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The Placer herald., 1859-07-09
A Californis Sirocco!

Friday last, the 18th inst, will be long
remembered by the inhabitants OF Santa
Barbara, from the burning, blasting heat ex-
perienced that day, and the effects thereof;
indeed. it is said that for the space Of thirty
wears, nothing in comparison has been felt
in this country, and, we doubt, in any other.
The sun rose like ball Of fire on that day;
but though quite warm, no Inconvenience
was caused thereby until two o'clock in the
afternoon, when suddenly blast Of heated
air swept through our streets, followed quick
ly by others, and shortly afterwards the at
mosphere became so intensly heated, that no
human being could withstand its force-all
sought their dwellings and had to shut doors
and windows, and remain for hours confined
to their dwellings The effects Of such in
tense and unparalleled heat was demonstrat-
ed by the death Of calves, rabbits, birds,
&C., &c. The trees were all blasted, and
the fruit, such as pears and apples, literally
roasted on the trees ere they fell to the
ground, and the same as il they had been
cast on live coals but, strange to say, they
were only burned on one side-that is, the
direction from whence came the wind. All
kinds Of metal became so heated, that for
hours nothing Of the kind could be touched
with the naked hands. The thermometer
rose nearly to fever heat-in the shade, but
near an open door; and during the preva-
lence Of this properly called sirocco, the
streets were filled with impenetrable clouds
of fine dust. or pulverized clay. Speculation
has been rife since to ascertain the cause OF
such terrible phenomenon; but though we
have heard Of many plausible theories there
on, we have not been fully convinced yet;
however, that might be, We see its terrible
effects all around us, in blghted trees, ruin
ed gardens, blasted fruit, and almost gene
raj destruction Of the vegetable kingdom
here. We hope we will never see the like
again. Santa Barbara Gazette.
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NOTICE.

NOTlCE.
In the matter of the Application of CllARLES
TRAFTON for the benefit of the act for the
relief of Insolvcnt Debtors and protection of
creditors, passed May 4th, 1868.
DUKSUANT to order of the Hon. B. +. Myres,
Il Dist. Judge Of the llth Judicial District.
in and for said County. the creditors of the said,
Charles Trafton an insolvent debtor are hereby
notified TO be and appear before the District,
Court of said county, at Auburn on Monday, the
or within sodays from 'l the publication Of thi.
notice. then and there to show cause, il any they
can, why the prayer of the said petition should
not be granted and be discharged from bis debts
in manner prescribed by law.
In witness whereof have hereto
H. 81 set my hand and affixed the seal OF
said Court this 18th day Of June
A. D., 1859.
HENRY GOODING. Clerk.
BY w. A JOHNSON, Deputy.
Tuttle Il Hillyer Atty's., for petitioner.
Auburn, June 18th, '59-5w
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LEGAL NOTICES.

SHERIFF'S SALE....By virtue Of an exc
~ cution to me directed and delivered, on the
28th day Of May, A. D. 1859, issued ont Of the
Hon. District Court for the County Of Placer and
State of California, on a Judgment rendered in
said court, on the 2Sth day of May, A. D. 1859,
in favor Of Edward Mcdonald and against James
A. Hart for the sum of two bundreth and eighty
sever 77-100 dollars, with interest upon the sum
of s2S7 77.0O from the 2Sth day Of May, A. D..
1859, at the rate of ten per cent per annum and
for costs of suit taxed at s67 351OO have levied
upon and will expose to public sale. to the high
est bidder for cash. Mt the Court House door ill.,
the town of Auburn,
On Friday, the Sth day Of July, 1859,
at the hour of 10 o'clock, A. NJ, all the right title
interest and claim which the said James A. Hart
had on the 18th day of May 1869, in and to the
following described property, to-wit:
The undivided fourteenth part I9oEe OK less Of
the mining ground known as the Light 'oot conn.,
pNnies claims the tunnel of which company is IN
Wells field at Birds Valley, near Michigan Bluff,
said LightfOot claims having front of four hun.
dred and twenty feet more or less, and adjoining
the claims in which Doctor Higbee is now inter-
ested and known us the "Higbee claims" also the
third part of the mining ground known as the
prospect claims," on the North Fork of Poor
Mans Gulcb near said Michigan Bluff the same
being 800 feet in length, more or less, running
from certain burnt stump, at the lower end of
said claims, to o certain Pine tree In the centIe,
of the gulch at the upper end of said claims; ths
small ditch from Poor Mans Gulch to FL Dorado
Hill crosses said claims nearly in the centre; to-
gether with like interest respectively iq the fix
lures, tools, rights, privileges and incidents in
anywise belonging to said claims; also the right
of redemption of said James A. Hart to redeem
a certain Chattle mortgage executed by James A.
Hart on the 10th day of May. A. D. 1853, to LIE
vim l. l1efter, to secure the payment of promis,
sorry note for the sum of three hundred and twenty
one dollars. payable at the store of Levin u Hef
ter on demand with interest at the rate of ten peg
cent per annum till paid The property mortga
ged being the aforesaid undivided interest in the
mining claims, fixtures, tools, rights, privileges.
and incidents in anywise belonging. Said mort
gage being recorded on Book 3. of Chattel Mort
cages pages 3l3 Il 3l4 records Of Placer county
Also certain one story frame house, Ii feet front
the East side Of the Main street of said Michi-
gan Bluff, laying tetween the Office of DR.. J. !.
Wilson and J. Hymans Jewelry store, and known
as the "Albion Restaurant" with the ground on
which il stands and connected Herewith and all
the appurtenances and privileges thereunto up
pertaining or belonging. All of which named
and described property shall sell as aforesaid,
or much thereof as may be sufficient to satisfy
the above Judgment, together with costs due and
to become due thereon.
CflAS. KING, Sheriff.
By GEo JOHNSTON, Deputy.
Shcrit's Office, Auburn, 18th June, lS59.-3w
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HOTELS, SALOONS, &C.
AMERICAN HOTEL,
AND GENERAL STAGE OFFICE
Fire-prOOf Brick Building,
AUBURN, CAL.

G. w. GALLEY, PRopRIEToR.
"AVING opened this fine Hotel the Propric-
u IL tor desires to return thanks to his numerous
friends for their former patronage while engaged
in the hotel business in other portions of the
county, and invites continuance of their past
favors. The american" is new. iireproot, and
splcnddly furnished throughout in Parlors. Bed
rooms Dining room, and Bar From" long ex-
perence in the business he hattcrs himself to
10 give entire satisfaction to those who may ia-
vor the House with their patronage. The TABLE
will be supplied with the best tc be had in the
Market. The BAR always furnished with the best
of LIQuoRs and CIGARS; and the BEDS neatly
kept.
EH- The Office of the California Stage Compa-
pany is kept ~ this Hotel where passengers can
take the Stages Daily for Sacramento Nevada
Ditch Flat, lowe Iliii Yankee Jims. Forest Hill,
etc. etc, and tri-wcekly to Marysvillc.
Auburn. June 18th. 1S59.-my.
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NEW CIGAR
AND TOBACCO STORE.
HOME MANUFACTURE!
III. HARRIS s. CO.,

III. HARRIS s. CO.,
In Holiness Stone Building, Main Street,
AUBURN, C.4L.
THE citizens of Auburn and Placer county are
l. invited to call at the NEW STORE of the un-
dersigned, ut the place above mentioned. and ex
emine and try their choice varieties of CIGARS
and TOBACCO manufactured from the HAVANA
LEAF, and which will be found to excel any stock
ever brought into and offered in this market, and
which they offer at prices which will command
ready sales, either at wholesale retail. Harris
Il Co Manufacture their oDn Cigars, and can
consequently recommend and warrant them what
they are represented TO be. Call and see us. and
we will use our best efforts to give satisfaction
and secure share of public patronage.
ii. HARRIS & co.
MAY 2Ist, lS59.-my
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LEGAL NOTICES.
Application for Pardon.

Application for Pardon.
THE PEOPLE or THE
STATE OF CALIFORNIA In the Court of Sessions
VS. Placer County.
GEO. SAVERS.
To the Hon. Z. II. VANDECAR Judge of the
Court of Sessions, and p. W. THOMAS, District
Attorney.
You are hereby notified that Geo. SAVERS in
tends to apply to the Governor of the State of
California for pardon from the sentence pro-.
nounced upon him in said Court at the May term
A. d. 1859.
TUTTLE Il HILLYER Attys for Deft.
Filed June llth, A. d. 1859, HENRY GooDING
clerk.
Service of copy is acknowledged this llth
day of June A. d. 1859.
PHILIP W. THOMAS District 4 attorney.
Z. II. VANDEcAR, County Judge Of Placer Co..
California.
Auburn. June 18th l659.--5w
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Grocery & Provision Store
WIN. B. WILSON.
HI Holmes Fire Proof Brick building,
.fUBER.N, C.dL.

HAS opened at the above we'll known stand.
Il n Family Grocery Store where will be kept
ut all times a full supply of articles demanded
by the trade, such as Flonr, Corn Meal Barley.
Wheat, Bran. Shorts, Beans Potatoes. Rice,
Sugar Tea Coffee. Candles Fish, Bacon. Cordagc,
Stonewarp all kinds of Oils and Paints. Burning
Fluds, Window Glass, Brushes. Tar and Greese,
etc. etc.
Fresh Butter. Eggs and Cheese, will be kept at
all times and families may rely upon obtaining
the best and freshest in the market.
The patronage Of the public is respectfully
solicited. the undersigned being determined to
sell at the lowest cash rates. Remember the
stand in Holmes Brick Building.
WILLIAM B. WILSON.
Auburn June llth. lS59.-my.
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TREAsURER'S NOTICE.

NOTICE is HEREBY GIVEN, that all per.
~ sons in the County Of Placer who are en-
gnged in the business Of selling Merchandise. and
Liquors in less quantities than aquart, Gold Dust
Buyers, Pack Peddlers also. Keepers Of Livery
Stables, Billiard Tables. Bowling Alleys, Auc
tioneers, Theatrical and Circus Companies, must
procure, or renew their License within ten days
after expiration or their names will be handed &c
the District Attorney for prosecution.
GEO. W. APPLEGATE, Co. Treasurer.
Auburn, June 4th. lS59-my
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NOTICE

To Holders of Placer County Warrants.
4 LII ACCEPTED County Warrants from No.
IA 1861, to No. 1879. dated Nov. 18th, 1856. will
be paid on Saturday, June 4th. 1859. And if
not presented for payment within sixty days from
this date, the money will be applied to the pay
ment of warrants next in order Of registry. in ac-
cordancc with an Act of the Legislature, APPROX
ed March 3lst, 1887.
GEO. w. APPLEGATE. County Treasur r.
Treasurer's Office. June 4th. 1859.
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The Pavilion at Sacramento, for the use
of the State Agricultural Society, was com
menced on the 18th of June. The contract
cost Of the building is $2l,ooO. John p.
Kirwan is the contractor.
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TREASURER'S SPECIAL NOTICE.
ALL persons dealing in any business requir-
ing license arc hereby specially notified TO
renew or procure license for the same, osI in
tend to hand over all dclinqucnts names to the
District Attorney on the lst day of July.
GEO. w. APPLICABLE, 3w
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ScANr PArrKRN.-A traveller in Hayti
thinks that two yards each is rather too high
an estimate for the quantity of cloth employ
ed in the wardrobe Of the women there.
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MISCELLANEOUS.
NOTICE

NOTICE
TuNO the Subscribers in the Sacramento, .4uburn
Il and Nevada Railroad Company. The sub
scrbers to the stock of the above-named Com
pany are hereby notified that the five per cent.
will be due, (as agreed upon by the subscrbers)
on Friday, the 18th day OF July, 1889. at which
time all are requested to pay their respective
amounts to the undersigned. The above notice
is given to comply with the requisition Of the
law relating to the formation of Railroad Com
panies. JOHN Q. JACKSON, Treasurer
.auburn, June 25th. l859.-3wks
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Oysters.
N B.-FAmilies will be supplied with Fresh
Oysters at the rate of $l.75 per hundred in the
shell, or 5000 per hundred shelcd.
Auburn, May 2lst, ls59--my
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To the Creditors of Richard Hinch.

10 tH0 V1cU1CO1S O1 NICudIU 11IUCN'
DURSUANT to An order of the Hon. E. II.
California. the creditors of said insolvent are
hereby notified to be and appear before said
Judge, ut chambers, in the town of Auburn, said
county. on the 5th day of July. A. d. 1859, at 10
o'clock, NJ, then and there to show cause if any
they can, why an assignment of the estate of s, id
insolvent should not be made, and he discharged
from his debts in manner prescribed by law, and
that in the meantime all legal proceedings against
him be stayed, except as specially prescribed y
statute.
49, Given under my hand and the seal
II LIS. of the County Court of said
- county. this Sd day of June
A. d. 1885,
HENRY GOODlNG, County Clerk.
H. R. Hawkins, Attorney for petitioner
June 4th lS59.-5w
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HAVE just received a new stock of cloth II
Il Il ing, and other goods kept in the trade, ~
respectfully invite the attention Of the ILL
public to the same as they intend selling them at
the lowest cash prices.
The Stock consists of Black Blue, and other
colors of fine Dress, Frock, and Business Coats.
Various colors and qualities of Sack Coats, Reef
ing Jackets, etc.
Pants of every color and quality. and at all
prices. Satin, Silk, Velvet and Marseilles Vests,
plain and figured.
Hats, Caps, Boots, Shoes and Slippers, Blan-
kets, Trunks, etc.
Also large stock Of gents Furnishing Goods,
consisting of White and Colored Shirts, Under
Shirts, Over Shirts Collars. Handkerchicfs, Sra
watts. Suspenders, Gloves, etc.
All of which will positively be sold at prices
to suit customers. Call and see.
LIPSETT e. GIBSON.
Auburn, March 5th, l859.--my
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A. +. COVE. A. &. GORDON
CHEAP FOR CASH.
UNION STOR e.

NHE undersigned keep constantly on hand
/ at this old stand a we'll selected stock of
Groceries, Provisions, Hardware,
and such goods generally as are found in coun-
try store. All of which will be sold at pery lor
prices for cash. COVE Il GORDON.
Auburn. April 10, S5S. my.
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MISCELLANEOUS.
AUBURN
STEAM FIGURING MILLS.

VuNIlE undersigned are pleased TO inform the
IL public that the enlargement and improve
ment of their mill having been completed they
will commence running on Monday the 9th inst.
when they will manufacture the best quality of
Extra Supcrfine Flour for Family and Baker $
use and also. GRIND Barley, feed stuf's, &C., &c.
Both merchant and custom work will be done.
Farmers wishing to dispose of their Wheat and
Barley will please give us II CALL as we arc ready
to purchase ut all times.
STovE WooD.-Wc will keep on hand. at all times
seasoned stove wood cut to any desired length,
and will supply customers at shortest notice.
WAGNER X co.
Aul,urn Cnptnn,hprl 1873
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ORLEANS HOTEL.
MIN STREET,
AUBURN, CALIFORNIA.

AUBURN, CALIFORNIA.
TIlE undersigned would unexpectedly call IL.z-A
l. the attention Of the Travelling Pub 1aaa.m
lie, to the superior accommodations offer-@Is
ed ut this old established and we'll known Hotel.
The House is well finished and furnished through
out, and the rooms kept in the best of order. The
Bar supplied with good liquors, and the Table not
surpassed in the country. Terms moderate, and
every attention paid TO the comfort of guests
G5- Boarders by the Day or Week takenat the
lowest rates. JACOB GIBSON,
Auburn, Feb. 10th, ls59-my Proprietor.
n B.-The old customers of the House wnl be
pleased 70 learn that Mrs. Gibson Onte MRS.
ELLIOTT). still assists in the charge of the Hotel.
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Notice to the Creditors Of VIM. Bisset.

Notice to the Creditors of VIM. Bisset.
DURSUANT to an order of the Hon. E. II.
Il Vandecar, County Judge of Placer county,
California, the creditors of sad insolvent are
hereby notified to be and appear before said
Judge, at Chambers in the town of .1uburn, said
county on the 25th day OF July, A. D. 1853, at o'
o'clock, A. M. then and there to show cause if any
they can, why an assignment of the estate Of the
said insolvent should not be made. and he
discharged from his debts in manner prescrib.
ed by law and that in the mean time shall ALI
legal proceedings against him be stayed, except
as specially prescribed by statute.
- Given under my hand, and the
LIS. Seal of the County Court of
(~) said county, this 18th day Of
June, A. n. 1859.
HENRY GOODING, County Clerk.
June. 25th, l859.-5w
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DRowNEp.-A man by the name of Louis Mat
teson fell overbonrd from the slOop Vigilant,
near San Lexndro Point. rec ntly. and could not
be recovered. He leaves u wife living in Mar
ket street, San Francisco. Matteson wasa Dane
by birth.
To BE APPEALED-The case of Hervcy Sparks
va the Steamship Sonora, in which decision
was rendered u few days since in the United
States District Court, will be appealed.
FIRE IN SoNORA.-On Tuesday morning. June
2sth. a large frame building on Woods Creek,
in the north end of Sonora, WAS discovered to be
on fire, and before the hose companies could get
on the spot it burned to the ground.
DOND FoRFEITED.-The bond Of Edward Nc
Gowan, indicted for gaming, was declared forfeit
ed in the Court of Sessions of Sacramento cOun-
Sy. on Tuesday last.
AcctDESr.-We regret to state, says the Nnpa
Herald. that r. Launceford's son. Of Napa Val
ley. had one Of his heels dangerously mashed. by
being caught between the cogs Of threshing ma
chine while playing with number of children
on Sunday last.
The FLOOD IN THE YuBA.-It appears that the
late rise Of the Yuba river was occassiOned by
the breaking away of the long dam at the Eureka
Lakes. The dam was blown up by two men, for
whose apprehension the company has offered a re-
ward Of $1,000.
ALMOST FIxE.-A camphepe lamp in the
Arcade Saloon, says the Nevada Democrat, was
upset On Saturday evening. but, by the exertionr
OF some persons present, the fire was extinguish-
ID, probably saving the town.
petition was circulated in Shasta on We'd
nesday last ftr the purpose of raising money to
clear the Sacramento River for navigation, to the
mouth OF Middle Creek, two and half miles
from Shasta The petition Is numerously signed.
and the sum of ten thousand dollars subscrib.
~ in short time for the purpose.
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NOTICE. -Henccforth will conduct a general
Merchandise Business at the old stand.
W. N. LEET.
Junc 4tb 1S1g.-lm f
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THE UNDERSIGNED would respectfully in
i form the citizens Of Auburn and vicinity that
he has commenced the business of UPHOLSTERY
and PAPER-H Angling, in the building adjoin-
ing the Orleans Hotel, where he will be prepared
to execute all orders that may be entrusted to
him, with dispatch, and at the very lowest prices
Also--PIungc and Shower Baths, so cents.
JOHN X. STEVEN.
Anturn ADrl 23d 1S59.-my
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NOTICE.
TIME Co-Portnership heretofore existing be-
Il tween us, under the name and style of S.
T. Leet Co., is this day dissolved by mu-
tual consent All accounts OF the firm will be
settled by S. T. Leet. s. T. LEFT.
W. N. LEFT
Michigan Bluff, June lst, 1859.
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S. d. Wyman offered the following resolution
which was adopted:
Rrsolrrd, That we recommend that the Demo
cratic voters of Fullcr's Ranch to send on" Dele
gate to said Convention, and that said Delegate
DE admitted 10 u seat.
On motion the Committee then adjourned until
August 18th. 1859, nt 10 o clock. A.. NJ.
J. A. HILL, Chairman.
". A. JOHNSON. Secretary.
LATE PApEHs-We are indebted to Mr..
Morrell, of the Auburn Book Store, for the
latest papers brought by the last steamer.
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AEEDlCAL LIQUORS l. WINES, of the pur
Nl est aud best to be found in the market
For sale nv S. w. MORRELL.
Msrch 5th, my
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DERFUMERY, of every variety. For sale by
S. W. MORRELL.
March 9th, my
Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1858-1860, 1859-08-18
From the Knoxville Wing, Aug. 10.

On Friday night, the Opposition party eel
ebrated their victory in this end Of the State
with torch-light procession, and speaking
| until midnight. Though it had rained all
day, aud the mud was abundant, an unusu-
| ally large crowd of citizens of the town and
country convened in front of the Lamar
House, at an early hour, with their brilliant
fire lights and called for the speakers.
Hon. Horace Maynard introduced the
gallant Netherland to the audience in some
very forcible and appropriate remarks. Mr..
Netherland appeared on The verandah, with
his hat of, with all that manliness OF face,
and good humor characteristic of the man,
aud after the cheering of the crowd subsidized,
he proceeded TO address them in u speech of
moderate length, every sentence of which was
appropriate aud well timed. His remarks
were received with laundering rounds OF APP
plause. He thanked them for the overw helm
ing vote they had given hm-congratulated
them on their success in the gains they had
made in the race Tor Governor-the gains
they had made in electing members of the
Legislature, aud their signal triumph in sew
en- Congressional Districts, out OF teni He
felt proudly conscious of having done his
whole duty-he felt that be had come out of
the contest without any scars-returned the
banner he had borne aioft during the con-
hict untarnished aud without dIsh0nor-and
as for bimself he was ready To join them In
the great battle of 1860. and to fight on I'M
| al complete victory should crown their eff
forts. And amidst one long, loud, and deaf
ening shout, the speaker took his seat,
making as tine an impression he has ever
done ON any occasioul
Mr.. Maynard then introduced Mr. Nelson,
the member OF Congress elect from the iirst
district, la terms both hattering and just.
Mr.. Nelson, though born in the county OF
Roane, on what is known as the old Eskridge
Farm. was raised ia the town OF Knoxville
educated AT the University OF East Tennessee,
la this city, and read law in the Office OF
and under. I. l.. Williams. He is great
| lavorte with the Wings of this, aud Indeed
OF every county ia East Tennessee. They
lelt deep interest in hls election. and when
| he appeared sIn.dst the brillianl showing OF
The hue hghts, such loud, esthusiastic, and
long continued cheering was never heard 10
The streets. When. however. abe cheering
and enthusiasm subsidized, be led of in oHe oi
The hnest speeches We ever heard from his
lips, aud We have been hearing him Tor tseil'