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The Nevada Democrat., 1859-04-13

Coon TEMPLARs.-A Lodge Of the order of
Good Temlars, was organized n this city, on
Saturday, the 10th inst, by E. H. Bishop. D. G
W. G. T., when the following officers were elect
ed aud installed: D. A. Dryden, W. G. T.. L.
W. Williams, W. V. T. Miss Susan Record, w.
S.; Mrs Harriet Peabody, W. c.; John Will
Iiams, w. T.; is. Rumery, l. G.; A. Drier,
o. G. The Good Temple is a temperance or
ganization which aims to combine the entire
social element against the evil Of iutemperance.
Hence it admits parents, and youths over
twelve years of age. Ladies are eligible to any
of the Offices of the Lodge. Union Lodge. No.
4 will meet at Temperance Hall, every Friday
evening. A large number of ladies aud gentle
men, it is expected, will be initiated at the next
meeting.
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-04-13

GIFT ENTERTAINNENT.-The two gift enter
tainments of c. w. Young's, will come off next
Saturday evening, at the theater We are very
much surprised at the favor with which this
enterprise has been recived; over Eve thousand
tickets, at one dollar each, have been sold, and
probably as many more would have found a
ready market. Each one of the ticket holders
is confident that be is the lucky individual and
already fancies himself sporting at least two
hundred dollar watch, with bracelets, rings aud
smaller traps thrown in.
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-04-13
TNSOLVENT NOTICE.-Tm DIstrict Court NJ

TNSOLVENT NOTICE.-In District Court of
the 18th Judicial District of the State of California
In the matter OF the Petition of JOHN BLASAUF An
Insolvent Debtor.
Pursuant to an order of the Hon. Niles Sears Judge of
the said District Court notice is hereby given to all the
creditors Of said nsovent John BaSa be and
before the Hon Niles Sear aforesaid in open Court At
the Court Room Of said Court in the City and County Of
Nevada on the 2d day of May. A. d. 1885, at 10 O'Clock
NJ OF that day then and there to show cause If any
they can why the prayer of said nsoven should not be
granted and assignment Of his estate made and he
be discharged from his debts and liabilities in
OF the Statute in such made and in the
meantime all proceedings against said be
I@l Witness my hand and the Seal of said
( seal Court this Sth day of A pril A. D. 1859
VI RUFUS SHOEMAKER Clerk
By WIN. SMITH, Deputy.
Dunn Caldwell, Attys for Petitioner. 2s-5W*
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-04-13
Democratlc Primary Meeting.

The Democratic Electors Of Nevada City, Will meet AZ
the Corner Of Pine and Broad streets, on SATURDAY,
April 10TH at o'clock p NJ for the purpose OF esctng
twelve delegates to City Convention to nominate csndi-
dates for City officers The delegates viii DO elected oy
ballot. r
All legal voters residents Of the City who voted for the
ticket nominated by the Democratic Convention heu ~
Sacramento August 4th and presided over BY H. Grimtn
or who now endorse the platform of principles established
by that Convention requested to take part IN TINS
- D. BELDES Chairman.
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-04-13
oon.t,tnt,onal conventlon.

The Senate bill, recommending 10 the elect
ors of the State to vote for or against Consti-
tutional Convention, at the next general cleo
ton, passed the Assembly on Thursday last. BY
vote of fifty. three to fourteen. The bill hsv-
Ing passed both branches of the Legislature, by
a two-thirds vote. will doubtless be signed by
the Governor and become law. The bill au-
thorizes the people to vote either for or against
a Convention. but the Constitution requires
that majority of all the votes cast shall be
given for Convention, otherwise the measure
will not be regarded as carried so that not vo-
ting at all on the question will be equivalent
to voting against the Convention.
When the question Of calling Convention
was submitted to the people two years ago, we
advocated the measure /; but one Of the reasons
which then existed. for amending the Constitu-
tion, does not. exist as present. The State debt
which bad been illegally. and it may be dishon-
estly contracted had been declared void by the
Supreme Court, and the question as to whether
or not II should be paid, depended upon pop
ular vote or upon on amendment to the Con-
stitution. But the people voted to pay the debt
which had been contracted by their agents. and
the State is happily saved the disgrace Of repu-
diation, without any change Of the Constitution.
The most effective argument which has been
made against calling Convention, is its ex-
pense. 1t would cost the people not less than
100000. AConvention could do no damage.
except to expend the peoples money for their
work would have to be submitted to popular
vote. and ii would of course be rejected unless
it suited the people better than our present or
ganic law. There is no doubt that q Constitu-
tion could be devised, better adapted to the
wants Of the people, than the one by which we
are now governed. and which would save the
taxpayers OF the State as much every year as
the cost Of Convention. 1t sa matter of
doubt, in case Convention is called, whether
or not o Constitution would be framed to ac-
complsh that object; but the chances are that
tAe number of officials would be somewhat re-
duced, and the enormous fees and salaries paid
to others would be cut down. If this was not
done, the people could reject the work Of their
Convention. Looking at the money argument
alone--the certainty of expending 100000,
with the chance saving that much yearly, here
after.-it would seem to be the policy Of the
people to vote for Convention.
There are other considerations, however, con-
nected with this question, to which we shall al
ude hereafter, in case the people are called
upon to vote on the measure.
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-04-13

KILLED BIZ Snow SLIDE.-The Butte Record
has received information of the death of Mr..
Noel Waddil. caused by a snow slide into hls
claim, on Brush creek. He lived and worked
alone aud was not missed until at least week
after the time it is conjectured he lost lis life
His failure to appear at bis cabin for several
days, excited the apprehensiOns Of the neigh
boring miners, and they accordingly went in
search Of him. They found bis claim and tools
buried in mass of snow and earth, and after
some search. discovered his body about hun
dred yards below the claim. Deceased was for
merly resident Of Benton county, Arkansas.
He has father and two brothers in Gilmore
county, Georgia.
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-04-13

(tOKSTABLE'S SALE.-State OF California,
~ County of Nevada, Township of Nevads ss By vir.
tue of execution to delivered issued from the Court
of w. Smith ESQ., acting Justice of the Peace in and
for the County aforesaid bearing date March Oath 1889
satisfy judgment rendered by j. M Clark Justice OF
the Peace the I'd day of October A. D. 1851 in favor
Of CULVER AND OTHERS, and against WILSON McVEI,
for the of 1924 H. debt interest damages and costs
of suit. have taken in execution and will sell to the
highest bidder for cash. the following described property
to wit certain Ditch used in conducting water from
the ditch known by the Of the Dutch Aurora Ditch
to the mining claims known by the of the Kaesesd
mining claims, also the ditch leading and conducting
water to the Enterprise mining claims situated in Little
York Township county of Nevada and State Of Cafcrna
viz all the defendants interest and title thereto Also the
undivided one fourth Of certain lot mining claims stu
ated in said Little York Township, and bounded on one
side by the said Kaleseed Mining claims. The ssme
will SELL at the Co1rt House door, in Nevada City in @
county, on SATURDAY tho 30th day Of April A. d. 1872
between the hours of O'Clock, A NJ and O'Clock
of said day.
Taken the property of Wilson Mcvey, to satisfy n'
above demands and accruing costs. !.
Given my hand, at Nevada City, this 2Sth dsy
March 1859. U S. GREGORY, Constable.
26-td Nevada Township.
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-04-13

BIT BY DoG-A boy about eight years old
by the name OF John Myers, was bitten quite
badly by cross dog, on Monday last, at Red
Dog. The boy was playing with the dog, when
it jumped and caught his arm, and inflicted a
severe wound. Medical aid was procured i'm
medately and the wound dressed.
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-04-13

LETTER Box RoBBERY.-The Petaluma Jour
nat relates that some contemptably mean puppy
was guilty, on Saturday week of tearing down
and robbing the letter box, which had been
suspended upon the outside Of the post Office of
that city, for the accommodation of the commu-
nifty. The number aud value of the letters in
the box, tthe time OF the robbery, Is unknown.
The Postmaster offers reward of fifty dollars
for the apprehension of the robber.
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-04-13

TIE NEVADA RIFLE CoMPANY.-This redoubt-
able company have fallen, covered with costs,
in the County Court. A decision was made on
Tuesday in favor of Lones and against these
doughty warriors, which whacks it to them for
forty dollars, principal, and one hundred dol
lars or SO, costs. Sic transit gloria mundi. But
yesterday they might have stood against the
world. now none to follow them but Constables
Gregory and Gray.
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-04-13

OBSCENE PuBLIcArIoNs.-Mr. Phelps. of San
Francisco, has introduced bill in the Senate
to suppress obscene publications. The bill
makes the publishing or Offering for sale OF
such publications misdemeanor, and punisha-
BILE by a fine not exceeding $500, or imprison-
ment for three months.
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-04-13

ACQUTTED.-James Fouser was tried last
week, at San Francisco. for killing policeman
named Durie, who had seduced Fouser's daugh-
ter. The case was given to the jury on Wcdnes-
day night, aud the next morning they returned
a verdict of not guilty. Durie was shot by
Fouser while lurking about the premises of the
latter
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-04-13

Nebraska claims, OH Monday last, yielded tbir.
ty-three ounces of gold. The same company
took out upwards of six thousand dollars on
Saturday last, the result of their weeks work.
The Live Oak Co., on this side of the hill, are
still making enormous dividends; and the Young
America Co. is walking directly into the rich
est part of this richest of leads. 'The miues
are giving ONT"
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-04-13

PUTRTD SORE THRoAT.-We learn that this
disease has prevailed for several weeks past at
Dutch Flat, and quite q number of children
have died. From the Placer Herald, we learn
that the family of Mr.. Fuller has lost three
children, and number of other families have
lost one or more. The disease has not yet aba
I'd
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-04-13

HOLDING BAcK.--Thus far not one of the Ad-
ministration papers Of this State has taken a
position in favor OF the doctrine of interven-
tion by Congress in the affairs of the Terrific
ries, as advocated by the leading Southern
Senator'S. They talk all round the the ques-
tion. but express no opinion of their own. They
are waiting, perhaps, for another ukase from
the Autocrat of the Custom House.
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-04-13
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Have you Disease Of the BIadderS Ff q
Take Risley's Compound Fluid Extract Of p,..-
Have you Disease of the UrethraY
Take Rsley's Compound Fluid Extract AZ Rat.
Suffering from Debility of Sexual Organs,
Take Risley's Compound Fluid Extract n, p,.,.
Suffering from Pain in Back and Loins'
Take Risley's Compound Fluid Extract a, p,.,
Subject to irregularities and DISTINCTIONS,
Take Risley's Compound Fluid Extract Of Buehu
Suffering from Dropsy Gravelf
Take Risley's Compound Fluid Ex.rsc, Of R....
Any Burning in Urinary Passagesi
Take Risley's CompoSund Fluid Extract of Bueb,
~ L. F. SPENCE.
2s-h Druggist APothecary, Main St. N,,.a.
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-04-13

VALUABLE HORSE KTLLED-As Mr.. Sargent,
OF the Oriental Mill, was leaving town on Mon
day afternoon. bis horse became restive. threw
him. and ran back to the city, plunged of the
High street bridge, ruptured q blood vessel,
and died in about half an hour. He was very
fine animal, and valued at $500.
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-04-13

DEPOSITS AT THE MINT.-There is now lying
in the Branch Mint. at San Fran cisco, uncalled
for deposits in gold, to the amount of S3l3,60O.
OF this. 81 400 was left there in 1851 $4,000 in
1855; s22 500 in 1856; S63, in 1857; and S22l,-
400 in 1858.
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-04-13
DIED.

AT North Bloomfield, Nevada county, Aprn Az y,
CHAnLEs Smith, aged about 2s years. pm O'n' Mr.
The deceased was formerly from Greene county r...
see where bis relatives now reside He fen yIc,I, !,
consumption and being warned Of his apprOachip,
made every preparation to depart in peace he b,S
property which be left by win to his youngest .i,..,
tie his estate. 70 sst
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-04-13

PosTPoNED-In consequence of the small at
tendance. caused by the inclemency of the wea-
ther Mr. Dryden postponed bis lecture on the
"Bible in the Public Schools" until next Sun
day evening.
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-04-13

On HALF PAY.-The ninety days for which
the members of the Legislature drew ten dol
lars day having expired, their pay is now re-
duced one half. As Eve dollars day is only
about sufficient to pay board bills, &C.. the bus
iness is being hurried through at railroad
speed. 1t is probable the session will be pro-
longed few days later than the 18th, the day
fixed for adjournment.
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-04-13

FoK THE EAsr-Wm. r. Coe, an old resident
Of Nevada, left here on Monday, with the in
tention Of going East by the steamer Of the
2oth. As a business man Mr. Coe enjoys the
confidence and respect of all who know him,
and his absence will be regretted by large
circle of warm friends.
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-04-13

DECLINE OF PRoPERTY.-The San Andreas
Independent is credibly informed that the sworn
value Of real estate, in Calaveras county, will
this year fall at least twenty-five per cent be-
low the value Of last years. assessments.
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-04-13
NEVADA DEMOCRAT.

Geo. /. Lammon is authorised Agent for this
,t ne viii deliver the DKMocEAT to subscribers, and
Is authorised to receive subscriptions advertisements &c
and collect and receipt for the same.
(lcfavian HOOgs IL our Agent for San Francisco
Ne 4 authorised to receive advertisements and collect and
receipt for the same.
A.Badlam Is our authorised Agent at Sacramento
"a receive advertisements and collect for the same
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-04-13

TNSOLVENT NOTICE.-In District Court u
the 14h Judicial District of the State OF CaniornA
In the matter Of the Petition Of JACOB COIN, Al
solvent Debtor. :.
Pursuant to order OF the Hon. Niles Sears 1uuS SS
said District Court, notice is hereby given to All ln
itors of the said Insolvent Jacob Cohn to be ana
before the Hon. Niles Searls aforesaid, in open
the Court Room Of said Court, in the CITY ana 49,
Nevada the 10th day of May, A. D. 1907 AZ ~ .
A. NJ Of that day. then and there to show eeuss' ~.
they can why the prayer Of said Insovent snou nU M
granted, and assignment OF his estate oe msoe, sm
be discharged from his debts and he DO dscnargea =
his debts and liabilities. in pursuance OF the S!asu N
such case made and provided and in the meanu"' "
(@,l Witness my hand and the Seal o H's
seal. Court, this 7th day of April A. d: loos
l~ RUFUS SHOEMAKER, CLERK.
By VIM. SNrB, Deputy
Dibble & Lansing, retitcners Attorneys. -'o"
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-04-13

EARrHoUAkE.-On the 26th ult., an earth
quake shock, lasting nearly minute, was sen.
sibly felt at San Diego. The old adobe build
ings were shaken to the center.
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-04-13

TIE "GREY EYED MAN."-Gen. VIM. Walker
has taken private lodgings in San Francisco,
and keeps himself concealed from the vulgar
gaze. a
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-04-13
Democratic State Central Committee.

Meeting OF the Democratic Anti-LecOmp-
tou State Central Committee VIII be held at the Union
HOtel, Sacramento on THURSDAY, April 2lst. full
attendance Of the members requested important
business connected with the coming campaign will be
transacted. cr,ro,vo c1,.
JSo r. MORSE, sec'y.
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-04-13

ASSAY OFHoEs.-We call the attention OF
miners, gold dust dealers. and others. to the
advertisement of Messrs. Harris & Marchand.
They now have an assay Office in each of the
cities of Marysville, Sacramento and San Fran.
cisco.
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-04-13
NEVADA, WEDNESDAY,, APRIL IS, 1859.

ExCHANoEs.-Messrs Freeman q Co. have
placed as under obligations for exchanges fur
nished regularly during the past week.
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-04-13

RrCH QUARTz.-Tbe Placer Press says the
quartz claim of Doig. Moore Il Co.. at ophir
continues to yield well, the owners realizing
about $4,000 last week.
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-04-13

GEO. W. wELcH, Of the Pioneer Book Store.
Main street, has our thanks for late New York
and St. Louis papers, received by the overland
mail
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-04-13

RATES OF PAssAGE.-Tickets last trip, were
on the Golden Age. Sl75 in the cabin. Sl0O
secoud cabin. and steerage $50. Per Uncle
SAM upper saloon. $500. lower saloon, Sl75
second cabin. 500, steerage, $50
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-04-13

DRAD.-Manuel, the Mexican who was shot
In Marysv:lle, on the LIST inst, by Portuguese
Joe, died on Saturday evening last
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-04-13

THANKS, to J. E. Hamlin, Of Broad Street
Book Store, for California papers; also, to
Wells, Fargo & Co. for express favors ..'
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-04-13

J. W. SULLIVAN. of the San Francisco News
Depot, has our thanks for late Eastern papers
received by the overland mail.
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-04-13
The nIble ia the Public Schools.

Mn. EDITOR A writer in the Journal Of last
week seems disposed to secure for Mr.. Stratton
the crown of martyrdom, and to throw upon
Mr.. Jennings the odum Of having obtained the
position of teacher of the Public School upon
the condition Of excluding therefrom the use OF
the Bible as school book In order to relieve
Mr.. Jennings from this unnecessary burthen
and to place the responsibility. if any there be,
where 1t should properly rest, submit the fol-
lowing statement Of facts. do this from a
due respect for public sentiment, and because
l have been referred to as Que Of the parties
"who did this thing"
On the 10th of March at meeting of the
Board of Trustees an order was passed requir-
ing that notice should be given to all persons
desiring the position of teacher of the Public
Schools to make application in writing on or
before Thursday March 3lst In pursuance OF
this order notice was published ia the NEVADA
DEM0cRAT, and informing all interested that
one male and one female teacher would be en-
ployed. The Board met on the 3lst of March,
Mr.. l. J. Rolfe and myself present, when written
applications were presented by Mr.. Stratton,
Mr.. Jennings aud Mr.. Raymond, the three gen.
tlemen being in attendance. These letters
were verbatim ct Meratina, as follows:
Nevada, March "a, 1859.
Messrs. Anderson, Rolfe & Helm
Sirs In compliance with your notice of the
23d inst would make application for the stu
alton OF teacher in the public school under
your charge. The lowest terms on which
should be willing to take charge of the school
are 500 month payable monthly & inciden-
tai expenses Of the school room, as fuel &c paid
by the Trustees. Respectfully
J. A. JENNINGS.
To the Trustees Of the Public Schools Nevada.
Srs, having so often applied for situation
in the Public Schools 10 this city to no purpose,
had decided to take no part in the coming
election of teachers, supposing it to be useless.
But having been led this morning, to regard
matters in different light, have determined
to make one more application for the situation
of Principal of the Public School. Having had
many years experience in conducting Grammar
and High Schools at the east-and feeling that
our Public Schools, if properly graded and
conducted, should be our best schools, / would
like very much to assist in establishing such in
| Nevada, if arrangements can be made satisfac-
tory to oil parties. But would prefer my
present position to that of teacher in the Public
schools. at almost any price, if the two schools
in the same house and yard, are to be nde-
pendent as formerly, knowing that coulo nei-
thcr do justice to myself nor the community.
Hoping to receive favorable answer to this
application, remain
Very respectfully yours
r STRA ATvrON
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-04-13
to give the Professor call.

MINER KILLED.-A man named ]. L. Poole,
who has been in the employ Of Amos 7. Laird,
for some time. on American Hill, was found
dead yesterday. He Was engaged in tending
tue 6ume on Sunday, when last seen alive,
and it is supposed that he was buried beneath
cave; no person being near to assist him,
there died. lie was not missed by the compa-
ny until Monday, aud no. until yesterday did
they succeed in finding him. When found be
was laying upou his back. i'll or near the aume,
aud nearly covered with water. lie was about
IS years OF age, formerly from Canada. The
funeral Will take place at 10 O'Clock to-day.
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-04-13

"SEBAsroPoL Is TAKEN."-If any doubts re-
main in this county with reference to this fact,
they will be entirely removed by Charley Palm
er. who is now exhibiting throughout the coun-
". panorama Of the Crimean war. concluding
With the fall of Sebastopol. The principle
events of the war are narrated by the exhibitor,
and made very entertaining aud Instructive
exhibition. The picture is fine one, aud well
repays a visit. We advise those who have not
attended to give the Professor call.
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-04-13

2 One imitation Magic platina Silver watch,
g One imitation Magic Silver Watch, Mstile,
Maker, No 30291,
a One Silver hunting Lever watch, No. $500,
IS One Silver hunting Lever watch, Montandon,
Maker, No 49951
6 One fine gold hunting cased Eng. Lever watch
X. F. Cowderoy, maker No 32Os,
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1859-10-03
Buil0Ers & Arfbitrttg.

rVPersons forwarding orders for subscription without
.ash, need pot sxnect 20 receiye any at,ention.
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BROOKS s. O. q u. W., BUILD
- ERs. AlsC .danufaeuTsrs of Doors, Blinds, sash,
Bracketsand al KINDS Of scrnll-9awng and Gothic
Particular atten paid Ia Fitting Stores Factory On
Diyisnn-st Centte nloek Cleyeanl o. noloc2l
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1859-10-03

ADJOURNMENT OF THE FRAYER MEETING Con-
vRNrroN.--Before the adjournment of the Con
vention of the Business Mems Daily Prayer
Meeting at New York. il was resolved TO adopt
systematic action for the promotion of similar
meetings in every city and village in this land,
for the purpose of carrying out the principle of
union, and the conservation Of secular hours,
places and powers which charaeterizes these
gatherings. Among other ways of attaining
this end, the Convention eontempatcs field,
tent, aud publ, hall preaching, lay evangelism,
missionary deputations to awakened or destitute
places, and the consecralion Of the power of
the Press TO the work of preaching the Gospel
daily to all men. A committee Of nineteen
have charge OF the matter, and they win report
Rt the next meeting of the Convention, which
,s appointed to take place on the 23d Of next
November in the city Of Philadelphia
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1859-10-03

ANOTHER E1rRNsIoN or THE Ana oF FREE-
DoM.-The Spanish government has abolished
slavery on its African Island of Fernando Po
or rather has declared tho existence Of the in.
stitution Illegal. oDonnell, the Spanish min
lister of State, put this action Of his govern
ment upon the principle, recognized every.
where among civilized mel, ,e1cepti the South
ern States Of this republic, that slavery is the
creature of positive law and cannot exist With
out it. lie says
"The right Of property in slave can only be
valid in those countries where the law recogni,
zes the existence Of slavery In all countries
where slavery is lot recognized, all men, what
ever class they belong to, and whatever ooun.
try they come fron are necessarily considered
free.n