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Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1895-09-04
EUchl'e Party.
churches.

SHANNoNDALE SPRINGS, Aug, 20, '95.
This picturesque and fashionable resort
last night the scene of a progressive
euchre party unrivalled in brilliancy. The
five tables represented more wit and beauty
than is usually to be found. Gay and beau
tiful gowns added to the charm. A distin-
puished pianist from Washington rendered
some brilliant musical selections. The gen
tie aud affable hostess dispensed refresh
ments. aud the evening ended with a most
enjoyable dance. The following persons
were present: Mrs. Coons, Of Baltimore ;
Mr.. and Mrs. Emmerick, Miss Burbage,
Mrs. and Miss and Mr.. Lisle Lipscomb,
Miss Wells, Miss Pechin aud Mr.. Hessel-
back, of Washington; Miss Schley, OF
Shepherdstowu Miss Jean KTane, Of Lau-
rel, Nd; Miss Annie Iglehart, Of Annapo-
lis, Nd, and Miss Laura Kennedy, Messrs.
G. D. Moore and Hite Watson, of Charles
Town. Y Y.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1895-09-04


The 18th annual session of the Shenau-
doah Baptist Association was held in Mar
tinsbuag last week, beginningo on Wednesday.
The opening devotional services were con
Quoted by Rev. 5. w. Cole. of Charles Town.
and w. R. d. Moucure, of Leetown. Rev.
Julian Broaddus was chosen president and
Rev. J. n. Laws and Mr.. A. d. Barr, clerks.
T. d. Gold was re elected treasurer,-a po-
sition he has had from the beginning of the
Association in 1888. The address of well
come was delivered by Rev. C. P. Steahley.
DR.. Broaddus preached the opening sermon
in lieu of Rev. Mr.. Aylor, the appointee,
who was absent. The attendance was large.
The sermons we're able aud discussions of
many themes were interesting. The Asso-
citation adjourned at l p. m. Friday. Q. II.
Shipman announced BerIyville as the place
for holding the next meeting of the associa-
ton. 1t it will be held on the Wednesday
following the third Sunday in August. Rev.
s. w. Cole, of Charles Town, has been aP-
pointed to preach the annual sermon, with
Rev. C. P. Steahley, of Martinsburg alter
nate. On Thursday Rev. 5. W. Cole aud
G. H. Shipman spoke in the interest of the
the Young Peoples Uuion and requested
that associations be organized in all of the
churches.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1895-09-04
At Picturesque Harper's Ferry.

Opens on July %, the BOLIVAR HEIGHTS
SUMNER SCHOOL. with high class instruc-
tors for literature. science, philosophy. civics
and art. under the direction Of Professor John
W.. Gregory, the well-known writer on eco
Monies. Low prices, fne air. suberb scenery,
real sport. famous hotel service Or. you can
camp out. Great combination for a profitable
summer outing. For full particulars write at
once to T. NJ PENNOCK, Manager.
BOLIVAR HEIGHTS P. O., W. VA.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1895-09-04
The Prince Gross Wedding.

Mr.. J. Albert Prince and Miss Emma c..
Cross decided that their hearts were made
to beat as one, and concluded to have the
knot tied on the evening of the 2Sth in the
Bolivar NJ. E. Church. To the strains Of the
wedding march, skillfully rendered by Miss
Emma Dudrow, the bride and groom passed
up to the chancel, accompanied by the
groom's best man, Mr.. Benjamin Lee Cham
bers, and preceded By the ushers, where the
Rev. Louis Henck was in waiting to pro-
nounce them man and wife. The bride
wore cream CO .fed silk with lace trimming
and carried l. aquet of Brides roses. The
ushers were Mcssrs. Robert L. Schilling,
Walter o. Boyle, Butler Marshall and ELL
wood Fossett. 4 reception was held after
the ceremony at the residence Of the brides
sister, Mrs. Mary Keller. The next day
they left for their future home in Washing
ton. D. @. The groom is the son of Mr.
Prince, a we'll known photographer o.
Washington.-H T. Sentinel.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1895-09-04
Charles Town Academy.

II. ST. GEoRGETUCKER, N. A, (Un. Of Val
Principal.
Session begins Sept. 18th. Boys prepared for
College or for Business. Course Of instruction (:
Upper School-Latin. Greek. French, German,
Mathematics. English Branches. Science, Book
keeping. Shorthand. Lower School-Latin.
Arithmetic and English Branches. Tuition in
Upper School, 5000; in Lower School, 1900.
For further particulars write TO
II. ST. GEORGE TUCKER,
July II. ls95-2m. Norfolk, Va.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1895-09-04
Wanted.

Every smoker to send Us seven 2-cent stamps
TO help pay postage. packing. &c. and we will
mail box of NON-NICOTGNE MIDGET CT
CARS. Only one box TO one address.
Address. LANDS & CO.
Feb. 20. 1895. Shippensburg, Pa.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1895-09-04
Dwelling House for Sale.

House. located on Congress street, Charles
Town. for sale. 1t contains ten rooms and eel
lar. good spring water in house, and cistern in
yard and choice fruit bearing trees. For par
ticulars apply 10
July "a, is92-tf.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1895-09-04

Changes have been made in Co. |, lst
Regt. W y. G., whereby John Elliott
is appointed lst Sergeant, CorpOrals c. H.
Albin and J.. H. yesterday promoted to Ser
geants, and p~rivates A. G. Glaize aud J. W.
Griffith promoted to Corporals.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1895-09-04
For Rent.

Two comfortable BRICK DWELLINGS on
Faixfax boulevard. Six rooms in each. Rent
reduced TO 81 per month. Apply 20
A. G. WYNKO0P,
Aug. 81. 1895. Real Estate Agent.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1895-09-04
Church Notes

Winchester Presbytery is in session at
Round Hill, Frederick county. Rev. DR..
A. G. Hopkins is in attendance.
Ruling Elders Emanuel Schaeffer and Il.
w. Crittenden were elected as delegate and
alternate, respectively, to the meeting of
Winchester Presbytery.
1t is probable the Presbytery this week
will take order for the ordination on Sun
day morning next, in the Presbyterian
Church, in this town, of Rev. A. O. Hop
kins, Jr., and will appoint a commission for
that purpose.
Last week we noticed the first days ses-
lions of the District Conference of the NJ.
E. Church, South. Wednesday morning
there was a continuance of the reports from
the churches. At11 O'Clock Rev. DR.. Boyd,
who was a visiting brother, preached very
ably. There was an afternoon business
session, educational interests having atten-
ton, and addresses were made by Rev. DR..
Kern, vice. president and professor of Ran
dolph-M Macon College, Rev. and Prof. Ho-
mer Sherman, of Randolph-Macon Acade-
my at Front Royal, and Rev. H. P. Hamill,
president of Wesleyan Female Institute at
S%taunton. At night there was a sermon,
iuimitable aud unique, full of strong points
and eloquent and, at times pathetic, by Rev.
J. r. Andrew. Thursday morning routine
business, reports upon the work, licensing
of local preachers, and election OF lay dele
gates to the annual conference and an adj
dress by Rev. DR.. Hyde, President of the
Valley Female College, occupied the time
until the dinner hour. DR.. II. r. Moore
was one of the four lay delegates chosen
In the afternoon there was a meeting for
the children of the church, addressed by
the presiding elder, Rev. David Bush, Rev..
Drs. Coke and Harper-all excellent and
eliciting rapt attention. At night an adj
mirable sermon by hat cultured divine,
Rev. DR.. Coke. The Conference adjourned
Thursday afternoon to meet next year in
Hedgesyille. The proceedings of the Con-
ference, the preaching, and the social inter
course with the brethren were greatly enjoy
ed by the people, and as proof of it a cordial
invitation was extended for the return of
Conference to this place next year. Rev.
j. P. Stump, pastor Of the church here,
proved himself an efficient master of as
semblies.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1895-09-04

Mrs. Magaret Conklyn, wife Of Mr.. c. G.
Conklyn, a prominent farmer residing =
miles ives, Of this place, died yesterday after
a protrscted illness. Mrs. Conk'yn was
about sixty years Of age and leaves a hu''
hand and 1--WE children. She was a daugh-
ter Of the late Benjamin Welsh.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1895-09-04
For Sale-A Beautiful Home
and Store House.

Will sell or trade my property on good terms.
This is the best property IN the town. First
class in every way. Will give time and bar
gain. Address LOCK BOX NO. 4.
June 5, '95. Edenburg, Shen. Co., Va.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1895-09-04

Why in thunder didn't THE FREE PRESS
say which one of the town papers."-Ad
rocate. If we could have anticipated such
a lightning stroke from the pen Of the edi-
tor of the Advocate we would haze been
more particular, perhaps.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1895-09-04

Miss NJ. ). Haines' primary school opened
Yesterday. Mrs. Kennedy's school for young
ladies aud girls will reopen on the 9th. Ste
phensou Seminary will begin another year
on the 10Th, and the Charles Town Academy
ON the Nth.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1895-09-04

At The residence Of Mr.. Charles Secrist,
"Clay Hall" a few miles from Charles
Town. on Wednesday evening last, by Reys.
II. p. Hamil aud J. p. Stump, Miss Laura
B Secrist. of this county, and Mr.. Jasper
Reed. of Warm Springs, Ohio, were united
in marriage. Il was a pretty home wedding
relatives, only, being present beside the
officiating c~lergymeu. A delightful supper
was served, richly supplemented by creams,
etc. The happy couple took a train at Shen-
andoah Junction the ame evening for their
home I'm Ohio.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1895-09-04

Total clearance sale of summer goods. To-
morrow we shall begin to close our entire stock
of Clothing, Gents Furnishings and Hats at
wonderfully reduced prices. The immense
stock is now being arranged and marked. The
sacrifice is enormous; the prices Will be the
lowest ever quoted on any irst-class stock in
this valley. Our stock is perfect and complete
the goods fresh and new. Everything is OF
the latest fashion and style, and that makes
the frightful price.slaughter the more ~extraor-
dinary. Every price means a wonderful bar
gain. WIN. hAHN' Sadler BLOCK
orr. a..s~ -,
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1895-09-04
Typewriter for Sale.

A Typewriter in good condition will be sold
at one-fourth its cost. Apply at
July 8, 1895. FREEPRESS OFFICE.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1895-09-04

The workingman's dollar is worth at least
20 per cent. more now than it was under the
Mckinley law.-Neig Dominion.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1895-09-04

The farm of Mr.. w. A. Shaw, five miles
northwest of this place and near Whestland,
was sold yesterday at trustees sale. The
farm contains l94 acres and was purchased
by Mr.. Adam Young for $40 per acre.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1895-09-04

The tournament held on the farm Of Mr..
Geo. L. Rissler last Thursday was a very
pleasant occasion. The successful knights
aud queen and maids were as follows ;. &.
NJ. Rissler. knight Of Wild Rose'-Miss
Ella Eugle queen C. N. Weist, Knight
of Kabletown"-Miss Annie Rissler lst
maid Gerard NJ. R%issler, knight Of Low
er's Leap"-Miss Donna Rissler ID maid F.;
Harry Rely, knight Of Rion Hail'-Miss
Rebecca Kilmer 3rd maid. The coronation
address was delivered by Mr.. W. f. Alex
ander. who, we understand, did credit both
TO himself and the interesting OCCASION
After dinner enjoyed in basket picnic Style
dancing wss commenced and kept up for
several hours-Spi7t.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1895-09-04

Capt George Baylor, executOr..of John NJ.
Coyle, sold at public auction yesterday a
farm containing 1S6 acres, and belonging to
the estate near Summit Point, to Mr.. E. A.
Colston at the price of $50 per acre.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1895-09-04

The Harper's Ferry and Bolivar public
schools reopeued yesterday. The same
teachers. Miss Chambers and Miss Cross,
will have charge Of Harper's Ferry schools.
In Bolivar Mr.. Dryden Hess and Miss MoleT'
and in the colored school the teaehers that
taught last year will have charge.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1895-09-04
Primary School.

MISS NJ. s.. HAINES will reopen her Schoo
for Children Tuesday, September 8, 1895.
July IL, 1895.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1895-09-04

The baby show on Camp Hill, Harper's
Ferry, was a success financially, and as an
exhibit Of cherubs. The net proceeds were
$3.50, to be applied to the erection of a
sections house at Camp Hill Cemetery
The names Of all the babies exhibited will
be placed in the cornerstone. The awards
we're as follows: Shirley Nichols, Of Camp
Hill, aged s months, lst prize-one pin set
for yoke and a gold ring, having received
200 votes. Wilson Domer, of Washington
City, a visitor at the Summit House, 2ud
prize-one button Sc. for yoke and a gold
ring, having received l26 votes. Grace
Irene Storm, of Herper's Ferry, was beaten
only one vote by Wilson Domer. The pre-
seuta,iou speech was by Mrs Brandeberry,
of the Summit House.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1895-09-04
Fairs aud Exhibitions.

Wheeling, w. Va.-September &c.
Morgan's Grove-September SO.
Rockville, Md.-September +6.
Winchester, Vs.-September lob.
Woodstock. Va.-October IA.
Richmond, Va.-October $40.
Frederick, Md.-October SIP.
Hagerstown, Md.-0ctOber l5-lS.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1895-09-04
COUR S
c. U IS.

We meet the conditions
face TO f~ace-whatever they
may be-loss or profit. We
are sorry TO see that the
craze of m~oney-making
has made some of the small
shops forget their duty to
the community. So stop
toying with the public
confidence.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1895-09-04

When Baby was sick, we gave her Castoria.
When she was a Child, she cried for Castoria.
When she became Miss, she chung to Castoria.
When she had Children, she gayethem Castoria,
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1895-09-04

On Friday evening last, Mrs. Joseph
Waters. wife Of the superintendent Of Edge
Hill Cemetery, came near being the victim
of a coal oil accident. Mrs. Waters was in
the act Of ascending a stairway leading to
the second story of her residence, and called
one of her children to open the door there
to. The child, in opening the door, struck
a large lamp which was sitting on a sewing
ing machine aear by, breaking the lamp
The fuid ran over the floor and in almost
an instant the carpet was ablsze. Mrs
Waters had a 10; Of clothes 10 her arms at
the time, which took fire, and those she was
wearing also commenced to burn. BY great
presence OF mind she succeeded in extin-
gushing the flames, but in so doing received
several ugly burns about her arms. We
congratulate her upon her narrow escape
Mr.. Waters was absent, and she was alone
with her three Authenticated.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1895-09-04

The alumni of Hampden-Sidue College
now residing in Jefferson county have or
gained a local association to be known as
The Jefferson County Association The
officers for the present year are Joseph Nc
Murran. president. and Rev. Charles Ghise-
lin. secretary and treasurer. Other mem
bers of the association are Rev DR.. A. c..
Hopkins. Rev. j. Triplett, W. n. Lemen,
John H. Quigley and Carleton H. Licklider.
Nh. VIM. Fl. Moore on Friday afternoon
was quite severely hurt by a driving acct.
dent. He was in a buggy passing a drove
of cattle on the river road near the Bloomery
pike. the horse became fractions, the single
tree broke and Mr.. Moore, holding to the
lines. was pulled over the dashboard. He
sustained a cut above his right eye, the
spraining Of a wrist aud bruises about the
b9dy-all painful but not serious.
The Presbyterian sunday School will hold
a picnic next Friday in the enclosed or
cbard adjoining the residence of Mr.. B. c.
Washington. The children will assemble
A, the church at ? 80 p. IN, aud baskets
left Al the church will be sent 70 the picnic
grounds. Congregation cordially invited.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1895-09-04
THE VIRGINIA. FREE parss--rHE 0tD rAM1 7 JOURNAL.

The Charles Town Burlesque Company is
the name Of the amateur company which
under the management of Mr.. Frank john
son, clerk Of the Watson House, will give
It's first entertainment in Washington Hall
Monday, September 10. 1895. Mr.. Johnson
has some surprises in store for Us, and he Is
confident that his entertainment, with its
latest bright songs and plenty OF up-to-date
fun will bring down the house. We are not
at liberty to reveal any Of the surprises all
We can say is that Mr.. johnson himself plays
the part Of Fritz Pumbernikkel," the
Dutch manager Of a concert garden, who
will introduce his "deatrical company, con-
sisting of singing girls, negro comedians,
Irish comedians, etc, and a strong man,
which will be one Of the best numbers on
the programme. The entertainment will
conclude with a beautiful tableau, THE
Battle Of Autietam, composed of twelve
uniformed men. All told, the entertain
ment promises to be a good one. The cos
tunes are made to order for this occasion,
aud Mr.. johnson is taking great pains in
getting up the Entertainment in proper style
The compauy's showbills can be seen every
where aud altrac, attention, a1d If the en-
t~ertaiument turns out to b, only tali as
good as the programme promises, the Charles
Town rrr will not be disappointed The
.,,.a.uluvut is given for the benefit OF the
Charles Town Coruet Band, which will as
sist, and by playing its best numbers will
make it a pleasant evening to everybody.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-02-02
NAVE OCCUPIED LAO Y4BIAO,
More Than Twenty Thousand Men Near
Wing kow.

LONDON, Feb. IA dispatch from To-
kfO TO the Central News says
General Nogt reports from Raj Ping,
under date OF January 3lst mat the enc
my ia the vicinity OF ling kOw exceeds
O.O,D men. Scouts report that the chi
nese have occupied Lao Nabio. Inc enc
my west OF that place, Is gradually ad-
vaucmg southwark. AdVices from Hal
Cheng report that there are no Chinese
troops on the New ChWang road, and re-
ports nave also been received by General
Nogt that all is quiet at Peng Whang.
LONDON, Feb IA Central News cor
respondent in Toxic forwards the follow
ing dispatch, received from the Third
Japanese army, dated Talien Wan, Feb
ruary
on January 10Th the second division
captured an emiuence at Fuug LIN chin
and bivouaced there. Yesterday the ~
vasion began by an assault upon the
PaischlyaSo. The warships simultaneous
" attacked the Paisch!yaso corps. The
sixth division began TO advance al ,
o'clock i'm the morning, and by o'clock
had taken the position OF most OF the
enemys line Of defences. Advancing be-
hind Mount Ku, they completely captured
the Paichlyaso forts. BY 1870 o'clock the
squadron signalled that they held pos
session Of the entrance. The Chinese fleet
were inside Liukung Island and con
Jointly Witn the NaugtaO Fort We're firing
at our ships and troops. Our squa ron
is blocking both entrances and the fight
ing continues.
At 4:3O the second dvision Apparently
occupied the important point OF Wen
chuanto.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-02-02
ONCE AGAIN THE GRIP.
How the Old Enemy Operates and no" M
NAV Is. Quickly O,erce~'.

we may as well look the snuaulo"
souareIy in the face. our old zoe 'hc
GRIP has attacked us again. ne na'
been aided by cold, damp weather anu ma
vile Condition or the streets III ~ ara
and cities Strong men ana wont. f.s r
stricken down and tormented ~ .n heaIfh
that even N they recover, theII ,attv
viii In all probability be per"''"'"''
This is one Of the worst thihss aDses
tho grip: that IL may leave tne s,'o,,s
imnaIred and lungs, stomach OF &c ,,,,ng
systen weakened. Doctors are .,,rss
.Ss neeI of precautionary iheose re1
Keen warm. well-fed and goou-tel,nYp and
tbey say Avoid overworN' WIZ
NET feet as you would deadI{ po with
More. brace and tone your DvuS ,hs
, nIIre stimulant. which shau neiy onr
digestive and respiratory ORGANS W
tsb and cleanse the system; cs pure
S p,,bIic oninion commends Duiiy "a
III. N,bisxev as an invaluable aiu
a.h,,re the grip. IL IS prepared WIZ
f,, 20 combating those malat'sl -
1870 which together 30 TO make '"o
e,,,ar ~ our old enemy. A shetH,r, "
POb a duII headache. with ptopap'y n
Sr,tia fover and some museums P""' 49,
that tho invader IS at mana. 40, ueye
Won will soon find how Wise ~ - ,or
% take Duffy's Pure Malt w nisn. :, ,,.r
~ stirs your blood so that Was was, eata,.'stea
80 readiIy driven out. WINE "enm,,Its..i,,
food is turned 10 new tissue, "'S Sa.aitb
Man, will keep you IN perieSt W. mes s,rt,'
and no healthy person yleids 10 '"e h''F
II strikes only the weakIinsS.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-02-02
Northampton News Note.

EASTNILLE. VA, fcb. special -
Mr. George Berry. OF Cape Charles. yard
master OF the New York, Philadelphia and
Norfolk railroad. died Wednesday. and
was taken TO his old home in Maryland
for interment. lie was thirty-seyen
years Old. ana leaves a widow ana two
children.
MIR. II. l.. Upshur. one OF our most
popular citizens. who has been confined
TO his bed Tor the past two months. is
able TO be out again
snow mas been falling at intervals for
the past two days. but is melting rapid
ly
Dr. II. 4. Johnson. OF the NJ. T.. Church.
has been conducting revival services at
the \. NJ. G.. A. Hall for the past two
weeks. but has stopped on account of
the bad weather. Much interest has
been manifested in the services.
The Eastern Shore Game Protective AS
ISOLATION has authorized the employment
OF six policemen-three in Accomac and
three In Northampton. whose duty II is
10 prevent illegal shooting and trapping
OF the Wild fowl.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-02-02
OYstfE DHED0 ms FINED
Five Dollars Esch tor Uninwfuliy Taxing
Oy.f~r.-A Compr""i'e.

WILLIAMSBURG . VA. Feb. 1.-Spe-
cial. The long and tedious trial OF the
attending oyster dredgers was concluded
a, Yorktown to-day. The captains and
crews OF two schOoners Were arrested
about month ago Tor unla"iulIy ureds-
ing I'm PoquOsIn riYer. Ihey were 'hcii
gwen preliminary hearing. Inc cap
iains gave bail. but this the ere" were
unable 10 do hence were jailed until This
term OF the County Court. The piincipsi
point OF contention was 70 locate the
exact mouth OF POuuosin river poh
this point the testimony was conillctin".
and after long ana holly contested
contest "A compromise verdict was reach
ed to-day. as follows. CAPTAIN \. ! Me
Neal ana crew were each fined - dollars.
CAPTAIN " W. webb was likewise nned
81. but his crew acquitted
The forfeiture proceedings against the
vessels were dismissed
CAPTAIN Baylor. OF the United states
Geodetic Survey was present win rs
mans and charts. and located. from his
standpoint. the rivers mouth, MANY
residents of the county ana others he.d
contrary views. Commodore hud"lis
and Captain llups, o. the virginia
ovster navy. were also present as Wit
nesses for the defence ..,
These cases have cost the COMMON
wealth a large sum OF mpily, anu nav
also taxed the accused heaVliy. .,i IT,"
latter fact II Is hoped. will in the future
deter others from like offences
Tho accused were represented by Judge
r.. T. Henley. assisted by Mr.. Ro Nc,
Candlish.. OF MiddlescX ana Mt, L'oN'
Smith. OF Northumberland county. -
The State was represented by MT. j. y.
Hubbard assisted by Mr. Marquis Jones
of Gloucester. ,,,,...
Adiutant james McCow, of the Nireinla
Military Institute. arrived here today on
A ten days furlOuch which MS f'EcA
him after having passed. a highly cred''-
able intermediate examination.