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San Andreas independent., 1857-01-24

TERANTrLAs NEsT-Mr. S. F. Scott ofLower
Calayeritas. has favored us with the present OF
a Terantula's nest-with the Terantula cozily
ensconsced in his bachelor hermitage, (no old
maid would live so isolated.) The architectural
economy of the nest is one of the curious evil
dences Of great mechanical skill, combining a
knowledge of chemistry, and using earth air,
fire and water as the solvents to fuse his habi-
tatiop into the proper shape and durability
The chamber or round cell is about six inches
long, perfectly smooth and of a velvety, soft
ness, inside,-entirely waterproof with pos
tive condenser or pneumatic engine at the bot
tom to absorb the superabundant MOISTURE
The substance of the house is about as thick
and of the consistency of bonnet board, and no
doubt formed by the paper-making process
The mouth of the cell is closed with rather
massive trap-door held down by elastic hinges
the sde-rim being adhesive, firmly holds on
the lid, assisted by atmospheric pressure, so
that it takes considerable effort to raise the
trap-door; this permanent fortification protects
the inmate from heat and cold, wind and rain,
anu lHOfc cSptClitii3 aSlHS Ills eotillhoii eeLiy
the wasp. Wasps destroy Terantulas whenever
they find them outside of the hermitage, and
this is why so few of them are discovered trav-
cling abroad. We have thought the politician
more closely resembles the Terantula than any
other insect: he has a warm cosy house to live
ir; nest wcll-feathered, with all the perquistes
of q tax-ridden and confding constituency; his
life of Incidence and case, is passed securely, in
the pleasing occupation of gentleman who can
reward friends or punish enemies, rescryng the
Lions share for himsef-and always ready to
pounce out when the peoples (the wasps) at
tention is called in some other direction. Ter
antulas like ourpolticians, once securely housed
in Office cannot be removed except by death of
the occupant or abolishment of the office-they
will not be smoked out or washed out-the
only way they can be coaxed out is to put the
prize of better situation or some favorite
plumber within their grasp when they will eau
tiously take advantage of it. These nests are
planted in the ground in a vertical position, and
it is said that if the trap-door, is removed dur
ing wet weather, the Terantula will manufac-
ture new one in less than an hours time, this
beats the mechanism of either the hornet or the
spider.
San Andreas independent., 1857-01-24

WELLS, FARGO & Co.-This Express
is always liberal with their fayors Our
Sacramento and Northern papers reach us
through the politeness of Mr. Joseph
Knight, the agent. Wells, Fargo & Co.,
furnished US our correspondence from
Angels, Douglas Flat, and Murphy's.
San Andreas independent., 1857-01-24

EsE WOULD INFORM the trade of San
4 Andreas and vicinity, that he has re-
moved his well known Dry Goods Store, to No
l, Odd Fellows Hall, were he has on hand the
largest, best and most Fashionable Stock of
STAPLE AND F4NCY DRY GOODS
Ever seen in this County, comprising:
Elegant French Brocade, Plain and Striped
Silk Dresses.
Also, Black Silks Of every description.
Also, splendid lot of Silk Velvet Mantllas
Also, Cloth and Satin MantillaS, of the very
latest styles. Large assortment of Grape Shawls
Also, a large assortment of the most hand
some and finest French Embroidery Sets.
Fine Needle Work of every description.
complete assortment of French and English
Merinos.
Magnificent Scotch Plaids;
Satin de Laines
Plain and Figured Wooden de Lanes;
A large supply of Window Curtains
Beautiful Bonnet Ribbons;
Also, Silk and Velvet Ribbons;
Silk and Wooden Damasks;
Alpacas, of every description
tremendous assortment of Hosiery;
Also, Fine Flannels of every description
Cashmere; Satinct: Jeans Linseys:
Pilot and Felt Cloth, by the yard;
AlSo very large assortment of long cloth
Sheeting Shifting, Drilling and Bedding
Also, splendid lot of extra size White, Blue,
and Scarlet Blankets and Comforts for family
use
Also, an extensive assortment of French and
English Calicoes;
Ladies' Shoes and Caters of every descrip-
ton.
Ladies Knit Wooen Jackets, and a very
large assortment of Fancy Goods in our line
too numerous to mention.
EsSs The most Of the above named stock
have just received from the Eastern States, and
viii sell the same at reduced prices, at whole
sale and retail.
Bza5@ Miners will find it to their advantage to
give him a call before purchasing elsewhere.
My motto is: Quick sales and small profits"
The cheapest store in San Andrcas.
B. HARRIS.
San Andrcas. Dec 20 lS56-tf
San Andreas independent., 1857-01-24

DANCING ScHooL.-Messrs. Cronk &
Richmond, it will be seen, proposes to
teach the divine art of dancing. We can
recommend them as gentlemen competent
to teach, and worthy of support. Next
week we will give our experience-but at
present we are looked upon as the back
slider.
San Andreas independent., 1857-01-24

CHINAMAN DRowNED.-On last Fri
day night, small reservoir, belonging to
the Georgia Ditch, broke, about three
fourths of mile northwest of Forman's S
Ranch, and drowned a Chinaman; the
drowned man was found, IN the morning,
clinging to sluice-box that had drifted
some distance with the current
San Andreas independent., 1857-01-24

In LucK.-A young gentleman by the
name of Eldridge Paddock, on last Satur-
day went down in the Gulch near the
cabin of the Messrs. Forest, on the Third
Crossing road, where he picked up mug
get of solid gold weighing 500. 50-gold
weight. Several other nuggets Of similar
size and appearance have been found in
San Aadrcas Guleh during this week.
San Andreas independent., 1857-01-24

CouRr PRocEEDISGs.-The Grand jury are
now in session at Mokelumne Hill, and, it is
rumored they are thoroughly sitting our county
affairs, and are likely to succeed in placing be-
fore our tax payers the true reason why our
county obligations are forced on the market at
such ruinous rates.
San Andreas independent., 1857-01-24

ATLANTIC PAPERs.-Mr. Charles Fa-
Vile of the Pacific Express, was first on
hand with files of papers per Golden Gate
He supplied us with Ha,per's Moyazine,
london Illustrated Neps, and the usual
Eastern Papers.
San Andreas independent., 1857-01-24

CmcuLAR.-We have received copy of the
circular of the Californian Society of Natural
History of Stockton. 1t gives brief state
ment of the affairs and objects of the Society
All packages of curiosities,-samples- of seeds,
howcrs, minerals, &c, must be directed to the
"California Society of Natural History" care of
the President or Secretary. at the Drug Store
of E. S. Holden, Main street. Stockton.
San Andreas independent., 1857-01-24
SUMMONS.
GTATE OF CALIFORNIA. Conn
- fy of CaiayeraS

In the District Court of the Fifth Judicial Dis
tSicf.
John Sinclair, plaintiff IS. Thomas B. Wade
John Hanson, Albert G. Lawrence 4 George
Bowen, partners in business, under the firm
name and style ef Wade, Hanson & Co., de-
PENDANTS.
Action brought in the District Court of the
Fifth Judicial District, and the Complaint filed
in the County of Calaveras, in the Office of
the Clerk of said District Court.
The People of the State of California, send
greeting TO Thomas b. Wade. John Hanson,
Albert G. Lawrence & George Bowen, defend
ants.-You are hereby required to appear in an
action brought against you by the above named
plaintiff, in the District Court of the Fifth Ju-
dicial District, in and for the County of Gala
yeras, and to answer the complaint filed there
in ia copy of which accompanies this Sum-
mons,) within ten days, exclusive of the day
of service,) after the service on you of this
summons if served within this county; if
served out of this county, but within this Ju-
dcial District, within twenty days; or if served
out of said district then within forty days-or
Judgment by default will be taken against you.
The said action is brought to recover Of you
the sum of six thousand dollars, principal, with
interest thereon, from the first day of May, y
ID. 1856, at the rate Of two and one-half of one
per cent per month upon promissory note,
and the sum of two hundred and forty dollars
for exchange upon the same from Mokelumne
Hill to the city of New York, and the sum of
four dollars and sixty-eight cents, costs Of pro-
testing the said note, and to obtain decree
and judgment for the sale of certain bridge
known as the Middle Bar Bridge, situated in
said county, mortgaged by Thomas B. Wade to
the plaintiff to secure the payment of said prom
issory note, as set forth and described in said
complaint; all of which will more fully appear
upon reference thereto; and if you fail to appear
and answer the said Complaint as above re-
quired, the plaintiff will take judgment against
you, for the sum of six thousand dollars and
interest thereon, from the first day Of May, a.
d. 1856, at the rate of two and one-half per
cent. per month, and the sum of two hundred
and forty dollars for exchange thereon, and four
dollars and sixty-eight cents, costs Of protesting
and decree Of sale Of said mortgaged premises
and costs of action.
Given under my hand and the Seal of the
District Court of the Fifth Judicial
= District, this 18th day of January, in
" the year of our Lord, one thousand
eight hundred and ffty-seren.
N. L. BROUGHTON, Clerk
BRocKwAY GATEwooD, Att'ys for pltif.
San Andreas independent., 1857-01-24
DANCING SCHOOL!
FTessrs. Cronk s. Rfc.mona

EIessrS. CrOnk & RICHMOND,
AVlNG opened a Dancing School at San
IL Il Andreas and also at the Kentucky oa
House and Upper Calaveritas, arc now ~
really to receive applications for Tuition. *
Ladies taught free of charge
For Terms, apply to Mr. W. P. Miller. San
Andreas; or, to Mr. J. F. Cronk, at either of
tie above Camps.
San Andreas, Jan. 24th, ls57-tf.
San Andreas independent., 1857-01-24
To Net.

A hAK GROVE HOTEL, three miles from the
" the city of Stockton, with four acres fenced
in for a garden. Enquire of
Z. S. HOLDEN,
Jan 24-u Druggist Stockton
San Andreas independent., 1857-01-24
a. ROSENFlELD 81, CO
Newspaper, Book, Stationery
cigar and Tobacco Store.

POST OFFICE BUILDING, MOK. HILL.
AVlNG recently purchased the interest of
II Mr. 8 Guthrie in the Newspaper and Pc
riodical Agencies, at this place, they would re-
spectfully inform the public that at their estab-
lishment can always be found the latest Califor
mia and Atlantic papers, illustrations, Maga-
zines, Steamer Novels, and standard works To-
gether with a large assortment of Fancy art;.
cles, best brands OF Cigars and Tocacco. etc
Mokelumne Hill, January /, 1857. ian lo-tf
San Andreas independent., 1857-01-24
70 Let.

FSNHREE good Ranches, within three mile
u from the city of Stockton, will be let OF
reasonable terms. Enquire of
jan 24-tf f. S. HOLDEN Stockton
San Andreas independent., 1857-01-24

L. d. of %. F.-Lone Star Encampment
No. 10 meets regularly on the first and third
Saturday evenings of each month, at Odd Fell
lows Hall, Mokelumne HILL
OF. TIBBlTS, C. P.
>. sep 24-tf
San Andreas independent., 1857-01-24
5pe1ial n utiees.

A Card.-THE "Sn GUARDS return their
sincere thanks to Mr.. +. p. Medina, for the
kindness shown them and invited guests during
their recent excursion and parade. We found
the worthy lIidalgo of the Hacienda, like Gin
clnnatus of old, at the plough which, in Il
self-denying spirit he abandoned in the furrow
to administer to our wants, regardless Of loss
of time or expense honoring us as the true
chivalry of the mines, by public reception,
and music from his Alpine Horn welcoming lis
to the hospitalities of the Ranch, and refusing
all considerations as remuneration for the
same therefore, be it, at IL full and regular
meeting
Resolred, That Mr. F. p. Medina be, and he is
hereby elected an honorary member of this As
soclation, and that we recognise in him the
gentleman, the scholar and the musician who
so largely contributed to the amusement, the
subsistence supplies and good cheer of the day,
and that in our eye he is the mirror of true po-
liteness.
Resotred, That Mr.. F. p Medina be rendered
the freedom of our Hall, and that copy of
this preamble and resolutions be published in
the San Andreas independents
ATTEsT-A true copy Signed by the Presi-
dent and Secretary
San Andreas, January 10th. 81. Jan 24-1t
To the Physicians of Calaveras County.
An adjourned meeting of the Calaveras coun-
ty Medical Society, will be held at San Andreas
on MONDAY, FEBRUARY 2d, \. D. 1857, to
elect delegates to the State Convention. Dr.
Holbrook will deliver an address. Members
and Physicians generally, are invited to attend.
BY order,
c. B. HOLBROOE. VI. D., President.
T. w. BRoTHERToN, NJ. D., Secretary. jan II
San Andreas independent., 1857-01-24
SUMMONS.
GTATEl OF CALIFORNIA. CGun-
~ fy OF Cal6Veras

~ ~ Oh esak6EefaaS:
In the District Court Of the Fifth Judicial Dis
ta5ct.
John Sinclair, plaintiff against Thomas b. V .,dc,
John Hanson Albert &. Lawrence & Gt rge
Bowen, partners in business, doing business
under the firm name and style of q Wade,
Hanson & Co.," defendants.
Action brought in the District Court of the Fifth
Judicial District, and the Complaint filed in
the County of Calavcras, in the office of the
Clerk of said District Court.
The People of the State of California, send
greeting: TO Thomas b. Wade, John Hanson,
Albert G. Lawrence 4 George Bowen, defend
ants.-You are hereby required to appear in an
action brought against you by the above named
plaintiff in the District Court of the Fifth Judi
cial District, in and for the County of Calave-
ras, and to answer the Complaint filed therein,
"a copy Of which accompanies this Summons, J
within ten days, exclusive of the day of SER
vice. after the service on you of this Sum-
mons-if served within this county; if served
out of this county, but within this Judicial Dis
trict, within twenty days; or if served out of
said District, then within forty days-or judg-
ment by default will be taken against you.
The said action is brought to recover of you
the sum Of six thousand dollars, and interest
thereon, from the first day of May, A. d. 1856,
at the rate Of two and onc-half per cent. per
month, and the sum of four dollars and sixty
eight cents, costs of protest of q promissory
note and the further sum of two hundred and
forty dollars for exchange upon the same from
Mokelumne Hill to the city Of New York, and
for costs Of this action all of which will more
fully appear upon reference to the complaint,
copy of which is hereto annexed and if you
fail to appear and answer the said Complaint
as above required, the plaintiff will take judg-
ment against you for the said sum of six thou
sand dollars and interest thereon, from May lst,
1856, at the rate of two and one-half per cent
per month, and four dollars and sixty-eight
cents, costs of protest, and two hundred and
forty dollars for exchange and costs Of this
action as prayed for.
Given under my hand and the Seal of the
District Court of the Fifth Judicial
r G District, this ninth day of January, in
" the year of our Lord, one thousand
'' eight hundred and fifty-seyen
N. L. BROUGHTON, Clerk.
By c. D. SPIRES, Deputy Clerk.
BRocKwAY & GATEwooD, Atty's for prtff
STATE or CALIFORNIA,
County Of Calaoeras, o.
\ true copy of the original Summons, of the
within entitled action, as appears on file in my
Office. Attest:
IL. S. N. L. BROUGHTON, Clerk.
By G. D. SpInEs, Deputy Clerk
January 9th, 1857. jan 24-3m-30
San Andreas independent., 1857-01-24
BARGAINS! BARGAFNS!!

NOV is YOUR TINE TO PURCHASE
~ The undersigned contemplate closing out
their stock of goods by the first of May next
Their stock comprises in part of the following
which will be sold cheap for cash:
Groceries, Provisions, &C.;
Hardware,
Crockery,
Drugs and Medicines,
Wines, Liquors,
Boots and Shoes,
Ladies' and Misses Shoes.
Ladies' and Misses Cot. Hose,
Blankets, &C.,
Saddles, Brides, Mar
tingales. &C., &c.
HB Highest price paid for Gold Dust.
jan-24-tf CONOVER & BRO.
San Andreas independent., 1857-01-24

Table Mountain water Ditch.
A. B. LAFoRGE, Lessee, has opened his Office
in the room next next the Main Street House,
opposite Corcoran's Stone Building, San An
dreas. Improvements on the Ditch are now
complete, and full supply Of water on hand.
San Andreas. Jan. 10th 81. Jam loft
San Andreas independent., 1857-01-24

Garden Seeds.
Z UST ARRIVED, per ship Winged Arrow, a
20 large variety of Garden, Fruit and Flower
Seeds, such as Apple, Pear, Ounce, Cherry
Apricot, Plum, Locust, Usage Orange, Sweet
Corn, Alfalfa Glover, Blue Grass, Sweet Herbs
of all kinds, and fifty kinds of flower seeds
adapted to this climate. For sale by
f. S. HOLDEN,
jan 24-tf Druggist. Stockton.
San Andreas independent., 1857-01-24
CONOvER e. BRO.
CIT

' Wiz entire stock of the above establishment
Il VIII be sold cheap, to close the concern by
'he nrst OF May next, as we wish to leave for
the Atlantic States by the 5th of Nav.
All those indebted to the concern. are soli-
cited to call and settle immediately.
jan 24-tf CONOyER 4 RRO
San Andreas independent., 1857-01-24
A Rare Chance.

A Grocer Stock and Stand. One of the best
IA in the city of Stockton, doing a safe and
profitable business. For sale by
Jan-24-tf f. S. HOLDEN, Stockton.
San Andreas independent., 1857-01-24
Warehouse for Sale.

4 WAREHOUSE, "a by "a, situated near
N Humphrey & Barclays Mineral Water Es-
for sale cheap. Enquire of
jan 24-tf CONOVER & BRO
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THE AMERICAN HOTEL.

MA THIS wcll.known and long estab- ft;.4,t fts;:.4,t
Ell lished IROTEL, having under siiiiiil
gone all entire renovation, both in furniture and
buildings, possessing in a great degree the ai-
vantage of location, being on the corner of Rich
ardson aud BIanling Streets, in full view of Sid
ney Park and i'll the centre of business, which
makes it one of the most desirable locations in
the city, is now open TO the public. Gentlemen
and Ladies visiting our beautiful city will find
ample accommodation ut the American, and the
best that can be found in the Columbia and
~ estOn markets.
-.aving secured the services OF Mr. s. DYKE.
formerly of the Congarce House, lie will be happy
ut all times to see his friends or acquaintances ut
the American.
The Stables connected with the House. top.ther
with the Omnihasses and Carriages, will be run
and continued us heretofore by Mr. Jno A. Shell,
who will have as good outfits rs may be found in
the city. He will be found ready nj any time 10
accommodate citizens and the tray cling con,.nu-
nifty with good and attentive drivers ut rensona
bic terms. His Omnibusses will be at the differ
ent Depots in readiness to convey Passengers to
and from the American and IIunts IIo cl, or any
section OF the city. Persons wishing him TO call
for them will find states ut either of the Hotels
or at either of his Stables, OH Lady or B!andinp
Streets.
A. STERNES, Agent.
may Il, 1891. d-1m
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Summer Supplies.
WSI. SHEAR

las received from New York his Summer
IL Supplies of DRY COOS, embracing CON-
pete assortment of articles for LADIES' Summer
Dresses:
French Embrodereies Hosiery, &c. A full
supply of the best articles for Ladies' Mourn
ing Apparel; A variety of articles for Gentle
men and Youths wear; Bleached Shirtings aud
Sheetings of the most approved make; 1914 Lin
en- Sheetings, Pillow Case Linens Damask and
Table Diapers, superior Huckabacks and Scotch
Diapers. for Towels; Towels with Colored and
Fancy Borders; full assortment of articles for
Servants wear; Lancaster, Allendae and Mar
sciles Quilts (some of extra size ard quality, }
with great variety of articles suitable for Plan
tation and Family use, which will he sold ut de-
cidedly lower prices for Cash. than can be pur.
chased on the usual credit terms GranitevilIe
aud Augusta Shirtings and Sheetings, Cotton
Osnaburgs and Stripes Mt Manufacturers prices.
The public are respectfully requested to exam
inc the assortment.
June g. 57-9
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EheriH's Sale.


nY virtue Of suniry Whts Of Fisra Fncin
IL 10 me directed, I will cell al Abbevill,
Court House, on the frst Monday and Tuesdn,
In JULY next, within the legal hours of sale
tho following property. TO wit:
800 oeres, more or less, bounded by DR.. ". T
Jones, Jas kilIingsworth, and Others, as the
property Of J. T. Carter, udr. A. II. McGee
for another, aud others.
] House and Lot in Greenwood, bounded by
8. v. Cain, L. Il. Calhoun, and others, as the
property Of s. l. Bond, ads. P. w. Goodwin
aud others.
250 Acres, more or less, bounded by A. Hun.
ter, J. Martin, and others, as the property Of j.
A. Martin, ads. E. Trbble, and others.
Lot of Clothing. Shoes Calicoes, Muslins
Clocks. Guns, Pistols. JeweIry, and various ur.
tcles, levied on as the property of Sluger &
Levingston, ads. NJ. Bren, and others.
TERMS CASH.
T. r. COCHRAN, S. AID.
Sherif's Office, June l9, 1857. 9isd
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GROCERIES OF ALL KINDS
GOOD NEWS FOR TIE PEOPLE!
Family Grocery at Cokesbury |!

The undersigned has just opened n large
occupied by Smith, Graydon tt Co., consisting
of Sugar of various kinds. Coffee, Molasses, Salt
and Bacon, Mnckerel in Kits and Barrels, Vine
gar, Rice, Nails Chlins, Pot-wnrc, Tin ware.
Shovels. Spades, Powder, Shot, Lead, Candy,
Nuts, Vines Prunes, Citron, Currants, Candles.
soap Soda, Starch, AIaccaroni, Pepper Ginger,
dimes, Salmond, Crackers, Pickles, Sauces, Mus
tard, Preserves, Brandy Peaches, Cherries, VOLTS
Aromatic Schnapps. Inst. though not least.
Tobacco nnd large lot of Scgars, and many
other articles too tedious to mention.
Terms Cash. J. II. RLACK
Cokesbury. May ii, 1857 3-Iv