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Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1860-03-17

The only papers in New Jersey that favor
the new Union party, . fusion Of the Repub
licans and Americans, are the Jersey City
Standard and the New Jersey american, pub.
lished at Ncwark--one Republican, the 9th
er an American paper. The others are either
afraid to commit themselves, or disapprove the
movement. The ultra Republicans are in "a
vor Of running 3 straight-out ticket, and in
sist that they have no compromises to make
nor will they sanction fusion and the ultrl
Americans disclaim al idea Of utilization with
the Republicans. 1t is too late in the day to
start new party. Men have committed them
selves--have taken sides, and will not permit
the politicians to transfer their allegiance with
out consultation. The Union party must be q
nzIIa
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1860-03-17

TEE PREsIDENcY.-A friend, politician Of
standing and influence, possessing in an emf.
nent degree the confidence of the leading men
at Washington, writes to US from that city
under date Of February 9th "vice President
Breckenridge is an aspirant for the Charleston
nomination, and will continue to be until the
question is closed-a strong, discreet, polite
aspirant, and he enters the field under the
most favorable circumstances. He is accepta-
BILE to the friends Of the President and of Sen.
ator Douglas, and they may unite on him and
thus in . measure, heal the dSsensions in the
ranks1of our party. II President Buchanan
and Senator Douglas both prefer him to any
one else. which seems to be conceded he will
unquestionably be nominated on the FIRST bal
lot, If not without opposition. So far as the
question Of nomination is concerned deem it
unwise to express preference for any or op-
position to any Of the distinguished statesmen
mentioned in connection with the Presidency,
I deprecate such expression of preference or
opposition on the part Of any true Democrat,
as tending to discord and distraction in our
ranks, and as fraught only with mischief
shall cordially support the nominee of the
Convention, and | hope every other Democrat
will make q like promise. At the present
writing Breckinridge'a prospects for the nomi.
nation are decidedly the brightest"
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1860-03-17

WHOLESALE TRADE-We are gratif1ed to
SstiCs chat SOme Of our grocery merchants
are getting large stocks of goods on hand,
with q view to securing share Of the rapidly
increasing trade q the silver region. In or
der to do 50, 10 is necessary that they should
not only keep large stocks, but also sell at low
prices. We doubt not that they will come up
fully to the required mark in both respects.
MeSsrs. Upson & Co., Landecker & Co., and
L. B. Richardson are all aiming at the secur-
ing Of this trade, and their, business tact and
enterprise, 20 we'll known in this community,
will not psrwit ~ to doubt that they will sue
osed, 70 great extent, in the accomplishment
q theiS object.
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1860-03-17

A new WEEKLY, termed the Courier and
Enquirer, has been started at Gallatin, Ten.
nesSee. 1t advocates the election OF John Bell
for the next Presidency and fusion of ell the
opposition elements. While it processes the
most ardent attachment to Southern institu-
tons and statesmen, it yet eulogiSes the Re-
publican and denounces the Democratic party.
As the organ Of Bell it could not do otherwise
than speak kindly of the Republicans Since
the introduction Of the Kansas Nebraska Bill
Bell has been counting the favor of the Repub-
licans. When the conservative and Constitu-
tion.loving men of the country demanded the
repeal Of the odious and unconstitutional re-
striction which prohibited the citizens of the
Southern States from carrying their property
into the common territory Of the Nation, the
Aboitionists Of the North, in . united body,
resisted this just and equitable demand
All the opponents Of the South, Of every shade
and name, banded themselves together in op.
position to the sas-Nebraska Bil--a meas
ure intended to restore the South to her equali-
ty Of rights in the Union. This was the ORR
gin Of the present division Of parties. Stephen
A. Douglas, the author Of the Bill, was ficrcely
assailed BY them and their alies,--no epithct
was too harsh for them to apply to hin, -and
those who assAiled him most bitterly, persist
emily and unrelentingly were trucking and
apostate Southerners, the partisans Of John
Bell. Tho Democratic party Of the Nation,
with the conservative portion Of the Wing
party Of the South, promptly took their posi-
ton BY the side Of Douglas and calamity
fought for the Nebraska Bill. The Black Re-
publican party, comprising oil the anti-SlAvery
faction, organized in opposition to them. John
Bell, the most honored and distinguished lead.
or Of his party in Tennessee, stood side by
side with Hale and Seward and other notorious
AbOlitiOniSts in resisting the passage Of the
Bill. So did Etheridge, Bugg, CuIlOm and
Taylor They betrayed their party and allied
themselves with the Abolitlonists, and for this
betrayal, for his treachery to his State, he ex.
poets the Republicans to nominate him for the
Presidency. He has worked with them, voted
with them, encouraged them, and be now de-
mands to be rewarded for his services-ser.
vices which no UniOn-loving statesman would
have performed. Will they comply with his
demandsi Having used him, will they not
give him back seati We hope so.
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1860-03-17

MAsoSIc.-Sierra Nevada Council, No. 40
Of Royal and Select Master, having received &
charter from the Grand Council of Alabama,
held an election for officers for the ensuing
year on Thursday evening last, when the fol.
lowing Companions were regularly elected
Lew. B. Rnmsey, T. S. NJ: NJ. Barowsky d.
|. NJ; A. c. Arvidsson, P. c. Of W. James
McBeth, C. Of g.. A. Kahn, Treasurer; Vim.
A. January, Recorder, and A. Haas, Sentinel.
This Council is in Hourishing condition, and
its location is such tina; it may reasonably be
expected To become one OF the largest in mum.
bers in the State So mote il be-
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1860-03-17

RARELY EscAPE.-Therc have been large
number of indictments by the Grand Jury Of
this County since Mr.. Sanderson has entered
upon the Office of District Attorney, and, so
far, but one person indicted bias escaped con.
viction. Sanderson is becoming terror to the
evil doors. By reference to the Court proceed.
ings in to-day'S DENocRAr it will be seen that
this certainty of conviction has already made
a proper impression on the minds of the in.
dicted, and that many of them are pleading
guilty. A terrible institution, to the vicious,
is our successful District Attorney.
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1860-03-17

EARrHorAKE.-The shock Of an earthquake
was felt in this city at about ! /, o'clock in the
forenoon Of Thursday Its motion was North
and South. 1t lasted but moment We learn
that it was noticed at Genoa, in Carson Vail, y,
also. Those Of our citizens who felt the shock
were considerably startled, it being the first
time they had experienced the phenomenon.
We learn that the shock was felt at George.
town at the same hour
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1860-03-17

The notorious youug sOamp Bob DurkiS. and suite.
consisting Of two juvsniIss and two hard. looking
fnlLCOwn individuals visited our city on Thursday
They had come to halt on the TOP Of HangtOwn
Hill about noon. 06sCef 6imontOn watched their
suspicious movements about two hours, and then
ascsndsd the Hin and escorted them into town.
A cabin ct ClArkSvils had been broken into and
robbed, and suspicion rested upOn them. They
were carefully searched and put in the lookup for
several hours, but nothing being discovered about
them teHdiaR 70 hsaso tbS robbery upoO them, they
were discharged.
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1860-03-17

TIE gold dust buyers at orOville, says the
Democrat, are buying more gold dust this sea-
son than ever before. From the huge pans Of
gold aud immense crowds Of miners, to be seen
at the banking houses, we are carried back to
the good old times Of IS, when every body
had money. While the mines in California
pay 50 well, what need Is there for going to
WAShoe in search Of uneertaintiesi Better be
satisfied with good wages and certainty, than
start in pursuit Of rich but undiscovered dig.
gingG
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1860-03-17

FILLIHe UP.-It is gratifying to see that
quite number Of houses that had been for
esmo time vacant in different parts Of the
siAv, ere now tenAnted. The demand is 90
O0tot present for business houses as we'll a.
AWo8iags that We look to see good deal Of
ouleaAAg during the Spring and Summer; in
dSsd several gentlemen Of means have ex-
Vrs0sd the intention of building Hre-prOoi
houses this seaaOO. We are glad Of tive
lie 10 Gee such substantial evidences Of on:
city's prosperity.
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1860-03-17

WHOLESALE AND RETAn.-L. Elkus has Just
opened q mammoth stock Of clothing, hats,
boots, cloths, cassimers, gentlsmsn's furnish
ing goods, etc, at his store on Main street,
and 10 prepared to sell at wholesale 90 we'll as
retail, on the most reasonable terms. Traders
from the country would do well to examine bis
stock. He continues to manufacture clothing
70 order, and guarantees satisfaction in al 10.
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1860-03-17

SILVER IN Ell DoRADo.-A gentleman from
Georgetown informs US that great excitement
exists in that usually quiet town in regard to
q rich silver lead that has been discovered at
Sailor Flat, near Garden Valley. The same
gentleman informs US that specimens of the
ore have been tested in this City and assay
ten thousand dollars to tho ton The discov.
erers have been at work on the lead for ten
days or more. POtOsi Is nowhere, and washOs
dwindles into iOsigniHcancs, when compared
to Sailor Flat!
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1860-03-17
BECOMING CIVILIZED The Keysville CORES

BECOMING CIVILIZED. The Keysvile CORES
pendent Of the Visalia Delta says that q
poisoning scrape" occurred at that place, a
few days since, among the aboriginal inhabi,.
ants, in which two of the fairer and one Of the
rougher sex participated, and one oi the fair
DANES concluded to put the object Of their
trouble ont Of the way. By the timely admin
istration Of rcstorativcs nothing seriously re-.
suited. Love and jealousy were the causes Of
this little episode.
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1860-03-17

A PRoNISESr CANpiDArE EoR REPrBLIcAy
HosoHs.-A privat: letter received by the last
mail, says the National, mentions TINT Mr.
Pennington, Of New Jersey. Speaker of the
United States House of Representatives, will
be likely to be the choice of the Chicago Con
vention for President. Newspaper corrcspon
dents state that he makes a very inefficient
presiding officer, being almost totally unac-
quainted with Parliamentary rules. The po-
sition was given him without his solicitation
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1860-03-17

BTAcH AND MURPHY's MINSTKELs. CAPT
al troupe Of Minstrels have been playing to
crowded and delighted houses in this city fol
- past week. Billy Burch's BreaknccE
Act" and Joe Murphy graceful Gum. Plum
dance and Sam Wells Propondcring," are
inimitable and extremely mirth.proHoking.--
No better company Of Minstrels has ever visit
ed the mines. Tonight is set apart for Sam
W6ii'S benefit Aside from the KttrGctiv6 bin,
Sam deserves = crowded house, and we hope
TO see general turn out This company will
perform at Spanish Flat on Sunday, and
Georgetown on Monday next.
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1860-03-17
TO THE DEMOCRACY.

An exciting and important election Is ap'
proaching--one that every voter should take
an interest in. reckless, Inscriptions
dangerous combination will enter the field in
few months, prepared for vigorous contest
Past experience admonishes US to be active
and vigilant and ready to meet our opponents
at any time. We must go into the Presiden.
tial campaign thoroughly organized, resolved
to triumph. Nothing that may be required tc
achieve 4 victory must be neglected or dis.
pensed with.
To-day the DEMocRAT enters on it's seventh
volume, and We shall be pleased to continue
our acquaintance with those who have been
on our books for the last year, and grateful for
Q renewal Of their subscriptions, and especially
to those who are disposed to exert themselves
to send us new subscribers The coming year
promises to be one Of importance in it's occur
rsnces Of general interest, and particularly in
its political events. The Presidential cam-
paign is about opening, with moro Of interest,"
in it than any that has preceded it. The Demo
Gratis Of the Union will soon be In the field,
shoulder to shoulder in the great struggle, and
the Democrats Of California must not be idle
spectators Of the contest. The DENocRAr will
aim to do it's share Of labor in the cause to
which it Is ardently and unalterably attached.
We shall also endeavor to make il valuable
and acceptable family newspaper.
u. aoL =. -
tending the circulation Of the DEMOCRAT for
the next canvass. We wish to leave our pa.
per in the hands Of every voter in the county,
at least, and we hope that each Of our present
subscribers will make it his business to add
one more name to our subscription list. Our
mail facilities have been increased and our
subscription is so low, that every man may
subscribe without missing the small amount
Democrats, II you wish to promote the inter-
ests Of your party; il you wish to contribute
to its support; If you wish to triumph in the
Presidential contest if you want consistent.
reliable, in6exibe Democratic journal, sub
scribe yourselves and induce others to sub.
scribe for the MOUNTAIN DEMOCRAT
To those who have supported US so faithfully.
and exerted themselves in our behalf so zeal.
ously and frequently, we return our unfeigned
thanks, trusting that It may be their pleasure
to continue their good Offices, promising that
We shall use increased exertions to render the
DEMOCRAT still acceptable to them, and in every
sense worthy Of their confidence; We need
scarcely add that in the future, as in the past,
the DEHocRAr will continue unchangeably
Democratic.
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1860-03-17

WAsuoE.-We are almost daily in receipt Of
announcements Of new discoveries in the trans.
montana silver region, the lat richer (.oG
course) than any that preceded it. Almost
every man who comes to our city from that
direction is loaded down with specimens Of
the orc, many ef which are rich with the true
metal Yet. We cannot refrain from warning
prospectors against entertaining too sanguine
hopes Of sudden wealth, for admitting the re-
ports Of the almost fabulous richnrAs-oE the
mines to be true, many must fail to "strike
the lead, and so be doomed to bitter disap.
pointmcnt.
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1860-03-17

Coop lSvEsTHENT.-Nvighbor, have you
spare five dollar piece which you desire to in
vest probably! Just send it to us with q re
quest to forward yon the DEMOCRAT for on
year. You will receive it regularly, and int
in it variety of entertaining and instructive
matter.
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1860-03-17

Gov. Hicks, of Maryland, contradicts the
rumor that he congratulated Gov. Pennington
on his election as Speaker of the House o.
Representatives. He could not do so consist
emily. when he openly condemned Winter
Davis for voting for him.
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1860-03-17

On the 18th Of last month the National On.
ion party held public meeting In Newark
The meeting was small and spiritless, not Ovel
Atty persons being present It was started BY
. few broken down politicians, but resulted it
Q miserable failure.
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1860-03-17

RESIGNATION AND ADMINISTRATIONS
Burke, appointed by County Collector Ander-
son as Deputy Collector, has resigned the ap.
pointment, and the Collector has appointed
Mr.. J. P. Canton, late Of Indian Dggings, to
gil the vacancy. Mr.. Canton is a clever gen.
tleman and will no doubt perform his official
duties satisfactorily.
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1860-03-17

PROVsssoR ANDERsON.-This accomplished
Magician opens the Placerville Thester on
Monday next. His singular and wonderful
performance has given him 4 worldwide c.
lcbVity. Wherever he has been he has attract.
cd crowded houses. Our citizens will have an
opportunity Of assertaining whether he d.
serves the praise that has been bestowed upon
him, by witnessing his performance.
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1860-03-17

DRUOs, ETc.-Messrs. Petit b OhOate, Of tho
Miners Drug Store" have made large add.
tions to their stock in trade, and are ready to
furnish country dealers with drugs, medicines,
paints, glass, fancy articles, etc., at the most
reasonable prices. They also have = varied
stock Of perfumery, toilet articles, ETC., for the
ladies, all Of the choicest varieties, which they
cell At Sacramento prices. See advertisement.
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1860-03-17

LEAP Year PARrT:-A Leap Year Party
win Be given BY the Ladies Of Smiths Flat,
e. thO S9d inst, the proceeds Of which will b
appropriated to putting fence around the
graveyard in that village ItSA cOmmenda-
Die object, and we hope the party will b
hREOly attended. Wilson's Band lido the
mtEiob
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1860-03-17

r. A. MA Chapter Of Royal Arch Mnsons
has been organized, under dispcnsation, at
Georgetown, in this county, with Comp. D. C.
Mckinney as Most Excellent High Priest
We have not learned the name of the Chapter
nor of the other officers.
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1860-03-17

SADDLssy.-Our sntsrpristWg tOwHsmaa, A.
A..Van VOoshiss. hes Ssspsrb stock OSsvery.
tAiAg h lie lie o. ssddlsEy end AssnssA-
WssAos pEospeetosS can 06lain 0o@plsss ont.
~ GoF tAsiF anizlAls Il IN at q reasonable
asiow % ct GAesamonto OF slSOwhss@
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1860-03-17

FoRwARDM0 AND CoNAIssION MERCHANT
Ger OntsEprising tOwAsman, L. B. Richardson,
hes commenced the forwarding and commas
len business in this city. Mr.. r. is en- intel
hgsnt AID reliable business man, and ell mat.
tiers intrustsd to him viii Be promptly and
6lilhfAllY attended 70.
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1860-03-17

g HAAS, Garner Main street and PiaSa,
Mn AoOept eur thanks for Atlantic pagers 70
sSissd.by Ne list steamer. At biz establish
AsnAmaT - EOoOd English and Germsn Pic
teEialR Magazines, ETC., ct the lowest rates.
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1860-03-17

MARK LEvIsoN's new frcproof house, near
Stony Point, is nearly completed. 1t is built
Of stone and is . beautiful structure. Mr..
Levison will fili it with clothing so soon as il
is ready for occupation. We are informed
that it is the intention of those who own the
lots adjoining it. to build thereon two stone
structures during the coming summer.
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1860-03-17

HEAVY RAIN.-It has been raining almost
constantly since Thursday evening. to the big
disgust Of WashOe prospectors. As the wes.
ther Is warm, we doubt not that the snow is
rapidly melting in the mountains.
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1860-03-17

new SALooN.-Messrs. Donahue & Rum
Sey have opened an elegant Saloon in the
Cary House, which they have stocked with
the purest Liquors. We are indebted to them
for samples Of their best.
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1860-03-17

Coon ENDURAHcE-Mr. George +. Athsarn,
conductor on the Southern Overland Nail route,
recently rode slsUsN hundred and .JVty-tsOC
miIss without getting q single nights rest,
save 10 . sitting posture on the box Of the
STAGE
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1860-03-17

CmSR FACToRY.-We notice that cigars are
annuhctured, to small extent, in this city.
We go no reason why the enterprise should
not succeed, il the proprietor will only tell
the folk "what he's doing, and whar he docs
&AW
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1860-03-17

GOoD.-The DashAway Association of San
Francisco numbers upwards of 5000 members,
is increasing its numbers daily, and extending
itS usefulness throughout the State.
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1860-03-17

GERMAN BALL-A. HAltermyer will give q
grand ball. in this city, at Sebsstopol Hall, Oh
Easter Monday, April 9th.
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1860-03-17

We are indebted to Crandall 4 Co., and
Bradshaw q Co, for Atlantic papers, pictOri-
ais and magazines.
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1860-03-17

TEE REPORT Of the Grand Jury will be found
on our third page. We received it At late
hour and have only time to notice it.
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1860-03-17

THANKS to Bradshaw 4 Co. Of the Postoface
News Depot, for late Atlantic newspapers and
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1860-03-17

OVR CIrY PATRONS will hereafter be called
upon once q month by the Carrier, for their
subscriptions to the DExoCRAr, which will be
furnished to them at fifty cents per month
Those, however, who prefer so, can have the
privilege Of paying FIVE dollars per annum, in
0dOGnes, all others will be expected to pay
monthly, IS above. All persons who are not
ALREADY sahacribers to the DEMOCRAT, v no may
wish 70 tssome such, are invited to hand in
tASiS nanss, and those now taking Il who may
vish 10 discontinue it, will confer favor by
sAlbrmiaeAhe Carrier of the fact.
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1860-03-17

TAe AtAstic Mails, BY the Steamer Of March Goth,
Uil slOss ct The POstoice IN this city, tomorrow,
Sway evening" the 18th inst, at 10 o'clock.
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1860-03-17

EuDA. =. TRACY, Of Wells, Fargo 4 Co., has
eur thAaAs Sor numerous Iavors during the
Isok.
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1860-03-17

THs WEATAsa, during the past week, has
been IS eapriciOus - spoiled belle. Now ell
sunshine, and directly clouds and rain.
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1860-03-17

OUR SenatorS and AssSmblymsn are entitled
to our thanks for legislative documentA