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LIFE AND DEATH.

We went day or two ago to visit an old
and dear friend, between whom and ourselves
for many weary years there had been little
communication. We found him where we
sought him-but there was a guest at his
hearth we had not thought to meet. Death was
there. In little backroom, about whose case
ments heavy pals were twined together. eX-
'cluding the gay sunlight that lay so lovingly
upon the the outer sill, there were two coffins
one little and one large. And within these
two coffns, clothed in whitened raiment, there
were two corpses-the one that Of an old man,
and the other that of q babe. In the same
hour, infancy and age-the grandsire and his
Youngest darling-had broken away from the
earth-anchorage. and drifted out upon the
Stygian waves towards the Better Land.
1t is often thus that the old and the young
go togetherto their long sleep. Daily, almost.
We behold the scythe of the dark Reaper cut
ting down alike the growing flower and ripened
grain. gathering them in one sheaf into the
upper garner. He, Of ak haryesters, is the
most rem erseless; his the only scythe whose
edge is never dull. Yet He that commissions
the stern old Reaper doeth all things well-and
will make the dark things clear and the crook
ed straight, in that day, when the scythe and
the shroud together shall be put away forever
frem the presence of the ransomed.
The old man and the babe were friends
each treasure TO the other-during life, and
In death they were not divided. The same
bark bore them to the pearly strand-the same
angel led them through the golden gates: and
now, over one harp they sing together in
Heaven.
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CoLoRs.-It was generally kncwn of course,
that the sun was the source of all light, but it
was not so generally known or thought of, that
the sun was also the origin of all the colOrs
presented to the eye. 1t WAS not so generally
known that hence summer borrowed her green
mantle, and winter hervestal robe-that every
flower of the garden was not bright and beau
tiful of itself, but simply because it reflected
the SUMS rays. and borrowed all its tints and
attire from the solar beams. Nor was it well
known that all the splendid colors of the min
eral kingdom were but the reflection of the
SUMS rays-the purple of the sapphire-the
green of the emerald-the red of the ruby--or
the brillent light OF the diamond, all came
from that souroe.-frofessor Oiuistead,
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WEAK VIRTUE.-sWhat brought you here z
said n lone woman who was quite illustrated
the othermorning by an early call from bach
elor neighbor who lived opposite, and whom
she regarded with peculiar favor, although she
had never dared. to tell her love, but 'slet con-
cealmeat, like a worm in the bud, hide in the
f'urrows of her unwrinkled face and change her
skin to parchment. d came to borrow match
es,' said the intruder, meekly. Matches !!
that's a likely story! Why don't you make a
match yourself? I know what you come for,
cried the exasperated old virgin, as he backed
the bachelor into corner. You come here
to kiss me almost 10 death. But you shan't-
without you're the strongest, and TIE Lord
kHous yoY are ~
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NEW FERTILIZATION & SHOWERS would
inform the public that they have just opened
n and splendid assortment of Goods of every
variety. at the old stand of II d. PATTON at Cur
wensviie At their store may be found almost
every yhing adapted to the wants and necessities of
the people of this region. Dress-goods. Lawns,
Laces, Gloves, Cloths, Cassimcres, Clothing Hats,
Caps, Boots Shoes, &c, &C. of the best quality and
at the lowest prices
Alsoa splendid assortment of Hardware, Queens
ware and Groceries.
They invite all persons to give thsm a call, full
ly assured they will be able to render entire salts
faction III. -. PATTON,
L. A HIPPEL.
Curwensville June 10 IS54-ly
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t1,HE UNION SAFE ..-THREE CHEERS

FENHE UNION SAFE !---THREE CHEERS
il FOR AMERIGAi-THE CHEAP CORNER TRI-
UMPHANT,- We take this method of informing the
public in general, and the citizens of Curwensyille
and vicinity in particular, that have received
usual large and varied selection of Fall aaa
Wiuter Goods, suited to the wants of every, man,
woman and child in the community. And We
have hesitation in saying, that purchasers will
find it greatly their advantage to call and exam
inc stock before purchasing elsewhere.
Our stock consists in part, of Ladies Dress
Goods in great variety such plain black, fancy
silks, Turk satins berege deains, black and fancy
Alpacas, plain and plaid Ginghams, Manchester
and Domestic Ginghams Calicoes of every style,
and quality, at prices ranging from up to 15cts.
Black, blue, and brown French and English
cloths plain black doeskin and fancy cassimeres,
black, blue, brown and green sattinets.
Checks, tickings fannels, muslins toweling. ho-
siery gloves shirts, ready ymade clothing, &c, &c.
Carpetng and floor oil cloth, window and wall
paper and boidering, and oiled Window shades.
Shoes of all descriptions for ladies, misses and
children, together with large assortment of
Mems and boys hats, caps, boots and shoes.
Hardware. planes, &c, Glassware. Queensware,
Cedar and Willow ware, corn brooms, &c. &c.
Also, large assortment of Fresh Groceries. viz
Rio Cetfee, Imperial, Y. III. and Black teas \. o..
sugar, crushed and loaf sugar, New Orleans and
Syrup molasses. clarified and cider Vinegar, &c.
Rosin and Fancy soaps: sperm, star and mould
candles All of which will be sold in quantities
to suit purchasers at the cheap Corner Store of
PATTON & NIPPLE.
Nnvamber 1874
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popnInr Sung,
POOR UNCLE TOM.


A look of gloomy, bitter sadness,
Rests on every creature;
Gone is every sign of gladness,
Joyless every feature;
Torn away ere scarce warning
Came that We must sever;
With us at eve-bat in the morning
Tom was gone forever!
CAorus.-Poor Uncle Tom farewell!
For evermore,
Time will thy virtues tell
When life is Ger.
He trod the steamers deck detected,
And naught he thought could cheer him,
Still he was not by al, neglected
= sweet child gambold near him,
And gazing on his face with sorrow,
She kindly said, s'Why sigh you2
Don't weep, and then perhaps tomorrow,
My father dear, will buy you.''
Poor Uncle Tom the voice
OF that young child
Made his lone heart rejoice
He sighed and smiled.
Hark what a cry to heaven ascends
Eva, the planter daughter,
Whose life on some swift aid depends,
Now struggles in the water;
A bound-a splash-and old Tom leaping,
Ahead of every other,
Rescues the child and brings her weeping
To her distracted mother,
Poor Tom is now at rest
In the dark grave,
And those who knew him best
Now mourn for the slave.
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rtyHE RED FLAG vIcroRIous-Tbe Blood

TEyHE RED FLAG VICT0RI0US.-The Blood
4 Red Banner floats in triumph, on the .'Oid Cor
Sfore,' where 4. NJ. HILLS has just opened the
cheapest and most splendid assortment of Goods
displayed before this community and exactly
adapted To their many and various necessities.
Every variety of Hats, Caps, Bonnets, Boots
Shoes, Cloths, Cassimcres. and all other kinds of
dry-goods that unapproachabe by any other
similar articles, either in beauty of style, quality
price
Also an excellent assortment of Groceries, Hard
ware Stone and Queensware, with fancy articles
al inJHitibDs
Ho defes competition and invites all persons to
give him call AT the ..Otd Garner which has tru-
iy become the 'Bazarr' of Clearfeld
Every attention will be shown to customers and
visitors. and pains will be spared to send all
smiling away, loaded with his beautiful and yalua-
Bile goods never surpassed in Ciearfield.
A. NJ. HILLS.
Clearfeld. June 15 1S5i-Iy.
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Great OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES AnnoUneemen6
EHNHAT the largest cheapest. and best assortment
4 of Goods ever brought into Clearfeld county,
have Just arrived, and offered for SALE at the
New Store of the subscribers, near the JOnTRcI
Office Ciearfed. Pa. Never before has n more
brilliant and at the same time 4 cheaper lot OF
Goods been offered to this community. They have
all been selected with view to the wants and ne
cessties of the people of this particular locality
after long experience, and intimate acquaintance
with their business connections.
Dry Goods of every variety, Dress Goods, Cloths
Cassimeres, and Clothing: Boots and Shoes, Hats
and Caps Honnets and Shawls, together with
large and splendid assortment of Queensware.
Hardware and Groceries.
Defying all competition they solicit their friends
and the public to give them a call and examine
their stock MOSS0P & P0TTARFF.
June II IS54=IY.
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H EB0'S COMMERCIAL HOTEL, No Is. South
HA Sixth st. Philadelphia. The subscriber has
recently enlarged and fitted up his house, and is
now enabled to compete successfully, with any es-
adjustment in the City. His are comfort
able and well ventilated. and his table furnished
with the best in the market. He respectfully soli
ctS the large circle of his Clearfed friends 10 give
him call when they visit the city.
JACOB G. LEBO.
June 13, IS54.-1y.
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EOHN r. MORROW, Cabinet Maker Shop oppo-
~ site NJ L. Church, Cleariield, Pa keeps con-
stantly hand and makes to order, all ksnds of
Furniture such as Tea Tables, Card Tables. Cen
tire Tables Sofas Spring Seated Chairs, Bedseds
Bureaus Wash Stands Cupboarls, Safes, &c &c.
Collins made on the shorsest notice. and Funer-
ais attended JOHN r. MORROW.
june 13, IS54.-1y.
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a. NJ. HILLS, D. d. S. Office adjoin-
SS1fSsS-sa ing his Store, Clearield. Pa. Artii-
SLlIlIy cial Teeth. from one to full set, meur-
ted in the most approved modern style
Filling, Filing, and Cleaning done with care
and neatness.
Teeth extracted with all the care and dispatch
modern science can furnish.
DR. HILLS. always be found at his Office,
as he is devoting his whole attention to his
profession June IA. 81,
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rThe darkies, Doesticks says, are all
built after the same model; hand like s,ioul-
der of mutton, teeth white milk, feet of
suitable dimensions for a railroad, and mouth
big enough for the depot; have all got six toes
on each foot, skull like an oak plank, nose
like split pear; and the back extends in
wardly four inches and half.
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NEW FIRM-TROUTMAN d ROWE, House,
! Sign and Ornamental Painters,-Glaziers,
Chair makers, and Paper Hangers offer their SER
vices to the citizens of Clearfeld and vicinity
Shop Market St, just below the Foundry.
They keep constantly on hand. and make to or
der every variety of Chairs Lounges Sofas &C. &c.
Chairs, and Sofas made equal in beauty to any that
can be obtained from the City, and more durable
in workmanship and material.
JOHN TR0UTMAN.
June IA. '54.-1y. ROBERT ROWE.
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FE1HE GOOD INTENT HOTEL, and Stage Office,
4 CurwensviIle, Pa. The Subscriber would in
form his friends and the public that he has just
fitted and re-furnshcd his house and is prepared
to render every attention to the travelling commu-
nifty.
His bar contains liquors of the first quality, and
his table will always be supplied with the best in
market.
He respectfully solicits his friends and others to
give him call WM. r. FLEMING.
June If. "a.
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HIONEER MILLS, NORRIS TOWNSHIP
4 CLEARFIELD COUNTY. - The subscriber
keeps constantly on hand, at his mills, lumber of
all description, sorts and sizes. Pastering lath and
bills sawed the shortest notice. These mills
can run at any time during the season, having
neverfailing supply of water
All kinds of produce taken in exchange for lum-
Der, and the cash never refused.
HENRY GR0E,
September 20, 1954.-iy kylertown, P. 0.
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Coon LoGIo.-''Brudder Bones, can you
tell me de difference tween dying and diet
ing 70
ssWhy, ob course can, Samuel. When yOu
diet you lib on noffin, and when you die you
hab noffin to lib on.''
s.Well dat's different from what tort it was.
I tort it was race tween de doctorin stuff
and starvation, to see which would kill fust.'
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SETTLE UP All persons knowing them
Sselves indebted to the subscriber, by bond, note.
book account, or in any other manner whatever,
are hereby notified to come forward and settle
before the September Court as he is determined to
have his business entirely settled up by that time
Those unable to pay are requested to settle and
time and opportunity will be extended to them
JAMES B. GRAHAM
Grahamton, Aug. 23d 1854.
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Nor BAD.-A correspondent of the Cincin-
natti Times, from Burlington, VT, relates the
following: Il am reminded-speaking OF
cheese-of little anecdote the stage driver
told me yesterday. We were passing an old
farm house with an untidy yard, and dilapida-
ted out-buildings, when he said:
"A Boston man got off a pretty cute speech
to the owner of that place tother day.
sWhat was it p I asked.
well he called at the house to buy cheese,
but when he came to look at the lot, he con-
cluded he didn't want 'em, they were so full
of 'skippers.'
so he made an excuse, and was going away !,
when the farmer said to him Look here
mister, how can get my cheese down to Bos-
ton the cheapest?'
The gentleman looked at the stuffa mo-
ment and saw the maggots squirnling, and
said well, don't know; let 'em be day
two, and gen can drire 'enl dGrnp
1t seems to me the answer was somewhat
pertinent to the OCCASION
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U.<Pomp, was We ever drunk ?''
sfNo; / was intoxicated wild ardent spirits
once, and dat's 'nufffor dis darkey. De Lord
bress you, Cesar, my head felt as if it was an
outhouse; all de niggers in de world appeared
to be splitting wood in it.''
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TWELVE AT A BIRTH.-A country editor, in
speaking of steamboat, says-'sShe has
twelve berths in her ladies' cabin.''
ssOh, life of me-" exclaimed an old lady on
reading tho above, 'swhat squalling there must
have been.''
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A NOVEL DEPor.-sLook here Pete,' said a
knowing darkey to his companion, don't STAN
on the railroad sWhy, Joe? p
'Kase if de cars see dat mouf OBJ yourn, dey
will ink it am de depo' and run rite in p
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U~s.If were so unlucky," said an officer,
.sas to have stupid son, would certainly
make him a parson.'' A clergyman, who was
in the company calmly replied, ssyou think
differently, sir, from your father"
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A TEMPERANCE LECTURE.-:SDaddy, | want
to ask YOU question: s.Well, my son.
s'Why is neighbor Smiths liquor shop like a
counterfeit dollar ?'' II can't tell, my son.
"Because you can't pass it," said the boy.
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NEW GOODS AT THE CASH sTORE.-The
subscriber has just received large and well
selected stock OF GOODS of almost every descrip-
ton suitable to the season. which he is selling off
az extremely low prices. lie respectfully invites
the attention of all who wish to buy good Goods At
the lowest prices TO call at the sign OF the Cheap
est G Goods.
Country produce of almost every description ia
ken at market prices in exchange for goods.
Persons wishing to purchase. and receive a fair
equivalent for thoir money, will do well to give
him Il call.
Remember the sign of the CHEAPEST GOODS,
on Market street, and call and be convinced tina;
there is truth in the words thereon inscribed.
June I3, I75f. WM. T. IRWIN.
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IFE ASSURANCES SAVE YOUR LIVES,
IL AND YOUR MONEY, by having your life
insured in tho Susquehanna Mutual Insurance
Company of Harrisburg, Pa.
CAPITAL SI00 900.
CHARTERED MARCH 23d, 1884.
Any person can have their own life insured or
that of friend, from one to ninety years. Per-
sons of 2i years of age pay 81 - Der Sl00 year
ly At 80 years, $50 for Sl000,0J. yeally Cor life
The whole premium for life in ordinance is $3.50,
at the age Of . years. premium ditto, on Sloo, Is
525. 50.
DR.. f. V. WILSON. of CIearieId, Medical Ex-
aniner.
Amy information may be obtained from
DR.. A. 7. SCIIRYFER, Agent.
September 6, 1854.
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Glen Hope, July 5. 1854.

nANiEE DENNER, Cabinet maker Shop
ap same as formerly occupied by David Sackets
Clearfeld, Pa, keeps constantly on hand ut his
Furniture Ware-rooms. and man nufactures 10 order
at City prces.all kinds of Cabinet ware Dining and
Pier tables. Dressing cases. Cupboards. Bedstelds
Wash Stands, Spring bottomcd Chairs, Sofas, Safes
Bureaus Marble Topped Escritors &c. &c.
Cofiins made and funerals attended short
est notice
June -! IS54-Iy
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CIV BE cor FoR s5.---The .

NHT3AT CAN BE GOT FOR S5.---The IN
w dersgncd have entered into arrangement
by which they a,rec to furnish the knickerbocker
Magazine, (monthly,l the Home Journal, (ySeekiyl
and the Musical y Grid and Times [yeekly.l to
subscribers, At the very moderate price Of FIVE
dollars year sor the three publications all or
ders, enclosing that amount % Dyer = Willis, will
be promptly attended to
SAMUEL HEUSTON.
Publisher of the knickcrbocke.
MORRIS & WILLIS.
Publishers OF the Home Journal.
DYER & WILLIS.
Publishers of the Musical " orld and Times,
81 Broadway, New York.
NATION
Arrangements have been made to furnish the
knickerbockeT Magazine. the Home Journal and
the New York Musical World and Times. to new
subscribers. for five dollars year. This is cheap
literature, with vengeance The Knickerbocker
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will receive the three works named, for one year
Aug %. 1854.
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TOENG IT ALONE. 1.-The undersigned hay-
"a ing taken to himself the store formerly own
ed by Patchin Swan, takes pleasure il informing
his friends and the public generally, that he has
ust received from the city splendid assortment
of Dry Goods. Hardware. Queensware, Hats and
Caps, Boots and Shoes and every thing else usual
ly kept in a country store Persons wishing to buy
cheap and good Goods should not forget that he
is determined not to he undersoid by any store in
in the county His motto is "a nimble penny rath-
than a slow sixpenee."
S. C. PATCHIN
Glen Hope July 5. 1884.
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I'd
Il The subscriber would inform the public that
he has just completed large new building. on the
South end of Second Street, Clearfeld Pa. which
he has furnished and fitted up in the most comforta-
permanent boardcrs.
His charges will be moderate, and his house con-
dueted in decent, sober and orderly manner,
where all quiet and peace loving people, who may
visit Clearfeld can find a temporary home
JOHN s RADEDACH
JuIv IL 1874
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YE7YRONE CITY DRUG STORE.---The
Il undersigned having purchased the entire
stock of :. A. Martin, To ouid take this method of
informing the ''Natives, and the public generally,
that Drugs and family medicines of ali kinds and
in fact every thing that is generally kept in Il
Drug Storccan be had at this establishment cheap
than AZ any other in the country. This estab-
!ishment will be under the management of one
that has experience, and is well acquainted with
medicine, and IS also conPetant to precTibe for
all those that may require the advice of Physi-
elan. JAMES NJ. MARTIN.
F. s. privatc-Ofiicc attached