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.KoVR; MoNEX
ME undersigned have,the exclusive Right of
IAbbeville District, for putting up OTIS
PATENTe INSULATED LIGHTNING CON.
DUCToRs. and will take pleasure in going to
any Part;of the District, upon receiving orders,
as one of the partners will always be at Green
WOOD, y. C., while the other is travelling.
For the superiority of this Patentover al Others
,ige would refer the public To each Postmaster in
tns District, who will furnish applicants, (free
ot ehurgeO with pamphlets containing our cer,ifi-
Gates
All work warranted to give satisfaction
49, r. II. & w. II. MOUNCE
-- Moy,xS, 1857. o. .... 5-tf
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HESPKRIAN CHAPTER R,.A.. M.
M EEIS regularly on tho FRIDAY alt.r
1vA the. second Monday in each month ht
o'clock, r. NJ ~. -, = -
:. Extra Conversations maybe held at any time.
howeyerisf 10 suit Candidates from the aaunt5vs
by giving few days petice tile, Secretary.
=. April 80. 1857 - S.-s@$:i {
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Valuable Farm for Sale.

SUAuoO10 u Gill AOA 0dA0s
YNHE Subscribers being desirous to remove,
IL offer for Sale their highly fertile Lands,
lying in Pickens District, S. c., tho waters OF
Eighteen Mile Creek, containing 53l acres
Upon said fnrm are 100 acres of
Exceedingly Rich Bottom Land,
reasonable portion of Wood Land, and the re-
mainder good fertile Upland. Pure wholesome
water can be found in abundance Oh the farm,
aud the healthfulness of the country cannot be
surpassed. Good Buildings are u'so upon the
Farm.
Any person wishing 10 purchase Farm, the
soil of which is peculiarly adapted to the growth
of Cotton, Wheat, Corn, &c, would do we'll to
Gull early, rs it will be sold OH accommodating
terms.
Address, MRS. C.. NJ. ALEXANDER,
or EDGAR W. CLYDE,
Pickensvillc, S. C.
April 9, 1857 40 If
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Just Received.

Just Received.
ME largest assortment of Plain and Fancy
IL BONNET RIBBONS, which will be
found and sold at
SLAGER & LEVINGSTON'S STORE.
Corner Washington Street and Public Square,
AbhcviIle &. H., S. C.
May 2l, 1857. q If
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The State Of South Carolina,
ABBEVILLE DISTRICT

In the Common Pleas.
William Wilson,
va. Foreign Attachment.
Jas A. LiddelI Thomson e. Fair, Attorneys
WHEREAS the Plaintiff did, on the eleventh
w day of April, eighteen hundred and fifty
seven, file his declaration against the Defendant,
who, it is said, is absent from aud without the
limits of this State and has neither wife nor
attorney known within the snme, upon whom u
copy of the said declaration might be served
1t is therefore ordered, that the said Defen-
dant do appear and plead to the said declaration,
on or before the twelfth day Of April, eighteen
hundred and ffty-eight otherwise final and alb
solute judgment will then be given and awarded
against him.
MATTHEW MCDONALD, cc.r.
Clerks Othce, April IL, 1857 Silly
The Placer herald., 1857-03-07

Moses Shappard, "a Quaker gentleman,
died at Baltimore on the 18th February.
He left 100000 to found an insane asy-
lum.
Col JAMES GARDENER, of the -fugaSta
CoasttuhonasiSt, has been nominated for
Governor of Georgia by the Democrats.
Gen. Shields declines the public dinner
rendered him by a long list of distinguished
citizens, beginning with Gen Winfield Scott.
Those choice rascals, the vitro-throwers,
are again at work in New York. Several
ladies' have suffered.
As special favor, the Speaker assigned
the floor few days since TO Mr.. Denver,
who moved suspension of the rules re-
quired two-thirds vote, and the motion
failed
The several bills for the improvement
Of the Sacramento, San Joaquin and
other rivers of California have been consoli
dated in general omnibus bill which it is
expected can be carried over the Presidents
veto AS single bills, he vetoes them all,
and thew have not sufficient strength, sin
civ, to carry two thirds vote, but by the
log-rolling process, it is believe! that the bill
consolidated, can be passed over the Presi-
dents head
The Placer herald., 1857-03-07
DITCH NOTICE.

M Office is hereby given that | claim the
~ ground on which to run Canal conimenc-
ing near the head of Shirt tail Canon. at point
fifty feet more or less above the head of a certain
ditch known as the Shirt-tal Ditch, constructed
for the purpose OF conveying water from Shirt
tail Canon to Birds Valley, and now owned by
the English Company to run from thence in a
regular grade of twelve feet to the mile, until
said survey shall strike the South Fork of the
North Fork Of the American River, for the pur-
pose of conveying the waters OF said river to sup
ply the following mining localities, viz: lndepcn-
dence Hin. Roach Hill Iowa Hill, Wisconsin llll
Yankee Jm's, Todd's Valley Forrest Hill, Sarahs
vile, Birds Valley and Michigan Bluffs. Tic
dimensions of said Canal to be 4 feet on the bot
tom, % feet deep, and feet on the top. Work
to commence as soon as the weather Will permit.
TALlAFERRO d. JOHNSON Co.
Michigan Bluffs, March I'd, 1851.
The Placer herald., 1857-03-07
j. IStCGAN'S
STEAM REFINED CANDY MANUFACTORY
No. 80 MONTGOMERY STREET.
Between Bush and Sutter Streets.

T'IIE proprietor of the above named establish
| h1eut takes this method OF informing his nu7
mcrous friends and customers that he intends fol-
lowing the example of the Gas company-that is
to reduce his prices which he hopes will give en-
tire satisfaction to all.
His candies arc all manufactured from Stcwart's
double refined Sugar, which he imports himself
and all the essences used by him are of the finest
flavor and the best in tie market together with
variety of other articles appertaining to the man
ulacturc of candies. too numerous to mention. n
Having had an experience OF several years in
the business in this city, and being the FIRST
CONFECTIONE,R on the Pacific coast, he ilatter3
himself that he will be able to give entire satis-
faction to all who favor him with their trade
BY new and improved process his Candies are
made at u quicker rate and with less expense
than formerly. so that he is enobled to sell at a
much lower figure than heretofore.
Persons desiring anything in his lire will do
well 10 call and examine his splendid stock OF
Candies as well his prices. as he feels confident
that they cannot fail to please the srlctest econ
omist. -"
WHOLESALE PRICES.-A beautiful assort-
mcnt of Sticks, Lumps and Drops selling at the
reduced rate of l6 cents per pound.
COMFITURES.-In including Caraway Seed, pearl
ed and smooth; Cinnamon Strings; Glove Buds;
Cassia Buds; Coriander Seeds, large and small; at
20 cents per pound.
GUN DROPS- Smooth Almonds, J4jube Paste,
French Notices, Almond Candy, &c at 10 cents
Also-A beautiful assortment of tRhNCli CAN
DIES. varying in price according to quality.
The attention Of the trading public is invited
to examine this immense stock OF Candies, com
prising every hing in the "dulce' line
He leaves it to the buyers to Judge OF the slpe-
riorty of his articles; social and see oryourselves
for ocular demonstration is proof positive
s"Remember the number-33 Montgomery
street. between Bush and Sutter.
j. REGAN.
A. R-AI orders from the country promptly
attended to- Goods delivered in any part OF the
city. or at any of the wharves, free of charge.
Feb. 2S. '57.-3m
The Placer herald., 1857-03-07
DIED.

At the County Hospital March 5th, Patterson
3. Seilhamer, Of Typhoid fever. lie was former
ly from Pennsylvania; aged tlrty-ive years.
At San Francisco on the lst inst, PATRICK
CANNEY, in the 30th year Of his age. This gem
tleman represented the County Of Placer in the
Assembly during the sessions Of 1852 and '53,
and since that has been in the employ of the Fed
cral Government. as q Custom House officer The
following comments upon the character of our de-
ceased friend are so true, and so warm and gcncr'
Gus, that whilst we insert them expressive of
the sense of every acquaintance of Pat Canneys,
we thank the Editor of the San Francisco Herald
for making them:
"a noble spirit was yesterday qucnched in the
cold embrace Of death. Patrick Canney is dead.
A truer man never lived His nature was all
goodness, genteness and kindly feeling. No soil
of wolidlincss ever stained the purity Of his char
actcr. In the discharge Of his duties public
officer, no danger could aflri ght--no bandish
ments could allure him. Bold and steadiast in
the declaration of his iples-honest in his
purposes faithful in his Friendships true to every
obligation, uninching in his assertion Of the
right-he possessed those genuine graces of char
acter that endeared him, in singular degree, to
all who knew him. His untimely fate has crea-
ted a most poignant sorrow in the hearts OF all
his friends: s:-and who that knew Pat Canney, did
not love him? Indeed, indeed, we ne'er shall
look upon his like agan:-sO brave, so gcntle-of
such winning geniality-so honest and truthful,
and magnanmous, and unselfsh. May God have
mercy on the soul of the simple hearted and wor-
thy gentleman. Since the world began there
never has been better man than poor Pat Can
nov.
The Placer herald., 1857-03-07
NOTICE,
TO LIQUOR DEALERS g. MERCHANTS

Il COMPLETE ASSORTMENT of the Oils ne
IA cessary fcs making and favorng every ga
riety of liqucr and package of the articles used
for giving .fR7'IFICLfL S1RE.N'G TN to IL
guors, converting 20 gallons of Whiskey to 100
gallons) and every article necessary to commence
u LIQUOR STORE, will be furnished for $50
Also all the information necessary TO conduct such
an establishments thus enabling the new beginner
to successfully compete with the oldest liquor
dealers. Address through the Post Office
r. LACOUR, New Orleans.
Lacour's CuDresnofed .icid for making piae'
gar is put up in 2 gallon packages at 50 per
package--in coed shipping order.
The Placer herald., 1857-03-07
March 6. st
STATE OF CALIFORNIA; !

COUNTY OF PLACER.
Wooden & Steel IS. VIVA. 7. Henson, Assignee Of
the Estate of Geo. II. stephens.
District Court lb Jadjcial District.
HbURSU ANT to and hy an ord, of said Court
IL made in The above entitled cause. on the ith
day of March, 1857, al an adjourned term thereof,
then heli in and for said county. notice is hereby
given to all persons holding or claiming liens on
a certain Reservoir and Water Works located in
the rear o. the American Hotel. in the town OF
Auburn. County OF Placer, conducting the water
from a certain spring called Purdy's Spring, to
said Rescrvoif and thence to said Hotel, and the
appurtenanccs thereto appcrtaining, to be and ap-
pear in said Court on the second day Of the next
term thereof, towit: on Che 2ist day of April,
1857. and to exhibit then and there thc proof of
their liens. and all liens not so exhibited and
proved. shall be deemed to be waived in favor of
those which are so exhibited.
- In witness whereof !. \. s. Grant,
ST.. Clerk of said Court, do hereby set my
- hand and aily the seal Of said Court
this 9Th day of March, A. D. 1857,
4. S. GRANT. Clerk.
By f. Il. IllGGNs, Deputy.
The Placer herald., 1857-03-07
STATE OF CALIFORNIA.
COUNTY OF PLACER.
a.. IT,.

COUNTY OF TLACEK.
Thomas Woods vs.. His Creditors.
In the CountV CoUH Of Piocer ConHty.
no THE CREDITORS OF THOMAS WOODS.
. Thomas Woods having on the lth day Of
March 1851 filed his petition in said Court, pray
ing to be admitted to the benefit of the Act en-
Titled AN Act for The reie Of Insovent Debtors
and protection Of Creditors, approved May IT,.
1852. The creditors OF said petitioner are hereby
notified to appear before the County Court Of
said county, on Monday, the ith day of May, 1857.
then and there to show cause. if any they can,
why the prayer Of the said petitioner should not
be granted.
4. S. GRANT. Clcrll,
BY Il. Is. IlIGGiNs, Deputy.
The Placer herald., 1857-03-07

NtiNI1 OF 1 LA'Ek.
District CoUyt, liM ,JHdjciI district.
J. W. Avery VS.. Wm. T. Henson. Assignee of the
Estate Of George II. Stephens. Crancr and
Williams, interyenOrs.
ESURSUANf to and by order of said Court
4 made in The above mentioned cause. on the
4th dQy Of March. 1851, at an adjourned term
thereof then held in 0nd for said county noticcis
hereby given to all persons holding or claiming
liens on II certain Billiard Saloon, in the town OF
Auburn, in said county. situated on The west side
of Sacramento street. between the house and lot
occupied by Saunders Il Corhuser on the north,
aud the house and lot Of 4. Robbins on the south,
and formerly known as the Weaver property, TO
be and appear in said Court on the End day of the
next term thereof to-wit on the lst day of April
1877, and to exhibit then and there the proof OF
their liens. And all liens not so exhibited and
proved shall be deemed to be waived in favor
of those which are 80 exhibited.
(--) In witness whereof J. 4, S. Grant,
! ST.. Clerk of said county. 10 hereby set my
~ hand and aIllX the seal of said court,
this 9th day Of March, A. D. 1897.
n. S. GRANT, Clerk,
BY +. i. llIGGNs, Deputy
The Placer herald., 1857-03-07

VETERANS OF THE REyoLUTIoN.-The
whole number Of revolutionary soldiers ON
the pension rolls on the 12th Of July last,
was only five hundred and fourteen and sev-
en- deaths have since been registered.-The
noble and invncible band of heroes is fast
passing away.
The Placer herald., 1857-03-07
A Japanese Medical Secret,

The historian of Commodore Perry's ex-
petition to Japan, concludes that the Jap
anese are deficient in knowledge of medi-
cine and surgery; but he says, some of their
medical preparations are very remarkable,
producing most singular effect. Of these
(says the writer) there is one spoken of by
Iitsingh. who saw its application and its con
sequences: and from some Of the officers of
our expedition, we have heard of this prep
aration, of which we believe they have brought
home specimens. Itsngh thus writes:
Instead of enclosing the bodies Of the dead
in cotlins OF length and breadth proportion
ate to the stature and bulk Of the deceased
they place the body in a tub three feet high
two feet and half in diameter at the top,
and two feet at the bottom. 1t is difficult
to conceive how the body of a grown person
can be compressed into so small a space,
when the limbs, rendered rigid by death,
cannot be bent in any way.-'lhe japanese
to whom | made this observation, told me
that they produced the result by means Of
particular powder called DoSid, which
they Introduce into the ears, nostrls aud
mouth Of the deceased, after which the limbs
all at once, acquire astonishing Gexibility.
AS they promised to perform the ceremony
in my presence, could not do otherwise
than suspend my judgement, lest ! should
condemn, as an absurd fiction, a fact which,
indeed surpassed our conceptions, but may
yet be susceptible Of a plausible explanation
especially by galvanism, the recently discov
cred effects Of which also appeared at first
to exceed the bounds OF creluitv. The ex-
pertinent accordingly took place in homonth
Of October, 1888, when the cold was prat-
ty severe. 4 young Dutchman having died
in our factory at Dezims, directed the
physician to cause the body to be exposed to
the air, on table placed near an open Wiz
dow, in order that it might become complete
ly stiff. Next morning several japanese
some Of the officers of our factory, and my
self went to examine the corpse, which was
rs hard as a piece Of wood. One of the in
terpreters, named Derby, drew from his
bosom santack or pocket book, and took
out Of it an oblong paper filled with a
coarse powder resembling sand. This was
the famous DoSja powder. He put pin@h
into the ears, another pinch into the nos
trils, and third into the mouth; and pres
entity, whether from the effect Of this drug or
of some trick which could not detect, the
arms, which had been crossed over his breast
dropped off themselves, and in less than
twenty minutes, by the watch, the body re
covered its tlexibiity. | attributed this
phenomenon to the action Of some subtle
poison but was assured that the Uosia pow
der, so far from being poisonous, was a most
excellent medicine in chid-bealing, for dis
ease Of the eyes and for other maladies
An infusion of this powder taken even in
perfect health is said to have virtues which
cause it to be in request among the Japan
ese Of all clases.-lt cheers the spirits and
refreshes the body tits carefully tied up in
white cloth, and dried, after being used,
as it will serve great number OF times
without losing its virtues
The Placer herald., 1857-03-07
FOR SALE.

fNHE HOUSE AND LOT located in Au- Ia
1 burn, diagonahy across the street from iii
the Press ogice, and Immediately in the rear of
the ground formerly occupied by the Pioneer
Livery Stable The house has been recently built
and conveniently arranged for small family,
the lot is large and the property viii be sold at
sacrifice to the present owner.
Apply at the Office of James Anderson. Attor-
ney at Law, or at the premises, for further in
formation relating to the matter.
Auburn. March 9th. 1857.
The Placer herald., 1857-03-07
STATE OF CALIFORNIA. I

C0untY CoUyt-Wm. George as. HIS Creators
an the matter Of The application of William
q George. an lnsolvent Debtor, to be discharged
from his debts: Pursuant to an order OF the non.
James f. Hale, Judge Of the County Court aiofe,
said. notice is hereby given to the creditors of
said insolvent to be and appear before the SAID
Judge in open Court at the Court ilouse IN the
town Of Auburn on che Sd day OF March. "A. ~
1857. at the hour Of 10 o'clock A. NJ to shew cause,
if any they can, why the prayer of said William
George should not be granted
Nv order of the Hon James L. Hale, Judge of
the County Court aforesaid.
In testimony whereof, hereunto set my hand
(.l and aifx the seal of said Court. at office
us. in the town of Auburn, this 24th DAY
--,-t of January, 1851,
4. s. CIR ANT, Clerk,
BY l.. +. NiGGINs, Deputy
Jan. 3lst-at
The Placer herald., 1857-03-07
Church Notice,

The Right Rev. VIM. Ingraham Kip, d. d.,
Bishop of the Protestant Episcopal Church, for
this Dioccss. will hold divine service and adn-
mister the holy rite of Confirmation, at the Court
House in this town. on WEDNESDAY evening" the
18th inst at clock.
The Placer herald., 1857-03-07

OBERDEENER-our friend of the Bool. Store,
furnished us with the N. Y. News and Times,
Missouri Republican, N. O. Delta, and IIarpers
Weekly, per last steamer. He keeps all the latest
newspapers and periodicals on hand. for sale at
his literary depot, near Wells, Fargo " Co.'S Ex-
press Office
The Placer herald., 1857-03-07
SOCIAL BALI.

A M L, II &c AN II Q r T. l.,
.AUBUR.N,
ON TUESDAY. THE 24TH OF MARCH, 1851.
o. A SOCIAL BALL will be given %
IN at the American Hotel, Auburn, IA
s..N. on Tuesday the 2fth day Of March l.h.
next. Burlgam's Cotilion Band has been en-
gagged for the occasion. Carriages will be in at
tendance to convey ladies to and from the Hotel.
A general invitation is extended to all.
March 9th 1S57.-td
The Placer herald., 1857-03-07

PACIFIC EXPRESS.-This Company is very
prompt in delivering our exchanges. 1t was the
hrst to deliver US New York papers brought by
The last Nicaragua steamer
The Placer herald., 1857-03-07

DRUNK SURE.-The last .df0untain Democrat
says the citizens of Placervlle seemed drunk
with JOY" at the removal of the County Seat to
that place. What spiritual time Dan. and the
rest of the boys must have had. Ifs Charley Fair
fax says-hey?
The Placer herald., 1857-03-07

WELLS, FARGO u co. - This substantial
mouse has our thanks for divers eastern papers by
The late mail steamer, Golden Gate.
The Placer herald., 1857-03-07

~osQ We regret to learn that Senator Walllup,
of this county, has been so unwell as TO be con-
fined to his room.
The Placer herald., 1857-03-07

,lHE FOURTH OF MARCH-Our flags about town
were given to the breeze, and faunted in honor of
'he new made President of our glorious Republic.
The Placer herald., 1857-03-07

FAvoRs.-We are indebted to our legislative
delegation for public Documents
The Placer herald., 1857-03-07
Mnrch Iih.-2
SITE OF CALIFORNIA,
Col'NTY Of PLACER.


District Couyt Nm Judicioi District
benjamin Hoffman VS. Wm. T. Henson, Assignee
of The Estate OF George IL. Stephens. Crane
and Williams lntoryenors.
" EEURSU.HNT to and by an order of said Court
u made in the above entitled cause, on the 4th
day Of March, 1851 at an adjourned term thereof,
then held ia and for said county, notice is hereby
given TO all persons holding or claiming liens on
the american Hotel. Il brick building in the town
of auburn in said county, to be and appear in
said Court on tbe I'd day of the next term thereof
to-wit: the 2lst day o. april 1851, and TO eX-
hibi then and there the proof OF their liens;and all
liens not so exhibited and proved shall be deemed
to be waived in favor of those which are so cX.
hibited.
(-- In testimony whereof IA. S. Grant,
: 81. Clerk of said Court, do hereby set my
- hand and aflX the seal of said Court
this 9Th day Of March, A. D. 1891.
a. s. Gi2.1NT, CLERK.
March CT BY +. b. HIGGINS, Deputy
&HERIFF'S SALE.-By virtue of an order
- of sale to me directed and delivered, on the
9th day -of March, n. D. 1857. issued ont of the
Honorable District Court, lth Judicial District,
for the County of Placer and State of California,
on a Judgment and foreclosure Of mortgage re-
cited in plaintiffs complaint rendered in said
court, on the 20th day Of january 1857. in favor
of H. n. Brown, and against Elhannan Gay. for
the sum of seventeen hundred and ninety-tWo dol
lars and fifty cents, with interest upon the same
from he 18th day of Jane, Il. D. 1886, until paid,
at the rate of three per cent per month, and for
costs of suit taxed at S3G 80. | have levied upon
and will expose to public sale to the highest bid
der for cash, at the Court House door in the town
Of Auburn, on Monday. the 3Oth day OF March,
H. ID. 1857, at the hour of o'clock, 7. NJ. all the
right title, interest and claim of the said Defend
ant in and to The Placer County Canal situated
in Facer county, in the State of California, on
the 7th day of Jnne. n. D. 1856, the date OF said
mortgage, and any interest therein he might
thereafter have acquired, also Il certain Saw Mil
situated at Blue Bluffs on said Canal, in said
county of Placer. and known as Gays saw MIL,
together with the land on which the same Is
situated; also the Boiler, Engine, Machinery and
tools Of every description and kind, in and around
said Mill and belonging or appertainng thereto;
also q certain building to ether with the land
wbereon the same stands, situated on HOg9's
Back at the western terminus of said Canal, in
said county of Placer. and known as Gays Store
house with the appurtenances Al of which nam
ed and described property will sell as aforesaid
in one parcel to satisfy said judgment, together
with costs due and to become due thereon, and to
satisfo the further sum of two thousand dollars
and interest thereon. at the rate of three per cent
per month from the said 7th day of Jhne, A. D..
1856 TO the time of satisfaction.
VIM T. HENSON,
Sheriff of Placer Comfy.
By B. +. Moore, Under Sherlif
March 9th, l65i,.t
The Placer herald., 1857-03-07

SAILING OF THE SrEAMERs-Th Atlantic
Steamers left San Francisco on Thursday
last. The Golden Age took S1,442,00o in
treasure and three hundred passengers.
The Orizabo took three hundred passen
gers, and large quantity Of ammunition for
Walker.
The Placer herald., 1857-03-07

SENATORIAL, ELECTION IN INDIANA.-The
Hon. Jessee E. Bright has been elected United
States Senator, by the Legislature of Indi-
ana, for the long term and Graham l..
Fitch to fill vacancy.
Gen Harney has recommended active
hostllities against the Indians in Florida.
The latest advices states that the savages
We're concentrated in the woods near New
smyrna, and that Gen. Harvey had called
Tor more troops for the purpose of surround
ing them.
MIR. Myres F. Turet was arrested on board
the steamship Illinois, while endeavorng to
return to San Francisco, having up to the
ume OF his capture on the steamship evaded
The officers of the aw--for the space of four
months.