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Mariposa Democrat., 1857-09-24

DUEL AT SrocKToN.-The Stockton Argus gives
an account of a duel that came off few miles from
that city, on the 18th inst, between Mr.. C. NJ. Blair
and Col. Casey both Of Merced county bitter ami
mostly has for some time past, existed between the
parties, growing out of rivalry in the effort TO OBJ
tain the hand of a Miss l., a young lady of pre-
possessing personal appearance and accomplishments,
at present residing with her father on the Stanslaus
Mr.. Blair and Col Casey met in the bar-room of the
Weber House, on Monday morning, each accompanied
by friends where conversation ensued between them
at first, apparently, in friendly manner but Blair,
becoming vexed at the Indifference which his rival
assumed, made some severe charges which Casey de-
nounced as false, and at the same time rising from
his seat struck Blair blow with his fist Casey
drew his revolver but prevented from using by
persons present. Blair, being unarmed, stpped back,
but pursued by Casey who dealt him another Sc
blow upon the face. The friends of the parties
however, succeeded in preventing bloodshed. and
restoring order; shortly after which, arrangements
were made for a settlement of the difficulty by other
means. Yesterday morning fixed as the time Of
meeting, at place three miles from the city, where
the parties met at about daylight, accompanied by
seconds and few spectators. The ground was mea-
sured, distance of ten PAGES, and the word being
given, shots exchanged. On the first fire, each
party missed his aim. The second shot took effect
upon Casey, causing slight flesh wound. Upon at
tempting the third shot the cylinder upon Casey's
pistol refused to revolve in consequence Of ex-
ploded cap lodging upon the tube. Firing was then
discontinued for about ten minutes, during which
time the weapons Colts six-shooters,) were reload
ed in every chamber, and firing was again resumed
Each party exchanged six shots in quick succession
(without the "word," y three Of which took effect
upon Casey, while Blair escaped without injury The
most dangerous wound received by Casey, was shot
which entered the peritoneum or abdominal lining
ball alsi passed through the abdominal muscles
Notwithstanding the wounds received by Col Casey
it is said that he exhibited apparent unconcern
throughout the firing. He brought into the city
by his friends, and is at present at the Magnolia
House. Blair, might have been expected, has
made his escape, probably to await the result Of
Casey's wounds.
The Republican says that Col. Casey died wednes
day afternoon, 18th inst, having fingered in great
pain since receiving the wounds carly Tuesday morn
ing Deceased was from Hi, kman county, Tennessee
where his mother and other members of his family
are now living. His funeral took place at 10 O'Clock
Thursday morning, from the Magnolia Hotel.
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-09-24

The STATE DEBT.-The entire returns not
having been received, as yet, we are unable to
give the full vote upon this important question,
but sufficient returns have been made to show
a large majority in favor of its payment. This
is exceedingly gratifyin 1t is a declaration
from the people of the State of California, that
though the officers elected by them had un-
lawfully contracted heavy debt, yet, as a
great portion of il had been used for the sup
port of the government instituted by them
selves, and as by their own inaction heretofore
they in fact tactly acqucseed in its accumu-
lation the stain of reputation shall never at
tach to the State Of their adoption.
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-09-24

THE TEHUASTEPEc RourE-The New Orleans Del
Ia thinks that the difficulties and perplextes which
so long encumbered the enterprise Of constructing a
wagon road and railway over the Isthmus of Tehuan
tepec at end. The interests of all parties con
cerned have been consolidated and the new company
have obtained charter. Provision has been made "a
procure from the governments of the United States
and Mexico a recognition by them of the consolida
ted grant, in such way to protect the rights and
interests Of the new company Thus the Tehuante-
pee project appears to be fairly within grasp. line
of stages will, it is expected, be in operation this
month on the Isthmus and steamers are in readiness
on the Atlantic and Pacific Let the good work pro-
ceed
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-09-24

AMENDING THE CoNsTITUToN.-This meas
ure was defeated at the late election. The
San Francisco Herald says: the total vote or
the question, so far as heard, is 25,337 o
which 18,400 were cast for the Convention
and 6037 against it. Under the present Con
sttuton, majority of all the votes cast al
any election is necessary to authorize the call
ing of Constitutional Convention. The total
vote of the State will be about 90,000-and tc
carry the measure, therefore, over $4,000
votes should be cast for il.
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-09-24

GRAND JURIEs IN ESGLAND.-The prospective fate
of the Grand Jury system in England may be gath
cred from the following intelligence from that coun-
try: proposition to do away with Grand Juries, so
far at least as London is concerned, is now before
Parliament, and receives the support of Government
A motion intended to defeat the bill was rejected by
large majority. That able lawyer, Sir F. Shesiger,
defended the BILL and referred to the repeated repre-
sentations Of Grand Juries themselves to the effect
that they were not only unnecessary but absolutely
an obstruction to justice.
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-09-24

The ARrEsIAS WELL AT SrocKToN.-This
well has reached the great depth of nine hun
dred and twenty-three feet At this depth,
says the Republican, was struck stream Of
clear, pure, soft water, which, on Withdrawing
the augur, was found to discharge between
four and five hundred gallons per minute and
rising to the hight of four feet above the city
grade. The temperature is 76', and the vol
ume is quite sufficient TO supply the city. The
Commissioners have determined however, to
sink the well still deeper, with the confident
expectation of striking a stream of greater
head.
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-09-24

MORE ABOUT THE Mint On Saturday last,
the Grand jury in the U. s. Circuit Court, in
San Francisco, presented an indictment against
Augustn Iaraszthy for embezzling gold to the
amount Of $l5l $50 from the U. S. Branch
Mint. After the presentment of this bill, Mr..
Haraszthy was arrested and appeared before
Judge McAllister, of the U. S. Circuit Court,
on application for bail Mr.. Stanly as counsel
for Mr.. Haraszthy, said that Mr.. H. had al.
ready conveyed to the United States sufficient
property to meet any deficiency which might
be found in bis accounts The Court fixed
the bail at $4,000, which was Immediately
given and the accused released from custody.
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-09-24
To the Patrons of the MaripOsa Democrat.

As change has taken place in the owner
ship of the press, type, printing material and
fixtures of the office of the MARIPosA DEMO
Graf, it may not, perhaps, be inappropriate to
make a few remarks upon retiring from the
editorship of this paper. Messrs. DAVIS &
GODFREY, now editors and proprietors of this
journal, are practical printers, possess excel
lent business capacity. and are worthy, indus
trious and intelligent, and considsr il a most
fortunate circumstance, that the paper has
fallen into the possession and under the con-
troll of two such competent gentlemen. That
they will give ample satisfaction there can be no
doubt and it is to be hoped that they will re-
eeve a support and patronage worthy of their
zeal, industry and ability.
That may have given offence TO many of
our friends and the patrons of the paper dur
ing the last political battle may be, but then
spoke without malice, as did without any in.
tenton of personally offending. Errors of
judgment and the abuse Of language are but
ordinary faults in any one having often to
think without guide and to write without n
subject, and acknowledge that form no ex-
cepton to the rule. have endeavored, so far
as my humble abilities would permit and the
available means at my command would enable
me, to make known our mineral wealth and
TO advocate the principles Of the Democratic
party. What I have written remains on
record, and by ii | am willing to be judged
Since my connection with the paper, have
struggled unremittngly for its prosperity, and
through the kindness and assistance of my in
dnlgent friends the DEMocRAT passes into the
possession and under the control Of more ca
pable and less Objectionable owners. Had not
other circumstances rendered change neccs-
sary. the principle involved in a political point
of view, pending the late contest for county
offices, and the result attendant upon It, too
clearly marked out the course any one in my
situation should pursue, for me to hesitate for
moment in regard to my duty to my friends
and the friends of the paper.
To those who have ever so kindly supported
me, now tender my most sincere thanks,
and can only say, that though retiring from
public notice, shall remain in the county,
and hope, in connection with many of them,
to assist in the development of the mining re-
sources by which we are encircled.
WARREN BAER.
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-09-24

ASSASSINATION OF THE BRITIsH MINISTER AT LIMA
The British Minister at Lima murdered in that
city the 18th August, by six Peruvans who entered
his house while he dining fired at him three times
one of the shots proving fatal.
The cause of the murder Is said to be that Mr.. Sui
livan attended ball given by of the leading fam
lilies Of Lima accompanied by well-known prosti-
tute, who had for some time been his mistress. On
being demonstrated with, he is said to have replied
that she good as any woman present or in Ii
ma and that they were all a set of prostitutes.
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-09-24

AMusEMENTs AT STocKTos-The Argus says that
during the State Fair at Stockton, q bull and bear
fight will be had upon the course near the town.
There appears to be a determination manifested to
let everybody see everything during the holding Of
the Agricultural Fair there. No visitor during that
time will have occasion to complain that lie did not
have opportunity to suit his taste whatever that
taste may be in the line Of amusements.
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-09-24

The SAN Francisco FAIR.-On Saturday last
the Mechanics Fair was for the benefit of the
Protestant and Catholic Orphan Asylums, the
proceeds being about $l250. On the same
day, the Managers paid out 800 of their in.
debtedness, and had little over suficiency
on hand to pay every debt against the build
ing, estimated to be about enough to pay ex-
penses this week. The Fair will close on Sat
urday, Goth inst
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-09-24
II o r. N l Il O s.:
THURSDAY MORNING.
SEPT. "a

ps5- Messrs DAVIS & GODFREY, having purchased the
entire materials fixtures and accounts Of the MAHPosA
DEMocRar alone through their appointed agents,
authorized receive the due the Office and
responsible only for the Indebtedness of the Office since its
removal to this place. WARREN BAER.
IIornitos, Sept 10Th, 1851
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-09-24

DISCUSSED MoRMoNs We learn that large
number of Mormons are leaving Utah for the
States. They express themselves very much
disguised with Zion, as the saints blasphe-
mously term the licentous city of Salt Lake
A company of four or five hundred men pro
posed leaving Salt Lake this spring, who are
probably en- route for civilization by this time.
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-09-24

CURIOUS ELECTION Casa TIE OF THREE.-The
Supervisors of Sonoma county, says the Bulletin, who
met at Santa Rosa to acertan and declare the county
election returns, have discovered that the three can
didates for Sheriff had an equal number of votes in
their favor The candidates were Woods, Democrat
c,) Siddons Peoples, and Green, Independent.
new election has been ordered for the 3Oth Septem
Der. 1t is probable that Woods will withdraw. Such
case as lie of three where the voters numLer seve
raj thousand is very rare.
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-09-24

GuBERNAToRrAL VoTE.-The returns com.
plete and incomplete, from all the counties
except San Luis Obispo received up to the
present time, sum up as follows Total
ss 1876 of which Weller has 49,sS1; Stanly,
1853; Bowie, 1862; Stanly over Bowie,
SCI; Weller over Bowie, 81, ,1s9; Weller over
Stanly, 3o,32o; combined opposition vote,
3s,245; Weller's clear majority of the whole
vote, II ,636.
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-09-24

CARSON yALLEY.-According to the orders from
the great ecclesiastical head of the Mormon Church
Brigham Young, TO forthwith repair to his assistance
at Salt Lake to repel the United States troops under
the command Of Gen arney, the Mormons are selling
off stock and ranches in Carson Valley and are pack
ing up for trip back to Salt Lake this fall. They
however deny that theyare going back at the bidding
of Brigham Young, for the purpose OF fighting the
United States troops.
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-09-24

THE UNITED STATES SENATE Trimmed by DEATH
There has been of late an unusual mortality in the
Senatorial body amounting almost to decimation.
Out of the fny-nine members of the Senate during
the last Congress- there being vacancies from Indi-
ana, Missouri and California; no less than five have
already passed away, viz Messrs. Clayton of Del
aware, Bell of New Hampshire Adams of Mississippi,
Butler of South Carolina, and Rusk of Texas. This
record s we believe, without parallel in the history
of the country.
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-09-24

THE SACRAMENTO BRIDGE BEGuN.- The first pile
of the bridge to the river, at Sacramento was
driven in by the pile-drver, on 18th September The
work is commenced the first pier on the Sacramen-
to side of the stream which, says the Bee is 1879 feet
from the eastern shore.
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-09-24

ExEcuTIoN.-Joseph Brady, the negro who was
convicted of the killing of another negro named
Jacob Bakeman, about lat February last at Auburn,
was hanged at that town, on 18th September, in
terms of his sentence. He seemed perfectly indier
ent to his fate and died without struggle.
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-09-24

THE NATIONAL TREAsuRy.-The receipts of the
Treasury Washington for the quarter end ng June
3Oth, were sll 1876 s9l, of which nearly $4,000 900
were from the CUSTOMS over 81 900 900 from the dis
posal of the public lands, and the remainder from
miscellaneous sources.
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-09-24

The undersigned have entered upon the dis.
charge of their duties as editors and propre.
tors of the MARPosA DEMOCRAT The arduous
nature of the undertaking at this time can be
properly appreciated only by those experienced
in similar enterprises We desire to make no
lengthy description of our future course, but
will promise faithful adherence to the adyo.
cacy of the interests of the county of Mariposa
and its people, and consistent polity appro-
pirate to the title our paper bears. A reform
having been found necessary in the course Of
this Journal we shall endeavor to effect it, and
are willing to be judged by our acts in the fri-
turc. Being practical printers, we will endca,
vor to lay our sheet before its patrons in a
style which will compare favorably with our
eotemporaries Knowing, from experience,
what will be expected of us, we will spare no
effort to make the MARIPosA DEMocRAT accept
able to its patrons.
f8fI c. P. DAVIS,
WIN. GODFREY.
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-09-24

The RuMoR ABOUT THE U. S. TRoors.-There was
rumor prevalent last week in Sacramento that there
had been collision between the U. S. troops under
Gen. Harvey and the Mormons at Salt Lake, in which
the former was worsted. The mmor says the Globe
is simply ridiculous for the reason, as we are given to
understand from the East, that Gen. Harney's com
mand will not reach Salt Lake until the LIST of Nov.
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-09-24
a g e N T S .

JAMES NJ VAN DYKE corner Of Main and Fourth streets,
ariposa is authorized agent to receive subscriptions
Advertisements and job Work All orders left with him
will receive prompt attention.
THOMAS BOYCE, north east corner Washington and
Montgomery streets San Francisco Is duly authorized
agen, TO receive subscriptions and advertisements
T. NJ HESTON Express Rider between this place and
Kern River duly authorized to receive subscriptions, ad
yertisements and job Work.
~ MIR =. D. Tonn. Of Stockton is duly authorized
Agent to receive subscriptions and advertisements
MAI EIKNs, Of Lagrange, is authorized agent for
stanislaus County.
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-09-24
Indian Outrage. on the Plains.

party from Downievillc started on the 2Oth Au.
gust, for the Truckee Meadows At the lower cross
ing they met several emgrant trains that had been at
tackled by the Indians. Mr. Woods train from Ms
souri,, had been attacked, and Mr. W. put his wife and
child on a mule 70 save themselves. The child was
shot while in ts mothers arms the mother attempted
to escape back 10 the wagons, and shot down be-
fore she could reach them. Mr.. Woods was wounded
In the arm, and two brothers of Mr. Woods, in the
train, also wounded 1t well known that there
were white men, although painted to resemble Indians
in this band They took about 800 and three mules.
This same party met Holloways train at the lower
crossing Of the Trckec, where Holloway was killed.
Mrs. Holloway was shot through the breast and
scaped, but at last accounts she was in fair of re-
coyey The Indians who attacked the train are said
TO be Snakes"
Our Government should take some notice Of these
continued outragcs.
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-09-24

FoR THE EAsT.-rhe mail steamship J. L. Stephens
sailed from San Francisco, on Monday morning last,
for Panama. carrying 775 passengers and 81 os3 1893
in treasure.
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-09-24
RE-oPENING OF THE
FRANKLIN HOUSE.
MAIN STREET, MARIPosA.
JOHN E. ELDRTDGE !: =: PROPRIETOR.

TUE PROPRIETOR would to his friends and the
l. public generally that he has taken the above we'll
known Hotel and has reftted and reurnished II in style
becoming first class House.
The Stages from and TO Stockton arrive and this
Hotel tweeklv and Travellers will find II their advan-
age and convenience to here every accommodation
will be afforded to their wants
The accommodations Of this House. for Boarders in
ry respect inferior to in this part Of the country
The Table will always be furnished with the best that
the market Affords and the Rooms and Bedding kept in per
feet order. seplI-u
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-09-24

FUNERAL OF THE LATE CHIEF JUsTIcE.-The
funeral obsequies of the late Hon. Hugh c.
Murray took place at Sacramento last Saturday
afternoon. The funeral was attended by the
Masonic Lodges, the Pioneer Association, the
Military and Fire Companies, the members Of
the Bar, the Common Council, and a large
concourse of citizens. AT meeting of the
members of the bar in Sacramento a number
of resolutions were adopted expressing the
deepest regret at the sad event, and also bes-
towing the highest encomiums on the ability
of the deceased.
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-09-24
NOTICE,

THE MAIL win close this Office for the Atlantic
States and Europe, FRIDAY Oct. I'd at O'Clock
W. G. GOSS, P. NJ
IioRNuos, Sept "a 1857.
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-09-24
For sale.

rINHE HOUSE AND LOT NOW OCCUPIED AS A DRINKING
Saloon and Restaurant situated door the office
Of the Marposa Democrat and formerly occupied by Adam
Yates For further particulars Enquire OF Mr. inneback
err at Wells Fargo Co. Express or ADAM YATES.
Hornos, July 2S 1887. jy23N
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-09-24
STATE FAIR.
c. p. DAVIS,
WIN. GODFREY,

The State Fair, to be held at Stockton, COM
mencing Tuesday next, promises to be more
entertaining than either of those held in the
two past years. From our county, we hear
daily of parties who intend visiting the Fair,
numbers of whom will take contributions for
exhibition, and we can promise large dele
CATION. The Stockton Argus states that the
Executive Committee have named Thursday,
Oct. 1st, at 10 o'clock, as the time for the per-
formance of the fire engines, in their trial of
strength. The Executive Committee have la
bored diligently to render everything agree
able and comfortable for visitors and they will
be reqnited by the large attendance.
The Executive Committee have finished two
immense stables for the accommodation Of
stock during the Fair, at the race track. They
are four hundred feet long, containing three
hundred stalls. There is large space be-
tween the stables for the accommodation Of
other stock In the centre of the space is a
well Of fine water, to be conveyed in pipes to
the different parts Of the grounds and stables.
We remark in the programme, that clergy
men, editors, and delegates from Agricultural
Societies in other States, will be presented with
Complimentary Card Of admission, on appli-
cation at the Secrctary's office.
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-09-24
ASIaa Eric 9r wory
f O r. S A l. E!

THIS BREWERY, AT Aqua FRO, MARIPOSA COUNTY,
is now For Sale For further particulars apply to the
subscriber on the premises at Aqua Frio
juy2f WILLIAM BUCHENAU.
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-09-24

~ The majority in Placer county, for
paying the debt, is 21S7. The counties o
IIumbolt, Monterey. Santa Clara and Los
Angeles are reported as having given MAORI
ties in favor of reputation.
Mariposa Democrat., 1857-09-24

AZ Mariposa Lodge, No. "a, f. and A. NJ.
H1 REGULAR MEETINGs-The last Saturday be.
&@{NA fore each full moon. SPECIAL Meetings second
Saturday thereafter. JOHN n. MOORE sec'y.
The Cadiz Democratic sentinel. [volume] (Cadiz, Ohio) 1854-1864, 1857-07-16
S. FERGUSON,
Confectionery and Variety Store

OPPOSITE THE PUBLIC BUILDINGS.
CadlX, Chic.
@ FERG USON respectfully intums his friends
% tat he has commenced business IN the build
ing directly opposite the Public Buildings, where he
offers tor sale large and well selected assortment o
coNFkCTIoNAKIEs, &c, among which may be
found the following;
Common and fancy Vundies of all kinds,
Almonds, tilberts, ream and Pea Nuts,
Raisins, Figs, Dates, French urrants,
Sugar, Soda, Butter and Water Crackers,
Western Reserve and EnglishNheese,
Ground and Bark Cinnamon,
Pepper, Ginger, Alspice and Starch,
Fine and Common Cigars, Tobacco and Snuff,
Pulverized White Sugar,
Assorted Pickles and Pepper Sauce,
Combs, Porte Monies, and Pen Knives,
Visiting Cards and Envelopes,
Watch Chains, Keys and Guards,
A fine lot OF Common Jewelry,
TOYS of all descriptions,
% As he intends to sell cheap, he hopes HI.
friends and the public generally will favor him witt
their patronage.
% Country ConGectionaries can be supplied 81 lis
establishment on the very best terms.