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Butte record. (Bidwell, Butte County, Cal.) 1853-1858, 1857-03-07

Thus croaked Louis XIV, looking from the
corruptions and splendors of his Conrt The
scenes that followed and which were fore
told by him, were the legitimate offspring of
his own acts, and arose from the monarch
forgetting his own country, and abandoning
himself to the qualification of his own sor-
did motives. The New York Herald makes
use of this prophecy, and then crooks"
ter Mr.. Buchanan, comes the deluge." His
Santanic of the Herald, seems to gloat
over a prospect of ruin and desolation, but
seems to have sense enough to know that
such results need not be expected whilst the
destiny of the country is in the control of
the Democratic party, and hence he has
foretold the awful and sublime catastrophe
predicted by the corrupt Bourbon, but has
postponed the catastsophe until 1860, when
the power is to be wrested from them, and
the country turned over to politicians under
whose guidance we are to experience po-
litical and financial revulsion without a
parallel in the history of the world. There
was some excuse for the prophecy of the
French monarch flor a Bourbon never learn
ed anything that was not forced into their
regal skulls by the power of an outraged
and oppressed people; but we see no reason
why his Satanic should compare the present
condition of the Republican Government of
America to that of King and Priest-ridden
France more than century ago. unless it is
because that paper would like to have it so.
and would delight in severing the bands of
the Union, and laying in ruins the only re-
publican government of the earth. We have
never witnessed newspaper of the same
intelligence and enterprise of the Herald,
so completely abandoned to all principle
that produces articles on the government, $50
to speak, with such unrestrained loose
ness'-that exhibits so much apparent de-
light in tearing down that which it can nei-
Their excel nor initiate. The Herald sup
ported President Pierce until he was inaug
urated, and then devoted its talents and
&c tremendous influence to the demolition
| vi HIS NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.. Dut tHS OVuuti mac
continued in prosperous condition, if we
may judge by the facts furnished by the
Executives of the different states, and the
domain of the General Government has been
increased. After an unrelenting war Of four
years, His Satanic, like Joe Miller, is obliged
to postpone for another four years the adj
vent of his desired pandemonium. Joe Mil
Ter failed to bring the world to an end, and
the Herald failed to elect Fremont, and
hence the postponement of the predicted
ascensions and revulsions The one does
not understand the laws of nature and the
science of theology, and His Satanic is equal
ly ignorant of the science of government,
and the capacity and intelligence of the
people. A four years war Of the Satanic
Heral has failed to demolish the country,
ahd judging from the pasta safe criterion
for the future-it is quite probable that the
American government will survive the on
slaught predicted by the Herald, long after
It's present editor shall have been removed
to the congenial court of his patron saint of
the cloyen foot
Butte record. (Bidwell, Butte County, Cal.) 1853-1858, 1857-03-07

DESPERATE AFFAIR ON THE SAN JoA-
eUIN.--On Friday February 9th, four
mules were stolen from John Davis, near
Stockton, by two Mexicans. The thieves
were pursued by Mr. Davis and another man,
who came up with them at Slocumb's Ferry.
0bedient to order, the Mexicans surrender
ed the mules, but in doing so one drew 4
pistol. Davis fired at him and missed his
aim, when the thief fred and shot him in
the head, inficting wound which caused
mis- death. Davis companion then shot one
of the Mexicans, and the other placing him
on one of the horses, they escaped into a
willow thicket where they were after
wards surrounded
Butte record. (Bidwell, Butte County, Cal.) 1853-1858, 1857-03-07
rh. Ru,khend Scheme.

The Bulkhead project for San Francisco,
is one of those specializing schemes which
sharpers have so successfully practised
heretofore in this State, by securing the aid
Of tho LEGISLATURE. and those who originated it
annear very unwilling to abandon their pet.
correspondent of the Bulletin argues the
necessity of the measure, and we learn from
undoubted authority that J, 2. Marrow ex-
Judge of the Vigilance Committee, expects
that the consummation of this scheme will
put some $50 900 into his pocket.
The only persons to be Immediately oenc-
fitted by the consummation of the Bulkhead
scheme, are the wharf companies OF San
Francisco. They desire to make the city
increase the value of their wharf property,
when they should spend portion Of the
revenue derived from the wharves, in dredg-
ing. and thus increase the value OF their
property and enable the largest sized ships
to enter their harbor at all times, whether
at high or low tide But they have no no.
ton of doing this if they can compel the
public, OF any portion of the public to do 1t
for them. The wharves have been built by
contract ON long leases, and the companies
are undoubtedly anxious to secure an e1-
tension of their privileges: ms well as to Sc
cure property enclosed by the bulkhead' Ii
left to themselves, they will hardly permit
the harbor to fill up so that vessels cannot
reach their wharves, for that would deprive
them of their revenue. Should they choose
to surrender them to the City, the revenue
derived from them, would keep the harbor
clear of distractions, and pay considera-
Bile amount into the city treasury. What a
precious set of sharpers have congregated
in San Francisco, and they are always actu-
ated by prospective gains to the city and
State governments. They have now got the
city finances so far in the prospective that
the authorities are unable to support their
schools, pay their police, or pay for gas or
candles to light their public buildings.
Butte record. (Bidwell, Butte County, Cal.) 1853-1858, 1857-03-07
OroYiilc. March >.

To TIE EpIToR or TIE BUTTE KEcoRp--
SIa | observe in you issue Of TO- day, a
communication respecting a discourse delIF-
cred las; Sabbath at the Ccurt House.
you'll =. hare noticed it had j; 10, been
for enc thing ] think one in reading that
communication would be IA to think that L
used the word rum holes" in my discourse,
| am very onfilent did not use that oppro-
hrious epithet. 1t is not my purpose in
preaching the Gospel to deal in hard words
and slang phrases. | mast, as moral
teacher, reprove all wrong practices in a
community, but | try TO have neither my
words nor my manner such as spring from
evil motives l wish to address all as can
did, reasonable men, with whom must be
confronted at the final judgment, and give
an account Of the influence | exert over
them
Your correspondent regrets that the
theme of my discourse could not have been
discussed in n lyceum 1t is no fault Of
mine that it has not been discussed there,
for | have tried repeatedly to have it come
up for discussion If he meant his remarks
as n sort of challenge to call me out in n
public discussion of the right and wrong of
the liquor traffic, shall not hesitate to dis
cuss the matter at any time, and place
where fair hearing can be had
He says that he did not hear that "pro-
posed any preventative to intemperance"
think there are two ways of preventing in
temperance One way is to keep men away
from strong drink, and the other is to keep
strong drink away from men. l intend to
present motives drawn from the word of
God, and from reason, to urge the latter
course. Yours, Respectfully,
b n SEYMOUR
Butte record. (Bidwell, Butte County, Cal.) 1853-1858, 1857-03-07

CAUGHT AT LAsr.--Patrick Haley, the
notorious 90 Pat" finding his trade growing
dull in Oroville, took 50 foraging" expedi-
ton to Morris Ravine day before yesterday,
and stole a revolving pistol FROM the cabin
of a miner. Yesterday, constable Willis
nabbed him on Montgomery street, and
found the stolen pistol 6 girded about his
loins' Pat was convicted before Justice
Elliott. and sentenced to pay fine of $500
or ego up" for 100 days. He failed to pun
gle, and took lodgings in the basement.
Butte record. (Bidwell, Butte County, Cal.) 1853-1858, 1857-03-07

1t wouid seem from the following article
clipped from the Union, that the yeritabls
Ned MCGOWAN was in Sacramento on Satnr.
day last. The Union of Monday morning
says, on Saturday night the great umbioui.
tous,' IN proper person, though much re-
duced in flesh, arrived in this city and took
lodgings at the Magnolia, where, during the
whole Of yesterday, he was waited unon nv
large numbers of persons, to whom hs "a,
lated with much gusto, his numerous hair.
breadth 'scapes, and other adventures in
the southern portion of the state At first.
the fact Of his presence received but little
credit, and was treated as "a sells, but his
appearance in the barber shop, where he
was Invested of all surplus hair, saving the
redoubtable mustache, removed all doubt
upon the subject He says that his oh ject
in returning is to submit himself to q trial
upon the charge with which he stands &C.
cused, but that he has no idea of going to
San Francisco for the purpose He is not
willing to entrust himself to that atmos-
phere, and it is his intention, if possible, to
obtain from the Legislature the passage of
law authorizing the change of uenUe to this
county, No attempt was made to arres.
him.
We understand that he says the letter
published in the San Francisco Herald, some
time since, with his signature, giving an ac-
count of his escape and subsequent adven-
lures, is genuine. In Santa Barbara, &C.
cording to his account, he was actually
wrapped in an old carpet and thrown GU, Of
a window, where he lay while his pursuers
passed over him, again and again, without
detecting him. He says he remained in
San Francisco n week after Judge Terry
was arrested, and frequently, at night, and
in disguise. made his appearance on Mont
gomery street-often escaping detection by
the skin of his teeth. He fled from San
Francisco on horseback, in company with
Deuison, as has been stated, and thus trav-
cling, reached Santa Barbara county where
he has all the time remained. He returned
through the Sun joaquin Valley, to Stock
ten, in the same manner, and from Stockton
reac ell this city as above mentioned
The telegraph of yesterday announced
that he had vamosed again.
Butte record. (Bidwell, Butte County, Cal.) 1853-1858, 1857-03-07

Mcssrs. Garriott and 0tterson were yes
tereay engaged in circulating subscrip-
ton to raise money for the purpose of pur-
chasing Fire Engine for Oroville. They
had made but few applications, and had met
with very good success. The necessity of
having a good Fire Engine, must be felt by
every person who owns property in the
town, and if all would contribute, the pur-
chase of one Will be rendered easy, and in
case of fire, will repay its cost ten times
over. Oroville gave five thou and dollars
towards the erection of Court House, be-
cause it would improve the value of town
property, an why should they not now give
three thousand dollars for the purpose of Sc
curing-perhaps their all Delays are dan
gerous" Let ms resolve to have an Engine
and it will be accomplished.
Butte record. (Bidwell, Butte County, Cal.) 1853-1858, 1857-03-07
To TIE n. G., Y. G., AND MEMBERS OF

To TIE n. G., Y. g., AND MEMBERS OF
ORov1L1.E LODGE No. SO, l. 0. OF O..
The sad in;elli gence has reached rs, that
the angel Of death has pierced the folds of
our Order and by deplorabe circumsf ances,
we are called upon to mourn the loss of
worthy Brother. lie has passed. from labor
to reward, and as We humbly trust. has en-
tered into that rest, prepared for the faith
fal, not made with hands, but etcrual. De-
fore the melancholy circumstances which
suddenly terminated his existence, he was
in the full vigor of ripene1 manhood. 1t
would be safe appeal to truth to ask Der
to testify that few have journeyed the
sands of life IS far as he has, who could
turn upon the retrospect, as he could if liy-
Ing, with 50 little regret.
Whereas. 1t has pleased Divine Providence
to remove from our Order Brother Joseph
Byers, formerly of ---. therefore,
Resolved, That in the death of Brother
JOSEPH Bycrs. Oroville Lodge No 50 sym
pqihises with the Brotherhood at large, and
with the friends AMI relations of the de-
ceased. in the SORROWS which the sad event
has occasionel
Resolved, That we know him as all good
Old Fellows ought to be known, as an hon
est, upright. aad conscientious man.
Resolved, That copy of the proceedings
of 0rovilie Lodge on the occasion be for
warded to Iowa Hill Lodge No i O. Of
o. + California. and to his friends in Mis-.
sissirpi.
Resolved, That the Oroville papers be re-
qnested 70 publish the above.
G. r HENDEL, J
H. HnsCHEY, Com.
GEO. E SMUH.
Butte record. (Bidwell, Butte County, Cal.) 1853-1858, 1857-03-07

ADMISSION OF OREGON AND MINNEsoTA
AS STATES A bill looking to the admission
of Minnesota into the Union has been passed
by the House of Repr, sentatives-ayes, 81 ::
nays, IS. The principal ground of opposi-
ton to 1t was that the Constitution author
eminent. whether citizens or not Another
bill was passed providing for the admission
of Oregon, but an amendment was secured
excluding all but citizens OF the United
States from voting for delegates to the con-
yention to form Constitution.
Butte record. (Bidwell, Butte County, Cal.) 1853-1858, 1857-03-07

AFFAIRS IN CHINA--A Washington cor
respondent of the New York Herald, says
it is understood that our government does
not approve of the course pursued by our
citizens in the interference with the affairs
of China. The Secretary Of State has been
engaged some days in preparing some docu
ments with reference to this affair, which
will be sent by the next steamer, depreca-
ting it in strong language, and advising
them to beware hereafter how they join
England or any other Power in such move
ment
Butte record. (Bidwell, Butte County, Cal.) 1853-1858, 1857-03-07

THE OUTLAWS IN THE SoUTH.-It is be-
lieved that the bandit Pancho Daniels, the
supposed murderer of Sheriff Barton, of Los
Angeles, for whose arrest, with others, the
Governor has offered reward, has been re-
Gently lurking about Santa Clara county, in
company with some twenty-five or thirty
others of the same stripe 1t is also thought
their presence in that section of the State
was to release Anastacia Garcia, who was
confined in the Monterey Jail, and lynched,
it is said, to prevent his release.
Butte record. (Bidwell, Butte County, Cal.) 1853-1858, 1857-03-07

Gs~Bits of correspondence between Gene
raj Scott and Secretary Jefferson Davis, re-
Gently communicated to Congress, have been
made public. They foreshadow the opening
of budget which, for the credit of the
country as well as of the parties concerned,
ought to be suppressed. Both of these gen
tlemen have sufficient ability to be very
abusive toward each other. Their friends
would much rather give them the credit Of
it's possession than witness its exercise.
Butte record. (Bidwell, Butte County, Cal.) 1853-1858, 1857-03-07

INDIANA-As we predicted, about
month ago that she would do, Indiana has
elected two Democratic U. S. Senators. The
gallant Democracy of Indiana are irvincible
as they are in California. Hon. Graham 5.
Fitch has been elected for the unexpired
term of four years, and Hon. Jesse D. Bright
for the constitutional term of six years. The
Indignation of the Republicans, of course is
very great. Indiana is great state, and
the Houses are Democratic to the core.
Butte record. (Bidwell, Butte County, Cal.) 1853-1858, 1857-03-07

FIRING SALUTE.-A true Placervillian,
in honor of the removal of the county seat
of the {" Empire County" from Coloma to
Placerville, on Thursday evening last, IN
dertook to fire a salute. by charging quick
silver flask with powder and touching il off
The Democrat says the discharge made a
loud report and burst the flask, large
portion of which descended through the roof
of Mr.. Timmons' grocery into the midst of
a crowd of men who were just taking a
drink Nobody was hurt, but the crowd
was considerably frightened.
Butte record. (Bidwell, Butte County, Cal.) 1853-1858, 1857-03-07

z~There is lucky editor over in Can
ada. He says they have a terrible winter
but with three tons of hard coal, and
pretty wife, he hopes to get through 1T very
comfortably. A fortunate fellow that lie
is ahead of the majority of California edi-
tors. for there's none so lucky IS to own
more than a half ton at one time, and
nary a wife.
Butte record. (Bidwell, Butte County, Cal.) 1853-1858, 1857-03-07

Quick TIME.-We learn by telegraph,
that the steamer Gazelle reached Marysville
on her downward trip yesterday, in three
hours and quarter from the time of her
departure from Orovllle-no detention or
accident whatever occurring. A number of
gentlemen took the occasion to pay Marys-
vilve visit
Butte record. (Bidwell, Butte County, Cal.) 1853-1858, 1857-03-07

MARINE INTELLIGENcE-No STEAMBOAT
THIS TIME-We learn that Flat Boat was
telegraphed outside the Heads last evening.
She was about two miles below town, and
had been propelled all the way from Marys-
vile by ''tall polling"
s. Since the above was in type, we
have been visited by couple of gentlemen
Whose names we have forgotten) who came
up with the barge Shoalwater, Captain
Daniels, fifteen days from Sacramento She
is 10 lded with -four and Vegetables, and
drew nineteen inches of water. We hope
their venture may prove entirely successful.
Butte record. (Bidwell, Butte County, Cal.) 1853-1858, 1857-03-07

ALLIANCE OF SOUTH AMERICAN REpUB-
LIcs-The Republics OF Chile, Peru, and
Ecuador, have concluded treaty, which
was signed at Santiago by the plenipotenti-
aries of each State, on the 18th September
1856. 1t is regarded as one of the most i'm
portaut leagues that has been entered into
since the adoption of the articles of confed-
Grafton. by the States now forming our
Union.
Butte record. (Bidwell, Butte County, Cal.) 1853-1858, 1857-03-07

NJ- The steamer Gazelle left Sacramento
yesterday for Oroville. 1t is one thing for
her leave and quite another to reach there
-HarysriHe Herald.
She arrived here on Thursday, hours
from Marysville, and returned on Friday in
three hours and fifteen minutes.
'What do you think of that. my cats
What do you think of that, my dog?"
Butte record. (Bidwell, Butte County, Cal.) 1853-1858, 1857-03-07

AID FOR WALKER.-It was rumored in
New York, on February I'd, that steamer
boarded the Tennessee outside Of Sandy
Hook, and transferred to her three hundred
men. besides several cannon and large
quantity of small arms and other munitions
of war.
Butte record. (Bidwell, Butte County, Cal.) 1853-1858, 1857-03-07

DANCING ScHooL--NEw TERM Madame
of her dancing school, at Musical Hall. The
Madame is universally acknowledged to be
popular and accomplished teacher, and
the commencement of new term, presents
a favorable opportunity for ladies and gen.
tlemen who wish to learn the art of dancing.
Butte record. (Bidwell, Butte County, Cal.) 1853-1858, 1857-03-07

DoUBrxuL.-It is announced by tele-
graphic despatchin another column. that Ned
McGowan has returned. We do not credit
the report but it is not impossible but he
may have returned for the purpose of vindi-
eating his character from the aspersions
cast upon him by the er Parte proceedings
of the Vigilance Committee.
Butte record. (Bidwell, Butte County, Cal.) 1853-1858, 1857-03-07

C.,,xrsr GAMBLERs.-Justice Stevens, at
San Andreas, fined a number of Cinnamon
$500 each for gambling. The fines amounted
to 5000 The Cinnamon went to jail. and
are living at the expense of the county, much
to their satisfaction
Butte record. (Bidwell, Butte County, Cal.) 1853-1858, 1857-03-07

CaoS1Es.-It is said that Myers f. Truett
and Liverpool jack were crOnies in New
York. and that the obliging Jack plioted
Myers to place of safety, and kept MN Sc
croted until he ventured aboard the Illinois,
when Rube Mallory nabbed him.
Butte record. (Bidwell, Butte County, Cal.) 1853-1858, 1857-03-07
A STEAMER IN THE MINES For the fir

A STEAMER IN THE MINES For the first
time in the history of California, we believe,
steamer has ploughed her way directly
into the mines, and frightening Cinnamon
from their rockers, for miles before reaching
town. The antics of John equalled those OF
the most enthusiastic American. The thing
has been accomplished and the paddle wheel
of the steamer has moved the rocker of the
miners
Butte record. (Bidwell, Butte County, Cal.) 1853-1858, 1857-03-07

MERCHANTS Horn This First class Hotel OF
Aarysville, has passed into the hands of Messrs.
Stanton Peck. Both these gentlemen have had ex-
tensive experience landlords. and enjoy popular
ity will render the Merchants the most popular
Hotel in that nourshing CITY. The numerou. friends
OF CJ Stanton in this vicinity, will be pleased to
learn of his prosperity
Butte record. (Bidwell, Butte County, Cal.) 1853-1858, 1857-03-07

Sa- The Washington correspondent of
the New York Tribune mentions a singular
fact. He says; THE President gives fare
we'll dinner tomorrow to the whole diplo-
matte corps and their families, the ladies of
which are all Americans but one'
Butte record. (Bidwell, Butte County, Cal.) 1853-1858, 1857-03-07

lz1- The telegraph dispatch in some Of
down river papers, with regard to the primo
fight in Oroville, contains several errors
Kelly was not seriously hurt, as he called
upon US yesterday to correct the report,
and with the exception of peeper s'darkly,
deeply blue" was apparently in good
health
Butte record. (Bidwell, Butte County, Cal.) 1853-1858, 1857-03-07

You've LADIES ScHooL.-Mrs. Willis has
established Day School for young ladies in
Marysyille, which will be opened for the re-
ception ofpupils to-day. The course of in.
struction will include the high English
branches, with Latin. the modern languages,
music on the Piano, Organ and Guitar, the
various kinds Of drawing, Painting, &c.
Butte record. (Bidwell, Butte County, Cal.) 1853-1858, 1857-03-07

MS-Walker is rapidly gaining friends in
the East. The correspondent of the New
York .Nttcs, says:
"The news from Nicaragua about Walker,
and the conduct of Mr.. Vanderbilt's agent
has raised storm of Indignation against
Vanderbilt. Many men who Up to this time
have had no sympathy with Walker, desire
to see him drive the Nicaraguans, Wander
biltlans and Costa Ricans all from the ooun-
try"
Butte record. (Bidwell, Butte County, Cal.) 1853-1858, 1857-03-07

ARRESTED FOR FELoNY.-Dr Bates late
State Treasurer, has been arrested for telo-
ny on two bench warrants. Each warrant
required $4,000 bail On the plea that
the bail demanded was excessive, he obtain
ed writ of habeas corpus from Judge Ter
ry, and gave bond in $40 900 for his ap-
pearance yesterday at II A. NJ.
Butte record. (Bidwell, Butte County, Cal.) 1853-1858, 1857-03-07

DKrAHruRE-Our old friend and fellow -townsman,
Tho's. Bisset, Esq, has disposed OF his interest in
Oroviile. and will take his departure by the next
steamer for his home in Scotland. OF course it is
his intention 10 return. Here's health to the Tom
sssset." Messfs. Moore Co. (Dan O'Donnell is the
Co } are his successors.
Butte record. (Bidwell, Butte County, Cal.) 1853-1858, 1857-03-07

CARSON VALLEY.--Th Committee on Ter
ritories report adversely to annexing Car
son Valley to California, as this State is
already too unweildy. They recommend
the passage of the bill on the calendar for
The prevention and punishment of bigamy.
Butte record. (Bidwell, Butte County, Cal.) 1853-1858, 1857-03-07

w The Bulletin learns probably by
telegraph from New York-that RUDE Malo-
ney was the author of the report of the ar
rest of Myers F. Truett, the vigilante who
was affected with weakness at the sight of
q crowd. The Bulletin is very sagacious.
Butte record. (Bidwell, Butte County, Cal.) 1853-1858, 1857-03-07

Ga- The Cincinnati Commercial says that
the distress of the poor of that city may be
appreciated when it is known that hundreds
of people have no means of warming them
selves but by burning cracklings from pork
houses, and the hoofs of dead animals.