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Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-12-15
WIN. CAMPBELL
West Virginia Items.

Hon. R. c. Custom, ex-State Senator
and former resident of Berkeley
Springs, died IN Charleston last week,
aged 80 years.
The Peoples Building and Loan
Association, a national organization
with headquarters at Charleston, this
State, has made an assignment.
In the Supreme Court Of Appeals, at
Charleston, Saturday Middle States
Loan and Building Company VS.. Engle
and Jones, from Jefferson county, af-
frmed ; Myers vs.. Miller, from Berke-
ley county, affirmed ; Cam VS.. Cam,
from Morgan county, affirmed Crum-
lish VS.. Shenandoah Valley Railroad
Company, from Jefferson county, modl-
fed and affirmed
The case OF John Mock, of Pitts
burg, VS.. the Ohio River Railroad
Company, for $4,000 damages for in
iuries received in a wreck of the pri-
vate car Virginia, carrying Mock,
superintendent of bridges of the road,
and a party of officials on an inspec-
ton trip in 1890, was ended in the
circuit court at Parkersburg a few
days ago by the jury awarding the
plaintiff damages in the sum Of $4,000.
Both plaintiff and defendant demur-
red to the evidence when it was all
submitted, and the attorneys for the
railroad asked that the verdict be set
aside as excessive, and demurrer will
be argued at future day.
Mr.. J. F. Legge, of Shepherdstown,
was one of the party of officials above
referred to, and was severely injured.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-12-15
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Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-12-15
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Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-12-15

Messrs. Getzendanner and Pierson,
who the Democrats claim vacated their
seats in the Senate by accepting ap-
pointments in the army Of the United
States, have forwarded their resigna-
tons as officers to the War Depart
ment, and will attempt to occupy their
seats in the Senate. As the Republi-
cans have majority in that body they
will of course admit these members
unless the courts take action in the
matter.
LATER-Mr. Getzendanner denies
the statement sent out from Charles
ton that he has resigned, but says he
will be on hand when the Senate
meets to take his seat.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-12-15
Holiday Rates on 3. & o. Railroad.

On account of the Christmas and New
Year Holiday the Baltimore X Ohio
Railroad will sell excursion tickets at
greatly reduced rates to and from points
on its line between Baltimore, Pitts
burg. Wheeling, Petersburg, Stras-
burg Junction and intermediate points,
good going December %, 81. - and 81,
1898. and Jan. l. 1899. good TO return until
January 4, 1899, inclusive. Magnificent
train service in all directions. Pull
man sleeping cars and dining cars.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-12-15

SENATORS PIERsoN and Getzendan-
ner have resigned from the army so
that they can occupy seats in the Sen
ate. Can men render themselves in
eligible to such places and then when
they get ready make themselves ehgi-
bic AGAIN
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-12-15
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heals. Ely's Cream Balm is such a
remedy and will cure catarrh or cold in
the head easily and pleasantly. a trial
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Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-12-15

The Old Reliable WHEELING WEEKLY
REGISTER will he brighter Better, More In
terrstlng. II possible, To all classes Of West
Nirginians and those OF nearby states tina n
during any other year OF its history.
In view Of the spanish A merican War lust
closed. the session Of Congress Just about TO
op, will be "A history making body. Every
man no has welfare OF his country at
heart Will want To know about the doings OF
the National Law making Body.
The West virginia Legislature meets In
January next Every CT lien and tax payer
must read the daily proceedings OF the state
lsw-making body. He must keep p ste rs
TO how much taxes he Is TO be burdened wi h.
a United states senator is 70 he elected TO
succeed senator Faulkner. A lively contest
for this 'ffice IN anticipated,
The REGISTER VII have special CORES
pondents al both Washington and Charles
ton. who will keep its readers posted on the
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Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-12-15

IT is announced from Washington
that General Joseph Wheeler will re-
sign his seat in Congress and retain his
commission in the army. The gallant
general says he has many reasons for
taking this step, but it is very likely
that the one important cause Is that
he knows he cannot fill two places.
AS further fact that he realizes that
accepting commission Ia the army
has disqualified him from retaining his
seat in Congress, he said few days
ago: "At present | am merely exer-
cising the privileges of an ex-member
upon the floor Of the House, and in
this way l have avoided any possibility
of question in that direction. l have
had other members introduce my reso-
lutions, and this will continue until l
resign" He also stated that although
he had been reelected to the next
Congress, he would not attempt to
serve one day of his new term.
It is further stated that Speaker
Reed will promptly rule, if the ques-
ton is raised, that General Wheeler
and the other members of Congress
who entered the army cannot legally
continue to perform their duties as
Congressman. In this connection a
Washington dispatch says: "As the
West Virginia provision on this sub
ject is similar to the federal provision,
it is thought the cases at Washington
may have an important bearing on the
case of the two West Virginia State
Senators who also accepted army COM
missions. If these two State Senators
disqualified themselves by going into
the army, it would appear as if the
designations they have rendered will
not help them"
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-12-15
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Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-12-15

Mrs. Laura Hughes, who has been
president of the Ladies Sewing Society
of St. Johns Protestant Episcopal
Church, Hagerstown, for forty-nine
years, has, in that period, turned over
to the vestry of the church $4,000,
made by the society and chiefly the re-
suit of Mrs. Hughes efforts.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-12-15

PERHAPS it may be that the Legis-
lature will not be able to elect a
United States Senator. Wonder if
Governor Atkinsons modesty is so
great as to prevent him from ap-
pointing himself in that event?
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-12-15
SANTA CLAUS!
SANTA CLAUS
AT


He has been there and left him all
kinds of Toys, Dolls, Sleds, Wagons,
Doll Go-Carts, Doll Carriages, Swings,
Carts, Shoofies, and lots of other Toys,
which he paid Santa for, and can sell
them just as cheap as he pleases. He
has left numerous presents for the
young ladies and gentlemen. Santa
told him not to let one person escape
without a present on account Of price,
and he is certainly doing this. If you
do not believe it just call on him and
ask prices of
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-12-15

James ". Tolbert, the white car
pet-bagger who was run out of South
Carolina a few weeks ago, has sue
ceeded in having indicted by the
United States court the committee
that warned him to leave. 1t is like
ly that the next time Tolbert gets in
to trouble he will be given his medi-
cine first and his warning afterward.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-12-15

THE Republicans seem to be getting
ready to turn the Democrats out of
the State Senate. The House Of Del
egates ought to be able to easily beat
this game.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-12-15

SOME newspapers are very toollshly
talking of Hon. Henry G. Davis as
the Democratic candidate for Senator.
The people will not tolerate such an
unheard-of thing as two Senators
from one family. When Senator Ell
kins is ready to retire Mr.. Davis may
have a chance.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-12-15

Five men were killed and five were
injured by an explosion at the Dupont
powder mills at Wilmington, Del, last
Friday.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-12-15
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per. Send % cents postage stamps, and
get 80 days trial treatment of the great
est blood purifier on earth. Sold under
positive guarantee to cure or money re
funded.
ROBERT B. WILLS, Manager,
% Elizabeth St, Hagerstown, Md.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-12-15
D. l. RENTCH!
Calendars for 1900

Everyone wants nice handsome Cal
endar for next year. If you will call at
the Little Store" you can find some of
the prettiest ever brought to town and a
good variety.
All letters and messages for Santa
Claus can find an agent here. ready to
send or forward such requests. You can
find here Toys. Soldiers, Magic Lanterns,
Paint Boxes, Books, Baskets, Waste,
Lunch, Work and Fancy, large and
small japanese Pocket Stoves to carry
in your mutf or pocket to keep you warm.
Shoulder Shawls, Fascinators, Worsted
Hose. Fleece Lined Hose, Fleece Lined
Gloves, Cashmere Gloves and Mitts, Cot
ton Hose, Black. Brown, Fancy, Cream
and White for Ladies' Heavy Ribbed
Hose for Boys, to 8, double knees and
heels, good article; Persian Table Covers,
Bureau Scarts. Stand Covers, Center
Pieces, all ready for use without work ;
Ladies and Children's Underwear, I'm
ion Suits, Infants Worsted Vests, very
cheap, less than cost Saxony Wool, Ice
Wool, Stocking Yarn, Black, Blue and
Grey Zephyrs. Towels, Handkerchiefs,
Napkins. Red and White Calico Wrap
pers. Satteen Underskirts, Black Worst
ed Dress Skirts. very nice at 5l.GO. and
plenty Of nice Ornaments to trim Xmas
trees, at the store Of
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-12-15
DIR. Bulls Cough Syrup cures any

case of bronchitis, lung affection and
grippe. Physicians prescribe this re-
liable remedy, and druggists recon-
mend 1t; because it never fails 10 cure,
and costs but % cents bottle.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-12-15

Frank Gould, son of the late Jay
Gould, of New York, became of age
Monday, and the snug sum of $lO,-
100000 was handed over to him.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-12-15

The city of Atlanta, Georgia, Is
holding peace jubilee this week, and
President Mckinley and his cabinet
and many leading government officials
are participating in the celebration,
Yesterday the President made speech
before the Georgia Legislature that
marked him as a man of wisdom, of
courage and Of Christian kindness. He
spoke of reunited country, and Of
the brave part played in our war with
Spain by North and South alike, and
then he said
Every soldiers grave made during
the unfortunate civil war is tribute
to American valor. And while, when
these graves were made, we differed
widely about the future Of the govern
ment, those differences were long ago
settled by the arbitrament of arms
and the time has now come, in the
evolution of sentiment and feeling un-
der the providence of God, when in
tie spirit of fraternity we should share
with you in the care of the graves of
the Confederate soldiers.
The widest enthusiasm prevailed
when the President uttered these
words, and old Confederates and the
younger generation joined in paying
homage to the big-hearted chief exec
utive. By his speech in Atlanta the
President has gained and can always
keep warm spot in the hearts of the
Southern people.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-12-15
A Beautiful l0-DoIlar Doll.

Olive will 60 to her new home on Christ
mas Eve, December oath. In order that
Olive may become better acquainted
with the people Of Shepherdstown and
vicinity, she will receive Saturday even
ing Dec. 3, from to p. m. and from
to Q p m. Also each evening Of next
week
- A full stock Of choice and sea-
sOnabe goods always on hand.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-12-15

of law abiding people, assure them
that know my rights, and knowing
dare maintain them"
Respectfully,
VIM CAMPBELL.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-12-15
S99. THE Sun.
BALTIMORE. Nd
1890.


THE PAPER OF THE pgla,r
FOR THE PEOPLEANuVr-r.rg,,..u.
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UNSWERNING IN lrS 4 .r.r,,''.,ssl
RIGHT fdEuh.F~ kNTNNt =
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time but II does not = ..uw u, 49,, a q,
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none. is for good laws god .,'.,--.t
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Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-12-15

A SHORT time ago party Of Chin
amen were very much surprised that
they were not allowed to land on any
of the Hawaiian Islands, but as these
islands are now part of the United
States our immigration laws are in
force there, of course. At the same
time, however, we have recently an
ne1ed as Citizens certain inhabi-
tants of the Philippine Islands be-
sides whom the Chinese are as angels
of light.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-12-15

When you are nervous and sleepless, take
Hoods Sarsaparilla. 1t makes ihe nerves
strong and gives refreshing sleep.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-12-15
C.. W. Ferrell, Prop.
Christmas
Opening!
Saturday, December 10.

Grand Christmas Opening of Candies,
Oranges, Grapes, Bananas and Nuts of
all kinds.
Fancy Box and Basket Candies at
prices that defy competition.
Candy and Fruits of all kinds, in guam
titles AT a special fgnre
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-12-15

Col. WM. J. BRYAN has resigned
his commission in the army, and now
that he is in private life again he feels
free to talk. In speech Tuesday he
denounced the policy of Imperialism,
which he says is antagonistic to the
ideals of the American people, and
said he believed that our nation is in
greater danger Just now than Cuba.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-12-15

IF it is legal for State Senator to
hold a commission in the army with
out FORGETTING his seat, why should
our two Senators now resign their
commissions before they try to take
their places in the Senate? If they
disqualified themselves when they ac-
cepted these Offices they are still dis
qualified and nothing short of an cleo
tion by the people will give them a
right to sit in the Senate.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-12-15
NJ. 3. Baker
Ladies' Wraps
and
Readymade Skirts,

together with wrll-choScn lnro' br.s
Trimmings -Mohair. Jet aud SILK 80
also call especial attention 90 &c.
stock OF
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-12-15
Kid Gloves and Handkerchief,

Umbrellas. etc, which will MAKE "T
acceptable and useful gifts Our''f'
pf
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-12-15
Black Dress Goods
Cheneille Table Covers and POYtItN.

We desire our customers and the pub
lie generally to examine tines" god,
and invite you 10 call and see them %
will give us pleasure 10 show them -
Christmas Presents we hayca unusual
LIZ attrnclIN snlnrl ION III
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-12-15
GROCERY DEPARTMENT

is well stocked with Seasonab." "''1i
including Fruits and everything I''F
sary for Christmas baking "'' " :
call and examine our STOCK. "A''' y
full and attractive. We can supp! 80"
needs and will promise satisfaction
Respectfully,
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-12-15
A STATEMENT.
CHARLEsTowN, JEFF. Co., W. VA.

CHARLEsTowN, JEFF. Co., W. VA.
December l3. 1898.
To the Editors Of tie Democratic
Press Of Vest Trginia.-In view of the
present discussion as TO the vacancies in
the State Senate the following facts and
legal opinions may be Of interest TO your
readers.
In 1896 d. w. Shaffer was clearly elect
ed to the State Senate from the 18th dis
trict by ma ority of sixty over Getzen-
danner, Republican.
His seat was stolen by the Republican
majority in the Senate and given TO GetZ-
endanner
During the springo '9S Getzendanner
accepted commission as Captain in the
Second West Virginia Regiment, L. S.
V, thereby vacating his seat in the Sen
ate, under the provision of the Constitu-
tion of West Virginia, which says that
mo one holding lucrative position I'M
der the United States Government is eli
gibe to a seat in the Legislature.
The vacancy was brought to the at
tention of the Governor, upon whom the
sworn duty then devOlved 10 issue writ
of election TO fill the vacancy. He de-
cined to comply with this plain require
ment of the Constitution upon the plea
that such action would be an interfer-
ence with the rights of the Senate, which
is the Judge of the election and qualifi-
cation of its members.
Ifthis were literally true the Senate
could seat an alien. minor woman
or one DISTINGUISHED for crime-in con-
travention of the Constitution.
The Governor promised TO issue
written opinion defending his course,
but. acting on the advice of leading
members of his party, has so far failed
TO do 50.
The Democrats Of the 18th district,
in strict observance of the Constitution,
held primaries and elected delegates to
convention held at Martinsburg, at
which | was mated. My nOmina-
ton was certified to the ballot commits
sioners of Jefferson. Berkeley and Nor
gan counties in accordance with the law,
and at the late general election | was
duly elected 10 the State Senate. The
Democrats have Il clear majority Of seven
in the House. the Republicans a major
ity of six in the Senate. They now pro-
pose 10 re-Steal the membership from
the 18th district and 50 get majority
of one on Joint ballot in fragrant viola
ton of the Constitution.
1t is stated that. if necessary, they will
commit this political crime by fraud and
violence,
AS evidence that we have the law and
the right on our side Subjoin few
opinions bearing on the case.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-12-15
FREE! FREE!

To everyone making cash purchase
Of - cents or over will be given Chance
ON Olive.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-12-15
Boots and Shoes

for men, women and children, ron '@
cheapest grades To- the finest goods .
| full and conn lctp. Our
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-12-15

this game.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-12-15
II. B. BAKER,
NOTICE..

QTILL a few Ribbed Indrf"s"
~ Ladies and Children. ~ cr,.y
~ ELLEN WEL-HAN-
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1898-09-22
TO-DAY'S TELEGRAPHIC NEWS
From Porto Rico.

SAN JUAN, P. r, Sept. 2l.-The
Spanish steamer Sar Francisco sailed
for Spain this afternoon with battalion
of the Princess de Asturias regiment,
500 strong, on board. The men march
ed to the government wharf early in the
morning led by band of music and
were reviewed by Captain. General Ma
cias and General Ortega. A great many
people crowded about bidding farewell
to the soldiers, among them number
OF women who were weeping. The Off
GERS of the battalion were accompanied
by their families.
The artillery question is practically
settled and the Spaniards will be al
lowed to take all of their guns not re-
garded as actual parts of Notifications.
All of the Spanish prisoners captured
in Porto Rico have been returned TO
their commanders.
Admiral Schley is preparing to have
the lighthouse board authorize him 70
re-establish the system of lights inter
rupted by the war.
The Americans here are bringing
pressure upon General Brooke to in
duce him to establish the exchange rate
for local silver at 100 per cent as soon
as he is in control Of the island. Many
American prospectors will return to
the United States by the next boat.
q. S. Consul Hanna advises all Ameri-
cans to keep away from Porto Rico un-
til the United States laws are in force.