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

A QUEER CURRENcY.-Judge Russell, of New
York, has recently returned from Virginia,
where he procured specimens OF the shinplas-
ter currency with which secessionsts
rying on war against the Union, representing
the large sum of twenty five cents. The plas
ter is strip of ordinary paper, printed in red
ink. 1t promises to pay twenty-five cents in
current bank notes of the State of Virginia.
presented in sums of five dollars or multiples
thereof, receivable also for postage and freight.
The plaster boasts TWO vgnettes, one represent
ing train of cars. the other reaper with
siieai OF wheat. The uttererS are the Alexan-
dria, Loudin and Hampshire Railroad Com
nanY.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-06-26
CLIPPINGS AaD sc2IB2.gEas

rWarm--the weather, ycste rday.
snvWorn out-the flag on the Cour. house
tower.
C-Sociabie- gals who stop a, the
darky shaniy.
DOExcellenf-the serenade in Curwens-
yille, on Saturday night.
uUp to I0z-the mercury, in the sun, at
" ashingfoD, on Saturday.
uyShouldn't stay so late-:he chap that
wades the river below town
OvRare occurrence-three BOYS taking six
teen young ladies to party.
~"Very good, but rather, too pointed -
the fish said when 1t swallowed the bait.
UWhy is the Union like crab apple Z
Because, to be worth anything, it must be pre-
served
D-"Thrice is he armed who has his quarrel
just" But six times armed is he who owns a
good revolver.
~New Jersey gives six tents to each of
her companes-the most liberal allowance
made by any State.
ESociety Is like air--very high up it is
too sublimated for comfortable breathing, too
low down it is a perfect damp-choke.
DyAn advertiser in one of the papers says
he has u cottage to let containing eight rooms
and an acre Of land. Pretty large cottage,
that.
OyGeo. B. Crittenden, son of J John j. Crit
tenden, who resigned from our army some
time since, has accepted d commission in the
rebel army.
OIrhe traitors of Baltimore, are the law
yers, fhe liquOr dealers, the ariStocracy, and
portion OF the roughs who have been IN the
habit OF smoking the great teat.
nyA Southern lady has abandoned the
Shaker establishment, near nopkinsville, to
marry Mr.. James Bean, aged seventy five.
She must be fond of dried Beans.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-06-26

WREH GES. Scorr WILL MovE.-Gen. Scott,
yesterday. remarked to Gen. Morse OF Massa-
chnsefts, that he should not move in the d.
rection of the enemy until he was ready, and
that when he makes movement it will be
conducted with scrupulous regard to the
saving OF any unnecessary bioodshed, first a
mong his own troops, then among the ranks
of the rebels. But that he will bag as many
prisoners as possible, firmly believing that, as
in the case Of Capt. Ball and his company of
Fairfax Cavalry, when they are brought into
contact with the truth concerning the real in
tentions of the Government, and are convinc
ed, as they will be, when out of the reach of
the pernicious influences now surrounding
them, of the utter folly and madness of rebel
ling against the government, they will be glad
to return to their allegiance.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-06-26

GEN. PIERoE.-Somebody at Washington,
who has been reading the newspapers consid-
erably, is moved by the general rout raised a
gainst the unlucky commander of the Great
Bethel expedition TO ask, "why do you all
pitch into Pierce? !? He asks Il suspension of
opinion-why not let him have it He has
asked at the hands of the Department that a
court Of inquiry sit upon his case-and it will
probably do so. If he was in the wrong, the
sitting of the court will smash him if in the
right, he will come forth refreshed, and like a
youthful bridegroom. Let him alone for the
LIZ sent .
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-06-26

NEAL BoUND OvER.-Charles NJ. Neal, of
Philadelphia, has given bail in the sum of
$4,000 to appear for trial at Pittsburg next
week. Neal, it will be remembered, is the
ssagent' who negotiated the recent army cloth
ing contract with the Messrs. Frownfeld of
Pittsburg. He is included in the Indictment
charging the latter with conspiracy to defraud
the State, and hence the necessity Of his hav-
ing to give bail as above stated. The case
will be taken up next week. Able counsel
have been engaged on both sides, and a warm
time of it all around may be expected.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-06-26
NEW FIRM AND NEW GOODS.
JOHN & JERRED F. IRWIN.

The undersigned give notice thnt on the 18th a
pril they enterod into partnership in the merean-
tile business in Curwensville. and that hereafter
the business will be conducted by them Jointly un
der the name and firm of John & j +. Irwin.
They inform their customers and the public in
general that they have received from the East and
opened at the old stand large and varied stock Of
SPRING AND SUMNER
GROCERIES, QUEENS
WARE HARDWARE, &C. &c,
specially adapted to the wants of the community
and will sell the same at the lowest cash prices
Also, a large assortment of Boots Shoes Hats
and Caps, of the latest styles and best quality all
of which they intend to sell at reasonable rates.
Also an extensive stock of the most fashionable
READY MADE CLOTHING.
at prices to suit the times. Now is the time to
purchase Call in examine stock before
you purchase your goods, and we feel confident
that we can supply you with all kinds of goods,
at as low prices and on as reasonable terms you
can procure them elsewhere Give a trial.
JOHN IRWIN.
May 80, 1860. JERRED F IRWIN.
n. b. Persons indebted to the old firm are re-
quested to call and settle may 80
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-06-26

News FROM MExIoo.-Advices from Mexico
have been received up to the 25th ult. Our
minister, Mr.. Corwin, presented his creden-
tas ard was received by the Constitutional
Government, with all the honors, on the 2lst
uIt. The English Minister, Mr.. Nyck, was
received on the 25th. The greatest trouble
with the Mexican Government at the present
moment is the want of money. The treasury
is bankrupt and the only resource of the Gov
ernment. the Custom House dues, is absorbed
by foreign claimants.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-06-26

DIDN T LIKE IT.-The Wheeling InteHigencer
says: Some two or three of the young men
who not long since went to the jeff. Davis re-
bellion, have recently returned. They rep
resent deplorable state OF things there. The
officers and men are almost continually drunk,
and the whole camp is vast Bachanalan rev.
el. On the day OF the election the soldiers
voted for the ordinance of secession early and
often, and thought the ottener they voted, the
better the joke. All of the young men to
whom we refer have been perfectly disg usted
with the whole business. t ,s s.-s
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-06-26

FROM MEXICo.-We re have late advices from
Mexico. The Government is stable and grow
ing in the confidence of the people. The old
Cabinet has resigned. and new one has been
selected by the President from the members
Of Congress. There is strong and cordial
feeling toward the United States Governments
in spite of the most absurd rumors which have
reached them as to our condition. 1t was re-
ported there that President Lincoln had been
driven ont of Washington, and that Gen.
Scott had resigned and taken command of the
Southern Army.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-06-26

BRIGADIER GENERAL NATHANIEL LYON, now
in command of the Military Department of the
West, aud whose remarkable energy excItes
much admiration, was born in Eastford,
Windham County, Connecticut, in 1920; en-
tered West Point Military Academy in 1888 !;
graduated thence in 1912, and served in
Florida in the last year OF the Seminole war.
He was with Gen. Scott in Mexico, as first
Lieutenant, and was promoted to the rank of
Captain at the battle of Contreros, May 18th,
1861, for the signal service rendered by the
capture of Camp Jackson, he was promoted to
the rank of Brigadier General.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-06-26

THE ARMY.-General Scott is wisely substl-
tutng light artillery in the army tor that Of
cavalry. He is induced to do this, because it
requires more than year to drill cavalry, to
render the men proficient as riders, to make
them perfect in the various evolutions, and to
accustom the horses to the shocks of battle,
when gnnpowder has to be wasted. Light ar
tillery will make dreadful havoc among the
knights of the south, who, true to their in
stiDcts OF aristocracy, array themselves in the
most gorgeous attire, mount young and un-
trained horses, aud thus caparisoned and
equipped, they expect to intimidate the in
fantry troops by the spleudor as well as gilt
ter of their appearances. few rounds of
grape, we'll directed and copiousiy given, will
change the courage aud the course OF
their silly chevalieTs.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-06-26

Hon II. B. Wright, of Luzerne comfy, has
been nominated by both the Democratic and
Republican conventions of the twelfth (PaD
district as a Union candidate for Congress, to
succeed the late Hon. George w. Scranton,
and has accepted both, repudiating all other
issues than the support of the and the
crushing OF the rebellion.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-06-26

There 90 steam vessels of war in
course of construction at the several dock
yards belonging to the British government.
These do not include the large iron plated
frigates Warrior and Black Prince, which are;
being built by private firms. These SIS war
vessels will average 1857 guns, and have en-.
gines Of II, 100 nom inal borse power.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-06-26

a RESOLUTION has been introduced into the
legislature of Maryland, to suspend the opera
tion of the criminal laws, and shield from pun
ishment the participators in the riot Of the 18th
of April last, in the city of Baltimore. For
this purpose it proposed that the Grand Jury
shall be estopped from finding indictments
against any of this class of offenders. This is
piling Belion on Ossa This is a step towards
offering immunity to treason beyond all that
has ever been attempted.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-06-26

A TERRITORY OCCUPIED BY THE NATIONAL
FoRCEs.-Gen. Mcdowell came to Washing
ton OF Thursday the goth, and paid his respects
10 Gen. Scott, exhibiting a complete map of
the land now occupied by the Federal forces,
and showing how easy it would be to capture
the enemy located within short distance of
the outside lines of Gen. McDowell's survey,
which extend into tie interior ten miles from
Arlington Hights, and ten miles below Alex
apdria, and the same distance above the Chain
Bridge. Gen. Scott listened with all atten-
ton, and when Gen. Mcdowell had concluded
and desired permission TO advance and make
an attack, in order to wipe out the disgrace of
the late blunders, Gen. Scott sat quietly back
and responded, ssNO, Sir-no, Sir-no.'
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-06-26

TRAITORS IN THE INTERIOR DEPARTMENT
An old resident here states positively that he
can point out twenty six clerks, in the Interi-
OF Department, who have uttered Secession
sentiments, more than once within the last
two months. He also says that there is at the
present time young man seeking the position
of an Examiner in the Patent Office, who has,
until within few weeks, been rabid Seces-
sionist, that his parents even now bitter in
their denunciations of the Administration, and
that through some unacconntable means
prominent Republican politician has boeu in
duced to ipdorse the fellows application.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-06-26

MIssoURI.-Gen. Lyon has issued to the
people of Missouri a proclamation setting
forth the duplicity and treachery of the cow
ardy Gov. jackson, assuring the citizens that
the loyal need fear molestations in their
persons, or property, or business, and promis-
ing forgiveness to all who, having, taken up
arms under mistaken notion concerning the
purposes of the Union troops, will now imme-
diately return to their allegiance.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-06-26

SOMETHING WRoNG.-A few days ago two
heavy guns were sent from Pittsburgh to Fort
McHenry, and while lying at the wharf in Bal
timore, some scamp spiked them with rat-tail
files. It was at first thought that they would
have to be re-cast, but latest report says they
have hal new touch-holes drilled, and are
now ready for action.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-06-26

WHIsKEY AS A PERFUME.-The Milwaukee
Sentinel says "a jug of the celebrated Mon
treal malt whisky has been sent to this office
to be tested. As no one connected with the
establishment imbibes whiskey. we nse 1t for
perfume on our handkerchief. When we
want to attract crowd, all we have to do is
to go out and shake our linen at the corner"
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-06-26

The Pennsylv r eg i'm ent in Virginia have
adopted for their watchword in the time Of
battle: Remember Gre6Le! This will ring to
the traitors as once the battle cry of Remember
Paoft rang in the ears of the servile soldiers
of an imbecie tyrant.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-06-26
M Ar RED:

On the 18th inst, at the Presbyterian Par
sonage, by Rev. J. NJ. Galloway, Mr. A. ".
STAMBAUGH of Armstrong CO. Pa, to Miss
MELISSA e. daughter of j. B. Caldwell.
By the Rev. j r. Focht on the Goth inst,
Mr.. JAMES CUPLEs OF Miff1in CO Pa, to Mrs
SUSAN REX of Ferguson tp., Clearfeld co Pa.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-06-26

DRowNEp.-We have been informed thaf n
Irishman--a railroad baDd-was drowned In
Stiner's dam, on Moshannon creek near Phil
ipsburg, on Saturday night, the 22d. 1t is
supposed that he intoxicated at the time 3.
An inquest was held on Sunday. Verdict, acci
dental dro wning. We believe boy was drown
I'd in the same dam about two weeks since
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-06-26

= New AsTER.-Sebastian Sns der, ha 8
been appointed Postmaster at New Washing
ton, in place ofJohn NJ. Cummings.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-06-26

FOURTH OF July The ladies of the NJ. E..
Church at Curwensville, purpose giving G
q dinner on the coming 4th of July, the pro-
ceeds of which are TO be devoted to furnishing
the new church now erecting. The puohc
generally are invited to attend, as the purpose
is a laudable one.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-06-26

The WEATHER, CRoPs, ErC.-The weather
during the past week has been warm and pleas
ant. We had several showers, and all the
crops are growing fine. From what We learn,
We believe, that the wheat promises better
yield than for many years. The corn, though
planted late, is thrifty and growing rapidly
Potatoes and all other vegetables have good
appearance. And if, the season is favorable
throughout, this county will produce moro
than usual average yield, of all kinds of
grain and vegetables.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-06-26
PRoCEEDINGs OF COURT.

PeIce's heirs VS.. David Michaels-Rule to
shew cause why appeal should not be stricken
off. Rule discharged.
S. B. Taylor VS.. Fred. Kohler-Certiorari
Proceedings reversed on the ground that when
one Justice of the Peace issues summons,
the defendant cannot bring suit against the
plaintiff before another Justice, but must off
set his Calm before the Justice whose jurs-
dicton had attached
Nathan II. Noble VS.. Lewis J. Hurd-Rule
to shew cause why award of arhitrators,
filed after a settlement made by the parties,
should not be set aside. Rule made absolute.
VIM. A. Mason vs.. John ightman-Certio-
rar. Proceedings reversed; no service of
summons having been made defendant.
Michaels K Worrell VS.. Jacob Koozer-Cer-
tioraii. The Justice had entered Judgment a
ganst the defendant according 70 dai'tS di-
rection in writing. Proceedings reversed
there being summons nor appearance.
Com. VS.. Andrew ToZer--Certiorar. Pro-
ceedings reversed: the record not showing
the evidence which tbs summary convic-
ton was founded.
Com. VS.. Henry S. uurd-Certiorari Pro-
ceedings reversed Same reason above.
Andrews use kepler VS.. LangdOn & Divies
Motion 10 set aside service Of summons.
Leave granted to Sheriff 10 amend his return.
james Stott vs. Jude Whitecomb and VIM.
Il. Miller, Garnishee. J. Newman VS.. Same.
W. Bodley VS.. Same. John Wiser VS.. Same.
Henry Bennihotf Same. Norman KooDs
VS.. Same-Rules TO shew cause why foreign
attachments should not be dissolved. Rules
discharged.
ROAD PETITIONS, ETC.
FIEws.-Brady township-fron near Jacob
Humel, jr., to David Reams' saw-mil. View
ers, Roswell Luther, Fred'k Zieg!er, G. NJ.
Thompson.
Bloom township-from Turnpike near Hugh
Leeches' TO public road near Chas Cicavers.
Viewers, Thomas Ross, iona. Hartshorn, ia
cob Faust.
Lawrence township-from cross road on top
of Hog back 10 Geo. Robins, Pike town
ship. Viewers, Sam'l Brown, G.. l.. Reed,
Jas. Dougherty, Sr.
REvfEws.-Guelch township-from Moses
Robisons to Nevlings' mill. Reviewers, III.
b. Wright, W. a. NevIing. John M'Cully.
Bloom township--irom Henry Reams to
John Smiths. Reviewers Thos. Ross, John
D. Thompson, John McNau.
Knox township--from Millport to top of hill.
Reviewers, Thos. Moore jr., Cortes Reed,
Fred Shocning.
PETITION, to change line between Girard
and Goshen townships Viewers, SamI Full
ton, John Irwin, Lewis Irwin.
ROADS CONFIRMED, nj si.-Burnside town
ship-from house of John II. Myers to cherry
tree on land OF Richard Ashcraft.
Lawrence township-from Leonard's bridge
to corner of Patrick Dolans fence.
Beccaria township-from State road to
Glen Hope turnpike near Sam'l NJ. Smiths.
All other returns &C., were continued or set
aside.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-06-26
U,HE CLEARFIELD ACADEMY will b

IL opened for the reception OF pupils lmaie and
femaie) on Monday. August 10th 1Oslsi per ses
sion of eleven weeks:
Ortbography, Reading. Writing, Primary Arith
metio and Geography, $3.50
Higher Arithmetic, English Grammar. Gsogra
ply and History. $500
Algebra, Geometry, Natural Philosophy. and
Book Keeping. 81 90
Latin aud Greek Languages, 5000
To students desirous of acquiring a thorough
English Education, and who wish to qualify them
selves for teachers this institution offers desirable
advantages No pupil received for less than halt
a session and no deduction except for protrscts5
sickness Tuition to be paid at the close of = =
term ImaySei G B StNnFoRD, Principal
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-06-26

s1Raftsman's Journal Office" on Sec
ond Floor of Grahem's New Brick
building, en- Market Street.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-06-26

nENTAL CARD.-A. NJ. SMITH, offers his pro
- fessional services to the Ladies and Gentlemen
of Clearfeld and vicinity. All operations upon the
teeth executed with neatness and despatch. Being
familiar with all the late improvements he is pre-
pared TO make artificial teeth in the best manner
Office in Shaw's New Row, CIearfold. Sep. u
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-06-26

THE OWNER OF THE BUENA YIsTA's CARGO
1t is ascertained that Leoffier, the indiv id ual
to whom the cargo of the prize Buena Vista
was consigned, is Baltimore Secessonist,
and that he has been engaged for some weeks
in taking provisions across to the Virginia
shore from Leonardtown and other places on
the Maryland side of the Potomac, under a
contract made with the Quartermaster Gen
eral of the Rebel army. But for the timely
seizure of the Buena Vista, just in the act of
discharging her freight, her cargo would, ere
this, have been safely transferred to the camp
of the Rebels at Acquia Creek or Fredericks
burg.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-06-26
The --latest News.
Received by Tuesday Evenings Mail.

JUNE PA deserter from the rebel camp
at Romney reports their number to be 8, 500
About 20 regiments arrived at Washington
during, the past week making the number in
that vicinity about ST, 900. Two Federal pick
cts were shot near Hagerstown, one killed
Instantly, the other wounded mortally. 1t is
stated. on good authority, that the available
volunteer force is over SOC, 900. At Aiexan-
dria. the captain of the I'd Connecticut regi-
ment, having been request by lady to es-
cort her home, being afraid, gallantly compli-
ed, and has not been seen since. A large reb-
ell force is concentrating at Yorktown. A
sharp game was played by one of MMulln's
Rangers at Hagersrown. He saw a strange
looking fellow fording the river who he arres-
ted, and found some important papers on him
for Mr.. Alvey. The Ranger then changed
snits--visited Alvey-gained additional infor-
nation, and then arrested him. Alvey was not
suspected before. He was sent to Washington.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-06-26

NEW STORE.-The subscriber has opened
Pa, where he Will keep constantly on hand ? gen
eral assortment of DRY-GO0DS, GR0CE-
RIES, PROVISIONS. &c, which he will sell
for cash, or exchange for Timber Boards shin
giles, Grain. Country Produce, &c He viii be
pleased 10 have all who wish to purchase any Of
the above articles to give him a cali.
JAMES L. WATSON
WilliamsviIIe April 81, 6I-Sm.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-06-26

AcOIDEEr.-We regret to learn. that Austin
Kline, living near John Chasc's in Woodward
township, met with very serious accident, on
Tuesday the 18th. 1t appears that Mr.. Kline
was abont tbree-foufths of a mile from his
honse at work in field, with pair of oxen
and wagon, when in the act OF detaching the
oxen from the wagon, they became frghten-
ed and ran away. The chain attached to the
yoke became entangled and hooked around
both Mr. KS legs, throwing him from his feet
aud in this way dragged over very rough
road 10 his own house, fracturing one of his legs
near the ankle, and tearing the skin in bor-
ribie manner on nearly every part OF his body.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-06-26

FOURTH OF JULY.-Another anniversary of
'aF National Independence is fast approach
-'gi aud yet. We hear of no arrangements be-
-ne made te celebrate the day in this place.
1hls should not be so. He hope that the
necessary steps will be taken at once. AS
0N'h loving citizens let us join hands, and
ee1 up regular old fashioned celebration
N"o mat will be credit TO our town and vi
V'nity' Eighty five years of our nations ex-
,''e"ce nave fed; but never has that Batioi's
'''"-day been ushered in under such peculiar
r,'''u'hstances, as the present one. Many of
4' citizens at this county are absent ia de-
1ee Oh ou- nations honor, and the maintain
"' ihe Supreme law Of the land, that Con-
"''u''on which our Fathers established. But,
''' our friends are away, let us convince
-'Hi mat we are not unmindfui of them. and
We Cherish the noble self sacrifice that
:, are making in defence of the liberties
' "e enjoy. Then: let US go to work with
aeiay, and make the necessary arrange
'H's Tor celebrating the day in proper and
ning manner.