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The Nevada Democrat., 1856-12-10

Among the many improvements which have
recently been made in our sister city of San
Francisco, there is none which attracts more
attention or calls forth more expressions of adj
miraton than the new and elegant store which
Messrs. S. c. Eddy Il Co. Clothiers, have fitted
up on the North West corner of Sansome and
Commercial sts.. oppsite the st. Nicholas Hotel
1t embraces in the clear an area of over three
thousand square feet, and the tasteful elegance
which characterizes the entire arrangements is
credit alike to the proprictors and the design
er The arched shelving supported by ornamen-
tai pilasters and surmounted by n beautifully
carved cornce, the hugh mirrors, the rich stain
ed-glass windows, the magnificent gas fixtures,
and the profusion of ornamental lettering, in
blue and gold, upon the beautiful procelane
finish, make up whole rivaling anything Of the
kind upon the Pacific Coast, and which is an
evidence that Messrs. Eddy Il Co. are bound to
outstrip all their competitors in the Clothing
business We advise our readers when next
they visit the Bay City, to go and see this truly
elegant establishment
The Nevada Democrat., 1856-12-10

INCREASE OF WEALTH IN OHTo.-In the year
1850, before the completion of its railway sys-
TEN, the State of Ohio had an aggregate amount
of taxable property rated at $439, ,S76, $40, and
in the year 1856, after the completion of the
system, the value of the same description of
property is set down at 1863 ,S77 ,S54 very near
ly double. Nothing can more forcibly illus
trate the wonderful effects of railway improve
ments upon the prosperity of State. Ohio has
entered more largely than any other member
of the Confederacy upon the development of the
system of railways
The Nevada Democrat., 1856-12-10

THE FLORIDA WAR.-We learn from the east
ern papers, that the general government is taxi
ing energetic measures to put an end to the
war in Florida during the present winter, which
is the most favorable season for operations in
the everglades. The troops intended for this
service comprise nearly two and half regi-
ments, or about two thousand men, drafted
from various posts on the seaboard and the
Northwest. Gen. Harvey is to take command,
and he is not only very resolute and untiring
officer, but one who is thoroughly acquainted
with the ground and the enemy, we may antici-
pate the speedy termination of this protracted
and very expensive war.
The Nevada Democrat., 1856-12-10

THEATmcAL-During the past few evenings,
the thcater has become greatly heightened by
the presence Of crowded houses. The improve
ment in the attendance of our citizens is attri-
butable In measure to the reduction in the
prices of admission, and we doubt not that at
the present reasonable rates of admission with
the excellent company now engaged, Frisbie 4
Balm will enjoy the encouragement due to their
enterprise
The character Of the pieces produced have
been well adapted to please the popular taste,
and the company generally have received the
marked appreciation of the public. In addition
to those spoken favorably of by us incur last
issue, we must name Messrs. Rand and Paullin,
whose handsome personation of various charac-
ters has called forth much commendation. OF
Messrs. Warwick, MCGOWAN and Woodland, and
as.well of the ladies of the company Miss Dem
ming, Mrs. Leonard, Mrs. MCGOWAN and Mrs.
Caughly, it is only echoing the common senti-
ment that they have come fully up to the public
expectation. The tribute of hearty call has
greeted the fine acting of Mr.. Warwick, the
drollery of Woodland, and the sprightly humor of
Mrs. Leonard.
The Corsican Brothers was played on Monday
and Tuesday evenings with great effect The
story is one of thrilling interest," representing a
faithful picture of Corsican life, and combining
SC. much of the superstitions as to impart to it
remarkable fascination. Much of the eclat of
the piece it is true, is derived from the scenic
attractions, but altogether, few things have been
produced on the American stage, which have
created so great sensation in the dramatic
world, as this gem of art from the Stage of "La
Belle France"
Tonight will be performed the beautiful
drama of the Maniac Lover-Mr. Warwick tax
ing the character of Erie, the maniac lover.
The Nevada Democrat., 1856-12-10

LOUIS NAPOLEON FEARS AssAsINATIoN.-Tt is
stated that arrests continue to be made in PARIS
OF individuals suspected of conspiring against
tne LIE OF the Emperor. The conduct of his
Majesty on the occasion of his return to Paris
ana since, gives the impression to the puhlic
that these arrests are based upon facts which
igily warrant the utmost rigor of the police
his entry into Paris was private, unannoupced
as regards the hour, and made under the most
oau'lTus circumstances. His carriage, which
was closed, was surrounded by mounted mon
and, instead of passing over the usual ronte
er quays. y ''' NV
The Nevada Democrat., 1856-12-10

INEQUALITY OF RErREsENTATIoN.-Th vote
given in the several counties of this State at the
recent election, has demonstrated that great
inequality exists in the present apportionment
of members Of the Legislature. The county of
Butte, for instance, which cast about six thou
sand votes, has only one member of Assembly,
while some of the southern counties, which have
only two or three hundred voters have the same.
1t is so with regard to Senator. Butte and Plu-
mas which together cast about eight thousand
votes, elect one Senator, while the counties of
Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo, with an
aggregate vote of five hundred and seventy-f
also have one Senator.
Great as this inequality is, and unjust to the
mining counties, we see no way by which il can
be remedied until the year 1860 The Consttu-
tion of the State provided that a census should
be taken in 1858, and again in 1855. The CEN
sus was taken in 1853, aud the State apporton-
ed according to the population at that time, but
the Legislature of 1855 neglected to make any
provision for the census to be taken that year.
aud consequently new apportionment cannot
be made as contemplated by the Constitution
until after the census is taken In 1860.
The Nevada Democrat., 1856-12-10

SACRAMENTO THEATRlCALs.-Mr. Hugh I. Nc
nermot, who created such sensation recently
in San Francisco, in performing the character OF
"Rchard Three was induced to repeat the
performance in Sacramento on Saturday eve
ming last. The National was crowded to its ut
most capacity, and is said to have contained
from a thousand to thirteen hundred dollars.
His advent, says the Union, was the signal for
burst Of applause, which, having subsidized the
celebrated solilOquy of Richard ihe Third was
commenced by him. The audience gave their
attention to the debutantc for perhaps thirty
seconds, during which ample time was afforded
for an appreciation Of the capacity of the actor
To listen gravely any longer was too much for
the spectators, and the jolliest burst of laughter
we have ever heard went up spontaneously from
thousand mouths Nothing dauntcd the i'll
shapen monster, born with teeth went on. and
was sustained by the different actors as though
the shouts that filled the hall were genuine an
plausc. In this manner, the first act, up to the
death of Henry. was done, and, as yet. but few
carrots timidly thrown, had made their appear
ancc The stabbing of King Henry was too
much Tor the audience, more particularly the
home thrust a posterior,, after Henry had fallen
Cabbagcs, carrots, pumpkins, potatoes, n wreath
of vegetables, sack of flour and one of SCOT.
and dead goose, with other articles, simulta-
neously fell upon the stage. Richard looked
aghast, but held his ground-the dead Henry
was the hrst to flee, potato intended for his
murderer having, by its rough contact. reused
him from his death-slumber. Richard followed.
his head enveloped in halo of vegetable glory
In the second act the corpse was solemniv
brought in, and Lady Anne made her appear
ance-but never was widow woocd amid such a
storm OF shouts as then filled the house. When
Richard placed the sword in her hand, one half
the house, at least asked that ii might be plum
ged In his body. The escuent shower again
fell, accompanied with Chinese fre-crackcrs.
winch once more put Richard to flight. As he
was rctreating, well-directcd pumpkin caused
MIN to stagger, and with still truer aim. a DO ta-
TO relieved him of his cap which was left upon
the field of glory among the cabbages. Mr..
Phelps then appeared, and hopcd, for the sake
OF the ladies who had come to witness the per-
Iormance, it would be permitted to proceed
Mr.. McDermot in the third act, was however.
even more unsuccessful than in the two prece
ding, and upon the fall of the curtain Mr.
Phelps announced that he had declined to an
pear again.
we understand that efforts will be made to
induce Mr.. McDermot to give the citizens of
Nevada specimen of his histrionic talents. and
In case such an arrangement should be made
we trust he will be allowed to proceed as far as
the fifth act, in which he represents himself 70
be magnificent"
The Nevada Democrat., 1856-12-10

Court OF SEssIoYs.-This Court adjourned on
Saturday last, having disposed of the criminal
business before it. James Hubbard and Chas
Sanford, indicted for grand larceny, plead gull
ty, and were sentenced on Saturday, the former
to sixteen months sand the latter to twelve
months imprisonment in the pententiary. John
Adams indicted for the same offence, was ac-
quilted. John Wclch, indicted for an assault
with intent to commit murder, was convicted
on Thursday last, and on Saturday was SEN
fenced to imprisonment for four years.
The Nevada Democrat., 1856-12-10

PUTRD SORE THRoAT.-We learn from the So
noma Journal that the disease known as the pu-
trid sore throat has prevailed to terribly fatal
degree in Sonoma county for the past few weeks.
Four daughters of DIR. Yer Mehr died in one
week from the disease; and again we notice the
following announcement in the same paper:
> Died in Santa Rosa, October LIST, Albert, aged
five years aud four months; on the oath, Louisa,
aged three years; and on November llth, Nan.
cy Ann, aged eleven years and four days.
children of Joseph and Lucinda Badger.
The Nevada Democrat., 1856-12-10

The DISTRICT CouRr, Judge Searls presi-
ding, commenced its regular session on Monday
last, and will remain in session several weeks,
or until all the business before it is disposed Of
But little business has as yet been transacted,
save to fix the time for trying the cases on the
calendar.
The Nevada Democrat., 1856-12-10

Masonic ELEcToN.-Ata a meeting of E. X.
Kane Lodge, No. ~, of Free and Accepted Ma
sons, held in this place on Friday evening last,
the following officers were elected for the ensu-
ing Masonic year: G. C. Green, W. NJ; T. II.
Rolfe, S. W.; Sol Kohlman, J. D.. Chas. Marsh,
Treasurer; and J. V. Watson, Secretary. The
officers elect will be installed on the 9th inst
being st. Johns Day.
The Nevada Democrat., 1856-12-10

MuRDERERs.-Two men, Best and Archer as
we learn from the Placervlle american, are now
confined in the Ell Dorado county Jail under
the sentence Of death for murder-to be execu-
ted on the 2Sd of January next--and three 9TH
ers, VIM. Kingsbury, Z. L. Martin and ]. F.
Beeler, are confined under indictment for the
same offense.
The Nevada Democrat., 1856-12-10

Hon. c. l.. SCOTIA writer in the Sacramen-
to Union, signing himself "Unwavering Demo
crat," having charged Mr.. Scott, member Of
Congress elect, with making use of his position
to aid the aspirations of Messrs. Gwin and La
than to seats in the U. S. Senate, that gentleman
has authorized the State Journal to say that such
is not the case. Mr.. Scott has not interfered
and does not intend to interfere, in any way
with the Senatorial question.
The Nevada Democrat., 1856-12-10

TIE CoMET.-We notice from some of our ex-
changes, that comet is visible in the western
horison, between three and four O'Clock in the
morning. This is supposed to be the comet of
1856, which was expected to rc-appear this year.
In order to sec it, it is necessary to go upon the
top of some high hill. If some of our curious
citizens would take trip to the top of Sugar
Loaf on clear morning, they would undoubt-
edly see the mysterious stranger.
The Nevada Democrat., 1856-12-10

SENTENCE OF SUSPENSION NREMovED.-Tbe Houso
oil Bishops of the Protestant Episcopal Cburch
on the 2lst ult. RENTED the sentence of snsnen-
SION against Bishop Onderdonk, of PennsyIva.
MA, which was pronounced against him twelve
years since: He resumes his ministerial fnnc.
lions preaching morning and evening. at tbe
churches 81, OF the Ascension and Trinity Church
ms action of the House of Bishops meets with
nearly approval of the church generaIIv
The Nevada Democrat., 1856-12-10

MEETING or THE ELEroRs.-Thc State Elec-
tors met at Sacrmento on Wednesday last and
cast the vote of the State for James Buchanan
for President, and for John @. Breckenridge for
Vice President. George Freanor, Esq, was
chosen as the messenger to take the vote of the
State to Washington. The messengers are al
lowed one half the mileage paid to members of
Congress, going and returning.
The Nevada Democrat., 1856-12-10

The NEXT SrEAMER-The next mail steamer
may be expected about Sunday or Monday next
As the result Of the election in Illinois and Lou
isiana was not certainly known at the sailing of
the previous steamer the news will be looked
for with considerable interest. 1t is very prob
able that Buchanan has carried both of these
Statcs-without them, however, he is elected.
The Nevada Democrat., 1856-12-10

SIX CHNANEN BURIED UNDER A SAND BANK
a correspondent of the Stockton Republican in
forms that paper that q fatal accident occurred
at Two Mile Bar, Stanislaus river, on the 5th
inst. A sand-bank caved, covering up six Chi
namen. killing one instantly and injuring two
others 20 severely that they will probably die.
The Nevada Democrat., 1856-12-10

FATAL AccrDENr.-The San Jose Tribune is in
formed that mexican employed at the Alma
den quicksilver mines, was instantly killed on
Monday the list inst, by falling down shaft
over one hundred feet in depth. He was de-
scending the shaft, when, by some means, he
lost his hold of the rope attached to the bucket,
and was precipitated to the bottom.
The Nevada Democrat., 1856-12-10

RAILROAD TO ORovnLE.-The Butte Record is
advocating the construction of railroad from
Folsom, the present terminus Of the sacramen-
to Valley Railroad, to Oroville. A railroad to
this point would doubtless prove of immense
advantage to the northern portion of the State
The Nevada Democrat., 1856-12-10

CHANGE OF TlME.-The Emperor of Russia it
is said, has resolved to introduce the Gregorian
calender into Russia, and thus do away with a
difierance of twelve days between the old style
and the new. This change will greatly aid the
developement of commerce between Russia and
the rest of the Christian world.
The Nevada Democrat., 1856-12-10

COMMON School NorICE.-The attention of
our citizens generally, and particularly those
who have children, is Invited to the call made
Oy tne trustees in another column for q meet
ing to De held next Saturday at O'Clock, P. M.
st Fiurshutz Hall, for the purpose of loo attn
SCHOOL house for this school district
The Nevada Democrat., 1856-12-10
COMMON SCHOOL NoTICI,

UnsGANI to the requirements of the Act ito establish
Nav 3d Isss Iu ~. support common schools" approved
no O ne hrs school district Nevada township bepohx @
within sad a' %eG,ns Of the qualified electors residing
junction Of Mo;a VIII be held at Flurshut's Hall
site o ~ O'Clock H. for the purpose of ocating tbc
lies and Se fSeOGt Si1 house for said district All heads Of am
ested in be msttar generally Of Nevada township inter
'"'''f Sre particularly requested 10 attend
A. B. Gregory,
WM. H. ORR
w + ANpTpcON-
The Nevada Democrat., 1856-12-10

HOLDING THE STAKEs.-The present general
tightness in the money market is owing to the
enormous piles" bet on the elections and held
ss"stakes" Sporting men have drawn all their
funds out OF bank, and go around with their
pockets iull OF rocks" ready to bet hundred
OF u thousand or two in favor of their distin-
guisneo friend. General Result 1t is said that
io pelnonIco nolds In his hands hundreds of thou.
men.-M Y Mirror. 't'0i ''-
The Nevada Democrat., 1856-12-10

arrested yesterday by Marshal Plumer for
stealing pair of blankets and pair of panta-
looms from clothing store on Main street. The
articles were found in whiskey shop on Broad
street, where he was seen to put them, and were
fully identified by the owner. Morrison will be
tried before Justice Clark to-day.
The Nevada Democrat., 1856-12-10

DEDIcArIoN.-The second quarterly meeting,
connected with the dedicatory services of the
Methodist Episcopal Church in this place, will
be held next Sunday morning, at half past ten
O'Clock.
The Nevada Democrat., 1856-12-10
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ASSA OFFTCE-NO 80 MAIN STREET NEV1Dl
AT Williamson pawley's Banking House
TOLD DUST AND ORES of every description ,s..r.a
- promptly and faithfully and returns made in from
SIX TO twenty four hours-in Bars or Cor ~ III Hoin
w. guarantee my Assays and will nav anv ;reeno.
U. S. MINIS ' wiz" tue Assays OF any OF the
and vicinity. D"1t puyerS oil Nevada
The Nevada Democrat., 1856-12-10

= T. Hamlin has our thanks for Sacramento
and San Francisco papers furnished us duripc
the past week
The Nevada Democrat., 1856-12-10

Ex-CoLLECToR HAMNoND.-Ex-C Collector Ham
mond who has beee under trial in the U. S. Dis
trict Court for embezzelng public monies, was
acquitted on the first instant, by the Jury.
The Nevada Democrat., 1856-12-10

SERoEANT-AT-ARNs.-We learn that Mr.. S. F.
Brown of Nevada County, will be candidate
for Sergeantat-arms of the Assembly.
The Nevada Democrat., 1856-12-10

To the Pacific Express Co. we are under obli-
cations for Eastern papers, received by the last
mail steamer.
The Nevada Democrat., 1856-12-10
San Francisco, Tee. lst, 1856.
BOOKS, BOOKS fer the MILLION ! !
Il. T.. ETA
No. 50 Broad street, CORNER PIN

i. Il. ANTITN,
No. Sd Broad Street, Corner Pine.
JIAS JUST RECEIVED THE LARGEST AND REST A.
1 sorted stock orDo0ks sisi Stationery, Music Mvsi
GunIERY, q lr1.i4RsT,'
sCOLD PENS.
FANCY GOODS.
TOYS, &C. &C.,
brought to the city of Nevada which will be sold q,
wholesale eSs Retail.
CHEAPER THAN THE CIlEArEST.
Ny stock consists in part good assortment Of law
Medical Historical Poetical MccllM eous, Masonic Works
Catholic Piey and School Books Of every variety.
Any quantity of GIFT Books, ChrIstmns Pres.
entS, Valentines, &c, for tlic Holidays.
New and improved diaries, and raly Journals for 1884,
variety of size, for the pocket and Counting
CHEAP PUBLICATIONS.,
circulating Library of 600 vouInns new and in good
order, and am constantly receiving the latest and
desirable works published. direct from New York and lh
adephia. Magazines Periodical, Newspapers &c from
all parts Of the Globe.
Steamer Papers and California wcekrs, neatly Pu, Up
for mailing-rosago Free.
II Is useless for me to try 10 euumerae the endless Yar
ty OF everything And will say have good an
mcnt as can be found this side OF San Francisco
Persons wishing anything in my line Of business I'll
save money by calling upon me- before purchasing else
where.
Our Motto is We Strive TO please.
1l-tf j. e. HAMLIN.
NOTICE.-TIiE STOCKHOLDERS OF THE NEVADA
IN County and Sacramento Canal Comnanv are
to meet at their Office in Nevada Saturday lee cOth
1896, at two O'Clock p NJ BY order of the President.
7. ". COLBURN, Sec'y.
Nevada Nov. 9th. lSs6.-lO.2w
A DMINISTRATOR'S NOTICE. NOTICE Is
hereby given to all persons having claims against
estate OF JAMES N deceased TO present the same
Undersigned who has been appointed administrator Of said
estate within ten months from this date with the necessa
~ vouchers at the city of Nevada the same will be
ever barred MICHAEL CASSIN,
&c. ou looo-lo-4w Administrator.
NOTICE.-PRop0sALS WILL BE RECEIVED UNTIL
sunday Dec 2ls to sink Shaft the ground of the
lyrolean Tunnel Company. The bids to be directed 10
secretary Tyrocan Tunnel Co." The contract win be
given to the lowest responsible bdder-the Company re-
serving the right to reject all bids II excessively high
low Al csntsr MarSo, Seyi &C.,
- ~Orr~,xr OMEGA, December 3d. 1853
NOTICE'v-THE VIRGINIA DITCH COMPANY CLAM
the extension of their Ditch to the South Yuba by
e rgh of survey and claim the right of Five Thousand
hcheS OF water iron said river and its tributaries above
anu all tributaries along the said Ditch TO the said
and claim ground and tinhar of said survey sufficient
20 construct said Ditch into the town of Omega said sur.
day of November, 1856 '"' "'''>'
10-2w ' r r. IHLnsNi9ucc IIlnS1s, W.
The Nevada Democrat., 1856-12-10
wholesale e, Retail,

NTCTICE-TIlE STOCKHOLDERS OF THE NEVADA
County and Sacramento Canal Company are requested
to meet at their Office in Nevada Saturday lee cOth
1896, at two O'Clock F. VI. BY order of the President
-. - T. W. COLBURN, sec'y.
The Nevada Democrat., 1856-12-10
Nevada, Dec. 9th, 1856.

MESsEs S1InE COIN Gents Your favor Of the oTtA
at hand In reicrance TO any supposing your fra
be the author Of said letters concerning Roscnhal
Bro take occasion to say that did think for
moment that tie letter originated with you and thin
Suoh Idle Furlors entirely unworthy of notice.
Truly
FRANK RhKKR
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1856-10-06

IMPORTANT TO MECHANICS The Scientific
American states that broad field for gepiu.
AID industry will open on and after the 9th OF
December next, on which day the patent for
Woodworth's Planning Machine expires, Con-
gress having refused a further extension. Ii
further remarks:
All inventors having improvements in plan
ng machines, who have been driven TO the
caves by the Woodworth monopoly, may now
come forth from their hiding places All me-
chanlcs who desire to enter into the lumber
planning business may now make the necessary
arrangements. All mschinists may now pre-
psre TO take orders for the construction of
Woodworth's Planning Machines. Allimprove-
men;s hitherto locked up because Of alleged
infringement, may now be put into operation.
The demand for lumber-working machinery
will be very large in December next Those
who are earliest prepared to take advantage
o; the great opening will reap rich harvest.
In addition to this, Congress has refused to
extend the patents for McCOrmick's Grain
Reaper, which expired in lS4s; Haywood 6
Rubber Patent, in 1853; Harleys Iron Cast
ing Patent, lS49; Nock's Paddock Patent, 1883.