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Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-01-30

The peculiarites of the female constitution an
the various trials to which the sex is subjected,
demand an occasional recourse to stimulants. 1t
is important, however, that these shall be of a
the desired end. Hostetter' s Celebrated Stomach
Bitters is the very article Its effects in all cases
of debility are almost magical 1t restores the
tone of the digesive organs infuses fresh vitality
into the whole system aud gives that cheerfulpess
to the temperament, which is the most valuable of
feminine attractions The propretcrs feel fatter-
ed from the fact that m any of the most prominent
medical gentleman in the Union have bestowed
encomiums upon the Bitters the virtues of which
they have frequently tested and acknowledged
There numerous counterfeits offered for SALE
all of which are destitute of merit, and positive
ly injurious to the system.
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Ot e D.:

On the Oath January, of typhoid fever, JOHN
WELD, JR., of Beccaria township, in the 46th
year of his age.
On Oath January, of diptheria, SAMUEL, son
Of Samuel and Eliza Schaffner, OF Lawrence
township, in the 7th year OF his age. On the
2Sth, MARY, daughter of the same parents,
aged years, months and days.
On the 2Sth, JOHN DILLON, SR., of Beccaria
township, at an advanced age.
In Lawrence township, on the 10th inst, of
diptheria LORENZO Dow, son Of VIM. and Al
bina Mapes aged years months & 26 days.
On the 25th, CAEsER POTTER, (colored) of
Bradford township, at an advanced age.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-01-30

hiooks now as If the proposition of Mr.. Ad-
aus, or that of Mr.. Rice, might be adopted by
,v;ongress. Mr.. Adams provides, by constitu-
rsoaai r0 amendment, against any future interfe-
rence with slavery in the States, without the
eOasent of the States wherein the institution
ISIS, and after the admission of Kansas, to
- unit N ew Mexico, with or without slavery,
= ,sa ner people may elect. Mr.. Rice's PROPOSE
Ju, We are not mistaken, differs from Mr..
asns' IN this, that all the territory outside
y Aahsa, shall be admitted as two States.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-01-30
HARTSWICK'S
.DRU G. & VAR I ET Y
& tn q u lr
MARKET STREET, NEARLY OPPOSITE ,Afl
s T o r Il.

: The undersigned viii have constantly on han
we'll selected stoak of Drugs. Chemicals Dyc
Stus, Oils, Paints, Varnishes, Tobacco and Segars
Stationary, Perfumery, Brushes, and Fancy arti-
cles, which he will dispose of cheap for cash.
He invites the pnblfc to call and examine hi,
stock of goods before purchasing elsewhere.
Country Physicians furnished with Drugs, Med
icines, and Surgical Instruments at the most rea-
sonable rates. j. G. .HARTSwICK.
Ciearheld. Pa. December II, 1880.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-01-30

YCousrY FIsAScEs.-We lay before our reaa, !,
ers to-day the statement OF the heceip.s anu ~.
Expenditures OF Gesre,d County ag[ng ia
Ipah;i;ties paI are Sll, ,1O4 80; amount due county
.rom all sources, 81 1888 10; making the appa-
INF indebtedness of the county, So, PIG ~.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-01-30

Church DEDIcArIoN.-By Divine permission
.he new NJ. E. church on the River, 8 miles a
hove tho mouth of Chest creek. viii be dedica-
,od 70 the worship of Almighty God, on Sum
- Feb. 10th. The services of Rev. Thomas
Rsynhart and Rev. Henry Wilson are expected
pnhIc worship to commence about 10 O'Clock
AN. All are invited. E. w. KIRBY, Pastor.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-01-30
THE JOURNAL.
cLEARFIELD, Pa, JAN. 80, lsel.

p,n,r soc1ErY.-Thc meeting OF the County
D;pie Society held during last Court week at
,hs office of Jas. Wrigley, Esq, was adjourned
u .nI ,sct in the Methodist church next Friday
evening, lst Feb'y. Election OF officers ana
o1ne' j. r. Focnr, Sec'y.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-01-30
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 +. Irwin.
They inform their customers and the public in
general that they have received from the East and
pen-d at the old stand large and varied stock Of
SPRING AND SUMMER
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 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 reasonable terms as you
can procure them elsewhere. Give us a trial
~ JOHN IRWIN,
May 30, 1860. JERRED F. IRWIN
n B. Persons indebted to the old firm are re-
quested to call and settle may 80
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disease, COLI settles here M the body anA OBJ
strrfcs It's functions These, IL not relieved,
react upon themselves and the surrounding organs, pro-
dpcirg general aggravation, suffering. and dscasc.
While in ts son,itioi, oppressed by the ,lcrnng-ucnts.
take ayers riffs and how directly they restore the
natural action of tho system, with it the Lfcyans
feeling of health a,if. What is trc ap apyrrrnt in
this trivial aud common complaint, Is also ssse IN isafy
of the dee-seated and dangerous serrrrss The
purgatve effect expcls tmn. Carse y siIfhr oi~truo-
tns and arrangements of the natural functions 81 thc
boly tey rapidly, and many OF them surely, cure
y the same None who know tie writes 81 fhe.o
Pills will neglect employ them wicn suffering from
the disorders .lisy
Staen-nts from leading rhyscians in some 81 the
principal cities aud from other well Known public per
From EnrrI,fing Merchant + y. Lo'fs, Ft; :. lsh'
On. AVER: Your Pills the paragon OF All that Is
great i'm mccine They have cured my little daughter
ucerois upon her hands and feet that bad proved
incr,lle for years. Ior mother has been long Si-r
uisly afflicted with bloches ai, pimplrs der skin and
in her hair After Child Cured she Also tried
your Pills, and they have cured her.
MuHCRTI;R
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AS a Family Physic:

From Dy. y. ". CuJt'crigh, Arfc Oifans-
Your Pills the prince of purges. Their excellent
qualities surpass any cafliartic possess They
nl but very certain and cectual in their action on the
howes which makes them Invaluable to us In the daily
of disease.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-01-30
a Y ER'S
CATHARTI
PILLS..

Are you sick. kcbIe, and
complaining, Ef'e goa out OF
order, Win your fystem de-
ranged. ssfd yonr feG.sgs up-
comfortable, These symp-
toms are often the prelude Co
serious iliness. Sor;se lit Of
sickness is creeping nrs.n you.
aud should be avert-,i by ,
timely use Of the right rem
c,ly. Take Ayers Pix, and
Cleanse out the dhofacseS hn-
parity the blood, snsi
bet the nui.la move os raot-
strncted in lscsah Agaiu-
They stinsusrfe fhc fine Hosx
CT tho BODY irseo sisorcas NO
sisHy. Suriss ths SJssen, frous
4 i a
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-01-30

Fvrvpr.1sxEST.-The ladies composing the
.;na Society Of the M. E. Church in this
,I,ce. will expose the articles they have man.
pptactnredfwith refreshments, confessions, &c.)
70 sale. on Thursday evening the 7th February,
1861. in the Church. The public are respect-
fnlly invited to participate in the entertain
ment. The proceeds are designed to assist in
the erection of a new church edifice as the
lots are already purchased for that purpose.
The tickets of admission will be ten cents.
To commence at half past six O'Clock.
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Headache, e,slekuead.che FonI stonissh n.


DEAR ilRo. AyEK: cannot you ,rltd complaints
have carei with Pills better than oil sat
treat ,oin lnuydtre medicine place great dspei,
dence eectual catartic In my daily contest with
disease, and believing do that your Fills afford the
best we have, [ Of course value them highly.
PTTrsBuR0 Pa. Nav J. 1855.
DR.. ]. c. AYR. Sir: have been repeatedly cured q
the worst hesriaehs any hody have by dose two
Of your Pills. Jt TO arise from foul gtonsscb,
which they cleanse at
Yours with great respect, Ed. W. PREBLY,
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Ffon Or. 77tcodore BcN, IF Nsic FORK Cty.
Not only your Pills admirably adapted to tker rnr-
pas- al,ereut, hut find their beneficial efctf sren
the Liver very marked indeed They hsys in my prac
tice proved enectual for the of soAs
r',rttts than any rcncly nentIs sinccr-y
rejoice that have at length purgativs which
thy the confidence OF The profession and tho people.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-01-30

Mr.. EDITOR In the Revised Penal Code, Chap.
". Sec. Ga, win be found the following:
off any Cashier of any Bank of this Common
monwealth shall engage directly indirectly in
the purchase sale of stock any other profess
sion. occupation calling, other than that of his
duty as cashier. he shall be guilty of a misdemea-
nor and being thereof convicted, shall be senten-
ced TO pay fine not exceeding fcehmndred dollars.
Those who think that banking is such easy
and lucrative business, may not be aware that it,
like every other profession calling, has its in
convenieeces 1t may be. and doubt is, pleas
ant to stand behind counter and hand out the
shfners to those who may comply with the rigid
bylaws of the institution, but when see that a
man is strictly prohibited from engaging in any
other business directiy or indir ecty, the posi-
tion loses part of its pleasantness. To be CASH
ier of bank, involves reatresponsibiity.w while
it completely ties mans hands. holding him to
his duties an officer. and preventing him under
a penalty of five hundred dollars from engaging
or being engaged in any other business. Itshould,
under such restrictions be, not only pleasant but
pay well. As it is possible that this is not always
tho case, ought not this restriction be somewhat
modified JrNiCs
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-01-30
Dysentery, Diarrhea, Relax, Worn

F'om DF. J. G. Green, of CNic6t1D.
Yonr Pills have had long trial in my practice, and
hold ten I'm esfee.p OF the best acrients nv
found Their Alternative effect upon The liver Ike
them excellent remedy, when given IN xail loses
bilious dysentery and didr,hod. Their srgar-cosins
makes them very acceptable and convenient for the Us,
of wouicn aud Children
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-01-30
Consttpn tion, CostIvsness, Suppression
Rheumattsn, Gout, Neuralgia, Drop
sy, ParaIys Fits. etc.

FROM Dr y 4. Taughli, NonfTet'I Ca'aa''a.
Too much cannot he said Of your pis for the
costrencss. Ifoers of our fraternity have fbnnd fie
efcacfons rs have, they should Join Ia proclaim
ing it for the benefit of the mnltitRdes who suffer from
that complaint, which, althonsh bad enough IN ITSELF
the progenor of others that are believe cos
hreess to originate In the liver but your Pills affect tina
organ and cure the disease
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DkPARTaEsT or TIE INTERIOR,
~ Mashiuyfau- n e. rfi., Feh 1R5f.

u Washhgtat, u. c, III, Feb, 1856. I
SIR: have used yenr Pills in my general and Hospital
Practice since you made them aud caiot hesitate
say they the best rnhartic employ. TEeir r~eu-
lating action the liver is quick and decided
quently they admirable remedy for derange
of that organ Indeed, havc seldom found n care
bilious disease obstinate that it did not eily yield
them. trnternally yours, ALONZO ,BAEI, NJ. d.,
JHusiciau nj the Mfyiue Tf,sr,ityy
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-01-30

A meeting. of the Executive Committee of
the Clearfield Agricultural Society was held
at their Office in Clearfield Borough, on Satur-
day the 26th January, Richard Shaw, John
McGaughey, Josiah r. Reed. and G. R. Bar
rett being present. On motson, Hon. Richard
Shaw was elected chairman. The resignation
of Isaac Johnston as Treasurer having been re-
ceived and accepted, it was -
Rssolred, That James Wrigley be and he is
hereby elected Treasurer of the Cleaiaeld
County Agricultural Society for the present
year i'm the room of Isaac Johnston resigned. :
Resolred, That Jonathan Boynton, Gen.
John Patton and F. G.. Miller, be and they
are hereby invited to meet with the Execu-
tive Committee, at all of their special meet
ings, and to take part in the preparations for
the next Fair. -
Resoired, That Mrs. Rachael Reed be and
she is hereby made an Honorary life member
OF the Society, and the President and Secre-
tary are authorized to present her with GER
tificate of the same. d. f. ETzwEILER, Sec.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-01-30

NEW LODGE OF l. O.. OF o. F.-On Thursday
last, Jan. oath, New Washington Lodge No.
567 of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows
was regularly organized at New Washington.
in this county, under direction of D. D. &. M.
John McGaughey, of CleartseM borough. The
officers OF the new lodge are james Savage,
Nc; John Rose, V. G.; Adam Breth, Trea-
surer James Dowler, Sec'y Edward Smith,
Ast. Sec'y. Upwards Of fifty brethren were
present, procession was fcrned and marched
toathe public school house, where short ad-
dress was delivered By j. T.. Cutie, Esq.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-01-30

A LARGE stock of Queensware, Earthen and
N Stone Ware of all kinds Also, Cedar and
Willow Ware at REED, WEAVER 4 Co.'S.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-01-30
Dyspepsla, Imparity Of the BLOOD.

From, Rer. J. Y Uinie Pastor of Adrent Church, B,ss,.
I4,. AVER. have used yonr Pills with extraordinary
success ia family and mniong those called TO visit
in distress. To regulate the organs of digestion and
purify the blood, they the very best remedy have
ever known, aud can confidently recommend them
my friends. Yours, J. E.I1TsrES.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-01-30

GARPETS. Drugget, Carpet chain, Bags and Bag
" ging curled Hair, &C., at the store of
septI9 REED, WEAVER Co.
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WARSAW, Wyoming Co, n, Y, Oct. ~, 1855.
DEsn SIR nsing yor Cathartic Pills in nay irac-
tice and find them excellent pugaiiye cleanse tho
system aud purify the fsni'',iiis ~ The blond.
JOHN O.. AfEACHAN NIB.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1861-01-30

aFr Most Of the Pills In market eoutsiu, ysrour
which, although a vainsble remedy in skafuI hands,
quences that frequently follow its ineautios use. The
contain no mercury mineral Substance whatever.
Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1861-04-09
puRI1c MEETING AT oURpsvILLE.

large and enthusiastic meeting Of the citizens Oh
Curdsye and the vicinity, was convened a. tnat place.
on Monday the lst Of April for the purpose OF raising
secession pole and expressing their detcstauon AZ the
nrcrstinaton and submission arrogance and tyranny
which has been the policy of the OF the present
State Convention Col James II. Grigg, ST., was called
10 the Chair and William s. Wise appointed Secretary
Several speeches. burning with the true fire, were de'
ercd everything tending to secession without delay
The orators declared their love for this, their native
state blu. clearly showed that longer alliance with
Northern hypocrisy deception and vilaiuy would only
rebound TO our eternal namy and disgrace The follow
ing gentlemen were appointed committee to craft res
oluiions:
Dr.. W. j. Eppes Col. E W. Hubbard, Col J. L. Hub
bard T. G. REYNOLDS and Fl. O. Thornton, who alter re-
firing consulted and reported the following preamble and
resolutions:
Pbsreas. we regard the action Of the Convention Of
Virginia as in derogaon of the interest and honor OF
the State aud paltering with the just expeca-
tons of the people and being opposed 10 Border
State Convention and coincdng entirely IN opinion win
our representative Col. w. W. Forbes, for immediate
secession do earnestly urge upon him to do all in his
power to have the question Of secession submitted TO the
neoue and that he oppose in every way possible the
absurd and dangerous policy OF Border State Conven-
Tim because we regard il but the last resort OF those
,r6o mould baselv dsiiger VrgnG bound hand dndtoot
to the tender naercies of her enemies Therefore
Resolped That we are for immediate secession from
union with the North and Tor immediate union Win TIC
Southern Confederacy.
Resopcd That the proceedings of this meeting be FOR
w.rei TO our representative and by him be laid before
the Convention.
Resolved That we are opposed to the Convention Ia
king recess but that they act finally and go nome as
private citizens
the Farmy,e Journal and Richmond papers for pubica-
tion, JAS. II. GRIGG, Chm.
W WISE Sec'y.
Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1861-04-09
FROM PENSACOLA.
The Pensacola Gazette Of the a say:

The Pensacola 1azette o. the ~ says:
The arrival OF many troops in our midst certainly
looks squaly, while there are great many more en-
route Many Of these have already arrived at Mobile
principally from hisisspp-ls many as 400 arriving on
Friday and 400 on Saturday None of the Mississippi
companies have yet reached Pensacola II will be seen
by Gov. Pettus proclamation that requison for fifteen
hundred men has been msdO upon that gallant State
We suppose that the other States of the Conederacy will
furnish their quotas Indeed have beard il stated
that Alabsma aud Louisiana would furnish 500 men
each, Georgia 2000 South Carolina and Texas !, 900
each, and our little State Of Florida 500 men. A
pretty respectable force, for any emergency.
The sngushed feature of the Confederate Army will
be the Battalion, the FIRST company Of which,
under command Of Captain A Coppens arrived at Bar
ranoas Saturday morning, and more Of them ex.
pected. Their appearance created considerable of a
sensation among the troops at the Brracks as they no
doub. would produce they to make their appearance
In our streets The Battalion Is being rapidly recruited
in New Orleans and will contain many OF the vertabe
Zouaves that figured In the Crmeau Campaign.
Shot and shell, and large quantities of provisions are
being concentrated at this point
The sand batteries being rapidly pushed forward
and new ones rapidly thrown up at every available point
Nothing is being left undone by the powers that be to
conquer peace"
In the meantime all eyes tufned towards Washing
tor aaxousy awaiting Abrshams first move in he great
game OF diplomacy. We feel every confidence 10 the
GOODNESS and skill Of our Southern players and would
bet our "boitom dollar" they chsckmate the old "R,l'
gplittsr,n
Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1861-04-09

A Washington dispatch, from Republican source,
last Saturday says
The Pawuee ! # the Navy-Yard to-day, attracting
g5,a, attention, aud Witnessed by large OF
people Her orders will be- taken 10 Norfolk after the
Interview with Lieutenant Talbot who arrived ths even
ug from Charleston with dispatches from Major Auder-
sou. Lieut. went Immediately 20 the War Department;
then 70 the President with whom lie II. The Paw
nee sailed light, and will receive provisions men, etc
With orders at Norfolk Orders have been been sent TO
Boston Today for the Mississippi TO get ready for sea-
Col Abert long the head OF the Typographical board
OF engineers OF Of infrmty has been relieved
b, Galor Hartman Blche
The yirginiaps-Segar, Bolts, Chandler and others
have been with the President again. protesting against
war policy. The Cabinet meeting continued until nearly
one O'Clock this morning
Tho mission OF the twenty-five carpenters at ave aoi-
hrs per day, all single men, to cy, each
armed With Ratchet and saw UrOaCl much discussion.
They supposed be part of the sappeIs aud nj
ners whom hey mpany. These facts and the noto-
ogs forward movements towards Pensacola sure in
dlcatioas II IN approaching collision. The southern
commissioners nave te.egaphcd TO Jefferson Davis ito
prepare for war" The they received was I'VE
are ready, let GOMEZ" The administration believe that
the border slave States will remain in the Union
shcrJ OF compromises which cannot be granted without
running the republican party and weakening the free
States. These compromises, therefore, cannot and will
not be granted and the States will ultimately leave the
Union aud join the Southern Cogiede sSy il is idle
tempt them at the cost Of great party res
possibility Their demands regarded by Mr. Lincoln
100 great for the North to hsed It is therefore Mr.
Ljucol purpose ito hold possess epd occupy the
forts proclaimed in part OF his inaugural address
II collisions occur on landing men and provisions at
Fort Pickeus the South will inaugurate the war, which
the administration will then main ain until matters cul-
inmate in peace by nal recognition of southern indie
peudence through treaty Of peace. The Secretary of
the Treasury denies that be deceived any body regard
to the loln or avowed any particular peace policy On
the contrary be told Of the loan takers that brush
was possible.
Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1861-04-09

ALLEGED FORGERY oP VIRGINIA STATE BoSns The
arrest of man named Elliott, in New York, charged
with forgery, announced on Moudly. The Tribune
says
IL appears that about three weeks since, the prisoner
then in Washington, sent TO Messrs Lyermore Cews
Mason, brokers' at No. ~ Wall street. some Virginia
State bonds to negotiate This done and the money
duly forwarded to Elliott. few DAYS since the same
firm received 81 900 worth of d from the person
with orders to proceeds Arising from their sale sub.
oct TO the order OF Elliott These latter drafts presented
suspicious appearance and OH being compared with gen.
unc Virginia bonds various banks they pronounc.
oil torgeres. Ga Saturday Livermore, Clews a.
Mason received draft from Elliott for 900 on account
OF these bonds This draft they refused 10 honor but
alleged some informaty, and Immediately notified the
detective police. Shortly aiterward Mr.. Elliott present.
ed himself at the oicc of Messrs Liyermore x Co. and
expressed great indignation that his draft had not been
paid. He was Immediately taken into custody by the
above officers TIE forged drafts at first sight, strongly
resemble the genuine but comparison with them soon
renders the fraud apparent.
Tho forged bonds aye Autographed, neatly executed,
but LACKING the color OF the geri..J, which sre quite
black The paper is Of poorer quality, and the sigma
ture, W. r. Drinkard, ia the coupons, differs materially
from that gcnemans handwriting These orgeries are
dated Richmond, Va, July J. 1851" and are made
payable in this CITY, It ID supposed that grea. quantity
of them have been circulated The prisoner for warded
to Messrs Livermore Clews Mason several letters from
Washington. IN which he was introduced "a R. N Bar
bour On being arrested, he gave his nam. rs Elliott
aud persists in calling himself by th name He says
that he received the bonds from perfectly responsible
persons supposing them to be genuine. lie disclaims
any feoniols intention and asserts his ability TO proye
his entire innocence Of the transaction,