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Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-12-13
shear Nonsense.

"Why does Maud look so melancholy
Has she experienced deep grief!" Eyes
poor girl; she has flushed her box of car
ames"
Close6st-'I hear your son is great at con
tracing debts" Hanks-"Base fabrication
assure you; he is an expander."
New Girl-"What does your papa like
for breakfast" Little Mabel-"He always
likes most anything we hasn't got"
Mamma Now, Teddy, we must all try
to give up something while times are so
hard" Teddy-"Pm willin'" Mamma
"What will it be, dearf" Teddy-"Soap."
"What expressive eyes your wife has"
said Manchester to Suaggs." Yes" as
scented Snaggs with sigh. "She can ex-
press herself very vigorously with her
tongue, too"
"Ho! You say your prayers every night
and morning. do your jeered the bad little
boy. Eyes, and 50 would you if you had
to do ii or take lickiu'," replied the good
little boy, firmly.
"Would you oblige me" said the repor-
ter who gets novel interviews, 'by telling
me what book has helped you most in life ?"
And after thoughtful pause the great man
answered, "My bank book."
Customer-"If you ever send me another
piece of meat like the last one III take
away my custom" Butcher What was
the matter with it?' Customer-"Wby,
it was so tough that when il was cooked l
couldn't get my fork even into the gravy.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-12-13
-gORTHBoUND-

Washington and Chattanooga Limited
train Of Pullman coaches and sleeping carr
runs daily via Shenandoah Valley route, stop
ping only at Luray Shenandoah. Basic. 10
anoke and Radford. Leaves shenandoah
Junction. southbound. LIS night.
No. for Roanoke. Radford, Pulaski, Bristol
connects at Roanoke, 40 p. m, with the Chi
cago express for Bluefeld, Kenoya Columbus,
Chicago and all points west. Pullman sleeper
Roanoke TO Columbus.
No. | leaves Roanoke 40 a. m. for oil local
stations from Bluefed TO Pocahontas.
No. u for Shenandoah and intermediate
stations. No connection beyond.
No. 4 for Washington, Hnge-town, Harris
burg. Philadelphia and New YORK.
No % for Washington Via Shenandoah
Junction., Hagerstown, Harrisburg and Ne"
York.
For tickets, time cards aud all information
call on agent Norfolk a Western X. X.
w.B. BEvILL,
Gen. Pass. Agt., Roanoke, Va
Nov. %, 1893.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-12-13
The ola Nan Would Haze His joke.

The Old Nam IFOWId Hate HIS JOhe.
Two boys. who owned cattle farm out West,
Christened it Focus" at their sire's request
The old man thought it quite good conceit,
For there the sun rays meet-lthe sons raise
meat
The lads prospered, and they aud theiI
families enjoyed the very hest OF health
Dr. Pierces Pleasant Pellets were always
found in their medicine -chest-the only
positive cure for bilious and sick headache
dizziness, constipation, indigestion and al
disorders OF the bowels and stomach. Strict
~ vegetable small. sugar copted; only one
required for dose, and their action is gen
tie and thorough. The best Liver Pill or
earth
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-12-13
March 7. 1889.
Dc these Questions Apply to
You?

They are sure to interest hundreds of read
ers of this paper Nine out of every ten peo-
pie are troubled with these symptoms, and
really don't know what's the matter with
them. Here are the questions:
Are you nervous?
Have YOU a cough?
Is your throat sore?
Is your appetite p)ory
Do you hawk and spit?
Do you take cold easily?
Is your nose stopped up?
is il ALWAYS fun of scabs?
Is your breath offensive?
Is your hearing affected
Is your tongue frequently coated?
l. your mouth full of slime upon rising2
If YOU have, you have. or are getting. bad
case Of Catarsh One bottle of Mayors Mag
nctic Catarrh Cure is guaranteed TO cure any
case Of Catarrh and will last for three
months treatment. Ask your druggist, who
will give YOU az absolute guarantee. For sale
by AISQUTTH & CO, and LIGHT WAT
SON Remember one bottle to cure, and
guaranteed bv our agents
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-12-13
E. L. Beller
OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES

OFFERS his services and will vigorously
" prosecute his avocation as Carpenter and
Builder. and will take orders and execute the
same promptly and satisfactorily. His expe-
rience is such that he can guarantee perfect
workmanship and his prices will compare IA
vorably with the most reasonable. Those de-
string to build or improve should give him a
call.
Jan T. 1886
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-12-13
HOUSE,
CHARLES-TOwN, W. VA.

Locstcd IN the Central Part Of the City.
Special Attention Given Commercial Travellers.
W1I. H. CAMERON, Proprietor
Fir.'-Cla>s Livery Attached 60 the Hotel.
TERMS Meals 80 cents; board per day, s.;
board per week 50; board per month, So to
slj table hoard, SIG.
Seur 90. fei3
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-12-13
AprnAIs -
.WFHN .F.WEEEE EgFCEIN

II The room on Main street., next
III te rcsidence0f x. *. GlIlaher.
where she Wilde DRESS MAKING and PAM
lily SEWING in good style and @. reasonable
charges Sac win be pleased Orb have r1e pat-
ronage of the ladies OF Che town and vicinity,
and will strive % render -isiJctiOn.
She has also "a stock of Dress Trimming, and
Notions 90 which she invites the attention on
the ladies.
June L. 1891.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-12-13
REPAIR WORK A SPECIALITY
Barber Shop.

Hair Cutting, Shaving and shampooing in
the best style at the Watson House TonsOrial
Annex by the undersigned. J have just re-
moved into a new room specially set apart and
equipped with all the modern c0nveniences
for the purposes for which it has been designed
and will be pleased to see my patrons Of the
past and new ones, promising pleasing atten-
ton.
Feb. IS, 1891 GEORGE TRAVIS.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-12-13
Hog and Poultry Remedy.

Lam handling Or. Jos Haas Hosand Poul-
trv Remedy. which will put your hogs in first
class condition will stop cough and regulate
the bowels will arrest disease viii destroy
worms. is q thorough preventive. Hogstreat-
cd with ID viii gain two or more pounds whilst
Others are gaining one. 10 is highly recom-
mc1dei Co do what IL is represented to do
Frs &c.
Slar "A. 1902. VS.. MERCHANT.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-12-13
Mayors Notice.

All owners and occupants OF property with.
In the corporate limits OF Charles Town are
hereby notified that Hog Pens, Privies, etc.
must be thoroughly cleaned. ana not only
cleaned bat well lined or otherwise disiriected.
GUSTAV BROWN
Oct H. 1895 MavOr.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-12-13

Trains No. All, 4le. 4lS and AL are daily er.
cept Sunday: Train No. 449 runs Sunday only.
Additional mixed train leaves southwark At
3.O4 a. m. and arrive at Harrisonbnrg at $40
a m. except Sunday
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-12-13


by disease is the natural result if you allow
your liver to become inactive, your blood
Impure, and your system run down
The germs Of Consumption, Grip, or Mala-
ria, wait for this time OF weakneSs-this Is
their opportunity.
II YOU rouse the liver TO activity, so it win
throw of these germs, purify the blood SO
there win &c 10 weak spots: build up healthy
,peinht where there is a falling of, you win
rest secure from disease, FOR you'll be germ
proof
DR.. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery does
this as nothing else can. That's the reason it
can be guaranteed. In convalescence from
pneumonia, fsvers, on other wasting diseases,
it's an appetizing, restorative tonic to build
ND needed flesh and strength.
For all diseases of the liver or blood If
"Discoyery fails TO benefit or cure, you
have your money back
No matter how bad your case, DR.. Sage's
Remedy viii permanently cure your Catarrh.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-12-13
Cold Water Alabastine

SURPRISES anything on tae market. IL Is q ce-
meut tIat forms coeting .irm as the wall it.
sclf. aud admits OF recoatin 90 any time with
ou- removing tho old coats Itproduces good
work with one coat on almost any surface not
too dirty, and works well on absorbent walls.
For sale hy
April NJ. 1885. W.F.&T. P. LIPPITT
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-12-13
Paint.

IF you are going 90 paint your house, you
Il will ind it 10 your advantage 90 call and
see our stock Of Paints The brand we are car
rying this year is Our Own Goods, strictly
pure Iinseed OH and Lead Peint chat sells Tor
81. 80 per gallon. Our Own Guarantee viii be
given Do insure It's Purity Also Roofing end
Fencing Paint az 81 90 per Gallon.
April p go A1SQUITu e co.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-12-13
COnc0mitants.

ha.c lust received q fresh Tot OF Heinz
Mustard. Dressing. Catsup aud AiEcd Pickles;
ai.1 petfi0hn Breakfast Food
May i0. 1895. ". S. MERCHANT
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-12-13

QUEEN TABLE SYRUP-the most deli
cious on the market for sale By
Oct IA. 81. VS.. MERCHANT.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-12-13
Music Lessons.

Madam aud Miss Bertha Ruhl will resume
their class in Vocal aud Instrumental Music
Sept 18th, 1898 at their residence on the cor
ner of Samuel and Liberty streets. and any
one wishing Vocal or instrumental Lessons
will save time and money by taking from them.
They will teach Vocal in class and special, and
instruments as follows: Piano. Organ. Violin.
Guitar and Banjo. Also Sight Reading, The
ory and Harmony. Terms moderate.
Sent @ lSo3
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-12-13
SbaC5RS, SbGHp00smg and
EgGjr- Clssg5ssg Es@F5OT,
NORTH CHARLES STREET. NEXT TO
RACKET STORE

The uuGcrsi sned prosecutes the above bust
ness in an artistic munuer and guarantees sat
islaclion. Cleanliness and uoatness Is obsery-
Ell. and courteous and prompt attention given
tO all callers
The patronage OF Ladies' and Children IS re-
spCc-iuny solicited.
NAV s. 1898 CHARLES IL. SMITH.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-12-13

EEanv Persons erc broken
down from oyerwork CT household cares
Browns Iron BitterS Rebuilds the
system. aids digestion. removes excess Of bile.
and cures malaria. Get the genuine
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-12-13
Wheat Bought.

am prepared 90 clean wheat at my Elcva.
tor In this place and viii. rccciyc WHEAT lN
THE ROUGH Or CLEANED.
will receive cleaned whea. no ail GepOts in
the county.
VIII be glad t0 make an otter t1r any Grain,
Hay or Seeds You may have On SELL
h. O. WASHINGTON ACT.
July 70. 1895.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-12-13
Fresh Cement.

Just receivei-a carload of Fresh Cumber-
'and Hydraulic Cement in barrels and smaller
quantities i'm paper sacks.
Is. O. WASHINGTON. Agent.
Nnr 1902
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-12-13
HoIidau Goods at HagIey,s.

All the novelties in gents furnishings
from handkerchief to an overcoat, umbrel-
la, satchel and trunk Rubber clothing and
rubber boots and shoes at very low prices.
A bit OF real winter has been here and will
soon return to stay. Are you aud your
family prepared We have three floors
groaning under the weight of thousands OF
dollars worth Of seasonable clotlting-hats
shoes and underwear. We wish to divide
with all our friends and also with the ,trsng-
er. We want all 10 experience the pleasure
Of wearing our fashionable goods. stop al
Hagley's.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-12-13

Dry goods of all kinds at great bargains
at Hirschmans.
Great cut in prices of Overcoats at Hirsch-
mans.
Bed comfortables and blankets at great
reduction in price at Hirschman's.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-12-13

Having % wears experience as a Cutter, will
guarantee Won a tit or no sale. Work Prompt
Is aud Carefully Executed Call and be con-
WINGED Yours respectfully,
J. f. REININGER,
March 7. 1889. Merchant Tailor.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-12-13
Buggy and Harness.

4 TOP-BUGGY and HARNESS for sale
both Goo good condition. Apply at
Nav ~ FREE PRESS OFFICE.
EDfW sold together or separately.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1893-12-13
N : : : NoTfo|k:WsstsrnRR

Schedule IN Eject Nor. 10, 1923.
LEAVE CHARLEsTowN, W. VA, DAILY.
-soUTHBoUND-
No. 3. NO. 70
$40 q. M. o'S' p M
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1893-02-09
RECENT REFLECTIONS.

C. W. Parker and t. A. Wilson
are court baliffs this term.
F. G. IIolzworth, the engineer at
the court house, is proving himself the
RICH. man in the right place.
"A letter from Kansas City COM
mission man says of the hog market:
"Hogs went to $s last week, declined,
again reacted and at this time are
selling as high as any time since 1852.
The quality Of great per cent OF the
arrivals is away below most markets
and makes worse showing than the
market really deserves. Shippers are
buying everything that looks like hog
and shipping It in to meet the prevail
ing high prices and the packers fight
any advance with more than theiI
usual yigor."
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1893-02-09
BoNACCORD BLASTS.

Special REFLECTOR oTrsspondence,
BoNAcCokD, Feb. IN j, Slower il
on the sick list.
John Mark did business In Abilene
last Saturday.
Suuuyside's champion speller went
glimmering when she encountered thu
disciplined pupils of district "a.
John Troxel, the good natured peda'
gogue of Independence, will don the
garb OF the sewing machine agent III
the spring.
Misses Mile Rice and Jennie Mers-
seman visited relatives in Solomon last
week.
The present cold wave caught VIM.
DickersOn near Gypium City engaged
in thresh;ng his crup of wheat.
VIM. Baldwin of Abilene visited in
this locality on Sunday.
Sunnyside il arranging for Martha
Washington supper on the 22nd. The
PR cpeds will be devoted Ia n church
library. Every body is invited.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1893-02-09
Horse Powder by the Barrel.

G Il Northcraft Il 90. are having a
great run on the horse powder they are
manufacturing. In the past On days
they have sold over 800 pounds and are
now at work on an order for 200 pounds
more. There Is no tonic for horses
regarding which more care is necessary
in the preparation than horse powder,
and the excellent resull7 obtained by
the material compounded by N.rihcfatt
Il Co. have spread It's fau- throughout
the county. Consequently TIE Hrm t.
oyerrun with orders aud is making an
enviable success IN this line. Famers
aud horsemcn are realizing that II is
superior To- any in the market.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1893-02-09
NAvARnE NUGGETS.
BEYLtcroR Correspondence

special REFLECTOR Correspondence
NAVARRO, Feb. s. Waller Smith
has his tenant house nicely repaired
ready for its occupant.
Thos. Isilt has been sick with the
grippe. His little daughter Is much
better.
Z. Il. Wrightsman came from Nc
Pherson and made short visit among
friends.
ID. ID. Rock has purchased from the
Travellers Insurance Co. what is known
as the Billings farm, that joins this
town on the east.
Henry Swanger will move his family
10 town this week aud Sam Kaufman
viii take possession Of the hOuse that
is vacated by Mr.. SWanger.
ID. Is. Horton is adding a lot OF new
goods TO his stock and intends making
snme Improvements in his store build
ing soon.
Lewis Shank has concluded TO quit
farming for the present and well help
d. 3. Horton in the stOretl summer.
r. Isitt expects TO move on the
Wrizel farm soon.
The alliances second carload Of coal
Is sxgsstsd ~ few days
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1893-02-09
Lanier Officers Elected.

The Lanier circle he'd AN enjoyable
meeting at the city hall last evening,
II was the time for the annual cleo.
tion OF officers and the following were
chosen: President, Rev. A. S. Dechanti
vice president, I. +. Dewey; secretary,
Miss Margaret Wilson, The leading
feature Of the evenings program was
an essay on byron" by Rev. A. S.
Dechsnt which was at once scholarly
and thoughtful. A critique by Prof.
Brown, reading by Miss Emma Wilson
and the usual study" and social STD.
son completed the evenings work.
The Lanier circle is proving both in
teresting and profitable for its members
and seems destined to long life.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1893-02-09
DR.. Ross to Leave.

The many friends Of DIR. and Mrs.
T. b. Ross will be sorry to learn Of
their contemplated removal to Slater,
Mo. DR.. R,ss leaves tomorrow for
their new home and takes Immediate
charge OF one Of the largest practices
in Saline county. Mrs. Ross will re.
main here for a month yet. During
their long residence in the city DR., and
Mrs. Ross have made hosts of warm
friends and it is with sincere regret
that these will say good bye; however
the best of wishes for their prosperity
will follow them.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1893-02-09
COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL NOTES.


| Special REFLECTOR Oorr04 pondence.
CHAPMAN. Feb. s. The lately organ
lied baseball team will be ready to
accept challenge as soon as the
weather opens up.
Abner Sauer, OF Dltroit, visited the
high school Thursday.
The German club is thriving under
the supervision Of Prof. Hickey.
Through the efforts of Prof. Cook
RidpAth's History OF the World" ia
four volumes and the same authors
History Of the United States" in one
volume have been purchased,
Bishop Becker of the Pacific coast
will lecture here on the 2Srd inst.
There have been arrangements made
for number OF the high school stu
dents and part of the faculty to visit
the Worlds Fair In q body during the
summer.
The social in the basement of the
high school last Friday night given by
the faculty in behalf of the students
was u great success, The earlier part
OF the evening was spent in different
games. After refreshments number
OF charades were given and a short
time spent in singing. To express
their appreciation of the Kindness
and generosity shown them by the
faculty, the stnden.s gave vote of
thanks. Mr.. Kmmerly and Miss
Marvin, of solomon, re welcomed
guests Of the evening.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1893-02-09
NORTH DICKINSON NOTES.

Special REFLEc rOR Correspondence.
HAYES rwP,. Feb. 6.-An interest.
ing series of meetings have been in
progress at Bethel church the past two
weeks conducted by L der Samuel Y Ink
aud others. They are to DO continued
this week.
Grant Gaines has resigned his posi-
tion in the Probasco schools, having
been offered something better in Tope-
Ia. Miss Mary PrObasco will teach
the remainder OF the term.
The people of Prairie Hill turned
ont last Friday evening to enjoy one of
those spelling schools for which that
place is specially noted.
John Reel, ons Of our most energetic
farmers has been improving bis time
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1893-02-09
TABLE LINENS.

Case OF Table Linens Just received for this
SIP ecial Sale. Bought direct from the importer
In New York city. You have to examine them
to see just how cheap they nre Can't describe
them all; will only call attention to few, then
ask you To see the Others.
TURKEY RED DAMASK fast color 25c per
yard.
UNBLEACIlED DAMASK. good heavy quail
ity SIS inches wide, only 40c per yard
GENUINE GERMAN DAMASK. 0s inches
wide, very fine quality only 75c u yard.
Really an Extra Value At the price.
We also have Dimask aud Napkins to match
which We sell in sets or separately as customers
desire.
NAPKINS Book fold bleached Linen Napkins
for Cos dozen, well worth Toe. To see
this In to buy ",
FRlNGED NAPKINS 85c per dozen real value
SOC. Look ut this and then see what other
dealers ask for the same quality
SALE PRICE on all better grades will be- In
about the same proportion as the above.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1893-02-09

is a strong belief that the bill VIII DC
reached ON the calendar and should II
be reached there IL little doubt but II
will be passed, and the arst we'll de-
fined step will be taken in the direc-
ton OF making states out OF Oklahoma,
New Mexico, Arizona and Utah terri
tories
The republicans of the senate arc
much Interested Ia the bill AZ u rule.
The western senators have becn active
In the work with their political friends.
The result Is apparent, as II Is common
TO hear the republicans say that II Ia
time TO eliminate all territories and
have an even forty-eight states in the
union, and TO this la time add Alas
la aud the Hawaiian islands, making
an even fifty states.
There are good chances for the four
state bill being reached, and once
passed In the senate powerful effort
will be made to rush IL through the
house
BOON IN RAILROAD BUILDING.
WAsmNGroS, Feb. =. The senate bill
introduced by Perkins, granting right
Of way to the Rock Island railroad from
Chickasha station southeast 10 Dallns.
Tex, was reported iavornbly Also the
senate bill, setting apart land nt Chick
ashl station for Rock Island yards, was
reported favorably.
Bills are pending which provide for
land being set aside for Rock Island
stations at half dozen points la the
territory, south of III Reno IL Is
claimed the company Is DESTROYS Of get
ting enough lands TO accommodate all
business houses the trade conditions
may demand. This by way of starting
improvements IN that section.
The senate bill granting right Of way
10 the Gainesville, Oklahoma e. Gulf
railroad, authorizing a road from Cook
county, Tex, northwest 10 southern
Kansas, was reported favorably, There
are n number Of railroad right OF way
bills pending In congress which con
oern Oklahoma AMI Indian territories.
This II preparatory 10 extensive rail.
road building very soon. The parties
Interested In the Oklahoma Midland
say they will get their bill through the
senate, a. IL Is already through the
house A railroad man stated that i'm
mcdiately following the opening OF the
Cherokee strip, and the opening Of
other lands In the territory, there would
be an old-time boom in railroad build.
ing Ia that section never equalcd before.
THE HOMESTEAD TROUBLES
WASHINGTON, Feb. g. Mr. Oates re-
port on the Homestead trouhlcs, which
was published and so freely Commented
upon during the recess OF congress, Is
accompanied In It's presentation 10 the
house by minority reports expressing
much the same general conclusions In u
different way
Mr. Oates declared that the tarifr had
nothing 10 do with the trouble; that the
evidence was CONFLICTING as to which
party fred the first shot, bat the
Homestead strikers were the aggrcs-
sors
Mr. Oates expressed the opinion that
agencies like the Pinkertons should
never be employed without the consent
OF the state, previously Obtained
Seven members OF tho committee
voted for this report
Before the vote was taken Mr. uynum
offered his report, which avoided com.
ments on the course Of either party,
but his motion was defeated by tie Of
4 10 T. and then the Oates report was
saopted