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Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1894-05-22
SAILED TIE SEAS 50 YEARS.
one of His Experiences.

For thirty years Capt. Loud followed
the sea, most OF that time as master Of n YES
sci, and upon retiring from the water vas APP
pointed by the Secretary of the United States
Treasury to superintend the seal fisheries in
Alaska, which position he held five years. he
relates one experience as follows:
For several years had been troubled with
general nervousness and pain in the region
of my heart My greatest ahiiction was
BleeplessnesS; II was almost impossible at any
time to obtain rest and sleep. Having seen
DIR. Miles remedies advertised began using
Neryine. After taking small quantity the
benefit received was 50 great that was posi-
lively alarmed, thinking the remedy con-
tanned opiates which would finally be lnjurl-
Gus to me; but on being assured by the drug
gist that It was perfectly harmless, contin-
ued IL together with the Heart Cure Today
can conscientiOusly say that Dr. Miles Re
BtOrRtiVe Nervfne and New Heart Cure did
more for me than anything had ever taken.
had been treated by eminent physicians
In New York and San Francisco without ben
eft. / owe my present good health to tho
iudiciOu8 use OF these most valuable remedies,
and heartily recommend them to all afflicted
rs Was."-Capt. A. p. Loud Hampton, Me.
DIR. Miles' Restorative NerVine and New Cure
ara sold by al ruggistS on positive gn1ran-
Ind, on receipt of price, 81 per bottle. or six
bottles for IS, express prepaid They are
free from all opiRtes and dangerous drugs.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1894-05-22

BY change in B. & o. time table
trains now pass Charles Town north
ward at 2 SO, GAS and 11:52, A.
NJ, and :23 and SOL P. NJ, daily
except Sunday, and Sunday only at
1O:4O P. NJ; southwark at sos.
1924 and 1854, A. NJ, and
1 AT and S:22, P. NJ, daily
except Sunday, and Sunday only at
8 :43 A. NJ. The noon mail train
stops at HaIltown and MillViile.
Mail for all points north and east
heretofore closing at post office
at 6 80 P. NJ. now closes at 1880.
Mail for Winchester and interme-
diate points closes at same hour.
Postofiice closes at 8 P. NJ. as usual,
opening after the distribution of mail
from Baltimore and Lexington train
east, due at 8:01, and from Accom-
mediation train, due at 8:22.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1894-05-22

Write to w. w. Putnam, Win
chester, Va, wholesale and retail
dealer in Pianos and Organs, for
catalogue and prices of organs and
pianos. Sole agent for Virginia,
West Virginia and Maryland for the
Stevens Octave Piano Case Reed
Pipe Organ, the best organ on the
market for both parlor and church
use, and costs no more than an or
binary organ. Have recently sold
the Stevens organ to four of the
churches in Winchester, and also a
number for parlor use.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1894-05-22
ORDER YOUR WINES AND BRANDIRs
DIRECT FROM THE PRODUCER.
The Blue Ridge Fruit
and Wine COMPANY.

NuLLyILLE. WEST VIRGINIA.
BECKER BROS. PRoPRIEToRs
Charles Becker, Office 419E. Lombard st.,
Louis Becker. Baltimore, I'D.
The Wines aud Brnndles for which We So
licit your orders are OF our own production,
and superior to any native Wines and Bran
dies offered IheIand OF the Blue Ridge Fruit
and Wine Company embraces the foot hills OF
the Blue Ridge Mountains. on the east bank
of the Shenandoah River In Jefferson County
w. Va. This district Is known to contain tfe
same soil, has similar climate ind location
as the Well-knOwn Ch1rente and Champagne
districts OF France; (ihelr coll is OF a broken,
chalky formation, containing large percent
age of Oxide Of Iron that imparts 10 their
Wines and Brnndies the popularity that has
given them worldwide rcputation.) So far
nowhere in the world has similar location
been discovered until the locating of the Blue
Ridge Fruit and Wine Company IN West Vir-
gfnia. The Blue Mountain Peaches to-day
| stand pre-cminc1t; also TIC Grapes and in
Offering our Wines and Braudies we do not
claim them as Imported, but OF our own pro-
duetiOn from the newly discovered Fruit Belt
and worthy Of fair comparison with the
finest Imported goods.
Special attention is called to our Coguac and
Brandy as being absolutely pure.
The Peach Cognac Is made of the pure Juice
OF mountain peaches (no seed or pomace is
used), and is distilled for medicinal use.
Peach Brandy is made OF Peach pomace
all seeds are taken out before distilling.
The Grape Cognac ID made of choice white
wine. and is distilled for medicinal use
Grape Brandy is made of pOmaee.
Sample cases containing five varieties Of
Wines q bottles each). and two varieties of
Cognac q bottle eacl). 4 IS. 90 per ease qts.
Packages charged extra: Gallon 20; 3 Gall
Ion Kegs 81 90; 10 Gallon Kegs S1.25.
Barrels and Half Barrels free.
THE BLUE RIDGE FRUIT & WINE co
Address all orders to BECKER Bros. 419 z.
Lombard Ct. Baltimore, Nd.
Der 10 l4Q3
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1894-05-22

Proud YOUNGSTERS, with pleased
mothers filed our large store from
early morning till closing time all the
last week. Every day this week will
be repetition of this scene. The
charming patterns, stylish designs
and very low prices combine to make
our store headquarters for Boys and
Children's apparel. There is no cor
rect style for any age % to IS years,
but that is represented in our i'm
mense stock. WM. KAHN,
Headquarters for Boys and Chill
dren's wear.
NoBBY HEADwEAR.-Th advent of
Easter tide should naturally turn the
thoughts of the sterner sex to their
new spring hats. All the latest
shapes and cOlors in new blocks are
shown in profusion. WM. KAHN,
Hat Emporium.
FINE FURNIsHTSGs.-Have you ever
stopped to examine the neck wear
we show in our windows? If not it
will pay you to drop in and see them.
Nowhere can you find such choice
value as we are selling this season
for % and 80 cents. Every new
wear represented. WIN. KAHN,
Furnishers, Sadler Block.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1894-05-22
Advertised Letters.

List of letters remaining in the
Post Office at Charles Town, Jefferson
county, w. Va, May 10, 1894:
8Ir. Eugene Arson, Mrs. Maria Allen. Miss
Lizzie Brady, Mr.. Richard Blue, Miss Sadie E
q. Crime, Mrs. Bette Herbert, Mr. Frank
Smith, Miss Fannie Morgan and Lee Williams.
The above letters, if not called for
within fifteen days, will be sert to
the dead letter Office. Persons call
ing for them will please say that they
are advertised
GEO. H. FLAGG, P. NJ.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1894-05-22
Ice and Wood

TIME undersigned will shortly begin the dali
4 delivery of an excellent quality of Ice
lie will be pleased to serve all former custom
ers and many new ones at reasonable rates.
Has also large lot of cord wood-seasoucd
and green-oak and hickory, besides short
wood, and will deliver the same promptly on
notice.
a lso Mill Feed and a lot of Seed Potatoes o
fine quality.
Orders may be left with Mr. John Oden,
near the Charles Town Mill.
MARSHALL BURNS.
2. o. Address: Charles Town.
May o. 1893.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1894-05-22

The large new barn of Mr.. w. F.
Hemp, short distance north of town,
was burned shortly after dark last
Friday evening, together with two
young calYes, binder, buggy, &c. A
fine barn was burned on this site
about two years ago, the result, as
was supposed, of some negro chill
drenn playing about with matches.
The last fire is supposed TO have been
from lightning, thunder storm pre-
vailing at the time. Insured with
agency Of Washington & Alexander
fer So 900. The binder belonged to
Mr.. Harry F. Bane, aud was insured
in same agency. The fire department
responded promptly, and the firemer
were soon on their way out through
the rain and mud, but finding their
serv' ces could be of no avail on the
barn ann were not otherwise eened
returned TO town.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1894-05-22
The saItimore weekly sun.

The WEEKLY Sun PUBLISHES ALL TIE
NEWS of each week, giving complete accounts
of all events of interest throughout the world.
AS an AGRICULTURAL. paper THE WEEKLY
Sun is unsurpassed. It is edited by writers OF
practical experience, who know what farming
means and what farmers Want in an hgrlcul-
tural journal II contains regular reports OF
the work of the AGRICULTURAL experiment
stations throughout the country, of the pro,
cecdings of farmers clu bs and Institutes, and
the discussion of new methods and ideas in
agriculture Its 3lARKET REPoRTs, POULTRY
DEPARTMENT aud Veterinary column are iuil
and complete. Every Issue contains STOKES
PoHMs. HoUsEHoLD AND PUZZLE CoLU8Ss,
variety of interesting aud instructive Sc
lccted matter and other features, which make
il u welcome visitor 10 city aud country homes
alike
One dollar year Inducements to getters
no OF clubs for the Weekly Sun. Both the
Daily and Weekly Sun mailed tree of postage
in the United States, Canada and Mexico.
Payment Invariably in advance. Address
a. 8. ABEILs COMPANY,
Publishers aud PrOprietors,
January 2. 1894.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1894-05-22

The strange negro who came here
with Halls circus and behaved so
badly was in Shepherdstown next
day following up the circus, and the
Register says: lie impudently
sought to secure money from many
persons, and his vicious threats
against those who refused him caused
several persons to remain up all night
to guard their property against p os-
sible denredations.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1894-05-22
Not Expected.

1t mot expected that will flood the conn
try with Pianos and Organs. BUTT is expect
ed that will take few orders for the very
best and most reliable Organs and Pianos in
the market. fully warranted in all respects,
shipped direct from the factory, with the un-
derstanding that if not found satisfactory on
arrival the instrument can be returned. and
to be sold on terms and prices to suit the
times. 1t will be to your int est to commu-
nicate with me before purchasing. L do ex-
pect the home man to get n chance Write
for catalogue. ]. 81. holland,
Dealer in Pianos and Organs.
April d, '94-2t Charles Town, w. Va.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1894-05-22
Pupils Entertainment.

The pupils of the Charles Town
Graded School will give an.entertain-
ment, consisting of recitations, dia-
logues, drills and music, in Washing
ton Hall, Monday, May %, at 8
z. NJ. The proceeds will be used
to furnish reading room-something
much needed in the school.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1894-05-22

Mrs. Ann wageley, wife of Mr..
James w. WagcleY, died at her res
idence at Wageley's Shop in this
county on Wednesday afternoon last,
aged about 20 years. She was an
estimable lady, and had been for
years consistent member of the
NJ. f. Church South. Her remains
were inferred in Edge-Hill Cemetery
at this place on Friday, services
conducted by Rev. II. p. Hamill.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1894-05-22

There was pretty wedding at the
home of Hon. Chas. II. Knott, few
miles below Shepherdstown, on Tues
day morning, when his eldest daugh-
ter, Mrs. Irene BeazIey, was united
in marriage to Mr.. CoIston Heiskell
Argenbright, of Staunton, Va. The
ceremony was performed by Rev.
F. A. Strothcr, of the Southern
Methodist Church.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1894-05-22

The new Masonic Hall ut Shenan-
doah junction will be publicly ded-
icated according to the usages of the
order on Friday, May 25th. Speak
ing in the afternoon. Meals and re-
freshments will be served by the
ladies during the day and evening.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1894-05-22

A coIored barber shop on West
street, occupied by George Harris
and owned by Cap Thomas, was
burned out Wednesday morning.
The fire department responded
promptly, and soon had the fire I'M
der control.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1894-05-22

Officer Burleigh brought to Jail
yesterday from Harper's Ferry, I'M
der commitment from Mayor Doll
and Justice Briggs, negro man
named James cambridge, charged
with incest with three of his own
daughters,
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1894-05-22

The Potomac and Shenandoah riv-
ers rose quite high Sunday-higher
than before this season. a drowned
horse and COW, we are informed,
passed down the Potomac by Har-
per's Ferry on Sunday.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1894-05-22

We failed to mention last week
that Mr.. John S. Castleman, in the
late shooting match won a "boobY
prize" viz: Quart Bottle of "Old
Avondale," given by Mr.. James A.
Thomas. By curious coincidence
the AdUOcdte gave report verbatim
with ours, (with the exception of
three Introductory lines,) with the
same omission.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1894-05-22

The new schedule ON the Norfork
& Western Railroad went into effect
on Sunday. Train No, 3 is about two
minutes later than heretofore, and No.
6, which passed here, northbound,
about 3: 25 A. NJ. is three hours
earlier. Other trains about as they
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1894-05-22

The Charles Town Gun Club will
have another shooting match next
Thursday at 10 A. NJ. These shoot
ing matches are very interesting, and
ladies as well as gentlemen all of
whom are invited) will find them
worth witnessing.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1894-05-22

Mr.. Thomas Turner, a California
"forty-niner," died at his home at
Kearneysville, last Friday, aged
seventy-six years. He was = pri-
vate in battery c. fourth regiment,
United States artillery, in the Mexi-
can war, and was one of those wrecked
on the Inflated ship, The Empire, at
Fort Kew.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1894-05-22

The residence of Rev. w. F.
Locke, pastor of st. James NJ. E.
Church South, at Roanoke, Va, was
burglarized while he was preaching
and three gold watches, two diamond
rings and small amount of money
taken.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1894-05-22

The Town Council last night
awarded the contract for the stone
work and excavation for the new
bridge across Evitt's run on West
Washington street to Mr.. Geo. w.
Armentrout. The matter was then
referred back to the committee in
charge to begin the work and take
bids for the iron and wook.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1894-05-22

The residence of Mr.. j. H. Burk,
(son-in-Iaw of Mrs. Mary Anderson
of this place. in Parkersburg, was
destroyed by fire last week, together
with nearly all the household effects
of the family.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1894-05-22

We return thanks TO Mr.. C. L.
McClung, our enterprising photog-
rapher, for handsome picture OF
Gen.John B. Gordon. This picture,
unlike most others of Gen. Gordon,
shows the scar of his honorable
wound, and is lifelike and true.
Admirers of the famous hero NAV
secure copies of the photo. of Mr..
McClung at moderate price.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1894-05-22
RnckIen,s Arnica SaIve.

The best salve In the world for Cuts, Bruises,
Sores, Ulcers, Salt Rheum, Fever Sores, letter.
Chapped Hands, Chilbalins Corns,- and all
no pay required. It is guaranteed to give
perfect satisfaction, or money refunded. Price
5 cents per boy. For sale by DIR. Bishop.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1894-05-22

The Presbyterian congregation af-
ter lecture last Wednesday evening
were treated to surprise by being
invited to adjourn to the manse.
Arrived there a collation. was served
by the pastors wife and an hour de-
spent-the occasion being
the SD anniversary of the marriage
of Rev. DIR. Hopkins and his better
half
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1894-05-22

Mayor Brown has started his bread
wagon, in charge of Gustav, Jr., and
all orders left at the confectionery
store will be promptly filled.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1894-05-22

Why do you pay five cents for one
cigar, when you can buy two five
cent cigars for nickel at S. S. Dali
parn's.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1894-05-22
Plain Sewing wanted

MFRS. KATE MANUEL desires to announce
w that she is prepared to do all kinds of
Plain Sewing. ALI work entrusted to her will
be executed neatly, promptly and upon reason
able terms Residence on north East alley,
second house below Mrs. Dnttou's.
February .. 1882.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1894-05-22

The ladies of the NJ. E. Church,
South, will have a Strawberry Feast
on Thursday and Friday, May 31st
and June 1st.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1894-05-22

A PAYMENTS of Five Good Rooms, com
~ fortabIy and conveniently located in the
center of Chnrles Town. Apply at the
jan II, lS92-tf. SPIRIT OFFICE.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1894-05-22
PIANOS TUNED.
Prof. F. A. urso.

of Washington, will be in Charles Town about
the both of june for the purpose of tuning
aud regulating pianos First-elass work and
SATISFACTION GUARANTEED.
Terms for tuning in Charles Town. $500
Terms for tuning in the country 800
All orders received at SPIRIT Office.
REFERENCES Nine Bertha Ruhl, Leo P.
Wheat, Chas: VI. Stief, the celebrated piano
m aker of Baltimore; Chickering & Sous, Of
Boston.
MaY 1f. 1873.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1894-05-22

DIR. Straith's cough syrup. a sure
cure for coughs and colds, prepared
and sold by Light & Watson.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1894-05-22

Great reductionin fine Photographs
at NcClung's Studio May goth, (Me-
mortal Day. only. Don't miss the
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1894-05-22
Hauling.

TJNHE undersigned is prepared to do Hauling
i of all kinds, either with Cart or Wagon, at
moderate rates. Delivering of merchandise
and baggage to aud from the railroad dcpots
o speciality. Orders left ut the Livery stable
os Mr.. Joseph Hunt will receive prompt at
tentiou. EDGAR d. GLAZE.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1894-05-22
Whitewashing, Plaster
ing, &c.

The undersigned desire TO give notice TO the
public that they are prepared to execute
withdrawing. all kinds of pIastering. and
reasonable rates. Good work done aud fatis-
faction guaranteed. Orders solicited.
JAN 20, e4-3n. WA. G. BILL & CO,
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1894-05-22
Pubic Sales.

Monday, May 29.-Lots in Wager
Reservation at Harper's Ferry, by
F. A. Reeve, Solicitor of the Treas
ury.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1894-05-22

SHOES, SHOES Ladies' Butcher,
Mems, and all of the lates styles and
cuts of fine shoes ut rock-bottom
prices at DaIgarn's.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1894-05-22
Second Hand School
Books

A NY ono having Second Hand School
N Books can have them disposed of by call
ing on LIGHT s. WATSON.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1894-05-22

Call and see j. F. Reininger's SIG,
SIT and SIS Scotch Tweeds and Eng
fish Cheviots. Cannot be bought
elsewhere for less than $40.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1894-05-22
1894. The Sun. 1894.
BALTIMORE, MD.
The PAPER OF THE People,
Fon THE PEOPLE AND WITH THE PEOPLE
HONEST IN MOTIVE.
FEARLESS IN EXPRESSION.
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UNswERvIsG IN It's ALLEGIANCE TO
RIGHT THEORIES AND
RIGHT PRAcTIcEs.

THE SUN publishes ALL THE NEWS ALL
THE TINE, but it does not allow Its columns
to be degraded by unclcan, immoral or purely
sensational matter.
EDIToRIALLT, THE Sun IS THE CONSISTENT
AND UScHANGISe CHAMPION AND DEFENDER
OF POPULAR RIGHTS AND INTERESTS against
political machines and monopolics of every
character. Independent IN all things, eX :
IRENE in none.
By mail Fifty Cents month, six Dollars 4
year.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1894-05-22
Mhv Do You suffer-

With your Eyes, when the assistance of q
pair of
ROCK CRYSTAL OR DIAMOND LESSE,
will give you relief. We guarantee to ft or
refund the price. Large assortment. at
e. w. BROWNS,
Oct 20. 1921. OpIician and Jeweler.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1894-05-22

Dotomac Herring for sale Now is the time
to buy them. See me at once
April u, 1904. c. (. WALL.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1894-05-22

just received new line of combs
and hair brushes at Light & Wat
sons. Prices unsurpassed.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1894-05-22
Transfer Wagon.

VHHE undersigned has resumed charge of his
i Transfer Wagon and is prepared TO deliv-
er goods, transfer trunks and do all light
hauling. All orders given prompt attention
ApriII1, 1S93-tf. F. G. OFT
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1894-05-22

The twentY-seventh anniversary
of Storer College, Harper's Ferry,
will be celebrated May 80. Music
by the Bolivar Cornet Band and Col
lege Glee Clubs.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1894-05-22

For ''CoNDmENT" call on Beall &
Coleman.
SHEET METAL SHINGLES. See
BeaIl & Coleman.
Something new-best in use
"Back Band Hook
BEALI. & COLEMAN.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1894-05-22
For Rent,

January 2. 1894