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Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1864-12-07
BY s. J. ROW
CLEARFIELD, PA, DEC. :, 1864.
OUR NEW TERMS,

In to-day journal viii be found our new
price-list Of subscription, etc. The price Of
the paper has been increased 30 cents on
advance payments. We were induced TO
make this increase on account of the enor-
NOUS price we have TO pay for all kinds of
printing materials. Our paper heretofore
cost Us about 8 cents a pound, now it costs
28. We hope that this fact alone will be
sufficient explanation to our patrons for the
course we have adopted. No doubt, We will
lose few subscribers on account Of this
small advance, but all liberal-minded men
will justify US in so doing, and viii rather
pay the increase than see us lose by printing
our paper at the old price. In fact, many
Of our friends have urged us to raise our
terms, long since; and a few have been lib
eral enough to pay Us two dollars even be-
fore We raised the price. They have our
thanks tor their kindness
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Richmond Within cur Grasp.

1t has been frequently intimated that Gen.
GRANT could take Richmond any time it
pleased him to do so. The correspondent of
the \. Y. Irt6ame at the headquarters of the
Army Of the James does not say that, but
he indicates it by some facts which he re-
lates. On Thanksgiving day. some of our
men at Fort Brady, indulged in few ex-
periments with the Greek fire shells, which
were attended with grand success. They
drew the fire of the rebels, by which it was
discovered that they have and S-inch
Brooks guns, IO-inch Columbiads and
Whitworth guns mounted on the Rebel
works across the James River. Our men
have discovered also, that every house in
Petersburg lies in easy reach of ourworks, and
that we possess guns which are able, from
an advanced position, to reach the very
heart Of the city of Richmond With these
advantages on our side, LEE continues to
issue his inhuman instructions TO his sharp
shooter to look out for Gen. BUTLER and
shoot him the first opportunity, and that
notwithstanding the fact that LEE is fre-
quently seen on the parapet of the Rebel
works, Gen. BUTLER will not allow any cow
ardly advantage to be taken of the circum-
stance People may well ask: ''Who IS
the Beast ?" When the proper time ar
rives, we may expect to hear of move
ment such as will send more CONSERVATION
into the ranks of the enemy.
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Condition of Early's Soldiers.

KERsHAw' division of EARLY's army
was seen returning to Richmond several
days ago. Their condition is described as
having been fearful in the extreme. They
were almost starved, and made rush into
the market, clearing everything out as they
advanced. This had The effect of advancing
the prices of family SUPPLIES hundred per
cent. Many of those miserable men were
,barefooted all were ragged and dirty. some
of them not having enough of clothing to
conceal their nakedness.
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DuBLIC yENDUE.-The uDder.irned v;

DuBLIC FENDUE.-The undersigned will
4 expose to public sale az his residence in
Boggs township, Monday, December 26, 1884
the following described personal property:
Two horses, 2cows, wagon, pair twin sleds
l pair hay ladders, sleigh rigged for one or two
horses, 1 spiug wiFe-toothed horse rake. ploughs
harrows, cultivator, shovel plows, threshing ma
chine. windmill, cutting box, rakes. fork. and
shoyels Wheelbarrow, cider mill, grain cradle,
moving seythes soaps of bees, 3 stoves, glass
cupboard. / dining and l breakfast table 3 sad
dies, set harness, bedsteads, spinning wheel,
l stand. large copper kettle. log chains, single
and double trees. and many other articles too M.
to mention.
Sale TO commence at 9 o'clock, A. NJ. Terms
made known day of sale.
Dec. Z. 1861 WM L. WILSON
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Correspondents in the armies of the Po-
tomac and the James give very interesting
accounts of the celebration of Thanksgiving
Day by the soldiers. Unfortunately. the
turkeys and other good things did not reach
some of the corps in time to be enjoyed on
that day In the Ninth corps, among other
thanksgiving ceremonies, was the dedication
of a new chapel. 1t is said that since the
news ef President Lincoln reelection has
becoms.generaIly known among the soldiers,
desertishs to the Union lines have largely
increased. Those who come over say that
immense numbers of others are all the time
watching for opportunities to escape and that
so general is the Generalization that few
can be trusted on picket by their officers.
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Important Decision by the Attorney General
Of Pennsylvania.

Hon VIM. NJ Meredith, Attorney Gene
raj of the State, rendered his opinion yester-
day, deciding that Hon. Alexander King
was legally elected Judge of the 10th Judi
cial District. composed of the counties of
Franklin, Fulton, Bedford, and Somerset. and
that he was entitled to his commission. 1t
will be remembered that the return Judges
of Bedford county deliberately threw out the
entire soldiers vote of that county, by which
fraud it was claimed that Mr.. Kilnmei had
received "a majority for President Judge.
Attorney General Meredith 5 opinion in
this case, is spoken of as one of the .ablest
and fairest ever delivered. alike controlled by
the facts in the case and aiming to vindicate
the rights of all concernedin the issue. The
case, indeed is so clear that it is confidently
predicted Mr. Kimmel viii never attempt to
contest the decision of the Attorney Gener-
al.-Harrisburg Telegraph.
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From Grants Army.


Between three and four 0 clock, A NJ, on
Thursday, December lst, Gen. Gregg start
ed on a raid to Stony creek station on the
Weldon railroad. Col Smiths brigade was
left at the bridge over Rowanty creek, to pre-
vent the rebels from getting in his rear, af-
ter which he continued his advance upon
Stony creek station The station is situated
in a narrow valley, and is commanded by
two forts, in which were 300 rebels. Our
boys advanced calamity on a charge, across
the open space in front and crossed the
stream, and soon the Notifications, the can
non, and rebels were ours. Hay, grain,
and provisions and subsistence of all kinds,
sufficient to feed Lees army considerable
time, were burnt-together with manufac-
turies Of cotton goods, engine boilers, and
steam aud Touring mills, etc. At Duval 5
station train Of wagons was captured and
brought of, and train of cars burnt. Our
loss in this gallant affair was twenty eight
killed, "A wounded, and | missing
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--latest from Tennessee,

The forces Of Gen. Thomas are entrenched
in a semi-circle in front, and about three
miles distant from Nashville Hood 5 army
is in sight of the city, and it is expected
that he will make an attack on our works
Skirmishing had taken place on the 4th,
and general engagement is likely to occur
at any moment. The rebel General S. d.
Lee, has issued an address to his soldiers
promising them the spoils of Nashville
but it is confidently asserted, that Thomas
can defend the city successfully against any
rebel force that may be brought against it.
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DEATH OF a VERY OLD MAN.-Joseph
Montgomery, of Wayne township, Clinton
county, was found dead in his bed on Wed
nesday morning Nov. 23d. After eating a
hearty meal on'TueSday evening, he retired
in his usual health and is supposed to have
died of nightmare. Mr. Montgomery was
90 years of age at the time of his death.
He came to this cosntry with his father IN
1892, and has ever since resided near where
he died He voted for Gen. Washington
at his second election, and attended the
polls on the 8th November and cast his vote
for Abraham Lincoln. He was never mar
ried, but lived among his kindred, who, du-
ring his last years of infirmity cared tender
ly for him. Mr. Montgomery was probably,
at the time of his death, the Oldest inhabit-
ant of Clinton county.
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EXECUTION 0F MILLER.

Franz Muller, who was recently arrested
in this country for committing the mysteri-
Gus railroad murderin England, was execut-
ed ID front of Newgate Goal, In London, on
Monday morning the 14th ult Executions
in England are still public, and this was
witnessed by an immense crowd Of people.
The necessary preparations We're made du-
ring the previous night, and the crowd be-
gan to assemble, in the rain about four o.
clock in the morning. At eight o clock the
ceremonies of the execution commenced.
Muller was pale, but calm and collected.
While all about him were visibly touched,
not muscle of his face moved, and he show
ed no sign of emotion. He was attended
by the Rev Dr. Cappel, Lutheran minis
ter. He assembled the scaffold with firm
step After he had been placed upon the
drop, and the rope adjusted about his neck,
DIR. Cappel addressed him as follows In
a few moments, Muller, you viii stand be
fore God; | ask you again, for the last time,
are you guilty or innocent?' He replied:
4 am innocent" DIR. Cappel said, ''You
are innocent?" Muller answered God
Almighty knows what | have done DIR.
Cappel said Does God know that you have
done this particular deed?" Muller replied
'Yes | have done it, speaking in Geman.
The drop fell, and in few brief moments
the last struggle was over.
Muller left behind him a.written state
ment, reiterating the arguments on which
he and his friends relied to prove his in
nocence. Had he not confessed, there
would have been large numbers of persons
every where who would have firmly believ-
ed in his innocence. Hecouldnot have been
dence, for his trial was exceedingly loose and
unsatisfactory. His confession however,
effectually sets all doubts at rest.
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SHERIFF'S SALES

SHERIFF'S SALES.-By virtue of sundry
- writs of Fe1AditfoH5 ErPO0aS, issued out Of the
Court of Common Pleas Of Clearfeld county, and
TO me directed, there will be exposed to public sale,
at the Court House in the Borough of Clearfeld,
MONDAY THE 9TH DAY OF JANUARY, 1855,
the following described Real Estate, to wit
A certain tract of land situate in Graham town
ship. Clearfield county. Pa, bounded on the north
by public road leading from h iertown to Gra-
hamton. the east by lands of John 3. X ylerr
the south and west by lands of - Thompson.
cOntainsng ten acres, or less, having therein
erected two story frame house and log barn, and
other improvements. Seized, taken in execution,
ana to be sold as the property of Samuel Ulrich.
ALsO-a certain tract of land situate in Brady
township Clearlield county Pa, containing eighty
acres, adjoining lands of England, Fox Il Roberts.
Jacob HRmmel and Jacob Shaffer, having about
twenty-five acres cleared, with a small orcha-- .,
a log house and barn erected thereon. Seized,
taken in execution, and to be sold as the proper
ty of John Dosch.
ED. PERKS. Sheriff.
Sheriff Office Clearfeld Dee Z, 1861
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EGTSTER,S NOTICE.

EGISTER'S NOTICE.-Notice is hereby
"a, given. that the following accounts have been
examined and passed by me- and remain flied o.
record in this Office for the inspection Of heirs
Iegatees all others in any other way
interested and will be presented TO the next W
,hans- Court of ClearfeId county. to be held 81
the Comrt House, IN the Borough of Clearfeld'
commencing on the % Monday of January, Io5'.
Final account of John Rorabaugh, admir- ana
Mary Burgunder, Adm K. of all and singular me
goods amp chattels. rights and credits which were
of John Burgunder, late of Burnside township
CiearfeId county, deceased.
Final account of Elias Rishel- Administrator :.
all and singular the goods and chatteis rgh s an
crekits, which were of Philip hriner, late OF DiN
DIV tp Ciearfied county, decd
Final account Of Valentine illegal, surSi'IHs
Admir- of David illegal. decd
Final account of Cyrenus Howe. Admlnsuaio. ~
of Mary Smeal Adm mrx of all and slngual nv
goods and chattels rights and credits |hiea We,
of Peter Smeal. late of Decatur township oie"
field county. deceased al
Final account of Mary Lydck. Adm n o. .n4 "a
and singular the goods and chattels' righls az
credits which were of John Lydick, late OF -
township, Clearfed county, decd. ,r.br
The account of Wm Hoover AdmI oI "0H'
Shirey, late of Bradford tp deed. .r3
The account of EmeliHe Owens Adn II, IL
Anthony Hile, Adm of all and singular 'ne go -
and chattels rights and credits, whIca "eIs IA
Thomas Owens, late of Penn township OieA1
county deceased ,.-i,,sr
ISAIAH G. BARGER: kegif's''
Registers Office. Dec. I, 1864
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A special dispatch to the Philadelphia
H,quirey of Monday says Information hav-
ing reached the W az Department that an at
tempt was to be made to fire simultaneously
the war building and some adjacent ones, the
regiment Of the War Department Rifles
was called out and put on special patrol
duty, and the conspiracy was baffied for the
present. Watchmen and patrols are now
doing duty on all public buildings, and any
one detected in any suspicious conduct will
be summarily dealt with. No prisoners
viii be taken. So guerrillas had better
beware
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MISS F.. 4. ?. RYNDFR

Teacher Of Piano-FOrte MeIodeOu Cabinet-orrap
Guitar. Harmony and Vocal Music. Also. SOLE ;!
gent for Clearfeld county for Chickering Son,
Piano Fortes. and Mason 4 Hamliu's Cabinet @,
gans- Rooms lritt Mrs. II. D. Wsish.
Music Books, Paper, and Sheet Music constant
ly on hand at the store Of Mrs H. D. Welsh.
Clearfeld. Pa, Dec :, 1854.
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DMINIsTRAToR's NOTICE.

IA OF Administration on the estate of jaime.
Curley. late of Penn township, CIearieId Co Pa
deceased. having been granted to the undersigned
all persons indebt to said estate are requested
TO make immediate payment, and those having
claims against the same will present them duly
authenticated for settlement
ID. H PAULHAMUS
December Z 1864. Administrator
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V,REEs. TREEs,,-7,bs ss,..--,.,

EFREES. TREES 1.-The subscriber b,-;--
THr.ots neen appointed an agent Of the 'Nariet,s
nursery IN Lancaster county. would resrec,f,S
y inform the citizens of CIearfeId cop1fv ~
ne IS prepared at all times 10 ill order fo -L e-'
kind of Fruit Trees and Shrubberv a. o'eiy
tors prlees NORMAN l.. ROBINS. s.sTr.
Clearfeld. Pa. Dec / ISEl.3r- -sehN
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\ law case of some interest has been de
cided at Liverpool. The cook of the ship
Conflict sued the Captain for his wages, at
S45 per month The Captain rendered the
money at the rate of 1901 per cent premium
for gold. The court decided that dollar in
Liverpool was dollar, and that he must be
paid the whole face Of the contract. not in
deprecated paper, but in gold. IF this rule
is TO stand, ship Captains will do well TO pay
their hands in advance, or remodel their a
greements, and sailors, Of course, viii also do
well to get their wages paid ON this side the
water.
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"URN?IKE ELEC-Ioy

be held at the Office of 4 L Reed 4 e. i!
the Borough Of CEearfeid. on Sat1ria. q 70. II
Decem Ter, inst. at o'clock P n bv,ba - ''s'
holders of the ClearielF and Curwensyine .ocA ,1c
pike company 10 elect President Trsss,-.u .u'n,
Board OF Managers for the eusuin. wear R,t- anu
der OF the President. Jas T Leonard - "
Dec. 4 1904 .. / REID Sa,.
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"a OF Administration on the Estate Of Ssv.I
Morgan, late Of Guelch township CIearfs,5 .-'
ty Pa. deceased. having been granted -
dersigne1 All persons indebted TO said 80, -.
are are hereby required TO make immediate payme5,
ana those having claims against the same Nil
present them properly authenticated for 81 WI
ment JAMES u v1pC So''ie
Dec. :, l354-6tp 4d,aiI;s.z.,, 4dnigaN,
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ATTORNEY GENERAL BATES has ended hi

ATTORNEY GENERAL BATES has ended his
official labors, after period Of distinguished
and important service in which his high in
tegrity and ability have been recognized by
by the nation He leaves the Office, which
he did not seek, for the retirement which his
declining years have long sought, and car
ries with him the praise and good wishes of
his ccuntrymen. Pess.
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Volunteers for the State Guard

1t IS now clearly understood that all volun-
teers for the first FIVE regiments of the State
Guard will, if embraced in any future draft
be furloughed by the War Department for
the time they actually remain in the State
service, And when this time in the State
Guard is served out, it will be regarded
as the expiration Of this flrlough, the man
thereafter to be ordered into the United
States army, there to complete the time for
which he was drafted All such volunteers
viii also be credited on any future drafts
which the War Department may make for
their full term of service to the State, thus:
If a volunteer in the State Guard serves one
year, and he should after the expiration Of
his time be drafted by the United States,
for two or more years, he will receive a credit
on such draft of the year devoted to the
State. These are important facts, and will
no doubt induce the speedy filling up of the
first five regiments of the State Guard -
Telegraph.
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HORSE THIEF ARREsTED.-On Saturday
evening Nov Goth, man was arrested at
Queens Run, in this county, charged with
stealing pair of horses which he had in
his possession. The horses are alleged to
have been stolen in Clearfield county, and
the arrest was made by persons from Young
womanstown. The horses were taken but
the fellow made his escape.-Lockhacea
RepnbItcan.
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SAUfION.-AH persons are hereb, c.,,..-
~ ed against purchasing or in any yavrnai ,I!
with certain Brown Mare, now in posss.s;a-a
Lew Derrick OF Lawrence township. as the .s,v.
belongs TO me and has only been LETT on loan 80
said Derrick, and is subject to my order WIZ
Dee. :, 1884, ! 2 EJv,-r,.
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asw advertisements.

Aaesrttsenas'stss 81 t7a large type cuts oro,,oe
Stytf ''s'f 'f eared double artcs rsJzes or7'
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CAMEL COAL.

CAMEL COAL.
In the State Geological Report, Professor
H. d. Rogers says that much difficulty IS
experienced in the district around the town
of Clearfeld in identifying the coaI-seams
of neighboring localities, and after close in
vestigation, aided by frequent diggings, the
qualification remains quite obscure '*-not
more obscure, however, we may be per-
mitted TO add, than many things in Profes-
sor Rogers book The boring of the oil
well here, if it results in nothing more,
will at least do much to remove the difficult
ty of which the State Geologist complained,
and viii develop the 'stratiication' below
the bed Of the river which he found and
left in ''obscurity The Well has now reach
ed depth Of about seventy feet, passing in
this distance through four small coal-seams,
one OF them-about thirty feet from the sur
face and fourteen feet below the bed of the
river-being vein OF camel coal about four
inches thick, and supported by white sand
stone. It IS probably the same coal seam
which appears at the foot Of the hill back Of
the town of Brookville, where it is one foot
thick and rests on ''faggy sandstone, I'll
onesta, according to Rogers The small
seam which appears near Ebensburg, Cam
bria county, Is above this, while the Snow
Shoe seam (six inches thick is probably be-
low it. As it recedes from the river it,
doubtless increases in thickness, and could
possibly be worked by sinking shaft as
they DO in the anthracite coal fields.
Before giving the result of an analysis of
this coal, which proves to be of very supe-
rior quality, we may state for the benefit of
those readers who are unacquainted with
camel coal, that it is a dry, highly bitumin-
Gus substance, of very close texture and lit
tie lustre, resembling black slate Its usu-
ally obtained in large rectangular blocks, of
smooth and clear surface which break with
conchOidal fracture 1t is easily cut with
sharp instrument, and admits of fine pol
ish wherefore it is much used for the man
utacture of ornaments, trinkets, etc. From
the large amount Of combustible matter
which it contains it kindles with remarkable
rapidity, burning with a clear yellow fame,
without melting or running down It is this
property which gives it the name 'cannel,
which is the Lancashire pronunciation of
the word candle. 1t is especially adapted
to steam purposes, as it bears transportation
better than any other bituminous coal For
the manufacture of gas, it is superior to all
other coals-a good quality yielding from
10000 to $4,000 cubic feet per ton. The
most prolific gas Goals always yield the best
coke. 1t is also very productive in coal oil,
paraffine, benzole, &c. From % lbs. OF
Freeport camel coal, which only contained
"a per cent. of volatile matter, DR., Alter OBJ
tained 80 ounces of crude oil, gallon of
which yielded one ounce of paraffine, beside
coal tar, the lighter oils, benzole, etc.
An analysis tby destructive distillation) of
the coal found here shows the following re-
suit. In 100 parts we have