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Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-12-04
me Big aftnstrel sho,r.


The Gus Sun American Minstrels are
scheduled to appear in Washington Hall on
Wednesday evening. December 5th This
company enjoys the distinction Of being
the best. most refined and complete organ
ization of its kind now travelling. Theyear
the organization IS composed of fifty pee
pie, travelling in their own Pullman Palace
Cars, and among the principals we mention
Henry " Yorkey, New York's favorite
comedian and monologist; Marion and
Pearl, comedians and dancers; E. W. Chip
man, the autocrat of minstrelsy; The great
Lynch. the world 5 greatest high wire artist;
Lambert and Anderson, operate vocalists,
without question the greatest in their line +;
The Musical Bells, musical mokes. late of
the Primrose & Dockstader Minstrels; Nu-
gent Brothers famous buck and wing dan.
GERS; Gus. Sun, in wonderful feats of Jug
Cling and balancing besides host of sing.
ers, dancers and acrobats. The scenery used
by this organization is called spectacular
transformation first part setting and is said
to be the most elaborate and costly ever
used by minstrel company. AS the cur
tain goes up you behold a mammoth sun
shining with all the splendor of old SOL
While you are gazing in open-mouthed
wonder, the sun, by some mysterious mech
anism, disappears from view and the audi
tor is face to face with the great spectacular
satin first part which excels in beauty and
splendor any previous effort in minstrelsy.
After the first part the audience will witness
an olio of seven star feature acts which can
not fail to please the most pessimistic dys-
peptic. At noon the entire company will
be seen in a grand street pageant and must
cal carnival, and at Z SO the two bands and
symphony orchestra will dispense sweet
music in front of the opera house. The
management assures us this will be the
minstrel event of the season. Prices for the
occasion %, S5 and so cents. Seats on sale at
Geo. t. Lights drug store
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-12-04
Howard-f1edges

Miss E. Rose Hedges, daughter of Mr..
and Mrs. William L. Hedges, of Charles
Town. w. Va. and Mr. John W. Howard,
of Kearneysville, w. Va. were married
last night at the parsonage of Keen Ne
mortal Methodist Protestant Church by
the Rev. N. T. Meginness. The bride
was attired in a gown of navy blue broad
cloth, with hat and gloves to correspond.
Immediately after the ceremony an infor-
NAL reception was given at the home OF
the brides brother, Mr. William L.
Hedges, 2s2s Bernard avenue. The flu
ture home of Mr.. and Mrs, Howard will
be at Kearneysville, w. Va.
Baltimore Herald. Nov. 90.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-12-04
m. Rouss and Ills old Comrades.


Mr. Charles Broadway Ronss. in re-
spouse to an invitation from the hide
pendent Fire Company of this place to
attend the coming Rouss birthday cele-
bration and reunion of Co. B, 18th Va.
Cavalry, (his old command IN this place
ON the nth of February next, writes in
part:
New York City, Nov. IS, 1900.
independent Steam Fire CO.. No. 1.
Charles Town, w. Va;
Gentlemen-Yourk kind invitation con-
taind in yor Letter of the 25th inst, to be
present at the celebration of the 6sth an
iversary of my birthday on the nth of
February next is reed, and the senti-
ments therin xprest hav tucht my heart
deeply. To meet my billy valued trends
of yor Organization wud be sincere graf
ifcation, but to be able in addition TO
greet my old comrads of Company B wud
be a privilege plesurabl in the xtreme.
wish I cud look into their faces as OF
yore when we stood together, band OF
brothers, in defense of sacred caus.
But, my dear trends, this plesur is not
for me. To behold the outer world and the
faces of trends and lovd ones vii never
be a possibility to me. for the remaindero OF
my days here must be spent in darkness.
The liner vision however is still lett to me-
and in hart and precius memory wud
be abb to Sc thos gallant heroes perfectly
as 1 wud shake the hand of each.
subscribe myself in the
bonds of friendship and comradship
Gratefully yours,
C. B. RoUss.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-12-04
Scheffer.

The home of Mrs Annie Schaffer, near
Duff1elds, was the scene of a quiet, but
very pretty wedding on Wednesday af-
ternoon, Nov IS, at o'clock, when the
marriage of her daughter, Miss Deborah,
and Mr. Samuel Merchant was solemnized
in the presence of a number of admiring
friends of the contracting parties. To
thesweet strains of Mendlesoln's wedding
march. skillfully rendered upon the organ
by Miss Sadie Snyder, cousin of the
bride, the bridal party entered the parlor
in the following order Miss Fannie Cur
RE and Mr. John NJ Osborn, Miss Daisy
Snyder and Mr. Robert NJ Duke, Miss
Olive Snyder and Mr. Robert P McGarry.
the last four cousins of the bride,) and
ware met by Rev Mr. Triplett, pastor of
Elk neutrality-suspicious. church, who per
formed the ceremony in a most iru-
pressive manner, the organist meanwhile
rendering soft music, while the nuptual
VOWS were taken, which united
Two souls with but single thought.
Two hearts that beat us one"
- s'e-SAAS "sAs' CAAN VI DGdukl
and loneliness. The fair bride was at
tired in handsome gown of white or.
CANDY, and wore tulle veil held in place
by sprays of Lilly of the Valley, and car
ried white carnations. The bridesmaids
wore white organdle and carried white
chrysanthemums. The grooms and
groomsmen wore the conventional black,
with white buttoniers. After the cere.
monY reception was held, at which an
elegant collation. was served. The table
was beautifully adorned with white lap
anese chrysanthemums. The happy
groom. thrifty and energetic young
farmer, IS to be congratulated upon Sc,
curing one of Jefferson's fair daughters
for his bride. The bridal presents were
numerous and handsome. Mr. and Mrs
Merchant lett on the 9 p m train for a
visit to the national capital. They will
be at home to their friends after Decem.
Der IS, at their home near Dufields.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-12-04
ADyeRTTsED LETTERS

List of letters remaining in the Postoficc at
Charles Town, Jefferson county. W. Va, on
Saturday last:
Mr.. Isnsc DaughertY, Mrs. Eliza Hays, Miss
Mary w Eveteth, Mrs Allie Clark, Chas. q.
Miller. Miss Nora Firald, Mr.. Ralph Burns,
Mr.. John Blakemore. Hon. E Y Bell, Sec'y
Republican Committee; Mr.. G. N. Arlington.
The above letters, if not called for within
fifteen days, will be seut to the dead letter
office Persons calliug for them will please
say that they are advertised.
L. D. GRTzRNpANER. 7. N
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-12-04


We are informed that the life in
surance policy of the Hon. VIM. L.
Wilson, in the Maryland Life OF
Baltimore, was paid one day after
the proof of death was received al
the home Office. This is but in keep
ing with the way that this company
has always conducted its business
with its patrons in this section where
it has been doing business for 81
years. In all this time it has never
compromised, contested, or even de.
layed the payment of a death loss
Mr.. w. o. Norris represents this
company as general agent for West
Virginia and the lower valley coun
ties.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-12-04

The two most beautiful women in
America are Mes Ma.1de Coleman Woods,
of Charlottesville. Va. and Maxine Ell
lott. the actress. known in private life as
Mrs NAT" c Goodwin. So says a COM
Inittee appointed to select the two most
beautiful women in America, blonde and
brunette, to tyPify North and South
America on the official emblem of the
Pan-American Exposition in Buffalo in
ISoI- Miss Woods is the daughter of
Major Hicajah Woods and first cousin of
Mrs James y Mason. j. of this place, and
is we'll known here. having frequently
visited Mrs Mason.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-12-04

We had especial cause for thankfulness
on Thanksgiving Day in the reception of
a gallon of fine oysters from our generous
and enterPrisinE young friends, Messrs,
Brown Bros. This firm not only handles
the best of the juicy bivalves at all times,
but their oyster parlorr. for both ladies
and gentlemen, arc decidedly the most
attractive of any IN the Valley, and their
service al that can be desired. Many
thanks. young gentlemen, for another
kind token of remembrance.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-12-04
Holiday Rates.
BALrIMoRE 8 ONO K. III.

On account of the CHRISTMAS and NEW
YEAR Holidays the Baltimore & Ohio r. r.
will sell excursion tickets at Greatly Reduced
Baltimore, Pittsburg, Wheeling. Pnrkersburg.
Stasburg Junction and intermediate points.
good going Dec. %, "a. 25, 81, and Ian. /.
1901. valid for return until Jan. 4, 1901, in
elusive.
man Palace Cars and B. & o. Dining Carr
on through trains.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-12-04

A movement has been started by Presi-
dent Raymond to secure portrait in oil
of tbs late William L Wilson, to be hung
in the library of the West Virginia Uni
versity. Mr. Wilson as President of the
University. was most highly esteemed,
and the old students and the alumni will
beglad to knOwthat his pictureis to have
permanent place in the University
Friends of Mr. Wilson or of the Univer-
sity are invited to send in contributions
for this purpose.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-12-04

The first OF the series OF Stephenson
Seminary entertainments was given in
Washington Hall Saturday evening. in
presence of large and appreciative au-
dience. The Metropolitan Star Quintette
Misses Anna Louise Gillies, Belle
Louise Brewster and Geraldine Epps,
thee eciliRns; Miss Helen Reed. harplst
and Miss Nell Ames Horr, reader-ren-
dored a programme of charming num-
bers. and Afforded Charles Town decided
y the best entertainment of its class since
the days of the visitsOf Sol Smith Russell
and the Berger Family.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-12-04

What o'clock is it7 Answer may soon be
Quarter past twenty-one." 1t Is pro-
posed With the beginning of the new CEN
fury to designate the hours from to "a.
Evening church services, provided the
preacher is not too long-winded, will then
be concluded about twentY-one O'Clock,
and theatre carriages may be ordered at
half.past twenty-five.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-12-04
Death of j. Allison Eyster.
Especial to the Baltimore Sun.I

Chambersburg, Pa, Dec. 81 Allison
Eyster, senior member of the paper manu-
featuring firm of Eyster & Son, of Hall
town, y Va, died here this afternoon.
aged 77years, of heart disease and dropsy,
Mr. Eyster was a prominent merchant
in this town 50 years ago, but left the dry
goods business to engage in the nianufao,
ture of paper. He lost fortune in the
business here. but recovered it while in
business in Halltown. Two daughters
Mrs Frank Harrison, of Englewood. N 7,
and Mrs F S MCGOWAN, of Philadelphia
and two sons, George S and ] Allison
EysteT, Jr, of Halltown, survive. During
the Civil War Mr. Eyster was captured in
HaGerstown and was confined for long
time in Southern prisons. He was a bro
Their Of the late George Eyster. who was
Assistant United States Treasurer under
President Grant.
[Mr. Eyster and his sons located and
have built up an important industry in
tbis county, and as result of their enter
prise have to-day a thriving village
around the seatof taeir plant at Halitown.
Mr.. Eyster was well known and greatly
beliked among our people, and the news
of his death, though not unexpected, is
received with universal feeling of sad
ness and regret. --Ep. SPIRIr.l
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-12-04
Rouss MausoIeum Still UncompIeted

1t is reported that c. E. Taynter & Co.
Of New York attempted to get out another
slab of granite to replace the one that
cracked before it could be placed on the
Rouss Mausoleum. This second slab was
finished, but it also cracked, and now an
other is being cut With the exception
of this one piece to be placed on the roof,
the mausoleum is completed, with excep-
ton of finishing the decorations on the
inside. The broken slab weighs over
twenty tons.-Winchester Star,
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-12-04

The Citizens Fire Company Fair will
certainly be held on February IL. u and 10
notwithstanding the fact that the Indepen-
dent Company with the use of Rouss Memo
rial and Washington Halls, intend making
their banquet ontheabove dates a doubly(?)
grand affair. We will endeavor, with the
aid of our people, to make the Fair succ-
cess. The place of holding same will be
later. CITIZEN.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-12-04

Miss Bessie Stuckey, formerly ofBerke-
ley county but now nurse in Virginia
Hospital. Richmond. Va, was shot by C.
s. Williamson, of Nottoway, Va, in fit
of jealousy. Miss Bessie was walking
through the hospital corridor when Will
Hanson fired two shots at her, one lodg-
ing in the side and the other in the arm.
1t is thought that the wounds are not Sc
rious and that she will recover. William
SON. who was arrested and committed for
hearing, is about twenty-four. and was
atone time student at the Virginia Med
ical College.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-12-04
Beware of ointments for catarrli that coutaI,
Mercury

as mercury will surely destroy the sense OF
smell nnd completely derange the whole svs-
TEN when entering it through the mucous sur
faces. Such articles should never he used ex-
cePt on prescriptions from reputable ply
sicians, as the damage they will do is ten fold
to the good you can possibly derive from them.
HALLS Catarrh Cure, manufactured by F. j.
Cheney " Co., Toledo, o., contains no
mercury, aud is taken Internally, acting
directly upon the blood and mucous surfaces
of the system. In buying Halls Catarrh Cure
be sure you get the genuine. it is taken in
ternallY, and made In Toledo, Ohio, by F. j.
Cheney (E Co. Testimonials free.
Sold by Druggists, price 75c. per bottle.
Halls Family Pills are the best.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-12-04
CUSTOM nARMENT nAK1No.

I wish TO inform my friends and the
public generally that have moved in the
new room now being fitted up for me in
the Hagley building "a few doors from
Racket storel about April Ist. antici.
pate very large spring trade, and will
use my best efforts to raise and maintain
the standard of custom garment making
to the highest level possible, in order to
counteract the many spurious limitations
of legitimate tailoring that have been
foisted upon the public. AS to my new
samples for the coming season. it is hardly
necessary for me to dwell on them. All
l can say is that used the very best
ability and matured experience in select.
ing complete assortment of styles and
qualities. promise you also in the fu-
ture, as in the past. the same courteous
and liberal treatment. and last. but not
least, aPerfect fit. Yours &C..
c. E. REININGKR.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-12-04

The first of course of lectures on
Physiology and Hygiene, by DIR Ven
ming, will be given at Stephenson Sem
mary next Friday at IL o'clock. While
these lectures are intended primarily for
the older pupils of the Seminary, any
Others. and particularly former pupils,
who may feel an interestin these subjects
are invited to attend.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-12-04

Circuit Court adjourned on Wed
uesday until the first of the week.
The jury was adjourned until Wed
nesday, Dec. the 9Th, at $50, for
which date the case of Davis VS..
Baker Is set.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-12-04

We return thanks for the compliment
of an invitation sent US last week by an
genial young friend Mr.. John G. Elliott
20 take our Thanksgiving dinner at the
Hotel Hamilton in Hagerstown. The
handsome menu card sent US showed a
most appetzing bill of fare.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-12-04

At the residence of Mrs. A. E. Strib-
ling, in Martinsburg, Thursday evening,
Mr.. Harry E. Trussell and Miss Lena
Virginia Engle, both of the vicinity of
Dufields, Jefferson county. were united
in marriage by Rev. DR. A. c. Hopkins,
pastor of the Presbyterian Church of
Charles Town.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-12-04

The ParkorsburgSentinel has installed
IN its Office fine new Cox duplex print
ing press. The Sentinel is one of the
best dailies in the State most excellent
paper in every way-and we are pleased
to note this new evidence of its continued
nrooreseive caraer
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-12-04
OfaI on Streets.

Special attention is called to Sec. 10. Chap.
2, of the Town Ordinances, which forbids the
throwing of any coal or wood ashes, dirt or
filth OF any kind into upon any street alley
or public square of the OWE, under p, nalty of
hne of not less than one nor more than ten
dollars. Amendment 10 said ordinance pro-
vtdes that waste to be carted od shall De put
in barrels In front Of places OF business and
other premises This ordinance will be rigidly
enforced. GEORGE WASHINGTON,
Dec. 4. Mayor
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-12-04

The Town Council last night approved
the application of Thos E Chamblin for
license to sell spirituous liquors in the
room formerly occupied by the late Maui
rice Kahn. Permission was granted W
S Merchant to lay crossing over Wash
ington street at or near his place of bust
ness. under supervision of the Street Com
mittee.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-12-04

The Pennsylvania Steel Company has
caused notice of 10 per cent. reduction
in wages to be'posted in all the depart
ments of the big works at Steelton. the
order to go into effect january. Another
bit of Mckinley prosperity. for which.
doubtless, the Steelton employees voted
AaImost as a unite.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-12-04

Ormercountyman Mr. Geo W john
son. we are pleased to note. has been ap-
pointed Referee in Bankruptcy at Park
ersburg. by Judge Jackson of the Federal
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-12-04
Sealed Proposals.

Sealed proposals will be received by Rev.
George Hasei or Rev II. H Kennedy on or
before Saturday, December 3, 1900. for the
erection of the NJ. e. Church. south, at
Halltown. Plans and specifications can be
seen by applying to Rev. H H Kennedy.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-12-04
EstFay Hog.

strayed from the premises OF tho fubscrib-
er, near Aldridge. some eight or ZEN ,yeeIrs.
ago, n LARGE BLACK HfJa-a bearer ,,7i.fs
en- for its relnrn 10 me or informafio1 tb..
will leaa 70 it's recovery.
Eov. 2o-ss zEPH BASEs JR-
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-12-04
ol.s0 in Advance, can not Paid in Advance
We MUST have money to pay our bills,

We MUST have money to pay our bills,
and have no resource from whence to
obtain it except from those who owe us ;
and besides must have provision for our
household and provender for our stock.
Those indebted will please pay at once
and if you have not the money let us
have meat. lard. -four. corn, fodder, hay
or wood. But lot US have SOME,
THING. and that IMMEDIATELY.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-12-04
MoneY for Sale.

Money viii be sold by jefferson County
Provident Building Association on Shares OF
stock 10 the lowest bidder at the Office Of
Moore q Moore, Dec. 10. 1900.
Bidding commences at ~ p. m.
CLEON b. MOORE,
Dec. e. Sec'y and Treas'r
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-12-04
Wood For Sale.

Hickory and Oak Wood by the cord also
in stove lengths by the cord, at reasonable
prices. Orders mailed diTec to me OF left at
the store of Osbourne q Strider will receive
prompt attention. WM. VI. BURNS.
Nov. 20, 1900. Charles Town, w Va.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-12-04

Persons who go away from home to get
their job printing done will of course not
expect to. get puffs and free adver-
Using done by their home papers.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-12-04
WATsoN-MoLER.

The historical old Elk Branch
Presbyterian Church at Dufields
was the scene of very pretty wed
ding Thursday morning at eleven
O'clock, when Miss Bessie L. Moler,
daughter of Mr.. and Mrs. R. v. Mo.
Ter, of this county, was married to
Mr.. Hunter Watson. The ceremony
was performed by Rev. j 1. Trip.
lett. The usbers were Messrs. Rev
nolds Moler and VIM. R. Moler. Mr..
Hite Watson was the best man and
Miss Minnie Moler, sister of the
bride, was maid of honor. The
bride wore travelling dress OF
brown cloth, with black velvet hat.
A reception was held at the home OF
the bride Immediately after the wed
ding, and later in the afternoon Mr..
and Mrs. Watson took the train at
Harper's Ferry for trip East.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-12-04

WAHTED-ACTIVEM MAN OF GOOD CHAR
actor - deliver and collect in West yIrRinis
dor old ePtAblllhed manufacturing WhoiesSla
house. RVB year, sure pay. Honesty more
ehan experiences required. Our reference, any
bank IN any city. Enclose Self-addressed
stamped envelope Manufacturers, Third
iElOPFs 81 DPp1p9n ST. Chicago.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-12-04

Lord Roberts has handed over to Lord
Kitchener the command of the British
troops in South Africa.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-12-04

Dr.. Hugh Nelson Leavell. of louisville.
KY and Miss Hattie Rodman, of the
same place, were married in that city on
Wednesday. DR. Leavell was former
resident of Jefferson county.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-12-04
Items of Interest.

A case of smallpox has been discovered
in Piedmont.
There has been one death from the
smallpox at Clarksburg.
Mr.. w. F, Grubb and Miss Nora Ever
hart. both of Loudoun county, Virginia,
were married in this place Tuesday.
Mr.. W, l.. Erwin, it is said, will con-
test with Mr. r Grove, the present in
cumbent, for the Harpers Perry postmas-
tership.
Mrs. Elizabeth Hoffmaster. wife Of
George Hofmaster, died at her home
n4qr shepherdstown Nov. IS, aged about
10 years.
Miss Mary Louisa Zeigler, aged 20
years, and Mr. Charles B Miller. aged 40
years, died in Martinsburg Sunday of IT,
phOid fever and Mrs Robt n Stewart
died yesterday of the same disease.
Miss A,V. Wilson, of this place, secre-
tary of the Woman's Foreign Missionary
Society of the Baltimore Conference. n.
E. Church South. delivered an address
IN the Braddock street Church. Winches-
ter, Sunday night. Miss Laura Strider
read twelve reasons why the meetings
of the women's Foreign Missionary So
ciety should be attended.
Rev. a. C. Hopkins, d. D.. pastor of
the Presbyterian church in Charles Town,
is preaching each night this week in the
PRESBYTERIAN church ~, tI,;. o,e n
Hopkins is one of the ablest preachers in
the Virginia Synod and is generally be-
loved blythe Presbyterian people through
the State and especially in the Valley
He was chaplain in TIE famous Stone
wall brigade during the Civil war and aft
ter the war was pastor of this church for
a while and left here to go to Charles
Town. Those who hear him Will hear
a powerful and logical exposition of the
Holy Scripture. fredericksburg Statesman.
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FANN1E D. MAcFARLANp - ornrrs.
For Rent.

Blacksmith shop aud vagon-raker shop n
MyerstoWn. Good stand aud we esfab-
lished trad Apply TO
Mrs. ANNIE B. PERKS.
New 2O-1m. AyerstowD, ". Va.