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Notice to Donation Claimants

vi NANNllINNlV
MORE than Fourteen Hundred Donation Pa.
I pcrs, Qualifications and Final Proofs, J are
now lying in the pigcon-holcs Of the Registers Of
fec, upon which certificates can be issued rs soon
as FULL and COMPLETE COPIES ARE MADE
To do the whole Of that work would require the
constant labor of the Register from two to three
years, provided that he had no other duties topper
form. But when il is known that twO-thirds Of
his time is occupied with conflicting donations md
presumption cases, persons having donation papers
in the Office may we'll look to the future for
their certificates and Patents. Believing that many
would prefer having their donations completed
now, ratcr than wait for the indefinite ''course Of
human events, y and being well acquainted with the
business. ! am prepared to make out papers and
procure Certificates for claimants in all parts of the
Territory. | will also attend to tho preparation md
filing of dcclaratory statements and final proofs for
prescriptions, and drawing maps ofclaims and Town
ships, from the original surveys, orthosc desiring
them. For preparing the papers and procuring "a
certificate for a donation claim, where there is no
conflict, my charge is five dollars. For preparing
andf ling'' dcclaratory statements and paying the
government fec, three dollars. For Township maps,
five dollars, and claim maps one dollar each. In
all cases the fee must como in advance.
Persons having bought land, acquired under the
Donation Law, cannot be too careful to see Certifi-
Gates are issued. A. N. POE,
Nov. 20, 1860. [3:tf1 Olympia, ". T.
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An INCIDENT OF LIFE IN THE GOLD
REa1oNs.-Among the deep defles of
the Rocky mountains, lately, a small
company Of men stood around the
newfy-made grave of a dead compan-
ion. With heads uncovered, they lis
tened attentively to the words of the
preacher as he offered up a prayer.
While in the midst of it, one of the
company discovered the color" in the
earth at his feet, thrown up to make
room for the remains of the deceased.
In a loud whisper he communicated the
rather exciting intelligence to his COM
panion. All heard it, even the clergy
man, who, suspending his prayer,
opened his eyes to see the auditory scat
ter in every direction to stake off gold
claims. Calling in a loud voice to
stake him of a "claim," he reclosed
his eyes, hastily concluded his prayer,
and started off on a run to join his fel-
lows in securing a claim.
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Mercury I'm no form enters into the
Remedies adopted by De. Young.

Mercury has been named, not inaptly, "The
curse of Man, " as, under the treachcrous garb of
a rcstorcr, it bcqucaths the most terrible disease.
We do not see it at once, but hidden beneath the
fair surface, il poisons the blood, destroys the ncr-
vous and muscular system, preventing the action
of the joints, and rendering wretched, under the
name Of rheumatism, the life Of the suferes.-
The remedy is worse than the disease" rs many
n poor, crippled, miserable. toothlcss wretch will
say, while pointing to his dccayed jaws and ulcer
Gus gums, he tells Of its ravages-or at his swollen
joints and body marked with purple or leaden coli
ored sores which speak Of his pains, and again at
his impaired, ruined digestion, which tells of
wrctched days and ~slccplcss nights.
All affections arising from the use of mercury
perfectly eradicated and health fully restored.
All diseases Of a private nature
arising from impure connection, such MS Ulcers,
Swelling Of the GrOins, Ulcers in the Throat, Sec
ondary Syphilis, Cutancous Eruptions, Ulccrations,
Tertiary Syphilil, Syphilis in Children, Mcrcurial
Syphilitic Affections, GonorrhGa. elect, Structures,
False Passages, inflammation Of the Bladder, and
PROSTATE Glands, Excavations. Tumors, Pustules
ETC., treated in the most scientific manner.
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beA- Here is a refreshing bit of sar-
casm: To who said, "Idon't be-
lieve there's an honest man in the
world" another replied: cit is impos-
sible that M man should know all the
world, but quite possible that a man
may know himself"
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Also the following new Novels:
Roynlists and Republicans, Fallen Stars, Gucl-
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Stories. Against Wind and Tide, The Haunted
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Self Help, Wild Sports Of the South. Adventures
of Jonathan lIomebred. Lizzy Glenn. Love me lit
tic, love me long. Lovely Michclet, from the
French, Woman-by Michelct, from the French,
The Virginians.
All the above works arc by the most noted au-
thors in the world.
Also, Newspapers, Periodicals, &c. Agent for
the San Francisco Bulletin. Alta California. and
Washington Standard, the best papers on the Pa
cifc coast.
A subscription list, with scale of prices, will he
sent to any part. if desired.
Also dealer in Apples. Pears. Plums. &C., and
all kinds of green and dried Fruits, Candies, Fish
Sauces. Syrups, Powder and Shot.
Me- All of the above will he carefully packed
and sent to any portion of the country desired.
CHARLES BARRETT. Pro-,
At the Old Post Office, Portland, Oregon,
November II, 1860. l:N
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THIS WUNUEKFUL RENEDY, CALLED IHh
Japanese vcnereal SALvE, and used for the cure
Of Syphilitic Sores and procured 1t great trosbk
and expense, is now placed In the hands Of drrI
gists for sale, where persons afflicted can purchase
L, and effect cures without the consequent mortit>
cation and heavy charges incurred by going "
physicians. The ingredients procured from these
scientific and wonderful people are such Is have
not been known to the rest Of the world In the
cure Of loathsome corruptions, and far excels any
thing heretofore used. Testimonial Of Astounding
cures could be obtained il necessary, but II 10 on!
requisite to test It to prove ito great healine quali-
ties. The cost is nothing compared to IT. valss'
For sale 1t all the Druggists.
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MEDICAL TESTIMONY,

The following Recommendation is from one of the
Oldest physicions in New London, Conn.,:
Messrs. A.. b. l. D.. SAxDs:-Gentlemen:-Your
Sarsaparilla has been very extensively used in this
city and the neighboring towns, and so far as my
knowledge extends, uniformly with success. In a
great variety of diseases of long standing, and ofa
very distressing and dangerous character, which
have resisted a long list Of remedial ageIts, It hes
been used-in many Of them with complete sue.
cess, and in all with decided benefit. II Is regard
ed by the medical profession as q medicine Of great
efficacy in . numerous class Of diseases, such ~ L.
vcterate constitutional complaints, when the sys'
tenn has been long diseased; in cases Of long stand
ing; In obstinate diseases of the skin; In enfeebled
conditions Of the system; In chronic Assesses. A.
tended with profuse discharges; diseases Of The
bones; obstinate ulcers; chronic pulmonary afee'
tions, enlarged glands, and various other maladiea
connected with q depravcd state Of the system.
Its use Is usually followed with improvement Of -
petite and digestion, increase of strength and hesh,
better rests at night, the production Of . more
healthy state Of mind, and complete restoration to
health. Truly yours,
WIN. STERNE. n. D.
Prepared and sold by A.. 3. / D. SANDS, whole-
sale druggists, 100 Fulton street, corner Of wiian'
New York.
For sale by H. JOHNSON / Co., and RsplxefoR
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Private Medical once and HOSPITAL
2lO CLAY STREET,
Opposite southwest corner of the Plaza,
SAN FRANCISCO.
DIR. J.. C. YOUNG.

On. J. G. You're, who has become 30 cclcbra-
ted for the thousands Of cures which he has per-
formed on old, chronic, mercuridl, syphilitic, and
all private diseases, without mercury, 10 consulted
daily At his Office, 2l0 Clay st., from 9 A. N. to
9 p. NJ. A cure Guaranteed or no pay.
DR.. Young has probably had more practice In
v~encrcal diseases than any physician in California
He cures all the most aggravated cases Of this dis
ease, and mild ones he removes in from two to
Ave days. The Doctor has for many years been
known a. the most eminent and successful physi.
clan practising in the United States, and what is
more important to the patient, he always effects q
speedy and permanent cure.
Travellers, scamcn, miners ond others, who wish
to be cured without mercury, hindrsncc from bust
ness, or exposure to friends, should apply to him
a. soon As possible, and q perfect cure guaranteed
In all durable cases.
Of DR.. Young's ability as q practitioner, which
have appeared in the public journals Of the last
few years:
(FRoM THE B0sroN MEDICAL J0uRxAL.1
Although We arc opposed to the system Of ad-
vertising for good and sufficient reasons, still VIC
deem It but justice to say that DR.. Young is one
Of the most industrious and indefatigable votarics
Of the medical science in the United States.
CFRox PRorEssoR JAcKsox.]
Tho subscriber 10 personally acquainted with
DR.. Young, and has seen much of his practice, and
can bear testimony to his merits az . practitioner.
lFHox THE New Yosx HEnALD.1
The cminence Of this distinguished gentleman In
his profession, and the very extended opportuni-
ties possessed by him for the observance Of vcne.
real diseases, makes his services invaluable Ia
those afflicted with the above complaints.
(FRox rnE WHO AID ADvEarisrn.1
All afflicted with private complaints should. II
possible, consult DR.. Young, whose medical edu.
cation is not surpassed by any physician in the
country: In his skin, honor and integrity oil may
rely with safety, while most of the medical prac.
t%itioners in this city are without honesty or res
possibility, their pretensions being grounded In
ignorance and assumption.
Important to STRANGERS and Others
Requiring Medical Treatment.
pr. Young is the pioneer Advertising rhys'cinn
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BILES &
"AVING formed a cO-partnership in the IT,
BOOT and SHOE BUSINESS are pref
pared to Manufacture Boots and Shoes ~
cheaper than the cheapest. Hides and Produce
taken in exchange for work. Repairing done with
neatness and dispatch. Give them a call before
purchasing elsewhere.
Shop on Mound Prairie near Ensign's.
Olympia. November II. 1860. LILY
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Al INvITATIoN.-One of Sir BOYLE
Roche's invitations to an Irish noble
man was rather equivocal: "Ihope, my
lord, if ever you come within q mile Of
my house, you'll stay there all night"
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Cure always Guaranteed or NO fee
ReOUfred.

DR.. Young would state that he has been = pro-
fcssor Of Obstetrics and Female diseases for the
past fourteen years, and is fully qualified to ad-
minister in all cases both medically and surgically,
not in a superficial, but in as thorough a manner
as years of study and practice-both in hospitals
and private familics-can make. Therefore fami-
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affection can find in him one who can feel and
sympatbisc with, and befricnd them in trouble
one in whose secrcsy the utmost confidence can be
placed. Come, oil ye that arc afflicted and in
trouble, and you will be relieved and cured.
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70 ALL WHOM IT NAY @ICBuN
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DR.. Hollicut, Mrs. Gaskell,
Geo. Sand, Collins,
Tobias Smollett, Mrs. Trollope,
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HA Napoleon used to say that four
hostile newspapers are more to be
feared than a hundred thousand bayo-
nets"
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TIE JAPAIF0R aALH

For the cure Of Cuts, Burns, Sprains, GupshHs
Wounds, Piles, Boiis, Chllblsias, Bruises asd y.
kinds of Sores, has been discovered to be he ~.
and most wonderful preparation ever used. ~
healing properties are astonishing, almost nagies..
1t supersedes all salves now in use, and dsveices
one great good that has resulted from the oPenins
Of Japanese ports to the mme Of the woria'
and will cause all that use it to rejoice that 70 az
sirablc result has been accomplished. This SAVE
has been sufficiently used to test its qualitie:.,-
Try il all-everybody. No family should be win,
out it-and although the ingredients are rare anu
b OK. 1t can he obtained Of all tho Druggists.
DIR. KENT, Agent, Nevada. l4:a
*x*The hest purifier Of the blood Is Halls SM'
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Concluded from First Page.

COnctNuCQJ from TTSt Iuye.
the committee. What cannot this
House do?
The House concurred III the Council
amendment to the Fee Bill. So the
Territory has a law greatly reducing
the fees of Sheriffs, Clerks and Consta-
bles. For this they will be thankful to
the House.
The House recedcd from its amend
ments to the resolution for a separate
Military Department. The Resolution
as passed prays that Vancouver may be
the Headquarters Of a new Department
should it be created.
The House then passed the bill ask
ing the people to vote at next election
upon location of Capitol.
The House %concurred in some amend
mcnts made by Council to House Bills.
THURSDAY, Jan. 31.-The House
adopted the resolution reported by
Joint committee on enrolled bills, to
authorize the signing of the cngrossed
bills, instead of waiting for proper en-
rollment. Concurred in Council amend
mcnt to bill providing a Territorial Su-
perintendent of Schools, to which Prof.
b. c. Lippencott has been elected.
Also a bill making the Sheriff of
Thurston county Collector of taxes;
also the bill Incorporating the Che
halls Steamboat Navigation Company.
One of the most crcditable acts was
expunging from the journal the Bowles
resolution of ccnsure of Gov. McGill
for not being able to make Government
drafts at par, after Howell Cobb had
cmptied the Treasury, Mr.. Secretary
Floyd and his nephew Gordon Bailey,
had distracted nearly a million O Gov-
;ernment Bonds, and discovery by Mr..
Secretary Thomas of a deficit of So,
OOO, 900. Gov. McGill may err in judy
ment, but his worst enemy cannot
charge him with sordid motives.
The remainder of the day was spent
in perfecting and signing bills. In the
evening Mr.. Bowlcs introduced a reso-
luton complimenting George Gala
Esq, for his efficient duties as Acting
Capitol Commissioner. 1860. This is
queer when George Gallagher, claimed
that his election. was a virtual instruc-
ton by the Legislative Assembly who
elected him, to do nothing. Had Geo.
Gallagher been efficient in doing the
duties prescribed in the law, Mr..
Bowles and the noble young reprcsen-
~tatives from Clark, together with the
whccl-horsc Van, would not eat that
public dinner, to which they arc invited
for gettingabill passed, building Capt.
tol on paper, at the city of Vancouver.
The resolution, caused a scattering.
Your reporter has no knowledgeth that
this very distinguished Legislative body
ever adjourned, except that the law
said they would receive no per diem af-
ter the expiration of the sixty days.
We REPORTER sUMMETH u .YE WHOLE.
Here endeth the prescriptions of
Thurston county and the people in gen.
eral, and Olympia in particular, at least
till next December. REPORTER.
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A PATR1or.-It seems hat Major
Anderson acted without orders in cvac
uating Fort Moultrie, and going to
Sumpter. Sumpter is much the most
secure position, and also commands the
harbor. No vessel can pass in or out
without going under its guns. The
plan of the secessionits was to have
Mai. Anderson with his his handful of
men kept at Fort Moultrie, which was
at the mercy of the mob any time they
saw fit to occupy Sumpter and attack
it. And Buchanan had been frightened
into the infamous scheme. But Mai.
Anderson, like a true soldier, took the
responsibility Of placing the U. s. force
where it could destroy the disunion
mob, instead of being murdered by
them. The disunionists demand now
that Maj. A. shall be ordered back to
Moultrie; but the indignation is so
great that it is doubtful if old Buchan-
an will dare issue the order. And, it
is notccrtain that Maj. Anderson would
obey, if he did.-Satesman.
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*x*Thc hest purifier Of the blood Is Halls S"'
sararilla