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The weekly Columbian., 1857-01-31

SINGULAR PHENoMENoN.-We are in
formed, says. the San Joaquin Republican,
by gentleman. who was on a hunting
excursion on Friday morning last, that he
witnessed very singular phenomenon,
which he describes about as follows: He
was standing on the bank of one of the
little lakes which are found in the tules,
watching for ducks. All at once he heard
rustling in the water, resembling the
noise that would be made by animals
wading through shoal. His attention
being called to the popularity Of the
noise, he stood watching for few mo-
ments, when large swell came rolling
and dashing violently against the shores,
and in places running out over the plain
to the distance of several hundred yards.
The bank where our infol mant stood, was
covered by the swell to the depth of two
or three feet. The swell seemed to roll
northward, as though the centrifugal mo-
ton of the earth had momentarily ceased.
In short time the waters settled back
and again became placid. This phe-
nomenon occurred in the morning. about
the time the earthquake was felt in this
city.
The weekly Columbian., 1857-01-31
SAN FRANCISCO
Lager Beer Saloon.
M a in Sire e t, above State,
COLUMBIA.

TTNH E PROPRIETOR LOUIS HEYNE-
IL MAN of this popular establishment, re-
thanks TO his friends and customers for
their liberal patronage. and takes this method oil nforn-
ing them that he continues to keep the
Choicest imported Wines and Liquors
to be found in the San Francisco market, ris:
OLD BOURBON and SCOTCH WIIISkEY, very fine PONFY
BRANDY extra quality JAMAICA RUM ARRAC and
MADEIRA, old London Dock SHERRY and PORT
WINE, also great variety Of FRENCH CLAE-
EFT, WHITE WINE and R1NTSH WINES
The lovers of q good SEGAH aways find choice
variety to select FROM.
Columbia Nov. -, 1s56-2o-f
The weekly Columbian., 1857-01-31

The PLANET MERCURY.-A correspon-
dent of the Sacramento Union, says that
he had the pleasure on Thursday evening,
ofviewing the planet Mercury-an occur
renee SO rare that the celebrated astrone-
mer Copernicus, is said never to have
enjoyed it. II is the only bright star in
the western horizon, on direct line with
the planets Jupiter, Venus and Mars. and
can only be seen for short time after
sunset. Our clear nights, at this time,
are rich in astronomical developments,
the most brilliant consultations, the moon
and all the planets, visible to the naked
eye, being at once discernable.
The weekly Columbian., 1857-01-31

The Morning Gail says twenty-seven
female Celestials left San Francisco. on
Tuesday, for Sacramento. The Sacra-
mento american, in noticing their arrival
says: They expect to remain here du-
ring the winter, but we trust will be
starved out before long, as they are an
immortal pest to any community. 1t is
said they" Sabe Mellican, make law Leg
islator."
The weekly Columbian., 1857-01-31

1t is not our earnings but our saving:
that make US rich-as what we digest
makes us fat.
The weekly Columbian., 1857-01-31
IMPROVEMENT IN BLASTING Rocks

IMPROVEMENT IN BLASTING Rocks
A mode now adopted in blasting rocks
consists in placing the powder or charge
within tube or base, between two heads
provided with packing. and attached to
rod, by which arrangement the charge
is prevented from blowing out" or oh.
tain vent in the direction of the line Of
the hole in which the tube and chal ge
are placed. and the effect of the charge is
exerted against the sides of the tube OF
case. BY this method it is represented
that rocks may be blasted with mach
greater facility than by the ordinary
mode, no tamping or packing of clay
being necessary to confine the powder
within the hole
The weekly Columbian., 1857-01-31

Rev. Walter Cotton, author of " Ship
and Shore" has this very forcible illus
tration of the character of an officer..on
board the ship to which he was attached
as chaplain, who was always meddling
with other peoples business, and who
wa: :, seldom in his own place: 81 do
believe" said Jack. "that at the general
resurrection, the lieutenant will be found
getting out of somebody else's gravel,
The weekly Columbian., 1857-01-31
The EARTHQUAKE ON THE CoAsT.-A

IHE EARTHQUAKE ON THE COSTA
correspondent of the Bulletin. writing
from Los Angeles, says: GA severe
shock of an earthquake was felt here this
morning Jan. 9thl at half past eight
o'clock. The motion seemed to be east
and west. The oscillation of the earth
resenhled long swell of the seat lite
rally swayed backwards and forwards
like the rocking of waves, so that it was
with great difficulty one could stand up.
Articles hung overhead in houses, swung
to and fro like so many pendulums clocks
were stopped. The water in the river
and z0njas was turned back or ove,howed
the banks. The damage done to build
ings was slight, as the motions were long
and lateral, instead of sudden, violent and
vertical
Another correspondent, writing from
Monterey. says: GA smart shock of an
earthquake apparently wave coming
from the west and north, and making it's
line for the south and east-was felt at
Monterey about seven o'clock in the NOR
ming of Friday, the 9th inst. 1t shook
some of the oldest adobe buildings in the
town, but did no harm whatsoever to
things animate or inanimate."
The weekly Columbian., 1857-01-31

Col: Titus, of Kansas notoriety, arrived
at st. Louis on the 18th, en- route for N;c-
ssagua. with one hundred recruits for
Walker.
The weekly Columbian., 1857-01-31

HIeH WATER.-During the latter part
OF last week, Deer creek was higher than
we have noticed it for several years.-Ne-
cdda Democrat.
The weekly Columbian., 1857-01-31

Coop FOR SOMETHING, AFTER ALL
Having an abiding faith in the axiom that
nothing was created in vain, we have
long sought for some apology for the ex-
istence of those wretched little creatures
known as poodle dogs, and at last we
have found out their uses. A lady who
kept one of the curly denominations re-
Gently lost her pet, and called upon po-
liceman to find it. The next day the Of
ficer came with the dog, which was very
wet aud dirty. The lady was overjoyed,
and asked forty silly questions, among
others, Where did you find the dear
baby :" "Why, marm," replied the Off
Ger. " big niger up in Sullivan street
had him tied to a pole and was washing
windows with him.
The weekly Columbian., 1857-01-31
FERGUS0NsS SALOON.

FERGVS0NsS SAL69Mu
Main st, opposite the Post Office -. COLUMBIA.
- The travelling public are respectful.
f. ly informed that this establishment continues
k=nsI open for their accommodation. The are
I'LL large and airy and are fitted with the most ele
CANT furniture and bedding.
The S.lDaDun
Is the largest and most elegant apartment in the South
ern MinesThe fitting and decorations being upon scale
OF unusual richness and elegance. Two of Strahe Il
Bros magnificent
Slate Bed Billiard Tables
Are in this Saloon, and the BAL is stocked with the
It IN est HI N % ReS.
THE CELEBRATED
Jenny Lind Restaurant"
Is connected with this house, and those stopping
guson,s can order meals at any hour agreeable
them The best that the market always in
larder of the JENNY LIND.
ALI the Stages
Arrive at and start from Fergusons Saloon and the
tire recommends itself to citizens and stran
gers as the most agreeable and lively resort in the town.
No pains will be spared and nothing omitted to render
all those stopping at my house comfortable.
JeIl-u 7. G. FERGUSON
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LOGAN HOUSE.
CORPORAL JOHN KIEFFER

"IOULD respectfully inform his old friends
w and the travelling public shat he has leas-
ed the Logan House, Hollidaysburg, and is pre-
pared to entertain all who may favor him with
their patronage in unobjectionabe style.
The HOUSE has been newly furnished thro'-
out in style not surpassed by any establishment
in the interior Of the State. His TABLE will
always be supplied with all the substantals and
delcaces of the season, and attended by atten-
tive servants. In word, no pains will be spared
to make the Logan a first class house, and moth
ing will be left undone to render its guests COM
Portable and happy
The STABLES, which are extensive, will be
attended by honest and faithful hostlers
RESTAURANT.-Th basement is occupied
as a Restaurant, where meals will be served up
at all hours of the day. together with oysters,
wild game fish and all the deecacies and refresh
I ments of the season. JOHN KEEPER
June 4, IS56-32tf.
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ARCADE HaTEI.
ENRY FOSTER. PROPRIETOR,

-, II1--NItI I % IN -IIUIhfEIUK<
The subscriber would respectfully inform the
/ citizens Of Cambria county and the travelling
public generally, that he has leased for number
of years the above Hotel. and furnished II in a
manner equal, if not superior to many Hotels in
Western Pennsy lvania, and it being situated in
one OF the most business streets in Johnstown.
makes it desirable stopping place for business
men. The Bar viii he furnished with the best
liquors the Philadelphia Custom House can afford
Attached is large and commodious Saloon in
the basement story, where every dclicacy will le
served MP. Every attention will he paid To visit,
orS, HENRY FOSTER.
Johnstown, Sept 5, 1S56-tf
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KEW RLACK SMITH SHOP.

SE9HE subscriber would respectfully inform the
E citizens of Ebensburg and the vicinity that
he has rented the SMITH SHOP formerly occu-
pied by Michael NcCague, where he intends to
carry on the BLACKSMITHING in all its branch
es. Persons entrusting work to his care can rest
assured that it will be promptly attended to and
at moderate rates He would also, inform the
citizens that the business of HORSE SHOEING
will be superintended by himself personality
Owners of valuable horses will not be under the
necessity of sending their stock to neighboring
village, as his experience in this line is widely
known. ISAAC SINGER.
Ebensburg, April 0, 1856.
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TO THE EsIzAREHoI.DEas OF TT1r

SMALL FRY GIFT ENTERPRISE.
) lliE flattering success the proprictors If the
Small Fry Gift Enterprise = have met
WITH has enabled them to make such report tho
Committee, that said Committee have tbop,,bt
proper to meet in Altoona, on FR1paY. 18th of
October, 1886. to distribute the properly of the
Enterprise. when it is desired that as MANY mem
bers as can, will attend the distribution. As there
are yet few tickets unsod in the hands Of agents
they are requested to use a little cxerton to dis
pose of them. and make their returns as soon as
possible.
S. KRIGGER, M H. JOLLY.
A GREEN, j. SINK.
j. M'CAHEN. NJ D0UTY
J. MORR0N, W. VALENTINE
j. ID. HAMILTON, G. F. MCABE,
IL. ROBERTS.
Committee Room
Altoona, Aug. Is 1856.
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For the Ladfe:

The following conyersation we 1ovcrboo-5 \.
tween Mrs. Jones and her friend Mary. and as ID
IS no secret, we will divulge it Tor the benefit of
all our lady readers
Mrs. Jones'. Good morning Mary, where have
you been so early?''
Why I've been to John N. Kings Ladies'
Store To make a few purchases, but as he sells 50
cheap, bought full rig. Bonnet. Collar. Cloak.
sctt of Furs, Silk Dress, Corded Skirt. French
Corset, Gloves, Bracelet, Underyleeves. IIandker-
chief Bottle of Musk, Hair Oil, Soap. pair Of
SHOES and Stoekings.-su it to say, he keeps
tuti assortment of AdaiHary Goods, Dress Goods.
Ifimn,ngs, Hhite Goods. 8otions, Per7umevy,
ioys' SAoes, and Fancy Arttcaes in abundance
and every thing you can think of for Ladies. Mis-
scs and Chldren.'
Ihe last we wof Mrs Jones, she was 2,-ipg.
INTO JOHN NJ kINGss Fancy Store. next door 10
the Cambria House, Johnstown, Ia.
Feb. IL, IS5--.
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New Wholesale Drug Store
N.SpENCER Tr.o,yIs

NO. % SOUTH SECOND ST, PHILADELPHIA.
EXPORTER, Manufacturer, and Dealer in
Il Drugs, Medicines, Chemicals, Acids, Dye
Stufs, Paints, Oils. Colors, White Lead, French
and American White Zinc. Window Glass, Glass
ware, Varnishes, Brushes. Instruments. Ground
Spices, Whole Spices, and all other articles usu-
ally kept by Druggists, Including Borax, Indigo,
Glue, Shellac, Potash &c.
All orders by mail or otherwise promptly atten-
ded to. Country Merchants are invited to call
and examine our stock before purchasing else
where.
Goods sent to any of the Wharves or Railroad
Stations. Prices low and goods warranted.
March y, 1856.
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COACH MANUFACTORY.

1iHE subscriber would respectfully inform the
L citizens OF Ebensburg, and vicinity, that he
has removed his shop to MOORETOWN, where
he has every facility for carrying on large busi
ness. ana hopes by using none but the best mate
rlai, and employing none but the best workman.
he hopes to convince all who will do him the
favor to examine his work, that in point of dur
ability, appearance or cheapness, it cannot be
excelled by any similar establishment in the
state or elsewhere. Persons wishing bargain
III the purchase OF carriage, will con-
suit sy their own interests by giving him call
They are prepared to supply the following kinds
of vehicles, viz:
Buggies of different qualities and prices Bar
ouches, Chariottees, one and two horse rockayravs
close quarter elliptic and C-Spring Coaches; Sc,
cona1hand GTk OF different kinds, &c, making
Repairing done with neatness and despatch.
ROBERT GALBREATH.
SPIT Gao, '54. -
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GoOeHnaugfh Hotel

FHNHE subscriber wou respectfully inform his
X numerous friend and the public generally,
that he has erected .argc and cornmodous HO-
TEL at tCONEMAUGH STATION Cambria coun-
ty- The House is situated near the Pcnn'a r. II.
Every arrangement has been made to make it a
convenient stopping place for the travelling pub
lie. The Table will be furnished with the best
the market will afford. The Bar will contain Ii
quors of the first brands, in fact nothing will be
left undone to render it of the most desirable
stopping places in Cambria county,
GEO. EICHENSIIIER.
September 10, 1855
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DESSGLETE0vr

THE Partnership he etofore existing between
r. a. Dorsey & James Dougherty, trading under
the name OF Dorsey & Dougherty was dissolved
b. mutual consent this day The books of III
firm viii lie settled by R. a. Dorsey.
Signed, r. A. DORSEY.
Ililad'a. JAN g. 1857.
o. r. A DORSEY viii cor .inuc the brsines
at the old stand No II North 5tli Street. aud
hopes to teeeive the patronage Of the friends Of
ehe la'e hrn1. X. a. DORSEY
Feb 4 I85..-8ts
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H EMO VAL.

KENNY Al!
The undersigned having removed to the new
building two doors west of the old stand, would
respectfully inform his customers and the public
generally, that he has lately added to his former
supply of Goods, and keeps constantly on hand
full supply of
Staple and Fancy Dry Goods,
Silk Goods, made-up Clothing, Hats and Caps,
Boots and Shoes, Hardware and Cutlery, Carpen-
ter's tools, Smiths tools Nails. full supply O
assorted Bar Iron, Sheet and Hoop Iron.
Stoves and cast holiow-ware constantly on hand
Also, copper and tin ware. Groceries, wholesale
and retail.
Pine, Poplar and Cherry Lumber bought ans,
sold.
Goods will fe sold at the very lowest prices in
exchange for Cash or Country Produce
L. HUGHES.
Ebensburg, March Is, 1855.
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GEORGE IsUNTLEY.
wholesale and Retail.
Copper, and Sheet-Iron Ware M,puS,.,r-

Aia' topper, ana oheet-Iron Ware Manufacturer
ESPECTFULLY informs the citizens of Eb
"a ehsburS ana the public generally that he
has purchased the Tin Shop, formerly carried ON
by Messrs Davis. Evans & Co.. and will contin-
ue to carry on the business in all its various
branches, wholesale and retail His wares will,
be made OF tne very best material, and in tho
most workihaniike manner. Repairing of all
kinds done on the shortest notice. f,, cosb
ALSO,-House Spouting made and put ND 20
order on the lowest terms, for cash
Also on hand and for sale, large assortment
= ook and Pafior stoves, for coal or wood. Di
nlnS room stoves, Egg stoves, &c
Also a large assortment of CRATES and fire
brick, for Cooking stoves, Coal buckets. ShoyeIs
pokcrs, smoothing irons. &c. &C., all of which
will be sold low for cash
Tin-shop and wareroorn in part of the building
formerly occupied by Stephen Lloyd as cabi,
net iva wafeToon1, and opposite Geo. MCann's store.
EfcTshurg, May Z, 1S56-2sIy
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Valuable Property for sale or Reut

THE subscriber will sell at private sale his
Tavern Stand, situated at Chess Springs. Cam
bria county. 1t is in good situation. anc in the
midst of thriving settlement 1t has a number
of outbuildings attached to it, and about one
acre OF ground on which is thriving young or
chard. On an adjoining lot there is also a dwell
ing house, and Blacksmith shop erected. which
together with a number of Blacksmith tools will
also be sold.
All of the above property will be sold together
or separately to suit purchasers. If not sold hy
the first day of April next, it will then be rented
for a teri Of years.
JAMES KAYLOR.
Eab . 1eS7 on,
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Bats, Caps, Boots. q shoes.

SIiE Undersigned takes pleasure in informing
Il the citizens of Ebensburg and the public
generally that lie is stiI in the lowands of johns
town, carrying on the Hat and Cap trade in all
its various branches. In addition to his large
stock of Hats and ps, he has added to his Ltl-
siness by purchasing the largest stock of BOOTS
and SHOES evcr-brought to the County. Thank
full to his friends for their liberal patronage of the
past, he solicits a continuance of the same His
stock consists of Hats and Caps of the latest tyes.
of every description for men and boys. Having
thorough practical knowledge of the hating.
ard with over eight years experience in the bust
ness, the public can rely on getting Hats and
Caps of the best material and best manufacture.
Also Boots and Shoes of every description.
for Ladies, Gents Misses. and Children. He only
asks the public to call and examine his stock be-
fore purchasing elsewhere, as lie is confident that
his goods are of the BEST and his prices the lowest
Co. Hats and Caps made to order
G5- The highest price paid for shipping furs.
j. w. THOMPSON.
Two doors South of the Exchange Hotel.
reo II, ioof. Johnstown. Pa.
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NOTICE.

WHE notes and accounts of the late firm .,
L Robert Davis & Co., and Davis. Evans 4 (.o
having been left with the subscribers for collie.
ton, all persons indebted to either of the said
hrms, are hereby requested to call and make pay,
ment on or before the first day of May, next, %
JOHNSTON & MULLEN.
April H. 1855
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JOHN PARkE'S
JCilnstOHEn Marble EYnEka
franklin Street, nearly opposite the new Eetho-
dist Church, Johnstown, Pa.


dist Church, Johnstown, Pa.
kH ONUMENTS, Tombs, Grave Stones, Man
-lSatels, Table. and Bureau tops manufactured
of she most beautiful and finest quality of foreign
ana domestic marble, always ON hand and made
to order as cheap as they can be purchased in the
East, with the addition of carriage From long
experience in the business and strict attention
thereto, he can assure the public that all orders
will be promptly attended to and the work finish
ed in the best AMI most handsome mann er furnish
ed to order and Delivered at any place desired
ALSO. Grindstones of various grits and sizes.
suitable for farmers and mechanics Sold hy
wholesale or retail.
GTFor the convenience of persons-re; idhig in
the east and north of the county, specimens may
he and orders left with Stephen Lloyd, at
Ills cabinet warcrooms in Ebensburg
Purchasers are invited to examine stock and
prices. june 20, 1856.
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Cosssn,Iss3oners, NoiIce.

THE appointment of the undersigned as Con-
! missioner to take the testimony in the matter
Of the subpoena of Samuel Flenner. to enforce the
specific performance of contract made by Dan
iel Flenner, in lis lifetime. having been continued
at December Term, last notice is hereby given,
that said testimony will be taken at my office in
Ebonsburg, on Wednesday, the 18th day of Feb
ruary next, at ! O'clock p H.
4. c. MULLIN. Coln'r
EbensbHrg, Jan 2S, 1857.
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NOT ICE.

HfHE undersigned would respectfully inform
Il the public that he has purchased the inter
est Of Of Mi!ton Rol erts. deceased. in the rncer
business. and viii continue To carry on at the OH
stand, and would solicit share Of the public chs.
tom. The books of the firm of Tudor and Rob-
erts have been placed IN my pnS4rssion. All
knowing themselves INDEBTED will please call wiz.
me and settle. RiCHAED I-DOR
Ebe>skE-g .Ars 21st 1856.
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GREAT ATTRACTaOyy!

II ME undersigned would respectfully inform
IL .he citizens of Carrollton. Cambria cou,ty
that he has received large and splendid Stock of
DRY GOODS,
of all descriptions, consisting partly follows
CLOTHS, CASSIMERES. CASSINETS. JEANS
CALICOES, &c,
together with a large assortment of READY
MADE CLOTHING, &c. All kinds of Produce
taken IN exchange. Lumber taken at marke ct
! ices. GEORGE WEIMER.
Nov. 20, 1856.
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Cabinet Ware-TsOOm.

- THE undersigned having purchased the
~ entire stock of furniture, Tools, &c of Ste
80 phen Lloyd Jr., would respectfully in
form the citizens of Ebenshurg, and vicinity, that
he will manufacture all articles of Furniture to
order on the most reasonable terms.
The stock now hand is large consisting of
TABLES, BUREAUS. STANDS, BEDSTEADS
CRADLES, &c. &c
All articles manufactured in the establishment
will be finished in a workmanike manner, emplovt
ng none but experienced workmen. =
ROBERT EVANS, & Co.
Ebensburg April End, 1856.
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4 Chance fos Capitalists.

THE undersigned viii offer at private sale a val
J liable tract OF land situated in Cambria town
ship, Cambria county, Pa. about two miles from
kbensburg, and four miles from the Central Rail-
road The Ebenshnrg and jefferson Plank Road
runs through the tract The tract contains 100
acres, well timbcrcd with spruce, cherry and pop
lar There IS never failing stream running
through the land, capable of running anv kind e
machinery. The site is well adapted for q laroe
Tannery- Capitalists wishing to purchase will
be taken through the Land. Inquire of James
N 'kee, y alton House, or the subscriber.
DANIEL T. JONES.
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EOUnt.fIi EIiI

iii1 subscriber respectfully informs his friend.
and the public generally that he has again taken
possession oi the well known tavern stand Fouf,
tam inn' situated on tie turnpike in BlairTs
Gap, where he will at al times Be urepara5 =,
wait on his frient,s and customers.
Thankful for past :lvnrs. he can assure tLo
people ~ Cambria and Blair ,onnties. that no
pains will be spared 10 gain merit of their pat
roma &C.
JOHN FRIES
Feb. (, 1851