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The Shasta courier., 1856-02-23
sherlHs' Fees for TransPersasissi 81
Prisoners.

A few days since, in the Senate. Mr. Heinfz-
Gilman introduced bill reducing the mileage OF
Sheriffs in Transporting prisoners to the States
Prison, to forty cents per mile in going only
This proposition was resisted on the part OF sew
eral members from the mountain districts, as
too low and Mr.. Dosh moved that, Shasta Sis
kiyou. Trinity, Butte and Colusi, be excepted
from the provision of the bill, as he contended,
and very properly, that forty cents one way only,
would not defray expenses of transportation
The amendment was voted down. however, by
vote of IL for, to 13 against the same The
distance, we believe from Shasta TO Point s..
Quentin is about three hundred and fifty miles !;
the pay consequently would be one hundred
and forty dollars. The expenses of harel alone
to San Francisco, would be thirty-f dollars; !;
the food and other necessary contingencies.
would fully increase this sum ten dollars; then
probably five dolars from San Francisco to the
Prison, besides hack hire, and other expenses al
ter landing in the aggregate amounting TO about
sixty dollars. This has to be doubled certainly,
and prudence would say trebled, for each Sher-
iff ought TO have ore deputy with him as a mat
ter of safety, and it will be readily seen that the
whole amount, will be spentwiihout leaving any
thing for the per diem Of the officer Forty cents
we consider too little, even if paid in cash, and
whilst we advocate reform we doubt the propri-
ETY. of this amendment, TO the original appropri
ation hill
The Shasta courier., 1856-02-23

y The Yreka Union of the 10th says, that
the great ditch will be finished in two or
three days. The Union anticipates very great
change in the business prospects Of Yreka, from
its completion. We have no doubt of the fact,
and feel confident that we, as well our neigh
bors, will be benefited. The ditch has been in
progress about four years, we think, but very
many accidents and drawbacks have prevented
its completion till now. The work. however,
is one Of great magnitude, being secenty-nine
miles in length, and those engaged deserve a
great deal of praise for industry and energy in
having finished it all. The capital employed,
we learn, was their own, and the stockholders,
now that it is finished, will have no one to pay
for borrowed money. We sincerely congratu-
late you. gentleman, upon the termination Of
your herculean task.
The Shasta courier., 1856-02-23
Theatrical.

Our people were delighted on Thursday eve
ming with the performances of the talented com
pany of Mr.. Thoman, at the Eagle. Although
they labored under some difficulties. in not
having large and commodious room, as they
should have had, and suffered for the want Of
those little facilities and conveniences which
are found in Theatres, still the performances
largest, and most discriminating audiences, ever
assembled in Shasta
Where each acted so well his or her part, it
would be invidious TO individualize. but the
dancing of both Miss Lizzie Burbank, and La
Petite Cerito, merited the highest praise.
The pieces presented were the Widows Vic
tim, in which Mrs. Hamilton took the character
of Jane Chatterly, Miss Lizzie Burbank of Mrs.
Rattleton, and Miss Jennie Pritchard of Mrs
Twitter.-The male characters of MIR. Twitter,
Jer Clip, and Mr.. Byron Tremaine Pelham
Podge were supported by Campbell, Hamilton.
and Thoman respectively. Each seemed to full
ly appreciate the character taken, and act it TO
the life. They each held the mirror up to na-
ture."
The after piece was the laugh provoking
Irish Tutor, in which all acted we'll their parts
Indeed never have we been more amused and
entertained, than by the Thatrical exhibition ol
Thursday evening.
Mr.. Thoman has shown great good judgment
in selecting light Comedy for his entertanments
here, as the people need amusement, as relief
r Al L
the dress circle is composed of the Literati oi
the land, heavy tragedy is all well enough
but here, Mr., Thoman, we want to laugh.
His next entertainment is this Saturday }
evening. We know he will have full honse
The Shasta courier., 1856-02-23

tY A. Roman has again placed npon our Ia
bic. Monthlies and Dailies, in abundance, for
which we tender our thanks.
Harper is as interesting as ever before. Little
Dorritt. by Dickens, which is continued in this
number is of itself. an intellectual treat, which
will we'll repay perusal. Indeed there is no
author living who SO naturally portrays charac-
ter as Charles Dickens.
Yankee Notions, which is in the budget fur
nished by Mr.. R., is full of humor and fun. as
usual. Punch will have to look to his laurels,
or they may be worn by his Yankee cousin.
Roman has little of every thing readable,
and with his accustomed hberality, supplied our
table.
The Shasta courier., 1856-02-23
Virginia Rail Roads.

Notwithstanding the charge Of old Virginia
being an antquated State, and far behind her
neighbors, we see it officially stated by the
Board of Public Works, that she has tsco thous-
and ttco hundred and sirtythree and a half
miles laid out within her territory-ihat OF this
there is already completed one thousand three
hundred and twenty-eish, and three-four,h
miles, and that six hundred and ihir'y-sven and
one-four,h miles, now in process of construc-
ton. The Capital Stock is twenty-nine mil
lions six hundred and eish,y-seven thousand,
three hundred dollars. Ten millions, seven hum
dred and fifty-one thousand, two hndred and
sixteen dollars is subscribed by the State. Not
SO bad for an cid lady.
The Shasta courier., 1856-02-23

PosT OFFICES IN CALIFoRsIA-The following
Postmasters have been appointed for California
B. B. Redhead, Jackson, Amador county; James
G. Dickie. Nicolaus Suffer; Thornton c. Eme.
ry, Emery's crossing, Ynba; Abraham Block
man, Cedarville, Ell Dorado.
The following new offices were established
Pea Vine, Butte county-David Whipple, Post
master. Coon Greek, Placer county-John Bar.
ner, Postmaster. Herley, Siskiyou county
George G. Merritt, Postmaster. Kings River
Tulare county-James Smith, Postmaster.
The Post Office at Sierra, Sierra county, has
been discontinued.
The Shasta courier., 1856-02-23

CoRREcTIoS.-In the last weeks Courier an
an article appeared commenting upon CON-
municaton which had been sent to this office
touching trial which had been had of a sup
posed thief at French Gulch. An expression
seems to have been formed from the editorial
comments, that the article referred to, advocat-
purport of the article, as the communication
could admit of no such construction. Jeferso-
nian is always welcome correspondent and
the only objection to the article was, that the
publication of it would give rise to personal ex-
plantations, which would, as we thought be un-
interesting to our readers. Eds. Courier.
The Shasta courier., 1856-02-23
ADMINIsTRATOR,s NOTICE,

TNHE UNDERSIGNED having been appoint
Il ed Administrator of the Estate of Joseph
w. Mulvaney deceased, by an order from the
Honorable the Probate Court of Shasta County.
California, would Notice to all persons hav
ing claims against said estate, to present the
same properly proven and authenticated. TO the
undersigned Administrator, al the residence of
A. Jelly on the Sacramento river. in this conn
ty, within ten months from this date. or thew
will be for ever barred from collecting the same
by law. a. BARTON,
reb- 70, 1886, II Administrator.
The Shasta courier., 1856-02-23

DEMOCRATIC PREcIScT MEErrNG.-A spirited
meeting OF the Democracy was held at the St.
Charles Hotel, on Thursday evening, for the
purpose Gf electing Delegates to the County
Convention, to be held to-day
Messrs Garter, VIM. McTurk, A. Caldwell,
". A. Nunnally. H. ]. Van Horn, A. A. Mix,
and ). W. Payne, were appointed Delegates.
We were not at the meeting ourselves, but
learn that 1t was enthusiastic, and that several
old Democrats, who had not taken an active
part in politics for some years, seemed to feel a
great interest In this primary Election A good
Beginning it is said, makes good ending, and
where such zeal is manifested in the Democrat.
&c ranks, victory is certain.
r. T. Sprague was Chairman, and A. A. Mix
Secretary of the meeting.
The Shasta courier., 1856-02-23

II The State Journal informs the friends oi
Gen. Dosh, in the North, that he attends church
very regularly. This is very. gratifying to us, as
we always gave him good>l Vice, and the
bread that was cast upon the waters, is being
returned.
Does he 60 alone, or does some one go with
him to whether the Misses Dazzles have
dotted the winter fashions for the habiliments oi
spring. You need not answer this through the
columns Of the Journal, but under cover of an
enyelone.
The Shasta courier., 1856-02-23
REAL ESTATE
AND OTHER PROPERTY AT AUCTION
At RED BAUFFsl

a
EN THE SETTLEMENT of their business
A the undersigned will on he
1Oth of MARCEL, NEYT,
dispose of, at public sale, the following valuable
property, viz:
The LUNA HOUSE, with all its fixtures COM
plete together with the lot which it stands
and the large Corral and Stabiug attached TO
the same. This is known tn be one of the best
stands and most commudnns and thoroughly
furnished hotels in Northern California
Ako-A FARM OF l60 ACRES ON the Sac
ramenio river, one-half mile above the town -
well enclosed. containing young Orchard of
near 300 trees and large Vineyard which will
be in a bearing condition next year-lO0 acres
IN wheat and barley. and IA garden of 30 acres
This is probably the best farm in the Sacramento.
Valley.
Also-TWO STOCK RANCHES on the east
side OF the River, one OF them being well known
as the Z" Vincent & McCabc Ranch. " three miles
from tue Bluffs and the bes, growing land in
the Valley.
u head OF CATTLE, mostly Cows; together
with large number of Hogs, Farming Utensils,
&c, &c.
Terms of Sale:
All sums under co. Cash between 500 and
$500, three months credit; over $500 equal in
stalments of three, six, nine and twelve months
Notes with approved security to draw per
cent. interest per month
Sales to continue from diy to day until the
property is all disposed of.
VINCENT, BUTLER & WEBB.
Red Bluifs, Feb. l6, 1856. feb23-td
The Shasta courier., 1856-02-23

VALUABLE PROPERTY, REAL AND PERSONAL,
For SALE.-We call attention to the advertise
ment of Vincent, Butler & Webb, of Red Bluffs,
as is advertised by these gentlemen, been offer
ed for sale in our county. 1t is all valuable.
The Hotel enjoys large share of patronage,
the house is large and commodous, and the fer
ry is in good order. and so near the fourishing
town OF Red Blutfs, that it is literally patroniz-
ed The farm is within light of the town, beau
tifully situated in bend of the river, and is well
improved, the soil of which is rich and produc-
tive. Persons in search of home, as a farmer,
place of business hotel keeper, pro-
fitable employment where little capital only
will be needed, can be accommodated, by pur-
chasing either the farm, hotel, or ferry.
The Shasta courier., 1856-02-23

~ We learn from private letter, that Ste-
phen C. Massett. better known as Jeems Pipes
of Pipesville. viii be in Shasta shortly and give
Readings from the poets" and also entertain
the people with Songs and Ballads. which he
sings most admirably. We shall be delighted
to see him. aud assure the public in advance
that a rich treat is in store for them.
The Shasta courier., 1856-02-23
Easfern Ifems.
England seems to be in a very crit

England seems to be in very critical condl-
t;on at present, and the letter writers from
Washington are completely in the fog, in regard
to the probable termination Of the Clayton Bull
wer Treaty, and the Champion enlistment AFFAIR.
A proposition has actually been proposed in
the Senate. SO it is reported, to suspend diplo-
matte intercourse between the two countries.
As matter of course, great excitement exists
in Washington relative TO the relations existing
between the two countries. But we can hard
ly believe that England will force our country
into a war. about matter which seems to our
minds so entirely clear
A pilhy letter appears from Parker H. French
in reply to Secretary Marcy, in which the Mic
araguan Minister displays good deal of shrewd-
ness, so far as special pleading goes, but it is
nothing more than specious argument. The
knowing ones how ever, say, that if the dispute
about the Clayton Buwer Treaty was settled,
our government would recognize Mr.. French as
duly accredited.
Our Government officials are Argus eyed,
when watching the movements of the Fillibus-
iers Walker will however, in spite of all the
watchfulness of the ministers of the Law. gain
strength, both from the Atlantic, and Pacific
shores.
The New York Legislature is organized, Mr..
Orville Robinson, of Oswego. Democrat hav-
ing been elected speaker on the 49th ballot, by
a combination of the Democrats and Republic
ans.
The election of Elk Gov. Wm Bgler of Penn
syvania, affords pleasure TO all California Demo-
Gratis His abilities are unquestioned, and be-
sides he is known TO be strongly in favor of the
Pacific Railroad. This however might be ex-
pected of any Senator, from that iron manufac-
tory If principle did net actuate them to sup
port the measure, interest would but in Elk Gov
Bisler, both his principle, and interest alike
would induce him to favor the measure. He,
and Jno. B. Weller will, as contemporary re-
marks, be co-laborers.
The election of Secretary Davis to the Senate
of Mississippi, is also announced, and it is said
to be certain, that Charles Jas. Faulkner, mem
Der of Congress from Virginia. will take the
the place of Mr.. Davis in the Cabinet.
Mr.. Faulkner is able and firm supporter
of the present administration, and his appoint
ment will be we'll received by the administra-
ton party. He has been acting with the DEM
ocratic party, since the annexation of Texas, but
up TO that period, he had been an old line whig
He certainly has equal ability, and is not so ul-
ira as jeff Davis.
Upon the whole, the news from the East is
interesting, and the arrival of the next Atlantic
Steamer, will be looked for with intense ankle
ty by every Californian.
The Shasta courier., 1856-02-23
Pacific Express COMPANY.

Our friend Felix Tracy has been prompt in
she delivery of the Dailies, as also of our ex.
ehanges from all parts of the State. We are al.
p indebted to him for the delivery of packages,
md for other kindnesses dnring the week.
The Shasta courier., 1856-02-23

q BY reference 70 the advertisement of the
st. Charles Hotel, it will be seen that Mr.. South.
ern, formerly of the Eagle Hotel, has become
partner in the above named Hotel
Saul Is still in the Eagle" and invites hi.
Friends and patrons to give him call
The Shasta courier., 1856-02-23

y The Ladies of Yreka have disposed of
their Budget already. Only one number was
issued. but we suppose that it accomplished.
''that whereunto it was sent" as it was got up
solely for the Fair Of the l4th, St. valentine's
day
The Shasta courier., 1856-02-23

B We learn from the Marysvlle Express
that Col. J. e. Lawrence, for long time con-
nected with the California press, is now con-
nected with the Alta California, and will take up
his residence in the city of New York. We wish
him happy sojourn in the home of his youth.
The same paper also after paying Mr.. E. j.
Lewis. of Colusa, handsome and merited COM
pment, says that he has introduced bill for a
new county, the first section of which reads as
follows:
SEC. l The counties of Colusi Butte, and
Shasta, shall be divided so as to form a new
county out of the northern portions of Colnsi
aud Bntte, and the southern portion Of Shasta,
which shall be called Tehama county.
The bill further provides that an election for
county officers shall be held on the first Mon
day in May, 1856. and that A. G. Toombs. n.
Hall and Dennis Dunn, shall be constituted
Board Of Commissioners to designate the cleo
tion precincts, appoint the judges and inspect
ors of election and to receive the returns and
issue certificates of election to the parties re-
ceiving the highest number of legal votes.
The Shasta courier., 1856-02-23

n Mr.. Lousee. Of the Literary Depot hss
furnished % with copy Of Harper's Magazine.
LittelIs Living Age, Ballou's Pictorial, the New
YORK Tribune and Herald. Sc, &c, for which
favors he viii aceept our thanks.
The Shasta courier., 1856-02-23

AxEsDE--we inadvertently credited, in our
last issue. the account Of the funeral services Of
Robert A. McCabe to the State Tribzae instead
Of the .Journdl
The Shasta courier., 1856-02-23

u It's with old bachelors as with old wood
it's hard to get them started, but when they d,
take fame the burn prodigiously.
The Shasta courier., 1856-02-23

r The weather for the past week, has been
very variable. We have been favored with a
little rain, little hail. few fakes Of snow, some
cold windy weather. and little delightful sun
shine The weather this week has been as tickle
as the month Of April in the Atlantic States.
The Shasta courier., 1856-02-23

n The correspondent of the Marysville Er
press says that a Know Nothing in power re-
minds him of the boy who bought an elephant
and then did not know what to do with it.
The Shasta courier., 1856-02-23

DIsPRoPoRrloS.-Boston has six thousand
more females than males, while Chicago has
about fifteen thousand more males than females.
The Shasta courier., 1856-02-23

a The Democrats in the Senate. have taken
their stand on the Senatorial question, and will
not move Foote.
The Shasta courier., 1856-02-23
American Hotel.

The above named Hotel is nearly new and in
good condition. and has always enjoyed the rep
utation Of first class Hotel. For particulars,
enquire of G. SHIBLEY.
Or to H. A. Curtss and G. F. Lougee.
The Shasta courier., 1856-02-23

g Mr.. A. D. Carpenter, at Red Bluffs, is au-
thorized to receive subscriptions and advertise
ments for this office, and receipt therefor.
The Shasta courier., 1856-02-23
Wells, Fargo 4 Co.'S Express.

This enterprising Express firm will please ac-
ceP our thanks for files of papers delivered dur
ing the week, and for other favors
The Shasta courier., 1856-02-23
Id x u Id.

In this place on Friday morning the 22nd
February. at 2 o'clock after an Illness of about
week Henry, infant of Mr. and Mrs Fos-
ter, of the ST. Lons House.
Suffer little children 10 come unto me, and
forbid them not"
In this county. on the 17ih inst, after linger-
ing illness, which he bore with manly forti,nde,
Josiah NJ Sink, aged "a years. formerly of Mo-
The Shasta courier., 1856-02-23

rE The Advertising Agency of L. P. Fisher
has been removed to the Iron Building oppo-
site the Pacific Express Office, mp stairs, San
Francisco
The Shasta courier., 1856-02-23

SAN FRANCISCO, Feb Is. 1856.
Attwenty minutes before o'clock this morn
ing. our city visited by the most alarming
shock OF an earthquake that have yet expe-
rienced. The most intense alarm prevailed at
the time. The fire wall of the store of Goodwin
& Co. & Meeker, corner of Oregon and Front
streets, one hundred feet long, torn down.
and several other large buildings in the vicinity
badly damaged ed.-Ecc. Ncsrs.
San Jose suffered from the effects of the same
shock, and San Francisco was much more
injured than reported in the above paragraph
No lives Were lost. however.
The Shasta courier., 1856-02-23
FOR SALE OR RENT!

9# THE UNDERSIGNED being about TO
EaIi embark in other business. more conge-
lz2..A nial to his taste, offers for sale or rent
The Shasta courier., 1856-02-23
BOOKS AND STATIONERY

U J. LECOUNT, (successor to Lecount &
81 Strong,) Wholesale and Retail Dealer in
Books. Stationery. Periodicals Newspapers &C.,
Montgomery street, Sam Francisco.
He has now in store. and offers TO the trade Mt
a slight advance New York cost, a large and
complete assortment of
ENGLISH AND AMERICAN BOOKS,
In all the different departments of Literature,
standard Poetical Scientific and Miscellaneous
Works, TO which additions are constantly being
made.
LAW AND MEDICAL BOOKS,
Comprising all the standard works. large and
well assorted stock will be found constantly in
store.
CHEAP PUBLICATIONS
OF every description, in various languages. All
the new works received as soon as issued from
the variou, Publishing Houses in the United
States.
STATIONERY
Oh all kinds embracing the finest French, Eng
lsh and American manufacture.
]. J. L. is Special Agent for California. for
most eastern Newspapers and Periodicals, which
circulate in this State. among which are the
Boston Journalfor California, New Orleans Delto.
Courier des Etais Unis. Cincinnati Commercial.
Missouri Republican, New York Herald, Tri-
bune. &C.. together with all the other leading
papers published in the Atlantic States and Eu.
rope.
The Book-bnding, Blank-book manufacture
ing and photographic departments connected
with the establishment, are as complete as any
in the United States. and all orders will be~exe-
cuied with neatness and dispatch.
SPECIAL AGENTS
Residing in New York and Europe keep the
House constantly supplied with every kind OF
goods pertaining to the trade, and will attend to
all orders for and valuable Books, not OBJ
tainable in this market. The attention OF tho
Trade is respectfully solicited
ie23-3m J.J. LECOUNT.
The Shasta courier., 1856-02-23

NEw EsrABLisHxEsT.-See Cheap Johns ad-
vertisement
The Shasta courier., 1856-02-23
EARTHQUAKES.

On the lst of November violent earthquake
visited Japan at Jeddo; 10000 dwellings and
50 temples were destroyed Twenty Thousand
inhabitants persisted, The earth opened and
closed again, over large part ofthe city.
The Shasta courier., 1856-02-23
JOHN w. TUCKER,
Importer and Dealer in
WATCHES, DIAMONDS, JEWELRY,
a&@O9 CO. @o
NO. f25 MONTGOMERY STREET.,
One door north of Sacramento street.
CHRONOMETERS AND WATCHES CARE
FULLY CLEANED AND RATED

~A l WILL open To-day the largest
I I1t4 soriment of Watches, ever offered for
EeGi sale in California. They finer than
$eR6h1 any that have heretofore been imported
lII7"THfEI into the United Sja'es-having been
4 two years i'll manufacturing. If you
really want good Watch, and want it cheap
call and purchase one Of these Watches. | Will
sell lower than any man i'll the trade will sell the
same quality of goods if he has them-which [
very much doubt. | have every rhing in the
Jewery line. Call and see. Don't forget the
number-125. J. w TUCKER.
j. S. Parties wanting a good Watch any
article of Jewelry, can have it sent to them by
Express to any part Of the State, free of expense
and as cheap as though they were here in San
Francisco TO select for ihemelves- fe23-tf
The Shasta courier., 1856-02-23
Rhodes & whitney,s Express.

We are again under obligations TO these zen.
tlemen for news favors from the north. Thanks
gentlemen.
The Shasta courier., 1856-02-23

WE WOULD RESPECTFULLY INFORM
w the public that have taken a part of
the Fire Proof Store lately occupied by Wm s.
Fitch & Co. and intend keeping the largest and
best selected stock OF
Tobacco, Cigars, s,utIery
confectionery, Fruits, Pipes &C.
ever brought to the Shasta market
MIR. Seelg has gone down TO San Francisco
TO purchase in person supply of these articles,
and from long experience in the trade he feels
confident of his ability to furnish his customers
with good, if not better article that can bs
purchased elsewhere. Their mosio will be
"Qniek Sales and Small E'rosts,o
as they convinced that :" brisk penny is
better than slow shilling"
We invite all users of the weed to give us a
call. Don't forget that our house is Trio Doors
a6ore Hollu6 j. IsaacS' Store
The Shasta courier., 1856-02-23

OF every description, in various languages. AL
the new works received as soon as issued from
the variou, Publishing Houses in the Unitet
States.