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Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-06-21

In its notice of the Martinsburg High
School commencement the Statesman says
"Hons VIM. L. Wilson and S. B. Elkins
had been invited to be present and the for
mer was expected to come until less than
an hour before the beginning Of the exer-
cises, when Superintendent Cox received a
telegram from him stating that while on
his way to the train he had received two
kilograms calling him to duties at the Ma
tional Capital and which demanded his i'm
mediate attention. He was, therefore, not
present, which was great disappointment.
The latter declined, soon after the receipt
of bis invitation, on the grounds of pressing
business engagements.
"U. 5. G. Pitzer, Esq, then stepped for
ward and in an eloquent and we'll suited
speech presented graduate John Wilen with
a beautiful gold watch, the gift of his pa
rents. Hon. VIM. l.. Wilson was to have
made this presentation and Mr.. Pitzer was
substituted for him at the last hour Mr..
Wileu responded in a manner that cOnvinc-
ed all that he was worthy Of the esteem of
his parents and friends"
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-06-21

We are glad, indeed, to welcome our
young friend, Miss Mamie Krebs, back
again from Washington, where she has been
attending the Mcdonald school for
two years. She graduated with honors,
having the leading essay, and, notwith-
standing the fact that she was the youngest
graduate, she stood second in the class of
ten. - Winchester Melcs.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-06-21

The Chalk Talk" of Mai. Jed. Hotch-
kiss, who was not only the Chief of Engi-
neers upon his staff, but enjoyed in the
highest degree the confidence Of "StOnewall'
Jackson, will be the event of the week in
Charles Town,-and everything else should
give way in a measure. There isn't an old
"StOuewall Brigader" within several miles
Of Washington Hslr' who would not es-
TEEN it pleasure TO spend the third of his
bottom dollar to see Maj, Hotchkiss again,
10 be reminded Of the days gone by, and to
have dotted out in chalk.marks the line of
travel 70 triumph and the familiar hilltop
or valley of conflict But Maj Hotchkiss's
talks are more especially for the benefit Of
the rising generation-the sons and daugh-
tiers Of old soldiers, whether of the Southern
or Northern armies-that they may have
true statement Of the achievements Of the
great soldier. In accordance with the gen.
erOus desire Of Maj Hotchkiss, good Pres
byterian elder, the proceeds Of the lecture
will be applied towards the erection Of the
new NJ. f. Church, South in this town.
The merit Of the entertainment, as well as
Of the cause directly benefited, ought to in
sure good audienee-indeed, the cOmmu-
nity's reputation for culture demands that
the house shall be well illed
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-06-21

Chief Justice Melville W. Fuller, Of the
Supreme Court Of the United States, sitting
with Judges Bum aud Allen as the United
States Court Of Appeals Saturday delivered
an opinion reversing the decision of the
United States Circuit Court closing the
Worlds Fair on Sunday The Court of
Appeals declares that the United States
government has no exclusive right or au-
thority in the control Of the Worlds Col
umbian Exposition. 1t is said ex-President
Harrison approves Chief Justice Fuller's
decision.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-06-21
Peabody Scholarships.

Competitive examinations for scholarships
in the Peabody Normal College, at Nash
vile, will be held July p, 1898, as follows
For First Congressional district In the
Office of Supt W. H. Anderson, Wheeling.
For Second Congressional district In the
public school building at ROmney, Hamp-
shire county.
For Third Congressional district In the
Office Of the State Superintendent, Charles
ton.
For Fourth Congressional district: In the
public school building at Point Pleasant,
Mason county. VIRGIL A. LEWIS,
State Supt. Free Schools.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-06-21
Postal Cards.

The practice of collecting postal cards,
though but few years old, is a rapidly
growing one. There is already Postal
Card Society of America, with nearly a
hundred members, and it is estimated that
there are comparatively large numbers of
collectors in this line throughout the world.
Postal cards, to quote writer in the New
York Herald, have been in circulation a
little less than twenty-one years. The idea
originated with Dr. Emanuel Herman, a
professor of national economy at the Impe-
rial Academy, Wiener, in Neustadt, Lower
Austria. His ideas, under the head of
New Means of Correspondence by Post"
were published, and at once attracted the
attention of the government officials. Baron
Maly, the director general of posts, took
up the idea and succeeded in having an
issue of postal cards put in circulation on
October LIST, 1869. The original name Civ.
en- to them was the Correspondent Karte,"
and this has been retained ever since. This
new move on the part of Austria quickly
excited other countries to adopt a similar
method of correspondence, and before the
close of 1870 nearly all the European coun-
tries were using postal cards. The postal
card was first used in this country in 1873
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-06-21

An eastern editor says that man in New
York got himself into trouble by marrying
two wives. A western editor replies that a
good many have done the same thing by
marrying one. 4 northern editor says quite
anumber Of his acquaintance found trouble
enough in barely promising to marry and
not going any farther A southern editor
says that a friend of his was worried enough
when he was simply found in company with
another mans wife We've known an edi-
tor to be inconsolable because another fel-
low married the girl be had his eye on.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-06-21

Best selection Of mating and carpets,
also window shades-can be found in our
new building.
s. ID. HIRsCHMAN q Co.
Our selection of ladies' and children's Ok
ford ties is the bestswe have ever shown.
Our prices are right.
s. d. HIRsCHMAN & Co.
Ia our millinery department you will find
everything of the latest style. Trimmed
and untrimmed hats to suit everybody.
SD. HIRsCHMAN d Co.
We still have some of those children's
suits, for 75c., which cannot be bought else
where at that price.
S. ID. HIRsCHMAN a. Co.
Mems and boys shoes of every description
at S. ID. Hirschman & Co.'s new store.
Our selection of odd pants is simply inn
mense.
S. ID. HIRsCHMAN & Co.
Hats of all kinds at S. ID. Hirschman &
Co.'S new store
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-06-21

Tommy Cat the barn Papa, is this the
finest team in town? Tommy's Father
No, but there isn't any finer Those horses,
my boy, cost me $500. They are perfect
match, high-spirited, good travellers and
come of famous ancestry. That's why
you've got such a nice barn for 'em, isn't
it?" Eyes, partly. A pair of fine horses
my son, must be considered as an invest
ment, and good business man always takes
care of his investments" And that's why
you watch 'em so much and drive on the
boulevards with EN-, and keep 'em looking
so slick, isn't it?" Eyes, that's on the same
principle. A careful man is bound to look
well after his investments and see that they
are always in good shape" (After some
cogitation) ''You don't consider me much
Of an investment, do you, papa2"
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-06-21
Vorth Their Jyefqht In cold.

was troubled for ten years with dyspep-
STA and tried many remedies with no bene-
it Suffered great deal with gas in stOm-
ach. Was finally induced to try DR.. Deane's
Dyspepsia Pills and found them great
remedy in curing me Of those complaints,
and now urge all thus afflicted to give them
a trial. CLARENCE ID. Ely, Grocer,
Main ST., Charles Town, West Va.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-06-21

81 don't know of any one thing that i'm
presses me more with the idea of the. broth
erhOod of man." said humorous writer
recently, than the the universally of the
observance of Monday as wash day.
mo matter where man may live, on that
day he sees the washing waving; if in the
city, in his own back yard or from pulley
lines from back windows on roofs if in the
suburbs, and his work be in the city, in
many yards as the train flashes by.
eve may differ on questions of church
or So but We all agree on Monday as
wash )"
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-06-21

From the KeRtuckian- Citizen, Of Paris,
Ky, we learn that Hon. Richard H. Han
son, the oldest member Of the Paris bar,
and one Of the most prominent and distin-
guished citizens of that State, died on the
10th instant, in the 74th year Of his age
He was a brother Of the chivalric Gen.
Roger Hanson, Of the Confederate army,
who was killed at MurfreesbOro.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-06-21

The Chicago Tribune Of Saturday says
"Vice-President Stevenson took in the sights
of Midway Plaisance yesterday afternoon.
Accompanied by National Commissioners
Butt and Holiday be started out at two
O'Clock in the afternoon The German vii
lage proved as great attraction to Vice
President Stevenson as it did to Eulalie and
ex-President Harrison. Hagenbeck's ami
NAL show, the Turkish village, the street in
Cairo and a number Of other places we're
visited" Our countyman, Hon. J. D. Butt,
is keeping, as will be seen above, mighty
good company in Chicago.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-06-21

The coroner's jury investigating the
Ford's Theatre disaster brOughtin verdict
holding Col. F. C. AiuswOrth, Contractor
Dant, Superintendent Covert and Engineer
Sasse responsible for the deaths Of the vic
tins by reason of criminal negligence on
their part
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-06-21
For Our Readers.

If you can make eighty words from let
tiers contained in the word Montreal" you
can have a free trip to the Worlds Fair and
return, as the publishers of that well-known
magazine, dominion Illustrated" offer to
pay expenses to Chicago and return of the
first person in each State sending list OF
not less than eighty words as above. This
is popular way of attracting attention to
popular publication. A host of other
valuable prizes will be given to successful
contestants, and every one able to send a
list of not less than SIXTY words will be
awarded prize valued by the publishers at
not less than five dollars. AS prizes are
equitably divided among the different States
persons residing in any locality have an
equal opportunity of securing the free trip
to Chicago, or one of the other valuable
prizes for their State. This announcement
appears in the leading newspapers of this
State for the FIRST time the same day. Enclose
twelve U. S. two.cent stamps with list OF
words for sample number of this elegant
and profusely-illustrated (96 pages maya
zine, containing full particulars of this
most liberal prize distribution. Dominion
Illustrated" is the leading and longest-es-
tablished magazine in British America
larger than Harper's Century, ScriJner's or
Cosmopolitan. Its publishers ore rated by
mercantile agencies and worth over one
hundred thousand dollars. Send promptly
as date of postmark decides. Address "Do-
miniOn Illustrated" Ground Floor, Y. NJ. c..
Assocn, Montreal, Que.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-06-21
4 Banu,s Foot IN a Scashell.

G. w Fox, of Redwood City, Cal, has in
his possession one of the most remarkable
curiosities ever found on the Pacific coast
nothing more or less than an abalone
shell in the interior of which, firmly en-
cased in the pearly she'll secretion, there is
baby's shoe and stocking. The shape is
perfect in every particular, but the size in
dictates that the owner of these pedal cover
ings was a very. young child. The sole of
the shoe and the toe, badly worn and red
from long continued water soaking, can be
plainly seen where the secretion has not en-
veloped it. The stocking is not visible,
however. Threads of the wool can be
drawn from the pearly incasement by using
a crochet hook or even bent pin.
The buttons are covered with abalone,
looking like pendant pearls set in row
down the side of this odd shaped SHE'LL
The little tassel can still be plainly seen, as
can also the hole where one Of the buttons
has been pulled out There is but one ten
able solution that can be given in explana-
ton of this seashen my stery. The body of
a drowned infant was being carried along
by the tide when the foot passed into the
open abalone shell, which of course instant
ly closed like a vice. Then the imprisoned
foot was held until severed from the body
by decay. In the meantime the shellish
was busily engaged in covering the shoe,
stocking and foot with its pearly secretiOns.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-06-21

A fashion advocate says the russell shoe
is more desirable because the leather Is not
tightly closed by polish blaeking. That's
q pore plea.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-06-21

The State treasury is in good condition.
From the statement Of State Treasurer
Rowan it appears that there is to the credit
Of the school fund $3.50, 7lS5S; to the credit
Of the general school fund 1927 $3.50, and
to the credit Of the State fund $62,793.lS,
making a total Of S646, SS7.I6.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-06-21
the following property, viz;
The House and Lot in Charles
Town.

West Va, on the south side of North alley
and west Of West street, between the property
of Elias Lunceford and Eyitt's run, conveyed
TO David Williams by John p. Oden and wife,
Also HOUSE AND LOT near the residence
of DR.. W. +. Lippitt, in Charles Town. West
Va, the same that was conveyed to David
Williams by w. F, Lippitt and wife by deed
Of date August a. 1891.
TERMS OF SALE as prescribed by the Di-
rectors of said Association. -0ne-third cash /;
residue in two equal payments at six and
twelve months, with interest on deferred pay
ments from day Of sale. Title withheld until
all the purchase money is paid. Sale to com
mence at II o'clock a. m.
FORREST w. BROWN,
CLEON MOORE,
June Z, 1s93-ts. Trustees.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-06-21

Mrs. William Harper has sold the South
Branch Ltsligmeer, published at Romney,
TO a joint stock company. She says she
abandons journalism from a desire to get
away from the responsibilities and vexatiOn
Of spirit attendant on the running Of po-
htical organ.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-06-21

The sweet girl graduate looks shead-in
fact her elegant WHITTIER are we drifting
is advanced thought, aud an improvement
on careless mans inquiry Where are we
at9'
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-06-21

West Virginia Republicans would take
pleasure in swimming the divide to vote for
Mckinley Wheeling Intelligence
Probably they have tried it and are pleas
cd with their experience.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-06-21

HAVE before me the following FidueiAn
Il Accounts for settlement:
Richard Henderson, admr. Of J. W. OF.
Given under my hand this 9Th day Of Juns
1893. CLEON MOORE,
June 7, 1862. Comr Of Accounts.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-06-21

The Court of Appeals Of France has
quashed the sentences of Ferdinand de Les
seps aud his son, Charles, and Messrs. Eitiel,
Fontane and COttu, convicted Of fraud in
connection with the Panama Canal Com
pany, on the ground that the statute Of
limitations covered the ofenses charged.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-06-21

Total '.'..'''.9losio'o NJ
hereby certify that the above is true and
correct statement of the condition and affairs
of the above-named Bank, as il appears on
their books of this date.
C. A. VIEWER,
State Bank Examiner.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-06-21

The turf employs q, 600 men.-ErehaHge'
Beyond and above those who are grave
diggers and the others who want the earth.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-06-21
TRUSTEES SALE
OF
HOUSES & LOTS
IN CHARLES-TOWN, WEST VA.
IN CHARLES TOWN, WEST VA.

The undersigned Trustees, by virtue of the
following Deeds of Trust, viz: one from David
Williams and wife to Forrest w. Brown, Trus-
tee, for Jefferson Building Association No. o,
recorded in County Clerks office of Jefferson
County, w. Va, in Deed Book T. Page 542 (;
one from David Williams and wife to same
Trustee, dated June 18th, 1890, recorded in
same office, Deed Book " Page 81, for the
benefit of same Association one from David
Williams and wife to Cleon Moore, Trustee,
dated February 0, 1891, recorded in same Of
fee Deed Book w, Page 81, and one from Da-
vid Williams and wife to Cleon Moore, Trus-
tee, dated August "a, 1891, recorded in same
Office, Deed Book Y Page 45-said two last
named being for the benefit of Jefferson
Building Association No. 10-will offer at pub
lie sale in front of the courthouse in Charles
Town, West Virginia, on
Friday, tie SOM day Of June, 1898,
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-06-21
Bank Notice.

The First National Bank OF Jefferson at
Charles Town will be closed on Tuesday, the
4th of July.
SAMUEL HOWELL,
June 81. 1898. Cashier.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-06-21

The President has detailed twenty-Oue
army officers to act as Indian agents. 10
the poor Indian.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-06-21
Administrator Notice.

Notice is hereby given to all persons having
claims against Geo. w. Cockrell, deceased, TO
present the same with the vouchers thereof to
the undersigned administrator.
ROBT. C. RISSLER, Admir-,
June 81, '93-3t. Geo. w. Cockrell, decd.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-06-21

Mrs. Holt, wife Of David G.. Holt, Of
Sherman district, gave birth to three male
children last week. At last accounts they
were all living and doing well, as was their
mother-HaDlpsbhe Revisic.
Three hOts at one and the same time ex-
cuses the mercury for jumping to 9O' at a
single leap.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-06-21
Buggy and Harness.

A TOP-BUGGY and HARNESS for sale
both in good condition. Apply at .,cy
May II, 1913. FREE PRESS OfEiOb'
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-06-21
NOVEL SPRING
DRESSING.
We are Doing Business in the
Age of New Styles on
Dressing and Materials.
OLD STYLES

Are things of the past in our Great Store
Wherever you see them on our counters you y
find them marked at half 10 three. fourth
value.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-06-21
Hats RenOUafed.

Mr.. Fannie Fleming Is prepared 70 reno;sn !.
gentlemen's silk or felt hats promptly ana - =
moderate rates. Call at her residence east s'''
Of Charles street, south of Congress.
Nav 3. 1898
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-06-21
SATTEENS

In India, Brocaded, Precipitation Proof, French
Mourning, Silcot and Satin Gloria Cloth, Wool
Challes. French Muslins, Irish Lawns, Organ.
dies, India Crepes, twenty novelties in Import
cd and Domestic Dress Ginghams.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-06-21
Bank Statement.

Report of the condition of the Bank OF
Charles Town. w. Va, at the opening of bus
ness Wednesday, May II, 1898;
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-06-21
Lessons in Shorthand.

Miss Forrest wishes to form a class for The
study of Takigraphy, the new, simple sys'e"
Of Shorthand.
Address, after June 18th, Charles ToTn'
West Virginia.
June Z, 1868.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-06-21
For Sale.

Window sashes, blinds, doors, etc, of the
old Methodist Church. Apply at this Office.
June Z, 1898.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-06-21
TRUSTEES SALE
HOUSE AND LOT
NEAR SUMMIT POINT, JEFFERSON
COUNTY, WEST VIRGINIA.

NEAR SUMMIT POINT, JEFFERSON
COUNTY, WEST VIRGINIA.
The undersigned Trustee under a Deed of
Trust from Frank Brokenbaugh and wife da-
ted the LIST day Of February, 1892, recorded in
the County Clerks Office of Jefferson County
West Va, Deed Book Y, Page 372 will offer
at public sale in front Of the Courthouse in
Charles Town, West Virginia, on
Friday, the goth day Of June, 1898,
the HOUSE AND LOT belonging to Frank
Brokenbaugh at Mount Pleasant, in Jefferson
County,-the lot being one-fourth of the lot
known and designated as lot No. 10 on the
plat of Mount Pleasant. and the same that
was conveyed to Frank Brokenbaugh by DaI-
las Carter and wife-(said Deed of trust being
for the benefit of Jefferson Building Associa.
ton No. 10).
TERMS OF SALE as prescribed by the
Board Of Directors Of said Association One
third cash; residue in two equal annual paw
ments, with interest on deferred payments
from day Of sale. Title withheld until All
purchase money is paid. Sale at IL O'Clock.
CLEON MOORE,
Juue Z, 1885 Trustee.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-06-21
Estray.

A Black Sow, about 40 lbs. weight. A suit
able reward for her recovery. She left home
ten days ago. Address me at Shenandoah
Junction.
June 7, 1893. B. ID. EDWARDS.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-06-21
.Ve,c Advertisements.
Bank Notice.

The Bank of Charles Town will be closed
on Tuesday, the 4th of July.
GEORGE A. P0RTERFIELD,
June 81, 1898. Cashier.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-06-21
Feed at Retail.

Delivered promptly. Ear Corn, Oats S9oP,
Bran, Corn and Cob ground, Baled Hay On'',
en- Feed, &C., at Coal and Wood Yard.
Be. WASHINGTON, Agent
May 4, 1897.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-06-21
For Sale.

A Fresh Cow with Calf by her side. Apply
to T. G. GREEN.
June Il. 1856.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-06-21
NEW GOODS.

New styles are what the public want. w.
are here with our Great Stores to meet and
supply that want at the lowest possible cost 10
our patrons.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-06-21

The new Spring Styles in Changeable Serge
Poplins and Silks, Silk Striped and MiIed
Fabrics, French Whip Cords. English Popn.
and Roman Plaids. with innumerable silks
and Fabrics for trimming TO match.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-06-21

G0PFERAS. Sulphur and Flax Seed Meal
~ for sale by CT. hight
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-06-21

Updegrafs',
One Price Cash Store
HAGERsTowY, ND.
Feb. -, 1892.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-06-21
for Infants and Children.

"Castoria is so well adapted TO children that
recommend it as superior to any prescription
known TO me- H. A ARCHER, NJ. D.,
III So. oxford St., Brooklyn, n Y.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-06-21

RESOURCES.
The Carbon advocate. [volume] (Lehighton, Pa.) 1872-1924, 1893-07-15

A memory is a good thing 10 cuiti-
vate. Most people have passably good
memoriesy many have extraordinary
oneAl and some have none at All. One
Of the causes Of the popularity Of the
late James @. Blsine was his remsrta-
BILE memory for names and faces. II is
said that. Mr., Blaine could recall the
faces and names Of persons he had met
only casually 10 years and more after
the first meeting, not having encounter
ed them in the interval.-Harper's
Young People. 3" ti'i'Nf ~ 'Ni