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Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1859-04-20
Democratic State Ticket.
A GRAND FIZZLE.

The "Bogus Convention" or rather the
conclave of maloontents which iniest the
Democratic party just now, undeserving
he name of Convention, even with the
preiix of bogus, which met at Harrisburg
.lst Wednesday, proved most unexpect-
edly to its projectors, humiliating
iailure--a complete fzzle. Not even large
enough to furnish Forney and his coadju-
tors the assurance that they had some
companiopship in their misery. And
even some of those who were present for
the purpose participating in the procee-
lings became so much disgusted with
their company that they withdrew and
repudiated their connexion with this
crew of disorganizers, One of them, MIR.
1err, who, when he attempted honestly
to give his views of the duty Of those De-
moorats who believed that Gov. PACKER
should have been endorsed by the March
Convention, was insultingly choked off by
Forney, the baying hound of the pack,
has exposed their infamy in lettor to
The Patriot and Union, which must carry
cony iction to the hearts Of Democro!s oy
erywhere of the disorganizing and dem
serous designs of these politic2l trick
sters.
The resolutions passed by this "rump"
gathering are in themselves n complete
curiosity, and we regret thn5 they arc toe
uoluminous TO permit thoir publ cation,
Mt least at this time, else wo would lay
them before our readers for their e&aIu-
ination.
The Forneyites, although they deneun-
oed the nominees of the March Coavcn'
ton, made no nominations thcms I've
that important duty being coo'idcd 10
committee, who are to perform heir office
their leisure, in such manner rs the
signs of the times may indicate as best
suited to their purposes-in Jthor words
The strength Of their faction iy IN market,
and they are open to bidders, the high st
in promises Of spolls to DO the 'uyor.
1t must be extremely gratifying TO the
men who entered honestly, and We trust
for humanity's sake, that some We're ho-
nest when they entered into the support
of Forney's heresies, to see the, selves i'll
O position to DO bartered away % the i
merican party was repeatedly y few years
ago, by its psuedo leaders, until It's ~ 'iti-
cal degradation became q stencil in the
nostrils of the people. What other oiico
can such party as this which met al
Harrisburg perform, than to throw isso,.
into the arms of any organization which
will assist in defeating the Democracy
which it so bitterly reviles? ? How Is it 10
accomplish its designs except by Union
with the opposition, to be in time s'7al-
lowed by it, as has been all who have
sought its sympathy? Democrats pause
before you allow yourselves to be sold by
Forney, Lauman & Co., like sheep in the
shambles'
Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1859-04-20

1ho uIhl ol Sicklos continues 10 hc ne
absorbing topic OF interest and although
two wc,ks have elapsed since ils com.
mcncomcnt the testimony ror the dclenco
is siill unfinished and promises to take
up several days to como. Throughout the
greatest excitement has prevailed in the
community in Washington, and especially
while in court witnessing the proceedings.
Much bitterness has been displayed 10y
tho counsel engaged on both sides and IA
duel Is likely to grow out of some words
between Mr.. Ould, the District Attorney
and Mr.. Staunton, ono Of the prisoner
counsel Much Of the time of the court
has been consumed in the labored discus
sion of points Of law raised upon the adj
lmissiblity Of evidence. The confession Of
Mrs. Sicllles made on the morning Of the
day upon which Key was shot, was ruled
out by the court. The prosecution, are
determined to resist all attempts of the
defence to show an adulterous intercourse
between Mrs. Sicl<les and Key, While
the defence seems to rest mainly upon this
fact, and tho provocation furnished there
by to Mr.. Sickles for taking the life Of the
author of his dishonor. The discussions
upon these points are learned and very
interesting to the general reader, but
especially to the lawyer; and we regret
that our limited space prevents our giving
anything beyond this brief abstract. Some
amusement is also furnished by the exami
nation of the witnesses, and some of tho
counsel seem as ready to display their wit
as their learning.
Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1859-04-20
Our Candidates.

Messrs. Wright and Rowe, the nomi-
nees Of the Democratic Convention, have
both accepted their nominations rendered
them, in frank and manly style, placing
themselves upon the Democratic platform,
ignoring past differences, and avowing
their unalterable faith in the principles OF
the democratic party, and their belief in
the high mission it is daily fulfilling, in
disseminating the doctrines of equal rights,
end the greatest good to the greatest num-
ber.
We have heretofore refrained from al
uding specially to these gentlemen, deem
ing it prudent to await the result of the
great Convention" which was TO be, but
did not take place-that is, the great part
Of it--at Harrisburg last Wednesday as it
had been charged that one Of them be-
cause of his anti-Lecompton views, would
not accept the Democratic nomination,
but would act with the Forneyites. This
we were not willing to believe of as upo
right man as John Rowe, of Franklin,
but we awaited with the expectation, in
which we have not been Disappointed
that Mr.. Rowe would lay his views before
the public at an early date, and thus leave
no doubt about his position. A well known
anti-Lecompton Democrat, the Convens
ton, having full confidence in his ability
and integrity, did not hesitate TO nomi>
nate him, thus showing that that was no
longer living issue in the Democratic
party. And it is only the treason of as
piring bad men, which continually drags
it into remembrance 1t will yet prove
the incubus to strangle their political es,-
istence.
Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1859-04-20

and behold those n,mf hotim who.e y,
lpi.watchWuid BE- uul patriotism oi b,s..
nov tho power md prosperity oI tbs ~.
tmu, but private booty, thp oppfe..i..' =,
rhssvt, and uWluH agitation a1nipsi NV
ommonls and Constitutions. rhe ,
hos gouo by Zoe small thhfs and .,W ~W
men. We have something moro so,i.''l
10 engage our attention aud oui ego,,'
than the miserable lHdo carried on
base politicians, who are In the hsl, Y
making their personal succcsscs In ocn,,,' Y
ma offices, or personal disappointment
the test Of the true value OF princinlcs W
party. The Constitution-the Union
free Institutions - our prospcrity-tbo ~
curity of property-our liberties o,o w
cast in the balance Of few years of noliI
cal history. Should Pennsylvania 01t' M
hitherto great High Priestess of Peace oag "s
Law-abidlng conservatism, veil her o,e',
Gus countenance in sorrow, and surronJD- NJ.
her trust and her person to the sec,;oa.i
Moloch, all is indeed lost Rallv. tboa
let all good men rally under the broad al
glorious flag Of the Democratic Convon'
ton. llo IldllOTu Is tue Official Drocla
nation of principles and measures bv lho
Democracy Of Pennsylvania. The candy
dates nominated by the Convention sro
upright, intelligent and able men. Will
out a stain on their reputation. Is il DOS.
sible that you can he prevailed upon n
desert it, and to bow down before no
double-faced Idol Of Nnow-Nothinp BlorS
Republican deyotion--a thing you Other
wise despise- because it may please cor,
tain vain apostates to throw cover over
its detestable features? No man who roo.
poets himself, will be guilty of such moral
and mental obliquity. Stand fast with tba
old Democracy and participate in our an.
preaching triumphs; for as certain as our
country survives, we also shall rise in tbo
majesty of just cause. Should YOU trj.
umph with us, you will stand in the front
ranks with the victors but aid the On.
position to compass their ends, and if no
worse come of it, your part of the reioiC.
ling and profit will be, to march in the
rear of fusion" procession, with the
blush Of shame upon your faces, hated and
desp:sed by your mongrel associates.
ROBERT TYLER, Chairman.
Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1859-04-20
Communication |
April Sth. 1859

AIkll ON, lCOJ'
Mr.. EDITOR Sir: 1t is customary, we
believe, for those who wish, to announce,
about this time, the names Of their favor
ite candidates for Governor. ! think it
very necessary that the people be made
acquainted with the name and character
of every person brought before them for
their consideration, and | write thus early
to afford ample time for the purpose. The
party will, doubtless, next time, be more
particular than they have lately been in
their selection of a candidate, and will at
least, endeayor 20 rest their choice upon
an honest and able man and Democrat,
and one by whom they will not be betray-
ed the first opportunity that offers. Such
a man, and such O Democrat, have we in
Hon. JAMES MACNANUs, of Bellefonte, Cen
tre county. This gentleman is widely
known as an able and faithful practitioner
Of law, and as an eminent legislator. In
the latter capacity he has very few equals,
and no supcriors in any quarter Of the
State. To this fact Centre county can
we'll testify, rs she has several times been
very ably represented by him at the State
Capitol. Often did the Wings then rep
rosenting their constituencies, feel the
force of his logic, and the effect of his cut
ting sarcaJm. As to his course as a Demo
crat, every one who is acquainted with it
knows it 20 have been always consistent,
always straight forward, always honest
and with his high qualifications for the
position of Governor Of the old Keystone
State, we recommend him to the favora.
BILE consideration of all true Democrats.
LOGAN
Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1859-04-20
Agricultural Fair.

At a meeting of the Executive Com,
mittee, held in the borough Of Clearield,
on Tuesday the 10Th day Of April, 1859,
the following resolutions were adopted, to
wit
Resolred, That the ClcarGeld County
Agricultural Society will hold a Fair in
the month of October next, either at
Clearfield or Curwensviile.
BeSolOcd, That the Executive Commit
tee will receive proposals for the location
Of the Fair from the inhabitants of each
borough and vicinity until the Monday oI
the June Court and that oD said day the
committee will meet, and will award the
Fair to whichever of the boroughs that
will furnish the most suitable ground free
of expenses. obtain the largest number
of members, and subscribe the largest a.
mount of money towards the contingent
expenses of the Fair.
Resoloed, That a special meeting of the
Society be held at Curwensvllle on Satur.
day evening next, the 10th inst, and that
another be held on Saturday evening the
2Srd inst. in the Court House at Clear,
field.
.icsolvcd, That the committee adjourn
to meet again on Monday of the June
Court.
Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1859-04-20
Democratic State Committee 1859.
CHAIRMAN-Robert TYLER.

CHAIRMAN-Robert Tyler.
Philadelphia-Fred A. Server, Stephen
II. Benton, John II. Dohner, Morrison
Foster, George NJ. Wharton, Z. Morwtz
V. l.. Bradford, j. II. Askins.
Chester and Delaware-John Hodgson,
Charles Kelly.
Montgomery-Dr. Z. i. Acker.
Bucks-Dr. Charles w. Everhart.
Schuylltill-Edward O'Conner.
Carbon, Monroe, Pike and Wayne-R.
S. Staples.
Bradford, Susquehanna, Wyoming and
Sullivan--V. B. PiolettC.
Luzerne--A. r. Brundage, Ed. Dolph.
Tioga, Potter, MKean and Waren--H.
L. Guernsey.
Clinton, Lycoming, Centre and Union
S. S. Seely.
Snyder, Northumberland, Montour and
Columbia John &. Freeze.
Cumberland, Juniata, Perry and Miffn
-Chas. Brandt, Thos. NJ. Biddle.
Dauphin and Lebanon-James f. Skunk.
Lancaster-George Sanderson, J. F.
Kontz.
York-Alcxander Vent.
Adams, Franklin and Fulton-Wilson
Reilly.
Somerset, Bedford and Huntington
Jos. W. Tate.
Blair, Cambria and Clearfeld-C. l.
Pershing.
Indiana and Armstrong-Adam Lowry.
Westmorelond and Fayette-J. Turny.
Washington and Grcene--S. B. Hays
Allegheny-N. P. Fett erman, A. Burke.
Beaver and Butler-John Graham.
Lawrence, Mercer and Nenaffgo-Wm.
NJ Knight.
Erie and Crawford-Wm. Kerr.
Clarion, jefferson, Forest and Elk-Dr.
Hugh Bowling.
Lehigh and Northampton---J. Schindel.
Berks-Col Charles Kessler.
Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1859-04-20

PETERsoN's CHEAP EDITION OF WAyRH
NovELs.-We have this day received ROB
Roy, by Sir Walter Scott, being the third
volume of T. b. Peterson & Brothers, new
and cheap weekly issue of the Waverly
Novels, by Sir Walter Scott Giving
truthful delineations ofpeople, character
and manners-eyer upholding the cause
Of religion, morality and virtue, they
should be welcome at every fireside where
these precepts are taught. The great bar
rier, heretofore, to the introduction Of
these works, has been the high price at
which they have been held, but this OBJ
lection is being now overcome, by the pub
lication of these works of Scott in such
form and at such low price as to bring
them within the means of all persons
whatever. To Messrs. T. B. PETEssoS &
Brothers, Of Philadelphia, more than all
other publishers are we indebted for tbs
new feature of American literature. Inc
works of CHAs. DICKENS, CHAs. LEVER, MRS
SoUTHwoRru, and many other popuN
writer's, have been issued from their pres
in cheap form, and their last enterprn
is in giving to the public, the works o.
Sir WALTER ScoTT, complete aud unaOrds'
ed, at the very low price Of 25 cents ~
each work, or the whole series for fN'
Dollars. The edition embraces the wno'
of the authors works, and will be contain
ed in twentyesix volumes, one OF whlcn
will be issued on each succeeding Sa'w
day, until complete. A full set will"
forwarded, free Of Postage By Mall 10 an'
part of the Uuited States, to any one y
the publishers, on sending remittanoeu
five dollars to them, for the twentysN
volumes. AT this low price, all per'OU,,
should possess themselves of q sett 'D~
we would take this occasion to adVlss"
Of our readers to make remittance
Five Dollars at once, per first mall, :"
r. B. Peterson & Brothers, Philadelpn@
for the entire sett, who will send 'n'4
complete to any one, free Of postage on"
of that sum.
Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1859-04-20

THE PENNSYLVANIA CANAL.--We are in,
formed that the enlargement Of the Ca.
nal from the junction to Columbia is now
completed This portion of the Canal has
been deepened and widened throughout
so as greatly to increase its capacity The
water is being let in at the several feeders,
and boating has already been commenced
on the Juniata A steamboat has been
procured to tow boats across the river at
Clarkes Ferry. A large business on the
Canal is expected this season.
Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1859-04-20

MINISTER TO BoGoTA.-The President
has nominated the Hon. George w. Jones,
late Senator from Iowa, as Minister to
Bogota. The Uaien says the appointment
was altogether unsolicited by Mr.. Jones
and his friends, and nothing of the sort
WAS known to or expected by that gentle
man until the appointment had gone into
the Senate for confirmation.
Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1859-04-20

NEWSPAPER FOR SALE.-The newspaper
establishment OF the West Chester RcpvlH,
can and Democrat is offered for sale The
editor, George w. Pearce, Esq, in assign
ing his reasons for selling, says the position
Of political editor has never been con
genial one to him, and he hopes in the fi-
ture to occupy position in the press
where he will not be involved in partisan
warfare.
Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1859-04-20

B9y~ Professor Bonnaffon. well KnO1a 4
teacher of Dancing, died suddengs sil't 4
Washington Pa. on Saturday week, m" ,a,,,
teaching a class. He was about % yo 4
of age. and was well known to mmy vs, q
our citizens both old and young n'
very estimable gentleman.
Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1859-04-20

T1r 1zr GoyERNoR.-Wc publish this
wecl. the communication of "Togan," re-
commencing Hon. James Nacmanas, Of
Bolleionto, Centre County, to the Demo-
cracy Of Popnoylyant,, as proper candi-
date for Governor in 1850. Although too
Car in advanco to commit ourself in favor
of this or that gentleman for The post of
standard bearer ior our party in the cam
paiqu of 1860, yet we nave no hesitation in
endorsing the abilities and integrity OF
Mr.. Nacmanas, who has been long known
as rtaunch Democrat, an upright citi-
gtn and sound lawyer, and should Tho IN
te,,7t Of our stale ever be committed to
hi hands, We gro confident they will be
grarGed with faithful and sagacious vigl-
LAM.
Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1859-04-20

The PENNSYLVANIA LEGIsLATURE.--Jh
body, as has been previously announced,
adjourned sine die, on last Thursday, after
q session Of q little over three months
We had intended giving brief history OF
its acts during the recent session, but as
one Of our contemporaries very aptly re-
marks, .,they have performed so little OF
public importance, that it seems as if there
we're nothing to record except passenger
railway charters" acts OF incorporation,
and supplements to existing corporations,
and bills OF g private and personal charac-
ter" These however, arc necessary in
NAM instances, ard it is only TO be re-
)e,etted that cur laws do not furnish q
permanent remedy for many Of our incon'
vopiencies, atLainable at all times, and on
the SPOT where they exist, without annu,
ally occupying the time Of tie Legislature
| in romedyins specific evils, when an equal
number of the same class may spring Up
by Inc noxt session, ond 30 or ad 5toi,p5a.
Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1859-04-20
RICHARD SHAW,
JOSIAH r. REED,
JONATHAN BOYNT0N
GEORGE THORN,
JOHN PATTON,
Ercclltiln Cln,r ,,iittrr
April u, 1859.
Erecltive C0mmttcC

THEoPHILUs FIsKE, Esq.-We see it sta
ted that this gentleman has withdrawn
from the editorship of the Philadelphia
argus. We regret this, inasmuch as Mr.
F, was one of the most piquant, spicy and
effective newspaper writers Of the day
We hope his place may be well supplied
Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1859-04-20

reA. Road the able address of the Demo.
cratic State committee, in this paper.
New Orleans daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1851-1866, 1859-05-14
OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES.
CoMPTROLLER'S OFFICE, \
City Of New Orleans, April 8, 1859. !
r M. AQed

1
! { No. 1884.
to establish Railroads in the city Of New Orleans
dso Ths 4. cs%p,rosr :. and is hereby
vii s. reessed y the oss coSs
Gil Of New Orleans for the right Of twenty years from
persons desirous entering into
% 81 Ct % .s
ssss .r.ss Hs.s.s on 1sano stree.
sn s soSs the ,Sa s aide Of Gam.
IN
bss and ssn
to west side Of Rampant and along the side Of Rampant
es o. Tossans street
anr The latter stree. junction With Camp
pattern city Of phads and he ears ns
i'S sd
e. ao It to
rails Ra Ss
round stones ssesp. where Share sons exists
a sa q. 1 and ne
tractors shall keep the paved and unpyed through
ST az during said
between roleaano street. or for any
Fare street es and
III r. Ta shall s G five
more than horse mne Be used for each they shall
night the contractor contractors but
mot 4 @ ad intervals than every ten minutes daylight
O'Clock until midnight. " o 'e"
Said annually pay the ci,y
sn i real at the
ment Should the contractor refuse or ne.
templaed by this resolution city may cause the said
street streets to be repaired repayed the expense
b Ss Be
fore court OF competent Jurisdiction for the
CITY, That the speed Of sud shall six per
and shall bs provided with ample and
rear light Placed in conspicuous position
ishne or that be hereafter enacted
provisions OF this resolution, the part officer
poyee on said roads, the contractor shall
liable to all lines or darages arising thereform.
The said roads shall be simultaneously at Ca.
nal street. working and down. to completion of the
the said the supervision Of the CITY Sur
veyor in accordance with lines and levels be given him
and with specifications ne in his Office The LAYING said
contract and completed wi hin eighteen nhs from
commencement end should the
void The said shall furnish good and
solvent security lin the of thousand dollars the
and completion of said railroads within The
The right Of be awarded this parties Offering the
largest bonus for the privilege and the money paid
City Comptroller and endosed The proposals
constructing the City Railroads opened Comp
oler in The presence Of the Charen of the
Council
work done materials flu nshed for this every
lay and thereon. either the uco repairs
other of whatever kind shall BY the
contractor or contractors.
[Signedl GHAs. H.WALDO
ts, President Board Of Assistant Aldermen
lSigned1 J. o. NIXON
Apprcv we'd February H. 1859.
as g., lsgnedl GERARD sTITH, Mayor
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SHERIFFS SALES.
Ffrrn DIsrRIcr CauRr I ABRAHAM NJ. ostRpNE
Ct New orleans; JOHN WAY-No 1898

Of New Orleans Orleans, JOHN Wayne issss. VI
ny VIRTUE of writ or fferII tiaci n 9
~ to directed by tile honorable The Fit District Damn
of New oreans IN eabove entitled CAUSE will proceed Ia
sell Mt public auction Vt the City Hotel omr,on street bs
tween Camp and Magazine Streets on FRIDAY, Ay2Oth 1859
l. THE UNDIVIDED HALF PART OF A. LOT OF
GROUND situated y the Faubourg Lafayette IN the square
sey Laurel Josephnsa s. Andrew Said loi de-
sgnated BY the No lBS according plan deposited In the
office Of G. X. Srngs ate Notary Public In New Orleans
and measures 40 feet 2nehes front Jersey feet
In dhpth and front Josephine street, and ~ feet
width In the rear.
= THE UNDIvIDEDiHALF PART OF ANOTHER LOT
OF GROUND, with the buildings and
m the came square above according said
NJ g. r. Str!nge Notary by the No &c. and measuring ri feet
inches front jersey street by 100 feet in epfand
sn ST. Andrew street. a1d4i feet in width 10 the rear
Adjndicated to defendant succession Nasan Way
made on the 9th February, 1918.
Seized in the above suit.
TERMS-Cash on the spot
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@AnRIE DE LA NouynLLE-oRLEANs,

I'm VERFu de la No 4aog du fo,ssl Gon,m,
70 1850 avis present dome que Pin
; oe ia VIE de Ia Nouvel Orleans paver en-
ae dss dsax de- rne fasans face ma
&c rue Ste Marie la Andre Of iautrs de Ia ra str
az 10 rue dn Camp 10 Magasips
ms LAVISH an r II TTty Mai.
New Orleans daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1851-1866, 1859-05-14
PETITIoNs--oFFICIAL.
MAYoRALrY oR MRw nnIrANs

nv vpprnr City Hall, March I, 1879
rr. .dhIuE Of re.out No. 4oo Of the Common Council
Arch 1852 notice hereby given that II il .h in
ron hs hs CITY o. New Orleans have
Mtn square blocks the Camp street from al MAJ ~
hndrew street. and the other ST. Mary street from fn
charter isp ICY IN se VI T,, OF tne shy
New Orleans daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1851-1866, 1859-05-14

New ORLEANS, March %, 1850
To the Honorable the Common Council - ~
1r-r, of the city Of Nav Orleans
w =, inc undersigned, owners of real estate
fronting on johnson street respectfully request your
ofabe body to have brick scewa. borered
wooden cutters made street. the Canal Julia
street to Canal street The be at-
tude practicable The be afjIdicaed lowest hin.
DER by the tompoler afte five days in the official
ournai And petit ners bound will YER pray
New Orleans daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1851-1866, 1859-05-14
New ORLEANS, March L. 1859
10 the Honorable the Common Coulci Of the - 10''


w H. .,,, Inc anefsrsie ed, esyners OF p~opsrty
ronng on Basin street. respectfully yo.r hon.
osoe body 70 have the roadway paved with round
stone from Common to rod The surface to be semi
and Ct the highest auts prac icabls The same to
g the lowest bidder ~ the Comptroller
du hmm NvSla