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cI1pp1xes AND scn1Bp1Ixes

0ZRates not to be submitted to-Confed-
rates.
~Rations which are very abundant-pre-
parations.
~ro be ahead of time-carry your watch
behind you.
~A sad difference-that between graphic
and telegraphic war news.
@To make nice jam-lay your head un j.
der descending pile driver.
GVAssdown east" butcher advertised for an
assistant sswho can make both ends meat
UApt to be tired-soldiers in April, be-
cause they have just gone through march.
purchase some iron because it happened to be
pig.
r"So far so good,'' as the DO. said when
he had finished the first pot of his mothers
jam.
~The cup of fCircc changed men to swine !;
that cup is common now-it contains strong
whiskey.
rsLet the toast be dear woman" as the
boarder said when his land lady was about to
remove the plate.
~An unpoetical Yankey has described
ladies' lips as ''the glowing gateway of beans,
pork and sourkrout." Whe-e-w!
~.sMke, an is it yourself that will be after
tellin' me how to make ice cream!" 'sIn truth
can don't they bake them in cowld ovens,
to be shure 20
~Mike, what kind of potatoes are those
you are planting Raw ones, to be sure.
Be the houl poker and dye think I'd be af
ther planting billed ones 70
GA wag observed to us the other day that
the Cavalry Companies should be filed up.
For, said he. without plenty of cavalry how
can we have a stable government.
CA young lady who had just finished
late novel, which spoke Of Sps nish bellies as
using cigaretts, called at tobaconiyt's store
lately, and inquired, Have you any female
cigars 10
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Seriously w Wounded!!

All the Merchants in the neigh hborhood of Cur
wensville, because have brought on and opened
a large and we'll assorted stock of
NEW GOODS,
which am selling at extremely low prices for
cash. My stock embraces all the variety usually
kept in a country store, and selected with an eye
to suit these
WAR TIM s..
will not here attempt to enumerate all the arti-
cles keep; and their fabulousy low prices
which I might debut after you will have seen
and examined for yourselves. you will exolaim, In
the language ofthe Queen Of the South
HALF HAS NOT BEEN TOLD -
! will merely say, come and see for yourselves,
for feel satisfied that can suit your tastes As
we'll as your purses
Lumber and all kinds Of produce also taken in
exchange for goods. 8sa4
Curwensville. Oct %, 1862. J. F. IRWIN.
c1AIT-a oooa .rt;c1e md v.rv cbaan Mt tb
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A YER-s CATHART1C PILLs.-rhe $

A YER'S CATHART1C PILLS.-The sci
IA ences of Chemistry and Medicine have been
taxed their utmost to produce this best most per-
feet purgative which is known to man. lnnu-
merable proofs shown that these Pills have
virtues which surpass in excellence the ordinary
medicines and that they win unprecedentediy
upon the esteem of all men, They are safe and
pleasant 10 take. but powerful to cure Their PEN
etrating properties stimulate the vital activities
of the body remove the distractions of its organs,
purify the blood and expel disease. They purge
out the foul humors which breed and grow dis
temper. stimulate sluggish disordered organs
into their natural action. and impart healthy tone
with strength to the whole system. Not only do
they cure the everyday complaints of every body
but also formidable and DANCE rous diseases that
have baffied the best of human skill. While they
produce powerful effects, they at the same
time, in diminished doses, the safest and best
physic that can be employed foFchildren Being
sugar-coated, they are pleasant to take and be-
ing purely vegetable. are free from any risk of
harm. Cures have been made which surpass be-
lief were they not substantiated by men of such
exalted position and character as to forbid the
suspicion of untruth. Many emin ent clergym en-
and physicians have lent their names to certify
to the public the reliability of remedies,
while others have sent me the assurance of their
conviction that our Preparations contribute inn
mensely to the relief of my afflicted, suffering fel
low-men.
The Agent below named is pleased to furnish
gratis our American Almanac, containing direc-
tions for the and certificates of their cures of
the following complaints:-
Costiveness, Bilious Complaints, rheumatism,
Dropsy, Heartburn, Headache arising from foul
stomach, Nausea, Indigestion, Morbid Inaction Of
the Bowels and Pain arising therefrom, Flatulen-
oy, Loss Of Appetite, all Diseases which require
an eyacuant medicine. They also, by purifying
the blood and stimulating the system, cure many
complaints which IL would not be supposed they
could reach, such as Deafness, Partial Blindness,
Neuralgia and Nervous Irritability. Derangemen ents
of the Liver and Kidneys Gout. and other kim
dred complaints arising from a low state of the
body or obstruction of its functions.
Do not be put off by unprincipled dealers with
some other pill they make more profit Ask
for Ayers Pills, and take nothing else No 9TH
they can give you compares with this In its
intrinsic value or curative powers. The sick want
the best aid there is for them, aud they should
have it.
Prepared by DR.. j. c. aver 4 Co., LOWELL Mass.
Price 25 cents per box Five boxes for ST.
C. D. Watson. Clearfeld. VIM. Irwin, Curwens-
vile. s. Arnold. Luthsrsburg Elisa Chase, Anson-
vile. J. c. Benner, Morrisdale, c. Il. Foster Phil
ipsharg. and Dealers sverywhere 44
May Z, 1852
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NOTICE.-cLEARFIELD COUNTY,. ss:

NOTICE.--CLEARFI COUNTY, SIS: In
Y the matter of the Estate of William Smith
late of Beecaria township, Cearfeld county decd.
In the Orphans Court of CiearAeId county at
September Term A. d 1852 Respecting the ap-
praisement of property claimed by. and set apart
for the widow. viz Personal property to the a.
mount of SI66,75 and Real Estate containing
about 20 acres more or less appraised at 500, 90,
the Court made the following order
Septem Der 23rd 1852 approved unless excep-
tions be iled on or before the first day of next
term Publication to be made in one newspaper
published in Clearfcld county. for three success
sive weeks. JAMES WRIGLEY
Oct 20. 1882 Clerk O C.
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a ADMINIsTRAroR,s NoT1cE,-Notice

~ is hereby given that Letters of Administra-
tion have been granted to the undersigned on the
estate of VIM. Pennington, late of the United
States Army. decd ALI persons indebted to said
estate are requested to make payment without
delay, and those aving claims against the same
will present them duly authenticated for settle
ment. WILLIAM FEATH,
Aug. IL, 1862 Adm inis. traitor.
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VALUABLE TIMBER LANDS. FoR

me attentlon OF persons deslrOus
OF purchasing valuable Timber Lands is invited
to the following tracts of land situate in Keating
township, Clinton county. Pa, known as the Lo-
raine lands. viz certain tract being No 1859
warranted in the name of Thomas Willing con-
tanning about HOO acres. situate on Birch Island
Run. at the distance of 81 miles from the river,
being we'll timbered with Pine and Oak. Also
another SIN aler tract of land situate at the mouth
of Birch Island Run on the west side of the river
containing 73 acres and allowance and having
good rafting beach thereon. For terms apply to
q. L. REED,
July 80, 1852 J.B GRAHAM. Executors
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SOLDIERS RELIEF.-In pursuance of an in
County of Clearfeld, will be in session on
Tuesday and Wednesday, September 18th and
18th, for the purpose of hearing claims, and
.affording such relief as may be right. Per-
sons Interested will pay particular attention
10 the rules of the Board, (see their advertise
ment in another column,) il they desire to
ave some trouble.
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EHAIRS :! CHAIRS y! CHAIRS ~!
~ NOW Is THE TIME TO BUYmM

The undersigned has now on hand. at his Furni-
ture Rooms on Market ST.. Clearfeld. Pa, q short
distance west of Litz's foundry, large stock of
CHAIRS OF ALL KINDS,
manufactured out of the beet materials finish ed
In very superior manner, and which be will sell
Low FOR CASH. His long experience in the bu
siness makes him feel confident that his chairs are
made in a substantial and workmanIike manner.
and will stand the test of trial Persons wishing
to purchase chairs should call al once nd gel
them while they can be had at the lowest rates
Feb u, 1851. JOHN TROUTMAN
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ROGGs TIP. FARMS FOR sALE.-on,

ROGGS TP. FARMS FOR SALE.-One
- containing ia acres-8a cleared and und er
good fence. log house ~ by 26, plank house is
by ls log barn. smithy and all necessary out bull
dings thereon Large spring and spring house con
venient to house The land is we'll watered and
has sufficient wood and fencing timber There is
an orchard of large grated trees. and young or
chard on place. all choice fruit. 1t is convenient
for pasturing iroves. ALSO, one containing 90 a.
cres-l0 cleared and under fence-balanoe we'll
timbered. This land has log house and stable
thereon. For terms apply to
October 13. L. j. GRAMS CIear6eId
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EXECUTORS NOTfCE.-Notfcs b here
~ by given that Letters Testam entary have
been granted to the undersigned on the estate Of
James Thompson, late Of Chest township, deed.
All persons indebted to said estate are re uested
ing claims against the same will present them
duly authenticated for settlement to
WM FEATH
Burnside township, JAMES McEWEN
Aug. Is. 1852. Executors
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NEW WATCH & JEWELRY STORE
The undersigned having located in the bor-
ough of Clearfeld. (at the shop formerly occupied
py Welch as jewelry shop) are prepared to
The cash will positively be expected when the
work is delivered We are confident that we can
not De excelled by any workmen in town county.
Come one! come all to THE Sign ofthe Big Watch.
april g. 62-1y-pd LAUCHLIN & HOLES
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THAT'S RIGHr.-A young Cincinnati lawyer,
who had been recruiting an infantry company.
sold himself as substitute for drafted man,
hoping to keep his rank and pocket the money
besides. The Governor, however, on learning
the facts, revoked his commission, and so the
speculative genius got into the ranks Is
private.
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THE GLOBE.-THE OFFICIAL PAPER OF
Il CONGRESS.-1he Daily Globe and the Con-
gressional Globe and Appendix will be published
during the next session Of Congress. to convene in
this city the first Monday liz next December.
The Daily Globe will contain full report of
the debates in both branches of Congress; also,
the news of the day, together with such editorial
articles as may be suggested by passing events.
The Congressional Globe and Appendix will
contain report of all the debates of the session.
revised by the speakers, the Messages of the Pres
ident of the United States. the Reports Of the
Heads of the Executive Departments, the Laws
passed during the session, and copious indexes to
ALL They will be printed on double royal sheet
quarto form, each sheet containing sixteen royal
quarto pages.
The Congressional Globe and Appe ndix pass
free through the mails of the United States un
der joint resolution of Congress passed the 9th
of August 1852.
The next session Of Congress will probably be
the N ost important one that ever met
TERMS S:-For one copy of the Daily Globe du-
ring the session 50 90 For one copy of the Con-
gressional Globe and Appendix during the
sion So 90.
The Daily Globe may be taken for one or more
months, at the rate of 81 per month Subscrip-
tions for The Congressional Globe and Appendix
must be for the entire session. No attention will
be paid to any order unless the money accompa-
ny it.
. w.I have, hitherto sent the Globe to those
newspapers that copied its Prospectus but can
not afford to 10 so any longer therefore 40 ne us
paper need copy this Prospectus, unless send the
money to pay for it as an advertisement
Washington City. Oct. Fl, 1862. JOHNC. RIvES
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Oct. 20. 1862 ROBERT LAwHEAp.

1ESEKTFD, from the service of the United
- statess John Vernon private of Company c
2tn regiment Penn'a Reserves on Sunday Sept
18th just previous to the battle of Sou tn Mou
Also William Jones. private of Company 5th
Regiment. Penn'a Reserves. on Tuesday, Sept I6.
neer the battle ground of Antietam The usual
reward Will be paid for their return to the Resi-
ment DAVID Mcti ArGUEy
Oct 6. 1862. 1st Lieutenant. Com Company
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SHERIFF's sALE.-By virtue of writ of

SHERIFF'S SALE.-By virtue of writ of
~ pendttiont Esponas issued out of the Court
of Common Pleas of Centre county, and to me
directed, there will be exposed to Public Sale at
the Court House. in the Borough Of Bellefonte,
on Monday the oath day of September instant,
to wit:
All the interest of the said defendant JOS J.
Lingle being the undivided fourt th part of all that
certain tract portion Of land situate in the
ship of Rush, in the county of Centre. and the
township of Decatur in the county of CIearfeld
containing seventeen hundred and FIVE acres and
allowance. being held in common with A. &. Cur
Tin. d. l.. Pruner and Jno. NJ. Hale, all of which
said premises are described by metes and bounds
in mortgage given by the said Jos. j. Lingle to
VIM III. Blair. dated Sept. Sth 1857. and recorded
Centre county. in Mortgage Book E. page 34 &c
the interest aforesaid being confined to the prem
ises mortgaged. with the Improvements and APP
purtenances. Seized. taken in execution and to
be sold as the property of Jos. J. Lingle.
Nov 5. 1862. GEO. ALEXANDER Sheriff
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HAUTION.-All persons are hereby canton.
~ ed against purchasing three certain bonds.
given about two years ago by John Thompson
and Thomas j. Thompson to John Jordan of Jor-
dan township. and are now of record. The un-
dersigned not having received value for the said
bonds hereby gives notice that he will not pay
the same unless compelled by due process of law
Oct 8, i762-p. JOHN THOMPSON
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eoSFEDERArE BONDS IN NEsGLAND-The Col.
lHO'a Is. Co. Guardian publishes an extract
"'h a letter dated London, Sept.l5, which
says:
h. 's great misfortune your government
-, not financial agents here in London, or
.,.. .a one of high character, we'll acquainted
M Hu our leading bankers. 1t would be able to
sn -. your bonds to large amounts. know of
'ai thousand having been sold at S92, and
sss s.oAer told me he could sell any quantity at
80 ~. had you a good financial agent here, I
NJ, sure Your government could easily raise
y enough at par, or little under. in
sbs money is needed. There is nothing that
caS' ,he confidence of our people in the sue
or- oi your cause as this circumstance, vet
M miserable Wing Government does not
nv, and Lord Russell will be the very last
- 70 do what is wanted. Lord LYONS tries
the uapress on those approaching him that
ths Nh NSouth is working and fighting 10 unite
rss,N.h Noiih with it, and really does not wish
nSs Ssnltion. He still thinks the nation il
for ,aa ano reconstruction certain. 1t is enough
op,.;Se Su 10 know that he is believed by few
''e VI Rnsseil's influence"
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CLEARFIELD MUSIC sCHooL-Fo

" struction upon the Piano, Meiodeon and Gui-
tar, and in Harmony and Singing
Terms--For pupils under six years old $500
for seventy two lessons of one half hour each ;
for all pupils over six years old $1,000 for seven.
ty-twO lessons of one hour each; upon Piano. Me-
lodeon. Guitar or in Harmony
Payable, one-fourth at the beginning and tbe
balance at the end of the quarter
Vocal music free to alf Instrumental pupils.
Studied alone. SO. 90 per term
Rooms at Mr.. Alexander Irwin's
Oct. l, 1860. E. A. P. RYNDER Teacher.
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EVRUIT rREES.-Farmers, and all others
formed that they can supply themselves with
young trees and of the very best varieties at the
nursery of the undersigned in Lawrence township,
about 3 miles southwest of Clearifeld borough
Also, few peach trees on hand Now Is the
best season of the year for setting out trees and
persons should avail themselves of this opportu.
nifty to supply themselves
Oct. 29. 1862. ROBERT IAWHEAn
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600NO MALE or FEMALE AGENTS TIC
OOO,OOO sell Lioyds new steel plate ooun.
ty eolored Map of the United States, Canadas, and
new Brunswick
From recent surveys. completed Aug 10. 1882
cost $4,000 to engrave it and one years time
Superior TO any Sl0 map ever made by Cotton
o: Mitchell and sells at the low price Of fifty
cents $4,000 names are engraved on this map.
1t is not only County Map, but it is also a
COUNTY AND RAILROAD MAP
of the United States and Canadas combined in one
giving every Railroad Station and distances be-
tween.
Guarantee any woman man 50 to s5 per day.
and will take back all maps that cannot be sold
and refund the money. i1
Send for 81 worth to try. Printed instructions
how TO canvass we'll furnished all our agents
f,.Wanted-W Wholssale Agents for our Maps in ev-
cry State. California, Canada, England. France
and Cuba. fortune may be made with a few
hundred dollars capital. No Competition.
J. T. LLOYD, No. 264 Broadway, New York.
The War Department uses our Map of Virginia.
Maryland. and Pennsylvania cost S;00.000 on
which is marked Antietam Greek sharpsburg,
Maryland Heights. WiIliamsport Ferry, Rhorers
Vile Noland's Ford, and all others on the Poto-
mae. and every other place In Maryland, Virginia.
and Pennsylvania. or money refunded
LLOYD'S TOPOGRAPHICAL MAP
of Kentucky, Ohio. Indiana and Illinois is the
only authority for Gen. Buell. and the War De-
partment. Money refunded to any one finding an
error In 1t. Price 90 cents.
From the New York Tribune, Aug.2.
aLLOYD'S MAP OF VIRGINIA, MARYLAND
and Pennsylvania.-Th Map is very large; its
cost is but % cents and it is the best which can
purchased y
LLOYD's GREAT MAP OF THE MISSISSIPPI
River.-From Actual Surveys by Capts Bart and
VIM Bowen. Mississippi River Pilots of st. Louis
Mo shows every mans plantation and owners
name from st Louis to the Gulf of Mexico; $50
miles; every sand bar, island town. landing, and
all places 20 miles back from the river colored in
counties and States. Price, 81 in sheets. So,
pocket form, and $3.50 on linnen, with rollers.
Ready Sept 20.
NAVY DEPARTMENT. WASHINGTON. Sept. Il. 1862
j. I. LLOYD-Sir: Send me your Map of the
Mississippi River with price per hundred copies
Rear Admiral Charles II. Davis. commanding
the Mississippi uadron is auth orized to purchase
as many required for of that squadron
GIDEON WELLS, secrataIy Of the Navy
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CONRAD HOUSE, PHILIPsBURG This we'll
known house is now kept by James H. Caller,
and has, as it deserves to have, large run of
custom. Jim is one of the most accommo
dating landlords We know of in this country,
and understands how to conduct hotel so as
to secure the patronage of the public. He
sets good table, and has things generally in
such excellent condition. that his customers
are entirely satisfied with the entertainment
which they received at lis house.
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MELANCHOLY EvENr.-In the borough of
Getty sburg, on Monday last, some difficulty oc-
curr,d between young man named Moses
Degrof and another person. Degrof was flour
i,hiDg knife and making threats. Mr.. John
Knob, respectable citizen of Hamitonban
and, it appears. drew revolver, for some rea-
son or other, and it was discharged, he knows
not how, the load passing through the head
Of Degroff, and causing his death in few
honrs. Mr.. Knox immediately gave himself
mp to the authorities, disclaiming all intention
Of injury towards Degroff, and that the dis.
ch rye of the pistol WAS purely accidental.
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~ ing ofthe Stockholders in the "Clearfeld G as
Company" Incorporated by the Legislature of
Pennsylvania will be held at the Office of Thorn as
j. eullough, Esq, in the Borough OF Clearfed,
on Saturday the sth day of November 1882, be-
tween the hours of and O'Clock. p. M. for the
purpose of organizing said company, and electing
i've managers to serve until the first Monday in
January. A. D. 1868. punctual attendance is
requested Jonathan Boynton,
A h. Wright. VIM. L. Moore,
James T. Leonard, W. A. Wallace
Wm Irwin, j. B. MEnally,
Isaac johnson. G. L Reed
James Wrigley, John F. Weaver.
Richard Shaw, RV Wilson,
John L. Cutie, Richard Mossop,
H. j. Crans NJ A. Frank
l.. Wooda. Robert Mitchell.
Clearfeld. Oct 90, 1852 John M'Pherson.
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IMPORTANT TO DRAWERS OF NorEs, CHECKS,
&C.-Thr decision of the Commissioners of
Internal Revenue is absolute in regard to the
stamp on checks, notes, &c. The drdrer must
a6fr The siamp-As 1T IS NOT LEGAL FOR THE
decisions Of this kind will equalize the taxes,
compelling each man to pay his own. As the
law now works, each man is forcing the tax
rom himself TO some one powerless to resist
it, until the whole burden is fast accuniula
sing the laborer, the consumer, the poor
nan.
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c,ow-The first snow of the season fell on
-, Wednesday night; and on Friday night
,,oat inches had fallen, hut it has all dis
.,,ea, ed under the warm sunshine since then.
The weather is unusually pleasant.
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'NOTICE.-Notice is hereby given to all per-
sons knowing themselves indebted in any
way to Isabella Cross late of the Borough of New
Washington deceased. to make immediate pay
ment and those having claims Y ainst the same
VIII present them duly authenticated for settle
ment. DAVID s PIOTNER Aetuarv
New Washington, September |. 1862. S 10
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AYERS PILLs.-Are you sick, feeble and
complaining Are you out OF order with your
system derangcd and your feelings uncomfor-
TO serious Illness. Some fit of sickness is
creeping upon you, and should be averted by
timely of the right remedy. Take
Ayers Pills, and cleanse out the disordercd
humors-purify the blood, and let the fluids
move on unObstructed in he alth again. They
stimulate the functions OF the body into Wig
orous activity, purify the system from the
obstructions which make disease. cold set
Ties somewhere in the nody, and obstrncts its
natural functions. These if not relieved, react
upon themselves and the surrounding organs
producing general aggrsvaton, suffering and
disease. While in this condition, oppressed
by the arrangements, take Ayers Pills. and
see how directly they restore the natural action
of health again. What is true and so apparent
In this trivial and common complaint, is also
in many of tie deep seated and dangerous
diStempers. The same purgative effect expels
them. Caused by similar distractions and
arrangements of the natural functions of The
body. they are rapidly and many of them
surely, currd by the same means. None who
know the virtues of these Pills will .glect to
employ them when suffering from the disorder
they cure, such as Headache, Foul Stomach,
Dysentery, Bilious Complaints. Indigestion,
Derangement of the Liver, Cost:veness or
Constipation. As Dinner Pill they both
agreeable and cffectual. Price % cents per
Box, or five Boxes for 81. Prepared by DR..
j. C. Ayers & co., Lowell, Mass