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The hydraulic press., 1860-10-20

GROVER AND BAKER.-For some time past, a
furious but bloodless war has been going on be
tween the California agents of the rival Sewing
Machines, to prove which is the most meritor-
ious amongst the numerous different models con-
tending for that honor. If the ladies were left
to decide this question, it could easily be put to
rest. We know of one, who is an expert in the
use of both the Grover & Baker and Wheeler &
Wilson machines, who pronounces the former by
far the best, in simplicity of construction, man
.cement. and on account of the excellent work
which it rapidly performs. Others are OF the
same opinion, which we hesitate not to say, is
well founded Refer to Grover & Bakers ad-
vert;sement,. in to days paper.
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A STuPRNDoUs PRoJEcT.-The region round
about North Bloomfield, or ''Humbsg," as it was
formerly called, is not excelled for auriferous
The hilf-tops, the hill-sides, the ravines-every-
where, gold is found in paying quantities; but
the great difficulty encountered, is the want of
sufficient fall to sluice off the tailings from the
diggings. On this account, the town, from hav-
ing been at one time exceedingly prosperous, now
languishes, and commands but small portion of
the population'to which its chorographical posi-
ton entities it.
A project is on foot among the miners and
leading business men Of North Bloomfield, to
remedy this evil in the following manner: 1t is
proposed to cross the dividing ridge between the
town and the South Yuba, and low down in the
canon of that stream, commence a capacions
tunnel, which shall be cut through the hill at
proper ascending grade, for nearly mile, until
it reaches the subterranean line OF Humbug
Creek, when shaft will be raised perpendicu-
lar hight of one hundred and nine feet; thus
affording an outlet for the tailings, which it is
now found impossible to dispose of to advantage.
A joint stock company is to be formed for carry
ing this grand project into effect. Books were
opened acouple of weeks ago, and thirty shares
of stock subscribed for on the instant The
time required for the completion of the work,
would greatly depend upon the nature of the
rock encountered in its progress. We have heard
of no estimate being made as to tsprobable cost,
although we are told that seven men propose'to
undertake it for specified per dim, which is to
be allowed them in stock, on condition of being
also clothed fed and all their necessary tools and
appliances furnished.
The claim-holders, property-owners, business
men and population generaly-not only in the
immediate vicinity, but for miles around North
Bloomfield-should lend their aid and encour-
agement to this project. Should it prove sue
cessful, the gold-bearing soil could be worked in
circuit of ten or twelve miles, and untold millions
of dollars exhumed For, as we have already
remarked, the entire region abounds in mineral
wealth, as has been proved by actual prospect
ing, and labor in some instances already per-
formed. The prospects taken from the bed of
Humbug Creek alone, and which 1t is found inl-
possible to work for want of drainage, it is be-
lieved would more than twenty times pay for the
tunnel, even though it should cost over hun
dred thousand dollars.
The hydraulic press., 1860-10-20

MOORE FLAT.-The central location of
Moore's Flat, between its rivals, Orleans and
Woolsey's, with its greater area for building
and gardening purposes, gives it advantages
which are fully appreciated by the citizens
of the place, and which are called into daily
use in advancing its growth and prosperity.
That whole section of country is occupied
by an intelligent. but it may be, in some in
stances, discouraged population, which ac-
counts for the decrease of its numbers in
certain localities during the last few years
Moore's Flat has profited more or less by the
misfortunes, in this respect, Of ether CON-
munities. But, one fact is apparent-it
would be greatly to the advantage of all
those towns to encourage and induce the
settlement of Immigrants amongst them
These have humber ambition TO crafty, a
greater amount of energy--they come to
California to secure homes for their faasilies,
and in the pursuit of that object, will labor
harder for less remuneration propose and
prosecute aber plans and in fact, by the
adoption of hundred different expedients
unknown to, ard held in contempt by the
old miner, succeed in developing wealth
whose existence he never cendescended to
imagine existed.
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Supreme Judaeshtn.

It is stated, whether authoritatiyely or n OF
we cannot say, that Judge Baldwin is about
to resign his seat upon the Supreme Bench
of California. Should such anserent occur,
twill devolye upon the Governor to appoint
his successor.
A number of names have been mentioned
in connection with the position, and among
Others, that of John +. Mcconnell, of Nevada
county. So far as we have been able to
ascertain public opinion, after considerable
inquiry, the selection. of Mr. Mcconnell to
fill the vacant seat, would be entirely accep-
table to the people of the Northern portion
of the State, which is, beyond all question,
entitled to the appointment. The mining
interest is an extensive one Mr.. Mcconnell
has for several years practised as lawyer
before the Courts in which this class of cases
was more particularly involved. He is ia
miliar not only with the local regulations of
the miners, but the laws peculiarly applica-
bile in the adjudication of mining suits, and
would have the advantage of being from
portion of the State which furnishes a large
amount of business annually to be finally
disposed of before the Supreme Tribunal
In the list Of those named as worthy to
succeed Judge Baldwin, we find no man
more capable than John r. Mcconnell. He
ranks among the very first lawyers of Cali
focna. His mind is clear and vigorous He
has been hard student, and in constitu-
tional argument, has certainly no superior
on the Pacific coast. He arrives at logical
conclusions from course of sound and
rational argument. In legal, or even
political argument he is never without pre-
paration. Being deep thinker, he is always
a profound and ready reasoner--qualities
,eminently required in q Judge, and which
but few of those spoken of for this place,
possess in any comparable degree.
Laying aside all considerations of per
sonal or political nature, and regarding Mr..
Mcconnell exclusively in the light of one
whose spotless integrity and comprehensive
legal attainments entitle him to the appoint
ment, we have no hesitation in saying, that
by comforting it upon him, Gov. Downey
would give very general satisfaction to the
people Of the Northern mining counties, and
secure the services of one of the very abest
gentlemen for the position in the State.
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Constable's Sale.
State Of California, county of Nerada, IS.
TosrDshiy, of RysIoe1oyr


ID virtue of an order of sale me delivered, is
Dsued from the court OF r. H. Farquhar. Esq. am
acting justice of the in and for the county afore
said bearing date Oct. 1s d. 1860. in favor of the
Shawnut Mill Co.. and against Clark Rugg, for the
of $5S and IL cents. debt, inerert damages anu
of suit have taken in execution, ard will sell
to the highest bidder for cash. the following described
property towit: One building lot and blacksmith shop
thereon in French Corral township and county afore
sad opposite the dwelling house of Geo w. Parshley
and very the small rayine leading down the hill
from the garden of VIM Glister said lot being known
Clark Riggs lot. On Saturday. the 10th day of No
vember d. 1850, between the hours of 10 O'Clock a.
m and O'Clock p. m on the premises Of said proper
ty, at French Corral, county and State aforesaid.
Taken the property of Clark Rugg. to satisfy the
above demands anC accruing costs
North San Juan, Oct. 10Th, a. 1850.
oc2o ~ VS. EDWARDS, Constable.
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UMR. Humphrey Griffith has been compelled
to break up his appointments for speaking fur
ther before the people, account of being called
to Sacramento by telegraphic dispatch, where his
little daughter is lying seriously i'll.
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Interesting to Business Mcm<-The Sta
tiOnery Trade,


Gradually the light dawns upon us, and
one by'one the facts break FORTH that we, a
| nation of ten years growth, are fast be-
comingscivilized Not only the ruder marks
of intellect, as manifested in the various
mechanical contriyances of our mines and
farms, but literature and the fine arts are
taking unto themselves local habitation
! and aname in our midst Stationery fol-
lows closely upon the heels of refinement
and few persons are aware 'ofi the extent
and Importance Of this branch of our trade.
The word Stationer, originally, signifed
Bookseller, from his occupying a stand or
station, but as the publication and sale of
books increased, it was separated from that
of the other, the name Stationer remaining
with the vender of Paper, Ink, Pens, &c.
At this day, and in our country, a Book
and Stationery store;is aperfect thermometer
of the nature, extent and quality Of the
community. Wherever you see neat, we'll
kept establishment of this kind, with gen.
tlemanly and intelligent proprietor, you may
be sure you are in the midst Of an intellect
ual, refined and well informed people.
About two. years ago Mr.. Albert L. Ban
croft, brother of the eminent Publisher and
Bookseller, conceived the idea of taking
Stationery and making it separate and dis
tinct branch of trade, 'devoting his best en-
ergies to that alone No house exclusively
Stationery had as yet been started upon the
Pacific Coast. Accordingly after having
spent one year in preparation, the requisite
arrangements were consumated for receiving
regular supplies from the Mills and Manu-
factories of the United States, England,
France and Germany, and the enterprise
launched in San Francisco, early in 1860,
under the name of A. L. Bancroft & Co., Mr.
H. H. Bancroft becoming junior partner in
the firm.
So far it has proved decided success,
there not being town of any consequence
in California, Oregon, Washington or Utah
which does not contain one or more custo-
merS of this house. Closely allied to the
interests of this rev firm, stands the old
house of Fl. II. Bancroft l. Co. with its large
warerooms, crowded to overflowing with
books in every department of literature
The customers Of these two houses derive
great advantages in their being able to make
up their entire stock from them, and by each
department of their business being carried
on separately and upon it's own merits. We
heartily say, patronize the new house Of A..
l.. Bancroft l. Co. they deserve il.
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n.y. Gov. Willard. of Indian

B@ Gov. Willard, of Indiana, died re-
Gently at st. Paul, Minnesota, of consump-
tion..... Gen. Clark, commander of the
Pacific Division of the U. S. Army, died at
the Tehama House, San Francisco, on last
Wednesday morning.
The hydraulic press., 1860-10-20

GTHE people of Timbuctoo are ambitious to
they are clever enough to deserve the honor; but
the question naturally arises, Have they the
population to give it a living support?
The hydraulic press., 1860-10-20

UMooSEY, Of the Express, San Francisco,
proposes to have census taken of the Irish
population of California. And what for, Mr..
Mooneyf
The hydraulic press., 1860-10-20

THE SUPREME JUDGEsHIP.-The Nevada
Journal and the Democrat are both favorable to
the appointment of John R. Mcconnell to the
Supreme Bench, in the event that Judge Baldwin
resigns,
The hydraulic press., 1860-10-20

ITWEEKs, the Republican orator, calls our
mountain whisky 'tarantula juice" Frank
Washington, he says, don't like it.
The hydraulic press., 1860-10-20

MEReED.-The Home Journal, literary
newspaper heretofore published at San Fran
cisco, has been merged in the Golden Era.
The hydraulic press., 1860-10-20

EI The Sacramento Daily Evening Post
has been discontinued for want of patron
age.
The hydraulic press., 1860-10-20

MIrcHELL's BALL.-Dont forget Mitchell's
Ball, which is to come off at Columbia Hill, on
Tuesday evening next.
The hydraulic press., 1860-10-20

UJuDeE SrIDGER still continues to improve
from the effects Of his some-time-ago severe ac-
cident.
The hydraulic press., 1860-10-20

UTHE heavens are threatening rain as we
% to press-and it viii be likely TO come. too.
The hydraulic press., 1860-10-20
Minisag Claim
AND
Other Properties for Sale,
CHEAP FOR CASHi

II OFFER for sale, clear of de bt, one
lundvided fifth, 1-5th.) offve mining claims kuown
under the OF the Montreal Mining Cos. claims,
which situated about 10 rods ON the upper end of
the town OF North Bloomfield. Each clarh'is 100 feet
'front.' 800 feet and running back to the center of the
main ri ge, Which cover large quantity of ground
and will last a great many years Said claims well
opened. andfurnished with everything necessary to
work them to advantage. They be worked all the
year, and water be obtained all the time for 1921
cents sn inch, per day. The company is at present
washing. and doing well. They deep diggings-
10 feet of hank and about 10 feet of which blue
gravel. prospecting well There is streak of round
yellow gravel hear the top, containing good deal of
coarse goId-pieces weighing from s. to SlS having
been found init.
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n @ u S e!

with good large cooking stove and cooking utensils
The who being in good order. There also Garden
adjoining the house, which is we'll fenced; good water
free to waterit. during the whole summer. As l do
not wish nor intend to deceive any one any person
wishing purchase the above described properties will
do well to visit the same and Judge of it for himself
My only reason for disposing of the property is on
account of very important family business, which
qures mo to go home as soon as possible.
For further particulars enquire at the Hydraulic
Press Office, North San Juan. of VIM. Bausnian. who
has seen the property and give all the Information
wanted, or call on or address the undersigned
J.. NJ. D'ARCHE.
North Bloomfield, Nevada county.
Oct 90, 1860
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lie dpoNc sEhtt, tHeit fS
a WATER DITCH,

In good order which furnished about fths Of the
water used by the company last winter There salso
another ditch and waterrght belonging to the same
ssare wlch has not been used in it yet and by be-
ing connected with the first ditch. (Which would not
cost much will probably furnish much water the
whole company will need The above share is the only
one in the company which has free water in the rainy
seasou. Thrra is also good
The Opelousas courier., 1860-06-30
EIOUsAs PARISH OF (Louisana JUNE 3Oh 1860
Point aux Loups Springs.

HA THE undersigned takes this mode of notifying
SR MS she public that he has Just improved Estah-
y nly EsR lshmen and is readiness to receive all
those whose pleasure it may seek the
as place Of pleasure and recreaslI, IIs9e,l
those VINO may be impeied from ndispasisn have
70 shsn Tor the remedial Of These Springs
are situated the Bayou des Canes distant about 81 miles
Of the Town Of opeiousas Among the
there to be ound be had such found
aoouhdns with sulphur and Preparations Of Iron. The
springs are very abundant, and me three Of
streams form large basin which magnificent bathing
place. The waters Of the s basin ca entirely renewed
every hour hch certaSny calculated to add
from the principal bathing place there is besides this another
w FURNISHED with abundant streams owaer the coldnes
OF which can almost be compared to that of iae
announcing the opening of HIS Establishment the under-
sShed does not pretend to Offer the publte
watering place, where fine dressing be
with the other general accompaniments His object
on the contrary. is to offer the afflicted means through
agency of these the relief Dyspepsia
IN the Of erupions past
rienee, now stands uacontradicted.
The establishment consists of comfortable dwellings, with
an .he necessary furniture which may be required such
place. and the table will be always amply furnished with what
may seem best to suit the tastes of visitors.
excellent pasture which horses be kept with safety will
oe az ne disposition of such desire we'll corn
fodder, Sc. ~ 'A'
large house has Just been erected, containing billiard
taoe and bar well supplied with syrops and other reiresh
ments for ladies and gentlemen.
he charges of the undersigned will be moderate. he
eeis satisfied that his will not only be the
which they receive but that they will
also equally conented with the degree of health which they
may obtain from the healthfu waters of the e
rent Springs.
ANTOINE CART
The Opelousas courier., 1860-06-30
SAN9SRA0W CIR 0(RAo
TX L. Mourishing Remedy!
Invented and prepared by
p. M A r M A Y,

p. M A r M A Y.
FEVHE inventor of this new and invaluable rem
i edy has taken patents in Fran e, England
Scotland, Ireland, Belgium and the Unitee
States.
The most ch -onic constipation yields to the
Invigorating Cruel; it must be taken twice a
day, ones in tfa. morning and once in the evening
in ths elape Of asoup.
ThoGruel is a pleasant food, and requires no
particular diet; it excites the appetite, and acts
favofTs.y on the digestive organs, and cures more
OF less rapidly, but surely always, in every dis,
g eaa>sf the stomach, such as:
DysFepsia, Gastritis. Heartburn, Megrims. Sick
Headache, Pains in the Stomache. Cost;ve
ness, Vomiting, Chronic Diarrhea, &C., &c.
The Invigarating Cruel is taken in dfsarent
ways; with broth-with salt OF sweetened milk
with or without the orange-fower water. A
spoonful oft is sufficient, and should be put in
boiling milk and remain Is 90 minutes.
rTo be taken morning and evening
'rhe use of P. Marmay's SANITARY CRUEL
has produced most salutary effects, which we
hasten to make known to the public at large
Among all its other good qualities, which are
universally acknowledged. it has been found to
be highly useful and benifcent 10 Women in the
state of Pregnancy, and that it facilitates their
delivery.
1t also improves positively the quality and in
creases the quantity of Milk of Nurses.
No other kind of Food can be compared to it:
it may be administered without fear to the young
est children; it refreshes and strengthens them,
and preserves them against great many disea-
ses peculiar to their age.
Wemay therefore confidently recommend it to
every ia nily.
Every one-pound paper of the SANITARY
CRUEL contains thirty.two portions for one
person. They are all signed by P. MARA1AY,
Inventor and Patentee
For further particulars apply at the General
Depot, No. Al Cont street. between Chartres and
Royal streets, New Orleans.
For sale, wholesa.e and retail, by A. RENAUD
TRABEK, principal agent in the United States.
Depot in all the principal cities of the United
States.-In Opelousas at Messrs P. L. Hebrard 5
and John Posey's DrugStores.
March 1rth 1850
The Opelousas courier., 1860-06-30
May 5th, 1860
Sell Ghq1rep SprtunS.

SHIS delightful watering place, situated in the
IL Parish of ST. Landry, in beautiful rolling
Pine Woods, distant about So miles from Opelousas
will be opened on the fifteenth of June next for the
reception of Visitors.
These springs are favorably known among the
people of the surrounding Parishes as mineral
waters of great efficacy in chronic diseases of va
ricus kinds-their mineral virtues having been
tested by iunumerabe cures they have performed
This Establishment is now undergoing tho
rough repair and several new family houses are in
construction and the plan will afford ample room
for 200 visitors this season.
The services of our excellent cook Sylvester
we'll known by many of my visitors) good stew
ard and polite and attentive servants have been
secured, and fine band of music headed by 1osi
the celebrated Italian Vioinst is also engaged for
the season.
Two lines of Omnibuses will run between Ope-
lousas and the Springs twice week regularly.
Persons visiting the above establishment may
have thei1 letters and papers directed to "Vilie
Plate, Bell Cheney Spgs. and they will receive
them twice week.
Board and Lodging per week, S 10000
+" . 4 dav s 200
Children and Servants half price
Horses der day, $I0D
E. PATIN, Proprietor.
Opeousas, May 5th, 1860
The Opelousas courier., 1860-06-30
Gouoetat a.au afa1rmp
OF THE
Immaculate CozaeeDtivns

Opetousas, st. Landry, La.
FTyHIS Institution, under the care of the Sisters
H. of Holy Cross, is located in the town of
0pelousas, La, in most beautiful an healthy si-
the Fairgrounds delightfully."- shaded.
The course efinstruetion is most extensive, en-
bracing French. English and all the useful and Or
namental branches taught in the best Institutions
Of America or Europe. %
To encourage education, the most moderate
terms have been adopted:
For hoard and tuition 500, per scholastic year
of ten months, payable in two equal instaIments,
and in advance.
Day scholars will pay $50, or $40, per scholastic
year, according to the classes they will attend,
also in two equal payments, and in advance.
Books and Stationary, Music and Drawing, for
snck as viii learn them, are charged extra.
Forfurther particulars, apply to SISTER MARY
G. RAYMOND, Rector Of the Catholic Church.
Opelousas, March 10th, 1s60-ly.
The Opelousas courier., 1860-06-30
ST. MiRY'S ACADEMY.
Foe 8oDa.

TANHIs Institution, lately established in the town
Il of Opelousas, to bestow upon the boys and
youths of the Parish the Incompatible blessing of
a solid education: will resume it's duties on the
goth of October.
The course of instruction will embrace such
branches will be most useful to the pupils; the
utmost care will be paid to their rapid improve
ment.
The best Teachers will be selected their num-
Der will be increased to suit the increasing number
of the students.
The very great success of the Institution from
the beginning, the long experience of those at the
mead of it, their unconquerabe determination to
carry out the noble work, are the best pledge they
can offer to parents for the improvement Of their
children.
For terms and other particulars apply to
Rev GILBERT RAYMOND.
. 0rnl
The Opelousas courier., 1860-06-30
HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE.

Nh E undersigned having taken the large brick
- buildings opposite P & ". Roy's old Store,
Main Street, Opeousas, has Just arrived from New
Orleans with COMPLETE assortment of House.
hold Furniture of all kinds and prices, comprising
MAHOGANY BEDsTEADs AND ARMoIRs;
BLEck WALNUT g 8:
Tables marble tops and others;
SorAs, BUREAux;
SIDEBoARDs, WAsHsrANDs;
RocK1NG-cHAIRs, CHAIRS;
and many other articles suitable for families,
bachelors, public houses &c, the enumeration of
which would be too tedious.
Owing to the importance of his purshases and
other considerations he is enabled to sell his
Furniture low it can be got from New
Orleans.
He takes this opportunity to inform his friends,
and the public in general that he will continue TO
make new furniture, repair old one.and exchange
new articles for any old which may be repaired.
Hoping to merit a share of the public patronag ge,
he invites ladies and gentlemen to come and ex-
anime his stock of furniture.
IOfITS WAITER
The Opelousas courier., 1860-06-30
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