davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1861-03-23

NEW GOoDs 1T THoExEs-The announce
ment that a new stock Of clothing has
been received at Thorne's viii cause rush
in that direction of all that class Of young
gents who never buy even a cravat but
they feel sure Of getting the best article in
the City. We expect to see a dozen OF
new coats, in the latest style, at church
next Sunday-all, ofcourse, from Thornes.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1861-03-23

PEorLE's CHEAP SToRE-IIAREY CLARK
has returned from the east and is now re
ceiying his purchases for the Spring trade
He says there never was 4 time when
goods could be purchased at svch low
prices in New y ork, and he VIII nave pat
terms to show the ladies that viii entrance
them, at prices unheard of for cheapness.
Let them not fail to call at once.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1861-03-23
INSURANCE department..
CUS..tlAN. TRUE - Co..
b y Y X . + O I 7 \ w y

Is y y ~ . l. q L l y w y,
AGENTS FOR TIE
RrNA FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY,
or Hartford, Conn.
NIAGARA FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY,
New York City.
AMERICAN EXCHANGE FIRE INSURANCE CO.,
Nes York City.
NORTH AMERICAN FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY,
Hartford, Conn.
CITY FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY,
New Haven, Conn.
HOME FIRE (PAETICIPATING) INSURANCE CO,
New haven, Conn
NORTHWESTERN FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY,
Oswego y.
ILLINOIS MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY
Alton. III.
LA SALE COUNTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO =,
ottawa. II.
CONNECTICUT MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE CO.,
Hartford, Conn.
MUTUAL BENEFIT LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY,
Newark, y. J.
Ottawa, January l., 1s6i.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1861-03-23
THE CITY EANK.
Bank Of 8 Itawa:
CT SJE VI An. 'r'fs a. T. &, co

OPEN from O'Clock 4. IL 10 ~: O'Clock r. u
EXCHANGE Chicago and Eastern Cities bought
and sold.
Interest allowed on time depoSi;es.
Gold and Silver bought and sold.
Collections al parts OF the State, and promptly
RENTED the day Of payment, current of
hanre. imar2ll
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1861-03-23

A SIGNIFICANT INDIcATIoN.-A gentleman
residing in Iowa informs the editor of the
Utica Herald that the land offices in diff
ferent sections of the West are flooded
with applications for information from
Southern people. These applications are
generally made in writing, and refer to
the state of affairs existing in the South
as rendering emigration to the North de-
sirable. Many of these applications come
from as far South as Texas and Louisiana.
The fact Is, the reign of terror" prevail
ing IN the Cotton States must ere long
drive tens Of thousands of the best inha-
bitants away
FIXTURE THAT Is A FALURE.-The Euro
pean steamer brings us the news of the
failure OF NJ Mires, a great French CAPT
tallst and Speculation 1t is fearful crash
and the amount is currently stated at 600,
100000 francs, or $l20, 100000.
OTTAWA WHOLESALE MARKET.
TTAwa, March b. 1861.
Flow-Winter wheat, ~. 75a3 pr loo; spring "
extra s.. 25a2 SO; spring fine 200.
Corn Wedi-5Da75c pr. 100.
Jhedt-Winter SOa90c; spring, 75asO
Corn-New shelIed, 22c for 6Olbs; eaI 22c IS lbs.
Oats--l5ic for 81 lbs.
Ba,tey-25c for As lbs.
Rge--40c.
IntothY .>eed-S925.
PotdtOeS-l5a20c p. bush.
EgdS-7c.
Buttey-l2al3c.
Caif SIiHS-Sc.
dressed UagS-!5.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1861-03-23

Read the advertisement in another CO.
lunn, headed valuable Work for Far
mers.'
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1861-03-23
1850. LIVE &LET LIVE! 1860,

Ejrst returned 4 ON the East with large stsck
OF seassnabis Goods purchased At very Low figures,
respectfully invite friends and the public cali
Gnu the goods andearn the prices before pur-
CHASING Ny stock comprises q complete assortment Of
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1861-03-23
The Price in Figures on Goods,

So that the experienced and the inexperienced buyer
are placed equal footing, and the shall faro
Us well as the other. My Goods are Marked Los, and
there will be
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-09-25

The LATE ELECTIoYs.-The election for Gov
ernor and members of the Legislature took
place on Monday week in Maine. Wash
burn, Republican candidate for Governor, has
been reelected by a handsome majority over
the combined vote of Jam ieson and Dana, the
war and peace candidates OF the Democratic
party. The Republican majority in the Leg
isature will be large, though there have been
many Union Dem ocrats returned to the SEN
ate and House. The Union war majority in
the State is set down at sixty thousand. The
Republicans, it will be recollected, offered to
form union with the Democrats, which the
latter refused and, as consequence, the for
mer nominated and elected their own candi-
dates.
The vote in Vermont at the late election,
will stand about as follows: For Mr.. Hol-
brook, the Republican and Union candidate
for Governor, 10000; for Mr.. Tracy (himself
Republican, but nominated by "Union"
gathering,) 1000; for Mr.. Smalley, the regu-
lar Democratic candidate, 5000. Hon. Paul
Dillingham;, first nominated for Governor, but
declined, has been elected Senator by the COM
bned Republican and Democratic Union vote
The Legislature is overwhelmingly Republi-
can and Union.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-09-25
REPUBLICAN, UNION co. TICKET
WHAT JUDGE STORY SAYS.

AS there are different opinions in regard to
what constitutes the true .sfreedom of the
press" it may not be amiss to consult Judge
Story, man as seldom astray in his judicial
decisions, perhaps, as any other jurist, having
had place on the bench. Those in sour
midst" who have of late been harping so
much upon this subject, should read the de-
cision carefully, and perhaps, it may give
them some new ideas upon the subject. The
Judge says:
sThat this amendment was intended to Sc
cure to every citizen an obsoute right to
speak or write or print whatsoever he might
please, without any responsibility, public or
private, therefor, is a supposition too wild to
Be indulged in by any rational man. This would
be to allow to every citizen the right to de-
stroy at his pleasure the reputation, the peace,
the property, and even the personal safety of
every other citizen. A man might, out Of
mere malice and revenge, accuse another Of
the most infamous crimes, might excite a.
gainst him the indignation of all his fellow
citizens by the most atrocious calumnes |;
might disturb, nay, overturn all his domestic
peace, and embitter his parental affections,
might inf1ict the most distressing punshments
upon the weak, the timd, and the innocent,
might prejudice ali mans civil and politi-
cal and private rights and might stir up sedi
fon, rebellion and treason, eren against the
Government Itself, in the ,cdntonness Of his pas
sions, or the corruption Of his heart Civil So
eiety could not go on under such circumstan-
ces. Men would then be obliged to resort to
private vengeance to make up the deficiency of
the law and assassinations and savage cruel
ties would be perpetrated with all the frequen-
cy belonging to barbarous and brutal commu-
mites. 1t is plain, then, that the language of
this amendment imports no more than that
every man has right to speak, write and print
his opinions upon any subject whatever, with
ont any prior restraint, SO always that he does
not injure any other person in his rights, per-
son, property, or reputation; and so always
hqt he does not thereby disturb the public peace
or attempt 10 su6uert the Gouernment.''
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-09-25

The MARYLAND LEGIsLATURE.-During the
last week, United States Marshall and as
sistants, arrested most of the members of the
Maryland Legislature, which was about to as
semble at Frederick. Three-fourths of the
members were secessionists, and they had de-
termined to pass an ordinance of Secession,
but there design were frustrated by the prompt
action of the officers by which Maryland
was saved from being plunged into the gulf
OF Secession, and the Legislature compelled
to adjourn sine die.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-09-25

SERIOUS RAILROAD DIsAsrBR.-The disaster
on the Ohio and Missouri Railroad proves
worse than was at first stated. Four passen-
ger cars were precipitated into the creek, and
ono box and one baggage car fell on the top
of them. About thirty killed have been taken
from the wreck, and more are supposed to be
beneath it. Ninety wounded were sent to
Cincinnati. Tho bridge was sixty feet span
and ten high. There seems to be but little
doubt that the bridge had been tampered with
by malicious or traitorous persons, as it had
been inspected but recently.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-09-25

CRUEL TREATMENT OF UNION PRISONERS BY
THE REBELs.-While the government of the
the United States are doing the very best they
can, under the rules of the war, to take care
of and protect the health of the rebe prisoners
now in their possession, JEFF. Davis or Beau
regard, or johnson, or all of them, have sent
our prisoners to Castle Pinckney, the nearest
fort to the city of Charleston, South Carolina,
where fever prevails extensively at this season
OF the year. If our officers whom they have
taken prisoners and confined in Castle Pluck
ney survive the present season, it will be con.
trary to the we'll known theory of Southerners,
for they have always asserted, as a reason why
slave labor must be employed, that Northern.
ers could not survive the malaria and fevers
that prevail in that section. The rebels may
suppose that the confinement of officers of the
Union army in Charleston may prove protec-
ton to the place. We shall see.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-09-25

ALL IN NUT SHELL.-The Cincinnati Com
mertial says: ssThe men from whom we have
heard the loudest praises of the Fremont proc
lamation are democrats and Kentuckians.
They say it is all right. It don't free any
body's negroes but those of traitors, and are
we to suppose that General is to take careiof
an enemy's negroes tor him General Fre-
mont has simply refused to enter into the ne
gro trade. As the shortest way Of managing
contraband negroes, he turns them loose to
shift for themselves. He don't undertake to
sell them for the benefit of the United States,
or to feed them at the expense Of the govern
ment. II this is radical it is case Of radi-
cal common sense.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-09-25

DEFENDING PHILADELPHIA.-The Chicago
Tribune has the following sharp paragraph ::
ssJt may not be generally known, but it is true,
that the Government has peremptorlv ordered
six thousand well armed troops from Fremont's
Department to Washington. In view of the
work that is laid out for the West to accom-
plish, this is hardly fair. If the West is to do
all the fighting in this war, We insist that New
York and Pennsylvania shall stand aside, and
that the contract, with suitable compensa
tipn. shall at once be awarded to the seven
States that are now pouring out their full quo
ia of loyal fighting men. If this Is not done,
is it not time that drafting in the East was
commenced!''
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-09-25

an examination of my stock and prices ron Ser
intending to purchase, as am enabled !"
them very desirable inducements -. and
All my Furs have been purchased for casn' .Dd
made by experienced and competent manu-, .c,,-
as the present monetary troubles render 80,
sary that I should dispose of my goods ~
small advance on cost ,. Of
lam satisfied that it will be to the in'ore ali
those who design purchasing, to give me Jobp
EY-Recollect, the name, number ana s.iI ps;,s5s.
Fareira New Fur Store,l us Arch Street. fn"'-
Sent IL IS5I-5mo.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-09-25
THE PUBLIC PLATFORM.

Whereas, wide spread rebellion exists
which has for its object the dismembe rment
of our glorious Union; and the Democratic
party of Clearfield county, having assembled
in Mass Convention to express their views
touching the present condition of the country
Bel Resolved, That the history of the coun-
try is the history of the Democratic party that
as in the past, the Democratic party has
ever zeaously and actively supported the
powers that be in maintaining the nationa
honor, and defending the symbol of our ma
tionality, so in the present and in the future
when stout hearts and willing hands are need
ed, the Democracy will cordially give to any
administration all the moral, material and
physical force necessary to crush rebellion, to
resist invasion, or to wipe ont any indignty
which may be offered to the Nation.
Resolped. That we will stand by the present
Administration and aid it in all legitimate
measures whilst its objects may be the preser-
vation of the Union, the enforcement of the
laws, and the maintenance of the Constitu-
tional rights of the people, but will not coun-
tesance any effort to destroy the institutions
of any section of our common country.
RESOLVED, That the Democratic party have
ever held that the Constitution, with the laws
and treaties made in pursuance thereof, con-
stitute the Supreme law of the land; and we
deny that the right exists in any State to Sc
cede from the Union, or to nulify the laws
thereof.
Resolred, That this is no time for dissensions, s,
ordinations, or useless discussions as to the
origin of the war, or where the responsibility
rests; that rebellion exists, and all sh ould
strive to bring about such speedy and hon.
orable adjustment of our difficulties as will
make US again happy, great and united people.
Resolved, That inasmuch such state of
affairs as the present was never anticipated,
and no provision exists which enables the
President, or any other power in our govern
ment, to propose terms or adjust difficulties,
and as this may cause the war to be prolonged
and the bitterness and horrors thereof increas-
ed and since National Convention is the
only competent authority to adjust differences
between the States, we are in favor OF early
provision being made for the call of such n
Convention that thereby prompt and lasting
peace may be made.
Resolved, That whilst we think the condition
of the country may demand extreme and IN
accustomed measures, yet we regard any at
tempt to control freedom of speech and free
dom of the press, dangerous experiment.
Error may be preached with impunity, if truth
is left free to combat it.
Resolped, That so much or the reso lutions
passed at the st. Mary's conference as con-
lict withe tn above expressions of opinion,
do not reflect the views of the Democracy of
Clearfield county and we disavow and refuse to
be held responsible therefor
Resoiced That the Chairman of the Standing
Committee inform the candidates in the coun-
ty and the District of the action of this meet
ing and request response.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-09-25
TRUE PRIVATE PLATFORM OF THE DEMOCRACY

Book Democracy making
huryip
are
and
o
manydi
public
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-09-25

The MEN WITH AUaERs.-Hon. Joseph Holt
in his recent speech at Boston, says :-"One
of the most fearful obstacles which has been
encountered in the prosecution of this war is
the disloyalty in our midst. This is true of
Washington and the border States, but it is
in degree prevalent everywhere, and to this
is due much of the encouragement under
which the nation is suffering. The country is
rejoicing now at the measures which the Pres
ident is taking to subdue this fruitful source of
wickedess and defeat. 1t is vain to expect men
to work at the pumps while men with augers
are on board the ship of State, and arc con-
stantIy boring holes in her bottom.''
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-09-25
MO. 2 WAKE UPLTbsnna.-.--

NO. 2. WAKE UP The under,i,,..
IN respectfully inform the citizens - 1s,l go SoaA
and vicinity that he continues to DO al itsafas!
heat On S shSEt Sbon notice and n the
Hall. Edge tools of all kinds made a. ae tOss
in the best manner, and warranted 70 ares.sd
satisfaction. The puolic will remer f.,s f ea'irs
am not in the habit of turning off ob. " tAa'
of not being able to do them All ssE uS.os,
and then the public may judge of the va ~ .'la
Town Hall. IsNrSu =: IL
Clearfeld Pa August Il. 1861. 'ff
N. b. Any jobs that Mr. Passmore eoAn.,
cute, will be done on very short notice '' IL
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-09-25
EyoR sALEoRREYT

'oK SALE OR KENT.-A snail f.,n -
tanning 40 acres Of land. II Of which ;ll CT.
and under good fence and kayins ,tasl clear,
house, stable, and other on. b5iIa;rA plals
young orchard and good spring Of va,ss., viii 4
This property is situated in Guefichto,sst sefso,
two miles from Janesyille and With 80 -sb1-.
OF steam saw-mill, where timber eap ~ n.
on the shares For terms apply to DAVInS Se Ss5 ,1ss5
Guelich township, Sept &, lssl.stn SUVIT
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-09-25

The steamer North Star has arrived at New
York from AspinwaIl, bringing $3.50, 600 in
treasure from California.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-09-25

Mr.. Stamford, Republican, has been elect
ed Governor of California by large MAORI
ty. The State is overwhelmingly Union.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-09-25

STRAYED.-Strayed away from the subscri-
~ ber in Clearfeld borough, on Saturday the
18th instant, Red Cow, about q years old. Any
information to her whereabouts will be thank
fully received, and the informant literally re-
warded. JOHN GUELICH
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-09-25

was hiaue up.-CD.J
CLEARFIELD, Oath SEPT, 1861.
GENTLEMEN Your letter requesting me to
be a candidate for the Office of District Attor-
ney at the approaching election, is before me.
Although l have heretofore taken somewhat
active part in politics, have never been
candidate for Office, and now, after have in a
great measure retired from the political arena,
it is with considerable reluctance L yield to
your request and the solicitation of friends, to
permit my name to be used as you desire. In a
pecunary point of view, the office would be
a disadvantage to me, for it must be evident,
that the defence of comparatively few Grim
inals would yield more than the entire revenue
from the fees fixed by law for the prosecution
of the whole; and were there no other con-
sideration l should unhesitatingly decline
your flattering request. But, (without wishing
to detract from the gentlemen who have here
tofore held the office,) l have not been blind
to the fact that reform is much needed in
the prosecution of crime in county, and if
my fellow citizens think it in my power to
establish that reform, would be derelect in
duty, as an inhabitant of your county, did
refuse to manifest my Willingness to make the
effort. If, therefore, the people see proper to
place me in that position, i. will be my duty,
as it shall be my pleasure, to serve them to
the best of my ability. and could be able,
by a jealous and faithful discharge of the du-
ties of the office, to diminish the criminal
business with which the time of our court has
been almost exclusively occuped-refecting
discredit upon our community and involving
our county in great eXpense-I would be
amply repaid for any time and labor il might
cost me. With my grateful thanks for this
manifestation of your esteem and confidence,
L remain Yours truly, H. B. SwooPE.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-09-25

The Argonout, an English vessel from Nova
Scotia, laden with fish and salt, ran into Hat
teras inlet. and was secured as prize.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-09-25

American farmers have already received
something like $4,000, 600 from England for
breadstuffs this year.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-09-25
1 DMINIsTR4T 4Toe,s xor,cr

= 4 n OF Administration on the s,i'.i.e,,s-,
brown late of Huston township. CIea,s.S,l, ~ Aust,
"a, having been granted to he n,iaio aeio eouu',
persons indebted TO said estate 50 sned
make immediate payment and thosc h,' 91eslet b
against the same will present them s', claus
ucated Tor settlement. J0HNM MAOiT,,9SS5ies,
August 7, .-6t. sICABER
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-09-25

WHAT NExr.-The editors of the Breckin-
ridge organ in this place, on the 9th of May
last tried to conuict us Of "Treason," and on
the 18th OF May of ssMisprison of Treason ~
and now, on the 18th Of September, of being
a "Secessionist.'
Truly, that ponderous si1-shooter is posses
sed Of much legal sharpness. If these Breck-
inridge leaders would convince the public
that they are true and loyal to the Union,
they would be entitled to much more credit
than they now are. We need no special
pleading in our behaK
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-09-25
NEW ADVERTISEMENTS.

t7I large type ctS or ont OF usual
style eacH be charged double price for space occpied
To insure attention, the CASH must accompa-
ny notices, as follows All Cautions with 81 /;
Strays, 81; Auditors notices, S1,50; Admins
traitors and Executors notices, 81 so, each and
all other transient Notices at the same rates.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-09-25

Drafting for the army was to commence at
Chicago on Monday last.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-09-25
r AIDES ONE PRICE FANCY FrH

- - Il OAsAl .-JOIl ~ Il
REIRA, No. 7I8 Arch Sire
between 7th i sth Streets,
Philadelphia. (late of sls
Market street,) Importer,
Manufacturer of, and Deal
er in all kinds of FANCY
FURS, for Ladies Misses
and Chiidreu's War.
Having now manufactur-
ed and in store my usual
large and beautiful assort-
ment of all the various
styles and qualities OF Furs,
adapted 10 the coming Fall
and Winter Seasons. L
WOuld respectfullv invite
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-09-25
DISTRICT ATTORNEY.

BY reference to the correspondence in an-
other column, 1t will be seen that II. b.
Swoope, Esq, has consented, in compliance
with the request of large number of his fell
low citizens to be a candidate for the office of
District Attorney. We are glad he has done
so, for a change in the cid custom of giving
this Office to the youngest member of the Bar,
as a sort Of bonus, by which he is to be paid
for learning his profession at the expense of
the people, is much needed. 1t is not to be
disguised that, by reason of the manner in
which tie duties Of this office have often been
discharged, crime is on the increase in our
county, and that if it was in the hands of an
experienced lawyer, who would prosecute
with energy, our Court would soon be relieved
of it's long calender of criminal cases, which
occupies its time to the exclusion of other
business. We are aware that there has been
growing dissatisfaction with this state OF
desire change.
OF Mr.. Test, the candidate nominated by
the Democrats for this position, we desire to
say nothing that would injure him, but we do
not think he has had that experience at the
Bar, which would secure the effectual prose-
cution OF crime. Although often present at
the Courts, we rarely heard him try cause,
and we are not in favor Of entrusting the most
important business of the community-that
which is intended as safe guard and protec-
tion to the lives and property Of the people
to Inexperienced hands.
Whatever else may be said OF Mr.. Swoope,
it cannot be denied that he is good crimi-
nal lawyer, and that if this Office is placed in
such a way as to relieve the county from the
burden it has SO long patiently borne.