davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1859-02-19
READ AND REFLECT.
DR.. G. n. Tozer's Card to the Afflicted

Quick curesond Ina, Prices at tie old esdCRIAAed office,
- Ga StrSrt befNrteR }. GREf H. Sfreets
nR T0ZER returns his thanks to his patients
for ueir patronage and would embrace this OIpOrtu
nty 10 remind them that he continues to consult those
icut cases Of vESALAL which have baniei the skill Of
Of the ceirhrated physicians Of the age
upon which he has Eiied 70 perform a rddicdI
Dr. TOHers reputation rs Physician stands unequaled
Ills exclusive attention to diseases Of the gento
organs for 50 many renders him perfectly master Of
SyplhllIc Diseases
fectly cured after they have been given up many Others
IL the only pTOOf that physician requires Of his ability.
" I".eI S"u a'c wat ne eau cure any ana Al cases
~ Vaers Of the diseaSr matter how long standing
what progress the disease has made every patient
" upon cure.
Dr. T-r has, Is we'll known, taken patients from the
verge OF the grave, al restored them perfect
health lie would further state that he deems sucIsni
to attract the attention 81 tnsc Who might heed the
vices of physician In all cases. hut particularly those
enumerated la the advertisement expecting they would
test my ers - psactitnrr, and the reru, Of my rrae.
rr Inns been thus far satisfactory To patients and
self Nor de deem necessary all columns Of tie
newspapers with fulsonsr en- rc aud hombAste advertise.
ments progressing ability TO heal all diseases flesh heir
for to do that must be something Man but to
give Ihnpr that afflicted With Venercal Chronic and
other diseases TO understand that from long experience
ain fully competent 10 treat them successfully.
Ny regard for tie dignity a the medical profrssion 10
which have the h"nor 70 eslong deers me from e0nml
nE act aaVong Of rama (uAekery and regard foF
own dignity SeaA Pssvess W placing myself ON psT
with quaeks and nestFuns vsDdsrs Of the present sEe
offer no fraudulent gruuHe ceFtncstes pun ~ my
superior Qualifications practitioner; neither do
s,l,e srlf edIcalin hoors UhIch am not entitled
hut merely ash tee Who diseased 10 rad the d9-F.
cut relating to the Of private dsea
AMI Judge Tor themselves shore Ia apply for relief my
arranged that he consulted in privacy
ut all hours II the day, from o'clock In the morning until
b IN the evening.
IT Persons Uth Chronic DarrhO-o, DysenieTy Iocal
Weakness. Nervous Debility. Law srts lassitude. Weak
~ the Limbs and Ia 1. Indsoson, Ioss NJ Memory
Aversion to Sciey. Lave Oi hitud, Tnidity Self Die.
trust Dizziness Headache Pain In the sIde. Affection
tie Eyes Pmrs Ynre sexuaI and Other nrmIIes
in Man, Ae viii hnd Important 20 eonsui Dr c. ". To.
Ser, at his Office 9th street, between and r. Sacramento
Gil TOZER, ~. D.
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1859-02-19

Patrick - was baggage master on the
Georgia railroad, and attentive to his bust
ness. A few evenings since, while at his posi-
he was accOsted by an excited passenger, who
repeatedly to know the whereabouts Of his
trunk. Pat, after several time replying to the
interrogatory, at length lost patience, and
thus put an end to the strangers troublesome
questioning. "Och, misther, wish in my
soul you were the elephant instead ofthe jack
ass, for thin you'd have yer trunk always un.
der yer eye.
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1859-02-19

Nor EXACTLY LEvEL--A noble star the 9th
cr night got quite full Of brandy and music,
in fact juicily 50. and he had not got over il
the next morning when he was reported to the
"HOw's this" said the mayor; "nOt sober
yet i"' ~
"S6berl" was the reply, as he Strengthened
himself up with drunken dignity. "Who says
I'm not sOberl"
why. you can't walk straight line" said
the mayor; there, try to walk along that
.lntoping up his coat with determination
In @per started to try II, but he doubled
over the line several timeS At last he ex-
claimed:
It You know it amt GAir shake; the floor
isn't levels ss., 49,
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1859-02-19

A CAUTION TO You've MEx-A young med
ical student from Michigan, who had been ut
tending lectures in New York for some time,
and considered himself exceedingly good look.
ing and fascinating, made determined onset
on the heart and fortune Of blooming young
lady who was boarding ct the same house
with him. After prolonged siege the lady
surrendered. They were married on Wed.
nes1ay morning. The same afternoon the
"young wife" sent for and exhibited O-the
astonished student beautiful little daugh.
ter" three and a-half years Of age.
"GOod Heavens then you were widow?"
exclaimed the astonished student
"Yes, my dear, and this is Amelia, my
youngest. Tomorrow, Augustus, James and
Reuben viii arrive from the country, and then
shall have all my children together once
more"
Tho unhappy student replied not word ;
his feelings were too deep for utterance. The
next day the "other darlings" arrived. Rcu.
ben was six years old, James nine and Angus
tus saucy boy Of twelve. They were de-
lighted 70 hear they had thew papa" be.
cause they could now live at home and have
all the Playthings they wanted! The "new
papa" Is soon as he could speak, remarked
thst Augustus and James did not much re-
se1nbls Eeuben and Amelia.
Wei, no." said the happy mother, "my
first husband was quito different style Of
man from my secOnd-complexion, tempera'
ment, color Of hair and eyes-al different"
This ives too much. He had not only mar.
vied widow, but was her third husband, and
the astonishsd step-father Of four children.
"But her fortune" thought he, that will
make some amends" He spoke Of her for
tune
"These arc my treasures" said she, in the
Roman mAtron style, pointing to her children
The cOnccit was now quite taken out Of the
complete goose of himself, at once retired to q
farm in his native State, where he could have
q chance to render "his boys" useful. and
make them sweat for the deceit practiced upon
him by their mother.
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1859-02-19
AdminiRfrator1a Gala.

NOTICE hereby given that In pursuance Of an or
IN der Of the Hon. Probate Court Of Fl Dorado cOun
d. 1858, viii on
On the 91st day Of February,
A. D. iea ct the hour o. Soeoek r. u. Of said day
Court House door, Of said county, In the city Of Placer
vile, the following described property, belonging 20 tks
Eatats Of George eAmuols deceased, 10 wits An thu
right, title and Interest Of the said George sames de-
IN end 70 ten Bhareo Of eeask etks CogpOrA
ton known a. the " Boston Tunnel Company"
CHARLRS =. ABBOT,
Administratov Estate Of 0eo1To samueIs DsosSsed
PlAesTvills, Jan. -, A. d. leet. I4S-tSl
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1859-02-19

The Annapolis G0sStt6 tells the following
story of . citizen Of that place: A person
more noted for bis wealth than for bis liberal
ity, was requested to aid in the erection Of q
church. The subscription book was placed
in his hands. He looked at it anxiously and
earnestly, and handed It back with the aston
ishing remark" No, sir, l will not give any
thing. Not half as many people 60 to hell
now as ought to! !"
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1859-02-19

A man has declined being . candidate in q
new State, because he is not legal citizen
has never paid tax or any other debt-owns
no property, can't read or write, is blind, has
lost four fingers from his left hand-has ten
children, and can't leave home for fear they
will kill their mother.
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1859-02-19
IT sAnEs aussELl LOWELL.


Not as Ell ether woasea are
II she that 70 my eoul V dear;
Her glorious fancles cone from far,
Beneath the silver evening star,
And vet her heart b ever near.
Great feelings hath she Of her own,
Which lesser souls may never know:
God giveth them 10 her alone,
And sweet they are At any tone
WhereWith the wind may choose to blow.
Yet in herself she dwelleth not,
Although no home were half % fair;
No simplest duty 10 forgot,
Life hath no dim and lOWly spot
That doth not in her sunshine share.
She doeth little kindnesses, .----..-----.-
Which most leave undonc, or despisc;
For naught that sets one heart at ease,
And giveth happiness or peace,
Il low esteemed in her eyes.
ShN hath no scOrn Of common things,
And, though Shc seem Of other birth,
Round US her heart entwines and clinRs,
And patiently she folds her wings
TO tread the humble paths Of earth.
Blessing she IL God made her SO;
And deeds Of weekday holiness
Fall from her nOiEeleRs rs the snow,
Nor hath she ever CHANGED to know
That aught were easier than to bless.
Hhe IL most fair. and thereuntO
Her life doth rightly harmonize;
Feeling or thought that waa not true
Ne,eT made less beautiful the blue
Unclouded heaven OF her eyes.
She Il q woman: one In whom
The SpFipg-titne Of her childish years
Hath never lost its fresh perfume,
Though knowing well that life hath room
For many blights and many tears.
love her with Q love as still
As broad rivers peaceful might,
Which, BY high tower and lOwly mill,
Goes wandering al It's own will,
And yet doth ever Cow aright.
And, on its full, deep breatt serene,
lake quiet isles my duties lie;
Il Aows around them and between,
And makes them fresh and fair aud green,
SweethOmes wherein TO live aud die.
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1859-02-19

A big spelling match is announced in Gov.
irgton, KY, ct the High School, when the lad
that stands the longest on the door and spells
tine biggest words, without scratching his
head, u 70 receive finc present.
A dovAE Editor thinks childrsn's games
arshaooaing popular with older persons now
arAngsT e hskAS seen several gentlemen cha
sing hoops IN the streets
A man who got tight at sn election said it
wea ewing to hlseG6rts y pat down I" party
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1859-02-19

"Will you never learn, my dear, the differ
encc between real and cxchangeable value?"
The question was put to husband who
had been lucky enough to be tied to a politi-
cal economist in petticoats.
"Oh yes, my dear, think I begin to see
"Indecd!" responded the lady.
Yes" replied the husband " For in.
stance, my dear. know your deep learning
and all your other virtues-that's your real
value. But know, also, that none of my
married friends would swap wives with me
that's your exchangeable value"
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1859-02-19

A rich map went to call physician for q
slight disorder. The physician felt his pulse,
and asked, do you eat wells" YES" said
the patient "DO you sleep well!" 81 do"
Then" said the physician, g. can give you
something to take away oil this, il you think
1t necessary"
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1859-02-19
Administratnrsa NotiOa,

"A estate Of John 2. Cummlngs deceased, are hereby
nOAed present the with the necessary vOuehoFs
70 the undeYsgned at his once In "a Dorado, - Dora.
do county CALIFORNIA; within ten months from date here
Of, or the same will Be forever barred.
J. Z. SIMMONS,
Itetwl AdministEatOE EStats of. Y. CumminSS.
FL Dorado. January 30, 1859.
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1859-02-19
PlaOorVilIe Cas- Company.

NIOETOR h1FskF olVoo a. tAsse m 9 sollng OF
IN he GsshA dSss q ~ Rlaesyvss eas Company, at
The oaessf g, 80 - e.Hi = = tAe cty or
O'Clock !. No bF - Ha0 - s<kiHs into conildofatel
The expedIency Of inelse1 - s9Pltal stock Of Baia
Company 70 Ne sa@ef 1AlEsEtENa 4eaaaud Dollars.
DARWIN gEGOTNA, "0s'ees'
PiaesyVIlle, February ian lSlg.Hvl
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1859-02-19

Never cOnfde in . young man new pals
leak. Never toll your secrets to the old :-old
doors seldom shut closely. .....,
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1859-02-19

"I've risen from the bar to the bench, as
the lawyer said ON quitting his profession, and
taking up shOemakiDg. - e-rr..--
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1859-02-19
READ AND REFLECT.


nR. CHARLES TOzERH CARD To TIlE AFFLICTED
J OF CALIFORNIA-In approaching any new cour-s
Of systematic inquiry there certain points concerning
Which the inquirer should always b- careful 10 satisfy him.
self lie should comprehend distinctly what the SUBJECT Of
Inquiry is-iiealth and diseases.
II form and NJ In minds clear conception O
the state 81 Health, We shall have difficulty In under.
standing shat was meant by DAhse But beyond though
above these objects ~ Of the human body
have another and still nObeT end. II 10 10 lay before
In sut plain terms that you canao BE- mistaken and
viii know where to apply fOT relief.
the WORT disease generally and before speak Of
the signs u particular diAsasoe will b. proper take
general vIrw Of symptoms. When person l. troubled Of
afflicted with dsca'-, which causes weakness Of the
back AMI limbs pain In the head, dimness Of sight, lOOO
Of muscular power, papltation Of the heart IFrtabGy
nervousness dyspepsia, Of the dlgesve unc
TONS general debility, symptoms 81 consumption, and
many oteFs which better explained than put on pu.
p-r and require Medical or Surgical attendance IL WouId
be Wrl for them TO inquire N there IL physcian Who ID
competent TO attend them and who the auil
cation ~ medicine and WhOas Scrnhc AaInents In biz
prOesaon and whose and experience eniitle him
your confidence, Considering these things Dr. Chas ~
ToEeT has concluded 10 inform that afflicted adveT
tsInE his place Of business stating that he has been sue
ccssful practitioner for over e3yesrs, andhSS
Attended and Cured Hundreds,
When they have becn considered by other physicians and
have been pronounced BY them past recovery Therefore
yon may rely upon him In WHOM Secresy aud The
utmost confidence may be placed.
DR.. 4. H. would invite ell that Afcted tocAll On
him, and he does not administer for them there will b
charge made. Let false delicaey prevent you bu
apply immediately and yourself from the dreadful
consequences which must follow those who neglect
celVe attendance,
vdeFe Hotel between and streets. His rooms are sc
arranged that the Doctor be consulted without The
fear OF molestation.
W- once hours, from in The morning until In the
evening CIAe. n. TOzER, H. D.,
9Th street, between and K, Sacramento.
January 1st, IsS9.-lfl
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1859-02-19
FOR SALE,

A STEAM ENGINE AND ALL THE MACHINERY
"A appe!tatnins e Quarts Mn, 0snplste. The En-
g1ne y OheEOe power -An4 nearly AsW. win SitheR
sell ne whe.e g any pisa, - 6uit purchasers. For
on the North Fork of the Cosumnso river TIVE 49,
shove the Junction, lat YsOnst Forks Of the Cossn
n ISs s..., A. L. CHILTOk.,
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1859-02-19

Mothers who would like to know how chill.
dren born In the several months Of this year
will turn out, may learn it from the following
horoscope-which, by the way, is applicable
to children born in any preceding or suisse
Qucnt year:
-. JAXUARY-IIe who is born in this month
will be labOriOus, and lover Of good wine,
but very subject to iniidclity; but he will be
complaiSant, aud, withal, very fine singer.
The ladies born in this month will DC pretty,
prudent housewives, rather melancholy, but
yet good tempered
FEBRrARY--The man born in this month
will love money much, but the ladies' more; lie
will be stingy at home, but prOdigal abroad
The lady will be humane and aifcctiOnate
wife, and tender mother.
MARCn--The man born in this month will
he rather handsome; will be honest and pru-
dent; he will die poor. The lady will be q
jealous, passionate chatter-bOx.
APRm-The man who has the misfortune to
be born in this month will he subject to mala.
dies; he will travel to his advantage. aud love
ladies to his disadvantage, for he will marry
rich, handsome hcireSS, who will make -
what, no doubt you all understand. The lady
Of this month will be tall and stout, with agree
able Wit and great talk.
MAY-The man born in this month will be
handsome and amiable; he will make his wife
happy. The ladies will be equally best in
every respect.
JuSE-BOrn now, he will he Of small stature,
pasSiOnately fond Of women and children, but
will not be loved in return. The lady will 10
giddy parsonage, fond Of coffee; she will
marry Mt the age Of twcnty.one, and will be
fool at forty-iivc.
JrLY-Thc man will be fair; he will suffer
death for the wicked woman he loves The
females Of this month will be passably hand
some, with sharp nose but fine bust. She
will be Of rather sulky temper.
ArGrsT-The man will be ambitious and
courageous he will have several maladics and
two wives. The lady will be ambitious, and
twice married. but her second husband will
cause her to regret her first.
-SEPTENBER-Born in this month he will be
strong, wise and prudent, but too easy with
his wife, who will give him great uneasiness.
The lady, rOund-faced, fair.haired, witty, dis
Greet, anliable, and loved by her friends.
-OeToBER-Thc man Of this month will have
handsome and flOrid complexion he will be
quick in youth, and always inconstant. He
will promise one thing and do another, and re-
main poor. The lady will be pretty, but
little too fond of talk. She will have two hus-
bands, who will very likely die Of grief; she
will best know why.
NOvENBER-Thc man born now will have
fine face, and be gay dcceiver. The lady of
this month will be large, liberal and full Of
novelty.
DECExBER-The man born in this month
will be good sort Of person, though passion.
ate. He will devote himself to the army, a nd
be betrayed by his wife. The lady will be
amiable and handsome, with good voice, and
a well proportional body she will be twice
married, and remain poor, but continue hon
| est
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1859-02-19

In the choice Of lover, woman considers
more how he appears in the eyes Of other wO.
men than in her own.
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1859-02-19


GENTS AND LABOR-Alcxander Hamilton
once said to an intimate friend" Men give
me some credit for genius. All the genius
that have lies Just In this. When have o
subject in hand | study it profoundly. Day
and night It is before me. explore it in all
its bearings. My mind becomes pervaded
with 1t. Then the effort which make is what
the people are pleased to call the fruit Of gen.
Jus. 1t is the fruit Of labor and thought"
Mr.. Webster once replied to gentleman
who pressed him to speak on subject Of i'm
portance. "The subject interests inc deeply
but have not time. There sir" pointing tC
huge pile Of letters on his table, ais pile
Of unanswered letters, to which must reply
before the close Of the session (Which was ther
three days off, ~ have not time to master
tho subject 40 as to do it justice" "But, Mr.
Webster, few words from you would do 81
much to awaken public attention to it." al
there be such weight in my words as yol
represent, it is because do not allow nyscl
to speak on any subject till have imbucd my
mind with it."
Demosthcncs was once urged to speak on
great and sudden emergency. 81 am no
prepared" said he, and Obstinatcly refused.
The law Of labor is equally binding on gen
Jus and mcdiocrity.
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1859-02-19
o r t FANS HO r e L -,

VHE subscriber having taken this well known Hotel Ia
Il prepared 70 his friends and uolicIts share 81
the public patronage which has heretofore been go liberal
~ bestowed on the OVisans Hotel
IIis Table De HOte will b furnished With the BEST and
EAKLlDT The markee a6rds, and will be under the su-
PervisIon o. a. experienced caterer.
Board at the reduced price Of
EIGHT DOLLARS PER WEEK.
The Lodging apartments are furnished with the Best Of
Beds and Bedding.
Families can Be accommodated with auta of eholee
Rooms. at reduced prices.
me Bar Wil BE- iupplsd with choice Liquors and the
best attention.
Attached % The Hotel IL BILLIARD SALOON, SUPPLIED
with seven Billiard Tables, In perfect order.
me Hotel 10 open day and night.
The principal stage Once is located In this Hots and
Stages leave tdaIly fOe Ill parts Of he elats.
JOSEPH H VIRGO.
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1859-02-19

I, the uHdeTAgned, GoveFner - BzagzTyS q testify
hereby, thAt d. J. CSAPGAy has served daTnR s COR
ssss Tor Hs.s.ssn 10y. e g. 1890 e - mn:
given BIN ths eeFtiAoaae, and - EseenaaA ~ - ne
Sympahy, attsntlop end pFetssen - - sss NhO afe
capable q sPprocang pAtSntte SelfeAeeee ata asde-
served miioSgtuns. EOegUx1 kA106,
.AeyesA9I e Hungary.
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1859-02-19

- AND
VARIETY STORE,
Next Door to the Oasis Saloon, Main Street, PAeerve
McCANN & BRADSHAW,
VVoULD respectfully call the attention Of the cSen,
" Of Paceryile and vicinity TO their large assortment
| Of BOOKS, embracing
Geographical, Historical, Poetical, Bic
graphical Law, Medical, Theological,
Scientific, . h . Ell and MASoellaAeous
Works,
And, in fact almost every kind Of Books from . chd's
primer up-which they are now Offering at prices tina,
cannot fail to please who wish 70 purchase.
CIRCULATING LIBRARY.
We have, also, Circulating Library, containing hound
and unbound works from the pens Of the distinguish
tculary that Of Romance which procured BY the
week or purchased BY the volume In this department
be excelled as We constantly adding al
ready Large Stock
NEWS DEPARTMENT.
In this branch Of our establishment competition cannot
affect a. have the SOLE Agency Of the greater por.
Of the San Francisco and Sacramento Dalies
Weekles, and are NOW PREPARED 10 DELIVER ANY
OF THEM promptly upon the arrival Of the stages Our
facilities for obtaining Of the publications from the
above cities cannot be surpassed by any News Depot in
ATLANTIC AND FOREIGN JOURNALS and MaRasIne,
will be received upon the arrival Of every Mail Steamer
and furnShed at the usual rates.
STATIONERY.
Constantly on hand, complete assortment Of Station
cry Of the Best Quality
VARIETIES.
large assortment Of Frults, Confectionery Pipes
Matches En-, Etc, together with the Best brands OF
TOBACCO AND SEGARS,
Always haad, and all Of which will b disposed Of Al
"hard tlmes" prices.
Having thorough knowledge Of our buaIness BY pune
tualIy pFompness and faFdeang We hope TO receive
share Of public patronage.
MCCAIN BRADSHAW.
~ Don't forget the Sign" NOISY CARRIERS"
Pacerville, January sand, 1e5e.-Sm 3
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1859-02-19
QUARTZ SPECIMENS.

Specimens Of Gold Bearing Quartz bought by US at
the highest rates large premium Is given over the In
tr1sc value for quartz suitable for manufacturing into
JewelTy. BARRETT SHERWOOD
llec25Sml 1o5 Montgomery st., San Francisco.
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1859-02-19

Thls arrangement makes absolutely necessary that al
paeo0s Whe know themselves indebted 10 me, should ca
and pay up before The Let day Of March next This pos
VNy Ne n1e call shall make, and this notice be dis.
regarded, shall place notes and hook accounts IN the
banda OF the proper Oticcr for collection.
tAASl E. BALDWIN.
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1859-02-19

LARGER THAN THE LARGEST:
CHOICER THAN THE CHOICEST.
Cheaper Than the Cheapest