'^^o* .0 »^''«> o %.^ c-' .-^^r^ ^... ^'i'^ / 7'' ^<,^' ■ summer twilight. Gazing upon the scene which the day (7) 1 I/' ■' 1/ 9 discloses here it is hard to believe that scarcely a century and a half ago all that city was a howling wilderness with no habitation of civilized being, save one, to break the monotony of the river's wild border; but so it was, and there in that little enclosure plainly visible on your left as you leave the eastern shore to cross the bridge lies buried the builder and owner of that habitation, John Harris, the pioneer settler of this region. Though enclosed with iron fence, no stately monument marks his grave, and no token, save only the broken, decayed, and tottering trunk of a once noble tree that was bearing blossoms when Penn landed, and is j^reserved now only because it once served as the stake to which unfriendly Indians bound and would have burned save for timely aid, the living body of the brave settler who now slee^js at its base. The story is as familiar as a twice-told tale, we will not repeat it. Skirting the western shore, broken only by the entrance to the valley, where the bridge terminates, are the hills of " Mother Cumberland " dotted, in the olden time, by the wigwams of Indian villages, but green now with the promise of the valley harvest. Nestling at the base of these hills, to the right is the village of Fairview, and away to the left, just visible in the mist which marks the spot where the Susquehanna drinks up the waters of the Yellow Breeches are the S23ires of New Cumberland ; and between the city with its industries upon the one hand, and the countr}^ with its villages upon the other, sweeps in all its grandeur the noble Susquehanna from a rift in the Kitta- tinny mountains to the northward, onward through the mountains of the south to the Chesapeake. Bridgeport. 1 mile from Harrisburg ; 105 from Philadelphia. Western terminus of the bridge ; consists of five or six dwellings, a warehouse, and railroad enginehouse. At this point the Northern Central Railway from Baltimore, 10 Md., to Canandaigua, N. Y. intersects the Cumberland Val- ley Railroad. Fort Washington, built for the protection of Harrisburg during the late war, lies on the height west of Bridgeport. The railroad has a double track from this point to Mechanicsburg. Whitehill. 3 miles from Harrisburg ; 107 from Philadelphia. Post village in East Pennsboro ; named after Hon. Rob- ert Whitehill, who purchased the land from the Proprieta- ries in 1770. It is a part of the ancient manor of Louther and is a village of ten or twelve dwellings and a ware- house. Shiremanstown. 5 miles from Harrisburg- ; 109 from Philadelphia. A POST village, partly in Hampden and partly in Allen townships ; settled in 1813 ; named after Daniel Shireman. [t is now one of the neatest little villages in the valley in one of the coolest and most healthy spots, within twenty minutes ride of Harrisburg. Just the place for a business man in the city to rest with his family. Population between 400 and 500. Mechanicsburg. 8 miles from Harrisburg ; 112 from Philadelphia. The first town of the valley on the line of the railroad ; incorporated as a borough, April 12th, 1828. The advantages of this town as a summer resting place are many. Less than half an hour's ride by rail from Harrisburg it is still far enough removed from the river to be entirely free of malarial influences. The town, which contains upwards of 3000 inhabitants, is noted for its culture and refinement, and the country around, which is accessible by well im- proved roads, is densely settled b}^ a wealthy and industrious 11 population. Gas and water companies supply the town with those necessary elements of comfort and convenience. Besides its common school system, Mechanicsburg has the advantage of two private institutions of learning, " The Cumberland Valley Institute" and "Irving Female Col- lege " ; the last mentioned is a handsome and commodious building situated in the eastern end of the town in the midst of grounds beautifully laid out and thickly shaded by tall trees. Mechanicsburg has seven churches and five hotels. DiLLSBURG Junction. 9 miles from Harrisburg; 113 from Philadelphia. At this point the Cumberland Valley Railroad connects with the branch leading to Dillsburg and William's Grove, the famous picnic grounds, a description of which is given elsewhere. Kingston. 12 miles from Harrisburg ; 116 from Philadelphia. A PRETTY little village in Silver Spring township, origin- ally settled by Joseph Junkin, a Revolutionary soldier, but laid out by John King, after whom it is named, nearly sixty years ago. It is not only a pretty, but an exceedingly healthy spot, well sup23lied with water which is conducted in pipes from a never-failing spring. Middlesex Station. 14 miles from Harrisburg ; 118 from Philadelphia. This station derives its name from the village of the same name picturesquely situated about a mile from railroad, at the confluence of Le Tort Springs with the Conodogwinit Creek in North Middleton Township. Middlesex was a point on the first " Indian track " to go westward in ancient times. 12 The Conodogwinit was crossed at this point and the track then ran by way of Sterrett's Gap, Concord, Burnt Cabins, &c., to the west of the Alleghenies. It was at Middlesex that Henry Dunning, an artificer of the Revolution, manufac- tured the first wrought cannon used in America. South Mountain Junction. 18 miles from Harrisburg; 122 from Philadelphia. Here, within the borough limits of Carlisle, the Cum- berland Valley Railroad connects with the South Mountain Railroad leading to Mt. Holly Springs and Pine Grove Park, descriptions of which are elsewhere given. Carlisle. 19 miles from Harrisburg; 123 from Philadelphia. The history of no town in America is more worthy of ex- tended mention than that of Carlisle. From the earliest times this place has been prominent. It has figured in all the eras of Pennsylvania's history, from the hour when the- first hardy pioneer of civilization placed his foot upon its soil, to the present time. Romantic tales of border life, and thrilling adventure with the Indians, spring into life at mention of its name. Some of the most interesting episodes of the Revolutionary period were enacted within its borders, and it was the home of many who won for themselves fame in that early struggle for our liberties, and who now rest after their faithful labors in the hallowed precints of its ancient burial ground. Ej^hraim Blaine, John Armstrong, William Hendricks, George Stevenson, William Thompson, William Irvine, Robert Magaw, Frederick Watts, James McLean, and John Bannister Gibson, are a few of that bright galaxy of heroes and statesmen whose names — for their military and civil services — will live in equal honor with the name of their birth-place or domicile through all time. 13 Carlisle is the county-seat of Cumberland county, and is called after the English town of the same name. It was founded in 1751 by the Proprietaries, who reserved for themselves desirable lands within its limits. It is hand- somely laid out, the principal streets crossing each other at right angles. The square in the centre of the town, through which the railroad passes, is noticeable for the two ancient churches erected on the plots to the right, and the court house and market house to the left. One of these churches, the stone one with a tower, on the right of the railroad, the Presbyterian, has a history which antedates the THE OLD PKESBYTERIAN CHUKCH. revolution. Dickinson College, named in honor of John Dickinson, President of the Supreme Executive Council of Pennsylvania, is situated in the western part of the town, also in view of the railroad. This ancient institution was incorporated by the legislature in 1783, and numbers many noted names amongst its alumni. A little to the east of the town, opposite South Mountain Junction, is the site of the extensive barracks erected, during the Revolu- tionary war b}^ the labor of the Hessian prisoners captured at the battle of Trenton in 1776, for the accommodation of troops and the preservation of i^ublic stores. The original 15 barracks buildings were almost totally destroyed by Con- federate troops in 1863, but the guard house and the walls of some of the buildings yet remain, specimens of the handi- work of the Hessian prisoners. The barracks having been rebuilt are now transformed into a Government Indian school, under the charge of C'apt. R. H. Pratt, where young Indians, numbering over two hundred, are taught the arts of peace upon the very spot where their savage ancestors once figured in scenes of blood and carnage. The school is a Government experiment, which seems likely to prove suc- cessful. A visit to the place is full of interest. In the late war Carlisle had also a part to play. The town was visited and occupied by a portion of Gen. Lee's army, on the eve of the battle of Gettysburg, under the command of Gens. Ewcll and Jenkins. In departing from the town the Confederates became engaged in a skirmish with the Fed- eral troops and the militia, who were approaching the place, during tlie prevalence of which a considerable number of shells and other warlike missiles were thrown into the town by the Confederates, which luckily did but little injury to property, though one Federal soldier was killed and fifteen wounded. Vestiges of this little affray are still pointed out to the stranger passing through Carlisle. A number of houses show marks of shells which are plainly visible from the railroad. There are a number of natural curiosities near Carlisle. North of the town is Hogshead Spring, in a conical excava- tion nearly sixt}' feet in circumference. Some distance below the summit is an arched opening into a passage. At the bottom of this cavity is a pool of delicious water, cool and refreshing though apparently stagnant, for there are no visible means by wliich the basin receives or discharges it. On the banks of the Conodogwinit, about a mile and a half from town, there is a somewhat noted cave. The entrance is by a semi-circular archway seven or more feet in height. So true and finished is the curve of this portal that the spectator is induced to believe that it has been 16 perfected by art. The cavern is worth a visit, and, although dark and damp, will repay an examination by torch-light. Tradition has it that the Indians formerly made this place a deposit for their spoils and an asylum in seasons of danger. The population of Carlisle is about G700. Greason and Kerrsville are flag-stations between Car- lisle and Newville. Each is the nucleus of a future village, being at present prominent grain and produce depots. Newville. 30 miles from Harrisbnrg; 134 from Philadelphia, ( 9 miles by stage to Doubling Gap Springs. ) A HEALTHFUL and thriving town half a mile from the rail- road station. Newville is deservedly a popular place of re- sort in the summer. It was incorporated February 26th, 1817. Through its borders flows the " Big Spring," a stream noted for its fine trout, which yearly attract thither merry disciples of Walton from all parts of the country. Within nine miles of Newville are the famous Doubling Gap Springs, with their healing waters, situated in the bosom of mountains, the weird surroundings and wild beauties of which gives zest to the legend which clings to them of that " Sandy Flash" of the Cumberland Valley, the once famous highwayman Lewis. From the })lains this place appears high in the mountain, but when we get there we seem in a valley. There is a steep mountain before us, a steep moun- tain behind us, and at the head of the gap is another moun- tain. There is only one apjDroach to the level fields below ; all else is precipitous, steep, and in many places inaccessi- ble. There are various points which may be visited herea- bout. A grand view of the entire Cumberland Valley lies before the gazer from " Flat Rock" near the peak. For variety, beauty and picturesque effect the landscape can scarcely be exceeded by any in the country. At the Springs, which are white sulphur and chalybeate, a hotel is erected, 17 where visitors are accommodated through the summer at reasonable rates. All the conveniences of a well-regulated summer resort are at hand. Big Spring Hotel, at Newville station, is also thrown open to boarders during the summer, and is headquarters for the sportsmen who come to enjoy the fishing. Newville has about 1000 inhabitants. Oakville and Camp-Ground. 34 miles from Harrisburg ; 138 from Philadelphia. The little village of Oakville has of late days come into prominence, from the fact that it is the point nearest the commodious grounds of the " Carlisle District Camp Meet- ing Association" of the Methodist Episcopal Church, which lie adjacent to it. These grounds, which, with their build- ings, are well arranged for the purpose, besides the religious use for which they are set apart, are frequently the objective point of pic-nic and other similar gatherings from all sec- tions of the valley Shippensburg. 41 miles from Harrisburg ; 145 from Philadelphia. The oldest town in the Cumberland Valley is Shippens- burg. The incidents in its early history are replete with thrilling interest. During the French and Indian wars two forts were erected here. Fort Morris, in 1755, and Fort Franklin, in 1756. In 1755 it was the magazine for the stores of Braddock's army, being a principal point and place of rendezvous upon the old pack-horse line and later wagon route that led bjj the " Three-Mountain-Road " to Fort Pitt and the West. Shippensburg was the first seat of justice of Cumberland county, but enjoyed this honor for a short period only, the courts being removed to Carlisle at an early date. The settlement was incorporated into a borough in 1817 and still remains a place of prominence. 18 The enterprise of its inliabitants secured for it in 1871 the location there of the State Normal School of the seventh district. This is an imj^osing building situated upon an eminence at the eastern end of the town, and is one of the MOKMAL SCHOOL. principal attractions of the place. The town is surrounded by beautiful drives ; roads leading from it in all directions to neighboring towns, and the mountains which are in close proximity to it on either hand. The population is about 3000. Scotland. 47 miles from Harrisburg; 151 from Philadelphia. This ancient settlement, formerly known as " Thompson's Mill," is situated in a delightful spot on the banks of the Gonococheague creek, which is here spanned by a railroad bridge. This bridge was destroyed by Confederate troops under General Jenkins in June, 1863. The temporary structure then erected has since given place to a substantial one of iron. Picnics find ample accommodations in the neighborhood of Scotland and the Gonococheague here is noted for its many fishing places. Scotland is the first sta- tion on the railroad in Franklin count3^ It contains two churches. Covenanters and United Brethren ; three stores, a grist and saw mill, and planing mill. It has a population of about 250. 20 Mont Alto Junction. 48 miles from Harrisburg ; 152 from Philadelphia. At this point the Cumberland Valley Railroad connects with the Mont Alto Railroad leading to Waynesboro and Mont Alto Park, of which mention is made elsewhere. Chambersburg. 52 miles from Harrisburg ; 156 from Philadelphia. Chambersburg, the seat of justice of Franklin county and the largest town in the valley, was founded in 1764, by Benjamin Chambers, whose name it bears. It was originally called Conococheague and Chambers' settlement. During the French and Indian wars of 1755, the Revolu- tion and intermediate wars, " Chambers' settlement " was a small frontier village, almost the outpost of civilization. A considerable trade was carried on with the most remote settlements on the Pittsburg road by means of pack horses, and, as a consequence the old town of Chambersburg grew rapidly in trade and in population. During the late war, Chambersburg was on several occasions visited by raiding parties from the Southern army, and its deliberate sacking and burning by the forces of McCausland on the 30th of July, 1864, is one of the darkest stains upon the pages of the record of the late Rebellion. General Lee's entire army passed through the town on his advance to the ill-fated field of Gettj'^sburg. The railroad crosses Market street along which the the greater portion of the Southern army marched. Several vestiges of the burning in 1864 are still visible in various parts of the town. The public buildings of Chambersburg are numerous and present an attractive appearence, as do its private residences which are nearly all new. The Court House is an im- posing structure ; the cupola contains a handsome clock with illuminated dials, and is surmounted with a statue of 21 Benjamin Franklin, after whom the county is named. The Chambersburg Academy buildings are situated on an eminence commanding a view of the surrounding country. The first charter of this school was obtained from the State, in 1797, and the institution has been in existence ever since. Wilson Female College is situated a short distance north of Chambersburg. It is one of the most promising institutions in the country. It was handsomely endowed by its founder, and is rapidly acquiring a reputation of which its friends may well be 2^1'oud. The buildings are commodious, well ventilated, and comfortable, while the ample grounds, which surround it, are laid out in artistic style. Besides a large woolen factory, which manufactures some of the finest goods in the country, Chambersburg boasts a straw-board mill, a paper-mill, the Falling Spring furnace and steam flour mills, numerous plannig, saw, and grist mills, and quite a number of other industries. The Cumberland Valley Railroad shops' and offices are at Chambersburg. The shops give employment to a consid- erable number of men. They were destroyed by the Con- federates in 1864, but have been rebuilt in substantial and enlarged form. The population of Chambersburg is about 6800. Marion (Station). 58 miles from Harrisburg; ir)2 from Philadelphia. This station takes its name from the little village near at hand, which was called after General Francis Marion, the " Swamp Fox of the Carolinas." The old town was settled as early as 1748, and was formerly known as " Smoketown." A new village is springing up at the station, which already rivals its parent in size. 22 South Penx Junction. 59 miles from Harrisburg ; 163 from Philadelphia. The Southern Pennsylvania Railroad, a branch, joins the main line here (mentioned elsewhere). Kauffman's. 60 miles from Harrisburg ; 164 from Philadelphia. Kauffman's X Roads, a flag station, is the point nearest the pic-nic grounds at " Brown's Mill," which, together with the ancient burying grounds of the Browns and their worthy line of ancestors and neighbors, lies in sight to the east of the road. Greencastle. 63 miles from Harrisburg; 167 from Philadelphia. This town, called after a fishing station in county Done- gal, province of Ulster, Ireland, was laid out by Col. John Allison in 1782. It is in the midst of a fertile and highly cultivated country, and possesses excellent school advantages. Its public buildings consist of a Town Hall, a large Public School, Presbyterian, Lutheran, Methodist, and German Reformed Churches. The inhabitants of this place and region around were exposed to the incursions of marauding Indians from 1755 to 1765. Near Greencastle, at the farm of Archibald Fleming in 1863, William Reels, the first Union soldier killed on Penns^dvania soil, fell in a skirmish with Confederate cavalry. The spot is in plain sight from the railroad just east of the town. Greencastle has about 1700 inhabitants. State Line (Mason and Dixon). 68 miles from Harrisburg ; 172 from Philadelphia. At this point the Cumberland Valley Railroad leaves Pennsylvania and crosses into Maryland, over the famous 23 line which divides the North from the South. This line, known as Mason and Dixon's, was surveyed in 1767, by Charles Mason and Jeremiah Dixon, two English astrono- mers. Hagerstown. 74 miles from Harrisburg ; 178 from Philadelphia. Passing Morgantown, a flag station, this the first town in Marjdand is reached. The main line of the Cumberland Valley Railroad for man}^ years terminated at . this place, which was formerly known as " Elizabethtown." Its his- tory dates back to the far past. It is ci[uite a railroad centre, the Cumberland Valley meeting here the Western Maryland Railroad, the Baltimore and Ohio, and the Shenandoah Valley. Hagerstown played no unimportant part in the late war. Its population is a little in excess of 6000. DILLSBURG BRANCH, C. Y. R. R. This branch which extends from a point on the main line one mile from Mechanicsburg, a distance of eight miles to Dillsburg, in York count}^, its terminus, was constructed in 1873 for the purpose of opening up the inexhaustible mines of hematite ore in this section. In the vicinity of Dillsburg there are large deposits of magnetic and other valuable iron ore which are thus opened up to the market. Williams' Grove. 13 miles from Harrisburg; 117 from Philadelphia. Ever since the opening of the Dillsburg branch, the pic- turesque country through which it passes has had consider- able attraction for the people of the neighboring towns and cities. The grounds around Williams' Mill have been par- ticularly popular. These grounds, generally known as 24 ' Williams' Grove, border on the banks of the Yellow Breeches creek, and have a bountiful supply of delicious water from a never-failing spring, while primeval trees provide plentiful shade. The creek furnishes amusements in the shape of boating and fishing, and the grounds are spacious enough to admit of the enjoyment of various out- door sports, the implements for which are usually on hand. The level lawn and a commodious dancing-floor supply the opportunity to those who desire to indulge in the art Terpsi- chorean. A large kitchen and dining tent are erected on the grounds, and a skilled caterer will be on hand to minis- ter to the wants of the inner man, whenever his services are required. This grove is known throughout Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Virginia as the point where the tri-state pic- nic of the patrons of husbandry, known as the " Granger's Picnic," is annually held. A feature of this picnic for the ensuing jear will be an exhibition of agricultural ma- chinery, implements, and products. It will commence Tuesday, August 30th, and close Saturday, September 3d. DiLLSBURG. 17 miles from Harrisburg; 121 from Philadelphia. DiLLSBURG, or Dillstown, as it was formerl}^ called, is in Carroll township, York county. It was incorporated April 9th, 1833. The various ore-banks in its vicinity make it a busy place. It is the southern terminus of the branch of the Cumberland Valley Railroad which leads to it. SOUTH MOUNTAIN RAILROAD. This railroad, which connects with the Cumberland Val- ley Railroad one mile east of Carlisle, was organized in 1868 for the purpose of utilizing more thoroughly the pro- ducts of Pine Grove furnace and the South Mountain. The 25 line of the road extends through one of the wildest sec- tions of the county, where nature has been lavish in the gift of beautiful scenery, rich deposits of ore, and springs of healing waters. Visitors to the Cumberland Valley should never fail to leave the main line at the South Mountain Junction, and take in the attractions of the Pine Grove region, descriptions of some of which follow. Mount Holly Springs. 24 miles from Harrisburg ; ]28 from Philadelphia. This beautiful town has been long noted as one of the most healthful and delightful summer resorts in Pennsylvania, and bears the recommendation of eminent physicians as a place free from dampness, which is the general objection to mountain resorts. Hygrometric records of the atmosphere taken by Dr. B. F. Gibbs, Medical Inspector U. S. N., Wash- ington, D. C, during the last fifteen days of August, 1880, from four daily observations, show for the locality a remarkably dry atmosphere as late as 11 P. M. Mount Holly is situated in a gap of the South mountain on the South Mountain Railroad, six miles from Carlisle, connections being made at South Mountain Junction with all through trains on the Cumber- land Valley Railroad. Any one wishing a quiet and restful retreat during the summer will find this place very desirable for its beautiful scenery, cool, invigorating air, and pure spring water. Excursion tickets are sold from stations on the Pennsylvania Railroad, Northern Central Railw^ay, and Baltimore and Potomac Railroad, as well as all along the line of the Cumberland Valley Railroad. Pine Grove Park. 34 miles from Harrisburg; 138 from Philadelphia. This popular picnic place has been for the past few years the favorite resort for excursionists from Harrisburg, Carlisle, and adjacent towns. It is delightfully situated in 26 a romantic valley of the 8outh mountains, the mountains rising directly in front of the Park, along the edge of which runs Mountain creek, adding very greatly to its beauty. The Park was visited, during 1879, bv 16.825 visitors and in 1880 by 21,450. ^lifj^n FAMILY PICNIC. Irams for the Park connect at South Mountain Junction with all the through trains on the Cumberland Valley Rail- road. Leaving Harrisburg one rides through the Cumber- land Valley eighteen miles to near Carlisle, and then 27 directly across the valley, entering the mountain at Mt. Holly springs ; thence up Mountain creek to the Park. Passengers are landed at their destination at once, not hav- ing to walk any distance. The Park is a pine and oak grove, making a dense shade, and contains al)out thirty acres of ground. The moun- tains are well wooded and filled with numerous paths for those who desire to ramble, and enable them to be the dis- coverers of many pretty nooks and surprising views. The cleared ground or park proper is for the greater part level, with hills rising in the back ground. Here there is erected a pavilion sixty feet long and thirty feet wide, to be used either for assemblies or dancing ; a public kitchen, at which excursionists on arrival find fires built and hot water ready, is near at hand, with ample table room, capable of seating- six hundred persons. There is also a log cabin erected for ladies toilet rooms, in which will be provided all the neces- sary accessories of the toilet, and a lady attendant in charge. For the amusement of the children there are swings, cro- quet, and ball grounds, and a handsome set of flying horses, with elephants, deer, and chariots. The lake which is pro- vided with boats covers about two acres and is not over two feet deep, making it perfectly safe for children. For the ac- commodation of ladies and gentlemen, there has been erected a building with two first-class ten-pin alleys. These nu- merous buildings will afford ample i:)rotection for all excur- sionists in case of rain. The water is supplied from three running fountains on the grounds, and is pure mountain spring water. The management would especially call attention to the fact that no charge is made either for the grounds or for the use of the above buildings, flying horses, swings, boats, or bowling alleys. For the accommodation of those not bringing provisions there has been erected a restaurant and dining room, with a seating capacity of one hundred and fifty ; this will be in charge of Mr. B. S. Wilder, of the Mansion House. 28 Carlisle, Pa. All prices will be moderate. No intoxicating drinks of any character are allowed to be sold, and there is no place within six miles where liquor can be obtained. The management, owning all lands within at least three miles of the Park, can effectually prevent its sale or the an- noyance of the visitors by outside parties. MONT ALTO RAILROAD. This road like the branches of the Cumberland Valley Railroad was built for the purpose of more perfectly utiliz- ing the mineral wealth of the section of country through which it passes. It was opened in 1872, and extends from a point on the Cumberland ^^alley Railroad, three miles east of Chambersburg to Mont Alto Park and furnaces, a distance of a little over ten miles, with a branch road lately con- structed to the town of Waynesboro, in the south-eastern section of the county. The scenery in the section through which this road passes surpasses any other in the valley, and Mont Alto and vicinity is now deservedly a most popular place of resort. The j)oints along the road are as follows : — Fayetteville. 55 miles from Harrisburg ; 159 from Philadelphia. Fayetteville is the first station on the Mont Alto Rail- road after leaving the junction, being also situated on the turnpike running from Chambersburg to Gettysburg. It is seven miles from the former, and eighteen miles from the latter j^lace. During the invasion of Pennsylvania by the Southern army in July, 1863, this town lay within the line of the Confederate communication with Richmond ; the mails being carried through it. On one occasion a Southern mail was captured by some of the citizens of Fayetteville. This act of temerity, so incensed a force of Confederate 29 cavalry near at hand, as to cause them to arrest a number of innocent citizens who experienced considerable difficulty in regaining their liberty. The place was formerly called " Milton Mills," but was changed to Fayetteville in honor of Marquis de LaFayette. The town contains five churches and two hotels. The population is between GOO and 700. Mont Alto Park. 58 miles from Harrisburg ; 162 from Philadelphia. Mont Alto is a post-office at the seat of Mont Alto Fur- nace and Park. The comfortable residence of Col. George B. Wiestling stands near the furnace buildings, and the homes of the miners and furnace men make quite a little village. The following description will give some idea of the beauties of Mont Alto Park, the famous summer retreat. This delightful resort has been fitted up by Colonel George B. Wiestling, superintendent of the Mont Alto Rail- road and Iron Works, and has become deservedly popular in the valley. Its beauties must be seen to be appreciated. The Park is about twelve miles from Chambersburg, Pa., and is reached by the Mont Alto Railway. The ride to the place is itself very fine, which is a great consideration to those who have a single day for recreation. It is not a pil- grimage through a desert to get water. Every step of the way may be enjoyed by those who have eyes to see the ever- varying glories of earth and sky. Beautiful as the Cum- berland Valley is at any point, the most picturesque parts are to be seen only upon a near approach to the mountains, and unless the route between Mercersburg and Richmond can dispute the claim, the Mont Alto road stands unrivaled for the fine scenery it presents. One-half of the way is by the side of a sylvan stream of marvelous beauty, and al- most all of the other half is in sight of white cliffs crested with dark rock pines that will remind a child of the places where the eagles build their nests, while all between the eye and the Blue Ridge outlined against the southern sky, •31 undulating- fields and luxurious woodlands, make up a scene that is simply enchanting. In passing through such a section of country on one of our delightful summer days, the common air seems charged with the life and inspiration of eternity. No care-worn man, or health-broken woman, or delicate child, can take the short journey without benefit. To get a comprehensive view of the region through which we pass, and indeed of the whole county of Franklin, one should upon his arrival at Mont Alto, go to "Oak Knob," where Colonel Wiestling has built an observatory. It is six hundred and forty feet above the Park, one thousand and four feet above Cliambersburg, and one thousand six hundred and twenty feet above high tide of the DeVaware river at Phila- delphia. This point is less than seven hundred yards from the fountain in the Park, and is accessible by a well marked and not very difficult path. The view from this lookout is really sublime. The Blue Ridge, twenty-five miles away, sweeps around like a vast ampitheatre and bounds the horizon. Green meadows, yellow, ripening grain, and pretty farm- houses diversify the valley, and dot the mountain side. The only drawback to this scene is that mind and heart are oppressed by a sense of its vastness. An idea of this may be gained by a comparison of particular objects in- cluded in it, with the whole. When Alexander the Great wished to build a monument for one of his generals, Staci- crates proposed to carve Mt. Athos into an image so large that a town might be built on one hand and a river flow out of the other. The feat was too wild to be attempted even by oriental extravagance. Had it been accomplished it would have presented a spectacle different and more gro- tesque, but not more grand and pleasing than some things seen from these mountain tops ; and one is reminded of the ambitious architect's design by noticing how man's work is dwarfed by nature. From " Oak Knob," villages and towns dwindle in the distance and look like mere specks in the wide-spread landscape — toys that might be hidden in the hand of Hephaestion. Chambersburg must be searched 32 for in the foliage, and large buildings look like white shells on a green bank. What floods of golden light are shed upon this vast expanse from time to time, those who have not seen the gorgeous sunsets of the region, can never imagine. But while the view from " Oak Knob" is very extended, it is only by going to the "Narrows" that we get an idea of the grandeur of the mountain in detail. This name has been given to a pass made through the solid rocks by some convulsion of nature in past ages — showing a mighty up- heaval before which the beholder stands after centuries long agone in awe and wonder. The pieces of rock are of fabu- lous proportions, and no one can estimate the force by which they were riven and strewn in wild confusion — there to lie in speechless testimony of that Almighty Power, which can smile at the lapse of time and the decay of empires. The wealth of verdure around these rocks is almost as wonderful as the rocks themselves. Dark pines and hem- locks, with ferns of tropical growth, deepen into cypress shades, or light up in the glimmering rays of the sun. At one place thin-l)ranched larches spread their boughs like a web of gossamef before the trees of deeper hue, and produce an effect that is wild and weird in the extreme. The rare beauties of this place have been partially exposed to view, and it promises to liecome as notable as any one scene at far-famed Watkins ; and what greater l^eauties there are in the deeper depths no one yet knows. For the fissure in the rocks forms a romantic glen, through which foaming water leaps and tumbles over moss-covered stones all the way down the ravine to the principal grounds Col. Wiest- ling has prepared for his town-sick guests. A path has been opened all- along this laughing brook up to the "Narrows," and the walk is so easy and so full of pleasing interest that a delicate lady will traverse it without weari- ness. But apart from this, the park and pleasure grounds at Mont Alto exceed anything we know of in the State. The 34 " Park" proper i.s fitted up with all the appliances of a gym- nasium. And what is more pleasing still, there are delight- ful rambles by limpid streams to numerous springs, with rustic bridges and seats at every desirable point, so that no one need be weary or thirsty. The springs are almost without number. The Indian Spring, w^th its legend of the red man's adventures, and its more recent interest as being near the spot where Cook, one of John Brown's men, was arrested ; the Twin Springs, the Cold Spring, the Pearl of Park, whose water is as cold as ice, and whose name well describes its character, and many others that can not be named, all contribute to the wonder- ful beauty of the place, and to the comfort of the visitor. It is easy to see that the grounds at Mont Alto may be enlarged indefinitely. Already they are made up of so many charming little walks and sequestered spots, each hidden from the other, that no one can form an estimate of their extent. But with hundreds of people there at the same time, families and small companies may go off and find separate retreat, so no one need be annoyed by a crowd. This is what helps to make the place so desirable. It is now noted for the crowds of excursionists it draws from one end of the valley to the other. If from w^hat we have written an}^ one should go there expecting to find splendid mason-work, in the way of walls, terraces and pavements built of marble ; or to see statues of gods and heroes peeping out from among exotic plants, he will be disappointed, but he wall find many rural comforts and beauties such as city people would gladly attain to if they only could. After all, this is the place where the fabled nymphs and naiads loved to dwell, and if the " scream of the locomotive" has scared them away, pretty girls and dear little children will people their favorite haunts and more than supply their places. 35 QUINCY. This post town is situated in Quincy township on the road leading to Fayetteville. It is a German settlement, most likely an offshoot from York county. The township in which it is situated was settled as early as 1737. Nunnery. A COMMUNITY of German Seventh-day Baptists with their own peculiar religion and code of morals, the last lingering relic in Pennsylvania of the old society of Ephrata, which flourished in this State about the middle of the eighteenth century. The curiously inclined should pay this commu- nity a visit. Waynesboro. This town which was formerly called " Wallacetown " after its founder John Wallace, and subsequently Waynes- burg or Waynesboro in honor of General Wayne, the " Mad Anthony " of Revolutionary renown, is picturesquely situ- ated at the base of the South mountain in the midst of a regjon of country of great fertility. The land upon which the town stands was taken up from the Proprietaries in 1749. The first house was erected by Michael McCoskrey. The town is noted for its manufacturing establishments, chief among which are the Geiser Manufacturing Company, builders of agricultural machines; Liedy & Co., lumber manufacturers ; Frick & Co., steam engine and boiler works. The last-mentioned firm has just completed handsome and commodious buildings for the further accommodation of its business. There are eight churches and two hotels in the town. Its population is about 2000. Near Waynesboro is a remarkable cave, known as Needy's cave. Through it a subterranean stream courses its way. The interior of the cave is beautifully ornamented with innumerable crys- tal formations which sparkle profusely in the light of torch 36 or candle. Under several streets of the town also are a number of caves, access to which is had from the cellars of dwelling houses. SOUTH TEN^ BRANCH. This branch intersects the main line at a j^oint seven miles south of Chambersburg, This road was originally built in 1870 by the "Southern Pennsylvania Railroad and Iron Company," for the purpose of transporting more readily the products of the old Mount Pleasant furnace, the most ancient enterprise of the sort in the county, to market. It extends right into the heart of the Blue mountains to its terminus at Richmond, touching Mercersburg with a branch. The country through which it passes rivals the Mount Alto section in beauty. A description of the principal places along the line follows : — Mercersburg. 73 miles from Harrisburg; 177 from Philadelphia. This place originally called " Smith's Settlement " but subsequently Mercersburg, in honor of Gen. Hugh Mer- cer, was a very important point in early provincial times; the nucleus of a settlement in the year 1730. Being a trading point with the Indians it was not an un- common thing to see from fifty to one hundred pack horses there at one time loaded with merchandise, salt, iron and other commodities. The town now contains seven churches and two hotels. It was formerly the seat of Marshall College, which some years ago was removed to Lancaster and con- solidated with Franklin College. Mercersburg College took its place, but that institution also closed its doors last year. During the late war the Confederates paid hostile visits to Mercersburg in the forays of 1802, '63 and '64. The popu- lation of the town is 1500. 37 Loudon. 75 miles from Harrisburg; 179 from Philadelphia. One of the most beautifully situated towns in the valley, Loudon lies at the base and in the shadow of the mountain, watered with its clear streams and healthful with its cool breezes. It is a very old place. Near it stood one of the line of forts erected during the French and Indian war — old Fort Loudon — which played a part of no mean import- ance in the event transpiring between the years 1755 and 1776. It has three churches and one hotel, with a popula- tion of about 400. This is the native place of the late Thomas A. Scott. Richmond. 78 miles from Harrisburg ; 182 from Philadelphia. This is a little village of about 70 inhabitants, formerly known as the Mount Pleasant Iron Works, but now called Richmond in honor of Richmond L. Jones, the first presi- dent of the Southern Pennsylvania Railroad. A pure at- mosphere and beautiful scenery mark the point. Stonii: Bridge, Williamson, Rockdale, and Lehmaster's are flag stations between Chambersburg and Mercersburg. Dickey's, Trout Run and Ryder's between Mercersburg and Loudon. MARTINSBURG AND POTOMAC EXTENSION^. In the year 1873, the main line of the Cumberland Val- ley Railroad was extended to Martinsburg, West Virginia ; the new portion of the road being called the " Martinsburg and Potomac Extension." This line was important as being the connecting link between the Pennsylvania, the Cum- berland Valley, and the Baltimore and Ohio Railroads. 38 Falling Watees. 85 miles from Harrisburg ; 189 from Philadelphia. Passing Washington and Williamsport stations, the little village of Falling Waters is reached. It is a' post hamlet in Berkley county, West Virginia, on the Potomac river. The town has some importance in an historical point of view, being the scene of an engagement between portions of the Northern and Southern armies in 1863. Bedington. 88 miles from Harrisburg ; 192 from Philadelphia. This little village is six miles from Martinsburg, and is noted principally for the beautiful springs in its vicinity. ^ Berkley is a flag station between Bedington and Mar- tinsburg, four miles from the latter place. Martinsburg. 94 miles from Harrisburg ; 198 from Philadelphia. Martinsburg is an old-fa;shioned Virginia town. The land upon which it stands was taken up by Adam Stephens and the town laid out in 1778, and derives its name from' Col. T. B. Martin. Near it are traces of the road cut by Braddock's army on its fatal march westward. In its vicin- ity, also, within a few miles of each other, lived three offi- cers of the Revolution— Alexander Stephens, Horatio Gates and Charles Lee. The will of the last mentioned still re- mains of record in the clerk's office at Martinsburg. The town contains eleven churches, three banks, two female seminaries, four carriage factories, foundrv, distillery, and planing mill, and other business interests. The popula- tion of the place is about 6000. 39 SHENANDOAH VALLEY RAILROAD AND THE WONDERFUL CAVERNS OF LURAY. The Slienandoah ^^alley Railroad which now connects with the Cumberland A^alley Railroad at Hagerstown, Md., runs in a south-A\^est direction, and entering the far-famed Shenandoah valley, has its present terminus at Waynes- boro. Points of interest present themselves upon every hand along its line, brief descriptions of a few of which are here given : — Five miles south of Hagerstown is the College of St James conducted under the auspices of the P. E. Church of the Diocese of Maryland, the main building of which was the old manor house of Gen. Sam Ringgold. Close by is the famous battle field of Antietam, the road running through that portion of the field which was occu- pied by tlie left wing of the Confederate forces commanded by " Stonewall " Jackson, where the hardest fighting occur- red. In near proximity is Sharpsburg, with the " National Cemetery of Federal Dead," where rest the remains of 15,000 Northern soldiers, who fell on the bloody field of Antietam. Crossing the Potomac river opposite Shepherdstown, about one mile down the river, the Potomac mills can be seen where two days after the battle of Antietam, " Stonewall " Jackson and Fitz-John Porter's corps had an encounter on the cliffs. A few miles below the mills is the ford where General Lee crossed his army after the battle of Antietam, and subsequently where he marched it northward for the invasion of Pennsylvania. Shepherdstown, on the right bank of the Potomac river, is the oldest town in West A^irginia, having been settled in 1734. 40 In the vicinity are numerous springs, one of which lias long been known for its curative qualities. It was here that the first successful trial was made in steam navigation. Here it was that James Ramsey publicly dem- onstrated, on December 6th, 1786, that a boat could be pro- pelled by steam against the current of the river at the rate of four miles per hour. General Washington was one of his passengers. Leaving Shepherdstown we pass by the ruins of two his- toric houses—" Bradford," the residence of the late Edmund I. Lee, a grandson of Richard Henry Lee, of Revolutionary fame, and " Fountain Rock," the former home of Alexander R. Boteler, a great-grandson of Charles Wilson Peale, the patriot artist of the Revolution. The next point of interest is Charlestown, the county-seat of Jefferson. It is noted as the place where John Brown was tried and executed. It is named from the Christian name of its first proprietor. Colonel Charles Washington, a brothe. of the General. The ruins of " Harewood," the residence of Samuel Washington, another brother of the General, are one of the points of interest. Braddock's army passed through the place, and a well dug by the men is still in existence. In the neighborhood is the ruin of an old Episcopal church, built in the reign of George the Second ; also a cave, where tradition has it Washington and others of the Masonic fraternity held their meetings. Clarke county, of which Berryville is the county-seat, is full of historic houses. Here, for instance, is " Green way Court," where for more than thirty years lived Thomas Lord FairfLix, Baron of Cameron, colonial proprietor of that princely domain of more than five thousand acres between the Rappahannock and Potomac rivers. Not far from the old chapel is " Saratoga," the residence which General Daniel Morgan built for himself, compelling the Hessian prisoners he had captured at the surrender of Burgoyne to assist in its erection. r 41 Between Liiray and Shenandoah Iron Works is the cele- brated Massanutton spring where thousands of people go annually to test its curative powers. There is also another spring in the neighborhood which is visited by those troubled with malarial diseases. The well-known Weyer's Cave, near Port Republic, is within three hundred yards of the Shenandoah Valley Railroad, and is a source of attraction to visitors to the Sul- phur springs of Virginia, on the line of the Chesapeake and Ohio Raihvay. At Luray and within half a mile of the Shenandoah Val- ley Railroad are the recently discovered but already cele- brated caverns of Luray, which have been described as follows in brief. Luray Cave. This wonderful curiosity was discovered not by chance, but as the result of a long search, by Mr. B. P. Stebbins, formerly of Easton, Md., and some friends, who thought it likely, from surface indications, that there were caves in the neighborhood, and set to work to find them. They did a great deal of fruitless digging, and were duly ridiculed ; but in 1878 they were rewarded by finding an entrance to what is claimed to be " the most beautiful cave in the world." The tract of land beneath which it lies was bought by the discoverers of the cave, but is now the property of the railroad company, and considerable money has been ex- pended in fitting it up with walks, stairways, &c., for the use of visitors. The entrance is from a small house, w^here vis- itors rest before and after entering the cave. The party is led by the guide down what might be the cellar stairs, only that in this case they descend probal^ly forty feet, and are lined with massive masonry to support the roof at the en- trance. Passing under a low natural archway, the entrance hall is reached, a great cavern, beautifully decorated by THE CATHEDRAL. 43 nature with weird stalactites, stalagmites, and other forma- tions. Arrangements are about completed for lighting the cave with electric lamps, and of supplying the guides with mag- nesium lamps. From the entrance hall, which seems to the visitor the perfection of cave scenery, various passage-ways lead to other apartments, chasms, and great halls, as much supe- rior in size and grandeur to the entrance as that surpasses anticipations. No pen can describe the wonders of this cavern, which is i)robably two or three miles in length of its passage-ways, and descends in the ball room to a depth of two hundred and sixt}' feet from the surface. It is in a limestone region, of course, and tlie stalactites and stalagmites formed l)y tlie crystallization of lime and magnesia, carried down to it in the water that drips from the roof, seem to meet here all the conditions necessary to their perfect development in an infinite variety of form. There is not merely the ordinary stalactite like an icicle, and its companion stalagimite built upward from the floor, but some of these have grown in the Luray cave to enor- mous size. There are cave crystals and cave pearls, stone cascades formed b}^ the trickling of the lime-bearing water over inclined planes, horizontal stone growths, and branches or twigs and blankets made by the flattening out of stalactites and stalagmites. These are frequently recurved and present much of the appearance of a folded blanket suspended from the roof. The newly-formed stalactites are pure white ; the older growths are colored in various shades by the iron or other minerals they contain. Some of the blankets men- tioned above are very curious in this respect. "While they are being formed the iron will be carried down to them for a time ; then nothing but lime and magnesia ; then more iron or some other mineral, the result being that the blanket will be given a border regularly striped in colors. When lights are placed behind the transjjarent stalactites the effect 44 is very beautiful, the iron showing bands of red or reddish brown in contrast with the milk-white lime. At every turning new creations of nature's fancy meet the eye, and a lively imagination can transform these queer formations into sculptured images of all kinds, and so we have a succession of more or less suggestive names given to them by visitors. THE FISH MAKK.KT. Luray contains many beautiful springs, lined with crys- tals and filled to the brim with water so transparent that its presence is only made apparent to the eye by light reflected from its surface. The atmosphere of the cave appears to be entirely pure, and, though somewhat damp, the visitor who has thick shoes can wander about in every part without in- convenience. A good deal of money has been expended in 45 fitting up walks and stairways and in digging out passage ways, so as to give head room. The main apartments can all be reached while walking upright or simply stooping under a fallen column, but there are vast caverns yet unex- plored, to which the adventurous tourist can only go on hands and knees. Although smaller than the Mammoth Cave, Luray is pronounced by men who have seen both more interestino- and beautiful." THE VIRGIN FONT. No extended description of the different points of interest in this cavern can here be attempted, and no description that can be written will give to the uninitiated anything like a true conception of this wonderful work of nature. It must be seen to be appreciated. Among the objects of in- terest are the Grand Entrance, Washington's Pillar, Steb- bins' Avenue, Flower Garden, Amphitheatre, Muddy Lake, 46 Natural Bridge, Fish Market, Pluto's Chasm, Proserpine's Pillar, Crystal Spring, Skeleton Gorge, Imperial Spring, Brand's Cascade, Oberon's Grotto, Titania's A^eil, Cinderella, Scale Column, Fallen Column, Saracen's Tent, Frozen Foun- tain, Diana's Bath, Angel's Wing, Cathedral and Organ, Tower of Babel, Entrance to Giant's Hall, Indian Squaw, Sultana Column, Giant's Hall, Double Column, Ball Room, Empress Column, the Lost Blanket, Campbell's Hall, the Sentinel and Spectre, the A'^egetable Garden, Elfin Ramble, Mirror Lake, the Balcony, Crystal Spring, Snow Bank, Throne Room, Chanticleer, Tomb of the Martyrs, Idol and Cascade Springs, Chapman's Lake, Twin Lakes, The Lady of the Lake, the Ladies' Toilet Stand, Comet Column, Eagle's Wing, the Riding Whip, Cemetery, Bird's Nest, Bridal Chamber, Wet Blanket, Virgin Font, Grand Gulch, Katie's Secret, the Chimes, and the Mermaid. From the foregoing description in brief of the rural retreats, summer resorts, picnic parks and pleasure places of the beautiful Cumberland Valley, a general idea may be derived of the unprecedented advantages offered by the Cumberland A^alley Railroad to excursionists and those de- siring a brief residence in the country during the summer. Every advantage of rapid transit in comfortable cars by frequent trains, with cheap rates (represented in excursion, w^eekly, monthly, and round-trip tickets), is offered by the Railroad Company, whilst the healthy climate and beauti- ful scenery of the country, the culture, social and religious privileges of the towns, and their unrivaled hotel facilities, render the Valley pre-eminent in its attractions. This is evidenced by the fact that scarcely a day during the sum- mer passes without its picnic or excursion parties to one or the other, or all of the noted places of resort in this section. 47 SCHEDULE OF RATES A^D TRAINS, HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS, ETC. Rates of Fare. The regular rate of local fare between stations on tlio Cumberland Valley Railroad is 3 cents per mile. The usual form of mileage and commutation tickets good for individuals, families, and firms, are sold at Harrisburg and all principal stations, at greatly reduced rates. Monthly tickets good for 54 trips during a calendar month between Harrisburg and the stations named below, will be sold during the summer at the following rates, viz : — Harrisburg to White Hill, , " " Shiremanstown, " " Mechanicsburg, " Williams' Mill, " Dillsburg, . " Kingston, . " Middlesex, . " Carlisle, For information in regard to special rates for excursion parties, &c., apply to A. H. McCulloh, General Ticket Agent, Chambersburg, James Clark, General Agent, Harrisburg, or to the ticket agents at the different stations. $3 00 4 00 5 00 7 00 8 00 6 35 7 25 8 00 Cumberland Valley Railroad and Connecting Lines. SQJXTWS.'WJk^Ji. Leave NEW YORK, P. R. R PHILADKLPHIA, P. R. R AiTiveHAKHISBrR(J,^ " Leave PITTSBUKU, P. R. R , " ALTOONA, " HARRISBURG, " Arrive Leave Arrive 8.25 p m. 11.55 " 4.00 a.m. 8.25 p.m. 12.30 a.m. 3..55 " 4.25 9.00 12.01 p.m. 8..55 a.m, 12.10 p.m. 3.45 " HARRISHITRG, C. V. R. R... CARLISLE CHAMBERSBURG HA(;ERST()WN MARTINSBURG 4.15 a.m. 5.04 " 6.15 " 7.10 " 7.15 a.m. 8.10 " 9.25 " 10.30 " 11.50 " Leave HAGKIiSTOWN, S. V. R. R [ 7.30 a.m. 11.00 a.m Arrive CHARLKSTOWN, W. VA '8.28 " 11.51 " " LURAV, Vii I 10.45 " ! 1.45 p.m. " WAYNESBORO', VA 1.20 p.ra 4 05 " WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS..! 6.50 " I 8.00 " 4.20 8.25 12.01 12 30 1.25 2.40 3.36 5.15 p.m. 3.55 ] 5.03 7.25 10.15 8.'25 a.m, 11..55 " .3.1.5 p^ra.^ 4.10 p.m. 5.05 " 6.23 " 7.30 " 8.40 " 3.15 p.m. 5.30 " 8.40 " 7.2(ra.iir. 2.35 p.m. 7.30_" _ 8.45 p:m. 9.40 " 10..55 " 48 xroRiTBcw/kXin. Leave WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS WAYNESBORO, VA, LURAY, VA CHARLESTOWN, W. VA A rri ve HA G ERSTO WN^. Leave 'MAKTINSBrUG, W. VA " ha(;ki:st()WN, md Arrive Leave Arrive Leave Arrive CHAM Bi:i!SBURG, PA CARLISLE HARRISBURG^^^^..^^.^ HARRISBURG, P. R. R... PHILADELPHIA NEW YOltK HARRISBURG 8.00 a.in, ALTOONA 1.55 p.m PITTSBURG 8 50 " J'ZITjTjMAN sleeping cars run through hctween New York, Pliiladelphia, and White Sulphur Springs on the train leaving New York at 8.25 P. M., Philadelphia at 11.55 P. M., returning on the train leaving Wliite Sulphur Springs at 9.00 P. M. Cumberland Valley Railroad and Branches, IN EFFECT JUNE 7th, 1881. UP TRAINS.— Harrisburg- to Martinsbvirg. STATIONS. N. Y. Express A. M. 4.15 Accoin. Train. Mail Train. Philad'a Express Carlisle Accom. Har'g Express Leave HARRISRURG 1 5 8 12 14 18 19 24 25 30 34 41 47 48 52 52 58 ' 63 6< 74 74 81 85 88 94 j A. M. 7.15 7.25 7.30 7.35 7.44 7.53 7.58 8.05 8.10 8.21 8.25 8.35 8.43 8.57 9.10 915 9.25 9.30 9.45 10.00 10.15 10 30 11.03 11^.19 11.30 11.36 11.50 A. M. p. M. 12.30 12.40 12.44 12 50 12.59 1.08 1.13 1.20 1.25 1.39 1.4i 1.53 2.02 2.16 2.29 p. M. 4.10 4.20 4.25 4.31 4 39 4.48 4.53 5.00 5.05 5.17 5.21 5.31 5.40 5.57 6.10 6.15 6.23 6.30 6.45 7.00 • 7.13 7.30 7..55 8.10 8.21 8.27 8.40 P. M. p. M. 6.15 6.24 6.28 6.34 6.42 6.51 6.57 7.05 7.10 p. M. 845 BlilDGEPORT 8 55 u WHITE HII>L 9 00 n SHIKICMANSTOWN 9 05 u MECII VNK'SBURG 4.40 u lvINc;ST()X 9 ''3 <1 MIDDLESEX SOUTH MT. JUNCT CARLfSLE GREASON KERRSVILLE 9 28 u 9 35 JJ 5.04 ••5.27- 940 9 53 a 9 56 ,; NEWVILLE OAKVILLE SHIPPENSBURG SCOTLAND MONT ALTO .lUNCT ;;;;;; 10.06 1015 a 5.51 10.30 u 1044 It ;CIIAMBKi:SBUB(i CHAMBEIiSBURG MARION GREENCASTLE STATE LINE 3 HA( ;i;rst( )WN 6.15 6.18 6.31 6.43 6.56 7.10 2.40 2.45 2.58 3.10 3.23 3.36 3.40 4.15 4.35 4.48 5.15 P. M. 10.55 Leave 11 '1 Arrivi Leave HA(;i:];sT()WN WILI>1AMS1'()RT STAT'N.. FALLINC; WATERS BEDINGTON 3MARTINSBURG A. M. " " Arriv p. M. P. M. jBS^ Through Coach on New York Express from Harrisburg to Waynesboro', Va., and on Mail Train from Philadelphia to Waynesboro', Va. 49 DOWN TRAINS. — Martinsburg to Harrisburg. STATIONS, i Har'g Express Carlisle Accom. Mail Train. Phil'a Express N. Y. Express Night Express Leave MARTINSBURG 1 6 9 13 20 20 26 31 36 42 42 46 47 53 59 64 69 70 75 76 80 82 86 89 91 93 94 A. M. A. M. A. M. 7.10 7.24 7.30 7.40 7.55 8.00 8.17 8.32 8.45 9.00 9.05 9.15 9.19 9.35 9.50 10.00 10.10 10.14 10.30 10.35 10.43 10.49 11.00 11.09 11.15 11.20 11.30 A. M. A. M. 10.15 10.40 10.52 11.19 11.55 12.10 12.25 12.38 12.50 1.02 1.05 ■—--■■ 1.29 1.43 1.55 2.05 2.09 2.25 2.30 2.37 2.42 2.51 3.00 3.05 3.10 3.20 P. M. p. M. 3.40 3.54 4.00 4.15 4.32 4.40 5.54 5.06 5.18 5.30 5.33 5.40 5.44 5.57 6.11 6.20 6.30 6.»4 6.45 6.50 6.57 7.02 7.10 7.19 7.25 7.30 7.40 p. M. P. M. " BEDINGTON " FALLING WATERS " WILLIAMSPORT STAT'N. Arrive HAGERSTOWN Leave HAGERSTOWN 10.05 " STATE LINE 10.20 " GREENCASTLE 10.33 " MARION 10.45 Arrive CHAMBICRSBURG 11.00 Leave CHAMBERSBURG 4.35 11.05 " MONT ALTO JUNCT " SCOTLAND 4.46 5.00 5.15 5.27 5.37 5.41 5.54 5.59 6.06 6.11 6.20 6.27 6.32 636 6.45 A. M. 11.16 " SHIPPENSBURG 11.30 " OAKVILLE 11.45 " NEWVILLE 11.55 " KERRSVILLE 12.05 " GREASON 12.09 " CARLISLE 8.00 8.05 8.12 8.17 8.26 8.34 8.40 8.45 8.55 A. M. 12.25 " SOUTH MT. JUNCT 12.30 " MIDDLESEX 12.37 " KINGSTON 12.42 " MECHANICSBURG 12.51 " SHIREMANSTOWN 1.00 " WHITE HILL 1.05 " BRIDGEPORT 1.10 Arrive HARRISBURG 1.20 A. M. • Through Coach on Harrisburg Express from Chambersburg to Philadelphia, and on Mail Train from Waynesboro', Va., to Philadelphia. Also, on New York Express from Waynesboro', Va., to Philadelphia. C. V. R. R.-DILLSBURG BRANCH. Mail Train. Accom. Train. .2 STATIONS. _2 Accom. Train. Mail Train. p. M. 4.10 4 31 A.M. 7.15 8.15 8.23 8.45 8.50 9.00 A. M. 8 9 13 14 17 Lv. Arr. . . HARRISBURG 17 9 8 4 3 A. M. 6.45 6.15 A. M. 11.30 MECHANICSBURG 10.50 DILLSIUIKJ .TUNC 5 05 WILLIAMS' (iUOVE 5.45 5.40 5.30 A. M. 10.15 5 10 . .H. & P. .TUNCTION 10.12 5 25 DILLSBURG 10.00 P. M. Arr. Lv. A. M. C. V. R. R.— SOUTH PENN BRANCH. Mixed Train. Mail Train. i STATIONS. 0) 1 Mail Train. Mixed Train. A. M. 4 15 p. M. 12.30 5.00 5.20 4.40 5.06 5.41 5.50 6.00 6.22 6.30 P. M. 52 58 Lv. Arr. HARRISBURG 78 26 20 A. M. 11.30 9.00 8.35 8.00 8.32 8.13 8.03 7.50 7.28 7.20 A. M. p. M. 7.40 8.00 8.45 8 00 CHAMBERSBURG 5.30 .'.. MARIf)N 5.18 HAGEKSTOWN. 7.30 8.32 9.20 9.35 10 00 . GREENCASTLE 5.06 65 69 73 75 78 Arr WILLIAMSON Lv. LEHMASTKR'S .... MER( ICUSIUTIG 13 9 10 3 4 33 4.13 3.50 10 50 LOUDON 3.05 11.05 A.M. Arr RICHMOND Lv. 2.50 P. M. 50 SOUTH MOUNTAIN RAILROAD. No. 6 No. 4 No. 2 Mixed. Pass. Pass. P.M. p. M. A. M. 4.10 12.30 7.15 5.00 1.30 8.05 5.50 1.56 8.31 6.50 2.30 9.00 P.M. P. M. A. M. STATIONS. Lv. Arr. HARRISBURG .SOUTH MOUNTAIN JUNG .MOUNT HOLLY SPRINGS ....PINE GROVE PARK Arr. Ly. No.l No. 3 No. 5 Mixed. Pass. Pass. A. M. p. M. P. M. 11.30 3.20 7.40 10.30 1.20 6.50 9.45 12.50 6.25 8.30 12.10 5.50 A. M. P. M. P. M. MONT ALTO RAILROAD. No. 4 Mail. p. M. 4.10 6.30 6.39 7.10 7.45 P. M. No. 2 Accom. A. M. 7.15 9.05 9.18 9.50 10.30 A. M. STATIONS. Lv. Arr. HARRISBURG CHAMRERSBURG .MONT ALTO .TUNCTION.. MONT ALTO PARK WAYNESBORO' Arr, Special Trains will be run for large Excursion Parlies to Mont Alio Park. No.l No. 3 Mail. Accom A. M. P. M. 11.30 7.40 9.25 5.48 9.10 5.35 8.40 5.00 8.00 4.25 A. M. p. M. Hotel Accommodations, &c. At Meclianicshurg. Merchants' Hotel, located on Main street, can accom- modate fifty persons, rates from $3.50 to $6.00 per weei^:. David Kimmel, proprietor. Murray House, located on Railroad avenue, can accommo- date fifteen persons, rates from $3.50 to $6.00 per week. James Murray, proprietor. National Hotel, located on West Main street, can accom- modate fifteen persons, rates from $3.50 to $6.00 per week. John McClure, proprietor. American House, located on Market street, can accom- modate twenty persons, rates $3.50 to $6.00 per week. Mrs. Lindsay's Private Boarding-House, can accom- modate fifteen persons, rates $3.50 to $5.00 per week. Located on Locust street. 51 At Mt. Holly Springs. Central Hotel, on Balto. avenue, J. H. Williamson, proprietor, can accommodate sixty at from $7 to $8 per week. Children half price. Five minutes' walk from South Moun- tain Railroad depot. Mullen House, on Balto. avenue, near depot of South Mountain Railroad, Isaac Mengel, proprietor, can accom- modate one hundred and fifty, at rates from $30 to $35 per month. Children and servants, $20. United States Hotel, D. Z. Geyer, proprietor, can ac- commodate fifty ; rate, $5 to $8 per week. Situated on Balto. avenue, four minutes' walk from South Mountain Railroad depot. Mt. Holly House, situated on Balto. avenue, can accom- modate four or five ; rate, $7 per week ; G. D. Gensler, pro- prietor ; ten minutes' walk from the depot. Mrs. Charles Mullen, on Balto. avenue, three minutes' walk from depot ; can accommodate six or eight persons. House pleasant, terms reasonable. (Apply by letter.) Milton Saylor, postmaster, has pretty cottage, two doors above post-office, for rent ; terms, $8 per month ; seven rooms. Philip Harman has pretty house on Balto. avenue for rent. For terms, &c., apply to P. Harman, Mt. Holly Springs. At Carlisle. Florence Hotel, Main street, between Hanover and Bed- ford streets. Five minutes' walk from depot. Can accom- modate fifty. $8 to $12 per week. Gas, water, and bath. Mansion House, corner Pitt and Main streets. All trains stop at door. Can accommodate seventy-five. $7 to $12 per week. Gas, water, and bath. Garber House, corner Main and Bedford streets. Can accommodate twenty. $3.50 to $5 per week. No bar. Seven minutes' walk from depot. 52 Lerew House, corner Hanover and Walnut streets. Can accommodate sixty. $3.50 to $5 per week. Eight minutes' walk from depot. Farmers' and Drovers', corner Hanover and South streets. Seven minutes' walk from depot. Can accommo- date twenty-five. $4.50 to $5 per week. American House, Hanover street, between Main and Louther streets. Can accommodate twenty-five. $4 to $5 per week. Five minutes' walk from depot. Franklin House, corner Public Square and Hanover street. Can accommodate fifteen. |5 to $8 per week. Three minutes' walk from depot. Boarding-Houses. — Miss Barbara Egolf, No. 7 North Han- over street. Can accommodate thirty. $6 to $8 per week. Transient boarders, $1 to $1.50 i^er day. Mrs. A. K. Stewart, Louther, near West street. Can accom- modate three. $5 i3er week. Transient boarders, $1 per day. Mrs. Shafer, No. 10 South Hanover street. Can accom- modate five table boarders. Houses to Let. — Three houses, eight rooms each, North Bedford street, seven minutes' walk from depot. Inquire of D. Sipe, No. 16 North Hanover street. One house, seven rooms, gas, and water, south-east corner Pitt and North streets. Inquire on premises. One house, eight rooms, north-west corner Pitt and North streets. Inquire of J. 0. Fridley, Hanover street. At Shippensburg. Sherman House, Corner of Main and Railroad streets, can accommodate thirty-four, rate $5 per week. I. A. Quigley, proprietor. Mansion House, South Railroad street, can accommodate twenty, rate $5 per week. H. Stumbaugh, proprietor. Central Hotel, South Railroad street, J. E. Hughes, pro- prietor. Rate, $4 per week. 53 At Chamber sburg, Washington House, accommodation for seventy-five ; three minutes' walk from depot. $5 to $10 per week. Montgomery House, accommodation for seventy-five ; five minutes' walk from depot. $5 to $10 per week. National, five minutes' walk from depot; accommoda- tion for thirty. $6 to $10 per week. Franklin House, seven minutes' walk from depot ; accom- modations for twenty-five. $4 to $8 per week. Indian Queen, ten minutes' walk from depot ; accom- modations for twenty. $4 to $6 per week. At Greencastle. Franklin House, located on Carlisle street, near Cum- berland A^alley Railroad depot, can accommodate thirty. Rate, $4 to $6 per week. James Shirley, proprietor. National Hotel, located on the public square, can accommodate twenty-five. Rate, $4 to $6 per week. E. Brosius, proprietor. At Hagerstown. Baldwin House, situated on Washington street. Rate, $7 to $14 per week. Newcomer House ; rate, $7 per week, or $25 per month. Franklin House ; rate, $8 per week. Mansion House ; rate, $5 to $7 per week. ir!^''' a •^ % :' r.^' *^ 5 •••"' > ^^^. ^^• • ^* ^o -ov^^ .-. "^^ 3^ o^ *x .0- "i. •.'.,•' *v w^^