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The weekly Placer herald., 1854-02-25
FOR SALE

THE subscribers will give any nerso.
70 Sussss ssss Gssan sas ssS tho Wishes Sss to
in California, and now doing first oS ra.a
business, and located in the best fso hN.; cash
part of Michigan City, Placer conn., BUSINESS NJ
which is known to be one of the most son Ual'
ishing mining towns in the Northern M: Hour'
This property is well known as tho Sines S;n
Nevada Hotel or Stage House The sa1a I.eris II "a
include the Hotel, furniture bar fxt~r.awi ",e WIN
good stock S!, OF provisions and liquors, one sd
deep. one large hay and Wagon ward Inv IN ieet .s
rear of the Hotel. all out houses, about m me ne
cords of seasoned stove wood and 70 a' bsaa 70 i.
hogs thog WITH good conveniences for keeping 100
K & Co.. lO7 X street. Sacramento - or H. e T. :
the premises Of VI
LARKIN & INGRAM
REFrRENcEs.-H. A. Charles, and AM !,
Warden. Auburn; L F. Reed & Co 1o7 ~. =:
srteet Sacramento City.
Michigan City, February II, 1s54-am
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CHANCE roR ANOTHER War WITH

CHANCE FOR ANoTHEK WAR WITH
MExIco.-The Washington correspon-
dent Of the N Y. Times says that an idea
seems to prevail in certain quarters, that
the United States Government is to have
ano,her war with Mexico, ere long. The
basis for such an opinion is the SUPPOSE
ton that Fillibusters from California, in
order to sustain Col. Walker in Lower
California, may take such measures as
will force on a war. The idea, however,
is secuted at in official circles at Washing
ton, as being unworthy Of single mo-
ment's serious consideration. The Times
correspondent goes on to remark:
"The Administration has no desire for
war, and is acting in perfect good faith,
in relation to the California fIlibusters.
If the Presidents orders to our officers
on the Pacific coast, to intercept these
lawless expeditionists, appear to have
been wilfully disregarded, the faithless
officers will be held responsible. Santa
Anna is perfectly satisfied of our good
faith. He wants no war with US. He
knows that we need portion of his ter
rltory, or a. least that our Government
thinks we need it, and that we are willing
to pay tor it, Money he must have, and
there is no other mode which promises to
afford it, except that herein suggested.
The only question with him is, how much
he can get of us; and as soon as he finds
that the strip of territory we desire, is
not, as he has supposed, almost vital to
the stability of our own Union, he will
agree to the hest terms Mr.. Gadsden Will
offer. Such, at least, is the prevailing
opinion here among those most familiar
with the pending negotiations. If Fill
busters from California should descend
upon the territory of Mexico IN sufficient
numbers to defy the power of that Gov
ernment, they, probably, would revolu-
tionize the province in which they settled;
but that would not involve the necessity
of war between Mexico, and us, any
more than would similar descent of the
natives of France, or the subjects of the
Queen of Great Britain"
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Arrival of the PeytOna.

By the arrival of the Peytona at the Bay,
on Sunday last. we have later news from Or
egon and Washington Territories.
The legislative assembly of Oregon, ad
journed on the second day of February after
n session of sixty days. code OF general
laws prepared by Board of Commissioners
during the last year was passed, together
with mass Of local business. Four new
counties were made
The initial step has been taken towards the
formation of State Government in Oregon.
vote will be taken by the people in June
for and against the measure If in favor OF
it an election for members OF convention
comes off in September, and the convention Is
to meet in February next
There seems to be a general activity IN ou-
siness matters in Oregon, although tnere
seems to be plenty of merchandise on hand 70
supply the trade No mule trains have taken
goods from the Willamette valley to the mines
for several Notwithstanding and Goose
Bay now supply the mines
During the severe cold weather which pre-
vailed during the latter part OF January the
ice formed in places six inches thloS. On the
10Th of February snow fell to the depth OF
four inches it however disappeared IN few
days.
Charters have been granted for railroad
around the Clackamas rapids.
WAsHINeroN TERRITORY. Judge Colum-
bia Lancaster (dem J is elected bp small
majority over Col Wallace (whig.) The po-
itical complexion of the Legislative Assem-
bly, is in doubt. There will not be to exceed
two majority either way if the reported re-
turns are correct
The Pioneer published at Olympia,
gives an interesting account of an eXpedl-
tion which had been fitted out to ascertain
whether the SHOWS of the Rocky Noun
tains existed to such an extent as to OBJ
struct the passage of a railroad. The
Pioneer SAYS:
MIR. Tinkham, one of the engineers OF
the northern Pacific railroad exploration,
has reached this place, having, since the
10th of October, crossed the Rocky Noun
tains for the second and third times, tthe
first crossing was made in September with
the main party,) passed over the Crur
d'Alene or Bitter Root range of noun
tains from St. Mary's Valley to Walia-
wallah, and the Cascade Mountains, from
Walla- wallah to Seattle by the Sno-qual-
me pass. The second crossing of the
Rocky Mountains was made in October,
the third in November, that by the C9ur
d'Alene Mountains in December, and by
the Cascades IN January.
Mr.. Tinkham with his party, consisting
an Indian guide and three men, were fif-
teen days making their way on snow
shoes, through the CGur d'Alene noun
tains, carrying on their backs fifty to sew
enty pounds each, and living mostly on
flour and salt. He crossed the Cascades
simply accompanied by five Yakima In
dians. This winter route of Mr.. link
ham for hardihood and success has never
been surpassed on the continent; and be-
sides adding greatly to the question of
route, has furnished information indspen-
sable to remove the doubts which have
existed as to the distractions to be antcl-
pated from snow.
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FROM Los ANGELEs.-This city has
been in feverish condition, recently in
consequence of the discovery of gold in
the mountains near Santa Annita, about
eighteen miles distant. The editor of the
Star says that he has seen some of the
gold found at this point, and that it was
"of the grain variety and very pretty p
The miners who have flocked to the mines
have realized ms high as five dollars per
day from their labor.
A project is on foot to make San Pedro
port of entry, new town has been laid
off near the old embarcadero, which is
said to possess all the natural requisites
for flourishing town.
The Star says that the murderer and
robber, Atanacio Moreno, has been ar.
rested. He is the same who murdered
Senate, short time ago.-Picoyune.
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DIscovERY OF HUMAN SKELEToNs-
The Ell Dorado Republican of Feb. llth
says:
ave are informed by Rev. I. S. Diehl
that the skeletons of two or three human
beings have lately been discovered by
some miners on Dry Creek, about two
and half miles from Drytown. They
appear to have been regularly inferred in
vaults built of stone. The Rev. gentle
man showed us a portion Of skull, a
jaw-bone, and some teeth, which were
found Immediately under the roots of a
large oak tree, which appears to have
stood for ages. The bones are of enor-
nous size. The skull is very thick and
hard, and everything tends to show that
the remains belonged to very large race
of men.''
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The Placer Herald is also in, teeth and
toe-nails, to stave off the election until
another winter. NeUada journal.
You're right there Mr.. Journal-both
big toe-nails and one eye-tooth at that
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GEM HO re l..

"a THE proprietor of the <
l:sM above house grateful tor .X
the very liberal patronage here -,
tofore extended, and resolved to ms'm rss.
continuance of the same, wond mos, ,he
pectfuIly intimate to his friends anu anu and and
public in general that he has rehtteu o."
enlarged regardless Of expense - very
His sleeping apartments are OF 'nu and
first class: Good beds, clean Inc"
we'll ventilated rooms. :, II the
His tables will be furnished with all l';o 10
delicacies of the season, and serVeu "
the best manner.
Meals at all hours, NTH
His Bar, as usual, will be stockeu aution "
all kinds of liquors, and every Prec"dn Of
used to obtain the choicest bra""pI br,Tp
cigars. JAMES II. Ch hLn Lp.o,rietor.
International Block, Auburn, No'lN'
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AUBURN DRUG STORE,
AND
Alta California Telegraph Once.

TNHE undersigned having taken ~
i the new building adjoining the -
office of the Placer Herald, and en- u
larged his stock of Drugs and Medicines,
Paints, Oil, Glass and Fancy Articles,
would announce to his friends and the
public generally, that he is prepared to
execute all orders in that line with prompt.
ness and at as low prices as can be OBJ
taned this side of Sacramento. Being
practical Physician he is prepared to make
up prescriptions or to attend to any other
business in the line of his profession.
The office of the Alta California Tele-
gIagh Company is in the same building,
and under the superintendence of the un-
dersigned. CHAS. L. REED, NJ. D.
Auburn, JAM 54-my
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In Maine they have invented a new
kind of brick, which is hollow, and floats.
1t is said to he very convenient for gen
tlemen who are in the habit of carrying
the article in their hats
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Why was the language of the ancient
Germans unwholesome to some individu-
ais! Because it was Teutonic-too tonie.
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NEW YORK SHAVINGSALOON
And Bathing Rooms.

THE PROPRIETOR begs leave to in
l. form his friends and the public that he
the Tonsoral wants of the community,
and having secured the services of Jour-
neyman, he is still further enabled to meet
the demands Of his numerous and daily
increasing customers. He trusts that his
willingness to meet their approval and
deserve their patronage will attain that
object; and grateful for past favors he
most respectfully tips his Beaver.
Warm and Cold Baths from A. M,
to P. NJ. Price one dollar.
Auburn, Jan. 7th, 1854.
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R1cHELrEU.-Whot that has ever seen
this fine play and has got anything Of a
memory, but recollects the beautiful senti-
ments which the author makes Richelieu
utter, when addressing the young man
whom he selected as the bearer of all
important message.
Richelieu.-Yo Young man be blithe for
note me, from the hour you grasp that
packet, think your guardian star rains
fortune on you!
Francois If | fail?
Richelieu-Fail! fail! In the bright
lexicon of youth, which Fate reserves for
glorious manhood, there is no such
word as fail!
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We learn by a gentleman Just down
from Little York, that the miners there
are doing a first rate business. Nearly
all the claims are paying good profit,
and some of them immensely. They are
also blessed with plenty Of water, brought
in by the Little York Water Go.
Necada Jour.
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Great Sale of Real Estate, Stock,
and Merchandise.

OTCda SALT O1 hthA LStdtes StOCks
and Merchandise,
At .4uburn, Placer County, California
DEING necessarily compelled to leave
ID for the Atlantic States on the lst of
March, | will dispose of my entire stock
of goods, including everything required
by mining or agricultural community,
on the lowest possible terms. As all my
goods were purchased by myself, at San
Francisco, for Cash,
L can and will sell Lower
than they can be bought elsewhere-Sac-
ramento not excepted. This arrangement
offers inducements to every class of buy
ers, as tie ,cise will readily see, as the
concern is bound to be closed up at what
ever sacrifice it may cost me. Also, my
Real Estate,
comprising one large and cOmmodlouS
store, one fire-proof storehOuse, one barn
and out buildings. Also, one four-horse
team and wagon, one light delivering
wagon, together with fine lot OF
Breeding Hogs.
This concern has enjoyed for four years
a successful trade, and offers to any one
who wishes to engage in a substantial
permanent and profitable business,
grand opportunity.
Terms Cash.
GEORGE WlLLMENT.
Auburn, JAM 7th, lS54-2m
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"When does o man rob bis wife!"-
"When he hooks her Dress"
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FRANKLIN HOUSE.
Valuable Ranch for SaIes

Valuable Ranch for Sales
E1S TNHE undersigned wishing to "A
80 i engage in o:her business, I'LL.
would dispose Of that valuable property
known as the "Franklin House," situated
on the road between Sacramento City and
Auburn. There are 80 or 60 acres under
fence. The whole farm contains $40
acres-the land producing well; the sub
scriber having raised excellent crops upon
it. There is upon the premises fine
house, also an excellent barn "a feet by
40, l6 feet posts, with plenty of excellen;
water.
Stock.
The subscriber has also for sale fifty
head of fresh milch cows, which he will
dispose of reasonably. Also, 80 head of
young cattle, 6 horses, IS hogs, and any
quantity of chickens, ducks and turkeys.
The above will be sold to suit purcha-
sers. For further particulars inquire of
the subscriber on the premises.
JOHN WlXON.
Franklin House, Sac. road, Jan. 7-Sm
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The Calaveras Chronicle, of Saturd ay,
contains the following interesting items:
w. Mitchell, Esq, gentleman es-
teemed for integrity and business qualif-
cations, has been appointed to take charge
of Adams & Co.'S banking house, at Mo-
kelumne Hill
LARGE LuMP-On Monday last, piece
Of pure gold weighing eight pounds, was
dug out of Indian Gulch, near the Stanis-
laus. The same day they washed out
six ounces-an average days yield of
their claim.
In the District Court, on Monday last,
John.H. Thompson, was found guilty and
sentenced to be hung on the 18th April.
The weekly Placer herald., 1854-02-25

NEVADA AND MARYsvILLE PLANKRoAD.
In the Herald of Wednesday is very
good article on railroads and plank roads,
from which we learn that on the 2Sth Of
this month there is to be an election in
MarysviIIle, to decide whether that city
shall subscribe 100000 to the building
of railroad from Benicin, and $685.
for building a plank road to Nevada
The Herald says there is no doubt but
both propositions will both pass by most
unanimous vote Nevada Jour.
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d III. MCDONALD, ProPrifesttr OPP : street.
II. the Miners Drug Store. No. loy y5',nortsr 70 oe
between 5th and 9th, Sacramento; 'inP PPst.pt
and dealer in Drugs, Fresh HeTos' .,.mery,
Medicines oll' ralhts' Df u0" n10ly
etc. etc.,
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j. ID. BURLINCHAM

q. -. boKLINGHAM,
II a N ter and GIaziar
K EEPS constantly on hand and for 81.
IN Paints, Oils, Putty Glass, &c. Sbon' 'a.o
stairs in Sam & Solomon's Block, Auburn "
Auburn February IL, 1854.-my.
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A bdOminal Supporters, ,,Iont as.
II Shoulder Braces, etc. An eAconI eAaaIa nv
sortment Of various patterns; nMAID. roT
r. II. McDONALDic ic;,y.
;ar14--n1Olv No. 1879 J street, sac Wv
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Variety Store.
rTHE subscriber having enlarged his m
L stock Of goods, would inform the NiQ
public generally that he will keep on
hand a we'll selected assortment of the follow
ing articles, to-wt:
Prime Havana & American cigars, OF the
most approved brands. every variety
of chewing and smoking tobacco.
fresh and preserved fruits,
preserved meats in cans,
including chickens,
turkeys,
oysters,&c. strain
ed honey, confectione'
ry, books and stationery,
playing cards, toys and fancy
articles of every description, All OF
which he will sell as low for cash as can
be bought at any other store in the place.
Call and examine my stock before purchas'
ing elsewhere.
B. GOODKIND.
Two doors below Wells, Fargo 4 Cos hA'
press office
Auburn, December 3, lS53.tf.
Anti-slavery bugle. [volume] (New-Lisbon, Ohio) 1845-1861, 1854-07-01

however, the great advantage and recommendation
of freeing the question from the embarrassment
that arc insoparable from an experiment of law
like the present Fugitive Slave Law, and keeping
it out of the arena of agitation and discord to
which in its present state the law will always be
subject.
"To our minds it has been for some time clear,
that the friends of the South in the Northern free
States are diminishing in numbers; and, if the
tone of their press and society is to be received
evidence of what may be anticipated the future
will not find them very ardent jealous in main
tanning rights or the compromises Of the Cons
titution.
"The extraordinary means required to carry the
Nebraska bill through Congress- Indicate the depth
of the hostility toward the Territorial extension of
Slavery, and ought to admonish us Of the dangers
of permitting any question so admirably adapted
to nourish the trade of the fanatica agtator as is
the Fugitive Slave Law, to continue i'll force if a
substitute more efficient and satisfactory can be
provided TO do this before the anti-Slavery pow
CIR can organize for operations on the next Con-
gress is desirable, and, if it be found that the
North will consent to no equitable and proper
substitute, then the question ought to be consider
cd whether the trouble and the expense of reclaim.
ing fugitives from labor should not be borne by
the State from which they are abducted or carried
off rather than 10y the individual owners. AS the
law now stands it affords no security to the South
and is a constant source of irritation and annoy
ance to every true friend Of Southern rights in the
free States"
Anti-slavery bugle. [volume] (New-Lisbon, Ohio) 1845-1861, 1854-07-01

there was then but one other bank in Boston, the
Massachusetts Bank, and that the bank was SO
overrun with business that the clerks and officers
were obliged to work till twelve o'clock at night,
and all day Sundays; that they had occasion to
look back year or two ago. and they found that
OF the one thousand accounts which were then
open with them in starting, only six remained
they had in the forty years, either all failed or died
destitute Of property. Houses whose paper passed
Bankruptcy, said he, is like death, and almost as
certain; they fall single and alone, and thus
forgotten, but there is escape from it, and he is
a fortunate man who fails young.
"Another friend told me that he had occasion tC
look through the probate Office, few years since
and he was surprised to find that over ninety pei
cent. of all the estates settled there, were insol
vent. And within few days, have gone bach
to the incorporation Of our banks in Boston.
have list Gf the directors since they started
This is, however, u very unfair way of testing the
rule, for bank directors are the most substantial
men in the community. In the old bank oyei
onetljrd had failed in forty years, and in the new
bank, much larger proportion"
| am sorry to present so gloomy picture and
trust you will instill into your Sons, as Cen Dear
bon recommends, love of agriculture, for in mer
camille pursuits they will fail to n dead certainty
REMARKs--To the above may be added the
chances of health and longevity of rural over those
of city life. 1t has been ascertained that farmers
generally live much longer than those who dwell
in cities; also, that farmers are more healthy and
live longer than country mechanics.
All the above considerations should discourage
the sons of farmers from changing their pleasant,
healthy homes and employment, for the smoky,
poisonous air and unhealthy employments of the
city.-P(cQSue Boat.
Anti-slavery bugle. [volume] (New-Lisbon, Ohio) 1845-1861, 1854-07-01
JOSEPH MAZZINI.
CONDITION OF coLoREp PEOPLE,

In the course of some editorial remarks on this
subject, the Richmond (Va.) Enquirer says;
"Once for ALL let us vindicate Virginia from the
aspersion Of severity towards the free negroes with
in her borders: The history of her legislation
with respect to them is the best refutation of this
SANDER. She has repeatedly refused to do what
several of the free States have done-expel the
free negroes by force of law-and so far as she
could safely do so, has conferred upon them the
privileges accorded to citizens of the Common
wealth. If her Legislature mas not conferred
upon them the privilege Of voting, it has been con-
sistcnt; because it has always been held, in Vir-
ginia, that they incompetent TO discharge the
duties of citizens. And even in this they have not
been al ne, but have been followed by all the free
States, so far we know. But the law protects
the free negro in the possession of his property
and shields him from the hand Of lawless yio
lcnce."
We are glad that tho people Of Virginia have
refused to sustain the proposition repeatedly urged
by some of their politicians to expel the free ne
groes of that State aud that the Enquirer records
the fact as an evidence of their humaity. The
proposition is revolving and can be sustained on NJ
ground which would not authorize robbery or mur
der. The Legislature of Virginia has no more
right to Danish from that State fifty thousand of its
native-born inhabitants, not accused of any crime
than it has to hang them. We take it for granted
that the good people of Virginia will tolerate ne
ther atrocty. We are not sure that the Enquire
is correct in saying that somo OF the tree states
have attempted, by law, to expel their free coored
people. We presume it alludes to the legislation
of Indiana and Illinois, but do not think it goes
to the extent of forcible expulsion, although,
beyond all doubt, it is than that of Virginia.
Indeed we do not believe that the mass of the people
in either of those free States is so h"manely dis
posed towards the colorcd people as the mass OF the
people in Virginia.
The Enquirer is mistaken in assuming that the
7 Ia nf tba ella i'm coll
ored people from voting has been followed by all
the free States. In nearly all the New England
States they enjoy the right of suffrage, in New
York it is secured to them, on condition OF their