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The weekly Columbian. [volume] (Columbia, Tuolumne Co., Cal.) 1856-1???, 1856-09-13

PoLYGAMY TAKING ANOTHER TuRN.--The Rock
Islander says that one Of the Mormon women who
was in the company of the last crowd which has
passed through that town for Salt Lake, has no
less than four husbands. She is an intelligent,
pleasing choking individual. She commended
Der of husbands as man had to have as many
wives ns he wished, provided the men were all
members of the Mormon Church.
The weekly Columbian. [volume] (Columbia, Tuolumne Co., Cal.) 1856-1???, 1856-09-13

NAVIGATION OF THE UPPER SAcRAMENTo-Thc
work of removing the snags from the Sacrament
to river above Colusi is in progress at the ex-
pense of the Steam Navigation Company. The
Butte Record says that it expects to hear the
shrill whistle and hoarse putting steamboat, and
see the black smoke rolling from her smoke
stack before six months
The weekly Columbian. [volume] (Columbia, Tuolumne Co., Cal.) 1856-1???, 1856-09-13

EXPRESS FAyoRs.-We know not how to ac-
knowledge our thanks for the continued favors
of our Expressmen of this place. Mr.. Daegener
is ever attenare and obliging, and as to Mr..
Smith. wefegard him as a regular "trump."-
Besides the usual exchanges with which the
above gentleman have favored us. we acknowl-
edge to friend Harry the favor of "down East
papers among which we find the Ladies Enter
prise. published in Boston. On the margin of
this spirited little sheet, was written in the deli
cate chirogralhy of lady's hand, Regards of
Angusta" All! Harry, this looks suspicious!
The weekly Columbian. [volume] (Columbia, Tuolumne Co., Cal.) 1856-1???, 1856-09-13

UNDER GROUND STREAMs-We are informed
that company are engaged in making sur
vey of one of the under-g ground streams IN this
vicinity, with view, if practicable, OF bringing
i: to the surface for mining purposes. 1t Is
to be hoped that their efforts will be crowned
with success
The weekly Columbian. [volume] (Columbia, Tuolumne Co., Cal.) 1856-1???, 1856-09-13

THAT AMBRoTYPE We gratefully acknowl-
edge tlfceavor of a neatly executed Ambrotype,
presented to us last week by Mr.. Cameron, a
finished artist in this place. Mr.. Cameron is not
personally a very handsome man, but he is ca
pable of getting up a very beautiful picture, as
is illustrated by one which he took at sitting
Mr. Cameron is not to blame if our picture which
he executed, looks better than the operator
P S.-The worst Of it is it looks better than
the original
The weekly Columbian. [volume] (Columbia, Tuolumne Co., Cal.) 1856-1???, 1856-09-13

LARGE WAGEs.-From every portion of the
big wages. We were informed by a gentleman
from the Tuolumne river that one company in
the vicinity where he labored had realized as
highas $4,000 to the single pan! Many for
tunes have already been made in the Tuolumne
and Stanislaus rivers during the past season.
The weekly Columbian. [volume] (Columbia, Tuolumne Co., Cal.) 1856-1???, 1856-09-13

FISHERS STAGE LINE.-To Mr.. p. G. Fergu
son, one of the gentlemanly agents of the above
stage line, we are under many obligations for
favors rendered this Office. To Mr.. Laraway,
We are also under many obligations. These
gentlemen use every exertion to make their line
of stages both safe and agreeable.
The weekly Columbian. [volume] (Columbia, Tuolumne Co., Cal.) 1856-1???, 1856-09-13

Two PARr1Es.-The Democrats and Republ-
cans claim that there are only two parties in
the field, the slavery and anti-slavery; while the
American party declares itselfto be national,
and seeks after the united interests of every Sec
ton and locality. So the ball moves along.
The weekly Columbian. [volume] (Columbia, Tuolumne Co., Cal.) 1856-1???, 1856-09-13

CHINESE CAMP.-The improvements going
on in this place arc very apparent, there being
no less than thirteen new fire-proof brick build
ings now under process of construction. Pho
nix like, this place will arise from the ashes a
more beautiful and substantial place than it
was previous to the fire.
The weekly Columbian. [volume] (Columbia, Tuolumne Co., Cal.) 1856-1???, 1856-09-13

SIZE OF KANSAS AND NEBRAsKA.-The Nebras-
ka Territory is large enough to cut up into sew
en- States of the size of New York, and have a
surplus of territory large enough for State
the size of Connecticut. Kansas Territory has
an area sufficient to make two States the size of
Ohio, and one of the size of Indiana.
The weekly Columbian. [volume] (Columbia, Tuolumne Co., Cal.) 1856-1???, 1856-09-13

SERVICE OF SuvER.-On yesterday, we were
shown magnificent set of silver service for the
table-a marriage present to Mr. g. Mrs. Brodt,
of this place. Their value were estimated at
$500. and were presented by friends in New
York.
The weekly Columbian. [volume] (Columbia, Tuolumne Co., Cal.) 1856-1???, 1856-09-13

Mr.. c. L. SCoTT.-Upon the announcement
of Mr.. Scott's nomination by the Democratic
Convention. some of his friends in Columbia
manifested their qualification by firing off their
title canon which they keep for use on such
occasions
The weekly Columbian. [volume] (Columbia, Tuolumne Co., Cal.) 1856-1???, 1856-09-13

MEETING OF THE CoUNcn.-We were disap-
pointed in getting the proceedings of the meet
ing of the Town Council on Wednesday night.
They will appear next week, and will be given
regularly hereafter.
The weekly Columbian. [volume] (Columbia, Tuolumne Co., Cal.) 1856-1???, 1856-09-13

RECEIVING MEMBERS Qualification Com
mittee is in session during the day at the Vigi-
lance Commute Rooms, San Francisco-for the
reception of new members.
The weekly Columbian. [volume] (Columbia, Tuolumne Co., Cal.) 1856-1???, 1856-09-13

EARTHQUAKES AT SANTA Cruz AND MONTEREY.
The Pacific Sentinel says that a shock Of an
earthquake was felt on the evening of 9th
August throughout the county of Santa Cruz
and at ST. Johns and Monterey. Another Sc
we're shock was felt during the night of goth
August The last shock was so hard that quite
a CONSERVATION was created in some neighbor-
hoods and general stampede of the inmates
of several houses took place.
The weekly Columbian. [volume] (Columbia, Tuolumne Co., Cal.) 1856-1???, 1856-09-13

TO THE WEEKLY COLUMBIAN.

SACRAMENTO, Sept. 18th, Q p NJ.
The Convention adjourned this noon, sine die
Previous to an adjournment an effort was made
to pass Ant-vigilant Resolutions, by portion
of the Convention, which failed.
The weekly Columbian. [volume] (Columbia, Tuolumne Co., Cal.) 1856-1???, 1856-09-13

DEMOCRATIC STATE CONFERENCE.-The dele
gates to this Convention met on Tuesday, the
9th inst. The result of their deliberations can
be seen in another column.
The weekly Columbian. [volume] (Columbia, Tuolumne Co., Cal.) 1856-1???, 1856-09-13

TRUE CAL1FpRNIAN.-This San Francisco Dali
L, has suspended its publication, quietly yield
ing itself to the pressure of the times.
The weekly Columbian. [volume] (Columbia, Tuolumne Co., Cal.) 1856-1???, 1856-09-13

FLouR.-Flour was, at the latest dates, sell
ing at the rate of s23 per ton in the Austral-
ian market.
The weekly Columbian. [volume] (Columbia, Tuolumne Co., Cal.) 1856-1???, 1856-09-13

EARLY RAIN.-The weather-wse are acquiring
If lowering clouds and a general desire for
rain is in any respect Indicative, we shall GER
tainly have it. Early rain will be destructive
to river mining. but cannot fail in being highly
advantageous to the country. The spirits of
the masses are now languishing in the accumu-
lated dust of three dry seasons, and should
they be disappointed another year, the pros
poets of many of our citizens'will wither with
the dearth of disappointed hope.
Let us but have a copious supply of the wa
terry element, and the famished earth will yet
send forth streams of prosperity that will glad
den the hearts of thousands.
The weekly Columbian. [volume] (Columbia, Tuolumne Co., Cal.) 1856-1???, 1856-09-13

ARTISAN WELL.-The workmen, in boring
for water at Sacramento, have struck layer OF
charcoal.
The weekly Columbian. [volume] (Columbia, Tuolumne Co., Cal.) 1856-1???, 1856-09-13

DANCING ScHooL.--By noticing an advertise
ment in another column, it will be seen that
Professor Clapp will open his Academy for in
structions in the Terpsichorean Art in Column
bia, commencing on Monday, Sept. the 29th.-
Prof Clapp has the reputation of being one of
the most accomplished teachers in this art in
California.
The weekly Columbian. [volume] (Columbia, Tuolumne Co., Cal.) 1856-1???, 1856-09-13

SrARBUcK HINE.-We call special attention
to the new advertisement of Messrs Starbuck d
Hine, Daguerrean and Ambrotypists. These
gentlemen are excellent artists and deserve
liberal patronage. Entire confidence can be
placed in the durability and correctness of their
work
The weekly Columbian. [volume] (Columbia, Tuolumne Co., Cal.) 1856-1???, 1856-09-13
State Fair at San Jose.

From all accounts the Fair to be given at
San Jose on the fifth of October, will be SPLEEN
did exemplifcation of California industry and
wealth. The natural resources of her agricul-
ture, and her rapid strides in Improvement and
manufactures will undoubtedly give favora-
BILE aspect to the Importance of our Golden State.
The California Farmer, of the 9Th inst, says =
Go where you will, among the Manufacture
ers, Mechanics, Artisans, among our artists of
every kind, and among the fairer portion Of
earth our eyes detect some specimen that We
ouess is preparing for the SAN JOSE FAIR.
We noticed block of Marble at the Office Of
Messrs Fay & Willis, on California street, San
Francisco; it was of superb grain and color. and
we were pleased to learn that Fire Piece was
being made to exhibit at the Fair. The quarry
of this marble is at Suisun.
Painters and Daguerreotypists are making
preparations for a magnificent show. and what
is now needed is little enthusiasm on the part
&C. the citizens of the State. They should talk
about 5. and spread the information far and
wide.
In speaking Of the inducements for visitors,
this paper continues
Most undoubtedly the citizens Of San Jose
will show their accustomed hospitality, aud wei
come their friends, for we know they were new
cr backward in all that pertains to social life.
This Fair will give all who desire it, an OPP
portunity to visit the Silver Mines, examine the
famed Artesan Wells, and spend time at the
Fair all in four or five days, and we trust all
will be there.
1t is to be hoped the Press of the State will
do all they can to awake a proper interest"
The weekly Columbian. [volume] (Columbia, Tuolumne Co., Cal.) 1856-1???, 1856-09-13

DEPARTUREs.-54O males, SO females and 10
children left for the Atlantic States on the Col
den Aqc on the 9Th.
The weekly Columbian. [volume] (Columbia, Tuolumne Co., Cal.) 1856-1???, 1856-09-13

ARKANsAs-This State has given a large ma
jority for Col. Yell, American candidate fos
Governor.
The weekly Columbian. [volume] (Columbia, Tuolumne Co., Cal.) 1856-1???, 1856-09-13
Republican Ticket.

For C5ngress-Ira P Rankin, Thomas Cox.
For CIerk of the Supreme Court-C. Cole
For Superintendent Of Public Instruction-J. NJ.
Burlington.
For Presidential Eyectors-L. C. Gum, T. 2.
Tracy, A. Bell. and c. A. Ormsby.
Prison Director-Moses Ames.
The weekly Columbian. [volume] (Columbia, Tuolumne Co., Cal.) 1856-1???, 1856-09-13

NorARIEs.--The Supreme Court decides that
a Governor cannot remove Notary Public.
The weekly Columbian. [volume] (Columbia, Tuolumne Co., Cal.) 1856-1???, 1856-09-13

DR.. WALEs.-By noticing an advertisement
in another column, it will be seen that Dr. Wales
has removed his professional office to the Da-
guerrean building occupied by Starbuck & Hines
Daguerrean Office on Fulton street.
The weekly Columbian. [volume] (Columbia, Tuolumne Co., Cal.) 1856-1???, 1856-09-13
Democratic Ticket.

For Congress- Charles l.. Scott, OF Tuolumne;
Joseph C. McKibben of Sierra.
For Clerk Of Supreme Courts. Fairfax, of Yu-
ba county.
For Superintendent Of Public Hstructton-A. J..
Mouldcr of San Francisco.
For Presidential Eyectors-Geo. Freanor, of
Siskiyon; Don Augusta Olivia, of Los Angeles;
De La Torra, and A. c. Bradford, of San Joa-
quin.
The weekly Columbian. [volume] (Columbia, Tuolumne Co., Cal.) 1856-1???, 1856-09-13

NORTH CARoLIvA.-Little doubt of the tr-
umph of the democratic party in this State
exists, though the returns are not full Bragg
democrat, is supposed to be elected by great
IL increased majority
The weekly Columbian. [volume] (Columbia, Tuolumne Co., Cal.) 1856-1???, 1856-09-13

E1s-We sec stated that in st. Louis county
No., Benton beats Polk 3,jS2, but in every
other county heard from, except two, Polk beats
Benton, and in two-thirds of the whole number
he is ahead of Ewing.
Samuel Caruthers, democrat, is reelected to
Congress in the 18th district.
The political complexion Of the Legislature
is not yet determined.
The weekly Columbian. [volume] (Columbia, Tuolumne Co., Cal.) 1856-1???, 1856-09-13

lzs> The old liners of Kentucky, Montgome-
ry county, in a public meeting lately resolved
to support Willard Fillmore, one for whom
justice in this crisis can be expected alike by
all sections of the country.
The weekly Columbian. [volume] (Columbia, Tuolumne Co., Cal.) 1856-1???, 1856-09-13
News Items.

FILLMORE IN ALABAMA We learn from pa-
pers and the most reliable resources that Fill
more's chances, for the support of Alabama,
are rapidly improving. Says an eminent writer
to the Democrat Of North Aabama:-"We have
scarcely doubt that Alabama will cast her
vote for the American nominees.
1g>The Democratic precinct meeting at
Iowa Hill last week, past resolutions endorsing
DR.. Gwin for the U. S. Senate, and recommend
ing his reelection.
gg-The Torn Talk says, in case the Republ-
cans have any strength in the next Legislature,
George 3. Tingley, and Felix Argent, of Pre-
sdio land patent notoriety, will be candidates
for she United States Senate
TT There are FIVE hundred new tunnels in
progress within few miles OF Downievlle, says
the Sierra Cs.i-ea.
G8-An entire Broderck ticket has been NOM
mated in Sierra county.
lB-The Yreka CAron says they have had a.
number of fine showeres recently in that tc%n'
and vicinity.
IgThe Democratic Convention of Trinity
county recently adopted a resolution repudia-
ting all Democrats who last year voted the
American ticket.
SACRAMENTO PIONEER AssocIATToN-The fol-
lowing gentlemen, says the California -4ineri,aa
were elected last evening, officers Of the above
named society.
President-Judge a. c. Monson.
Vice Presdents-Dr. Jno. +. Morse, Joseph
II. Nevette.
Corresponding Secsetary-N A. H. Ball.
Recording Secretary-Mr Robbins
Treasurer-D O. Mills
Directois-P. B. Conwall. Dr. Phelan, Rev
T. A. Benton, Mr. Ferris. James Anthony Jas.
Queen, j. II. Culver.
KENTUcKT.-This State is still doubtful, SO
far as the result of the late State election il
concerned. The chances are in favor of the
American party.
ls> The old liners of Kentucky, Montgome-
ry county in public meeting lately, resolved
Daily American organ. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1856, 1856-07-28
Prizes amounting to
100000 DOLL A RS!
viii be distributed according to the following
MAGNIFICENT SCHEME!
10000 Numbers-15, 1876 Prizes |

1875 prizes amounting to ............ 800, 900
The $4,000 Prizes of IS are determined by the num-
Der which draws the SAC, 900 Prize If that number
should BE- odd number, then every odd number
ticket in the scheme will be entitled to IS If
number, then every even number ticket will be emit
tied 10 So in addition to any other Prize which may
be drawn.
Purchasers in buying an equal quantity of odd aud
number tickets will be certain Of drawing nearly
one-haf the cost of the same with chances of obtain
ing other Prizes.
All these tickets ending with 0, "a, g. g. are even
oil those ending with /, 8, 5, z, 9 are odd
~ Remember that every Prize is drawn, and
payable in full without deduction.
~ All Prizes of 81 900 and under paid immedi-
atey after the drawing other prizes at the usual time
of thirty days.
All communications strictly confidential
The drawn numbers will be forwarded to purcha-
sers Immediately after the drawing
Whole Tickets, $l0-Halves, S5-Quarters, 81 80.
Prize Tickets cashed or renewed in other Tickets
at either office.
Orders for Tickets can be addressed to
.a.. 8. SWAN Il CO..
Atlanta, Georgia.
Or 8. SWAN,
July 9--d&wtf Montgomery, Alabama.
Daily American organ. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1856, 1856-07-28
FOR THE AMERICAN ORGAN.
Obituary.

When death invades the family circle and the
aged one falls under his touch, the sympathies Of
our better nature, behold with grief and emotion,
the stricken hearth, under such circumstances.
The Scriptural span of human life, when fully at
tanned, prepares our hearts for the contemplation
Of some not distant dissolution; but wheni II comes
alas when most expected, how does the gene
rous emotions Of the heart struggle against the dis
solution of earthly friendships, matured and conse-
Grated by age, the object of them sirks into his
timely grave. Such griefs have in them, however,
some, nay, much consolation, apart from state of
religious preparation. The ordinary decreptude
Of old age, with its infrmities and its pains, all
avoided, prepare us to some extent to contemplate
with some calmness death under such circumstan-
ces.
When the summons comes, however, to the
young, generous, and heroic youth--who has just
entered upon the stage OF manly career-with the
glory Of laudable ambition inspiring him to action
and the high hopes of the Christian to guide him
in his chosen field Of human aims and Objects IL Is
then to human perception and human feelings,
that death seems to be the implacable foe to our
race. These reflections arise in my mind upon the
occasion of the death, on Saturday last, of my
youthful friend and acquaintance, d. w. Edmon-
ston, Esq. My personal acquaintance did not ex-
tend over large space of his brief life But it was
long enough and intimate enough to know and
and abiding attachment to him, which grew and
strengthened to the day of his apparently prema-
ture death.
The writer Of this felt deeply the announcement
of this sad and mournful bereavement. 1t came
suddenly and unexpectedly whilst the ties Of friend
ship were in full growth. But il to the friendships
Of this life death under such circumstances appears
TO be rude, oh how must it be felt in that inner
circle around the hearthstone, where the relations
of this life bound up in the cords of strong ten
derness and hallowed love Here is the point In
human experience where all purely human philos-
ophies must fail Of consolation.
What voice Of comfort can they speak to the pas
sionate grief of the widowed heart--to the wreck
and desolation of the ties of the aged father and
mother, sisters and brothers Nothing surely, of
a healing character. But there is philosophy
it is Divine philosophy, glorious one, thank
God-tha does speak comfort from the silent tomb
ITSELF 1t promises life hereafter, and more than
that another and perpetual meeting of the friends
Of this life, where ties are formed that arc never
sundcred-they are perennial and last forever
This is the consolation | take, and offer to the
friends of ID. w. Edmonston. ANXIOUS
GEoRGETowN, July, %, 1856.
Daily American organ. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1856, 1856-07-28
BY A. GREEN, Auctioneer.
.RUSTEE'S SALE Of VALUABLE

u Improved PROPERTY by virtue of a deed
OF trust duly executed and recorded bearing date the
entitled to the debt thereby secured the subscriber
will sell at public auction in front of the premises
on "Wednesday, the 9th day of August, 1856, at 61I
O'Clock, p. NJ, the whole Of lot numbered eight (81
in square numbered nine hundred and ffty-one,
(95l,) situated in the city of Washington. The i'm
provemens upon this lot consist of three substantial
and well-bult two-story Frame Dwelling Houses
Terms of sale One-half cash. and the balance in
six and twelve months, The purchaser to give his
notes for the deferred payments, bearing interest
from the day of sale. A deed given and a deed of
trust taken to secure the payment of the notes. All
conveyancing at the expense of the purchaser IL the
terms OF sale be not complied with within five DAYS
from the day Of SALE the trustee reserves the right to
resell said premises, at the risk and cast Of the de-
faulng purchaser, by giving six days notice of such
resale in some newspaper published in the city of
Washington.
NIMR0D GARRETSON,
Trustee.
A. GREEN,
mil
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FOR WOOD AND COAL.
OFFICE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES u. s.,

OFFICE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, y. s.,
July 10, 1856.
- this Office until ~ NJ. on Saturday, the I'd day Of
August next for furnishing for the use Of the House
of Representatives two hundred tons best quality
Anthracite Coal white ash The coal must be clean,
free from slate or other foreign substance, and in
Jumps about the size of fourteen pound weight q
$40 pounds to the ton, and delivered free Of extra
charge in the vaults Of the Capitol
Also, for furnishing for the use of the House of
Representatives two hundred cords of first quality
Hickory Wood; twenty-five cords to be sawed twice,
and the balance to be sawed once. The whole to be
measured, sawed, and slowed away in the vaults of
the Capitol at the expense of the contractor
Both Wood and Coal are to be delivered on or be-
fore the 18th day of October next and 10 be subject
aperson to be appointed by the Clerk of the House
Of Repres, natives.
Proposals may be separate, and should be endorsed
Proposals for Wood" and Proposals for Coal"
and directed to "The Clerk of the House of Repre-
sentatives, Washington" july 2I-diftA2
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BY A. GREEN. Auctioneer.
sale of avcasIa..s .

Sxrx.x x~s..u
E4TENSIVE sale Of excellent and well.
- kept Furniture on the Island, near Grace
Church Thursday, the 3st instant at 10 o'cocL
NJ, shall sell, at the residence of the Rev Gee
X. Moore, on Ninth street. (south) in Wallach's Row,
near Grace Church, an extensive assortment Of ex
eellent Cabinet Furniture and Housekeeping Arti
Giles generally, comprising in part
Mahogany Sofas, Parlor and Reception Chairs
Fineframe French Plate Mirrors
Marble Top Tables What Nots
Handsome Sideboard
Marble Top and Plain Bureaus
Jenny Lind and other Bedsteads
Beds, Bolsters, and Pillows, Mattresses
Cane and Wood Seat Chairs
Writing Desk, Hat Rack
Carpeting, Oil Cloth, Looking Glasses, &c, &c.
large lot of China, GLASS; and Crockery Ware
Together with an assortment of Kitchen reaui-
sites.
Terms: All sums under $50; cash over that
amount credit of thirty and sixty days with notes
satisfactorily endorsed, bearing interest
A. GREEN,
july 25-d Auctioneer.
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Prizes amounting to
204. 900 d 0LL A r S!
win be distributed according TO the following
BRILLIANT SCHEMEl

1875 prizes amounting to. .$2O4, 900
The $4,000 Prizes Of IS are determined by the num-
Der which draws the $4,000 Prize. II that number
should be an odd number, then every odd number
ticket in the scheme will be entitled to $S if an even
number, then every number ticket in the scheme
will be entitled to %, in addition TO any other Prize
which may be drawn.
Purchasers in buying an equal quantity of odd and
even number tickets win be certain of drawing nearly
one-haf the cost Of the same, with chances of OBJ.
tanning other Prizes.
All those tickets ending with O. 2, A, 6, 8, are even
all those ending with ], 5, 5, z, 8, are odd
~ Remember that every Prize is drawn, and
payable in full without deduction.
~ All Prizes Of 81 900 and under paid immedi-
ately after the drawing; other Prizes at the usual
time of thirty days.
All communications strictly confidential.
The drawn numbers will be forwarded TO purcha.
sers Immediately after the drawing.
Whole Tickets $l0-Halves $5-Qaarters 81 so. 4
Prize Tickets cashed or renewed in other Tickets
at either Office
Orders for Tickets be addressed either to
s. SWAN Il CO.,
Atlanta, Georgia.
Or 8. SWAN,
July 24-d&wtf Montgomery, Alabama.