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Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-06-26

Lorenzo Dow once said of grasping farmer,
that II he had the whole world enclosed in
single field, he would not be content without
q patch Of ground on the outside for potatoes.
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NEW STONE WARE MANUFACTORY

The undersigned takes this method of inform
ing the public that he has comm enced the manu-
facture of Stone Ware in the Borough of Clear
field, and thst he is prepared to supply all
who may want them with Milk and Cream Crooks,
Jugs. Jars, &C., at lower prices than they can be
bought elsewhere. He solicits a share of patron
age. FREDERICK LEITZINGER.
Clearfeld Pa MRy 25 IS59-ly
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-06-26

In many of the counties Of Virginia, not a
single man dared to vote against the Ordi-
nance Of Secession.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-06-26

Probably the men who can boast the posses
,,ou of the most varied and numerous gifts
are the beggars.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-06-26

Most men have in their souls no locomotives
.,,ono enough to draw a train OF thought.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-06-26

Modelwives formerly took a "stitch in time,
bot now, with the aid Of q sewing machine,
they take one in no time.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-06-26
APPOIN TN NTS:

Corsica, Whitmores Hotel, Sept lst and End.
Brookville, American House, Sept Sd, 4th, 5th.
Luthersburg, Reeds Hotel. Sept. 10th and llth.
Ciearield, Johnson Hotel, Sept. 18th, 18th
Bellefonte, Morrisons Hotel, Sept l4th, 18th.
Tyrone City. Mrs. Thomas Hotel, Sept. II. Is.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-06-26

Nayipators on the sea of life, il their voyage
In . long one, generally have to send under
Aays po(ts.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-06-26

The hours are very fugacious, but an ex-
s,nnlsrv husband is careful to keep good ones.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-06-26

Tradesmen often lose their custom as neid'
snortsmen do their fngers-by high charges.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-06-26
COUNTY AND DISTRICT OFFICERS

COUNTY AND DISTRICT OFFICERS.
Pres dge-Hon. Samuel Linn. Bellefonte
Aste.Juds ses-Hon. VIM. L. Moore Clearfe!d
Hon Benin. Bonsall, Luther.burg.
GhsYi6. Fred'k g. Miller, Clcarheld
prothonctary, John L. Cutie,
Reg Rec. James Wrigley, :"
District Atty, Robert j. Wallace,
Treasurer. Geo. B. Goodlander, a.
%. Surveyor, H. B. Wright, Glen Hope.
Commiss' n 70, William McCracken, Lum ber City.
VIM Mcrrell Clear6ed.
6. C. Thompson, Morrisdale-
Auditors Isaac W. Graham,
J B. Shaw -. Ciearheld.
B. c Bowman,
CoroaeY. George Richards, Clear6ela
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cLEARFIELD, JUNE 20, 1851.

In the game of life, men frequently play 'ne
knaye. and women the deuce.
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COUNTY DIRECTORY.

TIME OF HOLDING COURT.
ID Monday in January, Sd Monday in June,
I'd in March, 4th in Sept'mr,
OF each year and continue two weeks If necessary.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-06-26
ID EANS AND DRIED APPLES
quantity at the Corner Store.

I aides will find at the Corner Store a
complete assortment of Dress Goods of all
descriptions, such as Tartan Plaids, various
styles; Persian Twills, Printed Cashmeres,
All Wool and Printed Delaines Gin variety }
Plain (all woody Delaines and Merinos, all col
ors, Debege, Coburgs, &c., in variety.
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DROKE OUT IN A NEW PLACE I'M
- PORTANT NOTICE TO THE RAGGEDi!,-
The undersigned having opened a Tailoring Es-
tablishment in Shaw's Row, in the room recently
occupied by II. f. Naugle as Jewelry Store. an
nounces that he is now ready and willing to make
Goats, PomtaloonS, Vests, DC. for his old custom
ers, and as many new ones as may give him call,
after the latest and most approved styles, or after
doing his work in a neat and substantial manner,
and promptly fulfilling his engagements. he ex-
poets to secure liberal share of patronage.
Jan IS, 1860 VIM RADEBAUGU.
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DO0TS and Shoes of every kind, for Ladies,
ID Gentlemen and children. at
septic REED, WEAVER i Co.'S
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IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENTS
A Fact w orth Knowing!

The undersigned informs his old friends and the
public generally that he has just received and o.
peued, at his old stand in Bradford township
NEW AND WELL SELECTED STOCK OF
SEASONAL GOODS.
consisting of Dry Goods, Hardware, Queensware
Groceries, and all other articles usually kept in a
country store, which he will dispose of at as low
rates as they can be purchased in the county, and
of as good quality, if not better. He respectfully
soiicits all to give him call and examine his
stock before purch asing elsewhere, and he feels
certain tha they will buy frem him.
jyII MATTHEW FORCEE.
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IN hand large stock of Mems and Boys
Clothing, of all descriptions. Scal-skin, Bea-
yer and Cass overcoats. Gents Shawls. Fine
Dress cloth and Cashmere business Coats,
Pants, and Vests; over shirts, over-alls, un-
der clothing, &C., &C., complete stock.
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g APLE SPRING GOODS,
AT Low PRICES,
At Twins "corner store" Curwensville.
A NEW LOT OF GOOD
BUFFALO ROBES,
For sale VERY Low, at Twins Corner Store
REANs AND DRIED APPLES,
quantity at the Corner Store
T aides will find at the Corner Store
complete assortment of Dress Goods of all
descriptions, such as Tartan PIaids, various
styles; Persian Twills, Printed Cashmeres,
All Wool and Printed Delaines (in variety.)
Plain (all woody Delaines and Merinos, all COL
ors, Debege, Coburgs, &c., in variety.
IN hand large stock of Mems and Boys
Clothing, of all descriptions. Scal-skin, Bea-
yer and Cass overcoats. Gents Shawls. Fine
Dress cloth and Cashmere business Coats,
Pants, and Vests; over shirts, over-alls, un-
der clothing, &C., &C., complete stock.
Groceries, large stock on hand, (selling
low) by the quantity or retail, call and see
them, and satisfy yourselves.
tents dress Hats, and staple Hats and Caps
OF all kinds. Boots and Shoes of all descrip-
tions selling now lower than ever.
Ronnets Of all descriptions and the
newest styles, at Twins Corner Store.
adies' Gloves, Gauntlets, Nubias, and
new style Wool Hoods, in great variety.
Cleths, Doeskin Cassimeres, Fancy Cassi-
meres and Vestings, in great variety.
buffalo Robes of all sizes and prices, and
Sleigh-bells, Whips, &C., at the corner.
DOUBLE AND SINGLE HARNESS, Sad.
dlery, Sole and Upper Leather, at the corner
NEW WORLD and Noble Cook Stoves, and
Nine plate Stoves for sale, very cheap
GRINDsToNEs of the best quality, and fix
tufes, for sale at the sscorner store"
TIGHT-DAY and 4-hour Clocks, of all ST.
yes, styles, and prices, at the corner store.
hVM COAIS, rants ana Boots, large as
U
sortment, for sale at Twins corner store.
MAILS, Glass, Paints, Oils, &c, &c, for sale
very low by the quantity or at retail.
CUSTOMERS are invited to call and exam
inc our goods, as we are satisfied that an ex-
animation of goods and prices will induce
persons to buy. E.A. IRWIN.
Curwensville, Pa, October II, 1850.
OOK HERE, GENTLEMEN WAGON
IL SHOP AD.!m-The subscriber thankful
for past favOrs, takes this method of Informing
his old customers and the public in general, tn al
he has removed his shop from the Foundry to the
| shop formerly occupied by George W. Orr on Sec
ond street, Clearfeld Pa, where he will continue
| to manufacture Wagons of every description. te
order, of good material and in a workmanlike
| manner. Also, Wheelharrows, Harrows Grain
| cradles, &C., made on short notice, in superior
style, and of the best stock. Repairing of every
kind done with dispatch. and on reasonable terms
| EO YOUNG LADIES WANTED, to e1
~ anime and reduce the large stock Of Dres
Goods, just received at MOSSOPS.
SALT-a good article, and very cheap at th,
~ store of WIN. F. IRWIN, Clearfield
| A PRIME LOT of fresh DRUGS inst recei ar
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THE RAFTseaAN's JOURNAL,
N1Ew BREwERY.-MoRE LAGER

NEW BREWERY.-MORE LAGER
IN The subscribers would respectfully inform
the Tavern keepers and others that they have re-
Gently started new Brewery in the Borough of
Clearfeld, and that they are now prepared to fur
nish Beer on the most accommodating terms. They
have employed an experienced Brewer, from the
east and they feel confident that they can supply
a superior article of beer. Give them trial and
Judge for yourselves.
June 20. 80 CHARLES HAUT 4 co.
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VIO THE TRAVELLING PUBLIC.-The
Il undersigned having taken the Luthersburg
Hotel, situate in tb town of Luthersburg, Clear
field county, respectfully soicts a share of pat
ronage The house has been re-6tted and newly
furnished, and pains expense will be spared
to render guests comfortable. Charges moderate
may23 WILLIAM REED.
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II LIQUORS for Medicinal purposes--Brandy,
Ii Port and Sherry Wine, Nectar Whiskey and
Holland Gin-at HAKTSWICk'S.
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Groceries, large stock on hand, (selling
VI
low,) by the quantity or retail, call and see
them, and satisfy yourselves.
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Gents dress Hats, and staple Hats and Caps
OF all kinds. Boots and Shoes of all descrip-
tions selling now lower than ever
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M. HILLS. S.DENT1SI.-FfoPera at'enuon ~
IA to the teeth in <zNzE17zzA>
! ] ! J !: J: ' ;
proper time. will bea fzSttRSENA
great ASSISTANCE to ev- ~ o.
cry one, in point of zzz5<k = = zz.z<zzz
health. camfort, and 80 q
convenience. ezz<z5<I - ~
DrHills can always sYYYYYllA9SN2
be found at his office. 4@5 /, .,<=SlE5S
on the corner of Front SSz1&45>z
and Main SITS, when no @s&.E@8S
notice to the contrary appears in the papers. All
operations in the line of his profession performed
in the latest and most approved styles. and guar
anteed for one year against all natural failures.
Clearfeld, Pa, October 10TH 1850
DR. LITCH'S SMEDICINES.-Afre fresh sup
IL ply of these invaluable Family Medicines
are for sale by NJ A. Frank. Clearheld, consisting
of Pam Carer; Restorative, great cure for colds
and cough and Anti Bilious Physic. They have
been thoroughly tested in this community, and
are highly approved. TRY THEM.
DLASTERING.-Th subscriber having 10
Il Gated himself in the Borough of Clearfeld,
would inform the publicthat he is prepared TO do
work in the above line, from plain to ornamental
of any description in a workmanlike style. Also
whitewashing and repairing done in neat man
ner, and reasonable terms.
April Z. 1858. EDWIN COOPER.
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EO YOUNG LADIES WANTED, to ex-
~ anime and reduce the large stock Of Dress
Goods, just received at MOSSOP'S
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a PRIME LOT Of fresh Drugs just received
IA and opened at HARTSWICK'S.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-06-26

II O0KIEG- GLASS PLATES, an assortment for
IL sale at IDeci2l HARTSWICK'S
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SALT-a good article, and very cheap Mt the
~ store of WIN. F. IRWIN, Clearfeld
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I OOK HERE, GENTLEMEN!-WAGO
IL SHOP AHEAD .!,!-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, Clearfeld Pa, where he will continue
to manufacture Wagons of every description. to
order of good material and in a warkmanlike
manner. Also, Wheelharrows, Harrows, Grain
STYLE and of the best stook Repairing of every
kind done with dispatch. and on reasonable terms
June 70, 1859. WILLIAM r. BROWN
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AYERS
SarSaparilla

FOR PURIFYING THE BLOOD
And FOR the speedy cure Of the following Complaints
ScrOfula and Sero full Gus Afe tfonssucb
ms Tumors, Ulcers, Sores, Eruption.
PimpIes, Pustu1es, Rlotches, BoiIs
Blaims, and all Skin Diseases.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-06-26

The following County Executive Com mites has
been appointed by the President of the last Coun-
ty Convention who authorized to constitute it:
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Cleths, Doeskin Cassimeres, Fancy Cassi
meres and Vestings, in great variety.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-06-26

| adies' Gloves, Gauntlets, Nubias, and
new style Wool Hoods, in great variety.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-06-26

Ronnets of all descriptions and the
newest styles, at Twins Corner Store.
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Ayers Cherry PeCtoraL

FOR THE RAPID CURE OF
Coughs, Colds, Inf3aenza. Hoarsen
Group, Bronehttis, Inctptent eo
sumption, and for the Heliei
OF Consnmptive Patients
Ina advanced Stages
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n o. 53.
AN ORDINANCE
no divide the State of Louisiana Into Com
grcssionaI Districts for the election of n e.
prescntatives to the Congress OF the Con-

no divide the State of Louisiana into Com
grcssionaI Districts for the election of Re-
prescntatiyes to the Congress OF the Com
6e1erate States of America.
IEe, The People of Louisiana, IN Convention as
senebl4d, do declare and ordGin, That the State
shall be divided into six Congressional Districts of
contiguous territory, each district to elect, accord
ing to law, one Representative to the Congress of
the Confederate States.of America, which division
shall continue and be in force until the Legislature
shall otherwise provide.
The First District shall be composed of the
parishes of Plaquemines, st. Bernard, Orleans,
(right bank) the Second and Third Municipal Dis
triets of New Orleans the parishes of st. Tam
many and Washington.
The Second District shall be composed of the
First and Fourth Municipal Districts of New Or
leans, and the parish of Jefferson.
The Third District shall be composed of the
parishes Of ST. Charles, st. John the Baptist st.
James, Ascension, Assumption, Lafourche, Terre-
3ciana and ST. Helena.
me Fourth District shall be composed of the
parishes of West Felicana, Pointe Coupea, West
baton Rouge, lberville, st. Landry Lafayette Yer
million, 81, Martnsand st, Mary.
The FHth District shan be composed of the
parishes OF Calcasieu, Rapides, Sabine, Natch
toches, Wnu, DeSoo, Gaddo, Bossier, BenyilIe
and Claiborne.
The sixth District shall be composed Of the par
ishes of Ageyelles Goncordia, Catahoula Caldwell,
Franklin, Iensas Madison, 0uaehita, jackson.
Uaion, Moreh0nse and Carroll.
We do tslRbe1. deelare and ordia, That from and
after the enumeration and appoT9onment of,repre-
seniation made under the provisions Of the C5pstitu
tian ftbe Confederate States the Legislature shall
divide the State into as Elany Congressional Dis
presentatises allotted to the State of Louisiana by
such apportionmeHt and SO from time to time after
each subsequent enHinera ton and app0rtianment-
Adopted in Convention, at the city of New Or,
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leans the twenfy.tith day Of March, in the year
Of our Lord one thousand eight hundred and sixty

Il II
ORDONNANCE
fsoxrr tsfgiser I,iGtat en- Districts Congress
sfomnels ~ peffet d'eiire DIES Representants
aux Etats-Con federes ~ Amerique.
Noes, lie people dc Ia Louisiana, assemble en- Ooss-
pettion, d6clarons ct ordonnons, Que pEtat sefa
territoire; chaque district 6lira, conformement
la loi, I'm representant au Congress des Etats-COn-
f6der6s d'Am6rique laquele division consnuera
ct restera la meme jusqua ce que la legislature en-
ait ordonn6 autrement.
lie premier district Sc composera DIES paroisses
de Piaauemines de St. Bernard, d'0rleans, rive
droite, des Second ct Troisieme Districts Munich
paux de la Nouyelle- Orleans, des parosses de St.
Tammany ct Washington.
LIE second district Sc composera des Premier ct
Quatrieme Districts MunicipauX de la Nouvele-Or
leans ct de la paroisse de Jefferson
LIE troisieme district Sc composera des parosses
de ST. Charles, de St. jean Baptiste, de st. JAG
ques, de rAscension, de PAssomptioa, de Lafour-
che, de Terrebonne, de Livingston, d'Est Baton
Rouge, PEST F6iiciana eide Ste Helene.
Le quatrieme districtse composera des paroisses
d'0uest Feliciana, de la Ponte Coupee, d'Ouest
Baton Rouge. d'lbervilie, de st. Landry, de La
fayette, de Vermillion, de ST. Martin ct de Ste
Marie.
lie cinquieme district Sc composera DIES paroisses
de Calcaseu, des Rapides, de Sabine, des Natchi-
toches, de VIM, de DeSoto de Cadao, de Bosser,
de Bienyille ct de Claiborne.
LIE sixieme district Sc composers des paroisses
des Avoyelles, de Concordia, de Catahoula, de
OaldWei de frhnhiiu, .ue 1snaas' uS nttuoon,
dh0uachita, de Jackson, de IUnion, de Morehouse
ct de Carroll.
Nous decldrons ct ordonnons de plhs, Qu'spres
que Remuneration ct Ia r&partiton de la represen
tahon seront fates, commencement aux dispositions
de Ia Constitution DIES ats-Confederes, la legisa
| ture dvisera Etat autant de districts congress
sionnels contigus en- territoire quill aura de re-
pr6sentants accordGs Il lEtat de la Louisiana par
cette repartition. ct ainsi de temps autre apres
chaque enumeration ct repartition subsequentes.
Adoptee en- Convention, en- la vile de la Nouvel
Ie-Orleans ce vingt-cnquieme jour de Mars de Pan
de notre Seigneur mil hut cent soixante.e t.un.
[Siguel - A MStTON,
Certj64 TtInS WTEAT m29 lot
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Pour aatU4fser In Legislature n emetsre
I les hons de- Fl1tat sInsi On IL est prcscgit
n EsAx 4 Aeae Il on do la Consultation, pour
B tells anontaTats aut nscxcederont pas SIN
m tiae Pin stses pGssE cslaque mile de che-
Fazn trnca et nivele duns PI1sat de In
AouIsiames pa sur iesuuais Res rails rae se-
ont pms sssJn poses moment 4, enle tire
les bonss pourvW cute cettes emission de
boMs xssaMgIneate pas Ia sousrriptfon
+ No xszagMt ma aomds capital d'aauesane cos.,-
pasgsaae de esaemtn de Ter. n
u est orslonse par le peu,3fe de Etatde Ia Lou;,
siae, assemble al C6ByeatfoR, Que tentes les fois
qu'une coInpagne de ehemin de fer, an fonds can't
tai de laquee 1tat deia souscrit aura fat ira
Ger es ugeler me etendne de cling miles on plus
dA dit chemin dams 'Htat, of sur lequel Ia dte
aura pas encore fat poser les rails, Ii
Legislature ponra osdonner Permission de bonds dc
ltat en- fayeur de la dite compagnie en- Placement
40 IN transcription, jusqu'a concurrence de sA
nlie piasttes ponr chaque mile du dit chemn ain
81 trace OF nyelle; pouryu cependant que lie mon.
fant des bpns emis n'exeade pasla monfant restani
r payer suE aa scuse ripsion an moment a'smettre
! les difg bonds. #
Adoptee en- Convention en- Ia vile de la Nouvelie.
Dsieans, &c qngt troisieme jour da mois de mars,
ea eIs 90 notse Seighear mil hut cent soixante-
Isignel a: NORTON.
0eFsiAa ~ nos: ssessiaire MS i0t
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IN o.. 81
mo. 37s.l
Relative to the PaymentoftheC Census TAX


Relative to the Paymento the Census TAX
We, the People of the State of Louisiana, in Con-
Uention assembled, do declare and 0rddin
ARTICLE l. That A. j. Grivot, State Depository
at New Orleans, be required to pay over into the
hands of the Treasurer of the State the balance
remaining to the credit of the public revenue ac-
count on 3lst January, 1861, after payment of
amounts ordered by ordinance No. 10, and subse-
quent ordinances, or resolutions passed by the
State Convention; and also any amount which may
hereafter be received by him from +. FL. Hatch
Collector of the Port of New Orleans, or any other
discussing officer of the customs, who may have
balances in his hands and who may return the
same to the State Depository the said amounts to
be discussed by the State Treasurer in the man
ner prescribed by the following article.
ART. 2. That the Auditor of Public Accounts be
required to ascertain the amount due the several
Census Takers, and to such other officers connect
ed with the taking of the census in this State, and
should the amount ascertained as due not exceed
the amount received by the State under article LIST
of this ordinance, the said Auditor of Public Ac-
counts shall issue his warrant on the State Urea
surer in favor of the parties entitled to pay but
should the amount due exceed the amount received
as aforesaid, then the Auditor shall issue his war
rant in favor Of the claimants each for pro rata
amount and no more.
Adopted in Convention, in the city of New Or
leans this twenty-sixth day of March, in the year
of our Lord one thousand eight hundred and sixty
one.
fsguedl A. MouToN,
President of the Convention.
Attest: j. THos. WHEAT, Secretary.
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[ " Vs D q .
AN ORDINANCE

AN ORDINANCE
Concerning the State Depository at New
Orleans.
SEC. l. Be 1t ordained By the People Of the
State of Louisiana, In COnUentiO assembled That
the office of State Depository in the city of New
Orleans be and the same is hereby transferred to
the Confederate States Of America, provided, how
ever, that ell checks of disbursiug officers and all
warrants on account of the Public Revenue and
Postotfice Department, the payment of which has
been authorized by this Convention, shall be paid
by the said Depository up to the 18th of April,
1861, and that all balances Of said accounts at that
date shall be placed to the credit of the Treasurer
of the Confederate States, to be disposed Of as
Congress may direct.
SEC. 2. Be IL further ordained That the Gov
ernor of the State be and he is hereby authorized
to cancel the bond executed by~A. J. Guirot as
Treasurer of the Mint at New Orleans and State
Depository, in favor of the State of Louisiana, so
soon his accounts shall be rendered to the State
and adjusted.
SEC. 3. Be it further ordained, That section
sixteenth of an ordinance entitled &c an ordinance
to repeal certain ordinances, and to amend others
heretofore adopted" be and the same is hereby
repealed.
Adopted in Convention, at the city Of New Or
leans, this twenty sixth day of March, in the year
of our Lord one thousand eight hundred and sixty
one.
[slgnedl A. MOUTON,
President of the Convention
Attest: j. THOs WHEAT, Secretary.