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The Shasta courier., 1863-05-23
SHASTA COURIER.
A Trade a Fortune.

Not many years ago, Polish lady, Of pie
be;an firth. but of exceedingly great beauty,
and highly accomplished. Wen the affections
ola young noblenan, who, having her con
sent. solicited her from her iather in mar
rilgeand was refused. 10 his astonishment.
:" Am not asked he, = of sufficient rank
to aspire to your daughters hand p
lyon are, undoubtedly, of the best blood
of Poland" was the fathers reply.
And my fortune and reputation--are they
not
Your estate is magnificent" continued
the father, and your conduct sirreproach-
able.''
.sThen. having your daughters consent,
should | expect refusal?'
isThis. sir said the father. f" is my only
child. and her happiness is the chief concern
OF nv life All the possessions of fortune
are precariocs; what Fortune gives. at her
caprice she takes away. see no security OF
independence and comfortable living for a
wife but one; in word. | am resolved that
no one shall be the husband of my daughter
who is not at the same time master OF
trade
The nohsman bowed, and silently retired.
4 year afterwards the father was sitting at
his door. when he saw approaching his house,
wagons laden with baskets. and at the head
Of the cavalcade person in the dress OF a
basket maker. And who do you suppose 1t
was? The former suit;r Of his daughter
the nobleman had turned basket maker. lie
was now master of a trade, and brought the
wares made ty his hands, Tor inspection, and
certificate from his employer in testimony
of bis skill. The condition being fulfilled
no.fnrther obstacle was opposed to the mar
ringe of the couple.
But the story is not yet done. The revo-
luton came-fortunes were plundered, and
lords were scattered as chaf before the four
winds Of heaven. Kings became beggars-
some of them teachers: but the noble Pole
supported his wife and her father in the in
iirmities of his age by his basket making in
dustry.
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pnrxou so,n,rn l, M.ncH1sa oRpER..

FRENCH SOLDIERS N MARCHING ORDER.-
The precau ion iaken 10 prevent any catching
i'd. and to insure our comfort and health. |
thou ght then, and think now, excessive In
the first place. If the weather was chilly. we
were obliged to march in close order, for
warmth As the day grew warmer the ranks
wsre opened. So tt.at we should not be III
conmoded bv dust or perspiration. As soon
as We began to perspire. delrious sergeants.
cantains and lieutenants trotted about our
columns shouting to men to button up their
coats if they opened them, diminishing the
quick kess of our step as we approached the
halt and when we did arrive at the halt. wo
to the parcbed soldier who dared touch water
until he received orders to do SO. Eat
bread % Eat few mouthfuls of bread
before you drink! - 8 Rinse your mouth
we'll out before you swallow meuthful OF
water r Sit on your packs, and not on
the ground !" s. You. sir, two days sale de
police for lying down in the shade. Do you
think we can drag fever and rheumatism
about with US? Up with you! And you,
there. exposing your chest to the cold air
you II be writhing like cork screw present
ly !" When We arrived at our destination.
the hustle and hurry scurry was greater
Fresh duties over and the soup eaten, the of
ficers seemed possessed. they stormed and
shouted at the sign of particle of dust or
mud on shoe; they caused trousers to be
turned. to see that there were no damp feet
doctors flew about enquiring after sore heels;
captains grew red in the face. and threatened
prison, dungeons. ard even shooting and
cutting into a million of little pieces in their
anxiety to see everything orderly and COM
Portable. Before sunset, whether it was a
bivouac or village. the regiment was as
quiet as a church. Next morning every body
was awoke refreshed, and rather inclined for
another march than therwise.-Dickens' AL
the Year Round.
The Shasta courier., 1863-05-23

The Boston Gazette has heard that one of
New York's fashionable daughters. at a
soiree the other day, wore one hundred and
fftv dollars w rth oi gold dust on her hair.
This. {says Major Clapp.) when gold was at
fifty, we should think would have given her a
sense of GILT.
The Shasta courier., 1863-05-23

The Plaoerville News says they have a
seeesh editor in that place who has grown so
lean that be makes no shadow at all. Arat.
tlesnake struck at his leg six times in VAN.
and retired in disgdst. He makes all hun.
CRY who look at him: and when children
meet him in the street ther run home CRYING
for bread
The Shasta courier., 1863-05-23

BAD FOR EMILY.-A certain preacher in Iowa
once took the text. - Husbands, love your
wives" Pausing fora moment, he glanced
toward Emily (l,is wifel, as follows: :. Now,
brethering, we sariinly don't love our wives
as we'd orterl l don't love Emily as
1 orter, but if | was to hev another
wife, I'd love her better IN hev Emily"
The Shasta courier., 1863-05-23

A missionary recently n London was riding
on the outside of cab, and told the driver
that he had been in China. Cahby was
much interested. and promptly asked % Are
they a civilized.like people about there, sir /:
do they take their gin of morning ?"
The Shasta courier., 1863-05-23

A LARGE ONION. planted SO near a rose bnsh
as to touch the roots. will greatly increase
the odor of the flowers, and the water dis,ill
ed from such roses is far superior in flavor
to other rose water. So says Massachu.
setts cotemporary.
The Shasta courier., 1863-05-23

g Father, have you another wife besides
mother p mo, my boy-wh= do you
ask p Because | saw in the Bible that you
married Ammo Domino 1S47 and that isn't
mother, cause her name is Sally Smith,
The Shasta courier., 1863-05-23

Is your master up?" asked an early Wis.
itor of the Marquis of Blemford's valet.
. Yes, sir. rejoined the valet, with great in
noceuce, " the butler and / carried him up
about three o'clock.n
The Shasta courier., 1863-05-23

1SIcK OF The TsADE.-A physician of Gin
cinnati. who had lost his mornings mill
from the front area, recently put an emeti,
in the pitcher, and the next morning discov
cred a policeman little distance from h:,
his house making his returns.-
The Shasta courier., 1863-05-23
DR.. L. J. CZaPKAY'S

Private Medical and Surgical Institutes
Sacramento Street, bsior Montgomery,
Opposite Pacific Mail Steamship Company's Office,
SAN FRANCISCO.
Established in 1854 for the Permanent CuEe cf all
Chronic and Private Diseases, and the Suppress
sion of Quackery.
Attending and Resident Physician, L. J. CZAP-
KAY, NJ. D., in the lace Hungarian Revolutionary
War; Chief Physician TO the 2ath Regiment Of
Honveds Chief Surgeon To the Military Hospital
Of Pesth, Hungary, the late Lecturer on Diseases of
Genito Urinary Organs and diseases of Women and
Children, and Honorary Member of the Philadel-
phia College of Medicine.
~ Particular attention paid to the treatment
of diseases peculiar to Women and Children.
Office Hours-From A. N. to 9 P. NJ. Communi-
cations strictly confidential. Permanent cures
guaranteed pay. Consultations by letter or
otherwise, Free.
Address, DR.. L. J. CZAPKAY,
San Francisco Cal
The Shasta courier., 1863-05-23

\ We have lately intro
dnced ANEW Style Fam
ily Sewing Machine,
making the Lock Stitch, :,
or stitch alike on both
sides, arranged in the
same style, and sold at
same prices as our Gro
yer 4 Baker Stitch Ma
chimes.
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the successful cure Of herself and child. The lat
ter having been afflicted with q severe attack of
choiers infantum. was given up as incurahe by the
most celebrated physicians, when she called Dr..
Czapkay, who, after short period, restored the
child to perfect health. Encouraged by this ex-
raordinary result she sought advice herself for the
scrosolous malady with which she had been afiict-
cd for eight years. and which Eithstood the treat-
ment of the best physicians in America aid Eu-
rope. But DR.. Czapkay has succeeded in afordin 2
her permanent relief. that she enjoy
life, which, for eight years had lost all charms for
her. She therefore deems it due to herself and to
all sick and afflicted. to recommend DIR. Czapkay
one Of the most skillfal physicians in the United
States, MRS. CAROLINE GRAY.
Corner Walnut and 7th SITS, Philadelphia, Pa.
A. CHASER, Notary Public, l26 Seventh street,
All consultations (by letter otherxisel free.
Address, DIR. L. J. CZAPKAY,
Medical Institute,
Sacramento street, beioE Montgomery, opposite
Pacific Mail Steamship Co.'s Office, San Francisco.
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4 d EMAlNlNO In the fOSl OElcc, shasta, tEa
HI sth, 1853 ~
Abbott. Mrs. Elizabeth Klifer, J K
Astreetler kerBs, Victor
Adkins, Thos keTney. E
Andrew, G W. Livingston, Mr. ii.
Andrews, Wm Lyons, Jonathan II
Barnett, A Love. James q
Babcoek. S Longfellow, J
Baker, Robt May. r II
Bonghaman, N Marks. Robert
Boatman, VIM Martin, A ] ~
Burrill, VIM R-2 Mofat, J "
Curren, James McDaniels, Mrs MaryA
Crune, Mickey, IA
Cartwright, Thos Mcdaniel, WI
Carr, Benz McAllister
Clark, Adam Leonards. Chas
Campton, Joshua Newshaum-2
Cohen, PC Nee, Michael
Childres, VIM Pyle, JW
Chandler, Sam Pale, Albert
Chapman, John Rellen, FF
Chalman, L Swell A
chatham, John Sly. Jaseph
Davis, Chas Swain, AW
Davis, E Seelig,
Denlnson. Roht Samerindyke, VS.
Darrah, Liman Ii Streekien, j A
Decker, Chas Stark, Joseph
Dormin, Geo Stephens, R L
Dolley, Jos Smith, G
Dudley, Ms Smith, Sidney
Dubois, Mrs C Smith, Levi
Elmore, W Smith, Justin E \,
Foley, Francis Sunderland, D :.
Gun Ell Sampson Samuel
Godbury, Slop r, VIM
ellison. Jas Troock, j S
Gooken, ia Thomas, H
Geldstone NJ Thomas. G +
Grenell, John Timan, W
Griffin Wakefield, A
Hobb. III Walsh. Michael
Hall, Davis watson, :
Hanks. HH Wilson, j c
Henry. john Williams, IL NJ
HAT, Mrs Ann Wolson, Geo
Hededrand, ] Williams, J-x @
HAT. VIM Williams, H
Harmbuck, John Williams,
Hunter, John Walls, W
jenkins. Miss Sarah Whaley, D W
Jones, VIM White, Mrs. Hannah-2
johnson. Miss Clarisa Young, Wilson,
7. G. ELLIOT, P, NJ.
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Spermatorrh9a.

Or local weakness, nervous debility, low spirits,
assitude, weakness of the limbs and back, indispo-
sition and incapability labor study, dullness
of apprehension. loss of memory, aversion to socie
ty, love of solitude timidity, sefdistrust, dizzi-
ness, headache pains in the side, affections of the
eyes, pimples on the face sexual or other nrmities
in man, cured by the justly celebrated physician
and surgeon, L. J. Czapkay. His method ofeuring
diseases is new, unknown to othersl and hence the
great All consultations (by letter or 9TH
erwise) free.
Address, L. J. CZAPKAY, NJ. D.,
jnl7:3m San Francisco, California.
The Shasta courier., 1863-05-23

THE Providence Journal thus describes the
Copperheads:-
Everybody remembers the political plat
form of the liberal and sagacious Ensign Steb-
bins, who hourishei in the time ofthe Maine
Law & am in favor of the law" SAID the
great Stebbins, and opposed to its enforce
ment y So stand the copperheads They
are in favor of the war, but opposed to carry
sng it on; in favor of the government, but
opposed to all the measures of the men by
whom alone the government can be carried
on they are in favor of putting down the re-
bellion but they are opposed to the confs-
cation act. for that takes the property of the
rebels: they are opposed to the proclamation
of emancipation. for that deprives the rebels
of the means Of feeding their army; they are
opposed to the taxes and to the currency bills
for these bring the money for supporting our
fleets and our land forces; they are opposed
to the conscription for that fills up our ex-
hausted regiments. They are in favor ofe.-
ting the war carry on itself"
The Shasta courier., 1863-05-23

4 MODEL SPEEcH.-A captain in an Iowa
Regiment, having been informed that his
company had subscribed handsome sum tor
the purpose of purchasing and presenting
him with an elegant sash and sword, called
his men together, and delivered himself of
the following model speech. 1t is full of
straightforward common sense and pure dis
interested patriotism combined:
Boys if you have any money to spare
send it home to your families, if they need it
if not, keep until you need it yourselves. |
will bug my own sword Should yeu do it,
and should it come to disgrace in these hands,
you could but regret the gift or should fac-
cept it from you, and some day find it my i'm
perative duty to kick some one of the donors
out of this company, it might be unpleasant
TO think that was under obligations to that
person rs contributor to the elegant sword
fund. For these reasons l must firmly and
kindly decline the favor which your loyal
hearts prompt you to bestow. Wait until
the war is over; wait until the tide of battle
shall have been stayed-till the raging bill.
lows of this cursed rebellion shall have been
rolled back wait until have proved myself
worthy to receive SO noble a gift-until you
have shown yourselves by deeds of daring and
feats of bravery worthy to bestow it upon me
then. perchance, may be happy to accept
at your hands, Tome lasting testimonial o
your confidence and esteem. Till then, wait >
The Shasta courier., 1863-05-23
LIST OF LETTERS

ID EMAINING in the Post Office, Shasta,
HI sth, 1863
The Shasta courier., 1863-05-23

Remarkable Instance OF Medical Relief.
Below we publish the certificates of three of the
sufferers from the pangs of disease, who, having
covered their former health, and impeed by graft
tude, make known their cases and remedial agent,
and their statements are authenticated by Notary
Public. The demands of society imperiously de-
mand their publicity, and commend their peru
sal to the attention of all afflicted
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TO CONSERVATIVES.

The advertiser having been restored to health Ia
a few weeks, by very simple remedy, after hav-
ing suffered several years with severe lung afec-
ton, and that dread disease, Consumption-is anx-
ious to make known to his feilow-sufferers the
means of cure.
To all who desire it, he will send copy OF the
prescription used (free of charge,) with the direc-
tons for preparing and using the same, which they
will find SURE CURE for CONSUMPT TON,
ASTHMA, BRONC HITS, &c. The only object
of the adve tser in sending the Prescription is to
benefit the afflicted, and spread information which
he conceives TO be invaluable, and he pes every
sufferer will try his remedy, as 1t will cost them
nothing, and may prove blessing.
Rsv. EDWARD A. WILSON,
ap24-9m Williamsburgh, Kings Co., Ny.
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JUNIATA MILLS.

The subscribers are now prepared, at their old
They are also manufacturing and keep constantly
on hand for sale or trade, CLOTHS, CASSIMERES,
CASINETTS, BLANKETS, FLANNELS, &c. By
care and attention to business they hope to merit a
share of the public patronage Carding will be done
from May 18th to September 18th, and Fullng from
September 18th to December 18th. Wool and goods
vii, be taken from and returned to the following
places, viz:
Robert Fyan's store, in Bedford,
A. C. James,, &C Rainsburg,
JIM. Barndoar Sou's Bloody Run,
W. States & Co., "
Terms for Carding and Fulling, strictly cash.
n-The highest cash price will be paid for good
clean tub-washed wool.
J.&S. S. LUTZ.
Mav i963--tf
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ADAMS --On Sabbath, the 26th ult., Mr..
Elijah Adams, in tho 0Sth year of his age.
The deceased was born in the vicinity of this
n,ace. OF his early history the writer knows
but little. He did not Become religious until
late in life For several'years previous to his
death he suffered much from disease. He often
expressed desire to 60 to "better country"
During his last sickness, which was protracted,
he seemed to grow rapidly in knowledge and IN
grace. We trust he. has entered interest. zine
DAYS Of our years are threescore years and ten !;
and if by reason of strength they be fourscPrc
wears, vet is their strength, labor and sorrow !;
for it is soon cut off, and we fly away"
ZIMMERS-On the 26th of April, Mr..
Anthony Zimmers, Aged 81 years, IL months
and day.
The deceased was member Of the Lutheran
church. and was connected with the Denning's
creek Congregation, Bedford Tp In his death
the community has lost u good and useful ciu-
ssn. but especially in the church will his loss
be felt He was one Of the pillars OF the con-
aregration; always ready to do his part tor the
good of Ziun. His place in the public sanctu'
AIRY and in the social prayer meeting was very
seldom vacant He was liberal in supporting
the gospel at home and freely contributed for
sonding it abroad He sincerely loved the
church and could say Of himself.
~ love thy Zion, Lord!
The house of thine abode;
The church our blessed Redeemer saved,
BY thine own precious blood"
His sickness, which was very painful he bore
with much resignation. He wasconscious that
his life was drawing to a close, but he had no
fears of death, for he felt assured that II the
earthly house of this tabernacle were dissolved,
we have building of God, house not made
with hands, eternal in the heavens"
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A GRAND VICTORY!
II h e Il N G IN v Capture d.!
+. MRS. e. v. MOWRY,

Has returned from the city with very large and
most carefully selected, fashionable stock of
MILLINERY GOODS,
ever brought to Bedford, whic she will sell very
cheap for CASH. Such as
Silk Bonnets, Trimmed Straws,
of all Prices and Varieties.
BLAt K AND WHITE HATS,
for Ladies, Misses and Children.
UNTRIMMED BONNETS AND HAKERS
Flopers, Ruches and Ribbons,
AT ALL PRICES.
Vsipet Ribbons,f Zephys, Shetland Wool, &c.
ALso--A nice assortment of Black Grape Collars,
Ladies White and Black DRESS CAPES, &c.
She is also prepared 20 make, trim and do over
Bonnets in the latest Philadephia styles.
She would also call on her former patrons and
friends, aud ladies generally, wishing to purchase
any thing in her line, to call and give her stock
careful examination, she is determin ed to con-
tnue her old motto "quck sales and short profits"
and will spare pains to accommodate all that may
favor her with their calls.
Terns--Strictly CASH. May Sat
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Great Excitement!
Farquhar has Caught the Elephant /!
Cheap Corner, Juliana Street.

Cheap Corner, Juliana Street.
The Elephant having created a great panic among
buyers in consequence of his high price freaks,
Farquhar, by his first arrival Of CHEAP GooDs, cap
tured the old chap and those who wish to buy cheap
can be accommodated at
CHE fl p COR " e r.
We are selling LADIES' DRESS GOODS,
Delaines, Shallies, Lawns, Lustrss,
and Shepherds Plaids,
as low as they were twelve months ago.
Calicoes, Bleached and Broom JMusiins,
and all kinds Of Mems Wear,
Ready Made Clothing, &c.,
IS Per Cent. Under Panic Prioe.
Our stock of BOOTS and SHOES is complete,
and embraces every size and variety and Of the
best quality.
FAMILY GROCERIES.
Coffee Sugar, Imperial, Y. n. and Black Tea, bes,
Golden Syrup, Baking Molasses, and every variety
Of Spices.
FISH AND SILT,
Shad, MacLerei and Herring, in barrels and hall
barrels, Ground Alum and Dairy Salt.
Toe public are cordially invited to examine our
stock before buying elsewhere.
J. B. FARQUHAR.
Bedford, NAV 1. 1853,
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WATER STREET FACTORY.

The business will be continued by the subscri-
ber at the old stand. He has a large stock OF
goods now on hand, and continues to manufacture
Cloths, Casimeres, Satinetts Coverlets, Blankets,
Flannels, Carpetipgs, Stocking Yarn, &c.
Having practical knowledge of the business,
and competent and experienced workmea employ
ed, he trusts he will be able to give satisfaction
and merit share of public patronage.
Goods will be exchanged for wool on favorable
terms, or sold as low for cash as circumstances
will permit.
The subscriber will send his wagon around to
all parts of the county, with an assortment of goods
for sale or exchange. He will, also, pay cash, or
part cash and part trade, for wool.
Country Carding, Fuling, &c, will be attended
to as heretofore.
April Gath, 1S63.-tf JOHN l. NOBLE.
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AR RIED-

SHANK-ELDER.-O On the 30th ult., by
the Rev. II. Hcckerman. MIR Hiram Shank to
Miss Mary E Elder, both of Harrison town
ship.
HORN--COOK.--- Allegany county, Md,
on the 9th of April, 1868, By the Rev VIM. A.
Mckee, Mr.. A.. NJ. Horn, of Stellar tp., Bed
for dcounty, to Miss Catharinc Cook, oftthe for
mer place.
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HOWARD ASSOCIATION, PHILADELPHIA,
Pa, Diseases of the Nervous System, spermator-
rhea or Seminal Weakness, Impotence, ami other
affections of the Sexual Organs, Physical Debility
and Premature Decay-new and reliable treatment,
in reports of the Howard Association, sent by mail
in sealed letter lopes, free of charge Addre IS,
DR.. J. SKILLIN HOUGHrON, HowARD ASSOCIATION,
No. South Ninth Street, Philadelphia, Pa.
March 9, 1ee3-Iy
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May s, ls63--tf
STRAY MARE.

Came trespassing upon my premises some time
about the last of March, 1863, one grey mare,
about i6 hands high, supposed to be about or 10
years old, no other marks. The owner is requested
to prove property, pay charges and take her away
otherwise she will be sold according to law.
April 2i-3ts P. L. YOUNG.
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CAUTION.

CAUTION.
All persons are hereby cautioned not to trespass
upon the Poor House property, especially the mead
ow, ny fishing, hunting, in any other manner, as
the Directors are determined to enforce the law "a
gainst all who may thus infringe.
JOHN S. BRUMBAUGH,
ADOLPHUS AXE,
SOLOMON RICHARD,
May SITS. Directors.
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List Of Retailers.

A list Of penders Of Foreign and Domestic
Merchandise in the county Of Bedford, for
the, year 1863, as appraised and classified
bu the appraiser Of Mercantile Tares.
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We are authorized to announce George Rhoads, oil
Liberty township, as candidate for Commissioner,
subject to the decision Of the Democratic County
Convention.
We are authorized to announce Jesse Dicken, Jr.,
OF Southampton township, as candidate for Com
missioner, subject TO the decision OF the Democra
tic County Conventlonl
We are authorized to announce Michael s. Rit.
chey, of Snake Spring township, as candidate for
the Office of County Commissioner, subject to the
decision of the Democratic County Convention.
We are authorized to announce David Evans, of
Monroe township, as candidate for Commissioner,
subject to the decision of the Democratic County
Convention.
Mn. Eptron ,-Please announce abraham Reign.
ard, Of Bedford tp., as candidate for the Office Of
subject TO the decision of the
Democratic County Convention.
We are authorized to announce Edward Pearson,
ESQ.,, of Broad Top township, as candidate for
Comm ssione, subject to the decision OF the Dem.
oeratic County Convention.
Poor Director.
We are authorized to announce Henry Taylor, Of
St. Clair township, candidate for Poor Director,
subject to the decision of the Democratic County
Convention.
We are authorized to announce Samuel Nj. Boor,
Of Cumberland Valley township, as candidate for
Poor Director, subject to the decision Of the Demo-
cratic County Convention.
We are authorized to announce Henry Moses, of
Bedford township, candiuate for Poor Director,
subject to the decision of the Democratic County
Convention.
We are authorized TO announce David Silver, of
Bedford township, as candidate for Poor Director,
subject to the decision of the Democratic County
Convention.
| We are authorized to announce the name of ia
| cob D. Fetter. OF Bedford township, as candidate
for the Office of Poor Director, subject TO the deci
sion of the Democratic County Convention.