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The Bolivar bulletin. (Bolivar, Tenn.) 1888-1946, 1893-04-28
TENNESSEE STATE NEWS.
Horrors of the Prison.


NASHVILLE, April 21.-The board OF
prison inspectors, Comptroller Harris.
Treasurer Craig and Secretary of State
Morgan, have determined to at once
institute vigorous reform in the man
arement of the main and branch prisons
of the State, and to see if they cannot
in some way ameliorate the condition
Of the convicts now employed In mining
coal and iron.
Their visit to the prison at Tracy City
has impressed them with the absolute
necessity for more humane and en-
lightened treatment of the men under
the control of the lessees. 1t is said by
those In q position to know that the
report of the legislative committee
recently submitted did not tell half Oh
the horrible story: that as matter OF
fact the assemblymen were only SHOWN
through the best mines, and that they
did not see the worst at all.
Tracy City was described by the
assemblymen as the best conditioned
prison of all. Convicts, they reported,
are huddled together in stockades ike
scribed as frightfully filthy, filled with
vermin and insufficiently ventilated.
The convicts go to work at o'clock In
the morning and come out at in the
afternoon. Many of them are forced to
lie in water all day long in little narrow
places hardly two feet high. They
carry their dinners along with them,
and the monday meal is most horrible
one. A few pieces of soggy cornbread,
with bacon which has never seen pot
are the component parts. The men said
it gave them the heartburn to eat 1t,
but it was all they had. The whipping
strap weighs about twelve pounds. The
inspectors ordered the warden at Tracy
City to discontinue the use of it and to
provide some milder means of punish
ment. After the miners lie in the
water all day they are forced to sleep
in their wet clothes in beds which have
no sheets and which are described as
being as black as the ace of spades.
The Bolivar bulletin. (Bolivar, Tenn.) 1888-1946, 1893-04-28

The three men recently arrested for the rob
bery OF the post once at Grundy Center Ia, e.
capped from jail st thA* RzscS.
The Bolivar bulletin. (Bolivar, Tenn.) 1888-1946, 1893-04-28
for Enfants and Children.

ssCastoria is so well adapted to children that
Irecommend itas superior to any prescription
known to me-" II. a. ARCHER, NJ. D.,
Iii So. oxford ST., Brooklyn, Il. I.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1893-01-17
aor me spIHt.-
Tor thg spiFIt.l
Who WIN ELL I<ennas PIace2

-
The Legislature in session at
Charleston will have to select from.
among Tie prominent Democrats of
the State, successor to john 3.
Kenna Who died a few days ago. In
selecting a Senator the Legislature
will primarily look TO the soundness
of Democratic principle, second to
ability, and lastly and prominently
the services rendered by the aspirant.
very ground where Senator Kenna
lad his home who fills the three
requirements above mentioned. As TO
soundness and ability there is no ques-
ton, and for meritorious service, It
lis only necessary to point to lheman
whose name and fortitude insisted on
giving to our late Governor his office,
when even Weak-kneed Democrats
were ready to succumb to Republican
intrigue, and thus defeat the majori-
ty of the voters of the State in efforts
to seat Golf instead of Fleming. To
Ex- Gov. e. Willis Wilson is due the
seating OF the peoples choice for Gov,
ernor about four years ago. And now
the peoples servants at Charleston
have it in their power to recognize.
and reward those noble services Of
r. Willis Wilson by electing him to
fill the unexpired term of the late
John e. Kenna. In fact, locality,
ability and eminent fitness all point
to Ex.Gov. Wilson as the man for
the vacancy. Mr.. Wilson would be
a worthy colleague for that other
bright star whom West Virginia now
honors in the Senate-the Hon. C. j.
Faulkner. / do not know if it is the
wish of Mr.. Wilson to be a senator,
but when the people call for the SER
vice of any citizen he ought to serve,
and no citizen ought to he allowed to
serve whom the people do not call.
v. M. FIRoR.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1893-01-17
peath 81 Senator ISenna.

The sad intelligence of the death Of
Hon, John 2. Kenna, senior Senator
from West Virginia, was flashed over
the wires last Wednesday, he having
died at 5 o'clock that morning, and
was received with profound sorrow
throughout the State.
Committees of both houses were
appointed to accompany the remains
to Charleston, Senator Faulkner being
at the head of the Senate Committee,
and Hon. VIM. L. Wilson at the head
of that appointed by the House.
The remains were laid in state in
the capitol at Washington, and ap-
propriate religious services held in
the Senate chamber, after which the
body was inferred at Charleston, with
especial marks of respect by the ma
tional and State authorities.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1893-01-17

A special dispatch to The Sun from
Charleston, w. Va, gives some in
teresting particulars in regard to the
senatorial struggle now in progress
in that State. For the full term the
contest seems to be narrowed down
to Senator Faulkner and ex-senator
Camden, the friends of each express
ing confidence in the success of their
favorite. For the short term, caused
by the death of Senator Kenna, there
are a number of acknowledged aspi-
rants, in addition to which Hon. W.
L. Wilson, who was in Charleston
Saturday, is quoted as expressing his
willingness to accept the position of
Senator, though he will not permit
the use of his name in the interest of
any other candidate or to injure any
one. Mr.. Wilson is not taking any
part in the contest. His election as
Mr.. Kenna's successor would be a
wise act on the part of the West Vir-
gtnia Legislature. San.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1893-01-17

Mrs. Emily j. Blessing, of this
place, widow of the late John F.
Blessing, has effected through Col.
B. d. Gibson, sale of John Browns
Bible to F. G.. Logan, a wealthy
Chicago man, who is making pri-
vate collection of relics of John
Brown and of President Lincoln
This Bible is the one used by Brown
while confined in Jail at Charles
Town before his trial and after his
conviction. 1t contains many IA
yorite passages relating to slavery,
which were marked and frequently
read by Brown. On the day before
his execution, which occurred De-
cember 2, 1859, Brown presented the
Bible to Mr.. Blessing as memento
for the many courtesies and acts of
kindness received during his contine-
ment from Mr.. Blessing, who assisted
the jaiIor in guanding and nursing
Brown. Among others WHO are in
possession of Brown relics are An
drew E. Kennedy, who has the re-
ceipt of Browns wife for his dead
body, delivered to her at Harper's
Ferry, and Capt. Geo. Baylor, who
owns the sabre used by Brown when
marshaling his forces.
FOR LOW PRICES OF LUMBER
see advertisement of
BITrINGER & MILLER.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1893-01-17
Various Items

Tie Delaware river IS frozen solid
at Philadelphia.
The hotel at Shenduns Va, was de
sstroyed by fire Sunday morning
The Roanoke Board of Trade has
closed negotiations for the establish
ment there of a cotton mill, with TO-
600 spindles. The minimum capital
stock of $780, 600 for the mill has
been raised.
niagara river, from the falls to a
point one hundred feet below the
Suspension bridge, is frozen over
with ice six TO eight feet thick
This is the first time in hundred
years that the turbulent waters at
that point have been frozen over.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1893-01-17
MARRIED.

Attic Presbyterian NIanse in Berryville, Va,
Dec. 22.-IS92, by Rev. C.. r. StriblEng. Mr..
THOMAS W. CLEVENGER and Miss LULA
L. HAKDESTY, both of Jefferson county,
w. Va.
At the residence of the brides parents, by
Rev. G. j. Price, Dec. 26. 1892. Mr.. z. COE
WEST and Miss EMMA THOMPSON. both
of Gerardstown.
In Shenandoah, Va. Dec. 81, 1892, by Rev
L. Butts Mr.. T. r. HOMER. formerly of JEFF
I ;rson county. and Miss VIRGINIA GORMAN,
both of Shenandoah.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1893-01-17
Commits RS q otice

I'M The Circuit Court Of JEFFERSON County,
AYcst Virginia
ALBERT f. PAWS Sherifs COMMITTEES Atls
niinistTntor OF Angastus ketzneF 4 eeesseeli
Plaintiff
Against
MARTIN KETZNEi john Ketzaer. Joseph
Kefzner Mary Keszncr. Edward Fearney
and Jennle Retainer psfendents
ESsrdct 5Jii'onl B.csts 81 nores,sbts, sIst 1922
lis aeljudged ordered and decFeed That
this cause he referred 10 Commits 5tier Gloon
Moore, with instructions To scttlc the Admfnies
tlafion Account of bert e Davis. Adminis-
traitor OF Augustus kctzner. deceased 10 as
certain the real estate OF " hieh said Augustus
Ketzner died seized. also the value aud annual
rental value of his real estate and report upon
any other matters that he deem proper and
pertinent and that any Of the parties 70 this
suit may require
A Copy-Testc.
T. W. ISTIMER
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1893-01-17
Tributes 10 Senator Kenna.


Senator Blackburn, who in the abb
sence ex-senator Faulkner announced
the death of Senator Kenna in the
Senate, in the course Of his remarks
said
Measured ny years be was one OF
the youngest members in this cham
berEnot yet forty Ave years of age i;
but, measured by the accomplish
ments of his life, he ranked with the
octogenarian. Whether as soldier or
citizen, as husband, father, or friend,
lie had rounded out life and leaves
behind him a record to challenge the
approval of mankind. Measured as
a lawyer or law-ma he left his
impress upon the nation TO which he
belonged. He has engrayen in inef-
facable characterson the history Of his
country his achievements here and in
the other branch of the National Leg
islature. Kindly as a woman, un-
selfish TO fault, brave, unfinching
in the discharge of every duty, it has
never been my good fortune to come
in contact with a nature more lovea
BILE, more exalted than was that of
our dead comrade.
In the House the death of Senator
Kenna was announced by Hon. VIM.
l.. Wilson, of this district;
Mr.. Wilson rose and amid intense
silence paid brief, impressive and
eloquent tribute to the deceased
statesman. Senator Kenna, he said.
had received the warm approval of
his constituents. and the hearty APP
plause of the country, earned by the
length and distinction of his service.
He had filled out long and honora-
BILE career. Judged by the years of
his life, he had scarcely reached the
meridian of his days and had but en-
tered upon the table land where his
rare powers would have given their
richest and most abundant fruit.
Senator Faulkner, in an interview
with Gazette reporter at Charleston,
just before leaving for Washington
to attend the funeral of Senator
Kenna, said:
OF all the public men which it has
been my pleasure to meet since 1
have been in public life, believe
that Senator Kenna was pre-eminent
in original vigor and intellectual
power.
His forensic ability was not only
great, but unique. He had happy
faculty of presenting his thoughts,
and in language peculiar alone TO
himself. Senator Kenna was a man
who fascinated all with whom he
came in contact. Brave, manly.
courageous, he compelled your adj
miration and bound you to him with
ties of love and affection. Pure, up
right, and with sterling integrity
of purpose and motive, he command
ed the respect of all.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1893-01-17

The Legislature now in session
willin addition to choosinga successor
to Senator Faulkner, have also to fill
the unexpired term occasioned by
the death of Senator Kenna, and it
cannot please the people of the whole
State better than by selecting in SEN
ator Kenna's place the Hon. VIM. L.
Wilson. Mr.. Wilson is certainly
named and deserves this honor at the
hands of the people of this State, and
his selection will not only be crafty
ing to them, but to the people of the
whole country, who recognize in him
their champion as well as ours. The
rank and file of the Democracy do
not care what section their Senator
hail from, so long as they recognize
in them true and tried leaders. We
trust our representatives in the Leg
islature will voice the demands of
their constituents. ~
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1893-01-17
A Venerable virginian.

DIR. George II. Terrill, of Orange,
who is ninetY-six years old, gave a
Christmas dinner to a number of
friends at the Orange Hotel. The
physical condition of DR.. Terrill is
much impaired by age, but his mind
is as bright as that of man of fifty
years. DIR. Terrill's familiarity with
the public men and events of Vir-
ginia and his animated, lively dispo-
sition make him one of the most genial
of men and his societyis much sought
after by acquaintaces and friends
DIR. TerrilI is man of fortune. He
has one child living, Mrs. Charles
Portertield, of jefferson county, w.
Va. Two of his sons were killed in the
Confederate service, and one-.Gen.
VIM. II. Terrill--a gallant officer of
the United States Army, was killed
at the battle of Chickamauga.-
DR.. Terrill is a near relative of the
late DR.. Uriel Terrill, of Orange, who
lived TO the advanced age of ninety
three years, and of Mrs. Lucilla S.
Bradley, OF this city, who is now in
the seventy-fifth year of her age,
hale, hearty and active in mind and
body. For many years prior to the
war DIR. Terrill was in the naval
service of the government
Fredericksburg Free Lance.
There are several errors in the
above. DIR. Terrill has no child
Mrs. Col. Geo. A. Porte.ield, of this
place, is niece of his, and of her
brothers (nephews of DR.. Terrill, )
Brig. Gen. W. R. TerrilI. of the U.
S. army, was killed at the battle of
PerrYville Brig. Gen. James b.
TerrriII, c. S. army, was killed at
Cold Harbor; and Philip NJ. TcrrilI,
of Capt. BaYlor's company, 18th Va.
Cavalry, c. S. army, was killed at
Cedar Creek.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1893-01-17

We join the Advocate in an en-
deayor to get an expression of the
opinion of the people of Charles
Town District on the Graded School
question, and request our readers to
cut out and return to US, as may be
their preference, one or the other
of the appended tickets, with name
written thereon. Name not intend
ed for publication, but simply to give
assurance of bona tide vote:
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1893-01-17
g 1898.
Harper's Bazar
ILLUSTRATED.

HARPERts BAZAAR is a Journal for the home
It gives the fullest aud latest information about
Fashions, aud its numerous Illustrations, Paris
designi aud patterTl-sheet supplement are I'M
dispcnsablc alike to the home dresser maker aud
the professional nipdiste. No expense IL
spared TO make It's artistic nttracttyeness OF
the highest order. Its bright stories, amns-
ing comedies. and thoughtful essays satisfy
all tastes. and its last page Is famous as n
budget of wit and hnmor. In It's weekly issues
everything is Included which Is of interest to
women. The Serials for 1898 will be written
by Walter Besant and Edna Lyall Christine
Terhune Herrick will furnish practical
series, entitled SAT the Toilet, Grace King.
Olive Thorne Miller. and Candace Wheeler
will be frcQnent contributors. The work of
women in The Columbian Exposition will be
fully represented with many Illustrations. 4.
W. Higginson, s.Women ana Men," viii please
a cultivated audience.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1893-01-17

The West Virginia Legislature or
ganizcd Wednesday by electing the
Democratic caucus nominees, as fol-
lows: Rankin Wiley. Jr., of Point
Pleasant, President of the Senate,
and W. E. R. Byrne clerk; d. W.
Shaw, of Barbour county, Speaker of
the House, and Col. j. B. Peyton
clerk.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1893-01-17
1893.
Harper's Weekly.
ILLUSTRATED.

HARPER's WEEKLY is acknowledged as
standing first among illustrated weekly pc
rlOdicals in America. 1t occupies place be-
tween that of the hurried daily paper and that
of the less timely monthly magazine. 1t in
cludes both literature and news. and presents
with equal force and felicity the real events of
current history and the Imaginative themes of
fiction. On account of its very complete series
of Illustrations of the Worlds Fair 1t will be
not only the best guide to the great Exposition,
but also its hest souvenir. Every public event
of general interest will be fully Illustrated in
its pages. Its contributions being from the
best writer's and artists in this country It will
continue to excelin literature, news, and illus
trations, all other publications of its class.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1893-01-17

It will float. Ivory" soap is
one of the finest known for household
use. Ladies will find this soap es-
pecially adapted for washing lace and
all articles of fine texture and deli
cate color. For the bath, toilet or
nursery 1t is preferred to most of the
soap made. At Dalgarn's
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1893-01-17

The electors met at the various
State capitals on Monday of last week,
and cast their votes for President and
Vtce-President. Cleveland and Ste.
Yenson received 276 votes. Harrison
and Reid IA, and Weaver and Field
"a. Majority for Cleveland and Ste
Yenson 1O9.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1893-01-17

Hon. A. S. cambridge came within
three of nomination for speaker of
the Democratic caucus of the House
of Delegates last Tuesday.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1893-01-17

The Baltimore svn Almanac for
1903 is a perfect model of excellence
neatly printed and full to the brim
with useful information, carefully
compiled and in convenient form
even better, if possible, than pre-
vious excellent issues.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1893-01-17

Senators Daniel and Blackburn and
Hons. W. L. Wilson and Bourke
Cochran will attend a Democratic
banquet in Frederick on the 26th
instant.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1893-01-17

Much suffering is reported in the
natural gas region of Ohio, the gas
in many places having failed and
there being little other fuel.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1893-01-17

Gen. Benjamin F. Butler died
suddenly in Washington Wednesday
morning. His estate is estimated at
So, OOO,O 600.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1893-01-17

The Volumes of the WEEKLY begin with the
fret Number of January of each year. When
no time is mentioned. subscriptions will begin
of order.
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three years back. in neat cloth binding. will
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Remittances should he made by Post office
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ment without the express order of HARPER 8
address: HARPER s. BROTHERS.
Dec. 6, 1899. New York.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1893-01-17

The indications are that Senator
Faulkner will be elected to succeed
himself. The caucus will be held to-
night.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1893-01-17

The Cum herlalld Times issued 4
very neat little calender for 1898.
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HARPER.s PERIODICALS..

The Volumes of the BAzAR begin with the
first Number for January of each year. When
no time Is mentioned subscriptions will begin
with the Number current ut tue time of receipt
of order.
Bound Volumes OF HARPER's Bazaar for
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Dec, q, 1892. New York.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1893-01-17

The Democratic party owes it to it.
self and West Virginia to elect Sena-
tor Faulkner to succeed himself. He
has made splendid Senator-digni-
fed, able, wise and energetic. His
reputation is national and his famous
fight on the force bill won him the
affection and gratitude of Democrats
from Maine to Florida. In the last
campaign hisservices wereinYaluable.
No man ever worked harder or Oh
tanned more conspicuous success.
With a cunning and vigiIant enemy
confronting him, member of the
Cabinet, backed by the whole might
of the Federal Government, pluto
Graf commanding au unlimited cor
ruption fund, the Democracy ofWest
Virginia, nevertheless, not only held
her own but increased her majority.
West Virginia cannot afford to turn
down Faulkner.-W Winchester Times.
The bill admitting the N. & w. r.
r. into the City of Washington
passed the House of Representatives
Tuesday morning, and now awaits
confirmation by the Senate. Berry
vile is one of the points from which
surveys have been made for this road.
An excellent route for its continue
ton would be through the south
eastern section of this county, via
Kabletawn. Shannondale Springs,
NIaltby's Ore Banks and near the
Becker fruit farms through Reyes
Gap, said to be the best crossing of
the Blue Ridge for many miles. A
rich mineral and fruit section would
thus be opened up. We invite the
attention of tie Shennondale Springs
owners. and Messrs. Maltby. Becker
and others interested along this route
to the matter, and suggest the same
to the N. & w. authorities as emi-
nently worthy of their consideration,
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1893-01-17
Gas COMPANY Meeting.

TIME Stockholders of the Charles Town Gas
and Water Company will hold their AM
nnal Meeting ut the office of David Howell. on
TUESDAY. JANUARY 24th. 1873, at rs o'clock.
P. NJ. 10 elect Board of Directors and at
tend to any other business that may lie brought
before the @e ,s,,1 SIS pAL ss..
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1893-01-17

Send in your ballots, and let US
have full aud fair expression upon
the subject.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1893-01-17

(SLovER SEED. for sale by
~ REED. LONG & MANNING.
TTAGERSTOwN FLOUR in Sacks and Bar
Ii rels, for sale by
GlAR LOAD of Bran and Shorts just received
~ and for sale by
FODDER TwINE for sale by
II REED, LONG s. MANNING.
lizard AND SOFT COAL of all kinds For
IL sale by REED, LONG & MANNING.
nATS VIII have carload Prime White
" Oats from the West in few days.
REED, LONG & MANNING.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1893-01-17
Jan. II. 1898.
County Court Proceed
ings.
November. 1899.

State of West Virginia. Jefferson Comfy.
Set: In the County Court, November term,
1892.
PARISH ORDERS ON COUNTY TREhsURy
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1893-01-17
NOTICE.
NOTICE no CREDITORS.

NOTICE To CREDITORS.
To the Creditors ofAugustusK etzner. deceased:
In pursuance of decree of the Circuit
Court of the County OF jefferson, made In n
cause therein pending, to subject the real
ESTATE of said Augustus Ketzner 70 tho pay
ment OF his debts, you are required to pre-
sent your claims against the estate of the said
Augustus Ketzner, for adjudication. TO Gleon
Moore, Commissioners. at his office insthe said
County, on or before the 9th day of February
1885. T. w. LATIMER. Clerk.
January 8, 1S9S-6t Esprit Fee STATS