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Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1895-01-10
THE WEST VIRGINIA DEBT.

The REGISTER presents to its readers
this week an interesting contribution
on the subject of the so-called West
Virginia debt, which may be found on
the first page. 1t is compiled by Mr..
Benz. Trapnell. First, an intelligent
history of the "debt" isgiven, and then
comprehensive statement OF the
principles which should govern a settle
ment of the question is made, followed
by an ingenious and equitable PROPOSE
ton as to the share of the debt that
West Virginia should assume.
1t is greatly to be regretted that the
matter cannot be settled in the proper
court of law, but, as is pointed out in
the article referred to, this is impossl-
BILE because West Virginia's constitu-
ton expressly forbids the State from
becoming defendant either at law or
equity. We agree with the author
that it is a risky business to submit
the question to a partisan legislature
for settlement-much less to com
mission that has been or may be Great
ed at the instance Of interested specu-
lators. We do not think that the fact
that this matter is still unsettled has
the slightest prejudicial influence to
the prosperity of our State, nor do we
believe that it casts a stigma upon our
fair fame.
The conclusion offered is sound
one: To let the whole subject be de-
lberately and intellgently discussed
by the people of West Virginia and
then have them vote upon plan or
plans that shall be the result of the
wise and patriotic labors of an intelli-
gent and trusty commission.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1895-01-10

WHEN Br'er Rabbit wanted good
draught of milk he got old Sis Cow
to butt with all her strength against
the persimmon tree, telling her she
would knock off enough persimmons
for a royal feast. Sis Cow hit the
tree so hard her horns stuck fast and
she couldn't move backward or for
ward. Then Br'er Rabbit and all his
family MIXED the old COW until she
was dry as powder. 1t seems to us
that the bankers have got the govern
ment in just the fix that Br'er Rabbit
had Sis Cow. And the way they are
draining the treasury first of gold and
then of bonds would make Uncle Re-
mus's eyes pop out of his head.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1895-01-10
THE sENAToRsHIp.

Whatever may be the effect upon
Mr.. Elkins's chances, there can be no
question that those who oppose his
election to the United States Senate
are working earnestly and skillfully
against him. Four candidates are
now out against him-one from each
congressional district and their plan
seems to be to pool their issues against
Elkins and trust that fortune will
strike one of their own quartette. In
the first district Hon. Nelson Whitaker
is an avowed candidate against Mr..
Elkins. He is the strongest opponent.
He is a popular and influential busi-
ness man of Wheeling, and would re-
feet credit upon his party and his
State. He is generally considered as
a safe man and there is strong under
current in his favor. In the second
district George c. Sturgiss has an
nounced himself as the candidate for
Mr.. Camden's shoes. Mr.. Sturgiss
has long been faithful party worker,
and is unquestionably entitled to some
reward. But he has not yet devel-
oped very much strength as sena-
torial candidate. John B. Floyd is
the avowed aspirant in the third dis
trict. He is typical Kanawha coun-
ty politician, and for ways that are
dark and tricks that are vain, like the
heather Chinee, he's peculiar. He
hasn't many votes yet, but Floyd is
liable to spring a sensation at any
moment. Hon. John A. Hutchinson
is the leader of the opposition in the
fourth district.
The gentlemen ABOVE named I'M
doubtedly represent a very respect
able opposition, and to their combined
strength may be added the secret in
fuence of Judge Nathan Golf. Judge
Golf is altogether too smart to enter
the contest at the present uncertain
stage, but his influence is against Ell
kins. If he sees a good opening in
the contest it is absolutely sure he will
shy his castor into the ring.
Meantime Mr.. Elkins and his sup
porters maintain a bold front They
say that he will be nominated on the
first ballot, as he has already enough
votes pledged to secure his election.
They are secretly a trihe worried by
the concerted opposition, but their big
barrel gives them confidence.
The REGISTER thinks Mr.. Elkins
will be the next United States Sena-
tor from West Virginia.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1895-01-10

If we were to devote our time and
labor to raising grain and cattle and
making goods to ship out of this coun-
try without getting anything in ex-
change for them, we would soon be
paupers. 1t takes a part Of our ex-
ports to pay the cost Of carrying the
rest. Before the policy Of protection
destroyed our merchant marine these
freights were paid principally to the
owners and sailors of American ships,
and the whole of this amount came
back to our own country, to add to
its resources. Now we pay some
$200,O00,000 annually to the owners
of foreign vessels, and not one cent OF
it comes back to us; it is dead loss
to the country. Gree ships" will
save us nearly this amount.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1895-01-10

The Republicans Of the West Vir-
GINA Legislature held their caucus
Tuesday night and nominated officers
for both houses. The Elkins men had
everything their own way and had no
difficulty in electing their candidates.
William Seymour Edwards, Of Kanaw-
ha county, was chosen as speaker of
the House of Delegates, and w. G..
Morley, of Preston county, president
of the Senate. John T. Harris, of
Wood county, was made clerk of the
Senate, Cyrus Wiley, of Summers
county, sergeant-at-arms, and Hiram
Campbell, of Calhoun county, door
keeper. W. NJ. o. Dawson, of Preston
county, was elected clerk of the House,
NJ. B. Morris, of Gilmer county, SER
geant-at-arms, and William Edmonds,
of Wood county, door-keeper.
The Democrats also had a caucus.
Hon. A. S. cambridge was unanimously
nominated for speaker, an honor that
he appreciated, even if it was an empty
one.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1895-01-10

A Herald of the Infant Year.

Clip the last thirty years or more from the
century. and the segment will represent the
term OF the unboundsd popularity OF Hostel
ter's stomach Bltters. The opening OF the
year 1895 will be signaIiZed by the appearance
OF fresh Almanac OF the Bitters, In which
the uses derivation and action of this world
famous medicine will be lncldly set forth,
Everybody should read it.. The calendar and
astronomical calculations tn be found In IN is
brochure are always astonlshIngly accurate
and e statistics illustrations humor aud
other reading matter rich in interest n nd full
OF profit. The Hostetter Company. OF Pitts
burg, Pa, publish 1t themselves. They en-
ploy more than sixty hands in the mechanical
work, aud more than eleven months in the
year are consumed in It's preparation. It,can
be obtained, without cost. OF all druggists and
German. French. Welsh, Norwegian, Swed-
ish, Holland, bohemian aud Spanish.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1895-01-10
The New Year

Finds Hood Sarsaparills leading everything
In the way OF medicines In three Important
particulars namely: Hoods Sarsaparilla has
]. The largest sale in the world. II accom-
plishes
z. The greatest cures in the world. IL has
g. The largest Laboratory in the world.
What more can be said? Hoods Sarsapa-
rilla has merit: Is peculiar to itself. nd most
OF all, Hoods Sarsaparilla cures. IL you are
sick, 1t 10 the medicine for you to take.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1895-01-10
TITS EASILY SWAGLOWE

one of DR.. Pierce's Pleasant Pellets. These
little Pellets are as effective as the best liver
pills, and are easier to get down and more
agreeable In their action besides
The fact is, Dr.. Pisrce's sugar-coated Pei
lets are better in almost every respect. They
act In q mild, easy and natural way. An
absolute cure for Constipation, Dizziness, In.
digestion, Sour Stomach, Sick and Bilious
Headaches. For Nervous Disorders arising
from weak stomach, and all arrangements Of
che iysr, stomach and bowels, they are
guaranteed to give satisfaction, or money Is
returned. Why are they not the cheapest
pill for you to buyf
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1895-01-10
A Quarter Century Test.

For quarter of a century DIR. Kings
New Discovery has been tested, and
the millions who have received benefit
from its use testify to its wonderful
curative powers in all diseases ofthroat,
chest and lungs. A remedy that has
given SO universal satisfaction is no
experiment. Each bottle is positively
guaranteed to give relief, or the money
refunded. It is admitted to be the
most reliable for coughs and colds
Trial bottles free at all drug stores,
Large size so cents and 500.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1895-01-10
We don't claim

We don't claim |
sell Boots and Shc
at cost, but We n
claim we undersella e1|
competition, not ~
cepting those who sell
at and below 5m'f|
which you will see \
the following prices.
Mems Coarse Boots, all solid w..
$3.50, our price s1.l9.
Mems Coarse Boots, tap sole w..
$3.50, our price Sl.97. :
Mems Coarse Boots, the best =,
stock, worth $500, our price 50 "a
Mems Fine Boots, worth s3.M :
price 81 49,. ~
Mems Coarse Shoes, worth s,n
our price 79 cents.
Mems Fine Shoes, worth SIZE =.
price SO cents.
Women's Heavy Shoes, all sa
worth s1.O0, our price IS cents.
Women's Heavy Oil Grain sb...
button and lace, worth l.25 =
price SO cents.
Misses Fine Lace Shoes, Il =,
patent tip, worth LOO, our p,ie. :,
cents per pair.
Misses Fine Button Shoes, pate,
tip, worth LIS and $50, our NJ,
So cents and Ito per pair.
Children's Fine Shoes, patent i,
worth 100, our price 10 cents.
Boys School Shoes, all solid, WON,
1.25, our price 50 cents.
Boys Fine Shoes, worth 200, On
price l.49.
Mems Buckle Arctics, 81 cents.
Mems Buckle Arctics, the very b,
made, LAO.
We carry a full line of Rubb.
Boots and Shoes of all grades.
Just received 10 dozen Mems A
Ladies Handkerchief in cotton. line
and silk, too many to quote 70
prices on.
We carry the largest line of Xul
Goods in town, too numerous to QUO,
you prices, but 25 per cent below IA
years prices. Our stock of Hat a,
Caps is larger than any ever shov
in this town, and at prices lower Tia
was ever heard of before.
We will have another large bt q
Carpet Rugs this week worth 5
cents. We will let them 60
cents each. Come see them. v
have japanese Goat Rugs, grey %
black 2.97. We have laid away o.
Office Bible and sell strictly for ca
and by that method we can under
all competition.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1895-01-10

THERE is really nothing remarkable
in the fact that Senator Hill dined at
the White House last week and sealed
the bond of good-fellowship with Pres
ident Cleveland on the after-dinner
wine and cigars. There is no longer
the possibility of rivalry between them.
Mr.. Cleveland, having already enjoyed
two presidential terms, has expired
by limitation" as it were; while the
result of the last election has just as
effectually removed Mr.. Hill from pol
itics. Each is in a position to recog-
nize the other as good fellow, with
no fear that the shadow of an APP
preaching presidential nomination will
ever fall between them.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1895-01-10

The Sigma Alpha Epsilon conven-
ton in Washington last week elected
Hon. VIM. L. Wilson, of this State,
Eminent Supreme Archon. The next
convention of the association will be
held at st. Louis, Dec. 29-3l, 1896,
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1895-01-10
SATURDAY, JANUARY, 26, 1895,
the following personal property to-wit:
1 BROOD MARE !
One Cow! Three ShOats

One good four -horse Wagon and Bed, two
horse Wagon and Bed, | Spring Wagon.
Cart and Gears, | Rockaway, ! Champion
Binder in good order; Glover Seed Reaper.
Wheat Fan, / Cutting Box. good Roller, /
Keller Drill, in good order; lSquare Harrow,
| Combination Harrow, Ullum Flows. |
single and double shovel Flows, Basket
Sleigh, | Water Barrel aud Sled, four-horse
Sled, 2 pairs Hind Gears, pairs Front Gears
pair Pillow Gears, pairs Fly Nets, Col lars,
2 Brides, l Grindstone, pair Ssretchers,
about 10 bushels White Corn, D bushel Pota-
toes, 500 lbs Bacon, 70 lbs. Lard, IA barrels
Vinegar. Kitchen Tables. Dining Table.
(walnut). | Eght-Day Clock, | Template
stove and Pipe, Bed. Bedstead and Bedding.
one half dozen Windsor Chairs, l Corner
CupboaI d Sausage and Lard Machines, Side
Saddle, l good, large Copper Kettle, Meat
Bench. Jars, CrocGs, ovens, about " Acres
growing Wheat and other articles unneces-
sary TO mention.
TERMS.-The Bacon aud Lari will be sold
for the cash, AMI bills OF .en dollars and I'M
der the cash Will be required. ON sums over
ten dollars "A credit OF six months, with note
and security. Will be given. No property TO
be removed uutil these terms are complied
with. sale To b. gin at 10 O'Clock a. IN. No
postponement on account OF weather.
w. a. MORGAN,
Administrator OF Jno. w. Hill, decd.
Jan. TO- lS95-3w
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1895-01-10

CONGRESSMAN SIBLEY, Democrat, OF
Pennsylvania, made violent attack
upon President Cleveland in the House
of Representatives on Tuesday. His
language was bitter and vicious and
indecent as he attacked the financial
policy of the President-discreditable
to the speaker and out of place in the
body that permitted it. 1t shows one
thing, however and that is that Presi-
dent Cleveland and the Democrats
generally are mighty far apart, And
the worst of it is, the President is not
blameless in the matter.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1895-01-10

SENATOR GoRMAN is still successfully
using his vast political influence as a
politician to keep the Senate below
the level of craftsmanship. German
started in life as page in the Senate
and he hasn't grown any since.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1895-01-10

When Baby was sick, we gave her Castoria.
When she was Child, she cried for Castoria-
When she became Miss. she chung TO Gastoria.
When she had Children, she gave them Castoris
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1895-01-10

There is good reason for the popu-
larity of Chamberlain S Cough Remedy.
Davis & Buzard, of West Monterey,
Clarion Co.. Pa, say: at has cured
people that our physicians could do
nothing for. We persuaded them to
try a bottle of Chamberlain Cough
Remedy and they now recommend it
with the rest of us" 25 and so cent
bottles for sale by Gibson, druggist.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1895-01-10

THE Republicans in the Senate are
following the methods of the dog in
the manger-they can't do anything
themselves and they won't let the
Democrats do ANYTHING.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1895-01-10

Both houses of the West Virginia
Legislature were tremendously organ.
lied yesterday. The officials chosen
in caucus were duly elected. The
Governors message was read to both
houses.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1895-01-10

A SORT of patchwork currency bill
has been agreed upon in caucus and
will be voted upon on Friday in the
House. Nobody is particularly
pleased with it and it will probably be
defeated
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1895-01-10

THE Democrats Of Tennessee have
renominated Senator Harris Senator
Harris is chiefly noted for his skill as
a parliamentarian and his ability as a
poker player. His talents as parlia-
mentary tactician, however, are mainly
devoted to keeping intact those absurd
and ancient traditions" and rules OF
the Senate by which the public bust
ness may be DISTRACTED indefinitely,
and we do not regard his return as an
unmixed blessing to the country. His
poker-playing adeptness is, unfortu'
nately, no recommendation to his
craftsmanship.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1895-01-10

Many stubborn and aggravating
cases of rheumatism that were be-
lieved to be incurable and accepted as
life legacies, have yielded to Chamber
lain's Pain Balm, much to the surprise
and qualification of the sufferers. One
application will relieve the pain and
suffering and Its continued use insures
an effectual cure. For sale by Gibson,
druggist.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1895-01-10

TWELVE days until the Legislature
ballots for Senator. A great many
high hopes may be dashed into the
dust in twelve days.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1895-01-10

THE Democratic minority In the
Legislature is small, but, it is very re-
spectacle.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1895-01-10
Administrators Notice.

HAVING taken out letters OF administra-
IL ton upon the estate of John w. Hill,
deceased, - hereby give notice TO all persons
having claims against this estate TO present
them lawfully authenticated for settlement,
and those indebted 10 his estate TO com e for
ward and settle the same.
w. A. MORGAN,
Ian lSq5-3W
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1895-01-10

THE West Virginia Legislature con-
yened at Charleston yesterday. We
trust that its deliberations may be
characterized by wisdom, honesty and
liberality.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1895-01-10

THE European powers are getting
very "sassy" toward the United States
They are closing their doors right In
orr faces.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1895-01-10

THE Legislature can do much good
in forty-6ve days-it can also do a
lot of harm.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1895-01-10

WHILE the people are demanding
to be freed from the yoke of the Sugar
Trust and the coal barons, while the
treasury is being drained of its gold and
compelled to issue bonds to avoid bank
ruptcy, while all the business interests
of the country are clamoring for re-
form Of our currency system, the Sen
ate takes a holiday of ten days, and on
returning spends almost the whole of
its first days sittingin discussing-the
Senate restaurant Not content with
trying the patience of a suffering peo-
pie, our Senators seem to 60 out OF
their way to fout and insult them.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1895-01-10
Special Commissioners Sale
OF
VALUABLE FARM.

DY virtue of two DEGREES OF the Circuit
ID Court OF Jefferson county, West Virginia.
rendered respectively on the 18th day OF
the chancery cause therein pending OF John
Reynolds eX'r. VS.. John Moler and others.
the undersigned Special commissioner will
offer at public sale before the Courthouse,
in Charlestown, in said county, at II O'Clock
a,
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1895-01-10

By the way, isn't there enough in
fuence in our West Virginia congress
sional delegation to get that direct tax
refund bill through the House this
session? The money could be used to
great advantage in this State just
,,Ou
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1895-01-10

The United american, the national
organ ofthe A. P. A. society, published
at Washington, is out in bitter at
tack upon Hon. Stephen B. Elkins
because he is Catholic. 1t calls upon
every member of the West Virginia
Legislature who is an American" to
vote against him. In the last campaign
the A. P. A. used It's influence against
the Democratic party in this State. and
was largely responsible for the defeat
it sustained. 1t would be real retrib-
utive justice now if the same influence
should encompass the defeat of the one
man above all others who hopes to
ride into power over Democratic fail
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1895-01-10

WE still think that Mr.. Elkins has
a cinch on the senatorship.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1895-01-10

Hon. julius CESAR BURROWS,
sometimes known as the Calliope of
Kalamazoo, has been chosen by the Re-
publicans of Michigan as their United
States Senator. He has been mem
Der of the House of Representatives
sixteen years, and is all that the most
rabid Republican could desire.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1895-01-10
Asy It u LUI VIZ
Pleasant Pellets

rr,RY 1T Hold the edge OF common visiting card
70 line so that no shadow will fall on either sioei
then hold your to the card and you WIZ zee now
Pleasant Pellets
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1895-01-10
ABOUT so BARRELS OF CORN,
Half of 3 Kicks of Nice Timothy Hay.
HAVE YOU READ
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Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1895-01-10

Congressman Post, of Illinois, died
in Washington Monday.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1895-01-10

Dress you hair to perfection with Ayers
Hair vigor. Ask for Ayers Almanac.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1895-01-10
Fiduciary Notice.

TTHE account Of the following flduciary Is
i now before me for settlement:
william II. Hilleary, committee OF Charles
Il. Wilson.
BENZ. TRAPNELL, Commissioners.
Jan. 10, lS95-2w
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1895-01-10
Tuesday, February 5, 1895,

Free OF dover. that valuable farm known as
the residence Of said John Moler. situated on
the public road. about half mile west OF
Bakerton, In said County OF Jefferson, con-
Tot