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San Andreas independent., 1858-04-24

How TO GROW R1cH.-The only way
by which capital can increase is by sa-
wing. If you spend as much as you get,
you will never be richer than you are
lis not what man gets, but what he
saves that constitutes his wealth. Go,
learn the first two rules of arithmetic =
learn addition and subtraction. Add to
your present capital any amount you
please; subtract the sum which you add,
and tell US if the last amount will not be
the same as the first. Every man should
in every year of his life, make some ad-
dition to his capital. You say you get
but little; never mind-spend less than
little; and then next year you will get
more, for you will have the profit upon
the sum you save. There is no royal road
to wealth any more than to geometry
The man who goes on spending all he gets,
and expects that by some lucky hit he
shall be raised to wealth, will most likely
sink into poverty, for in case of adverse
fortune he has then no resource whereas
by economy, he may lay by stock that
may serve as provision in case of ad-
verslty You may say that the times are
bad-the laws are bad. Be it so; but,
were the case reversed, it would make no
difference to you. Look at home; you
spend more than you get. How, then,
can you be otherwise than poor? How
many respectable families have fallen
from high station, which they worthily
and honorably filed, merely because nei-
ther the gentleman nor lady had been fa-
mlliar with the first four rules of arith-
metic.
San Andreas independent., 1858-04-24
E. v. BOY NE o n.
WATCH MAKER AND JEwELER
MAS ST., orrosIrE ODD FELLOWS HALL,

MAIN ST., OPPOSITE ODD FELLOWS HALL,
SAN ANDREAS,
VETHERE may be found a large assortment
w of good Brass Clocks, such as sR
Eight Day, and Thirty Hour Striking E1IAD
and Marine Alarm Clocks. Also, beau "a
tiful Parlor and Bedroom Clocks, all of which
will be ~arrantad to keep good time one gear.
Also, fine magnifying Glasses, with double
power, expressly for examining Quartz Rock.
Also, Spy Glasses, Spectaclcs, Thermometers,
Pocket Compasses, American Pocket Knives,
Steel Tweezers, Watch Guards, Keys, first
quality Italian string, finger boards, tall
pieces, bridges, rosin, bows, sc.
Also, large assortment of fine Gold Pens,
Gold Fob Chains, Fob Buckles, Seals, Slides,
Ladies Gold Curb Chains, Belt Buckles, PEN
cils, Silver thimbles, Coral Beads, &c. Also,
fine Gold Rings Earrings, Breast Pins, Lock
cts, Snaps, Infants Coral aud Gold Armlets,
Necklaces, &c.
Special attention will be given to all work,
such as repairing Clocks and Watches, manu-
featuring Rings, Earrings, Specimen Pins, sc.
n B. All work warranted if we'll used
| would also embrace this opportunity of
thanking the public for past favors, and hope,
by trying to please them, to still merit their
appreciation. ;y ll-tf:v2:29
San Andreas independent., 1858-04-24
d. d. VEZEY.
Carpenter, n and Undertaken

n Shop on ST. Charles street, oppositeM
" the Willow Greek Lumber Yard, "
mi SIN ANDREAS, III
Where Miners can be furnished with Pumps,
Toms. Patent Rifles Water wheels, Horse
powers, and all other machinery for mining
purposes on short notice.
1LSO-Constantly on hand, Sash and Pane'
Doors, Window and Window Blinds, Door and
Window Trimmings, Chest, Drawer, Closet and
Wardrobe Trimmings, Bedsteads, Dining, Cen
ire Card and Toilet Tables, Wash-stands, and
all other articles of Furniture made to order
my 235m4 u, U. fEAt1.
San Andreas independent., 1858-04-24

Reservoir Flat, near this place. 1t is to be
known as Kilkenny. 1t has one store, and
plenty of fighting whisky, together with a
good many tricks they "havnt" that are some
times found in cities.
Poverty Bar is not to be outdone by her
neighbor Limerick, in the way of improve
ment Mr. Monstrag, of Campo Seco, has
opened large tin and hardware store. T. A.
Cunningham has recently made additions to
his livery stable and stock of horses and car
riages, and is now prepared to turn out as fine
equipages as can be found in the mines. Sam
Higgins has leased the Rob Roy House, for
merly Treadways,) and has fitted it up in an
elegant manner. His table needs no recon-
mendation, as Sam is we'll known throughout
the State to be an A No. l boarding house
keeper. The citizens have organized Hook
and Ladder Company, with Nat. Mariner as
their foreman, and John Fitzsimonds, secreta-
ry 1t is the intention to build reservoir on
the hill, to be supplied by McNeely & Co.'s
ditch, and have water brought into town in
lead pipe.
The Bon Ton Hotel is still in flourshing
condition-soiree every night The band that
is in attendance grinds out some melodious
strains. The musical instruments are, the
harp of a thousand strings, propelled by a
blind Greaser, and violin in the hands of a
Dutchman. 1t would not be safe to tell you
too much about the Bon Ton, as you would
probably be pitching your tent here.
On Saturday last member of the celebrated
family of F. f. ", let his mouth off (uninten-
tionallg, of course) in such a manner as to raise
the ire of a fair daughter of Mexico to such a
pitch that she armed herself with horse
whip, and muzzled Mr.. F. F. ", and applied
cool dozen lashes, in the presence of about
fifty jolly good fellows, who enjoyed the scene
very much.
Poverty Bar lays over Limerick for bum
mers and lunch-eaters. Limerick can only
muster about one hundred, rank and file, while
Poverty can discount that number any even
ing at lunch time. The sporting fraternity
have introduced system, which, if it had not
been discovered, would have played smash
with the boys. 1t was by making Juror in
around the pocket of the rondo table and in
sert snack. which works with a spring,
thereby depriving Mr.. Josh of his only chance
"a scratch) to win; but fortunately young
croppo was capped into the game, and he, after
being cleaned out, made the discovery.
That bridge still attracts much attention all
who have seen ii (0 pronounce it one of the
most substantial" structures of the age.
Yours, BUTTS.
San Andreas independent., 1858-04-24

s~ "Does your razor take hold well ?"
asked an agonized sufferer of the tensorial
operator. eyes" was the consoling reply,
"it takes hold first rate, but it don't let
60 worth cent"
San Andreas independent., 1858-04-24

sr" Paddy" says joker, "why don't
you get your ears cropped-they are en-
tirely too long for man ?"
"And yours" replied Pat, "ought to
be lengthened-they are too short for an
ass"
San Andreas independent., 1858-04-24

H9- "What's whisky bringing p in
qnired dealer in that article
bringing men to the gallows, was
the reply.
San Andreas independent., 1858-04-24

BLACKSTONE on A BUST.
Old Blackstone, Coke and Lttle-ton,
Went on a bust-tO-morrow;
But were too drunk to the fun
Got broke, and had to borrow.
Now Blackstone took tat the most,
Which flew up to his noddle,
But Litte-ton still held his post
Inviting Coke, to-todde.
Yet all things here must have close
And they had their clothes-because
coal-Inan broke old Backstones nose,
And spoiled the English laws.
Then right and left friendly kick
Their gallant hearts made fiutter;
And sent them tumbling double quick
Kerslap into the gutter
But how the duce they scrabb!ed out,
am sure cannot tell
But troubadores have sung about
The spot whereon they fell.
But after all, they got safe home,
Escaped the coal mans claws
And being still too drunk to roam
They went to making Laws-like our glo
rious Legislators.
Now, Mr.. Editor, if that aint poem, I'll JUS
cave, on sight. / am thoroughly convinced
that it has merit of the highest order; but il
takes keen eyes to see it. l can see it, and il
your vision is not very clear, take a spy-glass
range half mile-and you'll be compelled
to do me justice. had an idea of sending a
copy of this to the President, and one to Queen
Victoria but I guess they wouldn't appreci-
ate it. No more this time, for I'm sleepy, and
mean to turn in.
Yours, entirely,
San Andreas independent., 1858-04-24
WAY DOWN AMONG THE Two-LIEs (tules),l !
April the 18th, 1858.

WAY DOWN AMONG THE Two-LIEs (tules),
April the 18th, 1858.
"a little nonsense now and them
Is reished by the worst of men,"
Mr. Editor On paying my semi-annual
visit to my old friend Dido found that he
was defunct; and that he had worn his pro
life pen to the stub. Stretched at full length
upon the floor of his dingy den,
lie lay like miner taking his snooze.
With everything dirty around him;
giving, at the same tme a practical ilustra-
ton of the ruling passion strong in death, by
holding tightly between his greasy fingers a
small piece of wrapping paper, upon which he
had written these lines-evidently the COM
mencement of poem:
Immortal bards of ancient days,
Why wake ye not, your harps divine?
And not knowing where his wayward muse
might choose to lead him, and cut it short
But it is utterly impossible for me to describe
my feelings at this unexpected sight. Suf-
flee it to know, that gave sufficient evidence
of the depth of my sorrow, but in manner
peculiarly my own; for l laughed, danced
and whistled, until ached in every joint and
felt as much fatigued afterwards as if had
been chasing grizzly or had been chased
by one-all the same
Having become more composed, and taking
quiet survey of the affecting scene before me
| remembered that there were certain little
attentions due the inanimate form of nv old
and tried friend and which l at once per-
formed to my own infinite satisfaction. Bv
smoothing his matted hair gently down with
the broom, drawing an empty -four sack part
ly over his head in lieu of better cap, and
pulling off his boots, he looked very natural
respectable, if not aristocratic. could al
most have imagined him living or dreaming,
had it not been for the increased pallor of his
features; he having made several attempts OF
late to wash his face, but his heart failed him
in the trying moment and dirt was still su-
preme. Bnt under my friendly hand and skill
full treatment, aided and assisted by a little
brick-dust and srump-water, this unnatural
approach toward cleanliness was soon erased,
and the old and familiar mahogany color
restored again.
Having thus disposed of everything to a
nicely, snatched the paper from his grasp,
and putting on his coat, picked up the stub
of his prolific pen, and sat down upon bro
ken stool with the fixed determination to COM
plete the verse he had so unthinkingly began,
without first asking my advice. 1t was dcs-
perate resolve, and would, no doubt, have
tried the nerves of timid man severely, but
desperate men must needs make desperate re-
solves, and execute them as best they cam
Under this impression 1 drew long breath,
and Immediately after pitched into it, and
found that possessed all the requisites neces-
sary for poet, Namely little energy, an
empty head and a worn-out pen.
" Immortal bards of ancient days,
Why wake We not your harps divine?
You wont?-well, L know why bekase
You're feared they amt as good as mine.
Tortured shade of the old Atlantic Tele-
graph just help the west wind to fan my
burning brow for few months, until revive
a Do1, ,,,,J 10 cfr ord IL
San Andreas independent., 1858-04-24
Gotrls, Restaurants, Mf.
AisaderElo0k Exchange!
fS@ M. CALLAHAN, Proprietor. it'd!
Corner Of Broad0ay g. Main sts., San Anareas.


YNHIS POPULAR A Nd COMMODIOUS
IL Hotel, situated in one of the most pleas
ant and convenient localities in the town, is
constantly open for the reception of Tran
sient n Permanent Boarders. The
rooms are spacious, thoroughly ventilated, and
furnished with a view to comfort. The dining
hall is the best in the place, where the patrons
of the house may depend upon finding the ta-
bles spread with the choicest edibes the mar
ket affords.
Board and Lodging:
Per Week, single rooms, $1,000
Per Week, double rooms, ,.-............ 500
Without Lodging, ....................... 100
Single Meal, ,................ rs
Meals at regular hours
b15@ Payment to be made invariably in ad-
vance. sep. 26-mtf:26
San Andreas independent., 1858-04-24
Hprs. AUSTIN & EsHNGO,
s.. Ea. SteYems.

ATTORNEY AT LAW, NOTARY PUBLIC AND
CONvEYANCER.
VXTILL also draw up Deeds, Mortgages,
w Powers of Attorney, Agreements, Me-
chanics' Liens and other articles in writing,
and will give advice in regard to titles to land,
free of charge, when he is employed to draw
uppapers. Agreements, Promissory Notes and
Contracts written, and all other instruments of
writing executed with neatness and dispatch.
nenz. Office in the Jordan Bath Building,
San 14ndreas. Jan 81 'oI:30
San Andreas independent., 1858-04-24

@Wages-the sweet oil with which
human machinery is creased.
San Andreas independent., 1858-04-24

nervous system to be shattered like glass
vase, at the sight of few sublime ideas con-
densed, rolled out and cut off to merry gingle
called rhyme? No! no! and Richard is
himself again.
Alph, my old boy, remember that you are
now both a man and poet; then, out of re-
spect for the ladies, be kind enough to smother
your ridiculous JOY until you can creep into a
brush pile somewhere. This timely warning
reached me in whisper, and at the same time
thought that there was the slightest shade
imaginable, upon 'Didos' ugly face. might
have been deceived, however, for even the
startling fact of my being poet: seemed an
illusion, and beyond belief. Determined to
solve the mystery, and to know my fate at
once, feebly and cautiously raised the paper,
and-by the eternal, everlasting, celestial,
transcendental, glorious and superabundantly
beauteous goddess of Lore-it was no sham,
but fact. was apoet-a live poet-huzza !
and springing off the stool, kicked the recum-
bent carcass of the antiquated Dido under
luO ldoic, anu casting dSlue Win lneXpreSSlDle
disgust the relic of his outer habiliment, ran
my trembling fingers through my silvery locks
until every hair stood gracefully and alone,
on its own hook; and after being embraced
by the musical 'nine,' and invited to take a
little ambrosial nectar with the gods who sit
on high Olympus Iplunged my pen deep into
the silent depths of the paste-pot, and sat
down to write poem of my own.
Pshaw l was born a poet, but never dis
covered it until this morning Yet, l some
times wonder if my putting on old 'Didos'
coat could have had any effect upon me; but
| rather think not 1t is true never could
write before, and that l can't stop now ; but,
no matter, I'll attribute it to the good genius
of our race, and not, to the waning odor of
that Internal old coat.
Now, then, for the poem. OIL here it is,
in all its pristine glory and Juvenile simplicity.
If succeed in this, l shall, perhaps, try it
again:
San Andreas independent., 1858-04-24
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pa A man without modesty is lost to
all sense of honor and virtue.
San Andreas independent., 1858-04-24
HARRIS LANG
Nam ST., Murphy's, Dealer in
Havana Cigars and Tobacco, Books, Sta
tionery, Fancy Cutlaru &c

Ess General News Depot and Agency fol
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wv. Nh. BEING, Constable,

San ANDREAs, Township No. 5,
NTILL ATTEND to the Collecting of Ac-
w counts and all other business apper-
tanning to his office.
n9A- Orders left at Justice Garretsees of
hce willp be romptly attended to. oc loft
San Andreas independent., 1858-04-24

Tortured shade of the old Atlantic Tele-
graph just help the west wind to fan my
burning brow for a few months, until revive
a little. Bah my mind is as strong and clear
as ever it was, and shall | thus tamely SUBJ
nit to a delicate fainting fit, and allow my
Daily Iowa State Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1856-1859, 1858-03-26
Dr q. II. lsARTLETT,
y ustlCe OF the Peace,
II. ID. E.aGAL.

nFFiCK In the second story ofthe old Post Ono
" Building, KAst side Of Brady. between Front an
III streets,
mAyA ftf
Daily Iowa State Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1856-1859, 1858-03-26
From Warrington.

WASHINGTON, March 25.
The Senate confirmed the appointment Of
Col. Johnston commanding the Utah expe-
dition, IS Brigadier General.
The House was 20 much interested IN
the speech Of Mr. Clark of N. T.. to-day.
that they gave unanimous consent to him
TO continue his remarks beyond the ho'r
The amendments Of the Senate commit
tee on military affairs to the House Vo,un-
teer's Bill. are comparatively unimportant
as to its General features, but a fleet the
Quarter Masters department. There is little
Of any doubt of its passage.
All the speeches in the House yesterday
and to day. were read from manuscript
The Turkish Admiral and suite are din
ing with the President this evening.
An unusual large number of petitions
were presented in the Senate to-day, in
cluding two for general relief law from
citizens in n. York, and Michigan. and from
the Legislature Of Wisconsin, for a law to
secure to the State the proceeds Of the pub
lie lands
Daily Iowa State Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1856-1859, 1858-03-26

RIVER ITEMS.
ARR

ARRIVALS.
DAvEsroRr, March rs.
hErnsros. Champlain. Dubuque.
J. r WILSON. Galena.
EAnxr HARRIs, Webb.
DEPARTURES.
AAfE CAssEL. Gray. Dubuque.
knrAlsIoR, Champion, st. Louis.
OfrEwA. Cropster, St Louis.
he river still continues to rise. and nsvi
gataon 10 becoming more brisk There is
eight feet of water in the lower Rapids.
I'M TisHoxrsoo will probably be raised
in Ssw days and take her place with the
Ben Campbell Should this not happen,
thsJ. Mckee will run in her stead.
FLsaA--This boat will probably be raised
today.
Th< Hanry Clay is on her way up from
- Aesisea vsssts fas 81. Paul Passenger
will find excellent accommodation aboard
the Henry Clay. and we take pleasure in
commenting the officers "a clever gentle
men. Messrs. Geo. " Dawley and Geo.
Wilbey' are the clerks. Recollect the
Henry Clay.
METRoPoLIrAN.-This excellent steamer,
Capt Rhodes, is now coming up. and will
probably be in port to-day Step aboard and
make yourselves as comfortable as you can
LAKE CrrY-This fine steamer, Capt.
Sloan, will be up from st. Louis in a day or
so. It's capital boat, and its officers all
good fellows.
EsvoY.-This fine boat, Capt. Rae. is ex-
pected to day without fail. Those wishing
to get to st. Paul, or to send freight up the
river, now il your time.
The River is falling at St. Louis.
THERE are numerous river disasters in
different quarters-by far too many for SO
early in the season.
GREAT GALE on THE OHIo.-SINKING OF
Coal Bears AND Loss OF LlrE-From the
Pittsburgh Dispatch we copy the following:
A most extraordinary wind prevailed on
the river during Wednesday night, and
coal boats, together with nine lives are re-
ported to have been lost in the neighbor-
hood Of Line Island ,Georgetown,and " els
vile. The wind swept over the city be.
tween eight and nine o'clock in the evening
and continued at intervals during the
night.
A pair of coal boats belonging to Corey &
Peterson, Geo. Humberson, pilot, encount-
cred the storm about 4 o'clock, near Liver
pool, Ohio, and in attempting to check up,
struck the bank, when several hands jumped
ashore. One Of the boats sunk, but the
other was saved, although somewhat dam
aged. Mr.. James Corey was on board, and
was severely bruised in the face by the part
ing Of an inch and three quarter line Mr..
Humberson, the pilot, recovered skiff
which had been taken ashore for the pur-
pose Of fastening line, but the men who
had jumped ashore We're nowhere to be
seem
Daily Iowa State Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1856-1859, 1858-03-26

1NHE undersigned would respectfully inform his
l. friends and the tray cling uublic that ne has
Opened this large hotel in he Clsire. The house is
nearly new and furnished with all the conveniences
Of mode hotels The table will be supplied with the
best the country affords.
His experience and large acquaintance with tn,
business in the West, is sufAcent guarantee tha,
his house the place to stop when you come to ths
city OF lie Olaire
u Hachn leave the DBatton House every moruina
(eundass excspeedD for Davenport.
"1a5ohI-d9 -d9wkv1y IN N10eIAx4 Hrept.
Daily Iowa State Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1856-1859, 1858-03-26

PITTsBuRG, March "a
An immense democratic anti -Lecompton
Constitution meeting was held to- night at
the City Hall. Mr.. A. Stokes: made power
ful, bold and eloquent speech, providing
that if the Lecompton fraud was forced up
on the people Of Kansas, it would cause the
revolution to be re-enacted IN order to es-
tabIish the right of self government resou-
tions re-affirming the Cincinnati platform.
and the doctrine of Popular rights were pas.
sed by acclamation. John w. Forney then
addressed the meeting at length with great
ability, discussing Kansas subjects.
The meeting was one of the largest ever
held by the democracy here.
Daily Iowa State Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1856-1859, 1858-03-26
Park House..


Wis 1arge and Commodous Hotel has been leased
L by the proprietor, thoroughly repaired and reno
waited, neatly furnished throughout in the best man.
ner, with sPnIS0 BEDS snd LIGHTED WITH GAS.
No pains will be spared to make the PARK HOUSE
thea No. +" House OF the City; 1t being much the
largest and pleasantly situated In central location
On the corner Of Jee, and Dubuque streets near
the City PARK with able accommod atoms for
Two Hundred Guests
TBRNS-in conformity 10 the times.
Good and Uspacious Stabng att ached to the house
J, TRuSDELJ. Proprietor.
Nov24dtf Formerly OF the IT dsdell House
Daily Iowa State Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1856-1859, 1858-03-26
The Scott House.

ALL TIE COMFORTS OF PLEASANT HOME,
comprising tlean rooms, clean linen, good atten-
dan e. and cheerful compliance wi all reasonable
demands.
THIS House is new and we'll ventilated, and the
table will compare with any first class House west Of
the Mississippi.
The Propr ietors would respectfully announce to
tn. IL Eastern Flends and the public generally. that
having purchased this Large Hotel and added more
than one ha its former size, and having rehtted
and reurnished thu entire House, they fAt'er them
s,lv,s that they anticipate the wants guests.
This House vii, be represented at the cars and
boats by pons BILE agent, t. receive checks, there
by avoiding al risk OF losing Baggage.
JsChAl ses moderate.
Th- Westrn Stage ,mpAny's Coaches leave this
House daily Tor the North and West.
J. J. HUMPHREY CO., Proprietors.
NTCorner OF Front and Harrison Streets, one
square below the Steam Packet and Ferry Landing.
mch23itf
Daily Iowa State Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1856-1859, 1858-03-26

A TTORNEY AND COUNSELI.OR AT Law AND
IA GOsmissoner OF Deeds Tor Connecticut will
give prompt ptSnd careful attention to the coIiec OF
claims, conveyance OF Real Estate, examn ng titles
and all other kinds Of legal business
Daily Iowa State Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1856-1859, 1858-03-26
CARlS1OPHER CULLEN,
HORSE SHOER AND FARRIER.
IN Bird STREET BETWEEN BRADY AND PERaY

WISHES to inform the citizens OF ~
DM Davenport and Scott County gene m M
rally, that he has permanently To-
Il n Gated himself in this city where he
Is prepared to shoe hIrscs scient ic ~ incpies.
After twenty y ars Judy .nd yractcc the anato-
my Of the foot, OF which time he has spent eleven
ars under the super ntancc OF the best Vet Iina-
risns in Europe he Wishss 10 ray that he will give
der the disease o corn or contrActi1ns, commonly
called hough bouud,' interfering. overreachng.
quarter cracks, fsud CRACKS, sprains OF the cords,
found RS, rngb bones and spavins Tor all OF which he
war ants perfect cure II curapie The g.eater part
or these diseases caused By bad shoeing want
OF proper Judgment mchyit'