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Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1863-10-28

A COMPLIMENT TO PRESIDENT LINCoLN-The
New York Commercial Advertiser says.it is a
TACT well worth knowing, that, for the first
time in many years, the Congress coming in
TO life at the middle of Presidential term
is, IN its political aspect, friendly to the Pres
ident. For quarter of century, if we are
not mistaken, an opposition Speaker has been
elected in every last Congress of Pres iden
'iai term. That the next Congress is not
merely Union, but Republican, ia a strong
testimony to the popular estimate of the idel-
ity, honesty and patriotism of Abraham Lin
coin and his advisers.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1863-10-28

Schools pr rosper in Michigan. The people
of Ionia village have voted $4,000 to erect a
new schoolhouse, to be placed in three acre
lot on the top OF hill. The annual school
meeting at Dowagic voted $500 for the pur-
chase OF philosophical and chemical apparatus
Lapeer has voted to raise $500 by tax to mako
the Lapeer Union school free.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1863-10-28
FIFTH DAY-FoRENooy

Institute met at O'Clock, "a. NJ. Roll call
ed, minutes read and approved. The Com
mttee on Program reported Is, Select read
ing by Miss S. Swan. The subject selected
was 1.-The Raven'' by Edgar A Toe which was
read in good style. I'd Instructions on Inter-
est and Percentage by d. NJ Beams. The
subjects were then discussed by Messrs. Holt,
Crowley, Kirk, Sandford, Miss Swan and Miss
Swartz. Sd Analysis of Sentences by c. B.
Sandford. After some remarks on the impor-
tance of the subject, he exhibited his method
of teaching this important and indispensable
branch of education which proved very inter
esting and highly instructive. 4th Essay by
Miss +. Swartz. Subject ssThe Teacher
which was listened to with marked attention
and satisfaction by the Institute. On motion
Committee was appointed to draft series of
resolutions. On motion the thanks of the In.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1863-10-28

man the other day gave as a reason fo-
laying up golden treasures, that moth and rms,
wouldn't corrupt 'em, and then, besides, they
would be safe thing to fall back on, let who
will keep house hesrafter.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1863-10-28

Charcoal put to the roots of dahlias and
other Towering plants will redden them vivid
ly; flowers nearly white being thus turned to
deep red, sometimes altogether, and some
times mixed with the lighter hue in half
dozen varieties from one and the sama roo,
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1863-10-28
VOL. 1O.---NO. 9.

stitute we're rendered to Miss Swartz for her
admirable essay. and copy was requested for
publication. Adjourned.
AFTERNooN.-The Institute convened at Il
O'Clock, P. NJ. Committee on Program re-
ported lst Derivation by G. B. SaDdford. I'd
The English verb by Miss Welsh. Sd
Physical Geography by E. 1. Kirk. Sd Deci-
NAL Fractions by G. B. Sandford. 4th Sub
ject for discussion, ssThe means to be used for
self improvement'-The Committee on reso-
lutions reported, which being submitted to the
Institute were adopted unanimously and the
Committee discharged. John l.. Cutie Esq
OF this borough then gave concise method
OF expanding and contracting maps; demon
strating the subject in clear and practical
manner, and to the satisfaction of the mem
bers of the Institute. The Co. Supt. then m ade
some brief remarks to the teachers, urging
them TO more faithful discharge of the ar
duOus and responsible duties devolving ON
them. On motion the Institute adjourned 10
meet again at the call of the President
L. j. MORGAN, Sec'y
RESOLUTIONS
/, Resoived. That We regard the Teachers
Institute as now established in Cleariield couu-
ty ,as one OF the efficient means yet resort
ed to or improving teachers and thereby pro-
noting the Interests OF Education, and hope
the next lustitute will find every theacher in
the county in attendance.
ResOiUed. That we as teachers will use
our utmost eudeavors TO organize and
keep in successful operation District Insti-
tntes in our respective townships, for our mu-
tual Improvement aud for this purpose We
cord tally invite the co operation of parents
and directors.
Resoired. That we recommend to the
teachers OF this county, the work of Page on
the Theory and Practice of teaching, ,as an i'm
pcrtant and efficient aid TO our calling, and
that they subscribe for, and read regularly
that excellent publication ssThe Pennsyivania
School Journal''
ResolUed-That parents do not discharge
the duties which they owe their children, if
they do not visit their schools frequently;
enforce on them a regular and constant attcn-
lance, and as far they can, personally en-
courage them in their studies, and by coop
'ration with the teachers insure the advance
nent of their children.
ResoiUea. That the manner in which the
'resent Co. Supt. has discharged the duties of
lis office merits our hearty approval
9th Resolred That the members of the Jnsti-
ute return to the President our sincere
hanks for the great interest he has maifested
n our advancement since the Institute has
cen in session.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1863-10-28
Letter from phiilii,,sburs, Ia.


DEAR JOURNAL Since my last letter to
you we have met the enemy at the ballot box
and routed them copper-head, tail foot and
ham not a vestige OF the reptile left. All.all
has fed 10 regions of eternal infamy. Glori-
Gus epoch; one that will be hailed with joy
down to the latest posterity, by one and all,
except the dyed in the wool (of sandy hue)
decendents of copperheads and many of
them, no doubt will curse their ancestors with
a TOLL OF epithets longer than that of Tristan
Shandy. Oh, ye cOpperheads, why is it that
you look so chop fallen Why look so bag
gard, SO solemn Is it because the victory
of last Tuesday consigned your s'snaik" to
grave so deep that it is beyond the ken OF the
naturalization of the bottomless pit? IF so,
why not dispatch Cat-a-lin to his Satanic
majesty for writ OF HGbeds Corpus He
bossted that he would sooner descend to the
Internal regions than have Governor Curtin
reelected. He now can have a good excuse
to gain a citizenship in the Satanic realms,
and be in season to challenge voters at the e.
lection for coal beavers.
II ever party, faction, or ism, worked to
carry their point. ii was the grand Rabbi of
copperheads OF Slab town,a the recent elec-
ton. But IT was Of no use. Old democratic
Rush was not to be BAN booZled by casting her
vote for any such party as the Copperheads.
No, no, she is made of sterner stuff. Glori-
Gus old Rush, long may your banner wave
and God grant that you may ever cast your
majority, as you did last Tuesday not for
the principles of party, faction or ISM but
for the Union. Nothing more, nothing less.
Wake, We copperheads do you hear the
death knell of your clan, as it tolls its funeral
notes to the chime OF thousands of voices from
classic Delaware to historic Champlain. Well
done for the Old Keystone. Triumphantly
glorious for the Buckeye State. No genial
cline for copperheads, they must get hence.
The Old keystone was Jared loose little
year ago, but she has driven the Key home
now and, we hope, may ever remain so.
That her sons may ever be found ready and
willing to defend the Union, whether in the
field or at the ballot-box The late victory
is one that cannot be claimed by any party as
a political triumph for their candidate, bu it
is victory for the Union. A victory for the
the Union as it was, the Constitution as it is /;
by force of arms, until every armed rebel shall
lay his weapons down, and swear to bear true
allegiance to the stars and stripes.and to stand
by them until the resurrection morn. Can it
be possible that any sane man thought that
Pepnsy lvania and Ohio would proclaim to the
world, that majority of the people in each
of these great States were in favor of the prin-
ciples espoused by George W. Woodward and
C r.. yaIlandigham If there was, where in
the name of Heaven is that man now7
1t matters not under what guise 1t comes be
fore the people of the North, if the party
tainted with treason it must go by the boar
whether headed by Vsllandigham OF Ohio.
admits the right to put down the rebellion,
denies the expediency or Woodward OF re
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1863-10-28

COMMISSIONERS have always been popular
they are great institution. The chimney
corner, for instance, is endeared to the heart
of all who have experienced its winter glow
OF pleasures, from the earliest to the latest
hours of existence. The corner cupboard |,
OH who would not feast again, as in youth.
upon its store of goodies-how its shelves
groaned with Injuries. But its glory has de-
parted. The pantry and .safe' have robbed it
OF rs identity, and it contributes no more to
the desire of the appetite. A snug corner in
will Who objects to such thing A
------- - ---,~'- h~-.' o-es get there
and you will soon command the whole domain.
If you are at all worthy and reciprocative.
corner in the Temple of Fame That's
corner which is worth occupying, and which
perchance may make you immortal The
corner lots are always best. In fact the pos
session of corner of anything, If retained
with tenacity, is about equal to the posses.
sion OF hall OF the object. Therefore never,
hang around street corner, least you become
loafer and suject for coroner's obituary.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1863-10-28

The largest and oldest chain bridge in the
~orid is said to be at Kingtung, in China.
where 1t forms perfect road from the ton of
one lofty mountain to the top of another.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1863-10-28

Ihe most stupendous canal in the world is
one In China, which passes over two Thousand
miles and to forty one cities; it was commen-
ced in the tenth century. p
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1863-10-28

ENGLAND AND THE REBELs.-The disposition
in England to aid the Confederates is as strong
as ever The iron clads are temporarily de-
tanned, it is true, but work is allowed to pro-
ceed upon them, and one has actually been
PERMITTED to take coal on board, and NAV
slip out, like thief in the night, at apy time.
The siege of Charleston is watched with ankle
ty. Gilmore's guns have wakened echoes
which have been heard far beyond that be-
ieaguered city. His achievement has b. ad
more effect than has been accomplished by the
whole field of diplomacy has m ade more
friends than the generous contributions to Lam
cashire, and inspired sudden degree of re-
spect for the Yankees which is quite amaz
ing.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1863-10-28

Mr.. AND Mas. BREWER, of Kentuckv. ara
reported to be parents oftwenty-two children.
Rather an extensive Brewery that.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1863-10-28

young girl generally loses her freshness
oy mingling with fashionable society. as a
bright stream does by mipgling with the sen
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1863-10-28

Laws are like cobwebs, which catch small
flies, but let wasps and hornets break through.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1863-10-28
Con BLESS MY MorHER.-A chaplain in the

UoD BLESS MY MorHER.-A chaplain in the
navy writes: Not many nights ago the whole
meeting was moved as the heart of one man
by noble looking youth of lS, who in the
midst OF his broken hearted PRAYER. burst
forth in the earnest suppIication, go God
oiess my dear mother l thank thee that thou
mast heard her many prayers, and [, so long
the object of her love, have at last become
the subject of thy grace 7' And on the last
night the feelings of every one present were
again moved in like manner by the testimony
OF sailor in middle life, given, with sobs and
tears, to the blessed influence of mothers
prayers, in restraining wayward son from
sin, and in bringing him at length, by the grace
OF God, to the hope of salvation. Let the
praying mother whose prayers seem not vet
to be answered take courage and exercise new
faith in reference to the son of her love, from
proofs that praying is not spent in vain.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1863-10-28

The man who lives for himself alone lives
for mean fellow.
The Weekly Perrysburg journal. [volume] (Perrysburg, O. [Ohio]) 1861-1???, 1863-09-02
THE CONSCRIPTION,

The Couscript law will soon be enforced,
ami as there arc doubtless some persons in
Ohio who will attempt to cvadc or resist il,
they should hc informed how the robols--
who tirstnomiM,tod NallandiS Sham enforce
Hci' Conscript law.
\ dispatch from Memphis states that
Colonel Richardson, rchel guerrilla, has
issued an order requiring all men in West
Tennessee, between the ages Of cightoen
and forty.iyc, to report at his camp under
the rebel CONSUMPTION law, and has given
his men the following instruction, to govern
them in carrying out his order:
liza nan should absent himself from home to
avoid this ordrr hww has hou'c and property, except
such As may I've useful in this command
lC a man rcsiSs this orlcr bv refusing ~ report
himself, sAoo'hm 1n''a and ledrt Fnp dyngl
If man takes refuge in his house and offers re-
slstancc ~ A' ho"sf on rc and gHUrd dso that he may
NOT get ont!
This is tho way the friends of Nallandig-
ham are treating Union men in the South,
yet the Democratic party has no word OF
ccnsurc for the rehoi Government and rm,llcs
no protest against It's barharous and tyran-
ulcal acts,
If there are persons in the North who
tccl inclined to resist the Federal Con6crp,
zion law, We should like to soc them sent 20
tho CouloicAcv, whore they could cuioy
the luNuricS and c,yilties otrcbcl couscrip-
nOu.
The Weekly Perrysburg journal. [volume] (Perrysburg, O. [Ohio]) 1861-1???, 1863-09-02
FACTS FOR THE VOTERS or ONO
TO RE VI u VI BEER!
' ct the voters of ohio Itcmcmberi


That Nallandgham is a SEcEssIoNIst from prin-
ctplc. Let the following extracts bear witness;
If any one ar moro of the States of this Union
should at any time scCcdc Gnr reasons Of the suI-
tcicncy and Justice of which, before God and the
great tribunal nf history, thcv alone may iudgc
mach as | may dcploro It, Sl:vER WOULD, as u
representative IN the Congress Of the United States,
roto d,dr Of money ,obcroby onc dcop V tmorcrn
Upod houFi b. sled in cirR r1r."- Iuimdiyhum di
'oopcr Institute, Voc >, 1860.
vallandgham proposed To divide The Union into
four separate sections, and further proposed the
f'llowirg;
81 propose that no State shall acccdc WITHOUT
the consent of the Legislatures of all the States of
the section tn which the State proposing to scccdc
may belong"
Therefore Vullandisham is willing that State
shonll scccdc with Tie consent of oNE FOURTH of
he States composing the Union,
Lot the voters of ohio Rcmcmbcr!
That Nallandgham is a DIarNroAlsr. Witness
the following resolution introduced by HIM in Con
Erras, February Z, 1861
Tho United States arc divided into four 4cc.
iuns 40 follows"
Iu Il speech, delivered by him IN Congress, Feb
ruaty 20, 1861, he uttered the following
b" propose to recognize the existence
" sCctons As y FIXEp FACT"
g" rrnpusc to establish rorH, Instead of two,
GEANp sEorIoSs Of the Union
La, ,hc Xo,.r. a., O,,;o u,m,mbcr,
rL, v,nl;,,,., n,, - ,,,,, l,tl
'"'' "''"''R",'' "''.'''' '"'' " "'Nn' "',''"
ho defeated he would be elected but II NloNSonrE
foil it would insure his dofoat. Let loyal Demo.
Gratis reflect ,bo, this V,Il,rj,ch,m r,rtv act,oy,
-, -, ~ '
''Rs' 'n'oueh 'hV'f 'e""cl' '"". 'hc'' S"c'csS uc
pcnds upon the defeat of the Union army The
marty that cypccts to succeed upon the blood of do
,,,,,a lrr;,,, ,,,,ios :, , c,,orl,. li.l.I u,. -,
','',' . '''''' ~, '''"' wv
'"an hced p' aecclN'n as I" IT'S true character
The Weekly Perrysburg journal. [volume] (Perrysburg, O. [Ohio]) 1861-1???, 1863-09-02

The Minnesota State Republican Conven-
tion met at st. Paul, on Wednesday, and
nominated by acclamation Colonel Stephen
A. Miller, Of the Seventh Regiment, for
Governor.
General Meade has issued an order for.
bidding the further stay, in the Army Of
the Potomac, of the wives of officers and
soldiers, of which, Of late there have been
large numbers in camp.
Reports through rebel sources state that
General Burnside had reached Kingston,
in East Tennessee which is about thirty
miles from Knoxville.
Judge Goodwin has been appointed Gov
crnor of Arizona, to fiji the vacancy occas-
ioncd by the death of Hon. John A. Gurley.
The Weekly Perrysburg journal. [volume] (Perrysburg, O. [Ohio]) 1861-1???, 1863-09-02
FaIl Elections.
Elections are TO take place this fall IN
rICNCn lONal Siatrg os fnllows

Vermont chooses u Governor, State oth-
GERS, momhers of Legislature and three Con-
grcSsmon.
California chooses Governor, Legislature
and three congressman Tho election of
superintendent of Public instruction and
Judges of the supreme Court will not take
place until October 2lSt.
Maine chooses Governor and Logisla-
ture.
Ohio chooses Governor, State oiGcers,
aud Legislature.
Pennsylvania chooses Governor and
Judge OF the Supreme Court.
Massachusetts chooses Il Governor, State
officers and Legislature,
New York chooses the following State
officers: iudEe ot the Court Of AppcNs
Secretary OF State, Comptroller, Treasurer,
Attorney Gcueral, State Engineer and Sur
voyor, Canal Commissioner and Inspector
of State Prisons also ASsemblymen and
a portion of the Senators,
Wisconsin chooses State officers
Delaware chooses Governor and Con,
grcoSman.
Iowa chooses Governor, Lieutenant
Governor and supreme Judge.
Minnesota chooses the following State
officers; Governor, Lieutenant Governor
Secretary of state, State Auditor, stat,
Treasurer, Attorney General and Clerk Of
tsc supreme Court
The Weekly Perrysburg journal. [volume] (Perrysburg, O. [Ohio]) 1861-1???, 1863-09-02
THE wAR pEMoCnACY.

THE WAR DEMOCRACY.
We are glad TO see an effort on the part
Of the true Democracy of the North to res.
cue their timc.honored name from the in.
fanny and disgrace to which it is rapidly
sinking. by the false men--traitors at heart
who have for the rast two years presump-
tuously assumed the leadership Of that
party. On the 2Olh of August last, large
and enthusiastic Mass Meeting of the War
7 Democrats of our sister State, Indiana, con
vcncd at Indianapolis This meeting was
addressed 10y such War Democrats as Gen,
cral McClcruaud and General kimball, men
who have always been identified with the
Democratic party. The resolutions adopt.
cd ut this meeting, and The addresses mado
in uncluivoca terms, advocated u vigorous
and determined prosecution Of the war I'M
til the last vcstigo Of rebellion is crushed,
aud the last traitor in arms vanluishcd. The
peace Democracy. which has sprung into OK
iotcncc at the North, was denounced in tho
most unmcasurcd torino, rs party disloyal
to the Government
On last Thur1ll" n, .ht n similar nee ting
Of the war Democracy Of Ohio, assembled
ut Greenwood Hull, Cincinnati, at which
Vallandigham was rcpuiiated aa unworthy
the votes Of loyal Democrat. Spcc.nts
were made by Dr., j. Quinn, Mr Niles,
Colonel Jo8gph w Bullto, Judge Z. Mallory.
Ira $, Root, Jacob Wolfe and others, 1t
-. -,
! S""''lIhG' u WIS CHdiat''IISlIC Oh lJ'IIo-
! cratic gatherings in davs OF yorc. when the
49,. r,,, -.
splrl' Oh O'u Iilchory was moving among
ticm and all sccmcd honestly and earnestly
r. ,t...-, ~,
""'' "'H wa WV 7''" w ''' ''"'"l' iho
resolutions passed at this meeting were
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p,.,-J T,,, =, n.,.,,,,,,. 49,, ,,., a..
civil strife now disracng and dcsolnting our our coun
uy we hEploIe the mad i?lly that led citizens OF
against the Government. But, as il is the duty Of
tnc uovcrnmIn' 10 Prrseryc thc public tranquility
State republican form of Government there is
mannrstly but ono honorable course for the Gov
NnhrullN and
That, as Democrats We orccogui7c The great qu's-
ton Of our Goyrrumcnt, and with il the Constit,r-
ton formed by its founders and we are ready to
md cnlorcr tho Cona,itutior invoI,,c oynr cynry
inch OF our Territory and hat we are opposed to
mil thcv inv dor hci, army "nd ,icIJ ohod;onco
10 the Constitution and laws they have so wantonly
Thn, tho cr,ti,,,Io ,C ,,,or,,;, t. 1,,, l., u,, L.,
tenders Of our flag and while they fight the battles
ror and Cv To ,r ,ng t 'U %
public.
crN, HN az a" H., T,rt' 'vtu'v, 10 ,ne vg"rTHS pros
mination, We consider that the election of G. H.
n,,;I %i""E"i"m nS "naH,hor E" onlo wHn'u DC
honorable means to secure his defeat.
At the conclusion of tho meeting tho entire
nsscmblaSo declared their determination
amid enthusiastic cheering, to cast their
votes Tor John Trough, the loyal candidate
The Weekly Perrysburg journal. [volume] (Perrysburg, O. [Ohio]) 1861-1???, 1863-09-02
p r f Nj | u M
YOOD SAVING MACHINES!

VNlIE undersigned is now prepared to receive
l. orders for these celebrated Wood Mills, unsur-
passed for of draft, durability efficiency and
price These machines have been thoroughly test
ed are simple in construction and not liable to get
oUt q repair; will saw, from far logs over thirty
cords day-and requiring only two horses to
work it.
Hand in your orders carly. Hundreds of GUS
toners throughout the country failed in getting
machines at all last season, because they did nos
order in time; while many others could not get their
machines for weeks after they ready to use
them, for the same reason. Order early--it wilf
make no difference in the time of payment.
The Weekly Perrysburg journal. [volume] (Perrysburg, O. [Ohio]) 1861-1???, 1863-09-02
Union Senatorial Con, cntiOn =!

William Sheffield, who was nominated as candi-
date for Senator, Rt the Convention held IN this
place on the 10Th u., being Ineligible 10 the office
hy reason Of his not having been tor one year last
past resident of the District, another Convention
"t tho delegates is to be held az College Hall, To,
lcdo, on Friday next, Sept {, at 1 O'Clock L. M to
nominate another candidate.
The Weekly Perrysburg journal. [volume] (Perrysburg, O. [Ohio]) 1861-1???, 1863-09-02
INTERNAL REVENUE TAXES.

NOTICE IS hereby given that the Annual List
~ Of Duties and Taxes for Wood County has
been placed in my hands for collection, and that
the said Duties aud Faxes have become due and
payablei and all persons who shall neglect to pay
the same, 81 aforesaid assessed a7os theBa, By
the 10th day oE September shall be liable 10 pay
ten per centum additional upon the amount thereof.
Aud with respect o all taxes unpaid by the 10th of
September she Collector viii demand in person, or
by deputy, said faxes and if not paid on such de-
nnnd viii proceed 10 collect the same by oistraint
and sale of the goods and chattels of the persons
delinquent.
For the purpose Of enabling persons to psy said
Duties ami Taxes, will be at Perry ysburg en- the
1th; Bowling Green, the sth Tontogany, 9th; Gil
cad, the 10th days of September; or will receive
the same at my office, at any time after this date,
until Tee 16 day Of September.
GorcramcHt money repaired in all c,scs.
5, A. RAYMOND,
Collector Tenth District, ohio,
Toledo, August 22 1868 l7b
The Weekly Perrysburg journal. [volume] (Perrysburg, O. [Ohio]) 1861-1???, 1863-09-02
uuion Representative Convention

The Delegates to the uniou Representative Con,
Nentlon, are hereby notified that said Convention
Wlll meet at Elmorc, Ottawa county, on
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER To- lS6G,
To put iii nomination candidate to represent
Wood and Ottawa counties in the next General
Assembly.
by order of the Committee.
GEORGE WIGHT, Chairman.