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Mariposa Democrat., 1857-05-27
WATER,

In late issue we urged the Importance Of a
the dry districts Of this County, and pointed
out the advantage and necessity of common
cling the enterprise among ourselves. Heaven
helps those who help themselves" is truism
upon which if we act, will certainly attract as
sistance from outside sources Long and weary
years we have vainly and anxiously cherished
the illusion that some great company, clothed
in the magic panoply Of money would volun-
tsri!y cone to rescue us from difficulties by
building the everlastingly talked of ditch
We now seem as far from realizing the hopes
as ever, and strongly suspect the surest method
of relief is to organize and concentrate the
means and labor of the County, and to go to
the work at once. Twenty-Five miles Of ac-
queduct will introduce to the miners large
semi-annual-perhaps longer supply ofwater
Suppose one hundred miners agree to build
a fourth of mile each, or two hundred an
eighth each. The undertaking appears easy
for men of the most limited means, who have
the will and capacity to work, and is still
more simplifed by the fact that they would
find many others anxious for copartnership in
their contracts These one hundred or two
hundred could be easily organized for the gen.
eral purposes of the undertaking, so as to avoid
those compromises which, in large associations
self-will and restive independence are too often
apt to regard as distasteful. The advantages
of this plan are patent Each owner or build
er would be sole master of his time, tools,
method of work, except so far as he would be
bound by contract to build his portion Of a
certain grade in substantial manner The
owners ofthe property would be residents of
the County, favorable to its prosperity by those
most unequivoca proofs, residence, labor and
business within its limits. The immense pro-
fits of the enterprise would belong to, and be
distributed by owners living in our midst, in
stead offlowing directly to the capacious re-
servoirs of European or Atlantic capitalists
And the relations between our own inhabitants
of whatsoever trade or property and the hardy
miners are so intimate and reciprocal, that the
usual jealousies strifes, hindrances and op-
pressions of water ditch companies would be
avoided. Twenty-Five miles completed as
above delineated, how easy would it be with
the proceeds of water sales, or by funds raised
upon the property already created, to extend
the work to the San Joaquin or main Merced
River, so as to secure full supply the whole
year round. The undertaking appears feasi-
BILE enough, and within the certain accomplish
ment of our working men. About year ago
the miners of Columbia built large canal
Another large one from the South Fork of
Feather River has been constructed by the
miners of Forbestown, Butte County And in
1856, the miners of Sucker Flat, Yuba Coun-
ty, demonstrated the facts we are endeavoring
to prove, by constructing on their unaided ef-
forts, convenient and respectable sized aque-
duct In fact, there is hardly mining Coun
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-05-27
ATT E N II / 0 n !

M The members of the ASSOCIATION OF MINERS
AND SETTLERS on the Fremont Claim, are requested
to attend at THEATRE HALL, at o'clock on SATURDAY
EVENING. All members are expected to attend, as
there are important measures to be considered Each
member should bring such of his friends disposed
to unite with us in opposing all aggressons upon their
rights m27l BY THE SECRETARY.
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-05-27
Spain.

corvette and two brigs had left Cadiz for Havana
in advance of the Spanish expedition TO Mexico The
Spanish government declined TO receive Mr. Lafragua
the Mexican special envoy, who remains at Paris but
has addressed diplomatic note to its ambassadors in
Paris and London declaring that force will not be
sorted to so long there is possibility of obtaining
satisfaction by peaceful means The Spanish newspa-
pers deny that the French government has offered to
mediate. On the Gath of March the preparations for
war were still going on the Cabinet of Madrid not
being satisfied with the propo'als of Mexico Count
Waewsk had addressed note to NJ de Turgot
French Ambassador in Spain, expressing appreciation
of the pursued by the Spanish government.
Some accounts from Madrid, probably Of doubtful
authority announce that even in the event of an ar
rangement of the present difficulty the Spanish squad
ron will land force and occupy position +" on the
Mexican territory with view to ulterior movements
should circumstances render them necessary. This
force will protect Spanish subjects whom it is alleged
the Mexican government, on account of the anarchy
which now prevails in the country, cannot protect"
The Infant Don Henry of Bourbon, brother of the
King, had been ordered by the Queen to leave Spain
and go to France because he had offered himself to the
Progresistas a candidate for the representation Of
Salamanca in the Cortes.
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-05-27
a p R I1 Il!
A LOT AND DWELLING FOR ONLY $40.

nN SATURDAY EVENING, MAY Both 1851, AT EIGHT
~ O'Clock, P. at the Saloon of Mcnamara Crippen,
propose TO put up to be rallied for my Dwelling House
and Lot fronting Bullion street in the Of Marpo
bounded the north side by the lot and dwelling
pied by Judge Burke and the south by the lot and resi-
dence upied by Thomas Early.
The Lot is go feet wide and extends back 10 Jones' street.
2i0 feet The House story high 10 feet wide by 20
feet long contains two IL in good condition and
yenient to waterfall valued at 800
There be 40 chances at $40 each When all the
chances taken and the money paid obge myself by
deed deposit with j. b. Condor Of Wells Fargo Co,
to deliver conveyance Of the premises the winning par
ty and in the property not disposed Of to refund
10 each person his money OLIVER COBB.
Mariposa, May 10th, 1857. m21 It.
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-05-27

FURTHER PARTICULARS OF THE SONORA ExPEDr
TIos.-Extract from letter from the Gadsden Pur
chase dated April 4, 1857, but which was evidently
written before the news Of the Of Gen. Crabb
and his men had been received
"Thc flibusters thirty or thercabouts, left Tubac
on the day before yesterday for the vicinity of Altar
This party has not yet been heard from.-Ed. Her
adj A similar number arc represented to have de-
parted from Mesore and neighborhood about the
time These are all recruits made here, and under
the command of Major Lane, of Texas TThese re-
cruits were enlisted by Majors Wood and Tozer, of
Crabbs party.-Ed. Heraidl The movement hence
was made in consequence Of information having been
received from how reliable II is not known
that General Cosby Senator from Sskiyou) and one
Capt Johnson or Johns late Of the U. 5. Army, had
landed at Lobos on the Gulf Of California, due west
from Altar with a considerable force. Altar will be
well defended by the Mexicans and the Americans
will avoid IT, think Their policy appears to be to
port where they receive reinforcements of
men and supplies from California. 1t is believed they
will avoid any serious collision with the inhabitants of
Sonora until great effort is made for this object
tThis opinion was unhappily not well founded, as
Crabb and his party were fighting at Cavorca at the
date of this writing The Tucson party of recruits
was the same so CALAMITY commanded and handsome
ly exticated from most dangerous position by Capt
Granville Orrey.--Ed. Heraid.l 1t is the opinion of
intelligent Mexcans here that the filibusters will sig
naly fail in all that they attempt for the whole popu
lation of the country will be united against them-
Orders have been issued by the Governor of Sonora
orbiddng the expectation of any articles of provis
ions from that State as the political difficulties will
prevent the greater portion of the popuation from
putting in their crops. This will be matter OF ser
Gus embarrassment to the United States troops here,
they relied greatly upon Sonora for their breadstus
and this order cuts them of. San Francisco is the
natural depot of this purchase. Our dates from San
Francisco, via Fort Yuma are two months earlier than
by the way of New Mexico and the time required to
bring supplies of goods, as well as the cost is much
greater by way of New Mexico. The military post, it
is supposed, will be Tucson, instead of at Gala
bazos.n
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-05-27

REMOVAL OF INDIANs.-The Marysville Err
press says that several wagon loads of Dlggers
from Parks Bar and vicinity, recently arrived
in that city, en- route for their new home at
Nome Lackee
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-05-27

THANxs.-our thanks are due to Mr. William King
for the present of ne assortment of vegetables from
his galden on the opposite side of the creek They
are the freshest and finest vegetables have this
season. and show that the gentleman is gardener of
the frs quality.
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-05-27
ELL DORADO
FANCY DRINKING AND BILLIARD SALOON

rT,HE UNDERSIGNED BEGS LEAVE TO IN
l. form his friends and the public generally, that
having renewed business at his large and spacious Sa
loon known as the Ell DORADO he will now be
happy to receive the patronage of his old customers.
Bs- THE BAR will always be supplied with the
choicest brands of LIQUORS AND CIGARS.
Leroy VINlNG, Proprietor.
Mariposa, May 10th, 1857. m2Otf
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-05-27

Bit BY A RATTLE SNAKE.-An Indian living at
Mono, was bit by rattle snake which he had been
carrying in bis arms, on Monday night last and ii
is said he cannot recover This is the second occur
renee within short time that we have had occasion
to record snake bites from the folly of trying to make
pets out Of such dangerous reptiles.
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-05-27

wARM-Durng the past three or four days the
weather has been exceedingly warm and oppressive
the mercury marking 90 at three o'clock on Monday
afternoon.
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-05-27
EUROPE.

PARLIAMENTARY ELECTIONS IN GREAT Britain
AND IRELAsD.-The chief news from England relates
TO the election Of members for a new Parliament of
the United Kingdom. 1t appears that Lord Palmers-
toms administration have achieved an unparalleled
triumph n their late appeal to the country on their
foreign policy The Prime Minister brings into the
new Parliament majority which no Minister has had
there since Sir Robert Walpolcs time. The whole
Manchester Peace and Cotton party banshed, and
nearly all the Peelites. Messrs Golden, Bright Mil
ner Gibson Mall Cardwel Fox, the two Philimores.
Sir Joshua Walmsley, Sir VIM. Clay and Oivera have
all been rejected by their constituents, with host of
other gentlemen Of the same side. Mr. Layard has also
been rejected. Mr.. Frederick Peel Zone Of the Minis
teria sde) has been ousted bya Tory. The city of
London has reelected Sir James Duke, Baron Roths-
child and Lord John RUSSELL the latter being only
third on the list The borough elections were com
plete and 525 members had been returned the shire
elections were still progressing.
Mr.. Henry Fitzroy and Mr.. NJ. T. Barnes were named
in connection with the Speakership of the new House
of Commons The latter would be the Ministerial can
didate. Mr. Shaw Leievre, the late Speaker has been
raised to the Peerage by the title of yscount Evesey
BATTLE BETWEEN THE BRITISH AND PERsIASs.-
battle was fought between the English and Persians
at Kheoshah, on the sth of February. News Of the
peace had not Of course been received in either camp
at that time. The Persians six thousand strong
and had five guns the British force numbered 1900
infantry 4l9 cavalry and IS guns, under the command
Of General outram. The former were completely
routed by the artillery and cavalry, without the as
sisance of the infantry and left on the field 700 dead,
100 prisoners and guns. The English lost only ten
killed and sixty-two wounded Before reaching Koo-
shah it was necessary to pass the Persian entrench-
ments at Boorazjah 46 miles from Bushire. The enc
my fed on the approach of the Brit sh troops, aban
doning their stores and ammunition.
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-05-27

SODA WATERING acknowledge the receipt Of two
dozen bottles of the above mentioned refreshing drink
from the Soda Water and Syrup Mandatory of Messr
Clark Bvens Of this place. 1t is the first manufac-
tured this season, and must say the qualitys good
and the propretors evidently gentlemen of good
taste and judgment they have allowed the printers
the first taste-and we were mighty dry. Our thanks
10 YOU gentlemen.
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-05-27


PANORAMA OF THE SIEGE OF SEBAsToPoL.-Our
worthy fellowctizen, Mr. A. Claveau who has resided
in California since ls49, and who stands as scenic
artist unrivalled has been for time engaged upon
moving Panorama Of the Siege Of Sebastopo This
Panorama has never been exhibited but once and that
was in this place some few months ago. Since that
period two new and beautiful views have been execu
ted adding greatly to the interest and truthfuness Of
this magnificent work of art. The Panorama will be
ready for exhibition the last of the week, when
hope our slowcitizens will show their appreciation
Of fine work of art and Of an artist whose gentleman
ly department and modest worth merits from US our
cordial and hearty support Let him have bumper.
Mr. Claveau informs that after its having been ex
hibed before citizens It will be sent to the differ
ent mining districts and towns in the State for exhibit
ton and we would advise our neighbors to see and
judge for themselves.
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-05-27
From Hornitas.

gentleman writing to US from Hornitas, under date
of 25th inst, says Last week Mr. Alex. c. Gill cast
himself from Of the steep precipces of the Buttes
near Indian Gulch, and was instantly killed His body
was much mangled by striking projecting rocks
The height is over fifty feet. He buried In
dian Gulch by some of his old fortynine comrades.
The thermometer has stood over one hundred to-day
at noon. The heat is terribly oppressive, and the
water in Burns Creek rapidly drying up.
Mr.. John Kellett is working seven Cinnamon on a
flat near town. and is daily taking out over $40 day
TO the handu
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-05-27

THE CASE OF Mrs. wHITSEY-The third examina
tion of Mrs. II. b. Whitney, charged with the homi-
eide of II. J. Askins commenced before Judge Burke
Thursday last. 1t will be remembered she first
examined and discharged by Justice Watts. On the
second arrest she was discharged by Judge Bonduran,
on the grounds that the affidavit of George Smith
newng the charge did not set forth sufficient
for re-investgation. On the last complaint made on
the affidavit Of James G. Read she arrested the
third time and brought before Judge Burke Though
more full, the evidence before Judge Burke does not
essentially vary from that elected before Justice Watts
which published at length in issue Of Nay 9th.
The only additional features of proof worth mentioning
developed by the last examination, certain decla
rations of Askns and the correspondence between the
parties till within short time previous to the shooting.
The examination and argument closed on Saturday
evening, and Judge Burke has delayed his decision
account of the sudden illness of Mrs. Whitney.
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-05-27

ty in the State except our own, where the in
habitants have not originated and completed
some such undertaking.
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-05-27

FORT DODGE, IA, March 20.
DEAR SIR This town is in a perfect blaze
of excitement. For two months past, reports
of depredations by the Indians have been re-
ceived here, but occasioned no alarm. Yester-
day, however, some residents from the vicinity
of Spirit Lake, in Dckenson county, arrived
here, bringing the intelligence that some forty
persons were missing, and that the bodies of
fourteen had been found lifeless and mutilated.
Three companies of volunteers, raised in
Webster City and this place, will start to-mor-
row morning to hunt the murderers The
Sioux, Chippewas, and Winnebagoes deny any
connection with these dreadful acts ; and Ma
jor w. Williams, Indian agent at this point,
says that the villains arc the criminals who
have been banished by the several tribes.
Among the families known to be killed are
those of Mr. Howe, Consisting of seven per-
sons,) Mr.. GARDENERS, Mr. Lucas, and Mr..
Mattock's. But fourteen bodies had been found
when the messengers left, the residents being
fearful to search for their neighbors.
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-05-27

The following additional appointments were madeon
the 18th April
Charles H. Hampstead, Superintendent Of the Branch
Mint at San Francisco.
Major n. Roman, Appraiser General Mr. Hane AS
sstant Appraiser.
St. Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1845-1863, 1857-01-29
CIGAR MANUFA TORY.

FVHE subscribers are extensively en-.
III gagged in manufacturing ClcARs in
leonard Town, /. Mary's county, with
Anew 10 furnishing merchants, hotel
keepers and others in this section Of The
State with their supplies, at price far
below that paid by them in the cities, for
similar article, .and npon satisfactory
terms. Orders are solicited, anil will be
attended 10 with peo,nptnes~. Relying
upon our country friends to aid us in our
new enterprise--We ask a trial.
HARRIS s. CAVALIER.
Leonard Town. April %. lS54--.f.
St. Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1845-1863, 1857-01-29

R.9TTFJC.97TO.F NOTICE.
VIM. 4. Jones and On Saint Msry's
Mary e.. his wife, county Circuit
W. Curt. sitting IS a
r , Haies and I Court Of Equity.
Wife and Others.
DY virtue Of authority vested in me
= oy the aei Oft Assembly in such
case made and provided, I hereby rasify
and confirm the report of G. I. Spaldins.
trustee, made ia ihi. cause. provided that
no objection be male thereto. on or be.
sofe the third Monday Of March
next. and provided that \ copy Of th;,
ord~r be inserted in the Saint Atasv,s
teaeon once per wssek for three mcnihs
.'s.s. TIE said third Monday of march
Ths repcs, states AIl,e amo,,,, n al. IA
De $50.
jas n BLACKSTONE,
S'<'k Circuit Court Tor ST. Msry's co.
Dee let. 1856.
St. Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1845-1863, 1857-01-29

nj Office IL hereby given tina, the
lv subscriber has obtained from the
Orphans Court Of 81. fary's county, in
MARYLAND, letters testimenia.y on the
personal estate Of Samuel Bond,
late Of said county decreased. All per-
sons having claims against the said de-
ceased are hereby warned TO exhibit the
vssis the proper vouchers thereof,
|sotIle subscriber on or before the goth
Of May. 1857. otherwise they nav
be excluded by law from all benefit OF
the sand esaate. Given under my hand
this 18th day Of December. 1856.
RICHARD BOND,
a A Executor.
Dee 18th. ls56--4w.
St. Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1845-1863, 1857-01-29

NoTICE IL hereby given. that the
lAU subscribers have obtained from the
Orphans Court Of 81. Msry's county in
Maryland. letters testirnenisry on III.
pefgonaI estate of John Greenwell OF
FhsIlp. late OF st. Mary's co., deeea.ed
Al persons having claims agsin-t the said
dsceased are hereby warned "a exhibi,
TIE anne with the proper v.ueher there.
q. - The subscribers on or before the 20. n
q Nsy, 1857. otherwise they NAV
81 excluded BY lew from oil brne6, OF
ne said estate Given under our hands
his 18th day Of Decembet, 1855.
yNO. 4. CAVALIER.
b. C. HARRIS.
Executors.
Dee. 18th, 1S56-4v.
St. Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1845-1863, 1857-01-29
WOOD COMMISSION AGENCY.

- 2 resI'<etfullsl inf,rm those inter-
esied. That ne have made ample
go msnis. and are ready 20 receive
exclusively.
49, sFssnas and llI others who may
- ~ WIN consigameuts viii be ena-
- - = .sseive full prices Tor their Wood,
:. 80 % compelled TO suffer sacnices
a - 49, !aenre Of y gluttea market or
eO,nosnsi,on among .lealers.
Liberal advancenien,s mad. an Al,
conssgninenfs.
~ 900. Hu orders for every description
s.asng materials filed with prompt
- @na upon the most recommendation
,. WILLIS q Co.,
LEMRER DEALxns,
rs srsi y ie, Union Deck, Bals.. Did.
JEne 22d. IsSz~.s6. - -.
St. Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1845-1863, 1857-01-29

WH0LES.aI.E &sDDLERY.&e
No. 294 BALTlMoRE STREgT coasRs ON
~ - 50 SHAkp.
:" HERE viii be found one if the
w most extea$sse manufac,osi~s q
sADDEERY. HARNESS. COLLARS.
TO De foand in this C,iv. whi..h the .us.
.e~ibers offers to sell a, WHOLESALE Asn
RETAtL on accommodating Term.
and win pledge himself to DUPLICATE
Any BILL made in the Eastern and
Northern cities.
An examination ~ his stock i. solicited
from coun,ry merchants and others.
ROBERT LAWSON.
Baltimore.
Oct. l6th--tf.
St. Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1845-1863, 1857-01-29

&aFther % MASSACHUSETTS recent Ssora,
- - spgnsea By later accounts, did nas csn-
hns - l<sasiaiiers Q" the lower sections o. tie
coslaiy. We bear Of chinmsys being blsss %
- siss pssaxeni section Of this distr;cs. iuriag.
N their fal, adjoining bu;ldihgs IN considerable
sxEsnt. Dir. c. Pam loss twe shiuneys d,.-
ring he storm on Tuesday night and had tie
pizzza Of his dweIlin. greatly damaged. Mr..
=. Fleyd had chimney blown OF. and his
kitchen mash Infused from the bricks falling
On i.
St. Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1845-1863, 1857-01-29

Absentees.-certaia frieads Of ours, who
ere ''sxiies from home, have our symra,Aiss
in their Preseat szEareed separation from their
families. We wash them happy ,ime. and.
that they may sa;"y themselves the usare. 80
send tham ;idings, that ale are well q: kosae and
haPpy, bat for their absence.
St. Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1845-1863, 1857-01-29
~ D E 8! HIDE S!!
CRUPY & STANSBURY.
HIDE AND LEATHER DEALERS.

Corner Of South and Water sis.
Baltimore. Nd,
INFANTS 10000 HIDES. sfer.
Wv chants Farmers and Others will
DO yell by calling on, or ccnsigning their
Hides TO us. We are paying 7 TO 8 cts.
for Green. and Is 10 is Ga. for nrv.-
We also Offer the largest and best assert.
ment of Leather 10 be- found in the CITY.
e. Don't forg.-t the Corner Of South
and Ws'er str~et..
Dec. 18th, 1S56--tE.
St. Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1845-1863, 1857-01-29

- Tramp.-A friend Of ours undertook th,s
Nfkk the feat Of '.fcotine" IL from Sc. inigoes to
GU villeEe, bat he did "a, succeed. TIE journey
near accomplished, he ''caved in" and was
conseblsa 20 accept tks aid Of horse-6esh for the
rssna;rdkr of hss iounsy.. His tramp has been
compared = he retreal from Moscow, hus the
people - S.. Inigass ere not Russisns. and The
comrsFissn i nj faslis. Eapoieon ereasias shs
Asps or a.. Aseiie soyassr msg b. vel sasush.
busfe hsxs one = bssi friends compared . a rses
shas fstd On train oil and taisw eandles--asser-i
10 i
St. Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1845-1863, 1857-01-29

F0ana Dead.-Jarrsi, a negro nan belong
ing TO Mr. Il. Dens, Of she Factory district, wss
foand dead last week near ths house Of wm. II.
Some. He wss, ~s earn, negro Of inssmrers:s
habits. - $50 81 e
St. Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1845-1863, 1857-01-29

.NOTJCE.-AIA. p"r>ons indebted TO the
Undersigned Un Store Account are respectful
II requested 10 ss,,ls the saline hy cash nn,.
or DRAFT. SP.iLDLNrG f. DfrR.AN.T
jaw. Let, 1857.
lea. Slh. 1867.
St. Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1845-1863, 1857-01-29
NOTICE

HvHE Co-paHnershsp hevescsess e1szsF,~
u b~twren thelEndeIs;gsed in the Bl.ACE.
SMITH BUSINESS has brsu dissolved nv
mutual consent. AL prrsons inslehsed N Tho
!asr 6rm. are reqU~ste,F IN come forward and
settle without delay. or the accounts w m \.
placed m 40 offics1's hands for COLLECTION.
J. 4. JAER0E.
fas J. T. JARBtE.
Leonard Town, I'D.
Jan. I5sh, 1857. ny
St. Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1845-1863, 1857-01-29

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q HaRLE fit j. VIII ~
made: "a or Is ypsrs " age: i.~t Csg.
z or 2 inches hsgh; vgfy blaeAaand -
has father sharp ieyiures. have -
ms ssoub, he 10 passing himsrif cfr sz@P
Is zsfrres hoy. wia give the &ewSAN
ahore inward 20 his spriel.s n.;,,r, 10 hrersh
:lssns to me, OF s'rrsset In Jail. so ihs, ne
hins. -
W. o. FEEDER.
Near Oskville p. o.
Nov. 2Csh. Ies6--si.