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Daily national Democrat., 1858-11-21
MOUNTAIN CORRESPONDENCE.
MoORE's Flat Nov u

MOORE 5 FLAT, Nov. II.
EDIToR DEMOCRAT: This is place of con.
siderable Importance, as a mining town. and.
for the season of the year. great deal of
mining is being done. The claims here paw
an average of six dollars per day and at this
time the dust bought by the bankers average
between four and five thousand dollars per
week. There is not full supply of water
Just now, but it is said that this range of
country is better supplied than any other in
the State Some further arrangements are
now being made to increase the supply from
the lakes at the head fthe Middle and South
Yuba, where large dams are being constructed
to contain the water made by the melting
snow, and from which the bitches will be
hereafter annually fed.
The Buckeye Company have a drain tun
mel some fourteen hundred feet, and a shaft
l40 feet, 10x5, out of which the pay dirt is
hoisted by water power upon the most novel
and economical plan ever invented How.
ever, it is not original here the same plan
|
for hoisting coal. The construction is thus
Over the shaft heavy frame is built, upon
which plays a wheel four feet in diameter,
upon which runs an endless chain each end
attached to large square water tank, and
upon each tank stands dirt car ; and when
the car at the bottom of the shaft is full, at O
signal, the Aood-gate is hosted, and the ton
tank is filled, which counterbalances the
loaded one, and brings it to the surface in the
space of half minute. The drain tunnel
carries off the water that is supplied from
the down tank The water used to carry on
this operation costs three dollars per week.
This system, so simple. when compared to
either horse se.power or steam, should be adopt
ed in all shaft mining where drainage can
be had, for it is by far the cheapest plan by
which dirt can be hoisted from either deep
or shallow drifts
There is quite number of families settled
here, and to Judge by the looks of their
homes, they are settled here not for day,
but for years There are two good hotels,
a concert hall, and two gambling houses, and
some dozen of groggeries. Gambling is car
ried on with open doors. Unmarried ladies
are scarce, only three said to be yet on hand.
Three have been allowed to depart unse-
cured, though it is said great excrtions were
made to corral them. However, the three
yet remaining will soon be in the possessive
case, and governed by their lords.
A heavy case of assault and battery has
been pending before the just ass of the Peace
for the past two days.
1t has been blowing heavy all day long,
ard at this time it is blowing perfect gale,
and storm is thought to be close at hand.
1t is very cold, and it is time to sleep and so,
good night HENRY JACOB.
Daily national Democrat., 1858-11-21

How MUcH! GONG These were the
words heard issuing from an auction book
store on Montgomery street late last evening.
attracting the attention of all who were pas
sing at the time "How much - cried ius-
ty voice with stentorian lungs, and chow
much" reiterated a small dapper looking in
dividual standing close by. "Make me an
Offer" shouted the auctioneer. "For what" "
answered the little man. "For Millard Fill
more and General Walker" continued the
former "Do | have four bits p "No!"-
"Three bits?" "Nol" "Then here's Wash
ington lrving's Salamagundi thrown in."-
There was no response to this argument from
among the crowd of bystanders that sur
rounded the auctioneers platform. They
looked at each other ard then mysterously
nodded their heads, and then INDUCED in a
series of side winks, and at last stared at the
auctioneer in mute silence and astonishment.
Millard Fillmore and eneral Walker would
not bring four bits, and it was only after the
most pursuasive eloquence on the part of the
seller, and the most indefatigable exerton,
that these two worthless were Knocked dorm,
for two bi s. Just think of it, for two bits.
and Washington lrvings Salamagundi thro wn
in to the bargain. The small dapper looking
individual searched in all his pockets, and at
last succeeded by dint of considerable exer-
tion in exploring the whereabouts of the sum
demanded. He pulled the amount forth very
much in the same manner that skillful den
tist would extract an eye tooth with sud
den jerk handed the two bits over and re-
ceived in exchange these elegantly bound vol
umes of interesting reading matter. In what
degenerate days for literature have we fal.
lens. +. Times, Fridau
Daily national Democrat., 1858-11-21

GsB The following items we gather from
that rich repository of local matters and gen.
eral news, the Hydraulic Press, North San
JUAN:
NEW FLUMEs. The Middle Yuba Canal
Company have lately constructed substan-
tial fiume which leads from their ditch to
Manzanita Hill. 1t is 2400 feet in length,
greatest height from the ground SO feet, and
the box is two feet and eight inches wide by
two feet deep, 1t is a very handsome, work
manlike structure, and reflects much credit
upon the contractor, Maj. G. Welton, of this
town.
The day has gone by for elevating fumes
upon crooked poles in such an unsubstantial
manner that the first heavy wind will topple
them to the earth Every piece of fume
constructed for the Middle Yuba Company is
noticeable for its strength and comelness,
and the miners do not allow themselves to
be outdone in this particular
tB- The saw mills in this vicinity are kept
running night and day. There is a great and
constantly increasing demand for lumber of
various kinds, especially for the use of mi
ners. The saving of blocks for sluice bot
toms has become a very important branch of
the lumber business, and several mills are al
most exclusively devoted to it.
FELDsPAR-This mineral is found in con-
siderable quantities at different points in this
vicinity. Next to quartz it is leading con
stituent of granite and other rocks. Aecor
ding to Ure it consists of silica, alumina,
potash, lime, and oxide of iron, and is much
used in porcelain and pottery manufactures
1t is also used in the manufacture of artifi-
cial teeth
The MINEs.-The Bloomer Company clean
ed up 5000 last week. Another interest has
been sold in these claims for $4,000. The
majority of the miners on San Juan Hill are
not washing at present, being engaged in cut
ting the granite. laying suices, DC. Mr.. J.
Z. Olmstead, who formerly conducted the San
Juan Star, has struck ravine digging in this
vicinity which prospects four bits to the pan.
Star wano."
CAMProNvILLE.-All the companies who
are washing at this locality are doing WE'LL
In some instances the miners are shoveling
the old tailings into their sluices and making
from $40 to $50 per day. We have a self
reason for wishing our C0mptonville friends
good luck and plenty of it; they patronze
the Hydraulic Press more literally than any
other town outside of Jan Juan.
CABIN VIsIrED.-The cabin of Mr.. j. G.
Alexander, miner on this hill, was visited
some time last week by thieves, who over
hauled trunk for valuables-found none.
and helped themselves to what blankets they
needed. As Mr.. Alexander had Just been
paid several thousand dollars for his diggings.
the thieves no doubt expected good haul
but were disappointed.
Daily national Democrat., 1858-11-21
SIERRA COUNTY. The annexed items are
culled from the La Porte Messenger:


culled from the La Porte Messenger:
QUARTZ MINING.-Some gentlemen of this
place are opening quartz ledge, within
short distance of town. They have not
worked sufficiently long in their diggings to
prove them. bu all the partners are confident
that their chance of striking something rich
is very good.
HEAVY FRETGHT-On Tuesday last, six
mule team, owned by w. L. Shelton, brought
into this towu, at one load, ten thousand one
hundred and forty two pounds of freight If
any of our friends are inclined to consider
this little on the "bear story order, we can
get them proof TO the contrary, from Messrs.
Fuller IL Buell., of this place, the gentlemen
to whom the load was consigned.
SIERRA GRAYs-This military company is
now having its tri-weekly drills. Although
it has been organized but short time its
members now understand military tactics as
well as a company of "soger men" of many
years experience. The officers, from Captain
down, are untiring in their efforts to perfect
the company in "the art of war;" while the
privates show q willingness to acquire com
plete knowledge of the science of sodiery
Should a war break out-hoaven forefend the
foe who would dare to lift an arm against
our country; the Sierra Grays would be
found upon the ground of battle, administer
ing large doses Of The rafting roar which
rings in every volley."
Wandering around Rowland Flat few
days since, we found ourself in the vicinity OF
the Bright Star Claims, where thirty horse
power engine keeps constantly threatening
the lowering of old Table Rock They are
making at the rate of two hundr ID car loads
per day. with yield of a thousand dollars
per day
The Minnesota and Down East Companies
are making extensive preparations for min
ing. We found our old friend Mr.. Peas, of
the former claim, in hard bed rock up to his
eyes, using the drill persuader, and. as usual,
going on the Era's principle of "whoever
Uloweth not his own horn, the same shall not
be blowed."
Daily national Democrat., 1858-11-21

PRESIDENT BUTTERFIELD AND THE STATION
LANDs-The government, in stipulaling the
amount and character of the patronage it was
deemed advisable to bestow upon the Mail
company, to aid them, provided for a grant
of section of land or six hundred and forty
acres at each station, located on unentered
ard unappropriated districts of the public
domain. The company look forward to these
sections as promising essential assistance in
firmly establishing the mail line, by expect
ing in time to see them ripen into fourishing
farms teenng with grain and grass as pro.
vender for their mules and horses, and pro
ducing vegetables and meats as food for their
passengers This result promises to be at.
tained at far earlier period than was antici
pated. Mr.. Butteriield, President of the Com
pany informs me, that he is already beset by
applicants desiring to locate upon the lands,
and act as keepers of the several stations. He
has now gone .st, and will soon consider and
perfect plan for opening them to settle
nent.
Daily national Democrat., 1858-11-21

CHINESE COMPANIES IN CALIFoRNIA.-We e
learn from the Baptist Circular that there are
in this State five companies, as follows:
l. The See Yam Company, 10, roo members.
2. The Heong Shan or Y Yong Wo, ls,50O.
8. The Sam zap. 5000
4. The Ming Heong, $500
8. The Sun On, 7,400.
The principal place of business for all the
companies is San Francisco, although some of
them have subordinate Halls at Sacramento,
Marysville and Stockton
Each company has a President, Marine
Clerk or Secretary, and a Hall Superinten
dent There is sometimes a travelling agent.
All the officers are elected by the members,
by ballot, for six months, but usually reelec-
ted if found trustworthy and effective The
salaries of the Presidents range from $50 to
800 per month. That of the Secretary is
$50, and the Hall Superintendents the same
In receiving members no oath is required.
and no ceremonies are performed, but the
candidate merely declares his WISH enrolls
his name. and pays down the initiation fee
This fee varies; with the See Yaps, it is from
SIS to 500, and from 81 to $40 with the
Heong Shans, while the Sam Yaps have fixed
theirs at SIS, and the Ming Heons and San
Ons rigidly keep it at SO.
The number of members belonging to each
is sweled or diminished according to the ar
rivals or departures The members of the
See zap and Sam Yap companies all come
from the city of Canton and vicinity. The
Heong Sans are from the city of Macao and
vicinity. The Ming Heons are from the south
western part of the Canton Province, and
the Sun Ons are from Hong Kong.
These companies have no cognizance of the
emigration of tie Chinese to this State, nor
of their exit from it. They were not institu
ted for tie business purposes of trade and
commerce, but they are indeed benevolent
institutions and mutual aid societies, and their
tendencies are good. The halls answer the
purposes of exchanges for consultations and
for temples for religious worship as well as
relief hospitals
Daily national Democrat., 1858-11-21

The ENGLISH HUsTGNGs-A recent law in
England to prevent electoral corruption,
fixes that a man may hire cabs to carry vo
ters to the polls, but not give a voter a pen
nv to drink the candidates health withal A
writer in the London Law Times says every
metropolitan election is carried by force o.
cabs and the candidate who hires the great,
est number wins The Law Reporter thinks
that if this is the case, a call for a poll might
be dispensed with, and a count Of cabs sub
stituted. This mode suggests to the Law
Reporter the anecdote of the judge in a
knotty case, who counted three witnesses for
the plaintiff and SIX for the defendant, and
so decided in favor of the latter.
Daily national Democrat., 1858-11-21

DrscnAReED.-The inexplcable circum-
stances, says the Alta, regarding the abduc-
tion of the wife and child of Mr.. Lee, of Al
ameda, and the theft Of several articles of
clothing, furniture, &c, are yet involved in
mystery. Manuel Jackson and wife, who
were arraigned some days ago on having
committed the larceny, were discharged from
custody on Thursday, for although the mis-
sing property was found in their possession,
still their completely in the crime charged,
was not sustained by the evidence.
Daily national Democrat., 1858-11-21
miscellaneous.
EX ASA. ELDRADGE
AND OTHER LATE ARRIVALS.
M o" &" IL a M ID Z M G

kN BALES SUFFOLK BROWN
eVO DRILLS;
so bales Appleton Brown Sheetings;
cs Hamilton Tickings;
bis Milton Tickings
10 bis low-priced Tickngs
20 cs assorted Bleached Sheetings;
10 cs small figured Prints;
10 cs small figured Mer.imac Prints;
o cs Boat Blue Drills;
cs small plaid Lindseys;
cs assorted Kentucky Jeans;
cs 1914 and 12-4 White Bed Blankets;
21U pairs heavy Blue Macknaw Blankets
1Ol pairs heavy Scarlet Mackinaw Blankets;
Ill pairs heavy White Mackinaw Blankets;
9JS White Goodyear's India Rubber Coats;
2l2 doz country knit Wool Socks;
Ill doz machine knit Wool Socks;
bales Jewett City Denms;
II bales light brown Sheetings;
IL bales Howard Karen Duck, % inches;
Ii bales Potomac Karen Duck, % inches;
bales feet U. S. Pilot Duck,
bales A Potomac Karen Duck.
For sale by JANS0N, BOND Co.,
Corner Battery and Clay sts,,
noy2o-1m SAN FRANCISCO.
Daily national Democrat., 1858-11-21
Iailp glatioual 4emotrat.

SAN FRANCIsoo NEws.-The Sacramento
Bee of yesterday, contains a dispatch from
San Francisco, dated Nov. goth, which savs
The steamer Golden Age has not yet sailed,
as she is waiting for the arrival of the Ore
con steamer and mails, now over due She
will not wait longer that two o'clock She
tokes 4l0 passengers, several of whom are
going the Tehuantepec route, and S2,172,63O
in treasure.
In the Court of Sessions to-day, the mo-
tion for change of venue to Marin county, OF
the case of Geo Pen Johnston was denied
unon which Johnston's counsel demurred.
ACCIDENTALLY POISONED. Tusdey, saws
the Alta of Friday, a Mr. Bannan and wife
residing on Broadway, above Powell street
came very near losing their lives by swal.
lowing through mistake a large quantity OF
arsenic. 1t appears that husband and wife
were unwell, and sent to a neighboring drug
pist's for some saltz. With this was mixed
a lot of what was supposed to be cream of
tartar, which they had in the house for med
ical purposes The doses were duly taken,
and instantly operated as powerful cmetic.
Aphvsician was sent for who offered them,
however, no relief On the following after
noon DR.. Nuttel was called in, who discov-
cred that his patients had swallowed no less
than four ounces Of arsenic, quantity (as he
expressed it) sufficient to kill five thousand
men, The over dose perhaps saved their
lives. The proper remedies were at once ap-
piled. At last accounts the husband still re-
mained in an exceedingly critical condition,
and his recovery is almost departed Of Mrs.
Brannan is convalescing
Daily national Democrat., 1858-11-21
Notice.

Syrup of Yellow Dock, Sarsnp"rIIIa, and
IOdIde of Potash.
wouldinform my patrons and friends that can
guarantee my concentrated Syrup of Yellow Dock,
Sarsaparia, and Iodide fPotash,'as the very best
preparation of Sarsaparilla now in use.
We simply ask a trial of this medicine. 1t is fur
nished to the trade iu boxes, containing one doz bot
ties each, and suppedupon the most favorable
Ample directions accompany each bottle.
Apply to s. H. WATTS,
Wholesale Druggist
First street, Marysvle.
For sale By f. +. SPENCE,
je5tf Druggist, 32 Main street, Nevada
Daily national Democrat., 1858-11-21
Spetial sAutires.
citizens, steam Nayioo1ion Con


Citizens Steam Navigation Company.
A dividend of two per cent. has been declared by
the Trustees OF this Company, payable on and after
the nth inst.
Marysvlle, November is, 1855
novl6-lOd HORACE BEACH, sec'y
HOIlOwNy's PIlIs-No case of fever and aOne.
liver complaint collie, indigestion, bodily weakness.
sick headache, or sexual difficulty Withstand the
curative and at the same time invgorating action of
these Pills. Sold 50 Maiden Lane, NY
The following are the reasons why
FISHES Infalibe Hair Restorative, in its introduc
tion to the people of California; has met with unpar
alleled success.
FirstlyIt never fails to restore Gray Hair to its
original color, whether Black, Brown or Auburn.
secondly-It cures Badness and removes all accu
mutations of DandruG and scurf from the scalp.
Thirdly-By its use, the scalp may be kept in a
healthy condition. and the Hair retained in color and
luxuriance
Fourthly-In all this is guaranteed. Ifa trial
fails to dissatisfaction, the money will be refunded
PRINCIPAL DEPoT-1S9 Sacramento St, San Francis
co. RICE, COFFIN CO.,
noyl4.qr Sole Agents, Marysville.
e5S- Let false decacy prevent you from consult
ing DR.. CHAs. II. TozER, of Sacramento, who has at
tended and cured many within the last four years
and all you who have no means to pay, can find in
him frend who will make no charges for examna.
tions advice. We would recommend all who are in
trouble to call him and also to look over his trea-
tise venereal in another part of this paper The
Doctors office is on Sixth street, between and K
Sacramento. nov4-yr
Daily national Democrat., 1858-11-21
uggists, Physicians and Traders.

To Druggists, Physicians and Traders.
The subscriber respectfully invites the attention OF
Druggists and Country Dealers t. his large and well
selected stock of DRGGs MEDICINES, &c, which he is
prepared to supply at thelowest market prices.
My long experience in the business affords guar.
antee that all orders entrusted me will be executed
on the most favorable terms, and by putting up my
goods in the best manner careful packing and prompt
in forwarding, trust not only TO give satsfac-
tion, but TO Offer inducements to purchasers
passed by any other house. S. t. WATTS,
Importer and Wholesale Druggist,
First street, Mnrysvie.
For sale by f. +. SPENCE,
je5tf Druggist, 30 Main street Nevada.
Daily national Democrat., 1858-11-21
R. H. MCDONALD & CO.,

Importing and Wholesale Druggists,
Have just received per clippers,
100 bbs Plaster Paris; 500 bbls water proof Cement
80 bbs Marble Dust; 80 bbls Whiting
81 carboys Sulph Acids; 100000 Soda Corks;
100 Jars Citric Acid; so bales Soda Twine;
20 bbls Irish Moss; 10 bales Fresh Hops.
With complete assortment Of Brewers. and Soda
Material to which invite the attention of dealers
1879 Street, Sacramento, by
nov1s-3m X. II. MCDONALD co.
Daily national Democrat., 1858-11-21
Camphenc, Lamp & Machine,

1000 gals best Polar Oil;
1000 gals fresh distilled Camphene
10000 gals super winter strained Lard Oil
500 gals pure Sperm Oil;
so doz Olive on, quarts and pnts;
Patent Axle Grease in kegs and cans superior article;
Camphene and Oil Wicks;
25 bbls. White and common Rosin;
1000 lbs. Potash.
For sale at the lowest market rates.
189 J st, Sacramento, by r.. MCDONALD co.
Daily national Democrat., 1858-11-21
R.H MCDONALD CO.
SA Dental and Surgical Instruments,
PATENT MEDICINES.

Il. II. McDoNAID g. Co., Wholesale Druggists,
139 J Street, Sacramento.
Agents for all the principal PATENT MEDICINES in
the United States. X. II MCDONALD & CO.,
139 J street, Sacramento.
Daily national Democrat., 1858-11-21
10 Druggists, Physicians and
Traders.

TO Druggists, Physicians and
Traders.
The Undersigned, Importers and Wholesale Drug
gsts keep constantly hand the largest and most
extensive assortment of Goods, in their line to be
found ia California, which they offer to the trade at
the very lowest market prices. They are also Sole
Agents. for the Northern District of California; for the
following Patent Medicines:
Sl,IdS SGrsdpdri5Id,
Ayers Cherry Pect0rdL,
GuysottS YeLJOto Dock and SdrsdDdriId,
ayers Cdthdrtie Pills,
Perry Darts Pain Killer,
GraefsnJWrg Co.'S Fd1ei{y Medicines,
Woods OtiDe PectOrdI,
Dr.. Giddings' FImiLy Medicines,
LdWrdn's ScJidifed Cod LiUer oil,
WLbOrs COD LiUer oil and Lime,
Roman Eye BdlsGm,
Ch1tdn Ague Pills, &c.
All articles purchased from them guaranteed of the
bestqualy and purchases for distant points care
fully packed, and promptly forwarded.
RICE, COFFIN CO.,
aug21-tf 27 and 29 street, Marysvile.
Daily national Democrat., 1858-11-21
MARBLE.
Premium Marble Works.

p j. DEVINE Sc BRO,
X Street, Corner Sirth, Sacramento, Cal.
MARBLE MANTELs AND CRATES, MoNU-
vi ments, Tomb and Grave Stones Table and Coun-
ter Tops Tile Granite and Freestone Sills and Lin
tes, &C, &c, constantly on hand and made to order
on reasonable terms. All kinds of Ornamental Work
done with dispatch iy22-6m
Daily national Democrat., 1858-11-21
StraYed or stolen.

- FROM the Stable of the subscriber,
RfAxA ner of and Fourth streets, Marysvil e, on
wv about the 1lth inst, a large Black mare
AAAMULE, 16 or II hands high, shOd all round
has small the pasture joint of the right fore
foot and is quite lame In the right fore leg Any per-
son returning said mule, giving information which
will lead tl her recovery, will be literally rewarded.
novl7-lm& ROBERT REED.
this office.