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The Sierra citizen., 1854-05-27
Congressional.

osNArE, April 4-Mr. Weller presented
Q petition from officers of the Army sta
TONED st Fort Yuma, CAL, asking an in
crease Of their compensation.
On motion of Mr.. Gwin, the bill author
izing the construction of six new war
steamers was taken up and passed. The
bill has now become law.
April l0-On motion of Mr.. Gwin, the
Senate proceeded to the consideration of
the Pacific Railroad Bill Mr.. G. ad-
dressed the Senate at some length in sup
port of the measure, as one of great
national Importance, in political, social
and postal point of view.
April 12-Hon. Truman Smith, of Con-
necticut, sent in his resignation, to take
effect after the oath of May.
Ho. OF REPS, April "A bill regula-
ting the pay of Deputy Postmasters was
taken up and passed. The bill grants
commission of sixty per cent. on any sum
not exceeding one hundred dollars, and in
Offices where the mail arrives regularly be-
tween the hours of P. NJ. and 5 A. NJ,
postmasters are allowed commission of
seventy per cent. Every Postmaster
whose commissions do no exceed five hun
dred dollars per quarter is allowed one
cent on all free letters delivered at his Of
fice; and two mills for newspapers for sub
scribers not chargeable with postage.
April l0-Mr. Dean, from the Com
mittce on Foreign Affairs, reported the
following resolutions, which were read
and after some debate referred back again
to the committee:
Resolred, That in the war which now
seems impending in Europe, it is the duty
Ms we'll as the manifest interest of the Gov
ernment of the United States to observe
and maintain strict neutrality between
all the belligerents; and in the event
of q war the rights Of our citizens and
the security of our commerce demand
the maintenance of the principle heretofore
asserted and strenuously contended for by
this Government, but not hitherto admitted
or established as the law of nations, "that
free ship make free goods, except as to ar
ticles clearly known as contraband Of war;
and thatthe neutral flag protects from un-
reasonable search and seizure the ship bear
ing it; and also that neutral property on
board vessel of any Of the beligerents is
not subject to seizure and confiscation.
Resolved, That the President of the
United States be requested, if in his opin-
ion not Incompatible with the public in
terests, to communicate to this House
whether any, and if any what arrangements
have heen made or what correspondence
has taken place between this Government
and any of tine Governments of Europe, to
establish the foregoing principles as inter-
national law, and to protect the neutral
commerce of United States.
April I2-Columbia Lancaster, Dele
gate from Washington Territory, appear
ed and took the oath of Office.
The bill for the transportation of the
mail between New Orleans and San Fran
cisco was then considered, and after con-
siderable debate, in which Mr.. Latham
participated it was indefinitely postponed
by vote of 80 to 50.
April IA bill to graduate and re-
duce the price Of Public LANDS was con-
sidered, read q third time and passed.
The Sierra citizen., 1854-05-27

TELEoRAM.-The Marysville Herald
gives the Greek derivation of this word,
which escaped the attention of Noah
Webster. We hope this may lead to the
elucidation of the word aPepagram!
The Sierra citizen., 1854-05-27
TsHE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF
4 CALIFORNIA, To Jerry Shea aud

LIZ LOA LIZ VI I'LL Gl ALI Or
4 CALIFORNIA, To Jerry Shea aud
Frederick Gerichten, Greeting:
You are hereby commanded TO be and
appear before me, George 4. Booth, Justice
Of the Peace in aud for the township of
Downieville, Sierra county, California, on
the 23d day OF June, A. D. 1854, at 10
O'Clock a. d., Of that day, to answer the
complaint OF Amos Wheeler, who demands
Judgment against you for the sum of four
hundred and cighty-siy dollars; due by
contract, US appears more fully from the
complaint now on file in my office, and in
case OF your failure to appear and answer
at that tine Judgment viii be rendered
against you for that sum, together with
costs AID money disbursements.
Ii testimony whereof have hereunto set
my hand this 22d day Of March, 1854.
GEO. \. BOOTH.
Justice of the Peace in and for the town
ship OF Downiev:ile, Sierra county, Cali
fornia
It appearing to my sati1faction, hy the
affidavit Of the piaintiH. that the defendants
arc nol-residen;s OF Sierra county, on mo-
tion Of plaintiffs attorneys, / hereby order
the above summons to be published in the
"Sierra Cliizcn," newspaper published
in Down;eville, Sierra county, California,
once week, for three months, and copy
of this order, summons and complaint, be
mailed to each OF said defendants, addressed
to their present places Of residence.
Dated Dowl:eville. March 22d. 1854.
GEO. A. BOOTH,
Justice of the Peace in end for the towI.
ship of Downievilic, Sierra CO.. California.
SPEAR & Co5sIrr, -Att'ys for PIN.
mar25 3m
The Sierra citizen., 1854-05-27
NJ. CHEESMAN. II. BEACH. wp. TEoRNpUEo.
Important 70 Mountain Traders.
CHEESAsAN & CO

IMPORTERS IND JO8BERS.
NOULD most respectfully cali the at
W tention of traders to their large end
well selected stock CT goods, principally Of
their OWN importation. consisting of liquors
OF every variety, provisions cf ,ii dcscrip-
tions, clothing. boots, shoes, and large
assortment OF hats; also, hardware, mining
implements, etc, all Of which will Lc dis
posed of upon the most reasonable terms.
Marysviilc, corner Of First street and
Plaza ap 22-3m
The Sierra citizen., 1854-05-27
VIM. HAWEEY s. Co..
Successors to Eaton, Babb & Hawley)
IMPORTERS AND GENERAL DEALERS

In Groceries, Provisions, Wines, Liquor
Segars, Hardware, Miners Tools, Clothing
etc., Commercial Block. corner First street.
Marysville, California. feb ll-3m
The Sierra citizen., 1854-05-27

CHLORoFoRM has been successfully ad-
ministered by thieves and burglars in Salf
Francisco
The Sierra citizen., 1854-05-27

PAPER-We intend to be sup
w piled at all times with an assortment.
feb lift E. ". HASKELL. i BRO.
The Sierra citizen., 1854-05-27
mar lift

r AIDES DRESS GOODS-Clothing
IL boots and shoes, stationery, ETC., etc.
a fine supply of each on band.
: feb lift E. W. HASKELL & BRO.
The Sierra citizen., 1854-05-27
Mistfuala0us.

nISSOLUTION OF CO-PARTNER-
II SHIP. The co-partnership heretofore
existing under the name and style of John
Troppman Il Co., is this day dissolved by
mutual consent. John Troppman having
purchased the interest of William Colds
worthy, will continue business at the old
stand. All persons indebted to scid firm,
will please make immediate payment, and
those having claims will please present the
same.
The subscriber will keep constantly on
hand choice liquors, ale, porter ind cigars,
wholesale and retail; and would respect
fully request the continuation of patronage.
JOHN TROPPMAN.
Dowuieville, Nav 9th. 1854. may 6-3t
The Sierra citizen., 1854-05-27
FU r NIT u RI,

Low ST MARKET RICES.
We shall enlarge our store in the course
Of fifteen or twenty days, and until that
time are prepared to offer great BARGAINS
TO OUR CUSTOMERS. Rather than be at the
trouble Of removing our goods to SOM
other place, we prefer to sell very
CHEAP EOR CASH.
Orders promptly filled, and goods packed
properly for country dealers. Come and
be concinccd.
HOWES d co.
Remember the rumbcr-1so Monteo-
merry street, opposite the Metropolitan
Theatre, San francisco. apr l5-tf
The Sierra citizen., 1854-05-27
WRIGHT & HAYWARD

A RE now receiving the largest stock and
"a most general assortment of goods ever
broughtinto Downieville. They have made
arrangements for being supplied during the
summer direct from San Francisco, and they
intend to keep up the reputation which the
establishment has hitherto possessed-that
OF keeping everything. AS specimens of
their assortment, please examine their ad-
rertisements below.
Mules are always in readiness to pack
to any part of the mines.
The Sierra citizen., 1854-05-27
Ws6 Aodertisenlents.
CORNELIUS 3. ADAMS. JOSEPH T. STEVENS
ADAMS & STEVENS
4 a 10 an0 General Igenen,
XNashiuetou CITY - G.

VNHE undersigned (both late of the Post
4 Office Department. have formed CO.
partnership for the practice of Law and the
prosecution of Claims before the Executive
Departments or Congress.
Business OF every description requiring q
personal services viii be promptly attended
Persons Who desire to make contracts
with the Government, can often obtain val
liable information by addressing US.
Having business connection with John
L. Shields, Esq, an enterprising business
man and lawyer of long residence in Hi
nois, we can locate lands, invest funds,
establish titles, and collect claims with
great advantage in that rich and rapidly
improving section of country.
EXTRA PAY TO OFFICERS, MARINES,
AND SAILORS.
By a recent law of Congress all officers,
marines and sailors of the United States
Navy, and officers and men of the Revenue
Service, who served in the Pacific. on the
coast of California, during the Mexican
War Or at any time from 1916 to 1852. are
entitled to extra pay. In case OF the death
OF any Of the above, the heirs can obtain
the same.
EX-POSTMASTERS AND NAIL CON
TRACTORS,
TO whom balances are often Que for ex-
ira compensation and errors in accounts,
can have their business properly and promt-
y done by addressing us
INVENTORS AND PATENTEES
May address us upon any business con-
nected with the procurement OF the con-
veyance of patent rights.
Observation-Disclosures G. Bro, Doviaie-
vile, California; who will forward pack
ages, letters, etc., and attend to any busi-
ness connected with car Office in California.
Address ADAMS tS STEVENS,
m27-tf Washington. D. c..
The Sierra citizen., 1854-05-27

I MEIER, dealer in Segars and Toi,ac-
- +. co, foreign and domestic Fruits, Oys-
ters, Lobsters, &C., wholesale and retail,
Bar. m2Otf
The Sierra citizen., 1854-05-27
]. w. MORRISON.

'ootS Gl11H SI1x)CS
No. 81 BGtt1fy street, Sen Traaci.ce,
II AS On hand. aud is constantly rcccir.
IL Ing, from the lest manufacturers in
the East, fine assortment of Boots and
Shoes, specially adapted to the mining
trade. Merchants Of Downieville and FUR
rounding country are respectfully solicited
to examine his stock Before purchasing
elsewhere
San Francisco, May 4, 1854. may l3-sm
The Sierra citizen., 1854-05-27
San frallfisfu.
HEHRYA. SMlTA g co.'s
$1OO.OOO!!!
OEE6<AND E&AHE11My
CONSISTING OF
$4,000 IN SLUGS!m
FARM, RESIDENCE, BUILDING
LOTS, PATCHES. &C., &c.
GUARANTEED to come OF at the Amer
" ican Theatre on the
4th dRy OF Gully, 1854.

AlCASes -. = SEe E0llaf EACH
To be had Of the Propr;etors, at their Of
fee, northwest corner Of Montgomery and
Merchant streets, or at the principal book
stores, hotels and saloons, throughout the
City OF San Francisco and the State.
FIRST GRAND PRIZE, Ten Thousand
Dollars in cash. $50. 900
SECOND GRAND PRIZE, one hand
some residence, consisting of
Acres Of Land, with beautiful
Cottage House in the City of
Oakland, on Broadway, within
FIVE minutes walk of the steam
beat landing. The Proprietors
own the property under the Pc
ralta title, and two years possess
sion. The same, with warran-
tee deed, will be given to the
drawer. Valued at. ........ $4,000
THIRD GRAND PRIZE, one rancho,
consisting of 100 Acres Of Land,
with good house, farming uten-
sis, etc. This valuable rancho
is located in San Jose Valley,
and is held under confirmed
Spanish title. A warrantee deed
will be given to the drawer
Valued at. ..... $500
to 254-Two Huueared and Fifty
valuable Building Lots in the
City of Oakland, the Brooklyn
of San Francisco, situated on
Broadway, within five minutes
walk Of the Landing. These lots
are unquestionably the most
beautiful sites for residences in
the State, and are too well known
to need description. The Pro-
prietors hold the Peralta title
and have possession. The draw
ers will receive warrantee deeds.
Size, 25xl00; valued low at 5000
each. :. $50 ,oo0
255 to 465--Two hundred and ten
fine Gold Lever Watches, hunt
ing cases, each Of equal value.
Valued at 500 each sci 900
450 to 660-Two hundred elegant
Chinese Shawls, high cost. These
Shawls are of the same quality
as are daily sold in this city at
$50 each; each one Of equal
value. Valued at $50 each $4,000
The Sierra citizen., 1854-05-27

N7ALL PAPER AND BORDER.-A
w large assortment .iust received, and
for sale by
m13-u r. F. -FTQEAT,
The Sierra citizen., 1854-05-27

ITO LET-Three stores to let in Meier's
i block. Inquire of
]. MEIER,
ap 29-3t Segar and Tobacco Store
The Sierra citizen., 1854-05-27

Main street, next to Sierra Drug Store,
Downieviile. m2O-4t
The Sierra citizen., 1854-05-27

e2 California street, San Francisco. ap15-41
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-03-01
WOodyvOrth's Youths Cabinet.
ILLUSTRATED DOLLAR MAGAZINE,

AN ILLO olhAIED DOLLAR MAGAZINE,
EDITED by FRANCIS c. WOODWORTH, au-
II thor of Theodore Thinkers Tales" Sto-
ries about Animals" "Unclc Franks Home Sto-
ries," Wonders of the Insect World" &C.
A new volume of this monthly-the most pop
ular Family Magazine in the Union-commences
with the number for January 1854
NOW rs THE TIME TO SUBSCRIBE.
Terms copy, one year, s1,OO; copies one
year 81 IL cents each; scopes, one year. so cents,
each; copies, one year. IS cents each
For Club of eight or more an extra copy will
be sent to the person who forms the Club. All
subscriptions must commence with the beginning
of volume-the January or July number.
Form your Clubs for the new volume in season.
A specimen of the first number will be sent to
any person desiring it for this purpose.
Postmasters in every part of the Union are au-
thorzed to obtain subscribers, and are allowed 25
per cent on all new subscriptions, when the full
price Zone dollar) is paid, or a copy of the work
when they forward subscriptions at the club prices
Money and post-ofice stamps may be sent by
mail. at the risk of the publisher
To- Send on your list of names for the new vol
ume, with the money addressed TO
ID. A. WooDwoRTH, Publisher, 1ls Nassau ST.,
New York.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-03-01

THE GRAIN SUPPLY IN THE WEsT-The St.
Louis Intelligencer Of the 18th has the follow
ing. -, e.h,.
city. who have been the past few weeks on a
tour to the Illinois and Upper Mississippi that
they found wheat very scarce, and notwlthstand-
ing the great drain on the country, much scarcer
than thew expected to find it. On the Illinois,
stored or otherwise, there are no large lots, il
an eycenrion of about $4,000 bushels be made,
which is The largest smount to be stored, and un-
sold in auy town or at any landing along that
river These gentlemen crossed the country
backward and forth, from the Illinois, to the Up
per Mississippi, and they declare to us that at no
point did they hear of or see an unusual stock of
wheat, but on the contrary, merchants and deal
'ers were complaining ola scarcity, and the ware
houses, barns and bins they saw bore full evil
;dence of the fact.
Prices range on the Illinois from 81 to 81 90,
and for extra lots as high as s. 25 has been paid.
At Quincy 81 80 to 81 80 was the range for the
best, and 5000 bushels had been bought by a
miller of that place some miles on the opposite
side of that river in Missouri at 81 %, delivered
at the place of sale. Immediately below and
above the rapids there is very light stock, not
more than sufficient to supply the demand of
that region with -four until harvest, and which
at several points was selling at 81 to IS per bar
rel
Corn and oats are reported abundant, particu-
larly the former, and at anything like unusual
prices, hundreds of thousands of bushels will be
sent to market. At no point was there any
marked scarcity of corn, and only in a few Sec
tons where oats are raised at all was there any
complaint of short supplies.
From this and other information, it is clearly
evident that the coming springs receipts of
wheat will not exceed, and may fall largely be-
hind hose of last year.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-03-01

STATE OF MICHIGAN, County of Ottawa, IS -
At session of the Probate Court, for said coun-
ty Of Ottawa holden at Grand Haven, on Mon
day the sixth day Of February, A. ID. 1854
Present, William Hathaway, Jr., Judge of Pro-
bate: In the matter Of the Estate OF William
Lasey, deceased:
ON the petition of the Administrators or SAD
" Estate requesting the time to be extended
for the creditors to present their claims to the
Commissioners Of said Estate, for adjustment, and
after full examination of the matter of extern
sion and consideration of the same, therefore 1t
is ordered and decreed, by this Court, that the
time be extended for the creditors of said estate
to present their claims for adjustment to Monday,
the first day of May next Given under my hand
and seal of the Court of Probate, at Grand Haven,
the 9th day of February, A. d. 1854. 1876 4w
WILLIAM HArHAwGY, JR., Judge of Probate.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-03-01

DIsNTEREsTED RELIGIOUS CoNvERsToN--The
good old Captain Davis, the celebrated navigator,
once wrote to Secretary Walsingham of the con-
version of the Red Indians, with an open mind
edness quite amusing. He says Z" If these
people Qhe Indians Of Amerca) were once
brought over to Christian faith, they might
soon be brought to relish more civilized kind
of life, and be thereby induced to take off great
quantities of our coarser wooden manufactured"
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-03-01

Apigeon roost, ten miles long by five broad,
in Franklin county, Indiana, it is said is now
swarnng with pigeons. The roar of their wings
on arriving and departing from the roost is tre-
mehdous, and the hocks during the flight darken
the heavens The ground is covered to the
depth of several inches with their manure
Thousands are killed by casualties from break
ing limbs'of trees, and hundreds Of hogs live
upon them
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-03-01

CALIFORNIA Observation-Disclosures min.
ing is becoming an important branch of Cali
forna industry. During 1853, the total ex-
ports of quicksilver from San Francisco amount
ed to 1880 TASKS, valued at Ss6S3,lS6. All
this, together with the large amount used in the
State~was the produce of the New Alanden'
mine, in the county of Santa Clara.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-03-01

'lNHE subscribers having purchased the stock
Il of Goods Of Messrs. Gilbert & Co.. have re-
moved them to their old stand, lately occupied by
II. Martin, where they will be happy to see all
their old customers, and as many new ones as will
call. We shall be making additions to our stock
in q few days, and will make it for the interest Of
all those wanting to purchase good Goods, at low
rates. to buy of us.
Our motto will be the Nimble sixpence," and
we are determined not to be undersold by any
other establishment in the Grand River Valley.
HAxToN CUTLER WARTS.
Grand Haven, Feb. % 1854
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-03-01

The Columbus, Mississippi, Democrat says -
I'VE would not vote for our father if he were
alive and advocated prompt and peaceful seces-
sion'" Nor we, but speaking Of secession, nobody
secedes from the belief in Perry Davis Pain Killer
On the contrary there are constant annexatons'
to the crowds who call upon the Agents. See ad
versement
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-03-01
FALL AND WINTER CLOTHING


THE IRVING HALL CLOTHING STORE
DORTER, BLAIR & Co has just received and ara
IL now receiving at their CLOTHING MANII-
FACTORY, a large and elegant stock of
Broadcioths, Cassimeres, Doeslins, vcstings,
Ovcrcoatings.
And is offering at prices which defy competition,
the most extensive and varied assortment of
READY MADE CLOTHING
That has been offered in Grand Rapids, all of
which is made in the best manner latest styles and
expressly adapted to the wants Of
GRAND RIVER CUSTOMERS.
His stock embraces complete assortment Of
OVERCOATS,
Such as Black Broadcoth, Blue, Brown, Olive,
Drab Beaver Peter Sham, Black and Blue Pilot,
Double Twilled Beaver Doeskin, Himaaya and
Kamtschatka.
: Fine Dress Frock and Box Coats, Black Blue;
Green and Olive Sacks, Pelto Cashmere, Business
Coats of oil styles and qualities, Tweeds and Ken
lucky jeans &c.
vests.E.Such as Black Satin, Figured, Black and
Colored Velvet Silk Plush, Broadcoth, Valencia,
Cashmere, comprising every variety adapted to
the city and country trade.
Fants.-Such as Black Doeskin Cashmere Fan
cy, Plaid, Sleeps Gray, Black and Blue Satinett,
IN fact, full and complete assortment
Custom Work and Merchant Tailoring.
All kinds of Clothing made to order in the most
satisfactory manner, and warranted to fit in all
cases. Garments will be made to order on short
notice.
FURNISHING GOODS
Comprises almost every article needed for use,
Slirts and Collars, Drawers and Undershirts in
Silk, SaXony, Merino, Cotton and Linen.
STOCKS AND CRAVATS.
Black and Colored Satin Tab Stocks, Black and
Colored Italian Silk Cravats, Embroidered Napo-
leon Ties, Plain Ties, Ericsson Ties Gloves Hosie-
ry, Suspenders, &c. My stock of
HATS AND CAPS
Is much larger than ever, embracing the most
fashionable style of black Silk Hats. Wool Kos
suth, Fur do, Fur and Wool Hungarian Hats, a
new article, Brush Hats of all qualities. Boys
Wool Hats, Mems and Boys Cloth Caps, all styles,
Silk, Wool, and Cotton Plush Hats.
Wholesale Department.
On account of the large increase Of My whole.
sale business during the past season, have been
obliged to add another Room devoted exclusively
to the wholesale trade
COUNTRY MER CHANTS
Are particularly invited to an examination of my
stock as they will find Goods better adapted to the
wants of their customers in this part Of the State
than elsewhere, which will be sold on the most ia.
vorable terms.
Grand Rapids, November 1, 1853.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-03-01

A cask of California wine has been presented
to the President Of the United States, by Sena-
tor Gwin, in the name of Mr.. Purdy, Lieutenant
Governor Of California, and Collector Hammond
OF San Fracisco. 1t is the grape and manufac-
ture of the State.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-03-01
More New Goods.

TTNHE propeller Pocahontas is now dischargng
Il at our dock the balance of our extensive win
ter stock, comprising additional Dry Goods, Hard
ware Boots Shoes, Crockery, Groceries, Cord
age, &c. &C.. we shall open as fast as time will per.
init, and will soon be ready for the rush of trade.
Nov. IA, 1853. FERRY & Sons
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-03-01

KoszTA.--Martin Koszta, the Hungarian en-
lie, is now engaged, we learn from the Chicago
Tribune, Gin studying book keeping in Judge
Bells Commercial College. AS soon as he be-
comes efficient in the practice, he will probably
accept of an engagement in the State Bank, 55
Clark street."
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-03-01

The Treasury Department has received three
dollars in letter, in which were written only
the words Restitution to Government"
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-03-01
FEBRUARY IA, ST. VALENTINE.

MEssRs. BARNS They say
Love is but frenzy,
Love is but dizziness.
1t wad ma let puir body
Gang about his business"
And Shakespeare says that cupid, the tabled god of
love, is that same naked bastard of Venus, who
was begot of thought, conceived of Spleen and
born of madness, that blind, rascally boy that
abuses every ones eyes because he has none of his
own" This is mere SANDER, for the pretty, little
fat, rosy-cheeked cherub archer, has sent on a
Splendid Assortment of Valentines
worth from five cents to two dollars piece, and
they are all for sale ut the Mill Point Drug and
Variety Store, by L. M. S. SMITH
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-03-01

A WARLIKE lNDIcATIoN--It is rumored that
orders came out by the Arabia for the return
home of all. or nearly all, the British ships of
war on the American coast, in the West Indies
and the Pacific.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1854-03-01

Snow, in Santiago, Chilli, is sold at two dol
lars per hundred pounds, and it is said that
the contractors do not give good weight at that