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The Shasta courier., 1859-08-20
Navigating the Upper Sacramento.


A few weeks ago our citizens were assured
that the California Steam Navigation COMPANY
provided our merchants would comply with Ger.
tain conditions, would speedily send men to tina,
portion Of the Sacramento river running be.
tween this place and Red Bluffs, for the purpose
Of putting It in complete and perfectly safe nav.
igable order-and that their boats would be
running to the mouth of Middle Creek in the
course Of two months We say our citizens
were assured that oil this would be performed
by the California Steam Navigation Company,
and the assurance came from no less reliable
and distinguished source than tho Presiden,
of the Company himself. So we are informed
Indeed, meeting was held the matter discuss.
ed, and, at least taci;ly passed favorably upon.
And after such favorable action assurances were
given that the Company would undoubtedly
make good their part Of their own proposition.
Nevertheless, upon reconsidering the matter,
the Company determined to abandon the pro-
ject, for the Present at least, of running their
boats higher than Red Bluffs.
- sAs@N OoAPaHS huOWS It's own inter-
ests the best. If the managers are satisfied that
1t would not pay to run their boats above Red
Bluffs, they are acting just as any other good
business men would act, under similar circum-
stances, In retaining their boats upon routes
that do pay. Hence, while believing the Com
pany in error, in supposing that it would not be
to its interests to navigate the river to the mouth
OF Middle Creek, and sincerely regretting and
deploring the change of views in this matter.
we have no grounds for complaint, other than
the false hopes held out to US by the President
and other officers OF the Comany.
And now, as the California Steam Nayiga-
ton Company declines to assist Shasta in her
efforts to extend steamboat navigation to her
doors, what is the next best step for our mer-
chants to take?
Let US make suggestion. I, is this: Small
steamers are abundant at San Francisco. Why
cannot our merchants charter one of them, and
furnish it with full freights to Red Bluffs lust as
often as it can make the tripe? They may thus
get their freight to Red Bluffs for fifteen or
twenty dollars per ton, instead of twenty We,
the amount they are now paying the California
5. N. Company. Why not do this? The freight
age OF our own merchants will keep a small
boat employed steadily. Why not then adopt
this project? No man can be blind to the fact
that Red Bluffs has made it greatly to the inter
est ofthe Company not to their boats above
that place. Upon no other hypothesis can the
Company's sudden change of purpose be ac-
counted for. Hence, we must endeavor to make
1t to its interests to change that purpose again
And we know Of no more effectual way to ac-
complish that desirable result, than by adopting
the plan here suggested
The Shasta courier., 1859-08-20
Our Nominee for senator.

1t is reported in the lower portion of the Dis
trict that Mr.. Logan, the Senatorial nominee
IS himself not the best party man in the world
for the reason that, in 1854, he bolted against
Judge Miller for Judge Of Trinity county,
Well, this is one of the baldest roorbacks'
that we have ever heard Of Why Mr.. Logan,
in 1854, was the regular Democratic nominee
OF Trinity county for Judge, while Judge Miller
was the regularly nominated candidate Of the
wing party. They we're the regularly nominated
candidates ofopposing parties How then could
Mr.. Logan have "bolted' Judge Miller?
The fact is that Mr.. Logan resided in Trinity
county about six years, and during all that time
he never scratched a Democratic ticket-alwars
voted the whole ticket, from Constable up to the
head
The Shasta courier., 1859-08-20
Indian Outrages in the Eastern Part of
Shasta County.

MOUNTAIN HONE, YREKA Roam,
August Is, 1859.
MEssRs. EDITORS - Gents.-On the night of
the 18th inst. there were two men killed at Hat
Creek Station on the emgrant road. One, a
Mr.. John Calaghan. brother-in law of Calag-
han, of Callaghans Ranch, on Scott River road;
the other boy, about fifteen years old, who was
cooking for Callaghan Dodge. The boys IA
mily name could not learn. They called him
John. He has father living near Tehama.
Callaghan was shot with rife Immediately
at the door, The boy had tried to make his
escape, and was killed about one hundred and
fifty yards from the house. He was shot with
arrows. Three passed entirely through his body.
Everything in the shape of clothing and pro-
visions taken by them. load of Govern
ment barley thrown out in the yard, and
the sacks taken of. They also took about Sl2O
in cash, one watch, and large quantity of am
munition and one rife.
A company is about being made up to pur-
sue them. Respectfully yours,
S. D. BAKER.
The Shasta courier., 1859-08-20
A CA.IroRsIA LlosEss.-Our friend

CALIFORNIA LIosEss.-Our friend - Nc
bles few nights since, on his ranch lying on
the Sacramento river, about ten or fifteen miles
shove this place, succeeded in killing a very
large California lioness. The night previous 1,
had killed and about half eaten large SOW
While being pursued it took to the tree" seve-
raj times, and once or twice was sho, a. by Mr..
Mobiles with bird-shot, under the supposition
that it was fox or cayote. AS sooa as be De-
came aware of its real character, however, be
loaded his shot gun with very heavy load OF
brdshot and one buckshot, and firing com.
plsteiy disabled the monster. The skin is now
stuffed and in possession of Mr.. Scott at bis
shoe shop on Main street
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ATTEMPTED RoBBERY.-About 9 o'clock on
Monday night last four men attempted to grasp
Co.'s coach team, at point in Trinity Valley
above Coffee Creek. Failing, however, the dri-
yer, Van Hooker, at once whipped up the team
and escaped. The passengers had with them a
very large quantity OF gold dust. They likewise
were well armed, and even if the highwaymen
had succeeded in stopping the stage, would have
given them considerable trouble to obtain pos
session of their treasure.
The Shasta courier., 1859-08-20
Letter rom Tho.. J. Butler.

In another column will be found letter from
Mr.. Butler, independent candidate for Senator
from this District, which was written in response
to an article in the Courier of last week.
Mr. Butler was in error (when he wrote that
letter. in supposing that we then knew that our
statement, relative to his having been endorsed
By the various Anti-Lecompton Central Com
mittees of the District was false. We assure
hid that his denial is the very first intimation
we have had of the incorrectness of our state
ment. He is also in error in supposing that we
had been imposed upon by one desrous of
his defeat" The Chairman Of the Anti -Lecomp-
ton Central Committee of this county, who is a
true friend of Mr.. Butler, requested US TO make
the statement that Mr.. B. had received the en-
dorsement OF the Anti i-Lecompton Central Com
mittees of the District. He is a man incapable
of uttering falsehood, and of course, was him.
self laboring under some sort of mistake. Thus
Mr.. Butler will admit, that although he had told
as, some weeks before, that he would not run as
the nominee ofany party, we were perfectly JUS
ti6ed in believing that he had seen proper to
change that intention. And a change of tac-
tics in political fight, so that the change is
made honorably and above board, reflects no
dicredit upon any one.
Butler win permit US to say that we have
sire r draw him into a lengthy newspaper
knple desire was Ito have HIS
sieks upon certain important issues. That's all.
twas our right to ask him for them, and like a
courteous gentleman he has given them.
The Shasta courier., 1859-08-20

IaPRosABLE.-The report which reached as
tia Yreka, to the effect that the British war
steamer Satellite had fred into the camp of Capt.
Pickett, Qocated on the island Of San Juan, ly-
ing somewhere in the straits OF Juan de Fuca,
which separates Washington Territory from
Vancouver Island,) aod killed some thirty odd
American eolders, is undoubtedly false. The
last news from the disputed territory, the Amer
lean and British authorities bad agreed to a
join; occupancy of the island until otherwise in
structed by their respective Governments.
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JoHN AsDERsoS.-Certain boting and sore
head Democrats are attempting to Justify their
lar Democratic ticket, by pretending to doubt
the Democracy OF, among other nominees, the
gentleman whose name heads this article We
take pleasure in saying that John Anderson has
never been anything else than q Democrat
While many of those, who are now doubling the
genuineness of his Democracy, were in Know
Nothing lodges, he was found fighting for the
Democracy.
The Shasta courier., 1859-08-20

PooR HUMAN NATURE.-These times of politi.
cal treachery and violations of solemn pledges
enable observing men to gain an extended know
ledge of human nature. We have found that
certain mems hearts are as full of envy and NAL.
ice as dogs grave is of corruption, and that
that envy and malice is sure to boil over when
ever they contemplate one whose superior intel
lect and energy have elevated him above them
selves in the social or political scale. Poor
weak human nature
The Shasta courier., 1859-08-20

WASHINGTON BREWERY LAGER BEER.-We re-
fer Dur readers to the advertisement of that old
establishment, the Washington Brewery
Lager Beer, o: a superior character, is manufac-
tured by Messrs Behre l. Hoffman on a very ex-
tensive scale, thus enabling them to sell at low
rates, for cash, in quantities to suit purchasers
We have personal knowledge of the fact that the
Lager manufactured at the Washington Brewery
is achoice article, the pure extract of malt and
hops, aud wholly free from noxious elements.
The Shasta courier., 1859-08-20
B r Y A N T'S
UNRIVALLED
STOMACH BITTERS.

A A GENERAL STOMACH CORRECTOR,
n these Bitters have no equal in restoring the
vital energy of the whole system.
Half a wine glassful taken before meals will
prove certain cure for Dyspepsia, dispelling
datulency and oppression of the chest while
they impart to an unimpaired appetite a keen
relish for food.
As Wine Bitter for the use OF Hotels and
Restaurants, they will be found indispensable
rendering all beverages truly delightful, being q
purely vegetable compound, entirely free from
any pernicious coloring matter.
Purchasers will please observe the Name
" BRYANT'S STOMACH BITTERS" pressed
on each bottle and cap, and see that the auto.
graph signature is on the label.
G. n. ". BRYANT,
New York
Agents foI San Francisco
au20:3m VIM NEWELL L co.
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VOLUNTEER CoMPAsy.-Gen. Kibbe organized q
Volunteer Company at the Bluffs on Monday
last. Whether be succeeded in getting the full
number called for, eighty, the Beacon does not
state. The following officers were elected
Captain, VIM. Burns First Lieutenant. Robert
Bailey; Second Lieutenant, Mr.. Van Shell
Brevet Second Lieutenant Mr. McCarty. The
company, says the Beacon, win proceed immedi-
ately to the field of their labor, in the eastern
portion Of Tehama county
The Shasta courier., 1859-08-20

HARVEY MINsTREts.-We attended the per-
formance Of this band of Negro Minstrels, (com-
posed of genuine Negroes) at Excelsior Hall, on
Thursday night We say unhesitatingIy that
their performance was admirable. The universal
opinion is that it is the best performing troupe
of Negro Minstrels that have yet been in our
town. They had another full house last night.
We assure our Weaversillo and Yreka cotempo-
raries that they may commend this troupe in
advance with perfect safety.
The Shasta courier., 1859-08-20
Jonathan Logan.

This gentleman, the Democratic nominee for
the position of Senator of this, the 18th Sena-
torial District is now in this county, for the
purpose of extending his acquaintance among
the people of Shasta. He is plain mana
Democrat of the old school, without variable
ness or shadow of turuing"-a Democrat in
practice as well as in theory-always sticking
to the Democratic organization, and supporting
its nominees whether they are personally his
friends or foes In the days of 1855, when SO
many members of the Democratic party deserted
our ranks and joined the Know Nothings, Logan
stood firm, never wavered, but fought manly
until the day of election for the Democracy, and
against those who sought to degrade adopted
citizens, because of their foreign birth, by de-
priving them of those rights most dear to Free
men.
Against him the Opposition have brought out
T. J. Butler, the tall son" of Tehama,-a most
excellent gentleman, by the way, but rather
nea Democrat, and very poor partisan. Unless
we are positively misinformed Mr.. Butler was
formerly, and not at a period very remote, a
very ardent supporter of the Know Nothing
cause. The opposition of this county, of every
complexion--black, blue and gray,--ring-
streaked and speckled-are giving him their
support, for the sole purpose of defeating the
regular Democratic nominee Hence it is the
duty,af the Democracy to stick to their Sena-
torial nominee with more than usual obstinacy.
He has right to ask it. Always having abided
by the actions of our OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES hay
ing supported all regular Democratic nominees
and n, yer having failed to stick by the regular
organization, it is his privilege to claim,
right, the support of every true Democratic par
tisan.
The Shasta courier., 1859-08-20
Democratic Speaking.

Hon. j. W Denver, and John G. Burcb. our
nominee for Congress, will address the Democ-
racy of this place, from the Lower Stand, this
evening.
The Democratic Rally at Whisky Greek also
takes place tonight. 1t is expected that nearly
all the county candidates will be present. as
well as sufficient number of takers. Let every
voter, be his political sentiments what they may,
attend if possible.
The Shasta courier., 1859-08-20

LrrERArURE.-Mr. Lepley, of the Pacific Book
Store, has muni6cently furnished US with late
papers brought by the last steamer, including
St. Louis, New Orleans New York and Phila.
deIphia papers. Among those of a literary
character we observe the Budget Of Fun. Iuus.
trated London News. Harper's Weekly, Frank
Leslie's Illustrated Newspaper, and Harper's
Magazine. Mr. Lepley has all these publies9psi
for sale.
The Shasta courier., 1859-08-20

The HEspERIAs.-This admirable Californis
Magazine, for August, is before u.s. The present
number is an Improvement upon former numbers
in some respects. Its contents are admirable
But do not, Mrs. Day, publish any more "Leave:
from the Plains" from the pen of W. Wads.
worth. The touching manner in which the find.
ing. N the vide. plains. of the little grave o
some nt's lost Mary is related, united
us fo1 rformance of our dull work of par
agras sone hours. The present number
contains Tvery excellent engraving of old Peter
Iaxen
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NOTICE.

A IL PERSONS indebted to me- on Book ac-
n count, are requested to make immediate
payment on or before the 22d of August, as l
am very much in want of the money, and all
persons not paying at that time will have their
bills presented to them at their place of business.
JOHN BALL.
Shasta, August IS. 1889 1t
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CrosIse OuT.-We invite tie attention OF all
kinds Of purchasers to the advertisement OF J. L
D. Callaghsn. They advertise for sale probably
the largest stock of merchandise ever collected
together in cne house in Shasta. Tie mountain
traders will fnt tie goods offered 20. sale, AID
.he prices named. Frost attractive
The Shasta courier., 1859-08-20
PROBATE NOTICE.
PROBATE COURT, SHASTA CO., CAL.
JULY TERN.

AUGUST l8, 1859.
Estate of Jesse Rhodes, deceased.
|nN READING the petition and affidavit of
~ Mary Rhodes, Administratrix of the above
named estate, praying that an order issue out of
this Court authorizing the said Administrative
to sell all the Real Estate belonging to the estate
of Jesse Rhodes, deceased situate in the county
of Sacramento and State of California: 1t is
therefore ordered that the clerk of this court
notice to be published in the Shasta Courier,
for four successive weeks, that the said petition
will be heard at a special term of this Court to
be held on
Saturday, the nth day of September,
A. ID. 1859,
at the Clerks Office in said county of Shasta. at
2 o'clock P. NJ, requiring all persons interested
to appear at that time and show cause, if any
they have, why the prayer of said petitioner
should not be granted.
BY order of the Probate Court,
H. l. VAN HORN, Clerk P C.
By A. c. TAYLOR, Deputy. au2o:4t
The Shasta courier., 1859-08-20

sE- Milton s. Latham the gallant and elo-
qaent Aag-bearer OF the Democracy of the State,
in his speech at Sacramento, on the 18th, after
vindicating himself, to the complete satisfaction
Of his friends against the several ofenses charg-
ed upon him, announced his determination for
the remainder of the canvass to eschew person.
sltisS. DR.. Gwin has announced the Same pur-
pose. We trust al tie o-hes speakers will fol-
lov thei- example
The Shasta courier., 1859-08-20

FscscH GutcE BALL.-We erroneously stated
last week that the bali OF Messrs. Bonnet l.
B-ownell WAS to take place at the Empire Eotel
We should lave SAID al the Excelsio, Hall. I.
takes pidce o. Friday evening next = largo
number Of 'adisz and gentlemen wii be pressa.
The Shasta courier., 1859-08-20

4HE KREosIHE LANP.-We refer our reader
to the advertisement of Mr.. Arnold, agent for
the 0as of this really valuable lamp. We
have examined them, and find them much
more simple and easily kept in order than any
other lamp. Their chief advantage, however,
consists in their use Of the "Kreosine Oil. y
This oil is free from unpleasant odors, very clear,
and destitute of all sticky qualities Two or
three table spoonfuls Of it will light parlor for
Eve or six hours with as much brlliancy as half
dozen ordinary candles. Mr.. Arnold has tested
this in his own parlor. We say to house keepers
that they will 6nd it greatly to their interests to
give this lamp and oil an examination.
The Shasta courier., 1859-08-20
A CARD.

TINE UNDERSIGNED is prepared to attend to
J. any business in the Land Office at Mays-
Vile, such as entering lands that have been Of
fered at public sale, or securing presumption
rights for settlers on the public lands where the
same have been surveyed and the plats returned
to the Land Office.
Also, wanted to purchase BOUNTY LAND
WARRANTS.
l can be found at my residence In Shasta.
jy30:4t WILLIAM MAUbh'
The Shasta courier., 1859-08-20

Bg- We have copy of the Illuminated Con
stellation, the biggest paper ever printed, meas
uring about eight feet in length by FIVE in width.
II is perfect nuisance.
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FOR SALE.

u1HE UNDERSIGNED offer to sell the well
i known MARKET and Butchers stand stu
ated in the village Of Horsetown, being desirous
" J. W. ROMER,
y. J. LUNEY.
Horsetovn, July ?, 1883. y'''m
The Shasta courier., 1859-08-20
Democratic Mass Meetings

THE undersigned in accordance with the
wishes of candidates and numerous Democrats,
announces that there will be
MASS MEETINGS
Of the Democracy of this county held at the
sever' times and places, to wit:
Whisky Greek, Saturday Eve, Aug. 20
French Gulca. Eve, Aug. 81
Buckeye Thursday Eve, Sept.
Horsetopn.. Saturday Eve, Sept 3
Shdsta......... ........-Tuesday Eve, Sept 6
At these meetings it is expected that all, or
nearly all of the regular Democratic candidates
will be present. Also several of our county
speakers. A. GROTEFEYD,
Chn,n. Dem. County Central Com
Aug. 18th, 1859. auT3td
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p9r Lansing Stout, Dem, has majority of
10 votes over Logan, Rep, for Congressman for
Oregon. This is official.
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Religious.

Preaching on Sunday (to-morrow) at IL o.
CLOCK. Also at in the evening, at the M E.
Ohurch n BURTON,
The Shasta courier., 1859-08-20
For Judge of the 9th Judicial District,
VIM. II. DAINGERFIELD.
OF Shasta.
'or Senator of the 18th Senatorial Distric.
JONATHAN LOGAN.

JONATHAN LOGAN,
Or Tehama.
COUNTY TICKET.
For the-Assembly,
JOHN WHITE.
For Tax Collector,
A. SKELLMAN.
For Sheriff,
JOHN s. FOLLANSBEE.
For County Clerk
JOHN ANDERSON.
For Recorder,
J. R. DURICK.
For Treasurer,
JAMES C. HAYBURN.
For District Attorney,
JAMES D. MIX.
For Public Administrator,
DENNIS DUNN.
For Assessor,
B. GARTLAND.
For Coroner,
DR. DESHIELDS.
For Superintendent Public Schools,
G. K. GODFREY.
For County Surveyor,
ANDREW G.. QUAIT.
For Supervisor of the I'd District,
j. W. ROMER.
For Justices of the Peace-Shasta Township:
E.K. SHED ........JAMES KEEN.
For Constables-Shasta Township:
JOS. SHORT. T. J. FLYNN.
Justices of the Peace-Clear Creek Township
JAMES F. BROWN ........WM. BARNUM.
Constables-Clear Greek Township:
DENNIS MAHER-LO LOAG.
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SHASTA COURIER.

E% L. P. FISHER-is the only Agen. of the
SHASTA COURIER In San Francisco, with power
10 receive subscriptions and advertisements
therefor, and receip. for the same.
OFFICE-l7l3 Washington street, opposite
Maguire's Opera House.
The Shasta courier., 1859-08-20

OUE 1HAsEs-A.e due the Office OF Freeman
+ Co. for unremit.iug fa7ors
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CLOSING OUT!
j. 4 d. CALLAGHAN.

N STOCK
"a Of Goods ever before offered in Northern
California, as follows:
10000 quarter sacks new Tehama
rour at. S5{to st
5000 mats No. China Rice at.......5 81 TO So
600 mats No. China Sugar at......l0 to ii
$4,000 lbs Crushed Sugar, at.....l5 to l5s
10000 lbs N. 6. Sugar, at..............l2g to l3
$4,000 lbs extra clear Bacon, at........l6 to II
100 barrels large brine Hams, extral7 to Is
200 cases prime Lard at.............. l6 to II
800 frkins Goshen Butter, at 3I to 80
1000 boxes Candles, at............. 81 to 20
500 boxes Hills Soap at..........2 II to 2 25
100 gross P. NJ Yeast Powders 80 so to SO
200 cases fine Black Tea, at.....3s to 40
1000 gals. American Brandy, at per gal 65 cts
200 pack'gs fine Champ. do at 37l to so
We also offer for sale
200 tons Barley, at..... .......S3 80 per 100 lbs
200 sacks Wheat, at............ 81
The above Goods will be sold at the prices
stated, according to the quantity purchased
Also, a very large assortment of
GENERAL MERCHANDISE.
not mentioned above, equally as low.
TERMS CASH.
j. s. ID. CaIIaghan.
auZo:ot SHASTA.
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THAsKs-To Wells, Fargo 8 Co. for daily ia.
ycrs.
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For Supervisor of the I'd District,
j. W. ROMER.
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sieEs upon certain important issues. That's all.
twas our right to ask him for them, and like a
courteous gentleman he has given them