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Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-11-27
NEW FINN AND NEW GOODS.
JOHN s. JERRED F. IRWIN.

The nndersigns6 give notice that on the l3th A.
pril they ezterod into partnership in the mercan
tile business in Chrwensyille. and that hersaiter
the business will be conducted by them jointly
der the name and firm of John J Y. Irwin
They inform their customers and the public IN
general that they have received from the East and
opennd at the old stand, large and varied stock Of
SPRING AND SUMMER
RY-GOOBS, GROCERIES, QUEENS
WARE, HARDWARE, &c, &c,
specially adapted to the wants of the community
and will sell the same Mt the lowest cash prices
Also, large assortment of Boots. Shoes. Hs.s
and Caps, of the latest styles and bcs, qualify, az
of which they intend te sell at reasonable raies-
Also, an extensive stock of the most Fashionable
READY-MADE CLOTHING.
at prices to suit the times. New is ths tia1S t.
purchase. Call in sL- exarIine o1t stoeIe before
you purchase your goods. and; we feel -esahdeay
that we supply you with all Kinds Of gooss
at az low prices and on as reasonableteys,s you
can procure them elsewhere. dive us-a trial
JOHN. IRWIN.
Nav 30, 1860. JERRED y. IRWIN
N b. Persons indebted to thca old hrm are re
quested to call aAd settle. may 20
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-11-27

PoRr ROYAL HARBoR.-Port Royal is the
finest harbor on the Southeastern coast, the
only excellent one between Norfolk and Key
West its natural advantages infinitely trans
cend those of either Charleston or Savannah.
It is large enough for twenty armadas like
that now riding securely within its enclosure.
There are twenty-three feet of water on its bar
at low tide !; indeed, the presence inside of
such vessels as the Great Republic the Wa
bash, and the Atlantic, whose superiors in size
ciently attest the capacities of the bay. The
land is comparatively high, the climate saiu-
brious-none of the malaria so common in
this region infest the neighborhood on the
contrary, the South Carolinans have been wont
to resort to this spot in the summer for its
GOODNESS and health provoking airs. Since
our arrival the weather has been as delicious
as at the North in the balmiest days of June
or September.
The position OF Rort Royal is equally ad-
mirable, whether considered in a military,
naval, or political light. 1t is between Savan-
nah and Charleston, and doubtles within few
days the communication between these i'm.
portant towns will be cut off. The network of
inland waters that extends in either direction
will enable us, if we choose, to transport
troops on gunbOats, either to Savannah or
Charleston, without going within range or the
guns Of Fort Pulaski, at the former place, or
Sumter or Moultrie at the latter. We can
thus attack the two largest towns in South
Carolina and Georgia at their weakest points,
besides being able to run up into the country
and annoy and frighten them wherever they
make a military demonstration.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-11-27

THE BATTLE OF BULL RUN.-Gen. Patterson,
of Philadelphia,whos mismanagement at Har-
per's Ferry and in the neighborhood of Win
chester, It is generally believed, lost us the
battle Of Bull Run, has made his defence and
throws the blame on General Scott. As Gen.
Patterson waited four months, and until Gen:
Scott Lad gone to Europe, before making his
statement, it may be prudent to wait until
General Scott's reply is received, before the
public accept an exparte defence so long de-
layed.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-11-27

MASON AND SLIDELL.--Much speculation con-
tinues to be INDUCED in relation to the Mason
and Slidell question. So far as can be ascer-
tanned the Minister of her Britannia Majesty
the subject, but will probably await instructions.
Nor has there been even an Informal CONVEX
sation between him and the pl oper department
concerning it. Those who are intimately
acquainted with Lord Lyons believe that in
this as in other matters he has observed his
usual discretion in refraining from premature
expressions of opinion.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-11-27
JUST FROM THE EAST.
r I G H A r d NJ O S SOP,
DEALER IN
FOREIGN AND DOMESTIC DRY GOODS. &C.,
MARKET STREET, cLEARPIELD, PA.
FOR THE LADIES.

Cheap FOR THE LADIES. Goods
Cheap Iw.vs or h.nd /, ,.ro. s.oo,, Of T !, Goods
Chedp dies goods-such Coburg Cloth, tIooas
Chedp Alpacas De Laines Ginghams, GOODS
Che0P Prints, Chintz, kerchiefs, Nu- GooaS
Cheap bies. Bonnets, Gloves. etc. Goods
Cheopl -, ,,,,n,,,,,,- Goods
81 Always on hand Black, Blue Brown Cy
EIa and Grey Cloths, Fancy and Black lcJs
TLI Casimeres, Sattinets Cassinets, lC,oys
CIsap Tweeds. Plain and FancyVest- Goods
Irbsopl ings. Shrting. etc.. etc etc. lGooJs
Cheap READY-MADE, Goods
Cheap Such Coats, Pants, Vests, Under Goods
Cheap shirts, and other Flannel shirts, Goods
Cheopi Boots, Shoes, Hats, Caps, Neck Goods
Cheap ties, Gum Boots and Shoes.and Goods
Cheapl variety of other articles Goods
Cheap HOUSEHOLD GOODS. Goods
Cheap Such as ITnbleacbed and Rlsacbed Goods
Chcapl Ns,: Hi"sa AZ - -: Goods
Shrap and cotton table cloths, Oil cloth, Ir0ogs t.
CCnPI Linen and hemp fowls. car Gooy,
Gnp pets, curtains, fringe, etc Gl,
TIeap HARDWARE, &C. IGood,
Cheap, ii you want Naiis or spikes Manure Goods
CL.o,i or other forks Saw-mill or other l(,ong,
f,IeanI saws, Smoothing irons, Looks, C,ood,
(rbenni Hinges, ETC.. go to Mossop's f,ood,
Cbeanl where you can buy cheap. C,ood,
Cheap IF YOU WANT Cool
Cheap Knives and forks Butcher Knives Goods
Chedp Shoe and Stove blacking. Manila itIood'
Che0p and hemp ropes, Ink, Paper GOOD
Chedp Pens, Powder, Shot or Lead Good
ETC., Duy tNeln NJ lOSsops &.
CShneap IF YOU WANT IooG'
SSnteaP Shoe Last or Pegs, Palm or Fancy S.o.t
SlsnP Soap, Starch, Wall Paper or Win GooJ
CI.ai, dow Shades, Lamps, Lamp tubes C.ood
CIsopt, or Wicks, coal oil, etc go to Good
Cdeap., Mossop's cheap cash store. Good
Cheap IF YOU WANT Good,
Cheap u oed extra family Flour, White oriGooa
Cheap brown sugar, hams, shoulders Good,
Cheap sides, coffee; Imperial, Young Good,
CheapI Hyson or black tea, buy them Good,
Cheap at Mossop's cheap for cash. Good,
Cheap IF YOU WANT Good.
Cheap Tallow candles, fine coarse salt, Good
CHeapi Syrup or moiasses, cheese, dried Goods
Cheap apples or peaches, water or So Good
Cheap do crackers, call at Mossop's Good
Cheap where you can buy cheap. Goods
CCheap IF YOU WANT 5o0a'
CheopI 81 80 So 80 o,a No. Gooa,
CGMeaP GnP gahela rye whisky, Cherry G IooG'
Cne4p Gap and Cognac brandy, buy at G'I IooI'
Gap Gneapt Mossop's cheap cash store. Go, 1oog'
CIsas, IF YOU WANT Col
Chsopl Rasens, Figs, Prunes dried Cur lf,ood
CLeoa,l rants; flberts, cream, pecan or Good
(,heanl ground nuts, candies. Liquorice (,ood
Cheanl or Liquorice root, buy them f,ood
Chean at Mossop's cheap and good. Gaa1
Cheap IF YOY WANT Good.
CheapITo buy any other article cheap, be Good
Cheap sure to 60 to Mossop, for he sells Good
Cheap cheaper for cash than any other Good
Cheap person in Clearfeld county. Good
Cheap November 27, 1861. ap27' SO. Good
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-11-27

END OF THE CAMPAIGN IN NoRTHwEsrERN
VIRGINIA.-It is understood that the troops
of Gen. Reynolds command are being dvis-
ioned for active service in other quarters of
the country. Adviccs from Cheat Mountain
are that several of the Ohio regiments are or
dered, and are now on their way to Kentucky.
Others, it is reported, will take up their line
of march in few days for Gen. Kelley's head
quarters at Romney, and in connection with
the force already there, commence forward
movement, in concert with an expected move
ment Of the grand army of the Potomac.
The advance camp Of Gen. Reynolds, now
holding the mountain pass, will retain their
position, and will make themselves snug and
comfortable and secure in their strongly en-
trenched block houses. The rebels who have
heretofore threatened his advance, have pretty
much all disappeared.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-11-27

TIE LADIES or BALrIxoRE.-A correspond
ent says:-The most distinguished and inhu-
entail may also say fashionable-lad o!
Baltimore, amongst whom are Mrs. Reverdy
johnson, Mrs. Bonapart. Mrs, Albert, Mrs.
Gordon, Mrs. McKim, Mrs. DR.. Mackenzie,
Mrs. Morris, and host OF others, are now ac-
tive members Of our "Union Relief Associa.
tion." This Association have five rooms, and
is doing an immeHse amount OF good. The
ladies are unremitting in their attentions to
the sick.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-11-27

PArRIoTIc.-The Pennsylvania Thirteenth,
the organ of Colonel Rowley's regiment, says
fn its last issue tive won't go home it'll the
safety of the Union is assured. If we have
wives. they can get husbands easier than they
can get country. If we have gals, they can
select boys among the Home Guards if they
cant vait for ns; 70 we are content to await
any s.thar issue that may turn up in the fu-
kuro.1
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-11-27

WINFER QuARTERs.-Smail wooden houses,
large double canvass tents OF heavy material,
and conaoEtsbie log tents, are going up in To-
calities likely TO be occupied by the troops
during the winter. The men will be we'll
cared for. The horses have 20 far, been ex-
posed to the weather, but sheds will be erected
foy their protection.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-11-27

SHOCKING MURDER.-In HolIiston, Mass an
elderly woman and her daughter named
Reaves have been murdered by Alvin Finch,
who beat out their brains with a fat iron and
then burned the house down. It was thought
he was laboring under deiirum tremens when
he committed the awful Uurder. BE has been
arrested.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-11-27

SAILING OF THE STONE FEEr--The stone
feet, not, however, with pomp or banners,
sailed from New London, Ct., Nov. 2Oth.
Twelve or fifteen vessels departed from this
port, all bound south and all laden with stone.
The crafts were old whalers, some Of the larg-
est size, but hard Hooking set. They have
spent their lives nudging the ice5ergs, and
have been industrious in their vocation of
seeking material to illuminate the world and
to make life tolerable at night to those who
slept not. An immense quantity of midnight
oil have they gathered in their day. They 60
now to illustrate the ideas of commerce which
prevail in the darker portion, girt with sand
bars, Of our disturbed republic. A screw is
fixed in their bottom which can be worked
from the deck. When it is screwed out, the
water, in q stream big as q mans leg,
comes in, and the vessel is sunk. The stone
anchors it at the bottom. Our feet is to be
joined outside by a like one from New Bed
ford, which will make the whole number of
the vessels about thirty. Six thousand dollars
each have been paid by the government for
some OF the best-of these vessels. The feet
will be under the command of an old sea-dog,
OF whaling propensities, who has been appoint
e6 commodore.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-11-27

To insure attention, the CASH must accompa-
ny notices, a. follows All Cautions with 81
Strays, 81; Auditors notices, S1,50; Admins
TRAITORS and Executors notices, 81 $50, each md
all other transient Notices at the same rates.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-11-27
VUICANITE BASE FOR
ARTIFICIAL TEETH,

Attention is especially called to this article as
substitute for gold in inserting teeth. Many per-
sGns who have rird all kinds of metallic bases pre-.
fer this and in those where it is applicable,
it will in great measure become substitute for
gold, silver or platina, It's chief advantages are,
cheapness, iightness and perfect adoption to the
mouth it having soft feshy feel to the parts Of
the mouth with which it comes in contact.
A. NJ. Hills is prepared to put up teeth on the
Vulcanite Base, with Gepdyears Patent Gum.
which is the only reliable preparation, and can
only be had through their regular agents As
there are very many kinds Of spurious gums In
use, of very inferior quality it will be well for
persons desirous of procuring teeth on the Vulcan
lite Base to be well acquainted with the moral re-
sponsibiiity of the Dentist they employ.
Persons desiring teeth will do we'll to call and
examine specimens, hothlip aud out of the mouth
DIR. Hills will always be found in his office on
Friday and Saturday, unless notice appears TO the
contrary, in the town papers, the previous week
NOTICE TO OWNERS.-.on or about the
J. 4th of October, came floating down the river
and was lodged by the subscriber on his premises
in the borough of Lumber City, number of Oak
and Pine timber sticks. for which the owners are
requested to come forward, prove property, pay
charges and take It away, or otherwise 1t Will be
disposed of according to law.
Nov. l3, 1861. C. W. MOORE
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-11-27

GRAND MILITARY REvIEw.-A grand mill
tary review of our troops took place near
Washington, on Thursday the 2lst November.
ken place being composed of 70 regiments of
infantry, regiments OF cavalry, and IL bat
teries OF artillery, comprising, Gems McCall's
Heintzleman's, s,Smith's, Franklin's, Blenker's,
Porter's and M'Dowell's divisions. The Pres
ident, Cabinet, Gen. Mcclellan and other dis
line was formed ina semi-circle, and was four
miles in length. The great review was wit
messed by twenty thousand persons.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-11-27

SALT! SALTu SALT !.-A prime arti-
- Gle of ground alum salt. put mp in patent
SACKS 1926 per sack, at the cheap cash store of
November 81 r. M0SSOP.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-11-27
NEW ADVERTISEMENTS.

Advertisements large type cnts, ont RsHai
styisciH be charged double price for space occupied
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-11-27

At Allentown, Pa, young lady is subsis- |
ting like chameleon on air, she not having
partaken of any food for period of nine
months.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-11-27

J. P. BENJAMIN.-This gentleman, who Is
Secretary of War under the rebel Government,
is ga member of a prominent social club IN
New York city. Since he joined the enemies
OF the country, repeated attempts have been
made by loyal members of the club, to have
him expelled but as yet the resolution has
been laid upon the table by a vote of tho So
ciety: The case was finally let rest, with The
hope that his dues would not .be paid, when
his connection with the society would cease
but 10 when the time came round bis dues
were paid and he still preserves his rights of
membership" The club must be strongly
tinctured with southern sympathies, or they
would not retain the traitor as member.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-11-27

INFANTRY REcRUIrs.-Some time ago, Mr..
Leonard Hawkins, of Stark ksboro', Vermont,
informed the President that his wife had pre-
sented him with three sons at birth, and ask
ing him to name them. The letter was refer
red to the Secretary OF War, who named them
respectively, Abraham Lincoln, 6 Gideon Welles
and Simon Cameron; and in acquanting
the happy fat her of the fact, the Secretary ex-
pressed the hope that the boys may live to do
honor to their parents and their country. A
few days since the father replied to the letter,
stating that he had named the children as sug-
gested, concluding by remarks complimentary
to the President and his Administration, and
expressing the belief that they will prove
competent in the present political struggle.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-11-27

A Romantic story is told by a contemporary
of Captain Wilkes. In his younger years he
was smitten by the charms Of young lady,
who reciprocated his affection, and they were
engaged to be married. But the young sailor
had rival in the son of a wealthy tallow
chandler of New York, who influenced the
mind of the ssstern parent" against his daugh-
ter's lover, and the result was that Charlie
Wilkes was dismissed, and the lady became
Mrs. John Slidell. Charlie Wilkes went to
sea again, and never saw his lady afterwards,
nor his rival, till he received him az prison.
or on board his ship.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-11-27

REBEL TESTIMONY TO THE EFFICIENCY OF THE
BLoCKADE.-Rebel aspirants for European re-
cognition have carried to Europe formidable
schedules of vessels that have run the block
ade. They took good care, however, not to
mention that of the five hundred which they
pretended to count up, nine out of every ten
were mere Insignificant row boats that lodged
about the rat-holes, OF the internal waters.
Here are some of the CLEANS OF truth which
flash out through the New Orleans Crescent.
Coming from the source it does. the impor-
tance of the testimony can hardly be over
rated:
eThere has been much talk and a great
many comments on what has been termed run
ming the blockade. Reports-and they will
prove to be simple reports-say that five hun
dred and sixteen vessels have run the block.
ade since the 10Th of May last. This is rery
wild estimate, eucn if ii is supported by returns
or statemente in the departments at Richmond.
The blockade was enforced off the mouths Of
| the Mississippi river on the 26th day Of May,
| at which time there were forty sail of vessels
| in this port outward bound, which were per-
| mitted to go to sea. The blockade commen-
! ced of Mobile and Pensacola about the same
| time. Vessels were allowed to leave these
ports till the 9th of June. SO far as New
| Orleans is to be considered. the last arrivals
| ria Balize, we're on the 2Sth of May last.
| There have been some arrivals and departures
of schooners from the bayous on the gulf.
| There have been some coasting vessels on the
coast of Carolina evading the blockade; but all
| will not count up five hundred and sixteen.
| On the other hand, the Hessian steamer South
| Carolina has captured serenteen schooners in at
tempting to run the guantlet between New
| Orleans and Texas ports. There have been
only three or four vessels from Europe-one
the Bermuda--that have successfully run the
| blockade. Some few West India traders, have
met with success on the Carolina coast. 1t is
misleading foreign governments to make as
sertions of this character, that the blockade is
easily avoided, Dhen not a Uessel has entered
the port of New Orleans Uia the river for oper
fire months, and only one rio the lakes from a
o reign port"
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-11-27

A MODERN BREAsr-PLArE.---The Scientific
American describes breast-plate, which it is
said, isibeing extensively worn by officers and
men in the Federal army before Washington.
1t is composed of thin spring steel, and is
worn between the cloth and lining OF a CON-
mon military vest. 1t has two leaves, which
lap at the edges when the vest is buttoned. SO
as to oover the entire chest. 1t weighs only
three pounds and a half, and can be worn with
ease by any officer or soldier dnring the most
active exercise. 1t is very strong inl prOpor-
tiou to its weight, and it can resist the thrust
of sword or hayonet, and it will repel the
bullets of muskets and pistols at range which
would otherwise be fatal to life.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-11-27

VEGETABLE RICHES OF SoUrH CARoLISA.-
An exploring expedition, in force, was made
from Hilton Head, on the 18th, through some
of the inland streams
s:They landed first at spot known as Skull
Creek-perhaps it is golgotha ere now
where, at high water, boat drawing twelve
feet OF water pass without obstruction.
Lieut.. Holbrook had orders to seize all Quar-
termaster and subsistence stores, and here he
sent ten in advance, and commenced recon-
noisance. Going up the beach, which is alive,
fairly, with oysters and cultivated beds, he
met sloop called the Family of Savannah,
commanded by Capt. Johnston, of Blufitcn,
S. c., which laid high and dry at low tide.
His men dug under her, and althogh tide she
came away with jerk from the Paikersburgh.
He found at this point corn house, wife 3.
600 bushels of corn in the cara white and
very fine sort of corn, and by aid of old flour
barrels he managed, through perseverance
and good luck, to get aboard of the propel-
lor 500 bushels. He also found 81 bales Of
cotton in shed, on what is called 'sPinck-
ney's Island,'' owned by the widow Pinckney.
There is sufficient cotton here and on Pope
Island, unginned, to make, at safe calcula-
tian, 5000 bales, and corn houses filled to the
top-say 10000 bushels in the ear"
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-11-27

A FIGHTING NEGRo.--A correspondent OF
the Chicago Tribune, describing the battle of
Belmont, says: ssDuring the thickest of the
fight the body servant of Gen. McClernand,
mulatto named William STAINS, of Decatur, ex-
hibted conspicuous courage. He was close
by the General during the whole engagement,
cheering the soldiers and swearing that he
would shoot the first man that showed the
white feather. Many of US laughed heartily
at the fighting darkey, while the bullets few
like hale about US. In the course of the fight,
Captain of one of the companies was struck
by spent ball, which disabled him from walk
ing. The mulatto boy, who mounted
road up to him and shouted ont, s.Captan.
il you can fight any longer for the old Stars
and Stripes take my horse and lead your men,
He then dismounted and helped the wounded
officer into his saddle. When he was walking
away, rebel dragoon rushed forward at the
officer to take him prisoner. The darkey
drew bis revolver and put ball through the
rebels head, scattering his brains all over the
horses neck.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-11-27

BECOMING ALARMED.-The Louisville Jour-
nal says: We hear of more reports from the
confederate states than the booming of victo-
rious cannon. The secession press is alarmed
and let's out wholesome truths. The Raleigh,
IN. C.) Standard declares that, "unless the
movement (of our naval expedition) is stopped
at once by the strong arm of the confederate
states, more than one half the counties of this
state will be attached to the Black Republican
government before the Union Congress
meets" 1t seems too that the public officers
In North Carolina are az ready to secede from
secession as the people, for the same paper
says: "It Is very evident that the state au-
thorities will never make move in that di-
rection, owing to the reason that they are in
the same boat with the Unionists." This is
cheering.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-11-27

MO. WAKE UP !--The undersigned ,or,.
~ respectfully inform the citizens OF Clears-iS
and vicinity, that he continues to do all kind. -
Blacksmithing on short notice and in the y.,-
best style. at the Old Shop alongside OF the TO-,
Hall. Edge tools of all kinds made and d.e~,a
in the best manner, and warranted to give enti,s
satisfaction. The public will remember, that
am not in the habit of turning off jobs on accous.
of no; being able to do them. All ask is a tia
and then the public may judge of the work to,
themselves. Remember the "Old Shop" nj .6s
Town Hall. JAMES HAPF
CIearheid Pa August l3 1861.
n. b. ANY jobs that Mr.. Passmors cannot eye
cute, will be done on very sh ort notice