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San Andreas independent., 1857-02-14
LETTER FROM DOUGLASS FLAT.
DOUGLASS FLAT. Feb. 9th. '57.

DOUGLASS FLAT, FEB. 9Th, 0I.
Mr.. EDITOR AS you have never
given detailed account Of Douglass Flat
and its resources, you may probably find
enough to be of interest to your readers,
In this letter, to give it place in your pa
per.
We have now in this Camp four stores,
all doing a fair business. Also, two
Billiard Saloons and bar rooms, one cabi-
net-maker and carpenter shop, and two
blacksmith shops. There are now in sue
cessful operation four tunnels. The
Southwestern tunnel has been paying
very largely for about four years, and still
continues to pay 1t is owned by some
twelve or fourteen persons, and each mem
Der of the company has realized hand
some fortune from it, The Ohio tunnel
has been paying for five years, and bids
fair to continue for the same period of
time hence The Central tunnel was
opened about a year ago. Since that
time it has, probably, yielded richer dirt
than has ever been taken out of any other
claim in the place After the dirt is taken
out, three men have washed out from
forty to seventy ounces per day. There are
quite number of claims here that pay
from the surface to the depth of from
twenty to sixty feet, which are, probably,
the best claims in the place, as there is not
the expense attending their being worked
that there is in tunnel claims. In one of
these, belonging to Messrs. Fowle, Gillitt
& Holmes, they struck very large vein
of water, at depth of about twenty-five
feet. They have erected an engine to
pump the water out, and use it to wash
the dirt from their claim On the Lone
Star claim, the owners have been piline
up dirt all through the dry season of las
year, which they are now engaged in wash
ing. They will realize from it, from $40,
900 to $4,000. The surface digcings
here are not very extensive, although there
are a few good claims
We have a church and school house
here, and about forty families, with any
amount of children. This would be a
good recommendation to school morms
and not the only one.
| remain very respectfully yours, p
San Andreas independent., 1857-02-14
Respectfully Yours,

The FIDDLETowN ROBBERY. - The
sum of $4,000, stolen from the safe of
Wells Fargo & Co., has been recovered
1t appears that the population of the town
become greatly excited upon hearing of the
robbery, and, seizing two suspected men,
tortured them to extort confession.-
They, however, protested their innocence,
and were finally released. The commu-
nifty then caught another man, named Step
perfeld, and would probably have pun
ished him had he not been rescued.
1t appears that the safe was in the Uni
ted States Hotel, a public house in Fid-
dletown, kept by Jerry Kendall. On
Friday night last, a man called Joe, who
sleeps in room in the hotel, adjoining
the one in which the safe was, was ava
kened by his dog, and observed brother
of Jerry Kendall, open the safe and hand
it over the counter to two other persons.
This Kendall, who is Justice of the Peace
of the township, was subsequently arrested.
Stepperfeld is supposed to be one of the
persons to whom Kendall handed the
money over the counter. The money was
recovered from place behind the house
where it had been hidden.
Such, as nearly as can be ascertained.
is about the state of the case but as great
excitement on the subject exists, it is pos
siblc that some circumstance may be dis
torted or exaggerated. ed.-Erening Bulletin.
San Andreas independent., 1857-02-14
LETTER FROM MMOKELUMNE HILL,

MoKELUMNE HILL, Feb. II, 81.
Mr.. EDITOR Our town has been tolerably
well crowded during the last week. The Dis
trict Court and the Board of Supervisors have
been in Session.
In the District Court, many cases Of consid-
erable Importance have been determined, both
civil and criminal. In the case of the people rs,
John Smith, indicted for murder, the Jury
brought in verdict of mot guilty"-but be-
fore poor Jack had enjoyed his liberty long
enough to realize the benign influence of glass
of brandy, the Sheriff again incarcerated him
upon a commitment for some offense
Santiago Diaz, indicted for murder, was
also acquitted-and he again enjoys the bless
ings of liberty.
The case of the People Us. VIM Fickle, is
continued over on the request of the District
Attorney. | believe one of the witnesses on
the part of the State, has gone to parts un-
known.
S. L. Magee, presented by the Grand Jury,
for willful neglect of duty, was acquitted Va
rious opinions are afoat in regard to the guilt
of Mr.. Magee, but the verdict of the Jury has
put quietus to the proceeding in the case
These, believe, are all the criminal proceed
ings before the Court. have not been able to
keep run of all the civil cases.
Those of which most notice has been taken
werc-frst, the two suits instituted by w. J.
Gatewood, to remove the County Treasurer
from his office. In both cases the Defendant
filed his demurrer-and the Court sustained
each demurrer.
In the case of Hughes rs. The Table Noun
tain Water Company, the plaintiffs recovered
only Sl43-not enough to cover costs-on the
ground that they failed to introduce evidence
to show that the Water Company collected sufi-
clent money to pay the Company Warrants
The suit was instituted to recover about S5 900.
An attachment against S. L. Magee. was is
sued by the Court, for refusing to obey the in
junction against him. 1t was afterwards with
drawn
The Court holds N. L. Broughton, in con-
tempt, for issuing the Warrants l spoke of in
ny last letter l can form no conjecture as to
San Andreas independent., 1857-02-14

sonic Hall, which is in Don Carlos brick
block, and is a neat, safe and well ar
ranged Hall. There is nothing to prevent
this Lodge from aourishing in this camp.
Many good and true men are here, and
judging by the Masonic Fraternity, and
those who were admitted as Odd Fellows,
t is of this class that both Orders are COM
posed. The banding together of men for
mutual counsel, the relief of distress, and
the elevation of human character, is .
movement that may anywhere be hailed as
good, and especially in California. May
the good work continue till all are broth
ers indeed.
Respectfully Yours, ***
San Andreas independent., 1857-02-14

+. 4. COHEN SHOT BY THos S. KIyG.-On
Wednesday evening last, says the Bulletin, as
Mr.. Thos. S. King was crossing Dupont on
Washington street, he was attacked by Freder-
ick A. Cohen, who struck him heavy blow on
the head with loaded cane King then drew
derringer and shot Cohen under the chin,
slightly woundng him. Both parties were ar
rested, and Cohen gave bail in the sum of
81 900.
San Andreas independent., 1857-02-14
LETTER FROM MURPHYs.
MnRpHY's. Feb. 7th. 1851.

MURPHY's, Feb. 7th, 1857.
Mr.. EDITOR Under very flattering
prospects, Big Tree Lodge No. 6s, |. O.
@. F., was instituted at this placs, on Fri
day, Feb. 9th, by D. D. Grand Master,
NJ. c. Ferguson of Mokelumne Hill, as
sisted by Brothers from MokeluEr ne Lodge
No. A, and Hope Lodge No. 80. The
Charter members and Officers fer present
term, are B. Rasberry, ?. CT Wm. G.
Crispin, N. G.; Nelson Rodgers, v G.;
Geo. P. Crocker, Sec; Jams Castillo,
Treasurer. Several we're made Odd Eel
lows by initiation, and others admitted BY
card. They meet, at present, in the Ma
San Andreas independent., 1857-02-14

FIRE. = About 8 o'clock on Sunday
morning last, small frame building on
Court street, West of the Post-ofice, was
discovered to be on fire; which, together
with an an adjoining tenement, was con-
sumed The water from the Union Ditch
was let through the streets, and as the morn
ing was calm, but little difficulty was ex-
perienced in extinguishing the fire, To
prevent the spreading of the flames one
small frame building was torn down. 1t
is supposed the house was set On fire
Loss about $500.
San Andreas independent., 1857-02-14

BALL AT SOUTH FoRK.-Mark NJ
Nicholas, Esq, on the 7th of March, gives
Ball at his residence, on the South Fork
of the Calaveras Those who attended the
Third Crossing Ball, must remember the
gallant array of visitors there assembled,
from the vicinity Of the South Fork, prom
inent among them were the managers of
the Ball to come of on the 7th of March.
Those who know Mr. Mark M'Nicholas,
will not require the assurance from us that
everything will be in ample order. See
his advertisement in another column
San Andreas independent., 1857-02-14

STATE UNIvERsITY.-Happy Valley, near San
Francisco, is the site selected by Dr. Bushnell
for the location of the State University. 1t is
estimated that the lowest cost of the necessary
dollars.
San Andreas independent., 1857-02-14

Bsy- The debate in the Senate on the
passage of an "Act to protect growing
crops in the mineral regions, and supple
mentary to the Act of April 25th, 1855, !"
will be found on the first page of to-day's
paper.
San Andreas independent., 1857-02-14

Sr. PATRIcKs DAY DINNER.-We understand
that Mr.. c. Tomey and others contemplate get
ting up splendid dinner on ST. Patrick's day
the ] 9TH day of March. An Grafton will be de-
livered on that occasion-the festivities to con-
clude with Soiree in the evening. Arrange
ments on an extensive scale, for a general turn
out, will be made; and as the object is to real
ize handsome sum for charitable purposes,
and to have pleasant holiday, doubtless every
body will prepare and hold themselves in read
iness for the good time coming
San Andreas independent., 1857-02-14
sTRAYEEs OR sTOLEy.

A AN OR ABOUT the 9th inst. BAY HORSE
" strayed or was stolen from the prem n
ises of the subscriber, on the Calavcras <1c2N
River, between Grcasertown and Latimcr's-
The animal may be recognized by the following
brands and marks On the near shoulder. the
letters 0. K. will be found, and Immediately un-
der them, figures %; on the right shoulder and
hip three links, and on the left hip brand re-
sembling double spade, and has white spot
on the forehead. A reward of $50 will be paid
on the delivery of the horse to the owner.
HENRY FOGELGESANG.
feoruary l4th, 1857. feb l4-3tA
San Andreas independent., 1857-02-14

The ExPREssEs.-To Messrs Chas Favile Of
the Pacific and Joseph Knight, of Wells, Fargo
l. Co., we return our hearty thanks for favors
during the week.
San Andreas independent., 1857-02-14

A VALUABLE ADDIrIoN.-The n. York Herald
announces that Billy Mulligan has joined Walk
ers Army, having sailed from New York on the
Tennessee, December oath. No wonder the
steamer broke down. Billy is villaiuous enough
to sink an entire fleet.
San Andreas independent., 1857-02-14
ESTRAY NOTICE.

VEVHE SUBSCRIBER took up at North Branch.
Il small BROWN MULE, on or
about the 3lst of January last No 'A
marks are visible The owner is re- x.X.N.
quested to come forward, prove property, pay
charges and take the same away, or it will be
disposed of as the law directs.
feb l4-3t r. Fl. FISH
San Andreas independent., 1857-02-14

PUB. Doc.-Hons. E. T. Beatty and Geo. L.
Shuler of the Assembly, will accept our thanks
for copies of the Report of the Controller of
State, &c.
San Andreas independent., 1857-02-14
NOTICE.

vGSlE undersigned having completed arrange
u ments with his Correspondent in Wash
lngton, D. c., is now ready to procure Bounty
Land Warrants. granted by an Act of Con-
gress. passed March Sd, 1855, giving land n CO.
acres to all connected with the Army or Narv
OF the United States, in any of the wars in
which the United States have been engaged
Also, State Troops, whose services have been
paid by the United States.
BeA- Information given gratis.
DeA-No charge, If said warrants are not OBJ
tanned. r. THOMPSON. J.
Bsap Office, Centre street, next door to Stur-
ges' Stone Building Mok. HILL feb Z, '57-tf
San Andreas independent., 1857-02-14

UNION WATER COMPANY. - At the
Annual Meetingof the Stockholders of the
Union Water Company, held at Murphy s
on the 26th of January, 1857, the follow
ing officers were elected for the ensuing
year:
John G. Scribacr, President; VIM.
Jones, S. B. Stevens, D. D. Demerest,
John Delate, and John c. Scribner, Trus-
tees; Riley Senter, Secretary and Treas
urer.
San Andreas independent., 1857-02-14

ACCIDENT AT BENsoN's s MILL.-One
day last week as Mr.. Anderson Benson
was in the act of stopping the circular saw
of his Mill, the stick which he was hold
ing against the saw to stop it by friction,
slipped over the edge of the saw, and his
arm struck on the teeth in two places,
taking out two large pieces of flesh, and
severely mutilating the arm.
San Andreas independent., 1857-02-14

SPRING VALLEY House BALL.-On
Friday the the Goth inst, the Washing
toms Birth Day Ball, given by Mr. and
Mrs. Briant of the Spring Valley House
takes place. This is the next ball on the
list of the series, and those wishing to en-
joy good feasting and good dancing, should
not fail to attend The friends of Mr..
and Mrs. B. should also remember that
Washington's Birth Day comes but once a
year, and at this anniversary Ball is given
at the Spring Valley House, seven miles
West of San Andreas.
San Andreas independent., 1857-02-14

NEW CHURcu.-We understand that
the contract for the building of Catholic
Church (frame) has been awarded to Messrs.
Scott & Sheehan. In size it is to be SO
by 56, and will cost when completed some
$4,000 If erected in accordance with the
plans and specifications we have seen, it
will be a handsome edi6ce and an orna-
ment to the town.
San Andreas independent., 1857-02-14
n em 4 npfrtisements.

O. G. G. A G. E.
Sign and Ornamental Painter,
ELDORAD0 STREET, STOCKTON.
A Ii ORD ERS FROM THE COUNTRY
"a promptly filled. Paints, Oil and Glass
at the cheapest market rates. feb l4-6mx
San Andreas independent., 1857-02-14
D1. Batee' letter OF Resignation
STATE OF CALIFORNIA. \
TREASURY DEPARTMENT.
SAcRAxEaTo, Feb. 18th, 1857.

To the Gorernor of the State of California:
/ submit to you herewith my resignation of
the Office of Treasurer of the State of CAL
ifornia to take effect Immediately A few days
since, promised the District Court to respond
to the proceedings instituted therein. for the
increase of my official bond on the ground that
could give such bond as might be needed or
demanded by the Court
Subsequent inquiries and exertions on nv
part have convinced me, that in the present
state Of public feeling, cannot, without greater
sacrlhces than am able to endure, obtain
bonds, with sufficient suretes, in the penalty
required
l, therefore, most respectfully tender you my
resignation as aforesaid, and leave the yindica-
ton OF my character and course to the impair
tal judgment of the future.
Respectfully, your obt. servant,
HENRY BATES, State Treasurer.
The resignation, says the Sacramento Union,
was unexpected, and will be considered equiva-
lent to plea of guilty as charged, without ex-
planning whether he was placed in that position
by his own acts, or by the acts of those in whom
he had placed an unlimited confidence
The resignation was accepted, and the keys
of the Treasury were placed in the hands of
the Governor, who rendered them to Mr. Wat
kins, chairman of the committee appointed by
the House to count the money in the Treasury
who declined accepting them. 1t was subse-
quently concluded that the Governor should re-
tain the keys of the vault, while Mr. Watkins
took possession of those of the Office. The va
cant position of Treasurer was rendered to
James L. English ex-Mayor of Sacramento.
San Andreas independent., 1857-02-14
INAUGURATION BALL AT UPPER Cal

INAUGURATION BALL AT UPPER CAL
AvERITAs.-Mr. and Mrs. Sharp give a
Social Ball at their Hotel, in Upper Cal
averitas, on Wednesday Evening, the 4th
day of March, in honor of the Inaugura-
ton Of the new President elect. The
dancing hall will be enlarged for the oc-
casion, and every facility furnished that
can be thought of, to accommodate the
guests on that occasion. We bespeak for
the Ball numerous attendance, as the
ladies of Upper Calaveritas, all dance, and
arc the very soul of wit and beauty.
Oroville daily Butte record., 1857-01-09
Extension Forever!

Owing to the immense business done by the under>
signed they have found it necessary 10 open another
BRANCH in Orove. and have located 1t nearly OPP
posite the Orleans Hotel, and directly opposite the
Miners Bakery. on Montgomery street, where they
opening and offer for sale, AS fine steck of
Clothing, Boots and shoes, Hats, Caps, and ns good
IA stock of Under Clothing us can be found in their
well known establishment To the Miners and resi-
dents of Thompsons Flat Morris Rasine, Oregon
Gulch and City, and everybody, with their friends,
we would simply say, drop in and see US at the
Branch, examine onr stock, you have both the right
quantity aud quality to select FROM clohe your
selves comfortably, 90 on your way rejoicing and II
our goods don't give you satisfaction, our names are
not ID. TOY vi EkeoN,
Montgomery street. opposite st. Nicholas, and
Branch, opposite Miners bakery. DO
Oroville daily Butte record., 1857-01-09

MYsTERIoUs.--A tidily dressed Mongolian
brought us an Offering of cake and wine yes
terday, but like the mutes who do the chores
for turband Turks and the like O. that, he
couldn'. tell us whonce it came, (but if he
had remained with us awhile he might have
seen whittier it went,) but we took Dit, lest
by refusing we should injsre the feelings of
some fair unknown, and stratway demol-
ished the generous gifts, much to the graft.
fcation of our inner man. The following
note, almost as mysterious as the Junius
letters was contained in the wrapper that
covered the cake:
EDIToRs OF THE RECoRD-Dear Sirs You
have our kindest regards and best wishes for
your notice of our marriage, which appeared
in the Record few days since. Please ac-
ccpt the accompanying small token of our
love and esteem for you Yours, &c
d. II. AND LADY.
d. H.-oome to think of it, stands for Da-
vid IIafey. OH y--- s! as Billy
Birch says Well David, If it's you,) may
you and your lady live forever.
Oroville daily Butte record., 1857-01-09

DR.. KANE-Dr. Kane has been received
with much favor in England. Mitchelrs
.Maratime Register, published in London,
concludes an article in relation to his servi-
ces as follows
"We quite agree in the justice and policy
of comforting public honor on deeds of high
enterprise. 1t is such men as DR.. Kane
modest, heroic, and skillful-whom a nation
delights to glorify; and if not citizen Of
this country, he might fairly be enrolled as
such, by having the freedom of the city Of
London conferred upon him. No man bet
ter deserves such an honor No man has
more skillfully conducted hazardous under
takings to a successful iss Ie, and few have
of late years added more important discov-
cries to our geographical stores of knowl-
edge. On the map of Arctic researches the
name of Kane will ever stand prominent in
connection with Franklin and Parry, Ross,
Colinson, Mcclure, Ingleheld, and the other
eminent explorers who have distinguished
themselves in the field of Arctic discovery.
and long may the two principal maratime
nations compete in such useul fields Of enter
prise, until the lands and ocean channels Of
the globe shall be accurately defined, for the
information Of science and the guidance of
mariners"
Oroville daily Butte record., 1857-01-09

ATTEMPT ED ROBBERY AND AMUSING RE-
sULT.-A ludicrous result TO an attempted
robbery in Columbia, is mentioned by the
Columbian. In occurred on New Years
night. at the office of Woodman & Co.'s lum-
Der yard, That paper says:
1t appears that some designing theft had
made his plans to break into the Office and
secure what money he could lay his hands
en-, with which intent, in the latter part of
the night, he bored several augur holes in
the door near the lock, and was about to
succeed in opening the door, when he was
fortunately heard by the two occupants of
the adjoining room, who at once jumped to
their feet and in the darkness ran into the
office. Each one Of these gentlemen, suppo-
sing the thief to be in the office was ready to
grab his man, which they did ! Clinched in
the fight, one of the assailants proved victo-
eious, downed his opponent and was " belt
ing" him right Justify, when fortunately he
ascertained that he had bis grip on the throat
of his own partner! They had each caught
their man, but the theft had made good his
escape.
Oroville daily Butte record., 1857-01-09

ing consequences, and friends have
lately gathered around the lifeless
form of him who but week before,
rejoiced in the fullness of vigorous
health. And yesterday another was
taken from us. One of our warmest
and best friends, Mr.. r. L. Patton,
TO- day follows to the grave, the last
remains of her for whom he would
gladly have laid down his own life,
the partner of his joys and sorrows,
and mother of his own lovely boy. A
fond mother, a loving wife, and a
true, firm friend to those whose quail
ties Of mind and heart she admired,
she leaves an aching void in her hus-
bands heart that years will not efface.
"But wherefore weep her machless spirit soars
Beyond where splendid shines the orb of dry;
And weeping angels lead her 10 those bowers
Where endless pleasures virtues deeds repay"
Oroville daily Butte record., 1857-01-09

THEArRE.-Miss Potter played Martha
Gibbs, in the drama entitled Gail that gilt
ters is not gold" to fair house We don't
admire this play, but such as it is the COM
pany made the best of it, and Miss Potter is
charming actress in whatever character
she undertakes. AS the Dutchess of Tore
nueva in " Faint heart never won fair lady"
Mis- Potter was extremely pleasing, and Mr..
Brown played Ruy Gomez right up to the
handle" The plays for tonight are the
Lady of Lyons" and "Blessed Baby"
Oroville daily Butte record., 1857-01-09
Miners & Families! !!

ID. TOY & OTTERSON again request the especial
after lion of all who wish TO ay in their winter Stock
of CLOTHING, BLANKETS, BOOTS and Woolen
Goods, to the magnificent assortment Of goods re-
ceived by them during the past ten days They are
now opening and offer for sale
200 fine and hervy Beaver and Petersham Oyercoa's,
Frocks and Sacks;
100 heavy Pilot Cloth Coats latest styles;
30 superb ''Raglan" Coats superior to any Talmas;
5 bales. SO pr in each, heavy gray Blankets;
, bales, 100 pr in ench fine heavy blue Blankets;
bale, 100 pr extra French super Super " whlte
Blankets;
80 doz. assorted Cashmere and Satt Pants, late
styles, besides magnificent assortment of Furnishing
Goods. Montgomery ST., Opposite st. Nicholas late
Iuntoon'. n7tf
Oroville daily Butte record., 1857-01-09
LEGIsLArIvE.-The Senate, on Tuesday
elected the following permanent officers;

elected the following permanent ofncers'
President pro tenn, Samuel IL. Dosh. OF
Shasta; Secretary, George ii. Evans, oil Iu-
olumne; Assistant Secretary, James III.
Ward, of Plumas Ssrgeant-at Arms, Alex.
Hunter. of Ell Dorado; Enrolling Clerk, j.
G. Shipman, of Alameda; Engrosslng Clerk,
George II. Webster, of San Joaquin; Door
keeper, John McClencby, of Tuolumne.
Father Gallagher, of San Francisco, was
elected Chaplain on the second ballot 10y
vote of Is to II.
Adjourned till | | o'clock, Wednesday
AssLMBLY.-The chief business transacted
was the election of officers, which proceeded
with but little excitement, and resulted as
follows;
Speaker, II. Beattie, of Calaveras; Chef
Clerk, W. Campbell, of the Sierra Democrat;
Assistant Clerk, j. w. Scoby, of Placer; Ser
geant-at. Arms c. Brown, of Nevada; En-
rolling Clerk, Richard Lambert, of Sonoma !;
Engrossing Clerk, Il. Harris, of Marin; /;
Doorkeeper, J. J. Frazier, of Iuba.
Mr. Beatte assumed his seat with brief
and appropriate speech
After adopting resolution for the election
of Chaplain on Wednesday, the Assembly
adjourned Etprtss.
Oroville daily Butte record., 1857-01-09

A CURIosITY.-The editor of the Solano
county Herald has seen most remarkable
curiosity in the shape of a " double biler !"
egg. 1t says "A gentleman of this city
informs us that he was lately shown lusus
nature. 1t was large hens egg, about the
size of that of a goose, which being broken,
disclosed another perfectly formed egg. Two
eggs, one contained within the other, and
both complete in all respects. Rather sin.
gular production.