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San Andreas independent., 1857-12-05
Desperate Fight.

Hon. Joseph C. Mckibben, member of Con-
gress from California, and Robert P. McKib-
bin, of Chambersburg, n. Y, attacked their
brother-in-law, Mr.. Craig, of Pittsburg, with
revolvers, in the cars at the Cumberland Valley
Depot As soon as they saw Craig, they at
once attacked him. He returned their fire
almost simultaneously, with revolver in each
hand. Some twenty shots were fired. Craig
received one ball from ]. c. Mckibben, in the
right groin, and one from 4. P. Mckibbn, in
the back over the right hip Robert escaped
entirely Joseph was slightly wounded in the
right arm Neither of Craig's wounds are
dangerous The facts of the case are as fol-
lows: One of McKibben's sisters is both deaf
and dumb. While on a visit to her sister in
Pittsburg, it is alleged-and the allegation is
supported by the affidavit of the victim her.
self-that her own brother-in-law; Isaac Craig,
seduced her.
San Andreas independent., 1857-12-05

PAPERS REcEIyED.-lNr. C. p Kimball, Noisy
Carrier, l22 Long Wharf, San Francisco, ia
vored us with full files of the New York Daily
Tribune, and otler papers. Many thanks, co.
R Messrs. Rosenbaum & Van Allen. Stock
ton, as usual, remembered US with files OF
Eastern Papers. Their store is on Levee ST.,
three doors below FL Dorado, where is also the
agency of the Alta Express.
Eg1~ To Mr. VIM. IT. Denig, Pony Express
man, we are indebted for the first delivery OF
States papers by stamer Sonora. He also con-
tinucs to favor us with files of the Sacramento
Union and other papers, together with news
items" and miscellaneous favors, for all of
which due thanks is returned.
WELLS, FARGO & Co.-Mr. Joseph Knight
the indefatigable agent of W., F. & Co., is
always on the alert to expedite the Express
business and speedily dispose of the letters
and packages daily arriving and departing
from his office. To enumerate the many favors
extended to this office by q our Joe,' would
wear out the pen and cramp the fngers-so We
can only garland them in wreath of remem-
brance and return boquet of thanks to the
gentlemanly and accommodating agent.
San Andreas independent., 1857-12-05

PROCEEDINGS OF THE DEMOCRATIC COUNTY
C0NyENTIoN.-At a Democratic County Con-
vention, held at Angels November 26th 1857,
to nominate Il candidate to fill the vacancy
occasioned by the resignation of the Hon. w.
b. Norman, in the 10Th Senatorial District, A.
G.. Adams, Esq, of the County Central Com
mittee called the Convention to order after
which B. T. Bradley was chosen chairman
pro- tenn, and G. Z. Wesson, Secretary, pro.
tenn.
Upon motion. the chair appointed COM
mittee of five, consisting of James Person,
William Coddington, james Mowbray, j. f..
Brush and II. Garry, to examine and report
upon credentials Of delegates. and to nominate
permanent officers of the convention.
The committee shortly thereafter made their
report, when b. 7. Bradley was elected chair
man, aud Riley Senter secretary Of the con-
vention.
On motion, VIM. T. Lewis, Esq, of Calave-
ras county, was, by aeclamaton, unanimously
nominated as the Democratic candidate for
the State Senate in the 10Th Senatorial Dis
trict-
VIM. Coddington offered the following reso-
lutions, which were unanimously adopted:
Resolued, That the Hon. Wm. b. Norman
| late Senator, resigned, by his bold and manly
course in his Senatorial career has merited
and receives the appreciation of his eonsttu-
ents and the esteem of all who know him.
Resoired, That his resignation met with the
heartfelt regret Of the entire Democracy oi
! his Senatorial District
Resolred, That the proceedings of this Con-
vention be published in the Calaveras Chron-
icie Amador Ledger and San Andreas hide
pendent
On notion the Convention adjourned sin,
die. b. 7. BRADLEY, Chairman.
RILEY SESTER, Secretary.
The above proceedings should have ap-
peared last week, but they were handed to u:
too late-after our paper had pone to press
San Andreas independent., 1857-12-05
By rELEeRApH TO rHE san AspRrs IspEprsprsr.
ARRIVAL OF THE
STEAMER SONORA!
Political.

The New York State Elections took place
on the I'd November; also, Massachusetts. N.
Jersey and Wisconsin In New Jersey city, the
Democrats had plurality on the State ticket
of ten to fifteen thousand over the Republi-
cans-the Americans were nowhere. All the
Democratic candidates for the Legislature and
Judicial offices, were elected Schell was
elected to the State Senate in a district which
last fall gave a majority of over four thousand
against the Democratic party. He has now
been returned by four hundred majority In
Massachusetts,, Banks, Republican candidate
for Governor, had a plurality of $4,000 over
Gardiner, American. Both branches of the
Legislature are Republican by large majorities
The additional returns received of the elec-
ton in New York, confirms the impression
previously entertained of the success of tho
Democratic State Ticket.
The New York Herald says the Cabinet have
concluded to reprimand Governor Walker ant
Secretary Stanton, for their action in reject.
ing the election returns from offered precinct:
in Kansas Territory.
PESSsYLvANIA.-The official vote for Gov.
ernor stands-Packer, dem., 1873 1868; Wimot
rep, LAG, ,I67; Hazlehurst, Amer, %, l60.-
The Legislature stands-Senate, 81 Demo
Gratis and II opposition Democratic majorit,
on joint ballot, A.
IowA.-The Republicans have the Legisla
ture, by large majority. The State Officers
were elected by a small majority.
MINNEsoTA.-From Minnesota we have date
from ST. Pauls papers, of both parties to Oct
2sth, 1857, which says:
The official vote continues to increase Ram
says majority.
The latest footing up is as follows: Ram
say, 1925; Sibley, 1910.
0HIo.-State officers Republican, except Ca
nal Commissioners. Legislature Democratic
Observation-Disclosures Democratic
LoUIsIANA-Of the election, the True Dell.
says: On Monday, I'd inst, we had anothe
mockery of an election in this city. The sys
tenn of intimidation which has been carrie,
on for some days before the election by tn
KnowNothing party, having had the effect t.
virtually disfranchise our adopted citizens, ant
natives who are Democrats
The result was that not one-Ealf of the reg
istered votes were polled, and the Know-Noth
ing nominees were in nearly every instanc
elected Returns from the counties indicate til
q Ga. l.
by large majority. The return of Hon
Miles Taylor, democrat, from the I'd Congress
s.onal District, is placed beyond doubt
San Andreas independent., 1857-12-05
VOLCANO. Nov. 3oth. 9 80 P. NJ.

A terrible aifray occurred at Union Flat,
about two miles from this place, at about 4
o'clock p. N. A man named Hostutter was
killed Another named De Haven was badly
cut by a man named Steventon, who is also
eut and his head supposed to be fractured
De Haven is thought to be dying. A man
named leverage, concerned in the affray, has
made his escape Causc-fencing in lot OF
ground by IIostutter. claimed by Lcyersage-
San Andreas independent., 1857-12-05

NEW ADyERTIsEMENTs.-- The long list of new
advertisements, this morning, has somewhat
encroached on the room set apart for reading
matter Our readers will please bear with us,
and remember that although it may be liter
ary famine to them, it is a financial harvest
for us. A few of the advertisements are wor-
thy of notice in detail, as offering rare oppor-
tunitieS of profitable investment in permanent
and real property
The most important is the Ranch, Store,
Dwelling House and entire premises of Mr.. d.
Latimer, situated two miles west of this place
This property combines more advantages as
trading point than any other in the county,
and the road and local custom of the place is
large and increasing. The buildings are in
good repair, affording a rare chance for par
ties, of sufficient means, to double their for
tune in very short time.
The Ranch and Wagon Stand, advertised,
of Mr. Vim. Lottman formerly Dutch Char
iey's ranchl, one mile east of Double Springs,
is also splendid opportunity for those wish
ing to invest in real estate, fayorahly located,
at advantageous prices. The facilities for
ranching and gardening at Mr.. Lottman's
ranch are superior, and the location favorable
for doing large hotel business, combined
with stock raising.
Knicker5octer SalcOa--Mr. Peter Thompson
proprietor of the veritable shade" of Deide-
rich Kaicker5ocker, advertises the FACT that he
has two good Billiard Tables, and keeps the
bar supplied with the best of Wines and
Liquors, including Habanas of the choices
brands. We understand uby !" Peter is par.
ticularly fond of nice things and knows how
to smix em up" and smile, and smile, and be
"a clever fellow; but his " Schie-dam dutch
schnapps Ich carnix vorstaj.n
The Holidays.-Messrs. Rosenfell l. Lang.
Booksellers and Newspaper Dealers, of Muir
phys four agents,) advertise large assort
ment of toys yankee notions and knick-knack:
for the coming Holidays. The youngster:
will no doubt keep sharp lookout for ole
Santa Claus, as he slyly peeps into the chin
ney-tops, seeking out suspended stockings II
the chimney corners, and the faces of smiling
children and happy parents around the family
hearth Little children should be made happy
on Christmas morning, and we hope every ole
bachelor with a spark of generosity and
dollar, will contribute his share towards it,
How many little girls and little hearts and
little tongues, will thank and speak your
praise for such an act Remember the good
old customs that have descended to us with a
right royal lineage and in true line there is
no one so notable or so benign, as Christmas
the anniversary of the event when "the morn
ing stars sang together with joy" and peace
and good will were published to a wondering
world. What more appropriate occasion need
we wish, to buy toys and make little children
happy.
Medical Card.-Attention is directed to the
advertisement of Dir. 0'Bricn, Vallejo street
San Francisco Those wishing to place them
selves Immediately under his care, can be pro-
yided with private lodgings.
San Andreas independent., 1857-12-05
The Great U. S. Mail Contract.

The Post Office Department have closed the
contract with Messrs. Butterfeld 4 Co., for
the conveyance of the entire letter mails semi
weekly, in four-horse coaches, to California.
The trip is to be made in twenty-five days.
The route has two starting points on the Mis-
sssippi; one at ST. Louis the other at Mem
phis, making junction at Little Rock. From
Little Rock it passes by or near Preston, in
Texas, thence at the best crossing of the Rio
Grande near Fort Fillmore thence along the
road now making to Fort Yuma, and thence
through the best vallies and passes TO San
Francisco. Patents have been issued by the
Santos and Fernandez ranches, in California.
NICARAGUA AFFAIRs.-Advices from Wash
ington state that the British Government will
take no steps with reference to the Nicaragua
Transit, except in connection with the Govern
ment of the United States.
FINANCIAL.-The financial pressure still con-
tinues severe in nearly every part of the coun-
try though in some sections there appears to
be hopeful symptoms of speedy relief. The
intense pressure in the money market has al
ready receded considerably, and the Stock
market also shows gradual Improvement.
STocKs.-Railway and other Stock Securi-
ties having advanced quite encouragingly.-
1t will be a long time before they can recover
from the depression to which they have re-
Gently been subjected. Failures are taking
place, but not to such an extent as prevailed
few weeks since. In the city of ofPhiladelphia
the Banks have concluded to accept the promi-
ses of the Relief Law.
San Andreas independent., 1857-12-05
Europe.

The steamer Canadas advices on the finan-
cial crisis in the United States, to the sth ult
had been received in England, and produced
a very unfavorable effect on the London stock
exchange, which continued from the 10Th ult-
the day on which the news was published, up
to the 2lst, when the Arago sailed.
RACES AND RAcING.-The English papers
state that Mr.. Ten Broeck's mare, Prioress, won
the New Market 900 stake, and Lecompte
is dead.
San Andreas independent., 1857-12-05
5an franrlsfo advertisements.
R cope ned!
The NiantiC Hotel
Cor. Clay s. SansOnle sss.,


"A This Old Pioneer Hotel has IA
x.4been thoroughly renovated, with-AsiA
hard finished walls, and newly furnished and
lighted with Gas, and was opened on Tuesday,
September lst, for the accommodation of the
public. The table will be furnished with the
best the market affords, and every attention
paid to the wants and comfort of guests; and
at the moderate low price of Board and Rooms,
the proprietor hopes to merit share OF public
patronage. For the accommodation OF those
coming in late from the boats or places OF
amusement, the house will be kept open night
and day. Families will find every comfort
here of good home, and gentlemen a large
number of single rooms at so cents per night.
oc l0-tf-l5 ii. ii. PARKELL, Propr.
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Daily ExpreSS 9 .
From San AndreaS to
CALAVERITAS AND OLD GULCH

WIN. M. DENEG informs the public that
he will, from and after this date, continue run
ming Daily Express from San Andreas to CAL
averitas and Old Gulch, starting from San
Andreas Immediately after the arrival of the
Stockton stage, so as to deliver San Francisco
letters and papers, and the Sacramento Union
the same day they arrive at San Andrcas
On the arrival of each Mail Steamer, an
extra Express will be run for the distribution
of Atlantic States papers, touching at Upper
Calavaritas, Old Gulch. French Gulch, Noun
tain Ranch Eldorado Mill and Cave City
Persons receiving letters or packages, for-
warded per Mail or Wells, Fargo q Co., can
have them delivered every day by leaving their
orders at Sharp's Store, Upper Calayeritas or
0sborn's Store, Old Gulch.
Also-Collections of all kinds attended to,
on reasonable terms
Office in Wells, Fargo Il Co. Building, San
Andreas, where may be found San francisco,
Sacramento and Atlantic papers.
WILLIAM NJ. DENIG.
4-tf Pony Expressman.
San Andreas independent., 1857-12-05
DECEMBER S. 1857.

BSlS~ There is now a rood supply of water
ABOUT this camp and vicinity, brought in by
the Union" and "Table Mountain" bitches,
which gives to the country round, an unusual
degree of activity. The miners are busily at
work, or bestirring themselves in making
preparations. New sluices are being made
and hauled to their various places of destina-
tion-old bitches are being cleaned out and new
ones being dug-tail-races are being cut, and
channels dug for the purpose of putting in
bedrock fumes, &c. We noticed, few days
ago, company engaged in putting in fume
near the head of Fandango gulch, intending
TO wash every thing clean, gulch, banks and
ALL Another company near the head of San
Andreas gulch, are putting in long hume,
intending TO wash the gulch and banks, and
also let the tailiugs from above run through
their flume, thus saving much fine gold which
ii is impossible to save in ordinary sluices.-
This is nice piece of work and there is no
doubt but it will well remunerate the proprie-
tors for their labor and capital. A number OF
NO"iP'"iCo diN siilClIiS III Gdu aHulSdS SuiSi;
and along the banks, some places being worked
over for the fifth and sixth time Companies
are at work on Willow Flat, which shows there
are some places on the fiat that still pay, not
withstanding the surface has been skinned
over more or less every winter since 81
Some work is still being done on Gold Hill
and lively preparations are being made fol
working the gulches running down from Chap
parel Hill where are many rich claims-this
section never having been worked to any ex-
tent, previous to last year, for want of water
Portions of Jenk's Flat is being worked over
again and farther east towards Willow creek
much mining is now going on in the gulches
and surface on the flats and hiI-sides AL
the companies who piled up dirt during the
last summer, are now at work washing it out
and as far as we have heard are being well
remunerated.
San Andreas independent., 1857-12-05

Died-At the Ia Mile House, Stockton and
Mokelumne Hill road, at o'clock on the even
ing of the 25th ult., after a lingering illness,
Mr.. e. n. JORDAN, formerly of Ellsworth, Me.
Mr.. Jordan came to California in ls49, from
his native State. He was a highly respected
and worthy citizen.
maine papers please copy.]
At Parker's Ranch, San Joaquin county, OF
Scarlatina on the 22d ult, WILLIAM PARKER,
eldest son of Thomas B. and Margaret Parker,
aged s years. months and IL days
Grief and sorrow have entered the dwelling,
and parents mourn the loss of their sprightiy
and intelligent boy; and playfelows are struck
with sad wonder at his leaving them so soon.
ale took the cup of life to sip,
But bitter twas to drain
He meeky put it from his lip,
And went to sleep again.
San Andreas independent., 1857-12-05

Married-On Sunday evening, November
29th, by the Rev. J. H. Miller, Mr.. A. P. BoU-
TON, to Miss ANNA NJ. GALLIcHER, all of Angels,
Calaveras county.
We acknowledge the receipt of portion of
the q wedding CAKE" and can only wish in re-
turn long, Joyous and fruitful life to the
bride and bridegroom.
"Oh! happy pair. to every blessing born!
For you may ifes calm stream unrufied run;
For you its roses bloom without thorn,
And bright as morning slime its evening SUM-
San Andreas independent., 1857-12-05

yesterday we sampled some
of the inimitable Aguardiente made ut Los
Anreles-called California Brandy. Nr- ii.
". Wheelan is the agent, and will favor any
one wishing information, with the particulars.
In the absence of naNp other liquors, give us
4 .s~uardiente
San Andreas independent., 1857-12-05
A Card to the Public.

nR. WILLIAM JONES, of Murphys, and
~ DR.. William Russell, of Vallecito, feeling
desirous to prevent, for the future, the misun-
derstanding that so frequently occurs, to the
disappointment and injury of many, have noti-
fled and do hereby give further notice to the
citizens of their respective towns and to the
people of the Southern portion of the County,
among whom they have practiced for the last
seven years, that they will not hereafter attend
to any case or visit any person who neglects
or refuses to pay in advance or give satisfac-
tory security in writing from responsible
person for the payment of the same and for
the benefit of all who are disposed to secure
their professional services, they have estab-
lished the following rate of charges, viz =
Five dollars ($5)p visit in their respective
towns and vcinities and one dollar (Sl) for
every mile therefrom. The above will not APP
ply to those who are known to either of the
above gentlemen to be deserving and poor.
October, 3lst lS57.-tf
San Andreas independent., 1857-12-05
POLITICAL ANNOUNCEMENTS.

Senatorial announce myself as an In
dependent Candidate for the office of Senator,
for Calayeras County. At the same time, |
subscribe myself. the Peoples most obedient
and most obsequions servant,
MAJOR JESSIE THOMPSON,
nov21-te Of Campo Seco.
San Andreas independent., 1857-12-05

THE FOUNTAIN THEATRICAL TRoUPE.-This
excellent Troupe of Comedians will appear to-
night, land also to morrow evening at Knick-
erbocker Hall, in Drama, Comedy, and Farce.
1t is useless for us to speak of their merits, as
the Company are well-known and have ap-
peared in the same Hall, to large and appre-
ciative audiences. In Light Comedy they are
excellent, combining good talent, and great
variety in delineating the fashions, follies and
foibles of the day, showing much taste in the
selection of pieces which invariably please
We know their exhibitions have been praised
in other parts of the State, and hope they may
meet liberal patronage and support in this
Camp and County.
San Andreas independent., 1857-12-05

CLosED.-The banking house of j. C.
Palmer & Co., was closed on Saturday
last by the Sheriff of San Francisco, un-
der two attachments, amounting to about
$40, 600.
San Andreas independent., 1857-12-05

PICTORIAL WIDE WEsT.-We arc indebted
TO Mr. Charles Favilie, of the Post Office Lite
rary Depot, for a copy Of the Pictorial Wide
Vest issued especially for the Holidays, and
to send home to the Atlantic States Mr..
Faville has large supply for mailing per
next steamer.
San Andreas independent., 1857-12-05

FoRGoTTES.-We almost forgot to return
thanks to Mr.. Charles F. Paine, our agent at
Campo Seco, for his unremitting attentions
and kindness during our recent visit to that
camp. Being quite . seco'' on our arrival, it
was no sham paine to join our mutual friend
and worthy agent at Loenisig brakes, in a
glass of genuine Lager. The Campo Seco
Brewery makes good lager-U bet. By the
way, how is it about the aforgotten" gloves,
and CARRYING away the nntfen2
San Andreas independent., 1857-12-05

ADAMS & Co.-There are remaining
in the hands of Mr.. Naclee, Receiver in
the affairs of Adams & Co., assets to the
amount of S51 1,5S5.
San Andreas independent., 1857-12-05
Specimen Hill Quartz Co.'s Notice.

a LII STOCKHOLDERS in this Company,
n who are one month or more in arrears,
for Assessments, at this date, are respectfully
requested to pay up, or enough of their Stock
will be sold to settle the same together with
costs sale to take place at the Company's
office OF Angels on Saturday, December 18th,
1857, at two o'clock, P. NJ.
CHAS. SC0FIELD, President
A. A. POLLARD, Secretary. novl4 at
S. II. Quartz Co.'S Office, Angels Nov. 10th
San Andreas independent., 1857-12-05
Board and Lodging:
Main Street House,
SAN ANDREAS.

VHyIIE ABOVE HOTEL (the first established
IL in the camp). has recently been improved
and refttcd, in order to accommodate its large
and increasing custom.
The proprietor tenders his sincere thanks to
those who have given his house their patron
age and preference, and informs the travelling
public and the community generally, that he
is prepared to accommodate all, with Board
and Lodging, on as reasonable terms rs can
be had in the camp. PHILIP +. PIPER,
sep l2-mtf Proprietor.
San Andreas independent., 1857-12-05
Gotfls, Restaurants, Mf.
KinderhOOk Exchange
"a "a NJ. CALLAHAN, Proprietor. &;

NJ. CALAHAN'.'.rr .rroliieeoi innA
Corner Of Broad,cay & Main sts., San 4ndreas
8
vUvHIS POPULAR AND COMMODlOUS
IL Hotel, situated in one of the most pleas
ant and convenient localities in the town, IS
constantly open for the reception OF iran
sient and Permanent Boarders. The
rooms are spacious, thoroughly ventilated, ana
furnished with view to comfort The dining
hall is the best in the place, where the patrons
of the house may depend upon finding the ta-
bles spread with the choicest edibles the mar
ket affords.
The Bar is furnished with the choicest brands
of Wines, Liquors and Cigars.
Board and Lodging:
Per Week, single rooms,..... $1,000
Per Week, double rooms, ,............... 500
Without Lodging, .............-. f.oo
Single Meal, ............... ..........''... ~
Meals at regular hours.
Payment to be made invariably in ad-
vance. sep. 26-mtf
San Andreas independent., 1857-12-05

Birth-0n the Main Calaveras, on Tues.
day, the lst of December, the wife of Mr.. Henry
Vogelgesang, of a son.
rs. F. Bulletin, n O. Delta and Baltimore Sun, copy]
San Andreas independent., 1857-12-05
Notice.
w. WI. HsENEG. Constable.

San ANDREAs, Township No. 5,
W. I'LL ATTEND to the Collecting of Ac-
w counts and all other business apper-
taining to his Office.
HsA- Orders left at Justice Garretsee's Of
fee, viii be promptly attended to. foe loft
San Andreas independent., 1857-12-05

TIvHE ABOVE TRADING POST, SITUATED
a on Indian Greek between San Antonio
and Murphy's, in one of the best locations for
mining in Winter and Spring, is offered for SALE
Also, two shares in claim on which is erec-
ted Pump and Water Wheel. Also, Twenty
Tons of tlay.
Apply to J. S. G.. Davis, either at the above
named Store, or at his Ranch, one mile lower
down on the same Creek nov 7:4t-10