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Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1855-12-29
DEATH.BED sCENEoF AARON BURR.

A statement having recently been made
that Col Aaron Burr died an unbeiever in
the Christian religion, the Rev. DR.. Vanpelt,
a venerable Episcopal clergyman, of New
York, in reply to letter from S. G. Reid.
jr., states that he was frequently with him at
a hotel on Staten Island during his protract-
ed illness, and at the moment of his DEATH
The time spent with him was chiefly employed
in religious conversation, concluding with
prayer. Being asked as to his views of the
Holy Scriptures Col. b. responded, They
were the most perfect system of truth the
world had ever seen" Two hours before his
death, the Rev. Mr.. Vanpelt Informed him
that he could not survive much longer. He
replied, II am aware of it," Mr.. Vanpelt
thus describes his last moments:
"With his usual cordial concurrence and
manifest desire. we kneeled in prayer before
the throne Of heavenly grace--imploring
Gods mercy and blessing. He turned in his
bed; and put himself in an humble devotion.
al posture, and seemed deeply engaged in the
religious service, thanking me, as usual, fol
the prayer made for him.
"Calm and composed recommended him
to the mercy of God and to the world of his
grace, with last farewell At about
o'clock, p. NJ, without groan or a struggle
he breathed his last. His death was easy and
gentle as taper in the socket, and as a sum
mer's wave that dies upon the shore. Thus
died Col. Aaron Burr"
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1855-12-29
DEATH AND VANITY.

The st. Louis Herald of Wednesday says /:
"Some Of our fashionable ladies owing to
an excess Of vanity, in order to give tone and
permanency to their complexion or, as they
say "to improve their complexion are in the
habit Of taking arsenic in small doses. With
in the past week two ladies of this city, men,
bers of wealthy families, and ladies Of fashion
have died very Suddenly. Their nearest
friends and relatives say that they were ar
senic eaters; but in order to guard against
scandal, the real cause of their death has not
been made public. However, those same
persons do not hesitate TO say privately that
an over dose OF arsenic was the real cause OF
their death. Ont Of respect for the living re-
lations. We forbear mentioning the names OF
the ladies, and only allude TO the circumstance
for the purpose of warning Others of the
great danger and risk they run in continuing
such a dangerous and baneful practice
Vanity must, indeed. be an almost uncontrol-
liable passion with persons who, to crafty it,
will hazard their very existence. There is
no doubt Of the fact that this practice is gen.
eral among our fashionable butterflies, at
least, TO such an extent as to become alarm.
ing"
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1855-12-29

gg The PHILADELPHIA AND SUNBuRY
RAILRoAD.-There is probably no rail road
in this country more ably and economical lily
managed than the Philadelphia and Sun
bury Railroad. Since March last, eight
trains per day have passed over the road
carrying, among other things, over 100000
tons of Coal-keeping three engines almost
in constant use, yet the repairs, for motive
power, up to few weeks since, did not, in
all, exceed fifteen dollars. Mr.. Fisk, the
Superintendent, is not only an excellent
practical mechanic. but practical business
man in every respect, who has the confidence
and respect of all connected with the road
We need not say that the employees, on the
road, are all careful and trustworthy men, as
the result Of its management clearly shows
this. Judge Helfenstein, wLo succeeded Da
vid Longaeeker Esq, is now President of tn,
road, both energetic and enterprising men.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1855-12-29
GLEANINGs FROM OUR NEIGHBoRs S.

EY MhroY.-The editor of the Miltonian
says he is not particularly fond of turkeys,
but asks some kind hearted subscriber to pre-
sent him with big fat gobbler. We eypect
two this week and also expect TO pay the
highest market price, cts. per pound, live
weight, for the same. Jonas X ohler killed
two hogs l5t months old, one weighing 42s
the other $40 pounds. The Sunbury and
Erie road intend putting new Locomotive
on their road. The Democrat compliments
the International Express. We wish we
could do the same. 1t costs us more for ex-
pressing goods to this place from Philadei-
phia, than from that city to Pittsburg three
times the distance. The store of Raup d Sa-
vidge, Turbutville, was entered in the night
and the money drawer robbed of six or seven
dollars. A man named Mcbride was CON-
mitted to Jail for the offence.
psr WILLIAMPoRT-The Gazette copies
from the Press, horrible steam saw mill
accident, the particulars and circumstances,
as well as the name of the suffer and doctors
who attended, all exactly like the one that
occurred here. Williamsport is hard to beat.
The Gazette has long article on the future
destiny Of Williamsport as lumber and iron
manufacturing place. Col. Thos. w. Lloyd
has declined reelection as Cashier of the
West Branch Bank. The directors pay him
high compliment for the faithful and efficient
manner that he discharged his duties for l3
years. The Colonel is deservedly popular
every where by all who know him.
observation-disclosures exertions are
now making in favor of the Spruce Greek
rail road. A large meeting was held at Lew.
isburg last week, on the subject. Lock Haven
or the other hand is strongly contending fol
the Tyrone route. President Malcom, lee
tured on Tuesday evening last. Subject
"Phrenology unsatisfactory as a system o.
mental Philosophy" The inquest on the
! farm of the late James. NJ oore, Sr., between
Lewsburg and Milton valued the same, (2II
acres) at $4,000, or slO0 per acre. A larg'
number Of proposals have been received of
fering to put up the County buildings o
Union County for less than $4,000. The
Jury in the case of the Commonwealth VS.
II. d. Rotharmel late Supervisor on the Sus
quehanna Division of the Pennsylvania Cana
for an alleged embezlement of the funds O
the State, brought in q verdict of not guilty
The suit was conducted by Casey and Slenker
for the sureties, and Miller and Maynard 70
defendant.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1855-12-29

GEN. HARNEY wIILHG'To FIGHT TUE Sioux
INDIANS If THEY WISH wAR.-The st. Louis
Democrat, Dec. ls, has the following CORES
pondence:
.AbOre Fort Pierre, Nov. 10th. 1855.
A few days ago thirty or forty Sioux In
dians came to Fort Pierre to pay visit to
Gen. Harney. He held council, and had
Campbell. the interpreter, to tell them that
he wanted ten of the principal men of each
band of the Sioux to come and see him with
in one hundred days; and should they listen
to his words. and do as he wanted them to
do. it would be for their good-he would
make peace with them But if any of the
bands should not come at the above time he
wants then to know that they wish to fight
He told them it was immaterial TO him how
they acted, as he would just as soon fight as
have peace that he was sent by their Great
Father to fight them but since he had killed
the brutes, he had pity on them. All the
Indians that have come to see him, say they
don't want to fight. They want to live. Hi
told them that "he could not fight men tha
didn't want to fight"
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1855-12-29
AUCTION AND PRIVATE SALE.
Worthy the Attention of Every Man

HAVING positively determined TO leave Sun
II bury on the lst of February next, intend
selling my large Stock Of Clothing and other
Goods at and below cost at private sale, and next
month at Auction. My stock embraces large
variety Of very desirable goods of different kinds
CLOTHING Of different styles and makes 20.
rious qualities and prices, such as Winter coats
from S2:75 upwards; Overcoats from $500 and
higher Pants and Vests in proportion Hats
and Caps, Boots and Shoes, Shirts, Undercio-
thing, Boys Clothing, pistols, jewe!ry, hosiery,
and all other kinds of goods generally kept in Il
Clothing Establishment. have also on hand u
vrriety Of Summer Goats. vests and pants also
Summer Hats of different Styles all of which
will sell at tremendously low prices.
The Auction will commence on the 7th Of
January next, and will continue through that
week every day and evening. afterwards
Monday Wednesday and Saturday. The public
will find i, to their advantage 10 call early and
buy at private sale they have then good
sortment to pick from, and shall buy goods at
low prices as they will probably be sold by Auc-
| ton.
My store is in Market Square, is known, and
can hardly be missed.
ALBERT ELSBERG.
Sunbury Dec. 22, 1856
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1855-12-29

Ca THE MAIL IRREGULARITIES, between
this place and Pottsvillc are becoming too
frequent to be longer endurable. On Satur-
day last the mail for this place was left at
Shamokin and was brought in on Monday
night. On Wednesday evening again, there
was no mail, cause.-The connexiop. On Thurs
day evening no mail, it having again been
left at Shamokin. Thus in the last FIVE days
we have had only two mails, and three fail
ures. 1t is high time the Postmaster Gen.
eral should look into the causes of these fire.
guent failures.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1855-12-29

DEATH OF MIsER.--The Sandusky (0hio)
Vindlcator announces the death of German
named John Herryman, ut that place, leaving
a fortune estimated at from twenty FIVE TO
fifty thousand dollars. lie was one of the
lowest class Of misers. equal to the most
loathsome ever painted hy Dickens. For the
last sixteen years he has constantly worn the
same blue, lnsey-woolsey wamus and panta-
looms, carefully run or darned all over with
strong thread. so as to prevent the possibility
OF wearing out, except on some important oc-
casions, such as land sales or something of
that nature, when they gave place to suit OF
black velvet that he often boasted had served
him faithfully for forty years. He contracted
the disease Of which be died by walking over
the bad roads during the most incement
weather OF the season, all the way TO Putnam
and Henry counties TO pay his taxes on the
land he owned there. without sufficient clio.
thing TO protect him from the cold. In fact
we are informed that he scarcely ever wore q
shirt or under garment, aud that the one he
had on when he died had not been changed
for over three months. Although rich, hs
has been known TO chatter with the SMITH
over the price OF horseshoe which he has
picked up in the street. So FAR as is known
be leaves no heir. He always resented an,
questions as to the place Of his birth. relative
or early history.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1855-12-29


The new Lutheran church in this place was
dedicated to the service of God on Tuesday
last. with appropriate ceremonies. The
weather was of the most unpleasant character
muddy roads, and rain and sleet all day
Many persons who had been expected from
distance were prevented from coming
Notwithst andng the inclemency of the
weather respectable audience was gathered
within the walls of the church. The Rev.
DR.. Kurtz, from Baltimore, preached the
opening sermon on the occasion. The other
clergymen present were the Rev. Messrs.
Willard, Cutler, Sheeder, Parsons, Born,
and Ehrehart. When the collection was
about to be taken up, DR.. Kurtz and Mr..
Born. the worthy pastor of the church,
made statement Of the financial condition
of tie church. The exhibit showed that the
balance of the debt due, on the church, was
about SlS0000. OF this sum, DR.. Kurtz
thought about $1,000 ought to be raised by
the members Of the church, and the balance
might be obtained from outside sources. The
prospect of large contribution did not seem
very flattering under the circumstances, but
we rejoice to say when the sum total was ad-
ded, it was found that the contributions
amounted to the handsome sum of One thou
sand and twenty-eight dollars The church
is large, comfortable, and we'll finished
building-and is highly creditable, not only
to the congregation and its pastor, but to
the builders, whose energy and enterprise is
in every way worthy of commendation.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1855-12-29

COLUMBIA. S. c., Dec. 2O.-The Legisla-
ture of South Carolina adjourned last mid
night sine die. The bill to give the election
of Presidential Electors to the people was
lost. The bill for the improvement Of the
grade Of seamen was not reached. The bill
to prevent non-residents from hunting and
ducking in the State, passed.
The meeting called to appoint Delegates to
the Cincinnati Democratic National Conven-
tion, did not act for want Of time, but it is
understood that over fifty members of the
Legislature are in favor Of the State being
represented in that Convention.
The meeting called 10 consider the state Of
affairs in Kansas declined 10 take any cotton
for want of reliable Information,
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1855-12-29
PRICE CURRENT
New Advertisements.
AUDITORS, NOTICE.

N Office is hereby given, that the UNDER
~ signed Auditor appointed by the Orphans
Court of Northumberland county to audit the
exceptions to the account of Daniel Cameron,
decd, filed by the Administrator of VIM. Gear
hart, decd, who was one of the executors Of
said ID. Cameron, decd, will attend 10 the duties
of his appointment at his Office in Sanbury, on
the 9Th of January next at 10 O'Clock, A. NJ,
when all persons interested may attend if they
see proper.
VIM. VI. ROCKEFELLER,
Auditor.
Sunbury, Dec. 2e, 1855.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1855-12-29

eg RETURNED FROM EuRoPE.-We were
pleased to meet Judge Helfenstein is this
place, few days since, his first appearance
since his return from tour in Europe. The
Judge was accompanied in his travels by bis
Father and appears in excellent health ard
spirits. Judge Helfensten is intimately con-
nected with most of the improvements in the
coal region. His numerous friends will be
glad to learn that he intends to spend most
of his time in Shamokin, hereafter.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1855-12-29
CONVENTION OF SCHOOL DIR ECTORs


On Saturday last convention of School
Directors was assembled in the Court House
in this place. according to notice given by the
State Superintendent, to vote on the ques-
tion Of raising the salary of the county Super
intendent. The convention was organized by
appointing Jacob Seasholtz President, Fl.
Gussler Vice President, and DR.. j. j. John
Secretary.
Resolutions were then offered by Mr..
Frick, of Milton, opposing the increase of the
salary Of the superintendent which had been
fixed at $3.50 per annum. These resolutions
after considerable discussion we're defeated.
Mr. Reimensnyder was then called upon
to make a statement of the additional duties
imposed upon him by the department, after
which MIR. Beard, of Sunbury, made motion
to raise the salary TO 5000 per annum. Mr..
Frick, of NJ ilton, offered an amendment fixing
the salary at 1851. Mr.. Peale, of Sunbury,
then offered an amendment to the amend
ment, making the salary s605 per annum, on
which vote was taken and resulted as fol-
lows, yeas II, nays IL. So the salary is now
fixed at S605 per annum. The convention
then adjourned. Sowe dissatisfaction was
expressed afterwards, as one of the directors
had voted by mistake in favor of the amend
ment but we understand that another Of the
directors who voted in the negative, said he
would vote aflirmatively, if another vote was
taken. 1t was admitted that Mr.. Remen
snyder was competent and faithful Officer
and it was also urged that the salary was pait
by the state and not by the county.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1855-12-29

The Coal trade since the close of the navi-
cation Of the Canals has dwindled down to q
few trains weekly. In few weeks, however,
q new outlet will reopen the trade. The
Sunbury and Erie road will be finished TO
this place and connected with the Philadel.
phia and Sunbury road, about the first of
January. When this is done coal will be ta-
ken direct from the Mines to Elmra and al
intermediate places.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1855-12-29
EE The Literary Society met ot the Couri

eE The Literary Society met at the Court
House on Wednesday evening last. Henry
Donnell, Esq, delivered his lecture on "Lazi.
ness" which evnced considerable ingenuity
and ability, and was well received, partly
perhaps, from sympathy, as a number went
away impressed with the idea that they pos
sessed some virtues which had been previously
looked upon in another light.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1855-12-29
VALUABLE FARM FOR SALE.
THNHE subscriber offers at private sale,


Il VALUABLE TRACT OF LAND,
situate IN Sugar valley, Green township, Clinton
county, ..atout mile from Logansville. and 8
miles from Lock Haven, adjoining lands of An
thony Kleckner, Geo. Crumley and Geo. Shook,
containing 22l acres, strict measure, all Of which
is excellent Limestone land-about 60 acres OF
which are cleared. and the balance well timbered
and watered. The Improvements are two story
Log House and log barn, near the western end
of the said tract, and an excellent young orchard
Of choice huit trees. Also another excellent
two story Log House and log barn on the east
ern portion Of said tract. The said premises are
so situated as to make two excellent Farms, and
will be sold together or separate, to suit purcha-
sers. Persons desirous of purchasing the above
property will please call on the subscriber, resi-
ding in Upper Augusta tp Northumberland
county, S miles from Sunbu ry, who will accom-
pany them to said premises. Terms reasonable.
GEORGE NJ. FORESTER.
December 80, lS55-H
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1855-12-29

ca Congress, or rather the House of Rep
resen;atives is still in disorganised state,
not being able TO unite in obtaining a majori-
ty for speaker. They have now been wrang-
ling nearly four weeks, and are not much fur
ther advanced in prospect than when they
were first assembled.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1855-12-29

NOTICE is hereby given that the co-par,ner-
~ ship heretofore existing under the name Of
s. WEAVER & Co., in Coal township, North
umberland county, was dissolved by mutual con-
sent on Friday, the 18th inst. The books are
left in the hands of the subscriber for settlement
on whom all persons knowing themselves in
debted to, or having claims against said firm,
will please call and settle Immediately.
ELIJAH CHlDESTER.
Shamokin, Dec. c2. ls55-2m.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1855-12-29

SP Z CT a Q LIE 8
Of every variety, size and quality. new in
vention Of Spectacles, for distant close reading
with god silver, steel and tortoise shell frames,
and new and improved assortment of perifocal
ground flint Glasses Of his own manufacture. He
would particularly call the attention Of the public
to his Spectacles for
NEAR SIGHTED PERSONS,
and for persons who have been operated upon for
cataract of the eye, and to his new kind of glas-
ses and ConssrveIs Of the sight made OF the best
flint and azure Glasses. Good Glasses may lie
known by their shape, exact centre, sharp and
highly polished surface. The qualities are to be
found in high degree in his glasses. Also
Microscopes, Spy and Quissing Glasses Of
every size and quality; Telescopes, Mag-
nifying and Opera Glasses,
with different powers, together with every variety
of articles in the Optical line not mentioned.
Optical and other Instruments and Glasses
carefully repaired st short notice. He can al
ways select Glasses to suit the vision OF the per-
son, as he sees them. upon the first trial. He
will remain in this place during January Court
and those in want Of ,hs sbove articles will please
give him call
He will, if required, 90 to any respectable
house whore his services may bs wanted.
II The vssy bsa Bye water always for sale.
pecvmbsr ~, isss.--I
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1855-12-29
ess' The Carrier tenders the commitment

es The Carrier tenders the compliments
of the season, to the subscribers of the Amer.
ican, and respectfully informs them that he
will wait on them with his Annual Address
on Tuesday the first of January next. We
trust, that as he calls on them, only on one
OF the fifty-two weeks of the year, on his own
account, that he will not be deemed an un.
welcome visitor, and meet with the reward he
so well merits.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1855-12-29

gIr The Legislature will commence its ses-
sion on Tuesday, the lst of January next
We presume but little will be done until af-
ter the election Of U. s. Senator. Who
will be the successful candidate it is difficult
to conjecture.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1855-12-29

NOTICE is hereby given that DR.. J. w. Peal
4 has placed his book accounts, notes, &C..
in the hands Of the undersigned for collection,
at whose Law Office all persons indebted to said
J. w. Peal, whether on book or note, are re-
quested to call and make payment on or before
the 18th day Of February 1856, all accounts
&C., unsettled at that date will be sued.
s. K. PEAL.
Snnbury, Dec. %, 1856
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1855-12-29
D E A T II S.

On the 2lst inst, SAMUEL HAHN,
aged ninety seven years six months and five
days. Mr.. Hahn spent the greater part Of
his life in this place. and was, at the time Of
bis death. the oldest inhabitant in it.
In Point township, on the 10th inst. RA-
CHEL ANN LEMON. daughter Of William
Lemon. deceased. ssed sbcut II yesfs.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1855-12-29

o. Professor CHARLES f. McCAY, son Of
RoBERr MoCAY, ESQ, formerly Of Northum-
berland, has been appointed President Of
South Carolina College, the same distin.
guished situation formerly held by Judge
CooPER.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1855-12-29

ca SNow.-We were visited on Wednes-
day morning with fierce snow storm, giving
promise of plenty of sleighing. but its dura-
tion was short. During the night the weather
blew up cold, and on Thursday morning at
six o'clock, the mercury stood at &c above
zero.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1855-12-29

I9' We observe by an Auburn California;
paper, that our friend, Mr. EDw. NJ. HALL,
late of Sunbury, Pa, has established bank
ing house at that place and at Yankee Jims,
in connection with Mr. j. S. SoorT. We
hope the new firm will be successful,
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1855-12-29

g. Losses BY FIRE-Losses sustained by
the Lyeoming County Mutual Insurance Com
pany from September 10th, 1855, to December
10th, 1855, being the I'd quarter Of the pre-
sent fiscal year, as given in the Muncy Lumi-
nary, amount to S7l,029 81.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1855-12-29
sUNBURY.
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 20, 1855
H. B. MAssER, Editor and Proprieto,

To ADVERTISERS The circulation OF the Sunbury
American among the different towns on the su,quehsnnu
"not exceeded fequaed by any paper published in North
eIn Pennsylvania.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1855-12-29

DIR. IvEs.-Ths distinguished DR.. Ives
late Episcopaiian Bishop Of North Carolina,
aud now member Of the Catholic Church,
will isetsrs in Philsdeiphia nsxt wesk,
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1855-12-29

"a" The communication from Shamokin
in regard TO Christmas celebration, came
after our paper was made up.--It will appear
in our next.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1855-12-29

The subscriber desirous of leaving soon
possible. will sell to Merchants and others who
may favor him, at wholesale, lower than Phla.
delnhia rates. any or all his goods on hand. His
stock comprises a Aariety of goods adapted to the
season, is pretty large yet, so that he can give all
Assortment of sizes and qualities to buyers.
Merchants will find it to their advantage to
call early.