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Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1858-04-28

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FROM THE NATIONAL CAPITAL.

WAsHINGToN, April 23d, 1888.
Mrs. English presented the report of the
Committee of Conference--Messrs Seward
and Howard dissenting. He read heavy
Union-saving speech in support of the report,
and moved that it be printed, and assigned for
l O'Clock to morrow. A
Motions were made to postpone for one, two
or three weeks, to give time to consider the
proposition, and TO take the sense of the coun-
try upon it.
Mr.. Howard spoke in favor of postponing
for two weeks.
A motion TO postpone till the second Mon
day in May was adopted by a vote of Yeas lGS,
Nays 105. Ia
Erening-The Lecomptonites are thunder
struck by their defeat to-day. The Admins
tration was perfectly confident of success.
Messrs. Cobb, Brown, Thompson and other
Cabinet officers were present on the floor with
the ladies' of their families in the gallery to
witness the expected triumph. More discom-
flied men never walked out of the Hall of the
House of Representatives than the Lecompton
leaders to-day. Their rage is turned particu-
lary ae anst Messrs. Quitman (Miss.) }, Bonbam
IS. C.), Shorter and Stallworth (Ala.), and
Hill and Trippe (Ga.), who could not be driven
or presse into sanctionng Mr.. English's con-
trivance.
An episode on the floor showed the excite
ment among the Southern members. Mr..
Trippe explained his reasons for voting.for 4
postponement in opposition to the majority OF
his party in a manly and sensible speech, vim
dicating his personal independence. Mr.. Hill
wished to make similar explanation, but Mr.
Gartrell, also of Georgia objected.
sWho objects ?'' inquired Hill, turning
toward him.
ssI -object,'' replied Gartrell, turning his
head in a very naughty manner.
s:WhSre is your graveyard ~ exclaimed
Hill, rushing at him with great fury.
He was Intercepted. however, and Gartrell
merely said, ssWc will talk of graveyards else
where.''
The Speaker called upon the Sergeant at
Arms to conduct Hill to his seat, and order was
soon restored in the Hall.
Mr.. Stephens, who prides himself upon his
| fairness and courtesy, of which he boasted
openly in debate to-day, was SO disturbed by
| this unexpected defeat of Lecompton that, in
his vexation, he resorted to fllibustering to
compel an adjournment and gain time TO work
upon refractory members SO as to reconsider
| the vote to postpone. ,..... --.
The Republicans, anxious to go on with the
public business, resisted the motion to adjourn
until the day was exhausted.
| Mr.. English's bill has been modified from
| day to day and from hour to hour. As finally
presented, it is very different from what it
was two days ago.
Men were got to promise to support it by
] being shown version that would suit their
views. Some who agreed TO go for it as ii
was, will probably decline TO vote for it as fl
| nally presented.-N. Y. Tribune.
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THE RABBIT TRADE IN BELGIUM.-It is al
most incredible to what degree of importance
this branch of trade has attained in Flanders
within the last six or seven years. There are
fifty thousand skinned carcasses of these an
imals exported weekly to England-more than
two and half millions annually-where they
find ready market articles of food, while
it is difficult to sell them in Flanders at TWEEN
ty-five cents apiece. The preparations and
coloring of the skins gives employment, in
Client alone, to more than two thousand work
men, and, since the business sprung up afew
years ago, the export of these skins to Amer
lea, France and Russia has become very con-
siderable.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1858-04-28

CANAL BOARD ABoLIsHING ITsELF.-In con-
sequence of the passage of resolution, by
both Legislative branches, forbidding the pay
ment of any money to them for the prosecu-
tion Of repairs and other work, after the pas
sage of the bill for the sale of the State Canals
to the Sunbury and Erie Railroad, the Canal
Commissioners have taken umbrage, and have
given notice that they will cease to exercise
control over said works-their hands being
emphatically tied. The Company to whom
the works had been transferred are making
arrangements for the projection and compile
tion of all necessary repairs, and for the sue
cessful operation of these important improve
ments. The defeat of TIE bill for the aboli-
tion of the Canal Board, therefore, will be
productive of no good to those whose pecuni-
ary interests were thus sought to be carep
for and Mr.. Buckalew's advocacy OF nee
essity for the continuance of the Canal Com
missioners does not appear to have been well
predicated, for a Board of Public W orks
would be able to accomplish but little with
their hands thus muffied, to keep them out of
the reasury.-Ha7risburg Telegraph.
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LEcOMPToS.-The Lecompton question has
assumed new phaze in Congress. On Tues
day of last week, Mr.. English, under the di-
reeiion of Stephens, Green and other leaders
of the Southern wing of the Buchanan forces,
submitted plan of compromise TO the effect,
that the people of Kansas, under the direction
and supervision of board of pro-slavery Off
GERS are to be allowed to hold an election and
vote for or against the proposition of the SEN
ate to admit her into the Union, with the land
ordinance, which, we believe, appropriates
five million acres, thrown in as a bribe to
| vote for the Lecompton Constitution but ii
| majority vote to reject, then the Territory
| shall not be admitted as State until it is
| shown, by an official census, TO have poppla-
| ton equal to the the ratio required for men,
Der of the House of epresentatives-93:3 $40.
In terms, however, it does not submit the Le-
compton Constitution to the People of Kansas
at all, but merely asks them to vote for or "a
eainst proposition that the Federal Govern
ment shall give them the five millions of land
for the construction of railroads. Ifthey vote
yea on this question, they shall be regarded as
accepting the Lecompton Constitution; but If
they vote nay, that they do not desire to come
into the Union now. 1t is rascally game
This proposition is, of course, opposed by the
minority of the Committee, on the ground
that it is an abandonment of all that has been
asked for by the opponents of Lecompton in
the House. The report of the conference will
be made as soon sufficient force is secured
by the administration to put English's bill
through. Some of the Southern Senators are
kicking in the traces, being unwilling to give
the land bribe for State which they say would
come into the Union with two free soil Sena-
tors. srs -
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GovERNoR's s MANSION AT HARRIsBURG.-The
House has ratified the contract made by the
committee appointed in the early part OF the
session, for the purpose of purchasing man
sion for the Governor. The House is located
next to the Presbyterian Church (recently
burned) and the property of Mr.. Bevans.-
The dwelling is in excellent repair, the pro-
prietor having had it remodeled and changed
two years ago. The price paid for the same is
700, including some furniture
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1858-04-28

Contrary to the general belief, Mr.. James
B. Clay, in his Lecompton speech, declared
that Henry Clay was not the father of the Mis-
souri, Compromise; and in a recent letter to
the Boston .HdUertiSer he AYERS also that the
paternity of the Tariff Compromise act of 1882
does not belong to that gentleman. If, in ad-
dltion to these corrections of current belief,
Mr.. James b. Clay could convince the world
that Henry Clay was not his father, he would
render great service to the reputation of that
lllustrious statesman.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1858-04-28

FALSE FRIENDs.-There is class of persons
who only make friends to use them If they
can get nothing out of a man, they do not
want his friendship. Such people treat their
friends like cigars-they hand on to then, get
all the good from them, and then throwing
them away, spit after them!
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1858-04-28

Rev. Dudley A. Tying, the noble Episcopa-
lian Minister who was driven from Philadel-
phia church for condemning Slavery, and who
has shown SO much evangelism in the revivals
in Philad., is dead. He was injured by an
accidental wound received from thrashing
machine, and dies in the morning of life,
much lamented. b.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1858-04-28

- LAuEh DEEM ShLDVN.
Eating House, Eating House! Eqting Honse
Bakery! Bakery Bakery Bakery Bakery
. Bakery Bakery Bakeryt
The undersigned takes this method of informing 6
the citizens of CIearfeld and the public in gener-
al, that he has opened EATING HOUSE and
BAKERY in the room Market street, known as
the sold Jeac Store where he will keep on hand
a general assortment of Confectionaries, snch as
Candies of all kinds, Nuts in great variety, Figs,
Raisens, Prunes, &c, &c He will also keep Ale
aud Lager Beer at all times, which, he does not
hesitate to say. superior article, ana from the
best breweries in the west. ALSO a large assort-
ment of Tobacco and Cigars, always on hand.
As he is Baker by trade, he will always keep
supply of FRESH BREAD and CAKES, as we'll
as PIES of every description that the season will
afford. He will also bake to order, on short no.
tice, anything of the kind that may be wanted
by the citizens of Clearfeld. -
The public are respectfully invited to call and
see his stock, which he thinks fail to meet
the wants and wishes of persons who desire any
of the articles in his line of business. He soIcis
and hopes to receive, liberal share of patronage
as twill be his constant aim to accommodate and
please all who may favor him with their custom.
Call and judge for yourselves. Remember the
place, the 's0LD JEW STORE" on Market street.
CIearfeld. [ap2Sl WENDLIN ENTRIES.
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A singular coincidence has been remarked
in regard to the late attempt on the life of the
Emperor of France. On both occasions that
His Majesty has wished to hear Ristori play,
his life has been attempted, and on both oc-
casions the play was Mary Stuart. The En-
peror himself spoke of this remarkable coin
cidanca ..Ea -......
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p EGISTER7S NoTICE.-Notice is here.
Il = by given, that the following accounts have
been examined and passed by me, and remain filed
OF record in this office for the inspection of heirs
legatees, creditors and all Others in any other way
interested, and viii be presented TO the next or
phans' Court of ClearfeId County, 70 be held at
the Court House. in the Borough of Clearfeld
commencing on the third Monday of MAY
1898. for confirmation and allowance
The account of John L. Cutie. Administrator of
the Estate of James BiddIe Gordon. late Of the
Borough of Clearfeld, deceased.
The Final dmiristration account of John Nc
Goey and Mary MeGoey, Admir- and Adm TX. of
the Estate of Simon Lynch, late of Lawrence tp,
ClearHeld county. deceased.
The Final Administration accour of Mary Felt
well, formerly Mary Rose,l Administrative of Ed
ward Rose deceased.
The Administration account of Joseph NichoI-
son, Administrator of the Estate of Samuel s
Nicholson, deceaeed.
The account of J. W,Wrigh hit and Jesse Williams.
Executors of the last Will and Testament Of Jacob
Leonard, late OF Beccaria township, Clcarfeld
county, deceased
The partial account of David Dresslcr and E.
lIzaoeth Dressler Admir-. and Adm'rx. of the Es
tate of John Dressler late of Union township
Clearield county, deceased
The partial account of William Fullerton,
TlYInS Administrator of the Estate of John Full
lerton, deceased.
The final Administration account of James T.
Leonard, Administrator of the Estate of David 0g
den, late of Lawrence township, Ciearheld coun.
ty, deceased
L.
Leonard, Administrator of the Estate of Philip
Fisher, late of Woodward township, Clear6eld
county, deceased.
The final Administration account of James t
Leonard Administrator of the Estate of Robert
Leonard, late of Lawrence township, Clearfeld
county, deceased --- = t.- -IssE
The partial account of James I Leonard. one of
the Executors of the Estate Of William Welch
late of the Borough of Clearfield, decd
The final Administration account of Eli Fry
Administrator of the Estate of Samuel Fy lato
of the township of Brady, n the county of Clear
field, deceased - =
The final account of William Irwin. one of the
Administrators of the Estate of Matthew Irwin,
late OF burnside tp Clearfield co... decd.
sEQ JAMES WRIGLEY,
Ciearheid, Pa, April Z, 1858. Register.
"A LoT OF PRIME. BACON on hand and for
IA sale by u a. fsss w. f, IRWIN,
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GREAT DIsCoyERY OF THE AGE.


Dr. GMStar LiRRarel's Taste Rrstorafirs Troclsrs,
tie Gredt Substitute for To5acco.-H is 4 we'll
known and incontrovertabJe fact that the of
Tobacco is the promoting cause of many of the
most severe MENTAL AND PHYSICAL disorders
to which the race of man is subject. cureful
alasis and long and painful experience have clear
ly proven that 1t contains certain narcotic and poi
sonous properties most dangerous in their effocts,
which by entering into the blood derange the
functions and operations of the Heart. causing
ny to suppose that organ to be seriously diseased.
TOBACCO affects also she eutire nervous system,
manifesting itself-as all who have used the
noxious weed will bear testimony-in Lassitude,
Nervous ITritability, Water Brash. Dyspepsia, and
many other disorders of n similar character. The
Taste Restorative Troches'' designed TO
teraet these baneful influences and have proved
completely successful in multitude of cases, and
wherever used. Being harmless in themselves
they exert beneficial effect upon the entire sys-
TEN, restoring the Taste which has become vita
ted or destroyed by great indulgence, complete
ly removing the irritation and accompanying tick
ling sensation of the Throat-which are always
consequent upon abstaining from the use of To-
baeco, and by giving healthy tone TO the Stom-
ach. invigOratc the whole system.
Persons who are irretrievably undermining
their constitutions and shortening their lives.
should use these Troches mmediateiy and throw
of the injurious and unpleasant habit of Tobacco
Chewing
These Troches or Lozenges are put up in = con-
yenient and portable form at the low price of SO
cents per Box. liberal discount to the Trade.
Prepared solely by the undersigned to whom
all orders should be addressed.
JAMES E. BROWN, Druggist
Corner % and Race streets, Philadelphia
Arri 4 -T1-
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MOUNT VERNoN.-It is stated that the sale
of Mount Vernon to the Ladies' Mount Vernon
Association has been made, and SIS 200 of the
purchase money paid in cash. Mr.. Washing
ton retains possession until payment of
$4,000 is made, which will probably take
place in few months.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1858-04-28

In Germany, Chestnut trees are planted a
long the roadsides, which yield the villages a
large income, as their fruit is manufactured in
to starch. When. America gets economical,
our railroads viii be lined in the same way.
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How Is IT ?-The Bill for the formation of
new Judicial District out of Clearfield, Elk.
Jefferson and Forrest counties, was passed by
both branches Of our State Legislature, but is
in all probability killed by little piece of Jug
giery practiced in the Senate. This bill had
beed amended by the Senate with section
which, if carried, would have legislated Judge
Himot out of office, and for which amend
ment we believe, we are mainly indebted to
Mrs sCresswel. The House refused to concur
IN the amendment. The Senate then receded
from its amendment, and to all intents and
purposes the bill was passed. But when the
Speaker of the Senate came to sign 1t, just
before the close OF the session, he-nrd6ttf
dictu found that this bill, composed OF at
least ten lines, could not be compared, and
therefore he would not sign it. Here is his
announcement as il appears in the published
proceedings -
ssThe Speaker made statement to the
effect that the bill to form a new judicial dis
trict, failed for the want OF time to be
compared and signed by the Speaker. 1t
could not be compared and he declined to sign
it. He exhonorated the Clerks of the Senate
from any blame.''
Nows We are curious to know how this all
occurred-whether any arrangement had been
previously made with the Speaker to have him
refuse attaching his name, and who the parties
were. Can Mr.. Cresswell tell2 If he or any
ohe-eise can explain, they ought to do so.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1858-04-28

Rev. Daniel Webb, of New Bedford, Mass,
is believed to be the oldest Methodist minis
ter in the United States. He reached his Slst
birthday on the 18th inst, on which day he
delivered an able sermon.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1858-04-28

The enormous ssFat Woman,'' who was ex-
hibited in Harrisburg some time ago, has re-
Gently been married to a st. Louis man by
the name of Rogers. The 'shappy couple
are about even in size, and together are said
to weigh over 100 lbs. ss-r-
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1858-04-28

Alexander Brown died on Sunday week. He
was considered the Oldest man in Clarion
county, Pa, being about los years old. He
settled on PiBey creek, when the surrounding
country was bowling wilderness.
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sCHooL..In occorao,

NORMAL SCHOOL.-In accordance with
IN. notice heretofore given, viii open and
teach Normal School two months in the Borough
of Curwensville, commencing on Tuesday. the 4th
day of May. Teachers who design attending it.
are desired to make their preparations to be pres
ent at its encement land to bring such te +
hooks as they have in their possession. Our de-
termination is. to make the course of instruction,
as practical. and well adapted to prepare Teachers
TOR the duties of the school room as possible
e L, L.. STILL $40
April Z; 1858 Co. Superintendent
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The Bill for the sale of the State Canals to
the Sunbury & Eric Railroad Company was
signed on the 2Ist by Gov. Packer, and is
now law. Within few weeks the State
WIZ part with the last remnant of her public
improvements, aud it is to be hoped that the
new owners win find it profitable investment.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1858-04-28

The Washington States, democratic paper.
says that it is currently rumored in the streets
and IN public places that two hundred thou
SAND dollars has been subscribed to carry LIE.
compton through the House.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1858-04-28

CHARMING must be the swamps of Florida,
which are said to be capable of producing
five hundred bushels of frogs to the acre, with
aliigators enough for fencing
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1858-04-28

1t is said that one of the most distinguish
ed physicians of New-England ascribes the
fearful increase of paralysis to- the use Of
aDartmentS.
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Two thousand salmon were caught on out
lines in the river between Sunbury and SelinS
grove, in one night.
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EDWIN COOPER

MET. VERNON HOUSE. LUMBER CITY,
M aGLEARFIELD. COUNTY, PA.-The under
signed notifies the public that he has opened out
the above named house, and that he is well pre-
pared 10 accommodate all who may favor him
with call The house is three stories high, is
commodious and well furnished and no pains will
be spared 10 render satisfaction to guests. His
Bar is always supplied with choice liquors of all
kinds. There is plenty of stabling cted with
the house. He solicits a share of public patron
age. L. w. TEN EYCk.
,Iar o,N
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Look out for five dollar counterfeits on the
Princeton, New Jersey Bank, bogus emission
having made its appearance in Philadelphia, a
few days ago.
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CIearferd. March II. 1858.

ICENSE NOTICE.-The following named
1L persons have filed in the Office of the Clerk ef
the Court of Quarter Sessions of Clearield County,
their respective Petitions for License at MAY
Session next, agreeably to Act of Assembly of
March IS, 1856, entitled San Act to regulate the
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New Advertisements.

DLOWS A lot of Wertzs improved plows for
IL sale by MERREIIL & CARTER.
CIearfeid April o. 1855. ..-. s-.
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~ MANUFACT0RY.-A WORD TO ALL.-The
subscriber takes this method of informing the
citizens of Clearfield and vicinity. that he has
LOCATED himself on MIN STREET oy-
poSiee tie Jati, and is now prepared to wait upon
and render general satisfaction to all who may ia
vOr him with their patronage. He feels confident
in saying that before has there been offered
10 tho public of this section, such inducements
he offers. All articles purchased at this establish
ment will be warranted, and if proven not to bo,
represented, viii be made good without extra.
charge His work eannet be surpassed. as he is
determined to use only the very best materials in
their manufacture The 'sworld and the rest of
mankind" requested to call and satisfy them
selves of the fact that his articles of the best
and most durable materials.
GEORGE SHULTZ.
CIearfeId March II 1858
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THELAKEs OF FMINNEsoTA.-A correspondent
of the Minnesotian supplies that paper with a
table giving the dimensions of ninety three
lakes in Minnesota, comprising the larger mum
ber of those most known. Thousands of 9TH
ers of smaller extent are distributed over the
surface Of the country, and great many of a
mile or two in length have been omitted for
want of aname. The largest lakes in the State,
according to this table, are Red Lake, in Penn
bina county, thirty miles long by twenty wide ;
Big Stone Lake, thirty miles long by three
wide; Mile Lac, twenty miles long and fifteen
wide; Lac Traverse, twenty five miles long by
three wide; and Leech Lake, twenty miles
long by eleven wide. Most of the list, how
eAer, are from one and half TO six miles long
and from one to three miles wide. The water
in all these lakes is perfectly pure and sweet,
and they are all of great beauty of shore and
surroundings. The lakes of Minnesota form
a distinguished feature of the country, and
lend an air of romance to it.