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The weekly Columbian. [volume] (Columbia, Tuolumne Co., Cal.) 1856-1???, 1856-11-15

PuPn'S SoIREE-Decidedly one of the most
agreeable little dancing parties, that has ever
been cotton up in Columbia came off at Musical
Hall on last Thursday evening. Beauty and
grace, so seldom seen in mining towns, were in
attendance, dispensing their charms on every
side Quite a number of ladies and gentlemen
were present from the adjoining towns. The
friendly feeling eyinced On this occasion argues
favorable to improvement in the social cir
Gle; indications, which We hope. time viii verify.
Professors Clapp and silversrnith, certainly de-
serve credit for the orderly and correct man
ner in which they conducted their first party OF
the season. In two or three weeks they pro-
pose giving party in Sonora. The Columbians
should on that occasion reciprocate the friend
ship of Sonora.
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State Ticket n. Tuolunrne.

For Congress-Scott. 1868: McKibben, 2sOs;
whitman. 22l3; "Dibble. 2033; Rankin, ll64.
Turner. 1914.
For Clerk of Supreme Curt-Fairfax, 1858;
'Skinker. 2095: fCoIe, IO4O
For Superintendent of Public Instructions
Moulder, 1851: James. '21O4; Huntington. 1906.
For State Senmor.--Mandeville 2S46; ALEX
andcr, 1888: fO'SuIlivan. 500.
For Assemblymea F Patrick 27Sl: Rogers, 2770:
Underwood. 1858: Silman. 27S9: .Tavlor. 1860;
Frazier, 2013: *McCnrly. 1871: watts. 2I2I:
Morse 9sI; fBartlett 1911; dawson, 1880;
fGamble. 1874: morse. 9Sl.
For Cdunty Judqc--Joncs. 1897: 'Oxley 1888.
For County Recordfr.-Lokel, 2786; *Milncr,
2l3S: tSnyder. 927
For C,"dy Supercisors.-IIenry. 1854; Struton,
Dow, 2SlS: Robinson, 1926: Webster, 2S23;
Screen, POPS: Nelson. z0s5: Erwin, 203S;
Harper, 1920; *Brown. 1915: fAllyn. 964;
Thomas. 96S; tFales. 9sl; fSaunders, 9G5;
tLiscOmh 9S2.
Ner C5nstitution.-For, 1891; Against, &c.
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Agents for the Weekly Columb lan.


In another column Of the paper will be found
a Telegraphic dispatch, giving the Election
News from Pennsylvania, Ohio, Indiana and
other States. 1t is however so indefinite that
one cannot positively determine what will be
the position Of those States at the Presidential
election.
Owing to the lateness of the hour when we
received the dispatch, we were necessarily
obliged to crowd out much interesting matter,
among which is a report of the successful pro-
gress Of the C. & S. r. W. Co.'s Ditch. 1t will G
in the next ISSUE
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RELATIVE SIZE OF CALIFORNIA CIrIEs-The
following is the vote polled in the largest cities
be seen that Nevada ranks third and Marysville
fourth San Francisco, 1852; Sacramento,
4,6O1; Nevada, 2,Osl; Marysville, 1880; Orc
vile, 1858; Columbia, l,l64; Stockton, 1908;
Grass Valley, 1928; Iowa Hill. l,249; Placer
ville LOIS; Sonora, 93l; Downieville, ISL;
Georgetown, 567; Auburn, 522.
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For the Columbian.
Mr.. EDITOR !:

Mr.. EDITOR
notice that the partizan papers
are chuckling over the fact that Cow Greek pre-
cinct cast its vote unanimously for Buchanan;
how was it done: The Fillmore tickets were
sent up by Democrat, who destroyed them on
the way, and when the election opened. there
were no ballots. The Americans were greatly
incensed at this dastardly conduct and refused
to vote at all, as they could not favor their
choice through the absence of tickets, and then
the Buchanan men had II their own way. This
statement is but simple act of justice to num-
Der Of as gallant Fillmore men, as live in Tuol-
umne county. A.. VOTER.
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Debating Society.

Now that the excitement of election is mostly
over, we desire again to call attention to the
propriety of Immediately organizing Congress
sional Debating Society in Columbia, as pro-
posed by DR.. Gibbons at public assemblage
some two or three weeks past.
That Such society would prove highly ad-
rantageous to the young men of Columbia
there can be no doubt, as, if properly regulated,
il would stimulate the mind to study and read
ing, in order to be prepared competently to dis
charge the duties devolving upon each member.
Apart from the advantages arising from bet
ter acquaintance with the literature OF the day,
there might be much learned, at society of this
kind, Of an eminently practical character-for
instance familiarity with Parliamentary
rules and usages There are but few Ameri-
cans to be found, who don't, more or less, inter-
est themselves in the politics of their country.
In State, County or Township meetings, it is
therefore essential that all who participate
ehould have q knowledge of Parliamentary rules,
ifnot perfect, at least to an extent that would
prevent all confusion and irregularities. Many
among US aspire to positions of honor and
Office. where It becomes absolutely necessary to
have knowledge Of this kind, as for instance
the Legislature; otherwise they prove practi-
cally incompetent to discharge Alright. the re-
sponsiblities of the position in which their for
tune may have placed them. But surely it will
not be necessary to urge the advantages of this
society, as our young men cannot fail to recog-
nise and appreciate its worth. We would sug-
gest that an early day be named on which to
take in consideration the propriety Of an imme-
date organization.
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OLD CLIPPER BULDING.-The House former
ly used in the publication of the Clipper, has
underwent thorough changes and repairs
Friend Heckendorn has fitted up many excel
lent rooms in it, for the accommodation of those
wanting office or sleeping apartments
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ERRoR.-In report of the election last Sat-
urday, we stated that Mr. Palmer Of Columbia,
for Constable, was the only American elected
in the county. In this we we're mistaken; as re-
turns show that of the ten Justices Of the Peace
elected in the county, FIVE were members Of the
American party MIR. W. Fl. Ford Of Sonora,
reelected, Mr.. Chandler of jacksonville; Mr..
Preston of Jamestown; Mr.. McGehee of Big Oak
Flat, and Mr.. Otter of Township No. 3. Five
Of the Justices are Democrats-we have not
been furslshed with their names. Several Con-
stables have also been elected in the county
who were members of the American party. OF
course their ticket did not elect them.
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va Surprise parties are becoming quite com
mon in the fashionable circles of Columbia
We have heard of several within the past two
weeks. with which the persons present express
ed themselves as highly gratfed; being both
entertaining and agreeable.
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SCHOOLS IN SroCKToN.-The Stockton Arqus,
gives very interesting account of an exhibition
Of German School which was held in that CITY
on Tuesday last. 1t is gratifying to know that
growing interest is manifested throughout the
State, in favor of Schools and education.
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CENSUS AT SAcRAMENTO-Mr. Latham, who
who has been taking the census of the children
in Sacramento, reported that the whole number
between the ages of four and eighteen years. is
SOB, of which number 238 are males and 265
are females. In addition to these, there are 800
infants under the age of four years, making the
entire number Of children over 500.
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The following is the official vote in Tuolumne
county. It will be seen that Buchanan has
majority over Fillmore of s27 votes; majority
over Fremont 1901; necessary to majority
over both the other candidates 211. Whole
number of votes polled.--O796.
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ARTISAN WELL.-The Artesian Well in this
city, says the San Joaquin Republican, has
reached the depth of 1868 feet, and is progressing
through tough blue CLAW
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MAN KIILED--WhIle two men were engaged
in drilling in claim in Rock Gulch, the pow
der suddenly exploded, killing one of the men.
John Mckenny, instantly, and badly injuring
the other, Dennis NcCar
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Local OAices-Toyvnship No. 2.

For Justices of the Peace.--Stinchfeld. 1865;
Drake, ll45: Roberts. Csc: Chamberlain, 522;
Allen. SIG: Gibbons 276: DeNoille. 10.
For Constable Mcdonald. 1914: Palmer I040;
Biggs 1864: Castor, COS; Bryant, 200; Shipley,
2SS; Bruce &c.
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A CHINESE MINIsTER-The Methodist Confer
ence at Sacramento was addressed on Monday
by Chinese minister. who showed good un-
derstanding of Christian doctrine. Hisremarke
we're Interpreted by the Rev. Mr.. Shuck
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POsTPoNED.-The trial of McCauly. one of
the recent murderers of Carr, at Shaw's Flat,
has been postponed for the next setting of the
Court. Col. F. D. Baker is retained in defence.
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q. S. CASH ACCOUNT.-There was on deposit
at the several repositories. subject to the draft
Of the United States Treasurer, on the 22d of
September. the sum of 1923. 495 OO9 81.
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Township M. 5.

Justices Of the Peace. Callinridge and E.
Parker. Dem.
C5nstables.-M r. Graham and J. II. Worth
Dem.
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Township No. 3.

Ji,siicss IF he Pc CA 3. Breston and VIM.
II. Utlor. ho.h Americans.
Convta'ItS.--C. NJ. Keflee and W. ~ Morrison,
Americans.
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Inc. 29174 Inca 239 Os7 Dec. 60o 1854 Inc All 1873
By reducing the wheat to -four. the quantity
of the latter left the tide water this year. COM
pared with the corresponding period of last
year. shows an increase of S76 ,987 bbls of -four.
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Township No. 4.

JuStices Of The Peuce--M. McGehee and T. J
ChanJior Am.
C6n.ts.Jisx.--J. f. Baker and p. Woodruff,
Dem.
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LANDING Schooner Alexander discharged
yesterday upon the Levee. 100 tons ofmcrchan-
disc, the greater part Of which was consigned to
forwarding merchants
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The Presidential Election.

The following sensible remarks are from the
Sacrameto Union.
The past is always secure; its actions and re-
suits are Interchangeable; we can only benefit bv
the lessons it teaches The election is now over:
each elector, it is to be hoped, has voted as he
believed his duty required, and whatever NAV
be the result. he should, as a good American
cetizen resolve to devote himself to the discharge
of those other duties which devolve upon eyerv
man as member of the society in which his lot
is cast. Americans differ from all other people
known, relative to political contests. In most
countries, the party defeated at the polls or in
an efforts to obtain governmental power. resorts
Immediately to arms. and attempts to obtain by
war and bloodshed, that place and power its
leaders failed to achieve by peaceful means and
legal agencies. But in the United States, how
ever bitter violent and exciting political con-
test may appear during its progress. the moment
the voice of the majority is proclaimed through
the ballot box that moment the minority &C
quiesce in the decision. and console themselves
for defeat with the reflection that they will trv
it over again one year from date The express
ed will of the people is cheerfully submitted to
unless the minority has reason to believe there
has been cheating round the board Such un.
douptedly will be the case in the present cleo
ton. Whoever succeeds the minority will sub
nit If Mr. Fremont. the South, although de-
precating the result will, after giving express
sion to some indignant protests. acquiesce in
the result-will wait before making any disunon
demonstrations, until after the Republican par
ty commit some gross overt act upon the rights
of the people of that scction.-The representa-
tives from that portion of the Union would, of
course, sternly oppose his administration in
will say frankly. we abide the RESULT is the
voice of the people, but we will oppose the po-
licy Of his administration with every politi-
cal means which our numerical strength puts
peopfe from Maine to Texas and from Delaware
to California will exclaim we are content; we
know that although we may have lost our man,
safe and national man. npon whom the whole
South. East and West-mav RELY
in perfect confidence that the character Of the
nation will be maintained abroad. and the Com
promises of the Constitution and the bonds of
the Union sacrcdlv sustained at home.
SCHooLs.-Mr Porterfeid informs us that he
is about to increase the inducements for the at
tendance of children at his school. by way Of
employing female assistant. Miss Nelson. for
some time past teacher in San Francisco.
She has already arrived for this purpose, amt
will enter upon her duties next week.
Mr.. E. c. Clarke has card in another coIhmn
of the paper to which we call attention. He
designs starting an Independant School in Co
lumba commencing on the oath. Terms So so
per month.
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Township No. /.

Justices Of he Peace-Wm H. Ford, American
and James Litford. Democrat
Cosstable,.-J. E. Edmiston, DEM, and L. S.
Phillips, American.
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FLOUR AND GRAIN TRADE OF NEW YoRK.-Tbe
following table shows the arrivals of -four and
grain at tide water in New York to the 3Oth of
September, 1856, compared with 1856:
Flour, ibis. Wheat, bu. Corn b. Barley b.
1855. 600 1913 1,52320 s2a5, 2s5 80 574
1856. .638, 597 $780, 1863 7,685,921 1912
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WERrH's TRIAL.-The Mayor of San Francis
co fined W. H. Werth $40 on Monday last, for
his alledged dlsorderly proceedings on the day
of the election.
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PANORAMA Panorama of all the scenes
enacted by the late vigilanc Committee, has
been completed. and was to be exhibited ON
Tuesday night last, at the Metropolitan theatre
in San Francisco.
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ENrERPRrsE.-In Shaw's Flat, an extensively
rich mining locality. there exists difficulty in
mining to advantage, in consequence of the
amount of water constantly standing at a certain
distance below the surface. To obviate this d-
ficulty an enterprising Company have organ
lied and commenced work with aview drumming
q large Tunnel, commencing in Woods Creek,
and running on a regular grade near half
mile to Shaw's Flat at which point it will be
sufficiently low to form complete drainage for
the entire Flat. The enterprise will require a
heavy capital to make it complete, but when
finished cannot fail in proving not only profita-
BILE to the Stockholders, but also highly advan-
tageous to the interest of Shaw's Flat.
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4 meeting was held at Bensonville on Fri
day evening, and organized company with
the above name, for the purpose of luming Co.
lumbia Gulch-running some IL feet lower
than the present flume. The Capital Stock is
composed Of $50 shares of 500 each, or $25O00
At an election, the following officers were
chosen
Hawks and Monroe.
Secretary-Mr Vanvectine,
Treasurer-Wm. 0. Sleeper
Engineer-R. NJ Wilson
superintendent. Fletcher.
The Meeting adjourned until Wednesday the
10Th inst.
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EurODean News.

NV YoRK, Oct. 2d.-By the arrival Of the
Persia, on Tuesday, at this port, we have one
weeks later intelligence from Europe. Its de-
tails are interesting A Russian dispatch in
which reference is made of affairs in Naples
had been received by the French Minister of
Foreign affairs. This fact caused some sensa-
ton, coupled with the rumor, that Russia was
about to send feet to the Bay of Naples
The latter may not be well founded, but in
consequence of difficulties existing from the in
definite character of the Treaty on certain ques
tions, serious difficulties may be again appre-
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INDIANAPOLIS. Oct. 1.-THE election of the
Hon. A. Willard democratic candidate for Gov
ernor, is conceded The Republicans have a
majority in the State Senate. and the democrats
in the House. The democrats have elected five
Congressman and the Republicans three certain.
Three districts are still doubtful. The Hart
ford Times had special despatch from Indian
apolis, on Wednesday, saying that eight demo-
cratic Congressman are elected in Indiana.
This would be a gain of SIX
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NEWARK CHARTER ELEcrIoS.-The vote on
Tuesday was as fallow:
Moses Biglow. DEM. 2495
Parkhurst. Ok. ny. 1856
Powell, (Rep) .........2 l57
Plurality for Biglow 1859. the new members
Of the Common Council stand 10 dem. to 2 k. n.
l black republican.
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KANSAS.

Gen. Whitfield has been elected to Congress
from Kansas Territory by the pro-slavery parry.
His election was unanimous. BY preamble and
resolutions, which were adopted by the citizens
of Lawrence, it appear the free State party re-
garded the election law as invalid and Of no
effect and they consequently refused to vote
The result Of the elections held thus far in
the several States for the next Congress. shows
a gain of Forty members in ten States for the
Bradford reporter. [volume] (Towanda, Pa.) 1844-1884, 1856-11-06
BAKERY & RESTAURANT.

One Door NOrW OT Wc " ara House.
FTNIE subscriber would respectfully inform his friends
l. and the public generally that he has opened a BA-
kerry AND EATING SALOON, one door north of the
Ward House. where he intend to keep constantly hand
full assortment Of everything in the line. such Bread
Biscuit Rusk Crackers, Jumbes, all kinds ot Cake sc.
Having secured the services of experienced baker and
using nonh but the best brands of flour he feels confident
of giving satisfaction to all who may favor him with their
patronage
Wedding and other parties furnished with whatever re-
qurcd short notice and at the reasonable rates
4 nice assortment of Candies Nuts Fruits &C.. kept
always on hand and sold at the cheapest rates.
FRESH OYSTERS received three times per week bv
express, and sold wholesale and retail.
ballot Coffee served up at all hours. Don't forget the
place, one door north Of the Ward House
February L. 1856. II. A. BURBANK
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TOWANDA
IFEMAIsE SEMINARY Y 0

THE MISSES HANSON respectfully inform the public
l. that the Fall Term of their school will open in the
building second street, westof the Ward House,
on Monday September l., 1856.
Miss O. ID. HANSON will have the general superinten-
dcnce of the school, assisted in Music by Miss REBECCA
d. HANSON, and in French by Miss EMMA HANSON.
Thankful for the patronage already extended to them,
they beg leave those entrsting their daughters
in their charge that every effort will he made to deserve
the confidence and favor of their patrons.
The school will consist of four quarters of eleven
weeks each. The summer vacation commencing in July.
aud ending in September. of few days will be
taken at the holidays
TERMS, FER QUARTER
First CldSS-TO include the elementary English 50 m
branches, and the study of the Latin language N' "
Second Classic include the more advanced stu
dies of the English branches with Mathematics, 50 90
and the study of Latin and French. ..........
Third Classic include Mathematics Mental
and Moral Philosophy, Rhetoric, Botany, &c, Sl2 90
with Latin anu FRENCH.
Each pupil will bring with her desk and chair. There
will he no extra charge whatever.
MUSIC-Insruction on the Piano, with of instru-
mcnt, will be given by Miss REBECCA d. HANSON at SO
per quarter.
Boarding for young ladies he obtained in private
families at reasonable rates. Pupils from distance will
receive the especial care of the teachers.
LECTURE on Rhetoric Moral and Intellectual PhO-
sophy, and the higher branches of English Composition,
will also be delivered once twice in each week.
They beg leave to refer to the following named gentle
men :-Rt Rev. ALONZo POTTER Bishop of the Diocese
of Penna, Philadelphia; Rev. DIR. MACLEAN, President of
the College of New jersey.
Hon. DAVID Wu.M0r, q. F. MASON, c. L. WARD, JOHN
+. MEANS, ID. F. BARSTow, II. 5. MERCUR, o. ID. BART
f.. q. (IOOpRICH ToWanda,
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ADVICE TO You've FARMEEs-Alow me to
say, to young farmers especially, let us be stu
dious and inquisitiye, as well as laborious let
us be simple and frugal in our habits avoid
useless expenditures +; leave fine dress, and fast
horses, and snowy dwellings, to those who real
ly need such things to recommend them. Let
us ever remember that for health and subStan-
tial wealth. for rare opportunities, for self-im-
provement, for long life and real independence,
farming is the best business in the world
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THE PEOPLES CLOTHING STORE
18l GREAT BARGAINS! [56
NJ, j, Solomon, Proprietor.

THIS extensive Ready y-nade Clothing Establishment,
IL situated in Mercurs block, Main street has just been
filled with large assortment of SPRING CLOTHING.
The proprietor the public that he has the best
and cheapest assortment offered in Towanda and to
prove this fact he respectfully asks the public to call and
examine for themselves.
Persons wishing good bargains and elegant suit, or
any portion thereof well made of substantial material
Coat Vest Pantaoons Cravat Collars and in fact every
thing iii the line, will do well to call He is confident he
satisfy all in price and quality.
Don't forget the place-one door south of Mercurs
store, Main-st. Towanda, March 2S 1856.
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LIGHTNING RODS.

NHE subscriber having had two years experience in the
IL Lightning Rod trade, in and about Philadelphia has
now commenced the business in Bradford and adjoining
Counties. He will do business near home ami use moth
ing hut the best article of Rod and patna points all war
ranted SUCH and erected in the perfect and sbstan
tal manner, and strictly upon scientific principles S
any line of clcgrash. Persons wishing their families ana
property protected from this destroying agent can do so
by applying to the subscriber at Leltaysvillc
Lellaysvile, May -, 1876. L. GREGORY
nRIED APPLES--a few first rate ones
~ toItsalc at jllO FOXS'.