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Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1855-12-27

acknowledgements are inserted in the or
der in which they are handed IN.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1855-12-27
Neatly Printed Blanks.

Constables' and Justices blanks just printed
and for sale at our desk-cheap.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1855-12-27
BRANCH BANK OF TENN, SHELBrvILLE,}
Dacar, har 18th 1871

December 18th, 1855.
ORDERED, by the Board of Directors, that
" Notes discounted at this Branch Bank.
shall be considered all payable at maturity
but may be renewed for half, by special per-
mission Of the Board of Directors through
their officers, unless otherwise understood, in
cases of bad debts or security.
ROBT. MATHEWS. Pres't.
iShe'byuizle; Tenn, Dec. q, 1355-2m.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1855-12-27

."The whole press of Philadelphia are ont in
favor Of Hollands German Bitters. as they are
prepared by Dr. C. NJ. jackson. We are glad
to record the success of this valuable remedy
for dyspepsia, we believe it supplies de-
sideratum in the medical world long needed
The wretched imitators and counterfeiters
have withdrawn their nostrums from the mar
ket, and the public are spared from the dan
ger of swallowing poisonous mixtures in lieu
of the real Bitters.n Herald. See advertise
ment. Dec. Pow.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1855-12-27

The following resolution was passed
by the Grand Lodge of Free and Ac-
cepted Masons of Alabama, on the
4th inst:
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1855-12-27

Estrays-
Several NEW Estrays this week
see the List.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1855-12-27
Offices: No. Fifth ST.. Louisville,
n.y.. and No. ? (GiIsey BmiSding)
n 81

The above popular medicines received and
for sale by DIEMER & HAMPTON, Fay
etteville: j L. Jones, Uewisburg; s. B. Rob-
son. Murfreesboro; Deery f Majors. Shelby
Vile; a. Shook, Winchester. Call and get
almanacs and pamphlets free. which describe
heir use. Nov. 8, 1S55--12m
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1855-12-27

The population of Kansas is esti-
mated by the st. Louis Democrat at
from $4,000 to $4,000.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1855-12-27

DOCTOR HooFLAND's
CELEBRATED
German Bitters,
! Dr. c. II. JACKSON, Philada., Pa,
! WILL EFFEcruALLY CURE
LIVER COMPLAINT, DYSPEPSIA, JlUyDICg.
Chronic or Nervous Debility, Discuss. Of sLs
Kidneys, and all diseases drisiag from a H.
ordered Lirer or Stomach
Hfg Such
as Consti-
patton. Inward
Piles. Fullness, or
Blood to the Head, Ac-
idity of the Stomach NAH
sea, Heartburn, Disgust for Food,
Fullness or weight in the Stomach,
Sour Eructations, Sinking. or Flutteripg
at the Pit of the Stomach, Swimming of the
Head, Hurried and difficult Breathing.
Fluttering at the Heart. Choking or
Suffocating Sensations when ina
lying Posture, DimnesS of
Vision, Dots of Webs
before the Sight,
Deficiency of
Perspira-
ton,
Fever and Dull Pain in the Head, Yellow
ness of the Skin and Eyes, Pain in the
Side, Back, Chest, Limbs, ETC., Sud-
den Flushes of Heart Burning
in the Flesh, Constant I'M
aginings Of Evil, and
great Depression
Of Spirits.
The proprietor, in calling the attention of
the public to this preparation, does so with a
feeling of the utmost confidence in its virtues
and adaptation tn the diseases for which it is
recommend d.
1t is TO new and untried article but one
that has sto d the test of ten years trial be-
fore the American people, and its reputation
and sale is unrisalled by any similar prepara-
ton extant. The testimony in its favor given
by the most prominent and we'll known Phy-
sicians and Individuals, in all parts of the
country is immense. The following from
your own State is respectfully submitted. re-
ferring any who may still doubt. to my Memo
rabila," or Practical Receipt Book, for Farm
ers and Families, to be had gratis, of all the
Agents for the German Bitters.
Principal Office and Mandatory, 40, Arch
e. DbifaIaInbia pa
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1855-12-27

Ring Worm or letters, Scsld Head,
rheumatism, Pains in the Bones or
Joints, Old Sores and Ulcers, Swelling of
the Glands, Syphilis, Dyspepsia, Salt Rheum,
Diseases Of the Kidneys, Diseases arising from the
use Of Mercury, Loss of Appetite Pain the Side and
Shoulders, General Debility, Lumbago, Coughs, Colds
Dropsy, Jaundice, Costiveness roncb It's Weakness of
Chest, Sore Throat, Pulmonary act MS all other
Diseases tending TO produce Consur ton, Liver Com
plants, Female Irregularities and COMPLAINTS, Low
Spirits. Sick and Nervous Headache, Night Sweats,
Exposures, or lmprudence in Life, Chronic con-
stitutional Diseases, and as Spring and
Summer Drink, and General Tonic for the
System, and Gentle and Pleasant
Purgatiye, it is superior to Blue
Lick and Congress Water,
Salts, or Seidilits
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1855-12-27
e s TIMoNY
LOUISVILLE, May 20, lSI9.

We have used John Bulls sarsaparia, and have
known it be used with entire satisfaction and we
have hesitation in stating belief that safe
and valuable medical compound and calculated pro-
duce much good and relieve much suffering and therefore
would eheerfuly and most earnestly it to tho
ad3icted
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1855-12-27

New York, N. "
Cotton frm--Orleans Middling 7fc: Up
land Fair OK; Middling TO-. Coffee ftive
Rio 1O@l2k Sugar improving at go
Lard Oil ST.. Bacon declined at 10
Hams 10H@ll; Shoulders 9@914 $500
Cheese 914@1l1ac.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1855-12-27

lisa remarkable fact, that among the hundreds Of
eminent physicians who have examined the recipe by
which Bulls Sarsapara is prepared, one has con-
demned it, but all approve IT, and commend It in the
highest terms Many physicians express themselves
strongly In the belief that IL decidedly the best prepa
ration Of Sarsapara that has been placed before
the public. Although there are many physicians who
feel reluctance to having their appended the
Recommendation Of any particular remedy, notwith-
there are others who frankly yield their support in favor
Of Q remedy which they know Is capable Of doing so
much good in an afflicted community. As an evidence
read the following from old and respectable physicians
Of high standing In the community In which they i've
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1855-12-27

:. DEUUhFIELp, Jan II, 1895.
PROF. WooD-DEAR SIG:--Havine made
trial of your Hair Restorative, it giyes me
pleasure to say, that its effect nss been excel
lent IN removing Inflammation, dandriiG and a
constant tendency to itching, with which I
have been troubled from childhood, and has
also restored my hair, which was becoming
gray to Its original color. have used no 9th
er article with anything like the same pleasure
and profit Yours truly.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1855-12-27

New Orleans, In
Prices stiffer--sales to-day $4,000 bales
advanced Il; MidGling 9; Molasses "a; Whis-
ky dull at 35c.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1855-12-27
NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS. COUNTY

tUL
COVE are authorized to announce Mr..
Daniel j. Wilmington. candidate
for Register of Lincoln County, at the next
Marnh Ei.ction
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1855-12-27

In this county. 2lst inst, Mr.. WILL
CHILEs, aged about 90 years.
The Empire County argus., 1855-01-06

PosT OFFICES AND PosT MASTERS Some two
months since our Post Master "stepped OUT ana
went to parts unknown, so far as we are adj
vised. Since which, the Cfice has been under the
charge of Mr.. r. F. Davis, who, as we are informed
is an applicant for appointment to the place made
vacant by the absenteeism of the old incumbent.
Furthermore, we are informed that one Shade
Duncan, who was formerly somewhat distinguished
in this County in connexion with the Census and
for not making his returns exactly in season. is fish
ing for this same Ccloma Post Office We are also
told that this Duncan does not reside in the County,
but is living about the Custom House or Post Office
or some where else in San Francisco and is backed
in his application by parties in that city. Mr.
Davis as we are informed, is supported by parties
residing here and daily doing business at the Office.
We shall look with some interest to see how this
fcmily mater is settled 1t will be interesting TO
know whether the citizens Of Coloma can have
their wishes complied with or whether wire work.
ers In San Francisco exercise jurisdiction over the
federal pap in Ell Dorado
The Empire County argus., 1855-01-06

We invite the attention of the reader to the fol-
lowing communication. 1t contains food for rehec-
ton. 1t will be well to read the law referred to
and see how section 689 applies to fees in Office 1t
may be found at page 51l, Codifed Laws, and
reads as follows "The Clerk may receive on the
trial &c" Fees in Office will be legitimate sub
ject Of inquiry for the present Legislature and the
members thereof will do their constituents GOOD
service by reducing them at least one half and then
the fee bill will afford ample remuneration in our
opinion for the performance of the duties required
Fees now allowed are too large. No man will dis
pute this. Fees allowed by law may be too small
in a few instances we think they are, but in gen
eral terms they exorbitantly high and the peo-
pie begin to cry aloud for relief Every service for
which fees are allowed should be distinctly speci-
fed and the fee fixed, and no fees for any thing
else permitted.
The Empire County argus., 1855-01-06

| SCUM.--Our neighbors in the large villages on
the sea coast are able to spare great number Of
lazy loafers who can no longer obtain living by
begging These miserable devils have been taught
that humbug is the grand elixir of all their wants
and desires in this life Looking upon labor with
ineffable contempt and devoutly believing that
they were created to eat bread without tho sweat
of the brow, they resolve as a cardinal article in
their creed, that the world owes them living and
that the people are green as grass, having been
told time and again by trucking, time-servine
press who have blown their praises till hoarse with
lying that they are the apostles of refinement and
that the world would be blank without the ilu
mination of their genius Therefore this progeny
of theatrical puffs organize into squads and peram
bulate through the mines practising the science o
humbug and hence we have almost nightly, exhi.
jugglers, of whom, to say they are libes on every
thing relating to song delncaton, Or simple orthog
raphy, is all can be said in their praise.
We have lately had succession of clap-trap.
theatrical grinders presented to us with brazen i'm
pudence, as celebrated in the Atlantic States and
Europe and ''frorn the San Francisco boards,
who would have been better employed in digging
gold or washing dishes To expend dollar in
going to see or hear them is worse than buckng at
monte. To see or hear these suckers there is not
the remotest probability of realizing the value of
dollar, while at monte it is said there is about one
chance in a million to quit even.
Among other humbugs we have had an 'enchan-
tress," who succeeded in enchanting goody num-
Ler Of dollars out of this community, with few
tricks remarkable only for the bungling manner in
which they were performed.
Real merit has fallen on scaly times. The dis
coverer of gold in California cannot find place in
the corner of a newspaper. No praise for him who
opens new mine, or sweats and tolls in mines
already open, and very few words for him whose
labor produces bread. The meritorous must stand
aside and wait for praise to be bestowed on mur-
dercrs of the Kings English.
Now, yc performers, when you appear among us
leave behind your sweet scented professions of &C.
lebrity, ana tell us plainly that you are mounte-
banks of the worst description, and we will patron
ize you literally for telling the truth
The Empire County argus., 1855-01-06

The N. Y, Times has been informed, upon good
authority, that Mr. Collins himself has dismissed
the gallant Dorian from the service and denied
him the usual certificate of good conduct and char
acter, not upon any charge Of neglect of duty but
because he stated facts about the wreck which the
owners OF the line did not wish to have made
public.
very likely, telling the truth about any Steam
snip Lne' would be considered by the stockholders,
rs very hcinous offcnsc, no doubt.
The Empire County argus., 1855-01-06
CO.Ona: Saturday, Jan. 6, 1865.

Last year such pinks of Democracy as Mande
vile revolted in holy horror from the idea of en-
tering caucus to discuss and decide measures
Everything then was resolved into principle and
lrnciplc with this and other political saints, flow
ed directly from the fountain Of their faith, Dr.
Gwin and was of too sacred character to be
ieopardized in caucus composed of a majority Of
all the Democratic members of the Legislature. =
Zeal in the cause of Dr. Gwin ran so high, that in
Tuolumne county, the caucus system was repuda-
ted in the so called Democratic convention which
placed Vaudeville in nomination. This year he
and others who last year assisted to break up the
usages of the party, who repudiated caucuses when
composed of clear maorities together this yeal
and find themselves too weak alone to accomplish
their purposes Therefore they Cry over their dis.
appointment and beg to have what they are pleased
to style Democratic usage, restored After having
torn down usage and spit upon it, they pray for
aid in reerectng it. 1t all very well for those
worthless last winter to vote, and act in concert and
harmony with Wings on all measures of policy and
legislation, but now when Wigs refuse longer to
vote with them, they exhibit tlcir commingled
tingly told that majority of the Wing members
of the Legislature were favorably inclined toward
the election of Dr.. Gwin to the United States SEN
ate. In this view Of things the prospect bright
and cheering. Having been accustomed to the aid
of Wings heretofore, it is provoking to see the
prospect oflosing that comforting solace. Coai-
htion has been the forte of Gwinnoidism hitherto,
failing in this, their last hope vanshes in thin air.
Their lamentations in view Of the failure of their
cherished hopes affecting They begin to beg
and entreat the Democracy they have been ylify-
ing in season and out of season to manifest to the
world their benevolence and the purity of their
Democracy, by extending to them forgiveness for
their manifold ransgressions 1t is indeed refresh
ing to witness the exhibitions of ardent love fer
Democracy, emanating from these destroyers of
Democratic usage. They pull down the frabric
and then curse the Democracy for not restoring it
at their bidding. Curse their old allies the
Wings, and repudiate their own examples and pre-
ccpts. They ale like the fox in the fable. blowing
hot and cold in the same breath
The Empire County argus., 1855-01-06
Red Ravine Mining Laws.
RED RAvINE, ia

RED RAvINE, January l. 1855.
At called meeting of the Miners the following
mining laws were passed
Article lst Red Ravine mining district shall be
bounded as follows commencing at the crossing of
the American Flat road across Johntown Creek,
thence down Johntown Creek to Dutch Creek,
thYnce up Dutch Creek to the mouth of Big Slate
Creek, thence up Big Slate Creek to the American
Flat road, thence along the said road to the place
of beginning
Article ID All mining claims in this district on
ravines or gulches shall be one hundred feet in
length up or down the ravne, and from bank to
bank All surface or hill diggings shall be one
hundred feet square.
Article Sd. Each and every man shall be enti-
tied to hold one claim on each ravine gulch, sur
face or hill diggngs in said district by location,
and two by purchase he sEall work the same IN
accordance with the laws of the district.
Article 4th. All miners holding claims shall
work or cause them to be worked at least one day
in ten--on each and every claim within the saf
district-if there is water unless sickness prevent
in which case all persons are excusahle; nothing
else will exempt them from forfeiture.
Article 5th All claims in this district shall be
noticed at each end by stakes and written notices
Article 9Th All disputes or difficulties arising
between miners in regard to mining claims shall DO
settled by Jury of six selected by the parties
in dispute.
Article 7th All mining claims shall be entitled
to tail-race through the claims below if neeessa-
ry, and claims below not allowed to build dams
to back water on claims above, to the injury OF
miners above. .
Article 8th Any person holding mining claim
or claims in this district shall not take the water
out of any ravine in a ditch below his ciaim 10 the
injury of miners below him.
Article 9th The secretary is requested to have
these laws published in the Empire County argus,
J. M HATHAWAY, Chirman.
l. A. TAYLOR, Secretary
The Empire County argus., 1855-01-06

THE Legislature convened on Monday in Sacra-
mento and the day being holiday that body ad-
iourned with alacrity. Tuesday, attempts were
made at organization, but the Gwinoidal rule and
ruin party determined no business should be transac
ted therefore, their vaunted majority was employ
ed for adjournment. Wednesday another effort
made, in the Senate eight ballots We're had for
Chaplain, without election, every clerical brother
being laid upon the Gwinoidal square and if found
leaning toward McDougal, McCorkle or Hammond,
he is considered as an heathen and unfit to pray
in the hearing Of the worshippers Of w. NJ Gwin
Fortunately for the Gwinitcal portion of the SEN
ate, the pipe got out of order and the chamber was
cold. Their prospects being comfortless in the ex-
treme, therefore, they moved and carried an ad-
journment
In the Assembly, Hon. W. w Stowe, (Whig,)
of Santa Clara was elected speaker and Major
Anderson of Tuolumne, Clerk, and j. W. Scoby Of
Placer Assistant Clerk. The first ballot for Ser
geant-at-arms was failure, after which the House
adjourned. 81.
Throughout Wednesday, the Gwinites manifested
great anxiety, to stave off all legitimate business,
their zeal carried them far to demand the ayos
and nayes on every question. They moved calls of
the House and adjournments at every opportunity
one Gwinoid in his zeal bouncing up and moving an
adjournment, Immediately after the previous ques-
tiOn had been sustained
The organization was finally completed and the
Message read yesterday, which we issue in an
Extra.
The Empire County argus., 1855-01-06

WHO is DoEsTIcKs !--According to the Dem.
Press of Chicago, his name is j. Sterling Morton.
and he has lately taken to himself one Of the fair
est daughters of Chicago, with the blessing of an
attendant Clergyman, and is going to Nebraska,
where he is appointed to clorkship in one of the
Government Offices. and from Whence he will write
communications descriptive of life in the woods,
The Empire County argus., 1855-01-06

SHIPMENT OF CoIN.-Thc shipment of coin from
California during the year past is set down by the
S. +. Prices Current at S616,535.
The Empire County argus., 1855-01-06

THE FRANC SwINDLE-There is no Disgusting
the fact that systematic swindling is being daily
inflicted upon the mining public by bankers in the
large cities in receiving and disbursing francs
This coin is peddled out in the mountains in small
sums in various ways at the old valuation. We
have cautioned miners not to receive it at any rate
whatever, in payment for gold dust. If hereafter
men persist in being shared twenty per cent, we
have done onr duty franc is worth much to-
day as ever at any period since the discovery Of
gold in California. The people of this State were
swindled in the first instance by bankers who
brought large sums into the State and showed it of
at a fictitious value They are shaved again
by the reduction, which, by the way, is too small
to bring it to its real value And now the commu
nifty is he;ng shaved daily by the same identical
men, and will continue to be shaved, cheated and
swindlcd by them so long this coin is permitted
to pass current at more than its real value. We
advise you to cut this evil up at the root. To do
it, refuse absolutely to receive single piece of for
eign silver gold coin, refuse every asd all des-
criptions. Directly we shall hear Of quotations
about the value of sovereigns and thaers, and this
that and the other coin refusct all, this is the
only safe course Miners should remember that
their gold dust is very desirable among bankers.
and that they will provide themselves with current
coin when dust cannot be purchased for francs and
other foreign coin. Then too we have mint at
San francisco where the gold dust is turned into
coin. That concern will be provided with acid >
glass "retorts" and other things which they
should have had long ago, in the course of human
events" no doubt, provided they do not have to
open mine in Japan to procure copper. At any
rate rest assured the mint will be in full blast on
the same day when bankers can no longer shave
miners with francs and other foreign coin
The Empire County argus., 1855-01-06

SIX HUNDRED AND SEvENTY-FIvE arrests were
made in San Francisco in the month of December
last for various offenses.
The Empire County argus., 1855-01-06

The dedication of the Hall of Cooma Lodge
No. p, |. 0. of o. F., took place Monday last
The attendance was good and the address deliv-
cred by Rev. Mr. Taylor of Placerville was inter-
esting and instructive. The Order made an impo-
sing appearance in procession from their Lodge room
to the Court House, accompanied by Brass Band.
f. In the evening Ball was given at the SIERRA
NEVADA and large number were present, larger
than was anticipated in view of the inclemencv of
the storm which commenced on the night Of the
2lst, ult., and continued throughout lst inst
The Music was good and all appeared to enjoy
themselves. Mine host of the SIERRA NEVADA,
prepared sumptuous rcpast for the occasion
which for richness of vands, is seldom equalled in
the mountains and perhaps never surpassed
NEW YORK ELEcTIoY.-The majority for Clark
Whig, over Seymour, "Soft, is reported at 3l5 and
3l9 &c. 1t appears the trouble has been with a
new County of Schuyler, and the laundering
Clerk of Oswego, who cphered Clarks' majority
up at l,OO7, and then after nine days more, en-
pioyed on the returns from twenty-five towns, in
Oswego County, succeeded in giving Clark | ,4O7
majority The Clerk of Oswcgo is "Soft," how
ever, and was most likely endeavorng to elect Sey
mour, but D. c. Littlejohn, Whg watched him
and says there is no mistake about the | ,407 Oh
course not.