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The Nevada Democrat., 1859-11-09
p~otect,on from Fire.


We believe there is not another townin the
State Of the size of Nevada, in which the citi-
zens have not adopted some means to protect
their property from destruction by fire. In
PlacerviIle, Sonora, and Oroville regular fire
companies have been organized which at times
have rendered essential service in checking con-
iagrations. The neglect on. the part of the
property holders of Nevada has resulted more
from dsagreements as to the most proper means
to be adopted than from Indifference. The fire
which destroyed the town in 1856 spread 80
rapidly. after the alarm was raised, that neither
an engine company nor hook andiadder com
pany could have rendered any assistance in
checking the flames; and from this many ar
gued that money expended In the purchase Of
a fire engine would be thrown away. The con-
clusion was certainly not well founded. for the
subsequent fire of May 1858 could without
doubt have been stopped by an engine compa-
ny, IL they had had water convenient, or by an
efficient hook and ladder company.
We are glad TO notice that the ladies have
latterly taken the matter up, and propose to
Bot up u uhilg tho PhOOOSuS VI "hiSh oiS Y" "S
devoted to the organization Of q fire depart
ment. They held meeting yesterday evening
for the purpose of making the preliminary ar
rangements for the ball, which comes of on the
2Gth Of December.
We believe II is conceded that the most efiec-
tual means that can be adopted in this place to
prevent general eonnagration, is by the in
PRODUCTION of water in pipes, having sufficient
head to throw ii over the houses in all parts of
the town. The Nevada Water Company are
now engaged in manufacturing pipes Of galvan-
lied iron, which we understand will be compile
ted and laid down as far as the corner of Broad
and Pine streets in the course of two months.
1t is their intention TO construct 6re-plugs at
convenient distances apart, and also to con-
struct o large reservoir to keep up full sup
ply of water. The pipes will be Of sufficient
Size to supply all the water required for fire
purposes, but it is the general impression that
they are not strong enough to stand the head
OF water that would be required; the Company,
however, think otherwise. At any rate, after
the works are completed. the pipes can be pro-
perly tested, and should the property holders
conclude that they would answer the purpose,
an arrangement can be made with the company
for the use of the water. Then by procuring
hose and a carriage, u properly organized hose
company would be able TO subdue any ordina-
ry fire.
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-11-09

THANKsGTvIE0--Gov. Weller has issued q
proclamation designating Thursday, tho gath
inst, as day of thanksgiving and prayer. 1t
ia understood that this day has been set apart
as National Festival by nearly all our sister
States, and the Governor earnestly invokes the
good people of California, abstainng from oil
secular pursuits to assemble in their respective
places of worship, and offer up thanks to the
Supreme Ruler of the universe for the manifold
blessings conferred upon us during the past
year; and humbly and fervontly supplicate
Him that He will continue us o free, prosper
ous, and united people.
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-11-09
NEVADA. WEDNESDAY. NOV. 9, 1859.

RELIGIOUS DIscUssIoN-A great religious dis
cussion came off short time ago, at Vacaviiie'
between the Methodists and Campbellites. The
discussion lasted eight days, and was conducted
by Rev. W. B. Gober, on behalf Of the Metho-
dists, and by Rev. Mr.. Burnett for the Camp
bellItes. A correspondent says that great bit
terness was exhibited by the members of the
two churches during the discussion, and that
the reverend gentlemen exhibited much inge-
nuity and tact in defending their respective
crceds. II ended like all other religious dis
oussions. No sinners were converted; the men,
bers of the two churches imbibed large amount
Of bigotry and intolerance towards one another,
and each left more firmly convinced than ever,
that by holding fast to his preconceived opin-
ions, he would continue on the narrow trail
leading to Abraham's bosom.
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-11-09
The Ocfnher EIccfInna.

The overland mail, which left ST. Louis Oct.
18th, brings meagrc returns from the elections
held in a number of States on the 1lth ult,
Ohio has gone Republican by $4,000 major
ity on the State ticket, aud they have nine ma
jorty in the State Senate aud fifteen in the
House. A United States Senator will be elect
ed by this Legislature in place of Mr.. Pugh,
who, OF course, will be superseded.
The Opposition have carried Pennsylvania.
The Senate stands twenty-five Opposition to
eleven Administrations House sixty.threo OPP
position to thirty-seven Administration. The
only State officers elected In Pennsylvania were
an Auditor and Surveyor General. The Dem
ocratic State Convention, having endorsed the
President and refused to endorse Gov. Packer,
an issue was made upon that question, and the
result shows that the Democrats can never car
~ that State as long as they sustain the Ad-
ministration. The friends of Gov. Packer re-
fused to support the ticket, and either remained
away from the polls or voted with the Opposi-
tion.
Indiana is reported to have gone Republican;
but the election In this State was merely for
county officers, and variety of local causes,
aside from political questions, may have inhu.
enced the result. Eight counties have gone
Republican, and Democratic gain is reported
in three counties.
The few returns received from Iowa indicate
about the same result as two years since, when
the State went Republican by 1000 majority.
An election was held in Minnesota on the
11th ult., for State officers, two members ol
Congress, and members of the Legislature, but
no returns have been received. The election
in this State was the most important of any, a:
U. S. Senator is to be elected in place of Gen
Shields, whose term has expired.
Throughout the Western States, the Demo.
cratic Conventions adopted non-interventou
resolutions; but the circulation of the Black
pamphlet in answer to Douglas Popular Sove.
relgnty essay, showing that the Administration
had repudated the Democratic doctrine OF
1856, did much to defeat the party in those
States.
The Americans are reported to have carried
Baltimore by GOO majority. As usual, there
was much violence in the city during the elee-
tinn
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-11-09

WAsHoE SILVER ORE.--The Sacramento Un'
ion, Of Saturday, says that up to that time
twenty-four loads of silver ore, containing 92,-
$50 pounds, had been received in that city and
shipped to the Bay. This was all from two
mines-5l $50 being from the Ophir company
and Al, 400 pounds from the Central company
The freight from the mines to Sacramento was
originally seven cents pound, but 10 now five
cents pound, or one hundred dollars ton
A number of new discoveries are reported eigh
miles this eide Of the ophir and Central compa
ny's claims, but the above named companies
arc all that have shipped below silver ore in
any amount.
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-11-09

The SroRM.--A regular winter rain storm
set in last Thursday morning, and continued
with more or less severity up to Monday morn
ing-thc rain at times falling in torrents. Con-
siderable snow has fallen on the mountains
above and some men who came down from the
South Yuba Canal Co.'S. lakes report that II
was four feet deep in that section. We learn
that the South Yuba had raised several feet,
and the miners have doubtless been compelled
to suspend operations in the beds of the streams
The sky cleared up on Monday morning, Civ
ing promise OF several weeks of pleasant wea-
ther. From our exchanges we learn that the
storm extended pretty generally over the Gen.
tral portion of the State.
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-11-09

Gov. WELLER ON CoMBINATIoNs.-Thee edi,o,
of the Red Bluff Beacon, having addressed a not.
to Gov Weller in relation to the charge mad,
against the latter that he had entered into comh.
nation with Dr. Gwin to secure his election to IN.
u. S. Senate, the Governor, under date of October
9th replies as follows:
In reply to your letter of the 22d, informing M
that am charged with having formeda a combination
with Dr. Gwin in order to secure seat in the United
States Senate, have to say that the charge is en-
trely destitute of truth. have formed no eombi-
nation or alliance with any one, do intend DO
ing so. Some of the friends of DR.. Gwin are sup
porting me- others, again. arc taking an active part
against me.
I am candidate for the unexpiredportion Of thai
term for which was defeated in 1851 and if elected
must 90 in (as did in 1852 wholly unpiedget
and uneommitted to any one. If am the ehoic,
Of the Legislature it will afford me pleasure to re
sumo my old seat in the Senate; If not, can 90 in
to private life without murmuT. Ny happines
certainly does not depend upon the result.
So it seems the Governor is determined to tax
the matter philosophically, let what may happer
Very few men who have held Office twenty-five year
can contentedly retire to private lfe.se
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-11-09

The SAN JUAN AFRAIR-Dispatches from
Washington state that it is not true that the
British Government had demanded an explana-
tion in regard TO the conduct of Gen. Harney
in taking possession of San Juan Island On
the contrary, Lord Lyon had submitted pro-
position for settlement of the dispute, as the
treaty of 1876 provides no remedy in case of a
disagreement between the Boundary Commits
sioners. The treaty being thus exhausted the
parties are thrown back on FIRST principles, and
England submits programme for an adjust.
ment of the difficulty, in which she claims the
Island Mr.. Cass returned q reply to this pro-
position, declining, in the most positive terms
to recognize so much as the shadow of title
on the part of England to the disputed terri
tory. This is the present condition of the
question, which is regarded as very serious by
our Government, and the result, whether peace
or war, depends entirely upon the tenacity of
England in persisting in her claim. From the
comments of the Eastern papers, it appears
that the most serions fears are entertained that
a collision between the two nations is unavoid.
able
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-11-09
EXCITEMENT AT BROWNSVILLE, TExAs-A dis
patch from New Orleans conveys the following

EXCITEMENT AT BROWNSVILLE, TExAs-A dis
patch from New Orleans conveys the following
Intelligence
The town of Brownsville, Texas, has been
attacked by twcnty-eight guerrilas, and five of
the citizens killed. The Jail was broken open
aud all the prisoners set at liberty. The ex-
ctement was intense. The Mexicans had sent
aid from Matamoras. The guerrillas were
headed by Cartinas, who shot the Sheriff of
Brownsville last July in attempting to arrest
him. A party of horsemen one hundred strong
rode into the city and posted sentinels. Gen
eral Caravajal and others arrived from Mata-
moras and persuaded the outlaws toleave.
Fort Brown has been garrisoned by Mexican
troops from Matamoras, and the citizens have
formed q patrol The outlaws were encamped
near the city, two hundred strong Tho Mexi-
can General had visited the camp and obtained
promise from them not to molest the town.
The citizens still expected an attack, as tho
outlaws boasted that there were more on the
list to be killed. An express had been sent to
San Antonio for troops The Brownsville Flag
thanks the military and civil authorities Of
Matamoras, aud blames the Government for
leaving them defenseless. Tho Sheriff and
posse went down to Point Isabel with the steam
er Arizona's mail. The cause of the difficulty
was revenge sought by Cartinas for alleged in
Jures The citizens mostly fed to Matamoras.
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-11-09
The Real Motion OF the Sun,

One of the last triumphs of Astronomy ia the
discovery of the translatory motion Of the Solar
System. If we are walking from one grove Of
trees to another, the trees we are approaching
will seem gradually to spread farther apart, or
subtend larger angles to the eye, while those
which we are leaving will seem to draw more
closely together, or subtend smaller angles to
the eye. BY numerous and very delicate OBJ.
servations Of the stars, it is found that those in
constellation Hercules" appear to recede from
each other, whilo those in the exactly opposite
portion Of the heavens appear to be drawing
more closely together From these changes in
the apparent position of the stars, the inference
is irresistible that we and, of course, the Sun
and all the Solar System, are sweeping through
space in the direction of the constellation "Her-
cules." The exact point in the heavens towards
which we are moving has been calculated from
observations of 797 stars, to be $500 g., Right
Ascension, $40 36', North Decension, but it is
understood that this is liable to prove slightly
erroneous on further observation. The great
problem on which astronomers are now engag-
ed is to ascertain whether this motion is in u
straight line, or whether the Sun is revolving
in q great orbit about some immensely distant
center. Already observations seem to indicate
that the motion is in curve. and that the GEN.
ter will be found in the vicinity of the "Pleia-
des." The velocity of this motion. and the
inconceivable length OF time in which single
revolution will be accomplished. have not yet
been ascertained, aud they will no doubt be
subjects of investigation for future generations
Sufficient, however, is already known to justify
the assertion that the whole past history of the
human race fills but an inconsderable fraction
OF this long year.-Scisntifc american.
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-11-09

| Gen. 10. Lanes Claims to the Presidency
| Efforts are being made in some quarters TO
give prominence to the aspirations Of Gen. 10.
Lane, of Oregon, as Presidential candidate.
Soon after the appearance Of the letter OF the
President to Judge McCaDdless in which be de-
clined nomination for reelection, the New
York correspondent Of Virginia paper, made
the astounding discovery that Miss Lane, the
neice of the President, was also the neice OF
Gen. 10. Lane. The correspondent further eta
ted that the charming mistress of the White
House was devotedly attached to "Uncle Jo.;"
and had used her woman's art so well as to
prevail upon her soft-hearted "Uucle Jim,"-
the bachelor President-tO throw the weight OF
bis Administration in favor Of the Presidential
aspirations OF "Uncle Jo." The papers through
out the country in the interest of the Admins
tration eagerly caught up and copied the item'
the pap-suckers and toadies Of power comment
ed upon the singular coincidence Of two great
men being the uncle OF one neice, while the ad-
vocates of Legitimacy contended that the Ore
gon Senator's title to the Presidency was per-
feet. They reasoned in this wise THAT as
Louis Napoleon derived his title to the French
throne by virtue of being the nephew Of bis un-
Gle, so Gen. Lane is entitled to the Presidential
succession because ho is the uncle Of bis neice.'
The conclusion was irresistible, and the admi-
rers and friends of the Oregon Senator were
beginning to believe that this undoubted title
would carry their favorite into the Presidential
Chair in whirlwind of popular excitement,
when their hopes were ruthlessy dashed by a
blunt denial of the material statement upon
which the claim was founded. The Washington
States, aluding TO the story, says that Gen. 10.
Lane is not the uncle Of the Presidents neice,
nor are they even remotely related so far as is
known. Miss Lane is descended from an old
Pennsylvania family, while the Oregon Senator
originated in North Carolina, where his ances-
tors have lived for several generations The
admirers of the Oregon Senator will have to
invent some other story, in order to keep The
name of their favorite before tho people.
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-11-09

TUE TERRY-BRoDERCK DUEL.-The papers
outside of California, which arc conducted by
men who can have no personal feelings as be-
tween tho late Senator Broderick aud his polit
ical enemies in this State, have, as far as We
have seen, commented in very severe terms
upon the conduct of Judge Terry, and do moi
hesitate to brand him as cold, calculating
murderer. The result of the duel seems tC
have caused quite as much excitement and
feeling throughout the Atlantic States as in
California.
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-11-09

STABBING AFFRAYs IN STocKToN.-An Italian
named Vachicha, was stabbed in Stockton, last
Wednesday evening, by countryman of his, named
Berdinaski, account of an old grudge. The
wound is not dangerous. The offender made his
escape. About two o'clock the next morning, while
Marshal Terril was hunting for Berdinaski, he had
occasion to arrest man named Jas Fox who started
off with him, but on their way to the lookup, Fox
resisted the Marshal, threw him down and choked
him severely. While down, the Marshal drew a
knife, the only weapon he could get hold Of and in
Aicted three stabs on his opponent, one of which
was regarded as mortal. He was taken to the hos
pta and in view of his speedy dissolution made an
affidavit. His statement differs materially from
that Of the Marshal but that of the latter is sustain
ed by two or three Witnesses and Fox was evidently
too much intoxicated to know what did take place.
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-11-09

CHERoKER LEaIsLAroRs.-The following are
the names Of some of the recently elected mem
bers of the Legislature of the Cherokee nation
Cricket Sixkiller, Grits, George Scraper, Pcli
CON Tiger. Crahgrass, Charloo sitiingdown
Springfrog, and Lightningbug Bowls. The 9th
er names are Waite, Foster, Coody, Brown
Hildebrand, Adair, Chambers, Hicks. aud sim
lar cognOmens Many of the Cherokee names
are very fine, such as Grey Eagle, The Leap
ing Thunder, The Rolling River, &c., while 9th.
ers, as may be seen above, are rather funny
National Democrat
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-11-09

WING CONVENTION IN PLUMAs-From the
Mountain Messenger we learn that the long-talked-
of Wing Convention of Plumas was held at Quincy,
on Saturday week, according to announcement
The Convention opened by calling John X. Loveioy
to the chair; j. X Loyeioy appointed Secretary;
a committe on credentials was appointed of which
Loveioy was chairman. j. X. made several speech
es which were responded to by Lovejoy and at a
late hour the meeting adjourned. The attendance
was small, but the greatest harmony prevailed.
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-11-09

WEARING OUT CANNoN.-At Fort Monroe,
Va, party Of U. S. soldiers are engaged IN
the business of wearing out an old gun which
Aeighs $4,000 pounds. Ten pounds of powder
and ball weighing 1873 pounds constitute the
charge, and with this tremendous load il has
been fred over two thousand times. The object
Ia to test the durability of the iron; and, as to
ascertain this, the gun must be worn out, the
soldiers are destined to hear thunder for some
time,
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-11-09

ATLANTIC MoNTHLY.-The recent failure OF
Messrs Phillips, Sampson h Co., publishers OF
this excellent magazine, induced fears that its
publication would be suspended. The creditors
Of the firm, however, left it optional with the
assignees to continue the magazine, and its ma
ny readers were rejoiced TO learn that the last
mail steamer brought the October number.
The failure of tho firm was occasoned by tho
death OF Mr.. M. D. Phillips, tho senior partner,
aud the founder Of the magazine.
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-11-09

MINT STATISTICS FOR OoToBER.-During the
month of October, says the Alta, 1893 ounces Of
gold bullion, worth Sl347,9S3, were deposited at
the San Francisco Mint; and O,763 ounces of sill
yer bullion, worth S2S,l29, were purchased. The
total coinage for the month amountedto 81, ,lS0 973
of which 81, 900 were in double eagles, $4,000
in half dollars and $2O,973 in refined silver bars
Among the deposits were considerable amounts Of
Frazer river gold, and among the silver purchased
was some from the Washoe mines
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-11-09

THE SPEAKERsHIP.-The San Jose TELEGRAPH
says that ]. NJ. Williams, member elect of the As
sembly is spoken of for Speaker, He has never
served IN the Legislature, but the Telegraph thinks
his quick perception, sound Judgment and discrim-
mating mind would enable him to discharge the du-
ties of Speaker to the satisfaction of all.
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-11-09

CONTESTED ELEcTIoN CAsE.-A number Of wit.
nosses were examined on Thursday last in the
San Fraucisco contested election case, of Gal
lagher vs., Tiltou, for q seat in the Assembly
Mr.. Tilton, according to the returns Of the off,
GERS OF election received 22b more votes than
Gallagher, and the evidence on Thursday went
to show that the counting of the votes was con.
Quoted fairly and according to law.
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-11-09

BUCHANAN AND FoRNEY.-A dispatch from
Philadelphia says il is stated on good authority
that Colonel Forney has received notice from
his legal adviser that the President intends in
stituting suit for libel against him, on ac-
count of an editorial on Broderick's death,
which appeared in the Philadelphia Press, of
October 10th.
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-11-09

Recommendations Freeman Il Co. have
discontinued their express business in the inte-
ror towns of the State, for want Of sufficient
encouragement. They still continue their bu-
siness at San Francisco, and their unfinished
business in The interior will be completed by
Wells, Fargo Il Co.
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-11-09

COUNTERFEIT GOLD DoLLARs.-A San Fran
cisco paper says that counterfeit gold dollars in
circulation in that city. They are well calculated
to deceive, exactly resembling those first coined at
the Mint, in 1853 They are made of some kind OF
yellow metal look like coins that have been worn
by long circulation and it is almost impossible to
detect them except by their short weight.
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-11-09

FusIoN.-A dispatch, received by the over.
land mail from Washington, says that the Re.
publican and Southern Opposition members Of
Congress have arranged to fuse and organize
the House, without tho aid Of the anti-Lecomp
ton members. Davis, of Maryland, (f he
should be elected) will be candidate fol
Sneaker
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-11-09

DECIDEDLY Coot.-Two old horse thieves in the
interior, recently wrote letter tothe San Francisco
Chief of Police, stating that they had accumulated
a handsome sum Of money, and wished to take
little spree at the Bay. They promised to commit
no depredations during their sojourn at San Fran
cisco, but asked that they might be exempted from
arrest on old scores The request was not granted.
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-11-09
Schiller Festival.

THURSDAY, Nov. 1859.
A Torchlght Procession will start from the Theater st
o'clock, P. NJ, preceded by the Union Brass Band.
On returning to the Theatcr the exercises will consist
of appropriate Songs by the Choir and orations in En-
gsh and German.
The Ball at the Court House begins at O'Clock P. n.
The Supper viii be served up at Kelseys New Building
Corner Of Pine ana Commercial streets.
G. V. sCHMITBURG, Marshal.
Nevada Nov Sth 1852
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-11-09

JOHN A. WASHINGTON Chicago Demo-
orat, of the Tth October. says, that John A.
Washington has "suspended.n 1t was stated
some time sinoo that he invested Sl75,000 OF
the money he received for the bones of his great
ancestor, and the canes taken from his estate
after 1t had been sold to the American ladies
in corner lots in Chicago. The presumption
was that he had paid over the cash for Them
But It seems he gave his notes, and the Demo-
erat states that they have gone to protest in
that city.
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-11-09

DIDN'T Go.-Aaron Cobhs, the well-known pub
lie crer of Marysville refused to go to Washington
with Judge Haun, as per original agreement He
was little '.jubus," says the Democrat, that his
free papers were not altogether perfect according to
"Old Varginny law" and that some of the heirs of
his old master in that State might snap him up at
Washington. He prefers to black boots in Califor-
mia.