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The Alleghanian. [volume] (Ebensburg, Pa.) 1859-1865, 1861-12-12
aza Ea1s! SILVER Grays!

Last week we visited Harrisburg, in
company with. Capt. WILLIAM PALMER,
for the purpose of making the necessary
arrangements for having the company OF
veterans known as the "Silver Grays,
ordered into service, as well as to have
provision made for their being comfortably
quartered and speedily uniformed Our
most sanguine anticipations were realized.
We were received in the most friendly
manner by Governor Curtin, who gave us
every satisfaction, assuring us of his cor
dial interest in the effort to raise a compa-
ny Of hardy veterans Gesirous Of marshal
inc themselves under the ''Stars and
Stripes" also giving his consent to all our
suggestions, promising to provide for the
''Old Men of Cambria" to the extent of
his power We were authorized to send
on the 'boys" on Tuesday. They are
gone, followed by the fervent aspirations
of every patriot in the county for their
safety while absent, and their honorable
return, after the glorious Stars and Stripes
once more wave proudly over dtryJour
States of this Union.
We accompanied the "Silvered Patriot
ic Soldiers" on Tuesday as far as Altoona.
They numbered about sixty, to be followed
by MANY more during the present week,
who could not make 1t suit to 90 with the
advance. In parting with this brave band
of volunteers, who have discarded all
claims to exemption from liability to mil
itary service, We were forced to the conciu-
sion that, so long as this spirit animated
the Northern American heart, our old
Flag and our Republican Institutions
could and ,could withstand the assaults Of
domestic as we'll as foreign foes. In exten-
ding, when parting, the hand of friend
ship to each one of these sold men, we
felt within us feeling of confidence and
pride which we cannot describe. God
bless them. May their days be days of
glory and happiness, and may their end
be peace.
We cannot close this brief article with
out saying one word of praise and com
mendation of the spirit and devotion
which characterized the amiable lady of
Capt PALMER, while the "Silver Grays"
were rendezvoused at her house. Night
and day she was laboriously engaged in
ministering to their wants. Every men,
Der of the company carries with him a
feeling of gratitude, which will live even
beyond the grave. A soldiers benedictions
are hers.
1t will give us great pleasure, and we
know it will be equally gratifying to our
readers, to publish from time to timo
''notes" promised to be furnished US by a
"Silver Gray"
[The above was prepared last week after
returning from. Altoona, but too late for
publication until this issue-Ed -AAey7ta-
nidn.
The Alleghanian. [volume] (Ebensburg, Pa.) 1859-1865, 1861-12-12

e6A- The Chaplain of the House of
Representatives at the opening of the
House on Monday, prayed cypccjnIiy tor
The stare. This is the first time, since the
organization OF our government, that such
prayer was attempted to be made in the
Hall Of Congress, and it is no less signifi-
cant because 1t was made at this time,
when those who uphold the political and
social rights Of slavery are violently at
tempting the disrupture of the federal
government If such prayer had been
made 10y chaplain of the House six wears
since, he would have been hurled from
the clerks desk and doubtless assassinated
in the presence of the Representatives as.
sembled, but now the prayer is listened to
with respect in Congress, and who dare
doubt its mercitul answer from Heaven.
Thus the work of mighty reform prog
resses, and thus the rotten fabric of human
oppression begins to be assailed
nsA.. Friendship, likephosphorus. shine,
The Alleghanian. [volume] (Ebensburg, Pa.) 1859-1865, 1861-12-12

R@~ Government has given orders for
the manufacture of half a million pairs of
WOODEN mittens, for the use of the brave
soldiers who are now battling for our ma
tional existence. This is good news for
the soldiers.
The Alleghanian. [volume] (Ebensburg, Pa.) 1859-1865, 1861-12-12
MoSKnARNs. December u, 1861

nsA- The Pennsylvania Central ,'an hal,'T f
Company now control the Pi''sUEDF - Erie.
Wayne & Chicago, the SunbuTy W.Tpcs
burg Railroads. Other trpu'a.; ;rt;us.
will probably be taken in and II j. tf.t tie
ted in the Philadelphia papers '@ar far tls
managers are ambitious to push The
control of the Pacific Railroad ilssn' sa orsr
company are now building lhllnS nSing the'
elevators at Philadelphia, extenu.t extaet vitb
wharves and laying tracks to COM ,oh;. TIE
all roads centering at PhlladelpH"o Hr',oration
growth and expansion of this orU,lnFpJerfL
within the past year has oeen
The Alleghanian. [volume] (Ebensburg, Pa.) 1859-1865, 1861-12-12

Ea-The secession of the southern states
is improving the finances IF the Post-oflice
Department. The deficit the current year
will be two and half millions less than
last year.
The Alleghanian. [volume] (Ebensburg, Pa.) 1859-1865, 1861-12-12

nA~ Friendship, likephosph0rus, shines
most when all around is dark.
The Alleghanian. [volume] (Ebensburg, Pa.) 1859-1865, 1861-12-12

e~ Reading matter on every pay
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-09-04

THE ECONOMY OF HEALTH.-ThiS busy nation
OF Americans have II 600, 900 working people,
whose services may be estimated at 81 day,
and their annual loss by sickness at an average
of ten days each in the year. This gives
total loss of S240, 900 a.sum three times as
large the whole cost of the General Gov
ernment, including the Army, Navy, Post Of
fees, Legislators Foreign Ministers and all.
The amount weighs over six hundred tons in
pure gold.
large proportion of this costly suffering
might be averted by attention to diet, clean
illness, and above all, by the proper use of The
right remedy in season. When a 25 cent box
OF Ayers Pills will avert an attack of illness
which it would take several days to recover
from, a dollar bottle of Ayers Sarsaparilla,
will expel lurking disorder that would bring
the sufferer to his back for weeks or months,
does it take any figures to show the good econ
omy of the investment When Fever and
Ague is ranking in your veins and shaking
your life out of you, is it worth the dollar it
costs for his AGUE CURE to have the villainous
disorder expelled, which it does surely and
quickly? When you have taken a cold is it
prudent to wait until it has settled on the
lungs, when days oriweeks.or months must be
spent in trying to cure it, even if it can be
cured at all, or is it cheaper to take Ayers
Cherry Pectoral, costing few shilings, and
remove the trouble before it is serious? 1t
takes no wisdom to decide.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-09-04

Persons afflicted with the Fever and Ague
should not spare either time trouble OF expense,
to procure Dr. Hostetter's Celebrated Btters
whose benefcent effects upon the system has been
clearly proved to those who have been stricken
down in a short space of time by this dreadful
curse, whose cheeks are wan meagre, and whose
nights are sleepless and restless, and whose eyes
are dim and sunken, with death staring them in
the face, this compound must prove blessin g;
snatching them as it were, from the mouth of the
grave. None can know its true value until they
have tested it. When all others have failed, these
Bitters have restored the sufferers to pristine
health. Their popularity in all the Western
and Southern parts should introduce them to all
familesr Sold by druggists and dealers generally
everywhere see advertisement in another column.
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The Latest News.
Received by Tuesday Evenings Mail.

.GArLEY BRIDGE, Va, Aug 29.-The follow
ing are the particulars of the skirmsh near
Summerville. Col. Tyler had divided his reg
iment into two scouting parties. The Colonel
had about 500 men under his command, and
on the morning of the Goth, whilst they were
at breakfast, were attacked on both flanks and
in front, by rebel force of 5000 infantry,
4O0 cavalry and 10 pieces of cannon. Our
men formed for battle and fought bravely, cut
ting their way through the enemy with great
slaughter. Our loss is fifteen killed aud forty
wounded, and number of missing.
SEpTEMBER, I.-Gen. Fremont has struck
heavy blow at Secession in Missouri: He
has proclaimed martial law. In his procla-
nation he says: ssThe object of this declara-
tion is to place in the military authorities the
power to give instantaneous effect to existing
laws, and to supply such deficiencies as the
conditions of war demand but it is not in.
tended to suspend the ordinary tribunals of
the country, where the law will be administer
ed by the civil officers in the usual manner
and with their customary authority, while the
same can be peaceably exercised Martial
law has been established, he says, ssto protect
the persons and property of loyal citizens.
All peasons who shall be proven to have de-
stroyed, after the publication of this ORDER
railroad tracks, bridges or telegraphs, shall
suffer the extreme penalty of the law. All
persons who shall be taken with arms in their
hands within these lines shall be tried by court
martial, and if found guilty will be shot.
The property, real and personal, of all persons
in the state of Missouri who shall take up arms
against the United States, or who shall be di-
rectly proven to have taken active part with
their enemies in the field, is declared to be con-
fiscated to the public use, and their slaves,
II they have any, are hereby declared free.
Gen. Butler and Com. Stringham's eXpedi-
tion TO the North Carolina Forts has resulted
in signal victory over the rebels. On the
20th the expidition arrived off Hatteras Inlet,
where some 800 men were landed amidst a
heavy surf. The men of war hauled in and
commenced heavy cannonade at 10. II a. IN.
on the 2Sth and kept it up at intervals all day,
recommending on the 29th at 8. Is with in
creased effect. The enemy's reinforcements
endeavored to land, and ZOO to 500 men
were driven back, and II. 80 they displayed
flag of truce and were forced to surrender at
discretion. Our victory consists of the cap
ture of two forts, % cannon, 1000 stand of
arms, and 7l5 prisoners. The surrender was
unconditional. Among the prizes is also a
ship load of cotton prepared to run the block
ade. 1t is rumored that member Of the reb-
ell cabinet is among the prisoners. The loss
on their side cannot be ascertained. The
Federal forces did not lose man. The Har-
riet Lane got ashore, but would soon be re-
ieved. The footing obfained in North Caro-
lima will be permanently held and Whining
ton will ultimately be taken possession of,
thus giving the rebels in Virginia fire in the
rear
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-09-04

NOTICE-We have placed our books in the
l Y hands of William Feath, Esq, in the Borough
of New Washington, for settlement, where all
those having unsettled accounts earnestly
quested to call and settle before the 10th day of
September next. otherwise cost will be added.
Our notes in the hands of the same for collec
ton, of which those owing will also take notice
and attend to the same at once
JOHN L. ALLISON,
JOHN S SNYDER.
Burnside township August 7th 1851
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-09-04

The JUSro.-Thc last Cleartield Republican
speaks of the Junfa that controls the Journal !;
have adopted to get out of tight place, as
they use juHfa, trio, ETC., on all occasions.
Speaking of Junfa's, reminds us of the ponder
Gus r-shooter OF the Ciearfeld Republican.
According tossMadam r Rumor,'' it is composed
of two rsputed editors, three legal assistants,
and, perhaps, an Ex-Governor. This ccntin-
ual cry OF junfa, Hio, ETC., sounds very much
like the old "stop thief" cry; but whether it
will avail the editors of the Breckinridge organ
anything, deponent saith not.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-09-04
4 OOK HERE. GENTLEMEN LWAGoN

OOK HERE, GENTLEMEN! WAGON
IL SHOP AHEAD t!!-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. whore he will continue
to manufacture Wagons of every description, to
order of good material and in a workmanlike
manner. Also, Wheelbarrows, Harrows, Grain
cradles, &c, made short notice, in superior
style, and of the best stock. Repairing of every
kind done with dispatch. and on reasonable terms.
June %, 1859 WILLIAM r. BROWN.
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IMPORTANT NTCHANGEoFLoCATIoN.
GRAHAM. BoYNToN h CO..

GRAHAM BOYNTON Il CO.,
Desire to inform the citizens of Clearfeld and
vicinity that they have removed their store to tho
NEW BRICK BUILDING
recently erected by James Graham, Esq. on
Market street, Clearfeld, where they will be pleas
ed to accommodate all who may favor them with
q call. Their stock consists of a general assort-
ment of the very best Foreign and Domestic
DRY GOODS, GROCERIES. HARDWARE,
CUTLERY, QUEENS WARE, CEDAR & WILLOW
WARE, BOOTS, SHOES. HATS, CAPS AND
B0NNETS, DRUGS, PAINTS, &C, &C.
Their stock of Dry Goods consists in part of such
Cloths, Cassinaeres, Sat,nets, Taceeds, Vestings,
Mmstins, Ticking, Cheeks, Caiicoes, Chimtses,
Gsngh0ms, Canton and Wool Fannels, De
LANES, CaShmsres, Stlks, Ptatds, Shascts,
Britlsants, Hosiery, GioUes, ETC., etc
Also, great variety of Ladies' Boots and Caters,
Misses and Childrens Shoes; Mems, Boys. and
Youths Boots, Shoes, Hats and Caps, with large
selection of useful notions, among which
Pertmmery, Cloth and Hair Brushes, Fancy
Soaps, PENS and Pen-hotaers, Combs, 4c,
together with many other useful notions, all of
which will be sold low for Cash, or in exchange
for approved country produce. AS their stock is
entirely new, and purchased on the most advanta-
geous terms, they feel confident that they can sell
goods to the advantage of the buyer. Step in
and examine for yourselves, before purchasing
elsewhere. Remember the new store is the place
Mar u. 1861. GRAHAM. B0YNTON co.
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FIEE.-We are informed, that OF Monday
night the Goth August, the store house of l..
W. Weld, at Fallen Timber, Cambria county,
was destroyed by fire, with all the contents
goods, books and papers. Mr.. Weld's loss
will be heavy, as he had over nine thousand
dollars u unsettled accounts ON his books and
Or cightee1 hundred dollars. The fire occur
red while all were away at Campn Getting, a.
bout miles distant and it is evident from
certain circumstances, that the store was first
robbed and then set on fire, by some unknown
ScOundreIs. Mr.. w. had no insurance on
either the stock or building.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-09-04

FIENDIsH AcTs OF THE ENEMY.-We find this
statement in the Louisville (Ky.) Democrat
"We learn that some time last week two men
from the First District went over to Camp
Bone to look around, and, perhaps, with the
intention of joining the Confederate army.
Not liking the appearance Of thing there, they
were about to leave, but were told they could
not return. They We're blindiolded, and would
have been shot, but for the interference of the
colonel in command. These men, one of them
named jones man of family, were then taken
over into Graves county ,and bindfolded and
shot. One died Immediately, and the other
fingered thirty six hours, and although his
wife near him, she was not permitted to
administer 10 his sufferngs. He lay in the
sun, where shot, until death came to his relief
Can any Sepoy surpass in cruelty and inhu-
manity such conduct this? There is the
most trustworthy authority for this statement"
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-09-04
NEW FIRM AND NEW GOODS.
JOHN & JERRED F. IRWIN.

The undersigned give notice that on the 18th A.
pril they enterod into partnership in the mercan-
tile business in Curwensville. and that hereafter
the business will be conducted by them Jointly un-
der the name and firm of John & j. F. 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
DRY-GOODS, 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, 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 ant examine our 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 us trials
JOHN IRWIN,
May 80, 1860 JERRED F. IRWIN
N. b. Persons indebted to the old firm re-
quested to call and settle. may 30
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-09-04

STRAYED.-Some two weeks since, Red
~ Cow, with brown head, white spot in the face,
and enc glass eye strayed away from the subscri-
Der in Clearfeld Borough Any information as
to her whereabouts will be thankfully received.
August Is, 1861. CASPER LEYPOLDT, Brewer.
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IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT ! /.
A Fact w orth Knowing!

The undersigned informs his old friends and the
public generally that he has just received and o.
pened, at his old stand in Bradford township a
NEW AND WELL SELECTED STOCK OF
SEASONABLE 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
solicits all to give him call and examine his
stock before purchasing elsewhere, and he feels
certain that they will buy from him.
jyI1 MATTHEW FORCEE.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-09-04

WASTING PowDER.-The Breckenridge edi-
tors, in their last issue, seem to think that we
have been s:wasting POWDER on them. Well,
perhaps, we have. Having recently adopted
the Irishman's plan of sshit the first head you
see,'' We may have mistaken our men; and, 4,
instead of emitting" large s.Secession'' game,
have been so unfortunate as to pop over some
Offhe smaller birds of that tribe.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-09-04
Lines, on the death Of Lydie Spencer.

Lines, on the death Of Lydies Spencer.
Our home how desolate, we feel the great loss,
loss that we cannot replace.
We mourn. How lonely is that vacant spot.
We miss the smiles of her dear face.
Yet we cannot mourn she said mourn not for me
am going to happier sphere;
I leave you awhile, but hope to see
You sometime meet me there.
bid you farewell-for time fingers not;
My Savior now beckons me away.
go, He will not tarry tonight.
I'll awake in the realms!of day j.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-09-04

Run OvER.-Wc regret to learn that our
neighbor, Joseph Birchficld, was severely in
Jured on Monday last; being run over by a
wagon. 1t appears that himself and son were
hauling boards, and as they were comming
down a hill short distance from town, the
"break" gave away. Mr.. B. ran the wagon
on the bank Oh the side of the road for the
purpose OF stopping it. The wagon was near
upsetting when he jumped but did not reach
the top of the bank, and slid down between
the wheels; one wheel passing over him at
the hips. The wagon had 1000 feet of boards
on at the time, and it is wonder that Mr.. b.
was not more seriously hurt. He is getting
better
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-09-04

EXCEEDINGLY REFREsHIyG.-The last num-
gabiican, alluding to the disturbance of the
Celebration in Bradford township some days
since, says, upon the authority of their eek
eelient friend Major V. B. Holt,' that he left
ihe stand to "preserre the peace" of the meet
hgs Mr.. Swoope having INDUCED in political
harrangue, contrary to the arrangements of the
managers, which gave offence. Now We are
assured, that Mr.. Swoope did not say one word
aOout politics, other than to urge it to be the
Nu'y oil every man to sustain his government
Hhen IN danger and further that there was no
a'S'ufoance or appearance of disturbance of
VIE meeting, until the valiant Major left the
''aha, and gathered squad of his followers
%ound him in The woods, where they loudly
4'"ounced the Union sentiments of the speak
WI and protested their determination to pre-
su' Lieut. Merrell from getting any recruits
- 'nat ground, to fight in an ssunholy war fo-
' purpose of freeing the niggers." We are
$50 assured that the Majors son at the late
aup aeeting-Sabbath before last, threaten
o"clear the stand'' because the preachers
A. favored to impress upon the hearers the
,,. " ol maintaining the government. Verify
"Ae 'ather like son.''
4. Oy their fruits ye shall know them." If
a eu''ors of the s'Clearfeld Republican" and
excellent friend" are not secessionists,
ens ~" acts and teachings, with their legitimate
9uences, most wofully belle them.
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M a RIED

In Philipsburg on the 9th nit, by Thomas
Hancock Esq, Mr.. GEORGE W. BARGER to
MISS MARY E. Owens both of Clearfield CO.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-09-04

DIR. C. r. EARLr.-This gentleman Is one OF
the Democratic candidates for the Legislature.
The Doctor was present on Monday evening
a, the uwhithwaslIing" meeting, and proclaim
ed chat he had "aiways been Democrat.
He should have added 'sespecially when he was
the leader of knownothingism in his township
in Elk county," Come Doctor, tell the whole
story, next time.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-09-04

PIscAToRfAL.-We are told, that several dis
tinguished politicians went up the river fish
ing on Saturday but it is presumed the
"birds" didn't bite well, as they brought home
ssnaEy fin.''
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-09-04

DR. NJ. WOODS, tenders his professional servi-
- ces to the citizens of Clearield and vicinity.
Residence on Second street, opposite the office of
l.. j. Grams, Esq Office, the same that was recent
ly occupied by Hon. r. Barrett, where he can
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-09-04

nENTAL CARD.-A. NJ SMITH, offers his pro-
IL fessional services to the Ladies and Gentlemen
of Clearfeld and vicinity. Alloperations 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, Clearfeld Sep. IS.
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STIRRING TIMES IN PHILADEL-
- PHlA = Tremendous ErchtesnsAf among ne
Masses i,t-EXCITING FOOT RACE betLcseA the

Masses ,..-EXCITING FOOT RACE betwseu tie
PhttadetphtG Police a1sd a nOtoY10HS FoISer 9''H
counterfetter, James Buchanan Cross ~! Cross
Recaptured tt.tt-It seems to be the general opin-
ion in CIearfield that if Cross had worn pair of
Frank Shorts French-calf Boots, that he would
not be taken yet. However Shorty IS not much
put out at missing his custom nut would an
noupce to all Brscksur1age Douglas, Lincosl and
Bel men and women and children in Clearfeld,
and Sinnemahoning in particular, that he is pre-
pared to furnish them with Boots. Shoes and Cal
ters of any style pattern stitched, sewed peg
ged land as be is short fellow short notice
All kinds of country produce taken in exchange,
and cash not refused. Repairing done in the neat
est manner and charges moderate, at the Short
Shoe Shop on Second Street, opposite Reed, Wea-
yer & Co.'S store FRANK SHORT.
N B. Findings for sale Aug 29, 1860.
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rLEARFIELD RIFLE COMPANY.-You
~ are hereby ordered to meet at Mount Joy
School house, on Saturday the Oath day of Au-
gust, at 10 o'clock in Summer uniform, with arms
and equipments in good order By order of the
Captain. JOHN T. ROTE, o. 5.
August a. 1861