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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-02-26
barring Feat at Niagara.

CroSying on .SiItr .ibore the fdiis.-A cor
respondent of the Chicago Press and Irl-
bune. gives the following particulars OF the
recent insane hazard ut Niagara Falls, OF
Sicnor Ga,pa Morclli, alias Andrew Green
leaf. dare devil Yankee boy, who. for ii wa
ger of $1,000. on Monday week, actually
crossed Niagara river, walking upon stills
between Goat Island and the Falls. lhis
writer says
.Punctually at o'clock, Morclli appeared
in fine spirits and condition. lie had with
him pair of stills about II feet long. made
of wrought iron. Hat. sharp-edged, and point
cd-shapcd. in fact almost precisely like Il
double-r,lged dagger. These were firmly
dashed to his legs. and he walked towards the
terrible river with confident smile. The
mornin" wa, clear and cold. but he was at
tired very lightly, in dress not unlike that
usually worn hy professional gymnaSts. At
ten minutes past seven he stepped INTO the
water which in another moment was boil
ing. surging. and rushing beneath his feet
The boldest of the lockers on held his breath
in suspense as the daring man rcccded from
the shore. He alone seemed unmovcd, and
passed on. slowly and carefully, avoiding the
the eddying current. His steps ut first were
very short and carefully made. but afterwards
became boldcr and longer.
The stills, of course, were so placed that
the current struck their sharp edges, and
produced but little effect; but the danger
from the sunkcn rocks, and the conviction
that single false step would send him to
death. produced feeling that was horribly
PAINFUL. Once OF twice he seemed 10 lose
his balance. and sickening shuddcr ran
through each one of the beholders. Recov-
cring himself, he still kept on-still rcceded,
until To our strairing eyes he could scarcely
he distinguished from the toaming waters.
The middle of the river was attained az last;
hours seem to have fled. but 1t was barely
seventeen minutes since he left the shore.
As he approached the deepest and most dan
gerous part of his route, the suspense became
more feariuly intense. Nuword was spoken,
except that one man offered another five dol
lars for moments use of his lorgnettc,
which offer passed unhecdcd. Just as Nor
ELI reached the swftest and deepest portion
of the current, he seemed 10 tottcr-slnk-he
threw up his arms. lclosed my eyes. Open
ing them Il moment after, saw that he was
still standing. a few moments more, and
he had reached the Canadian bank-and fell
exhausted into the arms of two men, who
were waiting for him.
1T this hour p. VI he has near Y recov-
cred. and thong h still in bed, receives the
congratulations of dozens Of visitors who
came pouring in. He left the American
shore $50 feet above the fall and came out
about 1000 feet above the Canadian. The
money has already been handed over to him,
and all will agree that it WAS fairly won
And vet, after all. Is the above tale true?
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-02-26

By the law of Ohio. passed few years
ago, ten per cent. per annum interest could
be legally charged for money by special con-
tract. otherwise, not over six per cent. This
law has just been repealed by the Leglsia-
ture of that State, and any rate over SIX per
ssnt per annum is now illegal, and conse-
nnently cannot be collected.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-02-26

Hon. John Letcher will open the Guber-
material canvass at Woodstock, at an early
dav
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-02-26

lust recevedat SIS, King street. corner ofRoya,
81 200 pairs Trace Chains Of superiaT quality
100 kegs assorted Gut nails
90 dozen papers Bristol Brick Powder, n new
article. These goods have been purchased at very
low prices and will be sold wholesale and retail,
cheap for cash, Also, received q beautiful assert
ment of Table, Pen and Pocket Cutlery, ct low
prices. Persons in want Of any article in the way
Of Hardware will please call:
feb 81 JOHN I. CREIGHTON
EtOX'S SPARKLING GELATINE: Osyood's
- indian Cholacogue, for Chills; payis Pain
Killer; Cod Liver Oil Jelly; Rattew eed Root Just
received and for sale by
JAMES ESTwISLR. Jr..
feb Is Apothecary, "a King St
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-02-26
Prince Napoleon and his Bride.

Prince Napoleon has just married girl
young enough to be his granddaughter, the
daughter of the King of Sardinia. She is
Ia, no nearly fifty. She an innocent, GIRL
ish creature, not by any means remarkable
for her attractions; he arom and blaze OF all
the luxuries of Paris life. The bride is said
to have lip not unlike that of her relative
Marie Louisa. She has most ancient blood
in her veins. without doubt, and on this ac-
count her father may well have heSItated, a.
he did, to commit his daughter, seeing he
has no son. to the precarious fortunes OF a
Napoleon 1t is said the influence OF the
Emperor of Russia was exerted to bring 1t
about. This is not unlikely, as it will divert
Napoleon Ill. from biz darlingproject ofcarv-
inc kingdom for him out of the prlEc!
naIities, which will thus be left open 10 Rus
sian aggression
In fact, this is a marriage Of convenience,
without one particle ofanything else to recon-
mendit Sardinia is without an heir, and the
marriage portion really is the herdom THAT
KINGDOM. after Victor Emanuel, man OF
boundless ambition. and who hopes, and per-
hans has convenanted for the aid of France
to make him King Of !taly.-Ph'td. Ledger.
oes REWARD will pay $40 ressrd tor
- 10 the recovery of my Goods, stolen from my
stors on Saturday night, the 18th inst, or so
for the recovery Of TIT Goods and the arrest and
conviction of tho thief or thieves.
e. oiet WILLIAM ARNOLD.
NOTICE TO FIsHERMAN.-l have just re-
ceiyed a fine assortMont Of Fishing Rope.
Seine Irvine. and Gilling Thread, for sale by
NATH. BOUSH,
"a, % No J. Twins Wharf
T3LIDR ISLAND GUASO.-Da'iy expected
H .srso If the above ueutiuned Gusno, eonsign-
"A TO u, by the agent, For sale by
Ian SIM KNOX 4 BRG.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1859-04-27
rRAH ANTON AHEAD
"a No'o IS the Itn,s for Bargaias 2,

W No0 IS The TINE for bargains -
Noc rs tie Time for BGryaiayitr
The undersigned has just received from the East
and opened at his store in Grahamton, Ciearfield
county, an extensive and we'll selected stock of
SPRING dND SUMNER GOODS
embracing every variety of Dry Goods Hardware,
Queensware. Groceries, etc. etc.
These goods have been selected with an especial
view to supply the wants of this community, and
viii be sold on the most reasonable terms They
VIII POSITIVELY be sold as cheap as the cheap
EST IN the country, for CASH.
Particular attention has been paid to the seIee-
ton of LADIES DRESS GOODS among which
are Plain and Fancy Silks. Plain Bareges Challes.
Barege Delaine, Robes, Embroidered collars and
sleeves Md Gloves ShawIs, "a great variety: Man
tIIlas trimmings; silk and Linen Fringes: Bon
nets of the latest styles; Bonnet Ribbons and trim
mings: DC Also, Parasols Hosiery, Gloves Mfts
5Isop and 1ndia-M Muls, Jaekonets Domestic and
French Ginghams, Lawns, Calicoes Barred and
Check Muslin, Diapers, Crash, Napkins, Ladies'
Halters, chidren's shoes de- and there is no doubt
that all can be well suited
ALSO, French cloths and cassimeres America n
cloths and cassimeres Marseilles vestings Boots
Shoes, Hats Caps, and general assortment of
mems and boys Summer wear.
lie has also stock of READY-MADE CLOTH
ING, which he will sell low.
The undersigned is determined to sell his goods
at the lowest prices for CASH. This is not mere
pretence and vain boast-he u1H do it.
JAMES B. GRAHAM
Grahamton, May 20, 1888.
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+ AGER! LAGER LAGER! LAGER
IL LAGER BEER SALOON


Eating House, Eating House! and Bakery,
Et.dttng House Eating House and Bakery.
rating House. Eating House, aank Bakery,
!, i ne undersigned takes thssmethod of informing
lne citizens of Clearfeld and the public in gener-
al; a mat Ina5 he has opened EATING HOUSE and
6AhEhi IN the room on Market street. known as
the 'st'la Je1o Store" where he will keep on and
general assortment IS of Confectionaries, such as
Candiesof all kinds, Nuts in great variety FIGS
Raisens, Prunes &C., dc. He will also keen Sie
aud Lager Beer at all times, which, he does not
hesitate to say. is superior article, and from tbe
best breweries in the west. ALSO, large assort
mentof Tobacco and Cigars, always on hand
As he is Baker by trade, he will always keen
a supply of FRESH BREAD and CAKES, as well
as PIES Of every description that the season will
afford. He will also bake to order, short no.
tice, anything of the kind that may be wanted
by the citizens of Clearfeld.
The public respectfully invited to call and
his stock, which he thinks cannot fail to meet
the wants and wishes of persons who desire any
of the articles in his line of business He solicits
and hopes to receive, liberal share of patronage
as II will be his constant aim TO accommodate aud
please all who may favor him with their custom
Can and judge for yourselves Remember the
place, the F'oLD JEW STORE on Marke street
Clearheld Iap2sJ WENDLIN ENTRIES.
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GooDsn GOODS u GooDsm GOODS ;.

~ NDCDS! GbODS.t GOODS " tfuDDSu
Fail 4- Winter G00asr Fan tS- Winter Gooag .
FaH j. Ft1tter GoodS! Fall j. Winter Go0as ,
The subscriber has received large and well Sc
lected stock of seasonable goods at his store room
on Market street, (nearly opposite the Clearfield
House,) Clarified. Pa, which he will sell cbcap
His stock consists of general assortment Of good
DRY GOODS, GROCERIES, HARDWARE.
QUEENSWARE, GLASSWARE, DRUGS & OILS
and host of other articles that are frequently
sought after; among which can be found an ex-
enslve and varied selection of the latest and neat
est styles and best quality, of plain and fancy
CASSIMERES, CLOTHS, SATTINETS
SATIN FES1ING, TWEEDS, HATS & CAPS.
and an extensive variety of Boots and Shoes for
either Ladies', Gentlemen or Children; with al
most every other article that may be wanted by
the citizens Of the town and surrounding vicinity
Particular attention is especially directed to his
selection OF Ladies Dress foods, among which are
DUCALs, PERsIANCLoTH, DEBEIGE,
C0BURGS, CASHMERES. DELAINES
ALPACAS, FRENCH MARIN0S, PLAIDS
and a full assortment of Bonnets for tho season
The pressure of the money market having had
the effect of reducing the price of many articles
OF merchandise. the undersigned has been enabled
to buy his stock at such rates that be can sell goods
at prices to suit the times And having hereto
fore endeavored to please his customers both in
the quality OF goods and the prices at which he
sold them, he hopes to receive reasonable share
of patronage. All in want of goods, will please
cali in and examine his stock of cheapest goods
Country produce taken in exchange for goods
October 27, 81 VIM F.IRWIN
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I OOK HERE. LOOK HERE 1.-The un-
~ dersigned take this method of informing the
public generally that they have entered into CO.
partnership in the Black thing business, and
can be found at the shop formerly occupied by Ja-
cob Shunkweiler, on Third street, in the borough
of Ciearfeld, where they will be pleased to see
their old customers, and many new ones as can
make it convenient, to give them call.
Bring on your hoes. your spades, and picks,
Your log chains and your pulling sticks,
Your sleds, your sleighs, your horse and mare,
No three year old, shall then go bare.
Your spears vel work up then just right,
To pruning hooks for every hight,
Your swords too, shall then be wrought
To plough-shares such rs Cam ne'er bought
j. .SHUNKWEILER,
Dec. 6, 1853 GEORGE ". ORR.
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EHLEMING HOTEL, tFoRMERLY KNOWN
~ ASIIE GAQl INIEN,E Gig W .N-sN

ENLEMING HOTEL, (FORMERLY KNOWN
IL AS THE GOOD INTENT T)CURWENSyILLE,
Cleariield County, Pa.-The subscriber begs leave
to inform his old customers and the public gene
rally that he has recently taken the above we'll
known stand. and that he has entirely reftted and
refurnished it in style adapted to the age. and
the wants of the entire travelling community.
HIS TABLE will always be provided with every
luxury the markets and surrounding country will
afford. HIS BAR will be supplied with the choi-
cest wines and liquors. HIS STABLES, which
are the best and most commodiOus on the road
within day g travel, will always be in charge of
careful and attentive hostiers In short, every
department of his establishment will be supplied
with all the comforts and conveniences the weary
traveller could desire. WM. A. MASON.
CurMensYille Juue 2 1853
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TosHUA s. JOHNSON, CABINET MAKER

- having fitted up a shop a few doors east of
the 'old jew Store" on Market street, desires to
inform the community at large. that ne KEEPS on
hand a variety of CABINET WORN at his
shop, and that he manufactures to order. (of gu
perior fnish.) every description of Household and
Kitchen furniture, among which are Centre and
Dining Tables; Mahogony and Common Bureaus !;
Common and Fancy Bedstcads, Stands Safes CUP
boards. Sofas, Lounges, &c, which he is determin
ed TO dispose Of at cheap rates. for cash as thew
can be purchased at any other establishment OF
the sort in the county Persons wishing to buy
furniture invited to come to his shop and or
anime his articles. and judge for themselves of its
quality and finish, before purchasing elsewhere,
as he feels confident that he suit them in prico
and quality. CSuRtry produces will be taken In
payment for furniture. November TO- 1855
N b. He is also prepared to m axe coFFINS to
order on the shortest notice, and attend funerals
with hearse, when called upon. J. s. J.
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OA.-NEW WAGON MANUFACToRY

IL The undersigned would respectfully an
nounee to his friends and the public generally,
that he has opened out new Wagon-M Making Es-
tablishment in ''New Salem City," Brady town
ship, where he will at all times be prepared to
manufacture, on the shortest notice, all kinds of
Wagons, Carts, Wheelbarrows &c. The best ma
terial that can be procured will be used, and his
work viii be made in the most substantial and du-
rable manner, such will bear the test of strict
examination. By close observance of his busi-
ness engagements, and by disposirg of his work
the most reasonable terms, which he will do
for either cash or approved country produce, he
hopes to merit and receive liberal share of pub
lie custom BENZ. RISHEL.
New Salem City JAN Is 1856
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COUNTY DIRECTORY

PrestJudge-Bon- James Burnside, Bellefonte Pa
As'te .Judge@Hon VIM. L. Moore, Clearfeld
Hon. Benin. Bonsail, Luthersburg
Sheriff. Fred'k G. Miller, ClearfeId
Prothonotary, George Walters,
Peg. Rec. James Wrigiey,
Treasurer. John Mcpherson.
Distric. Atty, Robert j. Wallace,
Co. Surveyor, John L. Cutie,
Commits n RS, John Irwin. Sr. ClearfeId
George Earhard, NewMiIlport
William McCracken, Lumber City.
Auditors Peter Hoover, CurwensYille.
Aaron G. Tate, CIearfeld
Isaac w. Graham,
Coroner. George Richards CIear6eId
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HLEARFIELD HOUSE, CORNER OF

~ FIRST AND MARKET STREETS CLEAR
FLED, PA.-The undersigned would respectfully
inform his friends and the travelling pubic in
general, that he has taken the above house for
merly known the HempttU Hotel.) and that
the house has been recently reitted improved
and newly furnished; that extensive stabling
has just been completed; and that he is pre-
pared to accommodate all who may give him
a call in the most pleasing and agreeable m amer
He is amply provided with everything to render
his house desirable stopping place, and viii
endeavor to entertain his guests in manner that
cannot fail TO give the fullest satisfaction. The
house is situated in pleasant and quiet part of
the town, and no expense attention win be spa
red to make it of the best houses in the county
liberal patronage is respectfully solicited. His
bar will be supplied with an assortment of choice
liquors. june2'5SI II. HAYS MORROW.
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TERMs OF TIE JOURNAL.

The RAFTsHAS'S JOURNAL is published on We'd
nesday at 81 so per snnum in advance. If not
paid at the beginning Of the year, $500 viii be
charged.
ADVERTISEMENTS viii be inserted at 81 90 per
square of 12 lines for three less insertions. For
every additional insertion % cents will be eharg
ed A deduction viii be made to yearly adver-
fIsers
No subscription taken for a shorter time than
elk months, and paper viii be discontinued un-
til all arrearsses paid, except at the option of
the publisher s. B. ROW.
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The RAF TsHlAN'S JOURNAL,
DUBLIC HousE.-The und,

DUBLIC HOUSE.-The undersigned res
IL pectfulIy announces to the travelling public
in general that he now occupies the Tavern house
mile east of S Bauder's old stand, in Covington
township, where he is prepared TO accommodate
all who may favor him with their custom His
house is commodious and well ada pied to the en-
tertainment Of travellers and his table will always
be provided with the best that the market can af-
ford. His stable is also convenient and good
March 9, 1859. BENJAMIN SNIDER
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nN HIS OWN HOOK JOHN GURLIcH.
" CABINET MAKER.-The subscriber wishes
to inform his old friends and customers thar he
is now carrying on the Cabinet Making businese
ON ''his own hook" at his old shop on Market
Street, nearly opposite the ''od jew Store" where
he keeps on hand and is prepared to manufacture
to order every description of Cabinet Ware, that
may DO wanted in this section of country; con-
sisting of Sofas, Lounges, Mahogony and Common
Bureaus Writing and Wash Stands; Centre. Din
ing and Breakfast Tables Mahogany and Com
mon Bedsteads; Sewing Stands, dc. sc. He will
also repair furniture and chairs. in good STYLE
cheap for cash House Painting done on hort no
tice, and easy terms. Now is the tirno TO buy at
reasonable prices, as | intend to sell every thing
in my line of business at the cheapest cash rates
Walk in and examine the articles on hand aad
Judge for yourselves. of the quality and finish.
Country produce received in payment
April IL, 1889 JOHN GUELICH.
j Collins made TO order on short notice and
funerals attended with neat hearse and appro-
pirate accompaDyments. when desired. j q.
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E,oR SALE OR RENT-A VALUABLE

H. TAVERN STAND AND FARM of IS acres
OF Land, 65 of which are cleared and under cult
vation, situate on Clearield Creek, the main
road leading from Clearield town to CiearieId
Bridge, in Clearfeld county, Pa. and three miles
from the former place. The house is large, new,
well calculated fer r Tavern. and will command
nearly all the custom of the watermen during the
freshets which usually last from four to six weeks
There are also good Barn. Wood Shed Wash and
Base House, and various other buildings necessa-
~ for convenience and comfort. The terms of sale
will be made easy-say four annual payments
For further information inquire of l. j. Grams
Esq, DR.. A. /. Schryyer, James H. Larifser Esq
Clearfeld or l.. W. Weld. Glen Hope, Clearfctd
county, Pa. Possession can be given so that th5
buyer or rentor have the benefit of the spring
business. which alone will amount to more til an
double the rent A, T. SCHRYFER.
CIearfeld Pa, January s. lS59-tf
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rr,o TEACHERS. DIRECTORS AND pa.

i RENTS.-The "Practical photographic Chart.
designed to exhibit the Natural and Organic Ar
rsngement of the sounds heard in the English Ian
guale." and the Key TO the same, Containing
Definitions and Forms for photographic hnalysis'
are now published. and will be sent by mail, post
paid, receipt of the prices being as follows -
One Chart aud Key so cents One Chart in colore,
and Key, 90 cents Two Charts and three Keys,
81; Four Charts and eight Keys, 81; Ten Charts
and eighteen Keys, s5. Keys, per copy, ls cents
Keys. per dozen. 81 so. Copies of the Key for OK
animation sent receipt of II cents. Directors
desiring to supply their districts will be allowed
reasonable discount on the above prices Less
than one dollar may be remitted in postage
stamps. Address, JOHN '" FOULkS,
Jan 26. so Indiana, Indiana CO.. Pa
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EyOR SALE, THE FARM occupied by John
IL f. Wiley in Ferguson township. containin z
loo acres, 80 cleared; house, barn and other
buildings thereon erected.
ALSO, so acres Of land or the timber thereon.
situate in Pike township within one and 4 half
miles of the river good road to haul.
For further description and terms apply to
l.. J. GRAMS,
May 20. 1857. Clearfeld.
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The plaques Of Cuba are mosquitoes, ants
and cockroaches. The latter eat your clothes,
boots and buttons and toe nails the ants your
provisions, and one species your house and all
kinds of vegetation; while the mosquitoes,
more modest, eat nothing but yourself, espe-
cialy if YOU are new conner.
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IRON DEP POT. KEPT B
Il MTTI2 R L. a. (rAETIE.R
Dec. 6, 1853.

Il MERRELL d CARTER,
ON SECOND STREET, CLEARFIELD, PA,
Is the place where all the following articles can
be had at reduced prices Bar Iron of all sizes by
the small or by the quantity; Cast Steel, of vari-
Gus sizes and best quality large assortment of
Stoves, among which win be found the NEW
WORLD COOK. OAK PR ElHTU1I, GREAT
REPUBLIC, BUCKS PATTENT, and tie
Eierated Minnesota. ALSO, a large assortment
of Nine plates and Paror Stoves, and Air Tights
of various patterns. ALSO, Plows of the best
and latest patterns. ALSO, of their own man.
ufaeturing large assortment of Tin-ware, Stove
pipe, Sheetiron pans of all Sizes and all articles
of the kind in their line kept always hand.
House Spouting done to order, and Tin Roofing
done with dispatch ALSO, large assortment
of all kinds of house keeping utensils constantly
on hand. COUNTR Y MERCHANTS are in
vited to call, they be aecomm odated at
very low figures, with anything in line. All
orders win be thankfully received and promptly
attended to. o. b. MERkELL,
L. R. CARTER.
N Z. They Will also receive every variety of
articles commission. at low rates NJ & C.
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SUsQ QUEHAN MA nous

- q S Q U f HAN MA HOU s Z
- CHreea,sriiie, CIezyfcid County, Pel,n'a.
The subscriber, formerly of the Exchange Hotel,
Philipsburg having taken the ABOVE house situate
in the east end OF the Borough OF Curwensville.
the bank of the Susquehanna River, would res
pectfully announce to the travelling public, that
he is fully prepared to accommodate strangers
and all others who may favor him with a call.
The house is new, well furnished, large and com
modions and travellers will find every convenience
necessary to their comfort. Ample stabiing is at
tached to the premises DAVID JOHNSTON.
Curwensville, February IL. 1858.
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- undersigned takes this method TO announce
to the citizens Of Clearfeld and the surrounding
country, that he has opened Barber Shop, on
Market street, in Shaws new row.where he is pre-
pared to accommodate all who may give him a
call, and hopes to receive liberal patronage
Oct. 6, 1858. JEREMIAH NORRIS