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Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1892-08-26
A Progressive Bet.

Two drunmers, one from New York
and the other from Atlanta, Ga, re
Gently made bet. Said the South
erner: II will bet you SO that Cleve-
land will be our next President
III take that, replied the Harri-
son supporter, but why not make 1t IL
hundred?'
The Atlanta man replied that he
would be perfectly willing to do so,
but he did not have the ready money.
In that event" said the New York
err, lets makea progressive bet. We
will each deposit $40 with the hotel
clerk and forward an additional 70
to him every week until the election.
Then the winner will take the pot"
The obliging clerk consented to act
as stakeholder, the necessary papers
were drawn up and signed, and the
first installment paid in. One OF the
conditions Of the bet was that If eth
er failed to send his weekly deposit
he would forfeit to the other man.
Both were satisfied and each confident
that he had walkover.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1892-08-26
Judicial Convention.

The Democratic Judicial ConVen-
ton for the 18th Judicial Circuit met
in Charlestown on Saturday last.
The convention was called to order
by Hon. A. S. Parks, Chairman OF the
Judicial Executive Committee, and on
motion Maj. A. w. Mcdonald was
elected temporary chairman ana
Can't. w. b. Colston made temporary
secretary. On motion the usual com
mittees were dispensed with, and the
temporary organization made perma-
nent. The Executive Committee was
enlarged to three members from each
county, as follows:
Jefferson.-John Porterfield, Geo.
H. Ramsburg and w. II. Travers.
Berkeley.-A. s. Parks, d. s. Grit
fifth and L. s. Howard.
Morgan.-R Hunter, c. p. Jack
and ]. H. Hodgson.
Nominations being in order, Hon.
w. H. Travers, in brief but eloquent
address, announced that jefferson
had no name to present and placed
Hon. f. Boyd Faulknerin nomination.
Mr.. C. p. Jack, of Morgan, seconded
the nomination, and Capt. w. b. Coils
ton and Mr.. l.. S. Howard, OF Berke-
lev, acknowledged the courtesy of
jefferson in yielding the nomination
and returned thanks for the same.
On motion of Mr.. r. w. Morrow the
nomination of Judge Faulkner was
made by reclamation.
Messrs b. f. Trostle, w. III. Travers
and II. w. Morrow were appointed
committee to notify Judge Faulkner
of his nomination. Accordingly the
Judge soon appeared and in u brief
and graceful manner returned thanks
for the honor conferred.
The Judicial Executive Committee,
after the adjournment of the conN en-
ton, met and organized by electing
Hon. w. ii. Travers chairman.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1892-08-26
Executive Committee Meeting.

The newly elected members of the
Democratic County Executive Com
mittee met at Charlestown on Friday
last for organization. Mr.. Jas. W..
League was CHI )sen temporary chair
man and Mr. H. l.. Melvin temporary
secretary. The right Of Mr.. W. NJ.
Clements to represent G. +. Baylor
by proxy was contested and vote
taken and proxy admitted. 1t was
decided to elect a chairman OF the
committee and Mr.. John NJ. Daniel
was selected to serve in that position.
Fl. l.. Melvin was chosen permanent
secretary, and DIR. w. w. Brown
treasurer. Capt. Lee II. Moler and
Mr.. John Reinhart were appointed
members of the Executive Committee
for the new precinct at Moler's in
Shepherdstown district. A voting
precinct having been established in
Bolivar, Mr.. c.. II. Trail was appoint
ed a member to represent Harper
Ferry and Mr.. Il. II. Leman for Boil
war For the new voting precinct in
Charlestown Messrs. H. Il. Miley and
f. R. Harrell were appointed for the
stone school-house, and MessPs. Geo.
w. NARROW and J. F. Engle for the
brick school-house.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1892-08-26
Reunion of Old Sailors and Soldiers.

Two coming important events of
interest to sailors and soldiers of the
Naval Veterans at Baltimore, Sep
TENDER 18th to the 10Th and the En-
campment of the Grand Army Of the
Republic at Washington, commencing
September Goth, Immediately after the
Sailors Reunion interest in the reun-
ion will be heightened by the presence
of the white Squadron in the harbor
of Baltimore. The q. y. r. Encamp-
ment will be the occasion of the great
est military assemblage in Washington
since the Grand Review of 1865, fol-
lowing the fall of Richmond. For
both of these events the Baltimore
and Ohio Railroad will sell tickets at
greatly reduced rates, and will grant
most liberal concessions in the way
Of stop-over privileges. Tickets will
be sold from September 18th to Goth
inclusive, valid for return journey
until October 10th, and will be good
to stop of, going or returning, at all
stations between Cumberland and
Baltimore-a region rendered familiar
to allveterans by the constant warfare
along the Potomac.
For more detailed information as to
time of trains, rates and sleeping car
accommodations apply to nearest
b. u o. Agent.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1892-08-26
A DeIuge at Roanoke.

A cloud burst over Roanoke city
Monday night, and rain fell in tor
rents for about four hours, filling Gel
lars and the first floor OF business
houses on Campbell and Salem ave-
nues. and Nelson, Jefferson, Henry
and Commerce streets between these
thoroughfares Doors were burst
omen. windows crushed in by floating
debris. and goods washed away. The
loss i'm goods damaged will reach
800, 900. Many buildings are serious.
Nv damaged by the undermining OF
foundations. The electric light plant
was flooded, and the city enveloped
i'm darkness. The firemen patrolled
the streets to protect property from
thieves. Barney Smith, on attempt
ing to cross Salem avenue, stepped
into an excavation for a sewer and
was drowned. Policeman Peck sub
seuuently lost his footing and fell in,
but was pulled out insensible. Men
and horses travelling the flooded
streets were compelled to swim. The
electric cars are not running, and 1t
will be week before lights and power
for the operation of machinery in
many establishments can be supplied.
The storm was confined principally
to Roanoke Six miles westward
there was only a light sprinkle of
rain
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1892-08-26
A Geological Discovery.

Mr.. VIM. H. Ballou, of New York,
has made the important discovery of
beds of fossils at White Sulphur
Springs, w. Va, which changes the
established geological age of the Nir-
ginia Alleghanies. Heretofore these
mountains have been placed in the
SilG:ian age, owing TO u lack of evil
dence to the contrary. In other words,
they were regarded as the oldest on
the glove. Mr.. Ballou carefully ex-
plored the creek beds and rock strata
resulting in a magnificent series of
fossils, which he deposited in room
Of the Northwestern University, at
Evanston, ILL.,, in the Ballou collection.
Biologists from various part of the
world have examined the collection
with interest. A report received there
from DR.. James Hall, State geologist
at Albany, pronounces the fossils De-
vonian, the age next younger than
the silurian. Another report is re-
ceived from Professor Cope, of the
University of Pennsylvania, who also
pronounces the fossils DevOnian. He
particularly comments OH the laIg
cephalaped molluse taken, which he
states, is allied to OythoceraS cyretoceros.
The decision of these distinguished
biologists leaves the Adirondacks the
oldest mountains and the pioneers of
age.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1892-08-26
DELEGATE District Convention.

The Democratic Delegate District
Convention for the 7th DelegsA3 Dis
trict met at Berkeley Springs, Nor
gan county. Monday. The conven-
ton was called to order by Robert
Earl, ESQ, of the District Executive
Committee, and Mr.. Chas. G. Conk-
lyn, of jefferson. was called to preside
as temporary chairman, with the
Democratic editors present as tenn
porary secretaries. Mr.. A. d. Barr,
of Jefferson, was made permanent
chairman, and Mr.. A. j. Michaels, OF
Morgan, chosen as permanent secre-
tary. a committee escorted MT.
Barr to the chair, and Mr.. j. f. En-
Gle, i'm fitting remarks, introduced
him to the convention. Mr.. Barr &C
cepted the office in q brief and grace
full speech, in which he adverted to
the fact that he was one of the men
who few years ago were disfrenchis-
ed in Jefferson county, under Radical
Republican rule, for no other reason
than that they were Democrats.
Mr.. Stuart w. Walker was put in
nomination as the choice OF Berkeley
county, aud was unanimously chosen.
Morgan county could not unite upon
one man, and presented the names OF
Messrs. John b. Brosius and Frank
Harrison. Mr.. Brosius having the
majority of his own county, was CIV
en- the vote of Berkeley and Jeffer-
son. and made the nominee. Mr..
Walker, in neat, short speech, &C
cepted the nomination and pledged
himself to work earnestly for the sue
cess of the Democratic party. Mr..
Brosius was sent for and returned
thanks for the nomination.
OThe members of the new District
Executive Committee are: Hall WIZ
son. J. F. Thompson and ID. A. Beard,
of Berkeley; Gerard d. Moore, John
Hvland and Jas. w. League, OF Jef-
ferson; and DIR. II. b. w. Rau, DIR. j.
p. Garfield and r. Hunter, of Nor
gan.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1892-08-26
Where the Fashions Come From.

Fashion is called a tickle jade
and vet nearly every style is designed
with some special object III view;
Offer the manufacturer has created
some new material which he intends
to Mace before the merchant 10
make the best impression possible ne
has samples of the new material
placed with some of the best modists
whose special designers will study the
goods. its color and texture, and It's
combinations with other colors and
materials. While experimenting
with the material they create some
new style to attract attention; these
designs are reproduced in co ored
plates and sent TO all prominent
dealers to give them an idea OF the
value Of the new material. II these
STYLES are liked they become me
fashion. <--.-
Sometimes dress made for some
leading artist, who has to dress as
we'll as act the character in the play,
is often so beautiful or unique as to
cause a sensation, and it Immediately
becomes all the rage.
Most large establishments in Paris
have special artists who furnish them
each month with a certain number OF
new STYLES suitable for the season and
the new materials. From these the
best are selected and the garment
made up accordingly.
The reason La Mode de Porls, Album
of Fashion and La Comuiere give the
earliest styles and those that are re-
liable is because they are at the very
fountain head of Fashion and know
Just what is going TO be popular
When you get fashion journal get
one upon which you can depend for
correct ideas of style and material,
for remember thatif you wish to show
correct and good taste yourself you
will need TO study those STYLES which
are artistic and reliable. If you wish
to keep up to the styles we advise
YOU to subscribe for La Mode de Paris,
SO. so per year, or Paris Album Of Fash
ion, $3.50 per year. These are the
most artistic fashion journals pub
lished La Com'Eiere is a fine home
journal for $500 per year and La Mode
is only $3.50 per year.
You can generally get single copies
from your newsdealer, but do not al
low him to give you some other
journal for one of these. You can
get them if you write to the publish
ers, Messrs. A. Mcdowell & Co., 4
West 18th Street, New York.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1892-08-26
A Pin in a Human Heart.

DIR. Peabody of the Association of
Americans Physicians tells remark
able story Of case where pin was
found firmly imbedded in human
heart, where it had evidently lain for
an indefinite period. The point OF
the pin was five millimeters from the
external surface of the heart, seemed
eroded, and was broken by the scissors
used in dissecting, without, however,
becoming displaced. There was no
evidence OF recent local inflammation,
but the andicardium in the neighbor-
hood of the protrudlng head was
greatly thickened, snow white in col
or, and firmly adherent to the head
of the pin.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1892-08-26
Electric Ritters

This remedy is becoming 80 well
known and so popular as to need no
special mention. All who have used
Electric Bit.ers sing the same song Of
praise A purer mediciane does not
exist and it is guaranteed to do all
that is claimed. Electric Bitters will
cure all diseases OF the Liver and
Kidneys, will remove Pimples, Boils,
SaltRheum neutrality-suspicious. caused
by impure blood. VIII drive Malaria
from the system and prevent as well
as cure all Malarial fevers. For
cure of Headache, Constipation and
Indigestion try Electric Bitters-entire
satisfactin guaranteed, or money
refunded. Price so cts. and Sl.00 per
bottle at Gibson's drug store.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1892-08-26

They poulticea her feet and pOulticed her
head.
And blistered her back till twas smarting
and red,
Tried tonics, elixlrs. pain-killers and
salves,
Though grandma declared 1t was nothing
but "nerves.O
The poor woman thought she must certain
lX die,
Till "Favorite Prescription" she happened
TO try
No wonder It's praises so loudly they speak;
She grew better at once, and was we'll in u
week.
The torturing pains are distressing
nervousness which accompany, at
times, certain forms of female weak
ness, yield like magic to DR.. Pierce's
Favorite Prescription. 1t is purely
vegetable, perfectly harmless, and
adapted to the delicate organization
of woman. 1t allays and subdues
the nervous symptoms and relieves
the pain accompanying functional
and organic troubles. Guarantee
printed on bottle wrapper, and faith
fully carried out for many years.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1892-08-26
II Should Be in Every House.

J.B. Wilson,S71 Clay st. ,Sharpsburg
Pa, SAYS he will not be without DIR.
Ksng's New Discovery for Consump-
ton, Coughs and Colds. that it cured
his wife who was threatened with
Pneumonia after ali attack OF La
Grsppe," when various other remedies
and several physicians had done her
no good. Robert Barber, of Cooksport
Pa, claimes DR.. Kings New Discovery
has done him more good than any
thing he ever used for Lung Trouble.
Nothing like it. Try it. Free Trial
bottles at DR.. J. q. Gibson's drug
store. Large bottles 50c.and LOO.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1892-08-26
Pros porous B. & o. Relief Department

The Baltimore and Ohio Relief De
partment has ordered dividend of
one per cent. per annum to all deposi-
tors having accounts drawing inter
est at the close Of the fiscal year ended
June 30th, last. This is the third con
secutiva year this dividend has been
declared. This dividend is in addition
to the four per cent. interest guaran-
teed under the regulations and, taken
with that, is equivalent to five per
cent. interest per annum upon depos-
its. The total AMOUNT of deposits to
date is 1866, 440.16; total loans
81 ,O65, S62.1S. The loans to employ
ees lave been expended in building
sos houses, buying 539 houses, and i'm
proving 118 houses, already owned.
Liens released pa
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1892-08-26
A Notable Invention.

a problem which has been pulling
mechanical engineers all over the
world ever since steam as a motive
power came into general use has at
last been solved, it appears. British
papers state that an engineer living
in Glasgow has lately completed, after
nineteen years experimenting, de
vice for steam engineers by which all
steam is returned back to the boiler
after doing its work in the cylinders.
In several cases, it is said, he has in
stalled his engine and it is at work
with extraordinary results. In one
case, in textile factory, the engine
with his device is doing as much
work with one ton of coal as it form
erly did with ten tons. The problem
of how to make use of the vast
amount Of steam everywhere blown
off into the air after doing certain
work has long occupied engineers, and
its thorough solution would be worth
many millions of dollars in many ways.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1892-08-26

PRESIDENT Harrison, ex-President
Cleveland and other eminent states
men of both political parties have
warmly Endorsed the proposal for
public school celebration on Column
bus Day. This movement appeals to
every true American. 1t brings to-
gether in Il common cause individuals
among whom on most subjects there
is wide diversity of thought and opin
ion
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1892-08-26

THERE will be some interesting pol
itics along the West Virginia Central
railroad this fall. The president. H.
q. Davis, is u member of the Demo
cratic Advisory Committee, and the
vice-President, S. b. Elkins. is chief
manager Of the Republican campaign.
The question now is whether the faith
er-in-law or the son-inlaw is going to
out general Stephen is sleek arti-
Gle, but there are but few longer po-
litical heads in the State than that
which Henry g. Davis carries around
with him.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1892-08-26

JUDGE ALLEN B. MORSE, of the SUI
preme Court of Michigan, candidate
before the national Democratic con-
vention for the vice-presidential nom
nation, has been nominated by the
Democrats for governor of Michigan.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1892-08-26

The extra profit which the tariff
enabled the home manufacturers to
reap of of steel rails, last year, was
$7,5O0,0O0. Every cent of it was paid
by the people Of the country. And
while the manufacturers were collect
ing that sum above their legitimate
profits and putting it into their peck
cts, the Government only collected
$4,000 revenue from the importation
of foreign rails. The duty on steel
rails is heavy tax on the people, but
it brings no revenue into the public
treasury. 1t is not tax for revenue
but tax for monopoly.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1892-08-26

Is it not very odd that the Rspubli-
cans should hold that American man
ufacturers produce staple articles
more cheaply than they can be made
abroad, but that we need high tar
iff to enable them to do it?
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1892-08-26

,,.,,o,s 5oc. Game. soc; Bantams, SOC:
Gnont'an,, 50C., best trio OF any variety not
Seed Soc; largest exhibit Of poultry OF any
kind, 81 best pair Pronze tark ,r 81 pest Is:
black turkey 81 best S %si'G paiT geese 5c
best hair Suineas. soc; best white Muscovy
duck. Sue: best Pekin ducks, SOC; best houeh
lucks 5lc.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1892-08-26

A STATE convention of New Jersey
colored men will meet in Trenton Sep
TENDER Is. The object Of the conven-
ton, as stated by the committee, is to
take steps looking to the political ad-
vancement and recognition Of New
Jersey colored men.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1892-08-26

STEVENSON will take much more
prominent part in the present cam
paign than has heretofore been the
custom with vice-presidential candi-
dates. Beginning September 1st he
will take the stump and remain in
the field until the victory is won.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1892-08-26
OUR LITTLE MEN AND WOMEN FOR SEP.
TENDER

in as bright as a new dollar" The frontis-
piece is picture and poem in itself, and
the closing Illustration is an apt companion.
Many OF its stories and poems will remind
the little readers that vacation is over, and
others will help them 10 better enjoy their
play time and study time. Our Little Men
and Women is a magazine made for the
younger boys and girls. by writers who best
know the boys and girls needs, ant 1t stands
without n rival.
Price Sl.00 a year; 10 cents number. d..
LOTHROP CO., Publishers Boston.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1892-08-26

THE Republicans have declared
against the Commissioner of Labor in
this State. These great friends of
labor proclaim that this department
of the States administration is use
less expenditure. See the Republican
platform.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1892-08-26

HON. w. l.. WILSON having suffered
a considerable strain upon his con
stitution by reason of his severe labors
during the recent session OF Congress,
has gone to E!beron, n. j., to recu-
perate his health. He hopes TO be all
right in few days, and will visit va
rious points in his district as early as
possible.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1892-08-26

The Republicans have decided to
give substantial aid to the Peoples
Party at the south imagining that
the solidity of that section can be
broken in that way.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1892-08-26
Notice to BondhoIderS

UIHE holders OF Jefferson County West
/ Virginia. bonds. numbered !. z. 5, aud
of the denomination OF u 900 Issue Of 1881
Annual interest bearing bonds, are request
ed TO present said bonds at the once OF the
Sheriff OF Jefferson County on the LIST day OF
October lSg3. for payment. All interest on
said bonds ceases after that date.
BY order of the Court.
ALBERT +. DAVIS,
Sheriff OF JEFF. Co, W. Va.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1892-08-26

The question Of opening the Worlds
Fair on Sunday will be brought up
again in the next Congress. There is
a growing sentiment. in its favor in
ths west, and the international con
vention of carpenters and joiners
recently held at st. Louis voted to
ask all labor unions to petition Con
gress in favor of Sunday opening,
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1892-08-26
+. j. CHENEY q Co..

Toledo, 0.
We, the undersigned, have known
f. j. Cheney for the last 10 years,
and believe him perfectly honorable
in all business transactions and finan-
cially able to carry out any obliga-
tions made by their firm.
WEST & TRAUX, Wholesale Drug
gists, Toledo, o. WALDING KINNAN II
MARVIN, Wholesale Druggists, Toledo,
O., Halls Catarrh Cure is taken inter
nally, acting directly upon the blood
and mucous surface of the system.
Testimonials sent free. Price 75c.
per bottle. Sold by all Druggists.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1892-08-26
FRIDAY, AUGUST %, 1892.
The Democratic Ticket.

For President,
GROVER CLEVELAND,
or New York.
For Vice President,
ADLAI E. STEVENSON,
Of'Illinois.
For Congress,
WILLIAM L. WILSON,
OF Jefferson County.
For Governor,
WILLIAM A. MACCORKLE.
OF Kanawha County.
For Auditor,
ISAAC V. JOHNSON,
OF Barbour County.
For Treasurer,
JOHN NJ. ROWAN,
OF Monroe County.
For State Superintendent OF Schools,
VIRGIL A. LEWIS,
OF Mason County.
For Acknowledgement,
THOMAS s. RILEY,
OF Ohio County.
For Supreme Judge (long term,
MARMADUKE II. DENT,
OF Taylor County.
For Supreme Judge (short term,
HOMER A. HOLT,
OF Greenbrier County.
For State Senate,
ROBERT EARL,
OF Jefferson County.
For Sheriff,
]. GARLAND HURST.
For House of Delegates,
A. S. cambridge, JR.
For Prosecuting Attorney,
FORREST w. BROWN.
For Assessor, First District,
d. G. DONNELLY.
For Assessor, Second District,
j. w. GARDNER, JR.
For County Commissioner,
ISAAC H. STRIDER.
For County Surveyor,
S. HOWELL BROWN.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1892-08-26

Rev. Edward Everett Hale says
that he keeps in sound body and mind
by doing no mental work in the even
ing. Mr.. Gladstone, on the other
hand, keeps hale by doing his hardest
work inst at that time
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1892-08-26

If the Democratic party is de-
fea ted at all in this country, at the
coming election, it will be charge
able to Democrats and no one else.