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Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1859-06-29

The, Ship Bremen, which arrived at New
York on Sunday evening, brings news from
Europe to the l4th inst. After the battle of
Magenta, the Austrians fed from Milan. A
three hours fight occurred at Melegnano, in
which the Austrians sustained heavy loss in
killed and 200 prisoners. The French loss
amounted to so officers and 500 men killed
and wounded. The Austrians have quilted
Piacenza as well as Pavia. and seem TO be
steadily withdrawing toward the Mncio, while
French corps is said to have crossed the Ad-
da. The Austrians have also evacuated the
States of the Church. Napoleon has issued a
proclamation to the Lombards, which, by the
moderation of its tone, has produced deep
impression in Europe. He says he has no sin
lister object in view--he desires only to MAIN
tain the independence of the Italian States.
Prince Metternich is dead. In England, the
new Ministry is not yet completed. The for
eign policy of the new Government promises
to be substantially Napoleonic. 1t will aim
to induce the Austrians now to leave Italy
and so end the war.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1859-06-29
HARVEST ITEMS.

VIRGISlA.-The farmers of the lower part of
the State have cut their wheat. In some To-
calities 1t has been injured by fly, rust, joint
worm, weevfl, ETC., but generally the crop is
regarded as very good one.
OHIo-The wheat harvest has commenced
in the Great Miami Valley, and the estimated
yield Of field cut, is thirty bushels to the a
ere. The crop, it is said, will be at least an
average one, in that State.
KENTUCKY.-The wheat has been cut in this
State. The yield is heavy and of good quail
~; in fact, such golden fields of wheat have
not gladdened the hearts of the farmers since
the year 1855.
ILLISo1s.-The wheat harvest is progressing
in Egypt or Southern part of the State; and,
it is reported, that the crop is as good any
previous one cut in that State.
fSDIANA.-The wheat is being cut in this
State, and so far, the crop gives general salts
faction, being about an average yield.
GEoReIA.-The crop of wheat has been har-
vested in the State. The yield is large, and
the grain of good quality.
MIssIssIpPi-The wheat has been cut in
this State, and the crop is reported as an ex-
cellent one.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1859-06-29

A QUEER SroRY.-The Philadelphia North
american learned queer little bit of history
lately. few days since. citizen, in order
to prevent his creditors from getting his pro-
perty, signed of some S2O,O 900 in real estate to
his stepsons. Stepsons had deeds recorded,
and in about three days had real estate con-
verted into money, without the stepfather
knowing anything of the matter. Having
converted real estate into money, stepsons
started for the west, leaving stepfather 10 ssgrin
ana bear it'' as best he can. Stepfather hav-
ing put all his property out Of his hands, now
mas nlmself without sufficient funds to go in
pursuit of stepsons. 1t now looks as II stem
sons had sold stepfather and got stepfatber in
to tight place. Stepfather begins to think
that he might have better settled with his
creditors. In endeavoring to be s.smart >, he
has reduced himself 70 two shirts and be OF
iack
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1859-06-29

i A DEAD SHoT-A lady of Milwaukee, re-
turning Unexpectedly from drive. she i'm
agined she heard voices in the room usually
occupied by herself and husband. The door
being closed, she applied her eye to the key
hole, and saw the figure OF a woman, and
standing by her was the husband of the jeal-
Gus wife, actually engaged in adjusting a
shawl upon the shoulders of tlH female intru-
der The wife went to another room, took n
loaded shot gun, returned, opened the door,
and deliberately shot the strange woman in
the back. The husband screamed the wife
tainted. When the latter returned to consci-
BUSINESS, she found the wretch of husband
bending over her, with well feigned solicit
tude in his glance. Mutual explanations Ell
sued, and the body of the woman who had
been shot was brought in. 1t was a dummy !,
The husband, who pursued the respectable
calling of retail dry goods dealer, was wont
to use this figure to exhibit the mantiilas and
shawls with which he desired to charm the
eyes of the Milwaukee ladies.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1859-06-29

The Democracy of Clear1eid held Con-
vention on Tuesday evening of last week, for
the purpose OF deciding what system of nomi-
mating Candidates for county Offices should be
used In future by that party. The meeting
was sort of private affair, but we are inform
ed that the session was kept up until late
hour, and that the proceedings were of rath-
er rich and vlyaeious character-a free talk,
in which all present would betimes indulge.
1t was, however, finally determined that the
Crawford county system should be retained
but that some restrictions should be thrown a.
round the mode of holding elections, and Ger
tain qualifications required to secure aEote.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1859-06-29

Hon. SIMON CAMERoN.-The popularity OF
this distinguished gentleman seems to be daily
increasing, if we are permitted to judge of it
by the tone of the newspaper press, and the
expressed sentiments of public gatherings in
various sections of the country. Scarcely an
exchange comes to hand that does not contain
an editorial in his favor, or the proceedings of
a meeting endorsing his course. On the Sd
inst, festival was had at the opening of the
tCameron House" at Mt. Joy, Lancaster coun-
ty, at which decided preference for General
Cameron was expressed by those participa-
ting, IN their speeches, toasts, &c. On the
18th, the Peoples party of old Westmoreland
held their County Convention, and among the
resolutions adopted was one declaring Gen.
Cameron to be their first choice for the Presi-
dency. Thus it is working all over the State.
Wherever Convention is held, or public
movement of some consequence made, Came
ron for the Presidency, is the popular cry.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1859-06-29
COUNTY NURSERIES. Roch.

lVl ester, N. Y.-GcUL.D BEcKwrrH & CO., Pro-
prietors.-We take pleasure in saying to those in
terested in the culture of Fruit Trees, Shrubs
Plants, dc. that encouraged as we are by the sue
cess We have heretofore had in giving satisfaction
where we have supplied persons with our stock,
and the consta mt demand which the thousands of
orders we are yearly receiving indicate, we still
continue to furnish everything in our liae on the
most advantageous terms. We made only one de-
livery in this State last fall east of the Allegheny
river, and that very successful one at Plum Vile,
Indiana county. So far we can learn our trees
are doing finely, and many of customers have
this season given us orders for six or eight times
the amount they bought last. We give reference
to those who were supplied by US last season in
Indiana county. and mention few names out of
the hundreds whose implicit confidence we feel
sure of Jacob Weamer, VIM Weamer Jno Nc
Even, Esq, c. f. McEwep NJ. D., ID. Wynkoop
W. Allison, and A Morrow. Plumvlie; John Nc
Vuown, Dayton l. & J. Steers & Co, Saml Rit-
chey, and N c. Coleman, Smicksburg; Alex Fos-
Ter; Esq H. Goorley, Rural Village, and Hen
ry barkey, Gettysburg.
Inc following arc our agents, who will receive
orders for Trees, DC, to be delivered next fall at
inc places where they stationed
NOS Mills, Clearield; +. NJ. Potter, Curwcns-
vile; D S, Plotner, New Washington; N Weeks
Piumville, Indiana county.
mayls-6tp GOULD BECkWITH 4 CO
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1859-06-29

TROUBLE AT WAsHINGroN.--A correspondent
writing from Washington says there is still
much confusion and trouble in and about the
Executive Departments, arising from revcla-
tions respecting Executive and Departmental
corruption. The meeting of Congress is look
ed forward to with dread. Investigation will
lay bare such fearful and corrupt abuse of
power and patronage as will put to blush the
practices of the British Government in The
times of Horace Walpoie. The whole power
of the Administration is now being directed
to suppression of evidence. Every appi-
ance is used to quiet the rebellion. Mr.. Wen
dell is beset by Cabinet Ministers and their
representatives, with many soft and endearins
Establishments, and equally substantial things
In the way Of promises, to hold his peace and
to cease his revelations.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1859-06-29
B. ROW. EDIroR AND PROPRIETOR.
CLEARFIELD, PAL 20, 1859.
CLEAKFIELD, PA, JUN NE 70, 1853.
PEOPLES STATE TICKET.
FOR AUDITOR GENERAL,
THOMAS E. COCHRAN, of York.
FOR SURVEYOR GENERAL,
WILLIAM III. KEiM, of Berks.
STATE TICKET.

DOUGLAS AND THE PREsIDENCY.-The s'little
gianto has just written letter, declaring his
principles, and the terms upon which he would
accept the nomination OF the Charleston Con-
vention. The letter was written in reply to
Mr.. j. B. Dorr, of Dubuque, Iowa, who i'll
quired of Mr.. Douglas whether his friends
might present his name at Charleston IS a can
they may do so if the Convention shall adhere
to the principles embodied in the compromise
measures of 1850, ratified by the people in the
Presidential election of 1852, re-affirmed in
into the Cincinnati Platform in 1856, and as
expounded by Mr.. Buchanan in his letter ac-
cepting the nomination but if, on the con-
trary, the Convention sets up new doctrine
q Congressional slave code for the Territories,
or denying the right of the people in the Ter
ritories to regulate Slavery just as they con-
troll other matters relating to property, he
will not accept the nomination, if it should be
rendered to him. This is plain, frank and
blunt talk !; and If must be acknowledged that
1T is not often that Presidential aspirants
speak out as boldly and uncquivocally as Mr..
Douglas has in this letter, which will, in all
probability, find favor with the masses of the
Democratic party North, but does not accord
with the views of Southern ultraists, and will,
therefore, reduce his chances of nomination at
Charleston.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1859-06-29

AN EvENTFuL MoSTH.-Napoleon landed at
Genoa on the 18th OF May. His Italian cam
paign had, up to last advices, occupied twen-
ty-seven days. Those twenty seven days have
been productive of as rapid and brilliant re-
suits as the campaigns of the First Napoleon.
If the battles have been less frequent, the
success has been equally decisive. Turin has
been saved from capture. Victory has crown
ed French arms a second time at Montebello.
Two victories have been won at Palestro. The
Austrians have been driven out of Sardinia.
The French have invaded Lombardy. Como
has been reyolutionzed. The Tuscan Sover-
eign has been dethroned. The Parmesan
Duchess has been compelled to fly. Milan
has thrown off the Austrian yoke, and Magen-
ia has been the scene of as bloody a conflict
as Marengo. elm months time,'' said Ma
poleon, ssI will date proclamations from Mi
lan." He keeps his promise.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1859-06-29

The Charleston Mercury says in reference to
Douglas, s'we will sustain or countenance him
under no circumstances whatever he is
traitor to the Democratic party, and traitor
to those principles which secure the South
he is dangerous and designing. Away with
him. Finally" says the Mercury, eswe shall
sustain no man, of whatever party, clique,
platform of Douglas principles, though he
should be nominated by twenty democratic
Conventions.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1859-06-29
Te9g RAFTsNlAM's JOURNAL.
LErrER OF JUDGE DOUGLAS.

The following is the letter of Hon. Stephen
A. Douglas, explaining his position on the
subject of the Presidency -
WASHINGTON, W Wednesday j une ., 1859.
esMY DEAR SIR have received your letter
inquiring whether my friends are at liberty to
present my name to the Charleston Conven-
tion for the Presidential nomination.
ssBefore the question can finally be deter
mined, it will be necessary to understand dis
tinctly upon what issues the canvass is to be
conducted. If, as l have full faith they will,
the Democratic party shall determine, in the
Presidential election of 1860, to adhere to the
principles embodied in the compromise me "a
sures of 1850, and ratified by the people in the
Presidential election of 1852, and re- affirmed
in the Kansas Nebrastla act of 1854, and incor-
porated into the Cincinnati Platform in 1856,
as expounded by Mr.. Buchanan in his letter
accepting the nomination, aad approved by
the peopie-in that event my friends are at
liberty to present my name to the Convention,
if they see proper to do so. Ii, on the con-
trary, it shall become the policy of the Demo-
cratic party-which l cannot anticipate-to
repudiate these, their time -honored principles,
on which we have achieved so many patriotic
triumps, and if, in lieu of them, the Conyen
tion shall interpolate into the creed of the par
ty such new issues as the revival OF the Afri-
can slave-trade, or Congressional slave code
for the Territories, or the doctrine that the
Constitution of the United States either estab-
fishes or prohibits Slavery in the Territories,
bey yond the power of the people legally to con-
troll it other property, it is due TO candor TO
say that, in such an event, could not accept
the nomination if rendered to me. Trusting
that this answer will be deemed sufficiently
explicit, l am, very respectfully,
Your friend, S. A. DOUGLAS.
ssTo J. B. Dorr, Esq, Dubuque, Iowa."
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1859-06-29

In Fayette county, there are twelve distille-
ries. Since the late frost, the owners have
been warned by anonymous letters to discon-
consumed by the people, on penalty of having
their buildings burned. Two like establish
ments in the county were lately destroyed un-
der similar threats, and it is supposed this
warning viii be needed.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1859-06-29

MckEAN CouNTY.-We learn from the Citizen
,hat a @ nrm OF rich capitalist from abroad
oought 'oo acres of land in that county upon
the representations that coal existed in large
gaans,Iies qua nnn on 'ne tract. The firm expended
SNV,VVo III erecting mills and machinery for
the manufacture of coal oil, &c and discov-
cred afterwards that but very little coal exist-
ed, and left the county in disgust.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1859-06-29

Alonzo Jackson, former servant of Presi
dent Pierce, and more recently waiter in
the Astor House plead guilty on Saturday last
in New York Court of Special Sessions, to
stealing SO worth of crockery from that ho-
tel. Mr.. Spencer, bis counsel. plead mitiga-
tion of sentence, on the ground of the priso-
ner's good character land his misfortane in har
ing been employed under President Pie"c ce. The
Court sentenced him to the Penitentiary for
three months.
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Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1859-06-29

Horace Greeley, and two other gentlemen.
who are at the Pixies Peak gold diggings have
signed a statement in which the existence of
gold at ssGregory's Diggings' is confirmed, !,
but Greeley thinks that digging is the most
difficult way to obtain it.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1859-06-29

The proportion of clergymen to the popula-
tion of the United States is as TO 853. New
Hampshire takes the lead in supporting prea-
cheers, she has one to every 400 persons.
Connecticut comes next, with one to every
526 persons. All 'the New England States
support one clergyman to less than 600 per-
soHs. New York has one to every 722.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1859-06-29

MILITARY NOTICE.-By order of Briga-
Nl dicr General A. NJ Hills, all Field and Com
missioned officers Of the 5th Brigade, of the l4th
Division of Pa. Malitia. comprised of Clearfeld
county, are required to meet at Clearfeld on Mon
day the 4th day of July next, at o'clock, 2. NJ,
for the purpose of electing Major General for
this Division. P.W. BARRETT, Aid.
Clearfeld, Pa., june Goth, 1859.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1859-06-29

NOTICE.--At meeting of the Directors of
IN the New Washington and Glen Hope Plank
Road and Turnpike Company, held at Nowburg on
May ID, 1852 an assessment of ttcskre dollars and
ftty cents on each share laid. to pay for work
completed on said road. The stockholders of said
road will therefore take notice. that the above a
mount is required to be paid, each share, on or
before the First day of August next, or they will
be dealt with according to law. By order of Board,
June29 80. JOSEPH M'MURRAY Treas
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1859-06-29
I ooK HERE, GENTLEMEN WAGON

IL SHOP AHEAD ,!t-The subscriber thankful
for past favors, takes this method of informing
his old customers and the public in general, that
he has removed his shop from the Foundry to the
shop formerly occupied by George w Orr, on Sec
ond street, Cearfeld Pa, where he will continue
to manufacture Wagons of every description, to
order of good material and in a workmanlike
manner. Also, Wheelbarrows Harrows, Grain
cradles, &C., made short notice. in superior
style, and of the best stock. Repairing of every
kind done with dispatch, and on re asonable terms
June 30, 1859. WILLIAM r. BROWN
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1859-06-29

The Consultation, the Administration organ
at Washington regards the recent letter OF
Judge Douglas as declaration to oppose the
nominee Of the Charleston Convention.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1859-06-29

NOTICE.-The Capital Steck of the Andcr-
L sons Greek Public Road and Navigation Com
pany having all been taken, the ubscribers to the
stock will meet in the Borough of Curwensville.
on the first Monday of July, 1859, for the purpose
OF electipg One President, Five Managers, One
Treasurer, and such other officers as may be deem
cd necessary to conduct the business of said compa
ny. An nstalment of s. per share will be reouir-
ed TO be paid TO entitie the shareh older to vote
JOHN PATTON, BEN. HARTSH0RN,
JAMES SPENCER, SAMUEL. ARNOLD.
DAVID KIRK. DAVID DRESSLER
WILSON MOORE, WM. +. JOHNSTON.
NM. M'BRIDE.
Curwensville, June l, 1859 Commrs
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1859-06-29

NOTICE.-DR. A. NJ HILLS, desires to notify
Y his patrons, that he will be absent from his
Office in Cleareld during tho three first weeks in
July, on a professional trip TO Elk June29
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1859-06-29

The latest wrinkle in Missouri ruffianism is
refusing to let pass through certain counties
cattle from Texas and the Cherokee.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1859-06-29

All persons who are suffering with the Gout
can be cured by Du Va.Ps Galvanic Oil with
ont fail. Corns Cen be cured by three appli-
cations, in every case where pain exists.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1859-06-29

EtXTRA Superfne Flour and Corn meal for sale
IL at the store of WILLIAM IRWIN,
June 29th, 1859. Curwensviile.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1859-06-29

"A is hereby given that Letters of Adnlinistra-
ton have been granted to the undersigned on the
Estate of Asher Cochran, late of Penn township,
Clcarfeld county, deceased. All persons knowing
themselves indebted to said estate are requested
to make immediate payment, and those having
claims against the same are directed to hand their
claims. duly authenticated, to the undersigned
without delay at Curwensville. Clearfeid Co., Pa.
jun22 JOSIAH EVANS, Admir-.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1859-06-29

4 ltAUTION.-All persons are hereby cautioned
u harboring or trusting my wife Margaretta
who has left my bed and board without any Just
provocation I viii reafter pay
debts of her contracting. They are also notified
that whoever harbors. my children David Bryson
and Charlotte Amanda viii be dealt with accord
ing to law. CHRISTIAN YEAGER
Lumber City. Pa. June I. 1859 3tp.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1859-06-29

Rev. Alexander CLARK, Editor of the eSchool
Visitor" says: eve have had ample oppor
tunities during the last few weeks, of witness
ing the practical workings of the Iron City
College. Having been in almost daily inter-
course with the Teachers and Students, in the
study room, and at the different recitations,
we have only TO say that thoroughness, and
intense interest, characterize every perfor-
nance. Students arriving daily, from all
parts of the country, and the number now in
attendance is larger by far, than any similar
Commercial College East or West. Mr.. Jenk-
ins the Principal is gentleman of the strict
est integrity, and the entire faculty is compos-
ed of competent and faithful instructors.
Every indueement announced in the widely
diffused advertisements of this institution,
is promptly carried out, in the course OF study
and diciplne, which this college has won its
present reputation"
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1859-06-29

nISSOLUTION OF FPARTNERSHIP-
H. The undersigned, trading under the of
Weld Il Dickinson, in Glen Hope having dissolv-
ed. on the ilth day of June, 1889, the partnership
heretofore existing, give notice that the accounts
of said firm must be settled without delay.
l.. W. WELD.
June 90, 1859. W. X DICKINSON.
n. B. The Mercantile business will be continued
at the old stand by w. r. Dickinson. June22