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Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1894-06-20
Distinguished.

Mention of an award of gold medal to
Miss Amelia Diehl, for general good con-
duct in the primary class, where she has
concluded the course was unintentionslly
omitted from the notice of the closing exer-
cises of Stephenson Seminary last week
The name was withheld at the time the list
was given to US, that the award might be an
entire surprise, and hence occurred the
omission.-SpirH
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1894-06-20

If it is possible TO insult the people Of
this State, and of this county particularly,
by g monument at Harper's Ferry to the
assassin, John Brown, it had better be made
proof against dynamite.-Adroca's. The
efforts of the editor of the Advocate to blow
up people are quite harmless; but his sug-
gestion of the use of dynamite is not COM
mendable aud might be harmful.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1894-06-20

IL favor the Wilson bill, or any other
Democratic bill" SAYS Senator Camden
This declaration is made with the mental
reservation Especially any other bill.'-
Adr0cate.
No mental reservation about il. Mr.. Cam
den is a practical man and aims to get the
very best for his party that can be obtained.
Why, the editor Of tbs Advocate did not
favor the Chicago platform did not, nor
does not look with favor upon the Wilson
bill-even goes so far IS to say that it us
conservative to a disgusting degree" lie is
a nice man TO complain Of anybody as an
"obstructionisi" Of a bill that he alleges is
disgusting
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1894-06-20

Lord Chief Justice COleridge, Of England,
died Thursday. He visited this country in
1888 as the guest Of the New York Bar As
sOeiation, and was banqueted in Baltimore
and other cities. be was born in 1S2l-the
same year THE FREE PRESS was born.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1894-06-20

II Mr.. Camden was not an open obsirue-
zionist Of the Wilson bin, he secretly en-
couraged others to oppose it.-Adrocate.
The editor Of the Advocate ought to try
and be fair Hehas no warrant for the fore
going statement; and we do not believe
there is a scintilla Of truth in IT,
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1894-06-20
To Owners of Stock.

All owners of Horses, Cows, Hogs, Goats
or other live stock within the Corporation Of
Charles Town are hereby notified 10 keep the
same from roaming at large within the cor
porate limits, as the law in regard thereto will
be strictly enforced.
Iune % 1894 Mayor.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1894-06-20

10 is stated that the cost of calling out
the West Virginia militia to suppress law
lessness and 70 vOuchsafe to men the privi-
lege Of working If they desire to do 50, was
about $4,000 and as there happened to be
no public funds available, Governor Mac
Corkle gave his individual check for one
fourth Of the amount for immediate dis
bursement. That's a good kind Of a Gov
ernor to have around in such times and un-
der such circumstances.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1894-06-20

hss Il
lying east Of the said county road, unimproysd
3. The undersigned reserve the right TO offer
the said two parcels as a whole, as now oceu-
pied and cultivated, and 10 accept and report
the best bid, having first offered the land IN
separate parcels as above indicated.
These lands are OF excellent quality, lime
stone, and in first-rate condition. On both
parcels are extensive deposits Of UPERlOR
QUALITY OF LIMESTONE, BUILDING
STONE and MARBLE, which, it is believed,
can be worked at small expense and at large
profit, as il is in close proximity TO the b. a.
D. Railroad and the Chesapeake and OHIO Ca
nal. II is but a short distance from Harper's
Ferry. the junction Of the b. & o. r. X. and
its Valley Branch.
A plat Of the land may be seen at the law
offices Of Trapnell & Trapnell IN Charles Town.
TERMS OF SALE.-0ne-fourthC Cash on the
day of sale: the residue in equal payments at
one two and three year., with interest from
said day, to be paid annually. The deferred
payments TO be evidenced By tie bonds Of the
purchaser or purchasers and tile 70 be with
held until the payment in IA o. the purchase
money.
JOSEPH TRAPNELL,
Special Commissioner
certify that bond with surety has been
given by N. I. Ingles, Special Commissioner,
in the above case, according TO law.
w. b. COLST0N, Clerk Of the
Circuit Court of Berkeley Co.
May 80 ls9i-it.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1894-06-20
Clean Up.

Owners and occupants Of real property in
Charles Town are hereby notified to clean up
their premises at once, as an inspector will be
around the latter part of this week TO examine
the same and report all cases where this notice
is not complied with. GUSTAV BROWN,
June % 1904 Mayor
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1894-06-20
PUBLIC SALE
OF VALUABLE
Farming Lands.

By virtue Of the authority vested in them By
several DEGREES of the Circuit Court of Berke-
eta. VS.. Samuel w Strider ct ais, bearing date
May Z, 1886, January IL, 1882 and May Z, 1882,
the undersigned special commissioners will Of.
fer for sale at public cutlery to the highest bid
der in front Of the Courthouse in Charlie.
Town, on
Friday, the 22dof June, '94,
at II o'clock IN, the following very valuable
parcels of real estate situate and lying near
Harpsr's Ferry, in the County Of jefferson,
w. Va, comprising part Of the said Samuel
w. Strider's Furnace Farm viz: 1. A tract
containing
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1894-06-20

Ex. Congressman Thomas Bayue, Of Pitts
burg, committed suicide at his handsome
residence in Washington City on Saturday
morning. His wife was absent at the time
He resigned his seat because Of ill-health.
He had hsmOrrhsgs and Was frightened
into insanity.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1894-06-20

The Board Of Regents Of the West Viz
riniA University has retained the acting
president, Prof Reynolds, and all professors
fer one year.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1894-06-20
Friday, the 22dofJune, '94
152 A.,3 r.. and 2 p,

lying on the west side Of the county road lead
ing to the "Old Furnace on the Potomac
river, from the smithfeld, Charles Town and
Harpers Ferry Turnpike, with right 10 the
use Of the wharf on said river and access there
to, for the shipment Of the products OF said
farm, on the parcel Of land heretofore convey
ed by the Special Commissioners TO the heirs
of Edward Cooley. Improvements on this
tract consist Of
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1894-06-20
Bank Notice.

The Bank of Charles Town will be closed
on Wednesday, July 4th.
GEORGE A. P0RTERFIELD,
lime DO 1894 Cashier.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1894-06-20
Notice to Creditors.

To the creditors OF Geo. w. Cockrell, deceased :
Notice is hereby given to all Of the creditors
Of Geo. w. Cockrell decd to present their
claims for proof to the undersigned at his Of
flee in Charles Town, w. Va, on or before the
18th day Of June, 1891
Given under my hand this 18th day Of May,
1894. CLE0N MOORE,
May le 9f-6t Comr OF Accounts.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1894-06-20
School Notice.

Teachers Institute will be held for Jefferson
County in Charles Town July 9-l3. Remem-
Der no teacher can be employed in our
schools who has not made five days in this
work. Examination Of Teachers held July
18th and 18th. A. A 7. EEEL.
June -, 1894. County Supt.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1894-06-20
Bank Notice.

The First National Bank of Jefferson at
Charles Town will be closed on "Wednesday,
July 4th, 1894.
SAMUEL HOWELL,
Time % 1894. Cashier.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1894-06-20

Prince Bismarck says the weakness OF his
left leg was caused BY the maltreatmsnt OF
a doctor. Next time the Prince maltreats
a doctor he should use his cane instead Of
bis leg.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1894-06-20

Mrs. Susan Boyer, mother of Mr. c. W Boy
er. Of tbs Statesman, died at the home of her
son on West King street on Wednesday, June
13 Ever since the death of her husband lit
tie more than eight years ago she has made
her home with her SON. having given up
housekeeping a short time after her husbands
death. Mrs Boyer was one Of those dear souls
that TO know was TO love. Not only did she
have the greatest esteem of her family or re-
lations. but all who knew her. Not only was
she faithful aud conscientious christian, but
was an active member of the Church for over
half century-which, perhaps, is the highest
encomium that could be given an earthly ca
reer. Mrs. Boyer was born September s. 1916,
and was consequently nearly seyenty-four
years Of sge She was the mother OF nine
children the youngest Of whom is 81 years Of
age. and it is a most remarkable fact that all
Of these are living Mlrtias5,ug Independent
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1894-06-20

The Richmond and Danyille Railroad
vas sold in Richmond on Friday for the
Ium Of $1,000, O0O-representatives Of the
Drexsl Morgan Company purchasers. The
sale Was made BY the Reorganization Com
mittee, and was confirmed by Judge Golf
Mr. Samuel Spencer viii probably be pres
ident Of the new company
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1894-06-20
Financial Statement

To the Hon. Mayor and City Council OF
Charles Town, w. Va.
Gentlemen.-We, your Finance Commit
tee, beg leave TO make this our Annual
Report for the year ending May 81. 1894.
We have examined the books Of NJ. Z
Young, Collector. and find them correct
and in good condition. He has collected
the last year, from June l, 1893 to May 81,
1894:
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1894-06-20

There is = probability that the Senate
will pass the tariff bin on Saturday. So
mote il be
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1894-06-20

Mr.. c. R. Hardesiy shipped last week 500
more lambs to the city markets. His ship
ments thus far have amounted 20 about
5000 lambs. for which the raisers of this
kind of stock received about $4,000
Clarke Courier
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1894-06-20

W. II Hayemeyer, president Of the SUI
gar Trust, appeared before the Senate Com
mittee investigating the sugar scandal, ard
testified that the trust was in the habit of
making contributions 20 the Democratic
campaign fund in New York -MGriHs5'Tg
Herald
The above is true, but not the whole truth
Therefore misleading and Intentionally
decepti7e. Mr.. Havemeyer testified that
the Trust contributes TO the campaign fund
Of the Republicans in some States and Of
the Democrats in other States, always seek
ing to aid the upper dog in the fight
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1894-06-20

Mr.. William Donaldson, brother Of Mr..
Bert Donaldson, Of Martiusburg, was killed
at Morrisyille, Pa, near New York, last
Friday. He fell beneath a moving train
and was instantly killed. His home was at
Hagerstown.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1894-06-20

The Senate committee has thus far search
ed BY fashlight and microscope eighty Of
the eighty eight senators and didn't find a
sugar microbe on any one Of them but Quay
and Mcpherson. Some Of the newspaper
men thought they had a cineh on the hon
est and chiyalrous Matt Ransom Of North
Carolina, but il turned out that his wicked
son George, unbeknownst to his pa, bet $40
four times on sugar and cotton and won on
one and lost on tother-and in a bucket
shop
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1894-06-20

A Chicago tailor died while waiting for
his turn in barber shop the other day
The other customers had close shave.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1894-06-20

In the annual appropriation Of the school
fund, which has just been discussed, Jefer-
son cou' Y received 5000; Berkeley cOun-
ty, ru ing Martinsburg's $2,7l5, $1,000;
Mo-. -ounty, 1895.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1894-06-20
s6.5N@

Considering the bad financial condition of
the Town. we would respectfully recommend
the Council that II use the most rigid economy
in the administration Of affairs, 10 order that
the floating debt may be paid of as soon as
possible. Respectfully,
o. VI. PHILLIPS.
WI. NELL,
Finance Committee.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1894-06-20

If Mr.. Camden was in favcr Of the Wilson
bill conservative as il was to a disgusting
degree, why was be holding midnight con-
ferences with the representatives Of trust
which Was seeking 20 create a prejudice
which would have to be "cOnciliated' or
the success OF the whole bin would be Plac-
ed in jeOpardy.-Adroeat,.
To the foregoing and other accusations
Mr.. Camden's statement before the Senate
committee is a complete answer and will be
satisfactory 70 men who are not unreasonable.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1894-06-20

Fishing tackle, powder, shot, caps, loaded
shells and wads at Beall d Coleman's.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1894-06-20

Circuit court was in session in Martins
burg last week. In case of Mrs. Rhine
VS.. B & o. R. R., in which Judge Faux
ner had been counsel, Col. F. w. Brown
presided as special judge. The case was
continued until September term. 1t was q
suit for SO, 900 damages for injuries to the
husband of the plaintiff.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1894-06-20

"The use Of Castoris Is 80 universal and
It's merits so well known that il seems work
of supererogation to endorse it. Few are the
Intelligent families who do not keep Cas;oria
within easy reach"
Carlos MARTIN, D. D.,
New York City.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1894-06-20

The New York Press Of the 10th instant con-
tanned portraits and sketches of theseyen men
appointed by Gov Flower to examine into and
repor. upon the tenement house life of Gothqm.
The gentlemen composing the committee are
Richard Watson Glider, chairman, editor Of
the Century Col W de H. Washington, Sol.
Moses, DR.. Cyrus Edison, George B. Post John
b. Schuchman and Roger Foster. The Press
SAYS no better men could be found to do the
colossal work that lies before them. OF our
former townsman. Col. Washington, the Press
says He is also peculiarly qualified by pro-
fession and experience for work of this kind.
He is a civil engineer of high reputation and
was the originator of the "6-l5-99' clubs-that
unique charity which did such splendid work
during the winter" Work has been assigned
to subcommittee, and We see by the Press
that Col Washington will have his portion:
Superintendent of General Examination
and Statistics; Construction as to Sanitary
Conditions and Safety from Fire; Health,
cleanliness of rooms and persons, questions
Of parks. public baths, etc..
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1894-06-20
Deer Park--on the Crest of Inc AlIeghe-
mics.

To those contemplating trip to the noun
tains in search of health and pleasure, Deer
Park on the crest OF the Allegheny Mountains,
5000 feet above the sea level offers such va
ried attractions as delightful atmosphere dur
ing both day and night, pure water, smooth,
winding roads through the mountains and
valleys, and the most picturesque scenery in
the Allegheny range. The hotel is equipped
with all adjuncts conducive TO the entertain
ment, pleasure and comfort ofits guests.
The surrounding grounds as well as the ho
tel are lighted with electricity. Six miles dis
tant on the same mountain summit is Oak
land, the twin resort of Deer Park and equal
" as well equipped for the entertainment and
accommodations of its patrons. Both hotels
are upon the main line of the Baltimore and
Ohio Railroad, have the advantages of its
splendid Vestibuled Limited Express trains
between the East and West. Season excur-
sion tickets, good for return passage until Oc-
tOber 3lst, will be placed on sale at greatly re-
duced rates at all the principal ticket offices
throughout the country. One way tickets
reading from St. Louis, Louisville, Cincinnati,
Columbus, Chicago, and any point on the B.
& 0. system to Washington, Baltimore, Phila-
delphia or New York, or vice versa are good
to stop Off at either Deer Park, Mountain Lake
Park or Oakland, and the time limit will be
extended by agents at either resort upon ap-
plicatiou, to cover the period Of the holders
visit
The season at these popular resorts common
ces June 23rd.
For full information as to hotel rates, rooms,
etc, address George D. DeShields, Manager,
Deer Park. or oakland. Garrett County. Nd.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1894-06-20

On Saturday last, as signor Crispi, Prime
Minister Of Italy, was driving from his resi-
dence to the Chamber Of Deputies, he was fired
upon by man who came close to the carriage.
The premier was unhurt and quickly leaped
from the vehicle to arrest the would-be assas-
sin. His purpose was anticipated by some
men near by. attracted by the shot, who cap
tursd the man and turned him over to the po-
lice. The premier drove to the Chamber and
QUICKLY related the circumstance
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1894-06-20

"Castoria is so well adapted 10 children that
/ recommend it as superior to any prescription
known 10 me- IL A. ARcHER, NJ D.,
III SO. oxford St., Brooklyn, n I.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1894-06-20

To the Hon Mayor and City Council Of
Charles Town, W. Va.
Gentlemen -
most respectfully submit this, my annual
report for the quartz. ending May Slst, 1924.
Cash received from Collection Of
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1894-06-20
Comfortable Dwelling
50 A, L r. and % p,

and necessary outbuildings in good condition
Orchard, &c. ,. A tract OF
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1894-06-20
I1;''57J;}l;l
for Infants and Children.

Castorie cures Colo, Constipation,
Sour Stomach, Diauhoa, Eructation.
KiIIs Worms gives sleep, and promotes d.
gcstion.
without injurious medication
"For several years have recommended
your .Castoria,' and shall always continue TO
do 20 as 1t has invariably produced beneficial
results
EDWIN F. PARDEx. ". D.,
ie5th Street and 7th Ave, New York City.
xpAsr. - MURRAY STREET, NV YoRx cTTT.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1894-06-20

rnr crsrAun CoxPAsr MrRRAr INV YORK crrr.
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Woodstock, Vt.) 1845-1913, 1894-12-19
Nut Grass a Nuisance,

The nut grass or cocoa is proving
to be almost as much of an intliction in
the South as is the Russian thistle in
the Northwest. For that reason the
Agricultural Department will soon is.
sue special bulletin urging a general
campaign against this grass before it
gets too firm a hold.
This plant is not grass as its com.
mon n. nams apd it, appearance indiii
names in the different regions in
which it has been introduced. The
species is of subtropical origin, and is
said to have reached the United States
first at New Orleans among garden
plants brought from Cuba, 1t now
extends from Texas to Southern Hi
nois, and in the coast region to Flor.
ida and New Jersey, being most abun-
dant in sandy soils.
The plan of campaign to extirpate
nut grass is simply to prevent it ma
turing seed above ground. Nearly
everybody thinks the nuisance repro
duces itself from the nut alone,
whereas it propagates a thousand
times more from the seed Hence, to
effectually and quickly destroy nut
grass on any land infested with it, the
soil should be frequently stirred dur
ing the growing period of summer so
as to stimulate each nut tuber and
seed to sprout. The best time for
fighting it is between midsummer and
frost time. The secret of success is
merely in the cut of every tall stem
while in the towering stage at the
latest, and the sooner the better. -
San Francisco Chronicle.
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Woodstock, Vt.) 1845-1913, 1894-12-19

"But mistletoe-English mistleto e !?
Surely that will never lose its hold" "
soma raoae- --.~J s.~l-;., .....-.
Not in name, perhaps. but in sub
stance. For you must know, real
English mistletoe is as rare in this
country as n white blackbird; and
that so called by florists, and supposed
to possess all the properties with which
the black art of the Middle Ages en-
dowcd the mystic parasite because
grown on British soil, comes princi-
pally from Normandy. where it -four
ishes in such mad profussion as to be
veritable nuisance, while it has so
embraced and strangled the roadside
popler trees that the French Govern
ment has ordered it to be entirely de-
stroyed. If this edict is carried into
effect, we shall see very little of the
true mistletoe (Viscum album), but
will have to content ourselves with its
American cousin, the Phoradendron
naveseens, which abounds in some Of
the Southern States, is really far pret-
tier, and bears more berries, but lacks
the romantic associations clustered
aboutthe "All-heal" of the old Druids.
We may venture to predict, however,
that SO long as there are merry hearts
and fond-lovers on the earth some
sort of mistletoe, ancient or modern,
will be hung up on each recurring
December; for, as sweet poetress of
England sings:
''Under the mstletoe peace and good will
Mingle the spirits that long have been
twain
| Leaves OF the olive-branch twine with 1t still,
While breathings Of hope 1.-THE long carol
strain.
Yet, why should this holy and festival mirth
In the reign OF old Chrlstmls-tide only be
. found2
Hang up loves mistletoe over the earth,
And let us kiss underit alltheyear round V
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Woodstock, Vt.) 1845-1913, 1894-12-19

down and found myself unable to
rise.
Then Nelly came. That brave little
wife OF mine had actually left the baby
sleeping and set ont all alone across
the snow in the moonlight to track
me, She had come two miles. She
had begun to climb the mountain,
wffen | saw her suddenly but few
yards away.
The bottle of tea she carried
wrapped in q cloth was still warm
when she knelt beside me, and it
rouSed me quickly to some strength.
Certainly she saved my life, for !
could not have risen again, and should
have been frozen to death but for her
bravery, How we got home to the
baby is a story need not dwell on.
What Nelly did with all that Christ
I.n,SS dinner do not know, for was
sicI and senseless for more than two
wees. But in the end / was as well
as bfore, except that l had paid a
good Winchester aud belt of car
tridg6s for II venison steak that the
fat black tailed doe continued to
carry where it grew Youths Com
DauICn.