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Columbia gazette., 1854-12-30
COMMON SCHOOL CONVENTION.

This body convened, at San Fran.
cisco, on Tuesday morning last, at the
Union street School House, and was
called to order by Hon. Paul K.
HUBS, Superintendent Of Public In
struction. We condense the following
account from the Times & Transcript !:
Teachers male and female, supcrin-
tendents of schools IN the different coun-
ties, and large number Of persons feel
ing general interest in promoting the
objects of the Convention, were in at
tendance. Among the latter were May
or Webb, Of San Francisco, Mayor But
6Dgton, of Stockton, several members
and cx-members Of the Legislature.
The following gentlemen were elected
permanent officers of the Convention:
PRESERVATION. PAUL X. Hubs.
VICE PREsDENTs.-Dr. Hardness,
Of Sacramento; Mayors. P. Webb, Of
San Francisco; Mayor j. NJ. Burlington,
Of Stockton; Mr. Osborn, Of San Jose;
Mr.. Leoisson, of Benicia j.. P. Clough,
Of Tuolumne Senator w. B. May, o!
Trinity ID. r. Ashley, Of Monterey /;
Col. Watkins, Of Alameda Rev. Mr..
Walworth, of Marysville Fred Billings,
Of San Francisco.
SEcRETARI Es.- II. p. Carlton, OF
San Francisco f. P. Willard, of Sac
ramen:o !; A. B. Bowers, Of Petaluma.
Mayor Webb explained the objects
Of the meeting to be a comparison OF
notes among Suprintendents and Teach
ers and others, with view to profit by
such suggestions as had tendency to
promote the interests of Common
Schools. Carried.
A resolution was offered that vocal
music and gymnastic exercises should
be incorporated as a part Of instruction
in Common Schools, and elected a num-
her of speeches.
Resolred, that committe, be appoint
ed to report tomorrow the manner OF
organizing State Institute.
A motion prevailed for the appoint
ment of committee to revise the COM
mon school law.
Other proceedings were enacted Of a
spirited and interesting nature to those
present, after which the Convention
adjourned its business session till We'd
nesday morning, at 10 o'clock.
Columbia gazette., 1854-12-30

NATIONAL MUSEUM! We would call
the attention ofour readers, to an adver-
tisement in another column, bearing the
above caption. The company comprises
several Of our old favorites, and we be-
speak TO- them handsome patronage.
They performed last night to q good
house, and gave general satisfaction.
Columbia gazette., 1854-12-30

IMP2ovEMENT.-Dr. McChesney is
erecting a fine two-story 6re-proof build
ing on the corner Of Broadway and
State streets. It's a valuable improve
ment to that part Of town. The second
story is designed for . Hall.
Columbia gazette., 1854-12-30

/" We are indebted to A. A. Hun
newell for copy of the Pictorial Union.
They can be found at his counter, in
wrappers, for mailing.
Columbia gazette., 1854-12-30

ARMoRY HALL.-This fne Hall is
now finished, with the exception Of in
terror decoration, which is being exc
cuted in magnificent style by Col. T.
N. Casnesa. 1t will be completed in
time for the grand ball, to be given by
the Fusileers, on the 8th of January.
Columbia gazette., 1854-12-30

EThe San Joaquin Republican is
now issued daily. We are pleased to
see this evidence Of prosperity in this
valuable journal. The typographical
appearance of the paper is unsurpassed.
Columbia gazette., 1854-12-30

1~ The following gentlemen were
elected officers of Columbia Division,
No. ls, Sons Of Temperate, for the en-
suing term:
G. A. Brier, w. p; John Leary,
W. A.; = Scovell, R. S.; = Good
rich, A. R. s.; NJ Brophy, F. s.; I.
Brink, T.; J. Spinney, c.. s. True,
A. c.; = johnson, /. S.; - Finn,
O. S.
Columbia gazette., 1854-12-30

TREAsuRE.-The Nicaragua steamer
Cortes, which sailed from San Francisco
on the 23d inst, carried away only
$3.50 ,270 in treasures
Columbia gazette., 1854-12-30

EscAPED Conversion Wednes-
day last, 80 State prisoners escaped, in
. boat, from the State Prison. They
were pursued by the guard, and on land
ing ct San Pablo Point, fight ensued,
in which several Of the convicts were
killed. The villains finally fed, and
the next morning, twelveef them, well
armed, captured schooner, near Oak
land, and stood up the bay, in the d.
rection of San Jose. It is 10 be hoped
that they will be captured.
Columbia gazette., 1854-12-30

~ Our thanks are due to Adams
4 Co.'s Express for exchange papers
during the past week.
Columbia gazette., 1854-12-30

Throughout the mining districts, from
and valley, from mountain and
plain, rise piteous lamentations and
prayers innumerable, from the expectant
and impatient treasure-seekers, for the
element SO necessary for the develop
lnent Of the exhaustless mineral resour-
ces Of our golden State. Day after
day, old Sol rides majestic through the
clear blue heavens, shedding his genial
Though unwclcome) rays over this dry,
unwashed and suffering community, and
penetrating, with brilliant smiles from
his "Indian summer countenance," ev-
cry object, animate and inanimate, with
the single exception of the impenetra-
bic and obdurate heart of the "dried
up and unfortunate gold-digger. To
him, rosy morning has no charms, a
golden sunset no beauty; the silver
light of the orb Of evening contains no
sentiment for him, and the twinkling
spangles Of heaven but smile at his mel
ancholy.
The advent Of the storm king heralda
his joy, and the gathering Of the dark
rain clouds ath wart the eastern sky,
causeth his countenance to brighten
with satisfaction. HIS heart is lightcst
when high-topped boots become nee
and heavy overcoats a con-
venience!
May the sheet-iron reservoirs Of heav-
en- soon rust away, and the welcome rain
issue from the dilapidated receptacles
Columbia gazette., 1854-12-30
NOTICE.

All Property. Real and Personal npon
which the taxes FOR the fiscal year, 1884. re-.
main unpaid on the LIST day of January, 1855.
will be seized and sold within the time pre-
seribed By law.
p. l. SOLOMON,
Sheriff & Coliss,ss.
Sonora, December l6, 1854.
Columbia gazette., 1854-12-30

SPRINGFIELD THEATRE We learn
that our neighbours at Springfield, are
engaged in fitting up portion Of the
Exchange building, as Theatre. It
is contemplated to open it in a short
time, with an amateur company, who
will play local piece, on the opening
night, now in preparation by . gentle
man of that town. All success to the
enterprising citizens Of Springfield.
Columbia gazette., 1854-12-30

~ We are indebted to the agent
Of the opposition line for an early de-
livery Of papers.
Columbia gazette., 1854-12-30
Constable's Sale.

F. w. scovell BY virtue Of an execution
vs. issued out Of Justice Court Of
]. M. Bean. c. II. Chamberlain, Esq, in
the above entitled cause. for the sum Of $40
so. TOO, debt and cost, have this day levied
and taken on execution. the following describe
ed property, to wit: Two brick yards. situas--
ed on MateIow Gulch, near Columbia, all tho
right, title and interest Of J. M. Bean, Wilt
expose at public sale. as the law directs. TO
the highest bidder, on said brick yards. on the
9th day Of January, A. D. rsss. st 2 o'clock,
PM. to satisfy the above judgment and 40
cruing cost. Terms Of sale. cash.
]. l.. CONNER, Constable.
Columbia, Dec. l0 1854.
Columbia gazette., 1854-12-30

% Wells, Fargo & Co.'s Express
has placed us under obligations for ex-
changes from various parts of the State.
Columbia gazette., 1854-12-30

FIRE AT VALLIcIro.-The town of
Vallicito was nearly destroyed by FIRE,
on the evening Of Thursday, Dec. 2lst.
Columbia gazette., 1854-12-30

&c. j. brown will please receive
our thanks for supply Of Almanacs, of
various kinds, from his bookstore, cor
ner Of Main and Stste streets.
Columbia gazette., 1854-12-30

SUNDAY School ExHIBrrroN.-On
Christmas night, we attended the exhi-
bition Of the school children, and were
very much pleased and grati6ed with
the mastery manner in which the chill
dren acquitted themselves f; it reflected
no small credit upon the teachers. 1t
was very fortunate that we arrived there
in time to obtain seat, as the collection
was large.
Columbia gazette., 1854-12-30

1@The Stockton Argus is now issu-
ed but semi-wsekly, instead oftriweAk-
y, = bstotofosa
Columbia gazette., 1854-12-30

The CAPITAL.-This ve1ed ques-
ton, We learn, has ct last been decided,
and Sacramento is dsclarsd BY the Su-
preme Court to bs the Capital Of the
State.
Columbia gazette., 1854-12-30

STAGE LINE TO SALT LAEE.-The
Los Angeles correspondent Of the San
Francisco Chronicle says:-A line Of
stages between Los Angeles and Salt
Lake City has been established, and
within six months it will be extended to
the Missouri river. The ultimate sue
cess of the enterprise cannot be doubt
ed # will have one good effect, viz: to
attract public attention to the necessity
of railroad across the continent. /
see the name Of Felix Tracy affixed to
the posters announcing that the first
stage of the line is to leave Los Angeles
for Salt Lake on the 18th of January,
and will take passengers, letters and
small parcels. The stages are to run
semi-monthly after February. The
proprietors and projectors of the enter
prise are Messrs. Adams & Co. of the
Express. The road to Salt Lake is
never obstructed by snow, and the last
mail from Utah was only sixteen days
in coming from Salt Lake City to Los
Angeles, and this without change Of
animals. Only eleven travelling days
were occupied, as the party rested 1--WE
in order to refresh the mules. With
stages and change of horses at proper
intervals the distance can be performed
in six days, and perhaps less.
Columbia gazette., 1854-12-30

WILL BE REcEIvED.-We wish it
distinctly understood, all statements to
the contrary Notwithstanding, that the
Gazette Office will be kept open, on
Monday, New Years Day, for the pur.
pose Of giving our friends and the pub
lie an opportunity of wishing rs the
compliments Of the season, and bring
ing with them substantial proofs Of
theirg God wishes. We hope this delicate
hint viii besuf6cient, as we cannot kick
until We purchase pair Of locomotive
preservatives
Columbia gazette., 1854-12-30

New WATER COMPANY ELEcrIoN.-
A meeting for the purpose of electing
officers to govern the New Water Com
pany, for the ensuing year, will be held,
this day, at l o'clock, at Odd Fellows
Hall. A full attendance Of all interest
is desirable, as upon the choice of off,
GERS depends the success Of the INTERESTED
prise.
Columbia gazette., 1854-12-30

FOR SALE /!

FOR SALE!
WITH or without tho Cows--ov the Cews
and custom without the Ranch. For further
information, spply to Drs Graves 4 Cihis!.
Columbia, Dec. sth, 1854.
Columbia gazette., 1854-12-30

MuRDER.-1t becomes our duty
to record one Of the most cowardly, and
blood-thirsty assassinations that has ev-
er been perpetrated among a civilized
people. On Sunday night last, between
the hours Of twelve and one. O'Clock,
while VIM. Raney proprietor of a fan
dango house on Main street, was stand
ing behind his bar, some 6end, having
previously placed box outside Of the
window, as platform, for him to stand
on, placed the muzzle of a pistol on the
window-sill, in order to have steady aim
and be sure of his victim, and discharg-
ed the contents of it at the unfortunate
man. The shot took effect in Raney's
head. passing directly through it, and
lodging in the back of another person
who was at the time standing within a
few feet of him. He fell dead immedi-
ately. The report of the pistol, and
the death occasioned by the shot, crea-
ted for some time no little CONSERVATION,
and, it being several minutes, before it
was discovered from what direction the
pistol had been fred, the murderer had
ample time to effect his escape and at
this moment it remains wrapped in mys-
terry as to who killed him.
We hope the murderer will be fer
reted out, and receive as his reward the
extreme penalty of the law.
Columbia gazette., 1854-12-30

p~Ws are indebted to A. p. Hollis
ter, for > sample Of some 6ne crackers,
from bis Bakery. They are made Of
California Aour. and are The best We
hare eaten in Ca)ifoSpis.
Columbia gazette., 1854-12-30

~J. G. Duncan, Of the Chinese
Sales Rooms, San Francisco, has failed
for . large amount.
Columbia gazette., 1854-12-30
DR.. J. If. FLETCHER.
SURGEON,
Office opposite Masonic Hall, Broadway.
g0LUMBTA.

NOTICE.
Tho Stockholders Of the Columbia Guich
Fluming Company. are hereby informed that
the work on said Flume will commence %
Monday next
JRCarEKe.
J. G. SPARKS, Presidsat,
CALVIN HONEY.
DANIEL. WALKER,
JAS. GLASSFORD,
J. A. PALMER,
EDGAR MILLS, Tressurss,
SAMUEL DEALY. Secretary.
Columbia Dec, 9Th 1854. -8a .a. >
All are respectfully invited 10 attend.
Columbia, Dsc. 70. 1884,. - =.
Columbia gazette., 1854-12-30

DIED--In Marysviile, on 22nd inst. Mr.
William d. Nelson, aged 35 years, son Of
Col. VIM. D. Nelson. Of Chucky Bend, Green
county, East Tennessee.
Columbia gazette., 1854-12-30

Sonora, December 10, 1854.
The daily Minnesota pioneer. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1854-1855, 1854-12-08
cu4MBLIN &MoRc.x.

A WARE that "humbug' is h order of the
n day in ST. Paul at presen isclaim any in
enton to impose upon the public in announcing that
they are offering their present stock of Staple and Fan
ey Dry Goods Clothing, Hats, Caps, Boots and Shoes
&C. greatly reduced prices preparatory the open
ing of the "Sprng Campaign" -f@ -.t
With all assortment yet nnbrOken, they can supply
the of pubic, for any goods in their line and
determised to s1bet them slide" AZ ~ O. Ft.t
They will offer inducements to merchants wishing
repensh their stock they ntendtO devese particular
attention to the Jobbing Department.
Call at their Store Third street, between Robert
and Jackson streets, and be convinced.
feb 42-tG T.. l. NJ.
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NOTICE EXTRAO AIRY!

NOTICE EXTR AOR DIN ARY!
FALL AND WINTER IMPORTATION.
TNE subscriber takes pleasure in inviting the attention
of the citizens of ST. Paul and surrounding country
to his establishment, located on the
CORNER OF ROBERTS AND FOURTH STREETS.
lie has just opened the above establishment with a
rich and well selected stock of
READY MADE CLOTHING
OF she very best and finest manufacture and latest
style, made expressly for this market at
WHOLESALE AND RETAIL.
very full supply of ~. .
BOYS CLOTHING.
Hats, caps shirts collars gloves cravats undershirs
socks. etc. etc. splendid assirtment of TRUNKS,
INDIA RUBBER AND OIL CLOTH CLOTHING
having partners in the Fast who buy directly from i'm
porters he is enabled to sell at the lowest New York
Cash Prices. Please caH at the
STAR CLOTHING STORE,
Corner Roberts and Fourth streets.
RD- His terms Cash.-9a
\. sCHwARTzENBERG.
OCT. Is, loo. OctlS
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CHARLES BORUP. CHARLES H. oAkE.
BORUP OAKES.
BANKERS AND EXCHANGE DEALERS
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA.
UNkE the liberty to inform the merchants and other
business men of the Territory, that they have
ately formed such business in the prnci
al cities of the East aud South able to afford
hem all usual
BANKING FACILITIES
They will receive current bank notes OIL deposit
for which they will give their certificates PAYABLE in
IKE funds, or in coin or exchange the East
rent rates.
EXCHANGE ON THE EAST, SOUTH AND EUROPE.
BOUGHT AND SOLD
Collections promptly attended to and proceeds for
warded, less exCh ange
Land WarYants Bought and Sold.
Uncurrent bank taken at highest rates I4O-6m
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General Com m issiOn and Advertising
Agency.
CHARLES WOOLLETT,
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS.

FTNO MERCANTILE MES. FARMERS, and others having bust
Il ness in this city
respectfully announce intention to establish myself
permanently in the above business in this city,
my services to effect sales of Produce purchases of Mer
chandse. Lumber &c. Oh Commission together with any
business which reXurcs personal attention. for which
experience of over seventeen active mercantile
pursuits and thorough knowledge of the city trade has
qualified me to elect on the most advantageous terms
thereby requety obvatng the inconvenience and
OF leaving home and GUINNESS. Hoping to be favored with
your commands trusting that this introduction may lead
to transactions, extensive md mutually beneficial
surfing you of my best efforts in your behalf truly
yours, CHAS WOILETT
REFERS TO Aid W. Kennedy E. b. Williams, W. Way
man, NJ l.. Keith, A H. Blacka Esq, John Rogers, ESQ
H. Frink Esq. Lessrs. Mugent 4 Ownes
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Cttrago.
BURWELL 4 POWERS,
NJ f r c. III A Mt TAILORS,

NERO HANT TAILORS,
AND DEALERS IN CENTS FURNISHING GOODS
No. fremont Buildings Dearborn Street.
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS.
M ESSRS. BCRWEIL X row ERS, respectfully O a
ltl invite the attention of gentlemen travelling "a
IN the Northwest we'll as those re,idngn Mime ~
sota to their complete and elegant sortmcnt of ILL
GENTLEMENS FURNISHING GOODS.
The largest and most tasteful selection the finest
French English. German and American clothing stufs
will be kept constantly hand is the design Of tn"
propretOrs TO sustain the reputation of their establish
ment as the Great Western Emporium of Fashion. Gen
tlemen can leave with and have their orders
filled at time, in the fashionable styles. Strang
visiting Chicago invited to examine elegant
stock, at No Z, fremont Buildings. Dearbon street.
II. BURWEII- Chicago
June 2I-tf S.A. POWERS. Cleveland, O.
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st. a1auI an0'ts.
ST. PAUL RAKERY,

w. BATES, keep constantly on hand good
~ assortment of Bread, Cakes, Crackers and Can
des oi all kinds; variety of nuts, pies beer, &c.
Also, just reed fresh lot of Groceries, all of which
VIII Dc sod cheap for cash, at the old stand Third
Street, Lower Town ~
st Paul, June g. 1853 yv
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&. HI. Il l.. LAFLIN,

e. HI. Il l.. LAFLIN.
PAPER COMMISSION MERCHANTS AND MANIrFAC
TURERS AGENTS,
lis South Water Strect, Chicago, Iuinnis
4 GENTS for Latin Brothers laid and Wave Letter Ca n
"A flatCap, Medium Dem and other Papers; Crane
Co.'S Superior Colored Medium, Bond Tissue and Envelope
Papers smith Peters Printers Cards and Card Board
i0oms Co.'S Domestic and Imported Cigars; Thomas C.
Miller Co.'S Tobaccos; Westicld Whips and Ia,bes
Latin 4 Smiths celebrated Gun Powder and Safety
Fuse &c. co.. I.
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NOTICE..
SELLING OFF AT CASH,
ME subscribers offer their che TAP fer cash at
Il the following rates:
Golden Syrup at 90 cents per gallon;
~. Louis 3 IL Molasses IS cents per gallon;
Butter at l8 cents per Id;
Sugar cured Hams at l3 cents per lb;
do ed l2l-2 dU
Sides, 10 do
Shoulders, do
Rice, do
Good Barley, 10 do
Soap, Candles, Salt, &c.
DRESSLER GEORGIl
March Sth, 1854. At Upper Landing
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VTE attention Of Printers is respectfully called
i examination of Nec Hand Printing Press recently
patented by DIR. j. LEWIS of Buffalo, New York In pre-
senting this Press to the Trade rely entirely upon
merits as cheap and desirable article, combining in a
small space, all the requisites of a Printing Press.
The fact that Printers have long desired Press which
ducement in getting this up; and although Machine
Press yet work be done we'll and expcditiously by
boy. The platen acts the ; tympan the Or
dinary hand press being hung hinges and balanced
with spiral springs and when down upon the form the
power is given by pressing down upon the lever Tie
rolling OF the form under the aten being entirely dis
pcnsed with.
These Presses set ready for and be sent
to part of of the country with less expense than any
other Press, being less i'll size and weight We
making three sizes the smallest of which will make 500
impressions per hour cards and other small work for
which it is designed.
FRICEs, WEIGHT AND SIZE.
Half Cap, .......... 9l4xl3 1O14xl4 12O $50
Cap. p..:............. l4x16 l7x19 245 IS
Long Med or Proof. 9Ax24 1O15x26 $50 IS
They made entirely of Iron, and warranted
NJ. W. CHASE CO.,
Manufacturers and Sole PTOpriefOrs
Office No. East Swan street, Buffalo New York.
WELLS WEBB, Agents for New York.
Mcssrs. E. 6. GOODRICH & Co. at the PIONEER Office
at Saint Paul Agents for these Presses and will
ccive orders for them at manufacturers prices adding
transportation. One of them constantly be in
operation AT the PIoNEER Office. We recommend them,
after full trial of their capacity for good and speed
june 29-dtf E. s GOODRICH co.
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st. 39ant aD0'ts.
MINNESOTA RIVER OUTFIT!

WHOLESALE AND RETAIL.
IHnd Street, betueen Roberts and Minnesota.
ID PRESLEY, has just returned from below with an
ID. extensive Groceries and Provisions,
and oa large stock Of Fancy Articles to be exhibited in
the Fancy store, next door, and ready for .ale.
His Groceries and Provisions consist in part OF the ol
lowing, viz:
BACON MoI-AsSES.
5 hhds country Hams, no brls Beloh's 5 IL in Ills and
D sugar cured do. quarters,
shoulders, s.. Golden syrup,
5 clear sides, t2O kegs do.
8 casks do. Beef FISH.
5 chests Y Hyson 20 brls Mackerci. in hfs and
g Imperial, qrs, Nos. l, 2, and 8;
" Gunpowder, brls Herring;
Also, variety of !. ID, 3 fresh cove Oysters;
ID, ? 3, and ID. boxes. 20 doz small box sardnes.
COFFEE PRESERVES GLASS.
20 sacks Rio Peaches Ounces Pears;
10 - Government Java strawberry, Raspberry and
I" LaSuayra. Currant Jelly;
II hhds New Orleans cAxDIEs AND SOAP.
3 hhd. prime, do. Fifty boxes star Candles;
80 bis of A and clarified, . - pressed do;
lO - crystalized boxes solar sperm.
10 - crushed, FLOUR.
10 - powdered, Fifty brls Mess Pork;
S - loaf =. " Jasper Mill Flour
:: d" Sinsinawa do
MISCELLANEOUS FAMILY GROCERIES.
IOminy, Corn meal Rice Beans bag salt box do sale
aus soda and acid Yeast powders, Chocolate Cocoa and
Isroma Corn starch Coffee, ground Coffee Matches
lrOoms Brushes and Mops with handles, Clothes Lines
Bed Cords stove Backing and Lamp Wckng, Cider Vine
gar Dried apples and Peaches Buckweat Flour and Rye
Pepper MaS ISb '1n %ow H99 Was d. and
Painted Tubs, Cedar do; Ladies' Rolling Pins and
Zinc Washboards, Dppcrs; Knife Trays;
lppers Keelers; Potato Mashng Boxes;
Chopping Trays and Bowls; Buckets, Axe-helves;
Spoons Butter-knivcS; Market Baskets
Clothes Baskets.
CIGARS AND TOBACCO.
We always have the largest and best stock, which
blcs us to sell lower than else in the city.
In one word-my stock Includes everything in the Gro
Line, wcn viii hc sold cheaper than the chca pest
and respectfully inform all friends and the public
generally that whatever they may wish in my line of bust
can be obtained either at wholesale retail.
b. PRESLEY,
st. Paul. May 20, 1854. diff