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Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1856-01-16

THE NEW BANK AT CAADEN.-We clip the
following from the last number of the West
Jerseyman:-ssThe new Banking House is fast
approaching completion, and will prove quite
an ornament to the principal street of the city,
on which it stands. The Institution will 60
into operation under the most favorable auspi-
ces, having the good wishes of the entire COM
munity, which has felt that the growing bus-
increase of banking facilities for its accommo-
dation. There is enough business for both the
old and new Bank, and the judicious manage
ment of both these institutions cannot fail to
impart a healthy impetus to the trade of which
our city is the centre. The new institution
will commence banking operations on Wednes-
day, the second day of the year. The
Board Of Directors is composed of the follow
ing gentlemen A. W. Markley, Alb. Brown
ing, NJ. Browning, r. W. Howell, c.. S. Gar
rett, VIM. p. Tatem, B. P. Sisty, n. N Stokes,
Geo. Haywood, Ezra Evans, VIM. Buzby, C.
P. Browning, Benz. Shreve. The subordinate
officers having been elected at the Directors
meeting on Saturday, the following comprises
a complete list of the officers of the institu-
ton: President, A. W. Markley; Cashier, D..
R. Maddox; Receiving Teller, James H. Ste
vens; Book-keeper, VIM. Wright; Runner and
Waterman, Hugh II. Bate Solicitor, R. w.
Howen Notary, P. j. Gray
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1856-01-16

THE HARRIsBURG TELEGRAPH came to us
last week in large octayo form and printed
on new type. 1t is now one OF the largest and
most handsome sheets in the State. conducted
by able and expeEiepeed editors. 1t is issued
twice a.weesd sdasings the session of the Legis-
lature, and once week the remainder of the
year, at 81 year, s'the money invariably to
accompany the order" Any of our readers
who wish to procure paper from the State
capital would do we'll to send for the Tetegyaph.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1856-01-16

RoMANIsM AND THE BIBLE.-The Fresman's
Journal, the n. York organ ofBishop Hughes,
makes use of the recent fanatical murder by
the Mathematics, in Connecticut, to argue
that the people at large ought not to be allow
ed to read the Bible, OF at least only under the
supervision of an infallible expounder of it, in
the shape of Papist priest. Now it will be
recoliected that Sly, one of the murderers, kill
led bis victim by knocking him down with a
club of witch-hazel and then cutting his throat
with pocket knife, and the Tribune appropri-
ately asks, 'swhat would be thought of an ar
gument founded on these facts in favor OF eX-
terminating all witch hazel trees, and of allow
ing no man to carry a knife in his pocket, ex-
cept under the supervision of policeman
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1856-01-16

WINTER, &c.-Here, in Clearfield, we are
in the midst of winter. During the last two
weeks, snow fell in large quantities, and at
this time it is perhaps three feet in depth.
Until the close of the past week, the sleighing
was elegant. Within the recollection of that
revcred parsonage, ssthe oldest inhabitant,'' it
was never known to have been better--and well
has it been used by everybody. The more ad-
vanced in years, as well the gay and youth
full have been indulging in the pleasures which
arc peculiar to the season. Springng juvenil-
ity and incipient manhood have been playing
| the deectable to smiling misses, and blushing
maidens of sssweet sixtesn.'' The farmer has
taken advantage of the good condition of the
roads to convey his products to market, and
the sturdy raftsman is busy gliding the slender
spar and weighty timber to the rivers brink.
In short-to use a common phrase-all are en-
deavoring to ssmake the most of it,
On last Thursday morning, large party
left this place for Philipsburg, where they par
took of an excellent dinner at the house of one
Atherton, sswho keepeth an hotel.'' and re-
turned again in the afternoon, having enjoyed
fan agreeable and delightful seigh-ride.
In the evening of the day, another
party went to DR.. Schryver's, where the time
was pleasantly whiled away with music and
dancing, until the sswee short hours ayant the
twal''' coming on apace, admonished them to
| desist and seek their homes.
The cold has been very severe, the mer-
curry on Wednesday morning falling to 10 de-
| grees below zero. The wind was very high on
several days and drifted the snow in some pIa-
ces so much as to render the passage of the
roads somewhat difficult.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1856-01-16

THE DRAINING OF THE HARLEM SEA, HoL-
LANE.-The Chairman of the Commission on
the Draining OF the Harlem Sea has published
a final report on this work, which is to be fin
ished this year. The expenses from 1889 to
1855. inclusive, are So, 400 900, and the le-
ceipts from land to be sold is estimated at S3,-
100000. 1t was at first supposed the reclaim
ed land would be worth only some $50 per acre
but in 1858 it was actually sold for over Sl2O.
This return exceeds all expectation, as the
draining was not undertaken as speculation,
but 4 precaution against further inroads of
the sea. Fruitful farms already begin to ap-
pear here and there on the former floor of the
sea. Forty-tiye thousand acres in all have been
reclaimed from the sea, which will supply 100, :
COG people bountifully with the means of life.
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NeIu aAuertispnents.
EHXTRA FAMILY FLOUR, for sale by
h MERRILL & CARTER
Clearield Pa Jan I6 1856.

ETALLOA!-NEw " AGON MANUFAcToRY
d The undersigned would respectfully an
nounce to his friends and the public generally,
that he has opened out new Eagon-Making Es-
tablshment in -New SaleP City" Brady town
ship, where he will at all times be prepared to
manufactures on the shortest notice, all kinds of
Wagons Carts whecfbarrows &c. The best ma
teraI that can be procured will be used and his
work will be made in the most substantial and du-
IA bic manner, such will bear the test of strict
examination By close observance of his bust
ness engagements, and by disposing of his work
on the most reasonable terms, which he will do
for either cash or approved country produce. he
hopes to merit and receive liberal share of pub
lie custom BENZ. RISHEL.
New Salem City. Jan. IS, 1850
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1856-01-16
THE GOVERNORS MESSAGE.

The message of Gov. Pollock, which we pub
lished last week and which our readers have
had time to peruse and digest, is one of the
best documents of the kind that Las come un-
der our notice for some time. The subjects,
to which allusion is made in the message, are
discussed in lucid and perspicuous manner,
the suggestions therein contained are prudent,
useful and practicable, and, taken as whole,
it is an able and statesmanlike production. 1t
has elected the commendation of the press
generally, throughout the State, and it is only
here and there that violent opposition sheet
will venture to speak of it in anything like
disparaging terms.
The financial affairs of the Commonwealth
are represented as being in wholesome con-
dition, and it cannot be otherwise than graft
flying to the taxpayers of the State to know,
that, notwithstanding lalge sums have been ex-
pended for unfinished improvements COM
menced under former administrations, no re-
sort to loaning has been made and that the rev.
enue of the year has exceeded the expendi-
lures to the amount of s630.60l that the in
tercst on the State debt for the past year has
been paid, and that the balance in the Treasu-
ry is amply sufficient to pay the interest for
the current year.
On the several questions of banks, agricul-
ture, common schools, the State institutions,
&C., the Governor is explicit and utters opin-
ions strictly in accordance with his views here
tofore expressed on these subjects; the con-
dition of the public works are set forth clear
ly; several valuable suggestions and PROPOSE
tions are made, after which, as a contemporary
remarks, ga few well-sxpressed sentiments, in
which every patriotic citizen will heartily join,
conclude what we are disposed to regard as
one of the best State papers that has ever been
issued from the Executive chair.''
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1856-01-16

THE MAILS have been much deranged in
their transition by the recent snow storms
The cars on the railroads have been obstructed
in their passage, and within the last few DAYS
there have been no regular connections. We
have received no Philadelphia papers for sew
eral days. Nearly every journal we receive
has accounts of the unusal quantity of snow
that seems to have fallen everywhere.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1856-01-16
TER MS.

The JOURNAL is published every "Wednesday,
at ONE DOLLAR Ann FIFTY CENTS per annurl in
advance. or Two DOLLARS within the year.
Advertisements inserted at fifty cents per square,
for the first and twenty-five cents for each addi-
tional insertion. A liberal deduction made to
those who advertise by the quarter year.
The Terms Will be strictly adhered to.
No paper discontinued without payment of ar
rearages, unless at the option of the publisher.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1856-01-16

BRADY, of the BrookviITe Jefersonian, was in
town on Monday on his way home from Har-
risburgh. He dropped in to see US, and we
must say that he is the same easy, open-coun-
tenanced chap he always was. He thinks the
..sdrama" is at a low ebb, and that ssthe last
act'' was so poorly played that is had better be
discarded and another substituted.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1856-01-16
IMPORTANT INTELLTGENCE:L
III WHICH EXERYEeIY SHnfJTD EHo

= =
Il WHICH EVERYBODY Should KNOW
No mere creations Of the Fancy, bat existing real
"a knowledge CT which can DC acquires
by careful .erusal of what follows =
1t is always an object with purchasers to bay on
the '.M0Sr ACCOMMODATING TERMS.' In
buying goods, this is especially desirable. Lever,
illegal Co., at their Store in New siiem ctty'
Brady township, q miles west Of Luthersburg, are
determined upon supplying all who may faver
them with a call, with Goods at as favorable prices
as the same style of article can be purchased IN
that section of country,
Their stock consists of Dry Goods, Hardware,
oueensware Groceries, DC, which selected
with view to accommodate tho wants of the com
munity as well as to meet the demands of the sea-
son.
The citizens of Brady and the neighbsrhood are
invited to call, examine the goods and prices, ana
act in accordance with their own Judgment
Country produce of all kinds taken in exchange
for goods, and the best prices allowed
LEVER. FLEG Al. & CO
Brady township, Jan. IS; 1853.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1856-01-16

THE MARKETs.--At Philadelphia, on Satur-
day, Flour sold at So % for COMMON and $40
for extra brends; Wheat, red 50, white 50, 10 !;
Rye Sl,20; Corn 7SaS0c; Oats 43a44. In
Pittsburgh. Flour sold at 81 sc to S6; Wheat
81 40 to 81 ,G5; Rye so; Corn 40 rnd 45.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1856-01-16

The New York Assembly is in ssfix" SINH.
lar to what Congress is-they can't elect theil
Speaker, and poor prospects ahead.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1856-01-16

LATEST FROM EURoPE.-The steamer Allan
tic arrived at New York on the 18TH bringing
London dates to the 31st ult. The negotia-
tions for peace had not progressed. Prince
Esterhazy had arrived at St. Petersburg and
submitted the propositions to the Czar, but the
latter having three weeks in which to reply,
nothing was known as to his intentions. There
is nothing startling from the seat of war, the
intelligence being limited to details respect
ing the capture of Kars. Breadstuffs had de-
clined considerably at Liverpool.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1856-01-16

CONGRESS has done nothing specially inter-
esting during the past week. In the House
they have several ballots each day for Speak
er, and the remainder of the time is spent in
defining positions, or something else equally
ssgrave and Important
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1856-01-16
THE LATEST.

q. S. SENAToR.-Monday was the day fixed
U. S. Senator. On last Friday evening, the
Democratic members met in caucus to nomi-
nate a candidate, which resulted in The selec-
tion of Hon. VIM. Bigler, on the 10th ballot,
the vote standing thus: Bigler 43, Foster Is,
Buckalew IL, Jones 7 Robbins 8. On the 1st
ballot, Bigler had Is, Robbins Is, Foster Is,
Buckalew 6, Porter z, Jones 8, McCandless 6,
scattering 8. We have no positive informa-
tion regarding the election Monday further
than that the Erening .4rgus says it had a dis
patch stating that Mr.. Bigler was elected.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1856-01-16
NJ 4 X II I F. ID

MARRIED,
On the 10th JAM. by NJ. A. Frank, Esq, Mr..
ELIJAH SMELL, to Miss MARY ELLEN WILLIAMS,
both Of Bradford township.
Volcano weekly ledger., 1856-09-20
NOTICE TO THE AFFLICTED.

Mn. EDITOR ;-Sir-It is duty we owe TO the
public and also Dr. q. H. Tozer, of Sacramento,
that induces to come before the public with the
statement we are now making
] see that il is the custom Of some Physicians to
advertise their own putis which read though you
you yourself had put them in your paper. There
five of us that have been under DR.. ToZer care
for the last fortnight with diseases of an extraorli
nary nature. One with an old chronic complaint of
some years standing, from which he had given up
all hopes Of ever getting cured, for he had employ
ed several Physicians without getting any relief
He was covered with spots and sores from his ank-
les TO his head, and he is happy to inform the pub
lie that he is now free from every appearance of
disease, and is in better health than he has been for
years
Another of the number came down from the most
northern mines, suffering from what is called Semi
nal weakness. He had become weak, he could
not work for loss of memory, dmness of sight, &c.
and he will be happy to speak for. himself; if any
doubt 1t, he can be seen at the above mentioned
Doctors office The others were recent complaints
and were perfectly cured in six days, and are
perfectly we'll and hearty. ! myself have been
troubled with disease for the last six months and
could not get cured in the country, and came down
to Sacramento, and am happy to say, am now well
for which shall ever feel grateful for think Dr.
Ts great success is in consequence OF his unremit
ting attention, and can recommend him as the most
judicious practitioner / ever knew.
W. Nixon. near Jackson; J. HAMPTON, Shasta
II. BANNER, Nevada; NJ. HUDSON, Marysville
wish to inform those who may need Physician
that can unite with the above gentlemen, and fur
ther state, weeks since, applied to DR.. Tozer
for relief, had been under doctors care since
last October, and was in such a state from saliva
tion that could neither eat speak, but at pres
ent am pleased TO say, that am able to attend to
my business am much better than | ever expect
ed to be, and would like the opportunity of public
y thanking him for his unremtting attention to
my case and its perfect cure.
G.. BRAMProN, near Sacramento.
Since the above names were attached gentle
man who resides about 26 miles from this place has
called at my office and given his consent TO the
statement OF his case. ii his name be omitted hutif
this statement be doubted have letter from him
with his name and address.
Mr.. c. called upon me last February, and
stated that he had employed number of Physi-
clans for the last three years, had paid one in San
Francisco seven hundred dollars and had been per-
tectly swlndled, and was tired of being humbugged.
contracted in the western country and he supposed
himself cured, but in the course of some months.
Volcano weekly ledger., 1856-09-20

his teeth loosened and sores broke out on parts of
his body | warranted his case as | saw he was TO
be depended on and would pay when he was curei.
He remained under my care one week. after which
supplied him with medicine and advice. In two
months received letter of thanks from him. in
which he says. he has done more work this Spring,
than at one time, and never enjoyed better health.
BY this il be seen, that persons afflicted with
disease need not go beyond Sacramento City TO find
relief
am to be found at my office on Sixth street, Sac
ramento, from in the morning until in the even
ing Persons at distance can obtain advice by
closing ten dollars post paid. Ny Office is perfectly
private, and all persons can be accommodated. if
they wish to remain any time under my immediate
care.
fsss~ OFFICE 9Th street, between and X, Sacra-
mento nov 3-2 ly C.H. T0ZER NJ. d.
Volcano weekly ledger., 1856-09-20
P1AcrnyuJr. NAV ostb 1e55


DR.. j. G. YoUNG--De0r Sir Words cannot ex-
press the gratitude feel Is due TO you for the ben
eft have received from your truly valuable course
of treatment of my case while prescribing for me
think cannot Justify myself without giving this
small token of my thankfulness and esteem for YOU
have been the means of sdrfng my life and rcstor.
ing to me that health which had so long despaired
of again enjoying. ! had for long time (four
years,) been troubled with that most dreadful
scourge OF young people seminal weakness or noe
turna emissions which so weakened me both body
and mind, that was obliged to give up mining al
together. | consulted one of the best physcians
$50 callcd) in the mountain districts, and after
careful examination of my case, he gave me medi-
cnes | continued under his treatment for three
months without receiving any benefit, in fact grew
worse from week to week until at last got discour.
aged and asked him for his opinion. | told him not
to fear to tell me the whole trnth for should rath-
er know the worst at once than TO live in suspense
had lost about thirty pounds of flesh and knew
that he at least could not cure me. and as | was
then going on, death must soon count me as one of
its victims. This physician then told me that nv
case was incurable; that had better not take any
more medicines. He said was in decline which
was fast tending to pulmonary consumption
then despaircd of obtaining any relief and saw
that unless something done to mitigate the com
plant, that should be numbered with the dead or
what is worse be a raving maniac. Happening to
one of your books the Pocket Assculapus |
made up my mind at once to call and consult Won
with the determination of trying once more to get
relief If you would undertake the case. Oh how
thankful am for this determination | commenc-
ed taking the medicines prescribed by you, and !
am now, through their healing powers restored to
perfect health | shall not fail to recommend YOU
to any of my friends that require assistance for
man that can cure a bad as mine was can
cure every disease that flesh is heir to- if there is
life enough left in the system to build upon
Receive my most heartfelt thanks and esteem
S. w. RElGHLEA.
nov IL Ally
Volcano weekly ledger., 1856-09-20
Masonic Cave Water Works.

PRIVATE ENTERPRISE But 4 PUBLIC BENEFIT.
D I. GEORGE would respectfully inform the
ID. citizens of Volcano that having purchased the
Alpha Water Works together with the Hills Spring
that they now he abundantly satisfactorily and
untailingly supplied with pure limped spring wa
ter from the celebrated
"OLD MASONIC C.fVE SPRING.
as also from the ALPHA WATER WORKS and
the FAMOUS HILLS SPRING.
To those acquainted. it is unnecessary 10 speak
of the superiority Of these springs over all others in
this vicinity for all domestic purposes the Sierra
Nevadas produce no purer or better
This enterprise was commenced and has been
finished with q view TO the protection of property
from the ravages OF fire. well for the comforts
and convenences of domestic purposes. Ii re-
mains with those interested to encourage il or not
The whole mechanism is well done as any work OF
the same extent and character in this or any other
country. The plumbing work has been and will
be done by one Of the best mechanics in the State
A tariff Of prices to meet near as practicable the
exegences of this particular business, has been
adopted. and no material change will be made.
tender thanks TO my patrons for what encourage
ment have received, and inform those who may
wish to become so, or who wish information on thu
subject that they can be accommodated by calling
upon 3. F. GEORGE, Proprietor
aug2 4l-3m
Volcano weekly ledger., 1856-09-20
Fasnion billiard saloon.

MAIN STREET FOLCANO, IN
Haaford d. Dolcas Fire-Proof Building,
UP STAIRS.
THIS Saloon is large, cool and pleasant at all
l. times, and no expense has been spared to make
il inferior TO none in this State.
The B-4R is furnished with the best Liquors this
country affords, Fancy Drinks Of all kinds gotten
up in the best style. Cigars OF the best brands and
flavor that can be procured in California, kept con
staltly on hand aud in addition
TWO BILLIARD TABLES
are kept for the accommodation OF those who desire
to amuse themselves in this pleasant exercise
Among other important articles not 10 be found
in many other Saloons are the journals of the
United States and Europe also ail the leading Daily
Papers Of California, which kept for the special
accommodation Of the customers and patrons OF
the FASHION SALOON
The Propretors invite their friends and the
public generaly to give them a call and promise TO
give them the best the town affords.
SMITH & WHITE.
jufyl2 Ss-tf
Volcano weekly ledger., 1856-09-20
10000 Wen Wanted

10 smoke Cigars and chew Tobacco at the Whole
sale and Retail Cigar Emporium of A. Myers
Main street Volcano, Amador County.
I'HE subscriber announces IN tbe ctjzans of
Il Volcano and vicinity that he has lust received
the lest and best assorted stock of goods ever Of
fsred this market, which will be sold cbeap for
CAS- l. N 'Hs"P '''
finest brands of 'A
TOBACCO AND CIGARS
Also fine assortment of Cutlery and Nusiool In
sirument; Candies; Nuts, &c. -
Every body is invited to call and examine NV
goods and judge of their quality.
apr 24-sm
Volcano weekly ledger., 1856-09-20
cquainted with the treatment of Tie

acquaihseu WIN tne treatment Of thu a.
toned diseases. but that he is thoror, mo-
ted, practical and experienced phve;Sen! educ
geon, capable TO heal patients which ~ sp
given up as hopeless, the followinn ''l'is n
from well known and respectable ci1;. mona
fornia, are submitted to the public " OF Cal
suppressed but the authors are. a, anv ,afReS a.
to proclaim their truth and authentici,,' va, rcad
the world. "'ofa a
GREENWOOD VALLEY. Fob :,
Dear Doctor have known you SIM. ! !. l, ,s5G
you have given so many proofs of your 'Si' an
experience, that you have entirely won ,a,enl 40
dence. Wv" wy conf
Although you reside alta great distono.
you know that have several times Som, Ioh m
tients which other Doctors had given n,' you b.
able, and you have always received them az incar
not only their limbs but also their Iyo "Ho save
only mention the case of Mr. C. from Az vii
is indebted to you for the prescrvaton 80 VIII
arm, which other doctors wanted To on,,' h' rgh
that Of Mr.. G., of Coloma, who. althon,i 's'4 alt
as hopeless by two doctors, was cur15 gFeaW
two weeks time, as to what you have dot You I
family, suffice it TO say, will never no aIl io' ny
pay it, '' "oe to ge
Accept dear Doctor, these few lines
the high esteem have for your talent as irog o
man and believe me to be your constant Croai iiql
proprietor of Miners Hotel ''7'u ID
To DR.. HErSIMANN, corner of Kearnor IL,
street. San Francisco. facif,
mar 20.