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Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1892-01-02

Coon GuEssING.--On October 5th,
Mr.. e. E. Herring sealed up a jar of
beans for each of the three depart
ments of his large store, and set
apart six handsome prizes for those
OF his customers who should pur-
chase and guess the nearest to the
number of beans contained in the
jars, On Tuesday evening last,
Messrs. w. E. Hoffheins and l..
Dew. Gerhardt broke open and
counted the contents of the Jars, and
the prizes were awarded as follows !:
In the grocery department, prize, a
large French plate mirror, TO Henry
V. Sperow, whose guess was 1911
and the number of beans 1871 In
the dry goods department, number
of beans in Jar 3,452, stprize, silver
mounted parlor lamp and stand, TO
Jos. L. Hess, guess, $3.50; I'd prize,
large gilt frame and painting, to
Mrs. Cromwell Sperow, guess, 3,44S.
In the shoe department, where the
handsomest prizes were given, num-
Der of beans in jar 2,l0S, lst prize,
beautiful onyx stand piano lamp,
valued at $500, to j. r. Catrow,
guess 2,l02; Cd prize, q large French
plate mirror and frame, to Mrs.
Fl ra Callahan; Sd prize, a large
frame and pi.i tine. srs Thps.
e. Byers. The drawing was ia rly
conducted. and We congratulate the
for una e winners of the magnificent
prizes.
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Sd CERDOTAL SILVER JUBILEE.
We have received from Rt. Rev.
John L. Sullivan, of Wheeling, a
handsome volume prepared by him,
by request, entitled. '.Sacerdotal Sill
yer Jubilee Of the Rt. Rev. John
]. Kahn, D. D., End Bishop of
Wheeling, July End, 1891, Wheel
ing, West Va"
The Silver Jubilee proper is pre-
ceded by a brief notice of the Do
cese of Wheeling, biographical
sketches of Rt. Rev. R. N. Whelan
and Rt. Rev. DIR. Kahn, and an inter-
esting account of the latter's Conse-
Grafton, May %, 1875. Each copy
contains magnificent steel engray-
ing of Rt. Rev. Bishop Kahn.
The Bishop was born in Martins
burg, May 2lst, 1871, and has worth
lily and well won great prominence,
both in and out of the church.
These books can be had of Jno.
Murphy & Co., A Baltimore ST.,
Baltimore, or of 1t. Rev. John T..
Sullivan, Wheeling. Price $l.0O.
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WEEK OF PRAYER.


The week Of prayer will be OBJ
served by the churches of Martins
burg, named below. To all these
services the public are cordially in
vited to attend. Services will begin
Jan. Sd.
Sunday.-T;OO p M, L:u h eran
Church, sermon by Rev. VIM. Chap.
man.
Menday.-7:30 p. M. Presbyterian
Church; topic, "Confession and
Thanksgiving" by Rev. A. NJ. Cack-
ley. seaf
Tuesday.-7.S0 p. M, Baptis t
Church; topic, "Prayer for the
Church, by Rev. C. S. Trump.
Wednssday.-7:3O p. M, M. E.
Church; topic, "The Family and the
Young" by Rev. F. M. Woods.
Thursday.-7:30 p. M, U. B.
Church; topic, "Nations and their
Rulers by Rev. WIN. 81. Chapman.
Friday.-7:30 p. m, M. E. Church,
South; topic, 1.-THE Church at Home
and Abroad" by Rev. j, B. Cham
berlain.
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SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT.

We have made arrangements with
DIR. b. j. Kendall Co., publishers Of
"a Treatise on the Horse and his
Diseases which will enable all our
subscribers to obtain a copy of that
valuable work free by sending their
address enclosing two cent stamp
for mailing same) to Dr. b. j. KEN
DALI Co., ENosBUR0H FALLS, VIZ.
This book is now recognized as
standard authority upon all diseases
Of the horse, as its phenomenal sale
attests, over four million copies hav-
ing been sold in the past ten years,
a sale never before reached by any
publication in tue same period Of
time. We feel confident that our
patrons will appreciate the work,
and be glad TO avail them elves OF
this opportunity of obtaining a valn-
able book.
1t is necessary that you mention
this paper in sending for the "Treat-
ise." This offer will remain open for
only short time. 1O-3-l2t.
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CASPER, THE YoDLER.-The noted
vocalist and comedian Chas. T. Ellis
appeared in the above rlay in our
city Wednesday night last, and
played to q crowded house. Mr..
Ellis is charming singer, render
ing nothing but his own compost
tions, which are numerous. Appear
ing in the play are many pathetic
scenes, especially the prayer of the
two little children, and Casper's at
tempt to tighten the sorrow of hero
inc by singing, Sunshine viii
Come Again" his favorite compost
ton The comedy has good plot.
and the role of each artist was car
ried out to the intense delight Of
the large audience. A little delay
was caused before thecurtain rose
by tie failure of the gas metre to
work, but it was soon adjusted.
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DEAD LETTERS The following is
a iistof letters remaining in the Post
Office at Martinsburg, Dec. %, and
which will besent to the Dead Letter
Office, Jan. IL, '92 if not called for.
When calling say advertised.
Catharine Campbell, Master Mel
vim Campbell, Miss Liddie Connard,
Cyrus R. Heller, Miss Maggie Hill
gardner, Miss Fannie Jenkins, Miss
Della Kelchner, J ha K lrtus. Han
son Light, Miss Ella Miller, Miss
Grace Miller, Matte Myers, Miss
Fannie Ayman, Rose Perchy, Miss
Kate Price, Mary Richards, Mr..
Charles Sherman, Mrs. M. Snyder,
Miss Mabel Walker, L. D. Weston
hayer.
w TT H Flick p M
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DEATH OF J. A. BEcKER.-Mr.
John Adam Becker, a highly esteem
ed and upright citizen OF Martins
burg, died at his residence near Ri
denour's school-house, on last Satur
day morning from the effects of la
grippe, after a very short illness.
Mr.. Becker for years has been a
faithful employee in .he B. & 0. R.
r. shops, and has been a member in
high standing of the K. Of P. of this
city. The funeral services took place
on Tuesday last from the Reformed
Church at 2:30 p. M, the pastor,
Rev. DR.. Hoff helms officiating. To
the family bereaved of a loving hus.
band and father, we tender our
heartfelt sympathy.
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w. l.. JON Els.
Neckwear, Collars and Cuffs.

We show this season q magnill
cent line of the very latest no, elites
in neckwear. We invite gentlemen
to call and inspect the latest shapes
and newest fabrics in stylish ties
and scarfs OF all kinds While this
line is the very latest in style, we
can and do sell right down to hard
pan prices, thus making it cost you
no more, If as much as it lwould to
purchase old style goods from
houses who do not make the effort
we do to be always stocked with
the newest Of the new. In collars
and cuffs we can always show you
the best, most stylish and seryicea-
BILE goods In the market at prices to
please. d. We'll,
10-3-tf. Opp. Valley House.
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Underwear.

Comfort, perfection and durabiIi-
are the characteristic OF our under-
wear stock. We carry line that
is new. fresh and varied, and we
can suit you in every particular ;.
Extra weight, light, beavy,-wool,
mixed or cotton, there is full scope
for your preference. The basis Of
good health and neat dress is prop
er underxear, AID we will surprise
you with economical figures on these
goods. Reap the benefits of the en-
tire season by selecting now, while
our stock is complete. The super
ior excellence of the same will be
recognized 1T glance. ID. We'll,
10-3-tf. Opp. Valley House.
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Beware of Olntmenfs for Ca.
tarrh that Contain
Mercury.

as mercury will surely destroy the
sense of smell and completely de.
range the whole system when enter
ing it through the mucous surfaces.
Such articles should never be used
except on prescriptions from reput
able physicians, as the damage they
will do is ten fold to the good you
can possibly derive from them.
Halls Catarrh Cure, manufactured
by F.. ]. Cheney & Co, Toledo, O.,
contains no mercury, and is taken
internally, and acts directly upon
the blood and mucous surfaces of
the system In buying Halls Ca
tarrh Cure be sur. you get the gen.
nine. II is taken internally, and
made in Toledo, Ohio, by F. J.
Cheney & Co.
H Sold by druggists, 75c.
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Sale Postponed !!
i. HOTEL PROPERTY
FOR SALE.

Very Valu able and the best of Locations
and erected especially for Hotel purposes.
special Com missioners' Sale OF Valuable
TOWN PROPERTY
Byvirtue or adecreeof the Circuit Court
of Berkeley County. W Va, entered on
the LIST day of october, 1891. in the chan
Gerry cause there in pending in which w
W. Downey's administrator is plaintiff,
and Frank L. d owney and others are de,
PENDANTS. The undersigned Special Conn.,
missioners will offer at Public Sale, to the
highest bidder, on r.
Tuesday, Dec. S2nd, 1891,
at O'Clock, p M, JIM front Of the Court
House, in Martinsburg- Berkeley County,
W., Va, the valuable and desirable prop
erty, viz:
THE ST.. CLAIR HOTEL Property
on W. King Street. in the town of Mar
tInsburg, W. Va, fronting about So feet
Oh the said King Street and adjacent to the
Court House, together with the Two Lots
connected with and adjoining the Hotel
Property fronting on College Street. fhe
SAID Lots are about 20 feet front 30 feet
deep. So
THE HOTEL is THREE STORIES above
ground and built of brick, and contains
sixty bedrooms, large dining-room, lar9e
ScDttcluEu' D ottbiugrfODHt dHH Utllcl. DaF-
Tor and saHaple-rooms, three st re-rooms,
popular for business purposes, two base-
ment-rooms, one OF which Is especially arr
ranged for bar; the House is lighted BY
gas and electricity; water pipes 10 the Ho-
tel from the Water Works. stables, and
all appliances needed for frst-elass Ho-
tel. 1t is one of the largest and probably
the best arranged hotel property in the
State, the largest in the town, with mod
err accommodations, telegraph In Office
and 10 to-day doing paying business. and
is sold ~ close up the interest of the
Downey estate ther6insv
The undersigned commissioners will Of
fer first the undivided half Interest owned
by W. w. Downey's heirs, and then the
formation desired in regard to SAID prop
erty, can be obtained by communicating
with either OF the undersigned special
commissioners at Msrtinsburg. W. Va.
TERMS OF SALE:-One- third cash and
the residue in two equal annual pay
meBts with interest from the day of sale,
taking the bonds or notes Of the purchaser
for the deferred payments, and withhold
ing from the purchaser thereof the title to
the property until the purchase money
shall all be paid. -
d.. T. INGLEs, s.;..
j. NELSON WIsEER, ca sSsa1
E BOYD FAuLKNER, oln -
/ hereby certify that Z. Boy Faulkner,
one Of the Special Commissioners for the
sale Of the above described property, has
given bond with approved security, con-
ditioned according 70 law
w. B. CoLSTON.
Clerk Of the Clcuit cnurt Of Berkeley Co.
The sale Of the above property is post
poned until
Tnesd y. January, 18th, 1901.
al IocLucK. p. N.
MT. INCHES, Special
b. j. F1ulxSxa, conmIs'rs.
Dec. 22d 1891 ids.
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SHIpLEY-FELTY Tuesday night
last, witnessed very pretty we'd
ding ceremony in the Southern
Methodist Church. Miss Florence
Shipley was married to Mr.. Godfrey
FeIty of Oakland, Md, the ceremony
being performed by the pastor, Rev.
Mr. Cackley. At $50, to the rem
dition of Memberships wedding
march by Miss Mamie Berry, the
happy twain, proceeded by the ush-
ers and Miss Belle Martin, maid of
honor and the groom's best man, APP
preached the altar and we're made
one. After the ceremony the party
were driven to the home Of the bride
where reception was rendered them.
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West Virginia. Murderer. Arrested

BALTIMORE, Nd, Dec. 28.-Henry
Adams, alias Charles Parker, color
ed, was arrested today charged with
the murder of Henry Baldwin in
West Virginia. The crime was COM
mitted at Elk Horn, a mining town
in Mcdowell county, Monday. July
81. 1891.
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CORPOaAToR,s NOTICE.

First meeting OF Stockholders.
The stockholders OF the Merchants
and Farmers Bank, by virtue of GER
ti6cate of corporation Of this date, are
hereby notified ttat the 6rst general
meeting OF the stockholders thereof
VIII be held at the Office OF j Nelson
Wisner, corner of Martin aud Queen
Streets, Martinsburg. W. Va, on the
l2lh day OF January, 1892, at 2 O'Clock
make by laws, and transact any other
business which may lawfully be done
by the said Stockholders in general
meeting.
j. w. BIsHoP, 4
N. ID. BAKER,
J N WisHER, Corporators
J. \. GETTIEeER.
: : : - Dec. 2s,sl at.
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Correspondence.
GREENSBURG.


There are few cases of Grippe
still with US, but the cold weather
will prove too much for the enemy.
Mr.. II. L. Randall is visiting his
parents at this place.
The young men of this nelghbor-
hood who wish to preserve their
health, should remember and apply
the old maxim. "Early to bed, etc.
The Christmas entertainment at
the U. B. Church was a pleasant af-
fair, and many little ones made hap
Ply.
The entertainment at the NJ. E.
Church at Bedington is reported a
grand success, the management es-
pecially is worthy of mention. A
handsome reflection upon their taste
and ability. FLORA.
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They Get the Ferry.

CHARLESTON, W. VA, December
% Negotiations which have been
for some time pending between the
Ruffner Brothers and the Charleston
and South Side Bridge Company
for the sale of the Charleston ferry
boat and franchise were closed here
to day; consideration $25, 900. The
Bridge Company will keep the ferry
in operation, with an ad vance in the
present rate of fare.
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Young Ladies' Cut Wood for Charity

MINDEN CRY, MICH, Dec. 81
Twelve of the most popular young
ladies in Minden City society engag-
ed to contribute 81 each of money
earned by themselves to a fund for
buying Christmas presents for the
poor. Thursday they applied for
the job of cutting and splitting five
cords of wood that lay at druggists
door. The owners consented. The
spectacle of the young ladies thus
employed caused great excitement
among their friends and attracted
hundreds Of spectators, but despite
the crowd. tired muscles and blister
ed hands the girls persevered for two
hours, until the job was finished and
the dollar each earned and turned in
for the poor.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1892-01-02

YouR FRIENDS. Among the many
visitors who came to our city to
spend the holidays, or portion Of
them, we notice Mr.. Samuel Alcr,
Mr.. Emory Howard, Mr.. William
Kearney, e. q. Wild, Raymond B.
Swartz, Philip Muth, Jno lib. Mar
stella, Messrs. Clayton and Wilson
Chrisman, Mitchell Woods, Newton,
Harry and Julian Baker, G. O..
Swartz. Harry Henry, Gustav 9.
Matthai, William Kogelschatz and
Albert Keefer.
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SlCapptco.

MABTIN--FL0RA.-O On the 22d, by
Rev. VIM. H. Chapman, OF the First NJ.
Il. Church, Mr.. Charles p Martin to Miss
Viola Flora, both Of this city.
KITCHEN-KEES.-O the Goth, by
Rev. VIM. 81. Chapman, Charles j. Kitch-
en- is Miss Amanda V. KEGS, both of Ber-
kelley County, West Virginia.
GRUBR-V ANMETRE.-At the brides
residence, on Wednesday, Dec 23d, by
Rey.A.M Cackley, Mr.. Joseph Grub,
of Loudon County, Va. to Miss Cora E.
Xanmetre, of this city
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W. L. JONES.
Miles, Nerve a Liver pills.

Act on q new principie-regulat-
ing the liver, stomach and bowels
through the nerves. A new dis
covery. DR.. Miles Pills speedily
cure biliousness, bad taste, torpid
liver, piles, constipation. Unequal
ed for men, women children Small
est, mildest, surestf so doses, %
cts. Samples free at A. M. Giibert's
Drug Store. Jan. II ly.
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NOTICE, NOTICE. NOTICE,

As I am still working at my old
business Of Repairing and Cleaning
Clocks, | am always ready TO wait
on the public in general. Thanking
my old customers for the past ia
vors, with hope OF continuing the
same. Terms easy Work insured
by RoBT. THOMPSON, SR.
No. IA South Burke St.,
S If Martinsburg. W. Va.
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HowARD-MENp4NHALL.-At the
residence of the bride on West King
Street, Wednesday night at 8o'clock,
by Rev. Henry Thomas, Mr.. Emory
G Howard to Miss Rose Menden-
hall. After.the marriage there was
a reception at the residence attend
ed by considerable number of
friends. The wedding was quiet
affair and at Q o'clock last night the
happy couple left for Columbus, O.,
where the groom has been living for
some time.-Stdtesmdn
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1892-01-02

Secretary Elkins, accompanied by
his wife and children arrived in
Washington on Wednesday last:
They are stopping temporarily at
the Hotel Normandie, but will as
soon as practicable secure a large
house with extensive grounds, and
take prominent part in social en-
PERTAINING.
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DO you want to cave from 25 to
so cents on every Dollar you spendi
II so, write for our Illustrated Cata-
fogae, containing illustrations and
prices of everything manufactured
in the United States, at Manufac-
tarers' prices. 10000 illustrations.
all lines represented. CATALOGUE
mailed free on application Address,
CHICAGO GENERAL SUPPLY Co.,
No. 178 West Van Buren, ST.,
5-2-91-1yr. Chicago, i'll.
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KILLED ON THE B. & &C. H.
Gatrell, of this place son of Oscar
Gatrall brakeman of the b: d 0.
Railroad was instantly killed while
in the act of coupling two freight
cars, in the Cumberland yard We'd
nesday morning. 1t seems that he
miscalculated the length of the nose
of the bumper, and when the signal
was given to back, he was caught
between the platforms, thrown down
on the track, and his body cut in
two. His body was brought to his
home for interment.
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beg to announce that have
been appointed by Mr.. 1. W. Harper,
the famous Distillcr, of Nelson
County, KY, Agent for his superb
Hand Made Sour Mash Whiskey.
THIS announcement is of impor.
lance to every one, for it insures to
them for the future one OF the purest
most delicate, and most celebrated
Whistles in the world, and those
who will take the trouble hereafter
to demand the ~. w Harper
u hiskey" need have no fear that
Its moderate use will injure either
health or disposition.
KINSEY CIRQUE,
l0-24-6m. Martinsburg, w Va.
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Presbyterian College at Elkins, w. Va

STANTON, VA, December 3d.
The Lexington Presbytery held !. a
session to-day to consider the pro-
position of the citizens of Elkins, W.
Va, to establish a Presbyterian col
lege at that place The proposition
was accepted, and the presbytery
agreed to contribute $4,000. Secre-
tary of War Elkins is among the
contributors from Elkins.
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Nearly Whole Town Destroyed.

WHEELING, W. Va, Dec. 27-A
telegram from Bluefield says a fire
originating in A. L. Peters & Co.'s
business house destroyed yearly the
whole town with loss of $4,000.
There was a narrow escape from
serious loss of life, as the Altamont
Hotel burned SO fast the guests were
forced to fly in their night clothes.
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The Hygienic is superior to a cork
sole shoe in repelling moisture, without
being clumsy, giving perfect ven tia
ton, thereby keeping the feet in a
healthy condition. These shoes having
been thoroughly teste give perfect
satisfaction in every respect, and are
highly recommended for, real comfort
and hygienic qualities. For sale at
FRANK DOLL s. Co IS.
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SALARY $25 PER Wanted:
Good Agents to sell our General line
of merchandise. No peddling
Above salary will be paid to "live"
agents. For furthur information,
Address
CHICAGO GENERAL SUPPLY Co.,
No rs West Van Buren, St.,
5-2-9l-lyr. Chicago, Ill.
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May Get an Iron Works.

CHARLESTON, W. VA, December
28.-It is rumored here to-day that
L. Schriver & Son, of Cincinnati.
propose to erect branch architect
ural iron works plant opposite
Charleston on the Chesapeake and
Ohio Railroad. Several prominent
residents of this place are reported
to hold stock in the new concern.
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The Wheeling Register announces
that lin the political sky Mr.. Elkins
is now the political star of the first
magnitude" Coming from such
authority this will be good news to
Mr.. Elkins and will be appreciated
by him. The Register seldom. COM
mits itself in that way.
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The war talk is getting hot though
it is a Chilli time. Let us have
peace and fairpIay by arbitration if
possible, though Uncle Samuel must
have gauntleted as well..as an open.
hand for emergencies. 4
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The New Years Address by Hon.
]. 7. Hoke is full Of spice although
some OF his hits may rlle his oppo-
nents in the political field, bnt in the
peaceful struggle for political ascen-
dency, all are willing to enjoy a little
give and take.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1892-01-02

English SPAWN Liniment removes
all Hard, Soft or Calloused Jumps
and Blemishes from horses. Blood
Spawn CurNs. Splints, Sweeney,
Rirg Bone, Stiles, Sprains, all Swol.
len Threats, Coughs, etc. Save $50
by the use OF one bottle. Warrant
ed the most wonderful Blemish
Cure ever known. Sold by f. G.
Williams, Jr. 4 Co., druggists, Mar
tinsburg, w. Va. 1l-l4-9l-lvr.
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MY word when spoken through
the papers is as sacred as when face
to face. AT COST FOR CASH is aY
pRoMsIE. bought u large stock Of
goods this fall for spot cash and very
low, don't want to carry them over
or cell them on long time. To avoid
that will sell them at the same price
they cost me at the factories where
made, but l must have the cash.
These bargains are gong with q
rush, II you want any of them don't
miss this opportunity.
Don't mind the croakers but buy
your goods from one who is going TO
stay here and see that they are as
represented.
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John j. Goshorn Missing.

CHARLESTON, W. VA, Dec. 28-
Information was received here to-day
by Clerk Bill Dave Goshorn of the
mysterious disappearance of his
brother, John j. Goshorn, who re-
Gently removed from this place to
Bristol, Tenn. where, he has the
agency for the Mutual Life Insur-
ance Company. Goshorn has been
missing for several weeks. Tele-
grams from the general agent of the
company at Nashville tonight state
that his disappearance is still unac-
counted for.
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The State Journal is crying ont
against The filthy water of Parkers-
burg. Migrate to Martinsburg
friends, where you can get both pure
water as well as Hannisville. Catch
on, Bro. White?