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Boise news. (Bannock City, I.T. [Idaho City, Idaho]) 1863-1864, 1864-02-06
In Memoriam,

At meeting of members of various re-
spective lodges Of the l. 0. Q. F. of the U.
s., held in Bannock city, l. T., at the Mason
&c Hail. on Monday evening. Jan. 25th, 1864,
the following resolutions were unanimously
adopted:
WHEREAS, It has pleased the Almighty
Ruler Of the Universe to remove from our
midst Brother Jos. R. Seeley, worthy mem
Der of Yreka Lodge, No. 10, therefore, he it
ResOl0ed That by this affective dispensa-
ton, our Sacred Order has lost true and
faithful member, as well as a noble and useful
citizen.
ReSOIved, While onr hearts are deeply en-
grayed with sorrow by this calamity, we sin
cereIy mourn our own aff1Ction, and condoe
with and render to his worthy Lodge our ear
nest and heartfelt sympathy.
ReSOLUed, That to testify orr sorrow for the
untimely death of our Brother Odd-Fellow,
and to express our sorrow to the Brotherhood,
that the Brethren of Bannock City and vicin-
ity wear the badge of mourning for thirty
days.
ResolUed, That these resolutions be pub
lished in the Boise News, and a copy convey
ing the sad tidings be forwarded to the Lodge
of the deceased. By order of the
COMMITTEE.
Boise news. (Bannock City, I.T. [Idaho City, Idaho]) 1863-1864, 1864-02-06
Objects of Union Leagues.

l. To preserve through all coming time
the unity of the United States from disinte.
grafton and decay.
2. To secure to posterity our birthright Of
freedom of conscience speech and action
8. To afford to people Of other lands an
asylum, refuge from tyranny, oppression
and political wrong.
4. To perpetuate the memory Of the foun-
ders of this great Republic and of their wor-
thy and immortal successors.
5. To teach by covenants, emblems and
solemn ceremonies, the harmony, strength
and beauty of National Unity. IT,
Boise news. (Bannock City, I.T. [Idaho City, Idaho]) 1863-1864, 1864-02-06

RESOLUTIONS passed at meeting of the
IDAHO UNION LEAGUE, held January 3Oth.
1854:
WHEREAS, We are again called upon to
mourn the loss Of worthy fellow citizen and
an esteemed member Of this body therefore,
Re8OLUed, That in the mysterious dispense
ton of Providence, that has caused the death
of our Brother, Peter Mcqueen, we feel a
deep sorrow, and to the friends of the de-
ceased We hereby offer our sincere sympathy
and
ResoLUed, That these resolutions be spread
upon the minutes Of the l, U. L., and also be
published in the Boise NEWS
JOHN G. HOWELL,
Sec'y |. U. L.
Boise news. (Bannock City, I.T. [Idaho City, Idaho]) 1863-1864, 1864-02-06

SHOOTING AT 'PLACERyILLB.--Sometime
during the afternoon of Saturday last, the
people of Placerville were startled by the
firing of pistols in the Plaza by Frank Brit
ten and T. Bobrook. No threats or loud
talk had preceded the beginning of hostilities,
and SO quietly had they commenced, that it
was hard to persuade spectators that they
were in earnest. Holbrook fired five times,
and Britten six. Three of Britten's shots
took effect on Holbrook's person, and one
hit his clothes. Britten was untouched. The
first two wounds received by Holbrook were
in his legs, both passing through, inaicting
flesh wounds merely. The last shot struck
hlm behind the ear, passing between the cords
OF the neck and the bone, and coming ont on
the opposite side. His wounds are said to be
doing we'll, and hopes are entertained of a
speedy recovery. We shall not attempt a
narration of particulars this week, but prefer
rather to wait for the testimony taken before
the examining magistrate-T. H. Stringham,
Esq.-who has consented to furnish us a COPY
for publication in our next issue. We should
state however that both parties were promptly
arrested by Deputy Underwood, who
happened to be in PIacerville at the time
They both as promptly gave bonds condition
ed for their appearance before his Honor for
examination, and so the matter rested at last
accounts. Mr.. Holbrook is said by those
who know him, to be very quiet peaceable
man, and not disposed to be quarrelsome !;
and we know from an acquaintance with
Frank Brltten extending through peri cd of
nearly twelve years, that he has always been
regarded as good humorsd and agreeable
The climate must have the effect to set men
to shooting that never shot before, on the same
principle that men, women and children are
said to be seized with an uncomfortable incli-
nation to steal horses after inhaling the at
mosphere of the Dalles for few months
however honest they may have previously
been. We know of judicial officer who adj |
nts having such hankerng after horse-Aesh
after months residence in that locality. that
le was obliged to leave in order to place him
'elf beyond the influence of the contaeion
Boise news. (Bannock City, I.T. [Idaho City, Idaho]) 1863-1864, 1864-02-06

PROBATE COURT PRoCEEDNGS.-On Mon.
day, Jan. 25th, a session of the Probate Court
Daniel Mclaughlin, Judge, and C. Dana
Sayers, Clerk-was begun and held at the
Idaho Theater in this city.
The case of Suttle vs.. Kilgour ct. al, in
volving quartz questions, ownership of the
Ada EImore lode, &c, will be found reported
in another place.
Quivey VS.. Graham dismissed and appeal
ed to Dist. Court.
The case of Young ct al. VS.. Allison, re-
strainmg order made perpetual
G. W. Van Wrinkle VS.. Mclaughlin & Witt
Jury found Defts. not guilty Of forcible en-
try and deteiner, as charged in complaint
This case involved the right of defendants to
enter upon and hold bar claim, covered by
plaintiff ditch, which plaintiff contended was
represented by work done on said ditch.
Pervne VS.. Long certified to Dist. Court
Anderson VS.. Riggs; judgment for plaintiff.
A large amount of business, all Of civil
character, was disposed of during the term
interesting only to those concerned in the re-
spective suits.
Boise news. (Bannock City, I.T. [Idaho City, Idaho]) 1863-1864, 1864-02-06
Caution.

II OST by the undersigned on Main Street Ban
IL mock City, on January 3Oth. 1854, bundle Of
private papers, containing promissory notes, dates
not remembered. One for $472, signed by L. N.
rate Of per cent. per month. One signed by j.
NJ. Hannah, for about 1892 due April LIST. 1861
with same rate of interest both payable to. the
undersigned. All persons are hereby cautioned
not to buy or trade for the same as the sgners
have been notified # The loss thereof, Any per-
son finding them will be rewarded on leaving the
same at the Boise News ONCE"
JOHN NJ. BRUINGTON.
February 2nd, 1864. *2ow4
10 mr.. Burlington will find bnndle of papers
supposed to be the above by calling at the Belle
Creole Saloon, Bannock.-[EDs.
Boise news. (Bannock City, I.T. [Idaho City, Idaho]) 1863-1864, 1864-02-06

QUARTZ LITIGATION.-In the quartz suit
referred to as occupying a considerable por-
ton of the attention of the Probate Court
last week, we learned the following particu-
lars: The case is noticeable not less because
of its magnitude, involving as it does the title
to property now worth over $15O,O0O, than
as being the pioneer case of the kind in Boise
county. The action was originally tried in
Justices Court, before J. L. McGownd in Au-
gust last, and being brought by D. Miller and
others against Averill and others for an al
legged fOrcible entry upon and detainer of
eight quartz mining claims upon the Idaho
(South Boise) ledge. In that Court, Swift &
Miller acting as attorneys Ter plaintiffs, and
E. D. HoIbrook and Frank Miller for the
defendants; the jury returned verdict in
favor of the plaintiffs. The council for de-
after being denied new trial in the
same court, removed the case by certiorari to
the Probate Court where it was heard last
week, and after argument by COUNSEL. K.
ohafer, E. D. Holbrook, Frank Miller and
John Gray appearing for defendants, and c.
B. Waite for the plaintiffs the Court revers-
I'd the judgment of the Court below. The
Counsel fer plaintiffs then gave notice of an
appeal to the Dist. Court, and there the mat
et ends fer the present.
Boise news. (Bannock City, I.T. [Idaho City, Idaho]) 1863-1864, 1864-02-06

THIEVES ABOUT. MIR. Patterson Of the
Salt Lake Express, scared up fellow on
Tuesday night, who was endeavoring to strip
clothes-line in the rear Of the express-office.
The thief fed, and Mr. P. followed him IN
50 closely as to knock him down once, after
which he drove him up town to where there
was light, and several parties took look at
him. As he appeared to be stranger in these
parts and already pretty severely punished, he
was permitted to depart with the admonition,
''go thy way and sin no more" On his re-
turn Mr. Patterson discovered anothe r scamp
helping himself from the same line. For
bearanca ceasing to be virtue, he drew his
revolver and fired, but the rascal made good
his escape by dint Of clean running. and on
consultation it was decided safest to take in
the clothes.
Boise news. (Bannock City, I.T. [Idaho City, Idaho]) 1863-1864, 1864-02-06

| PROCEEDINGS IN J JUSTICES COURT. H
STRINGHAM, JUSTICE, PLACERvILLE.-We
have heretofore noticed shooting bout that
occurred between E. H. Richardson and n
F. Brown, on Christmas day in PlacervilIe
and our readers are aware also of the fact
that Richardson, the aSsailant, has ever since
been ia SO critical a state of health that
It was not thought proper to go into an exam
nation of his conduct Having sufficiently
recovered however, on Thursday last week, to
warrant his removal, he was taken before his
Honor and bound over in the sum of $1,000
conditioned for his appearance at the District
Court-in default Of which he was brought
over on Tuesday and lodged in the county Jail
until next morning, when he gave bonds and
was released. Brown was required to recognize
in the sum of $1,000 for his attendance as a
witness. The testimony elected the following
state of facts: Richardson went into Browns
butcher-shop, passed through into the office.
and fired three times at B., who attempted to
escape, but struck his foot against the door
sill and fell, R. firing once while he was down.
Brown rose to his feet and commenced firing
At his assailant, wounding him in both arms,
rom the effects of which the prisoner has
been confined to his room ever since. Brown
'eceived one shot in his thigh, ball passed
through his hat and another through his coat
collar.
Boise news. (Bannock City, I.T. [Idaho City, Idaho]) 1863-1864, 1864-02-06

ANGELS VIslTs.-The angels we invoked
have come at our calI-no aedgling cherubs,
real spirits of light. with "rosy wings and
vounding eyes," We fall conquered and
palpitating like partridge, caught in the
TOWERS snare. All day our dreams are Of
holy bowers, angelic prisons, nectar and am
brosia; and when resigned to Morpheus in
the realms of Kimmeria, visions float con-
tinually before US with butterfly wings, tinged
with the tintS of the Iris, passing ever and
anon in and out at the transparent gale, shup-
aing tie deceitful ivory, and caroing sweeter
Strains than mortal ears have ever heard II
the reader is not satisfied with the above H.
cid exposition, We will state explicitly that
Young ladies have visited our office DURING
Week, and we're gone sueker-that's
5 the matter.
Boise news. (Bannock City, I.T. [Idaho City, Idaho]) 1863-1864, 1864-02-06

NEARLY CONFERENCE.-The Bledsoe ditch,
on Grimes creek, is said to be almost COM
pleted' This ditch, with capacity of 1000
inches, will command very large district
some seven or eight mies-of our richest
placer mines. The miners along its entire
course are putting everything in readiness for
the Spring harvest, which will come as soon
as the snow begins to melt.
Boise news. (Bannock City, I.T. [Idaho City, Idaho]) 1863-1864, 1864-02-06
LEGISLATIVE REpoRrs.-Tt members of the

LEGISLATIVE REPORTs.-It members of the
Legislative Assembly of Idaho had taxed
their ingenuity to the uttermost in maturing
plan to hide and cover up their tracks and
keep the public in the dark with regard to
their proceedings, they could not have fallen
upon more effective expedient than that
adopted by the Golden Y4gs in reporting bills
by number instead Of title. For all the read
er has any means of knowing-without file
of back numbers always at hand, and spare
time to hunt an hour or two for the II. Bs.'
the c. B., C. J. Rs, 8sc.-they nigh: as
we'll be written in Chinese characters. Who
knows but some one of their H. J. Rs. or C.
J. Rs. may be an ordinance of secession, or
something equally as dreadful? We venture
the assertion that neither the reporter who
wrote the reports, nor any member of the
legislature can read them intelligibly without
the aid of some sort of analytical key by
which to solve the puzzle. The fact is, the
whole of the reports thus far are a nuisance
and humbug, and the person who invented
the system of reporting bills, &C., by number,
ought to be sent to Stockton and exchanged
for Scranton, who no doubt-crazy as he is
would hardly attempt to palm on reading
people such an enigma and riddle as the one
We have been attempting to decipher for the
past two days, with the hope Of ascertaining
what hes been done by the Legislature.
Boise news. (Bannock City, I.T. [Idaho City, Idaho]) 1863-1864, 1864-02-06

HIT AT THE TIMEs.-Ir. ]. L. Allison in
forms us that his new local playa Hit at
the Times"-is COW ready, and will be pro-
duced in short time at the Idaho Theater.
The play is full Of local history, and cannot
fail to interest an audience, The principal
features will be published in circular form
early next week.
Boise news. (Bannock City, I.T. [Idaho City, Idaho]) 1863-1864, 1864-02-06

FROM TRAGEDY TO Politics. Mr.. James
Stark the tragedian, whom a majority of our
readers have seen and heard in Richard the
Third. The Jlunch-back, Othcllo The Stran-
ger, or some one or more of his long role Of
characters, has quit the Stage, and like War
wick, taken to politics. As member Of the
Nevada Constitutional Convention, he has ac-
CURED quite reputation as debater and
proven himself a character which he sustains
as naturally and with all the life and ferYor
that was his wont in representing imaginary
heroes. In his speech on the treason clause
of the Nevada Constitution, the following
passages oceur.
" Treason is crime of such awful magni-
tude that there is no punishment on earth adj
equate 10 it. IT'S like the sin against the
Holy Ghost, the objectionable crime. Are
we to offer up as a holocaust, the blood. the
tears, the anguish and despair OF thousands
upon thousands to the god of secession? Are
we to give the Boosting criminal, gory with
innocent blooG-fushed with the infamy of
his hellish exploits of murder, arson and raw
lshment' one whose pegured conscience is
scared by the blasting oath of secession-an
equal share in our dearest rights God for
bid that such time and state OF things
should come upon us that we should be
overcome and voted down by rebels. Tie
nations OF the earth would stand amazed at
such spectacle-such voluntary surrender
of our liberty! The angels of Heaven would
weep, and the spirits of the righteous dead
join II one universal wall of woe, CRYING fare
well to human liberty. Farewell 10 mans
idea Of self-goyernment, Ye learned in vain
the lessons Of the past and yo are slaves tori
eyer. -
Boise news. (Bannock City, I.T. [Idaho City, Idaho]) 1863-1864, 1864-02-06

BADLY CUT.-A man BY the name of Rose,
while engaged in chopping wood on Monday
evening" on Moore1 creek directly opposite
Buena Vista Bar, made miss lick and cut
one of his feet almost entirely of, the ak en-
tering near the root Of the little toe and rang
ing towards the instep, severing all the bones
OF the foot until it reached that of the great
toe Whether it was found necessary to re-
move the foot, or ascertained by the surgeons
that it could be saved and caused to grow on
again, we have not learned.
Boise news. (Bannock City, I.T. [Idaho City, Idaho]) 1863-1864, 1864-02-06
Notice

5 hereby given that from and after this date
L the undersigned formerly member Of the
l I'm Of Marshall and Harrington, doing business
at CenterYllle, in the county of Boise and Terr~
tory Of Idaho, said firm having been dissolved
0X mutual consent, on the 10th day Of November
1868, will not be responsible for any debts dnes
ana liabilities contracted in the name of said firm
OF by SAID Marshall, after this datc.
HENRY HARRINGTON.
CenterVille, November 18th, 1863. l9w3
Boise news. (Bannock City, I.T. [Idaho City, Idaho]) 1863-1864, 1864-02-06

IMPROVEMENTS. -Bannock and Buena Wis
ia are gradually reaching out towards each
other, and will soon be able to join hands
across Elk creek, and become-not one flesh
but-one city. The Improvements of L. II.
Barber, along the margin and across the bar
Of the creek, are adding much to the appear
ance of that part of the town. A house 2O5
feet front is about being built on the north
side of Wall street, on portion of the bar
that has been worked out, which when COM
pIeted will be the largest building in the Ter
ritory. The center portion will be fitted up
for frst-cIass hotel, and the balance for
stores, saloons, &c., Sc. The large and com,
modious store on the corner Of Wall and
State streets, now being finished for rent, is in
an eligible position for business.
Boise news. (Bannock City, I.T. [Idaho City, Idaho]) 1863-1864, 1864-02-06

THE Esmeralda Star has up the names Of
the following gentlemen as candidates Of lis
choice, at the approaching election in the new
State of Nevada: Governor. John A. Collins:
US. Senator, Henry Edgerton; Congress-
J. Nicely Johnson.
Boise news. (Bannock City, I.T. [Idaho City, Idaho]) 1863-1864, 1864-02-06

BALL.-Great preparations are being made
at Centerville to celebrate the anniversary of
the birth of Washington, with a grand BALL
Many of the best citizens of that place are
engaging in it. We hope they may have a
pleasant time, as they doubtless will.
Boise news. (Bannock City, I.T. [Idaho City, Idaho]) 1863-1864, 1864-02-06
Territory Of Idaho, County Of Boise IS:
In the District Court of the Second Judici8
Dirtriot

To James Downes Take notice, that John G :.
CottraI and A. J. Jennings, for the use of John
c. CottreIl. have filed complaint against you in
said Court, which will come on to be heard at the
first term CT the Court which shall commence more
than two months after the twenty-thrd day Of
Jan. 1864, and unless you appear at said term and
answer the said complaint viii be taken as confess.
ed and The prayer thereof granted. The object
and prayer Of said complaint is to obtain Judgment
for$5l so and to enforce mechanics lien for said
amount, upon certain building more particularly
merly known as cite Small Man" or - Tom
Tumb's Grocery, and upon said Downes' into est in
the lot upon which the same is situated.
WAITE E. MILLER, Att'ys for Plffs.
January 18th, 1854. 18m2
Boise news. (Bannock City, I.T. [Idaho City, Idaho]) 1863-1864, 1864-02-06
33rtres Current.

CORRECTED WEEKLY, BY HIGBY & co
Dealers in General Nsrc6Qndise, Gyoesriss and
Provisions, Cor. D1asn and TV,aH SIS.
n. B. The prices stated are, for produce, the
buying prices; torgroceres and general merchan-
die, the selling prices.
Boise news. (Bannock City, I.T. [Idaho City, Idaho]) 1863-1864, 1864-02-06
Motto!

THERE will be meeting of the members Of
Il the : Ada Elmore" Gold and Silver Quartz
Mining Company No. l, on Sunday February 18th
at the temple Theater, Bannock City, at 2 o'clock
precisely. Every member is requested to be
present, as business of great importance will h.
brought before the meeting. By order Of
DAVID ANDERSON, Pres.
Per S. G. RosENBAUn, Secretary. 20w2
Boise news. (Bannock City, I.T. [Idaho City, Idaho]) 1863-1864, 1864-02-06

T. c. CAUFMAN, charged with the murder
of Joseph c. Deady-brother of Judge Deadly
of Oregon-at Diamond Springs, has been
found guilty of murder in the first degree, at
PlacerviIIe, Cal, and sentenced to be hung.
Boise news. (Bannock City, I.T. [Idaho City, Idaho]) 1863-1864, 1864-02-06

Y The CAPTTAL.-Privats advices from Lew
iston. BY last express state hat, very decid-
ed majority of members of the House were
in favor Of removing the Seat of Government
to Bannook City, while the Council were di.
vided three and three, and one man on the
fence who had not decided which way he
should vote. The wavering member doubt
less only required little time to collect his
thoughts when, as a reasonable man, he must
have recognized the Justice of locating the
capital among the people and where their
convcniences and necessities must eventually
take it. So that by this time, in all human
probability, Bannock City is the Capital CITY
lof Idaho according to the laws thereof.
Boise news. (Bannock City, I.T. [Idaho City, Idaho]) 1863-1864, 1864-02-06
Dissolution Notice.

NTOTICE is hereby given that the eo-partner.
y ship heretofore existing between F. N. Muir
DIV and James Warren is this day dissolved by
mutual consent, All dnes to the firm or debts
against the same will be settled by F. NJ. Dur by.
r, a. MURPHY,
JAMES IVARREN.
January Isl. 1854. *l8W3
Boise news. (Bannock City, I.T. [Idaho City, Idaho]) 1863-1864, 1864-02-06

HOLLAND, HOWARD & Co. intend putting
IN bedrock fume from the reservoir on
Bear run, to Elk creek, having located and
recorded right to do SO.
Boise news. (Bannock City, I.T. [Idaho City, Idaho]) 1863-1864, 1864-02-06

IN 1912 the total population of San Fran
cisco was 176. In 1860 it amounted to S.
8O2, making in IS years, gain of 56,626
souls.
Boise news. (Bannock City, I.T. [Idaho City, Idaho]) 1863-1864, 1864-02-06
Notice.

T HEREBY warn all persons from buying a GER
Z Quartz Claim situated on Ophir Quartz Lode
No. east first extension adjoining Smith, Davis
& Co., as said claim is the property Of the under
signed. NJ. A. HATCHER.
Pacerville, February 1st, 1864, BOWL
Boise news. (Bannock City, I.T. [Idaho City, Idaho]) 1863-1864, 1864-02-06

OPHIR LoDE.-We are indebted to Mr..
Hubbell for the following item With a small
arastra, which was set in operation late last
Fall, the company working the Ophir at South
Boise have been experimenting, and out Of
10 days run cleaned up one thousand dollars
in gold. This is undoubtedly one Of the rich
est gold bearing lodges in the country. Prep
arations are in progress for erecting large
arastra, to be propelled by vater-power, in
the Spring when, Of course, it will be good
paying Institution. , Claims now readily com
mand 825 per feet, and going up.
Boise news. (Bannock City, I.T. [Idaho City, Idaho]) 1863-1864, 1864-02-06

Now gentlemen, please look at your licenses and
andaf they are out, come and pay, but dot ask me
to compronae after you are sued, because WILL
N 0 II GEO.C. HOUGH,
20 wi Pross. Atty,
Boise news. (Bannock City, I.T. [Idaho City, Idaho]) 1863-1864, 1864-02-06
VINES AND LIQUORS:

na- LODGE-97 ASS of the Occidental Brother
hood meet each Tues day evening. BY orderof
20tf G. G.
Boise news. (Bannock City, I.T. [Idaho City, Idaho]) 1863-1864, 1864-02-06

THE MASONIC FRATERNITY will meet at Masonic
Hall, corner of Wall Street and Montgomery every
Saturday evening, at O'Clock p. m.
l8tf S. S. Rice, Secretary.
Boise news. (Bannock City, I.T. [Idaho City, Idaho]) 1863-1864, 1864-02-06
&. D. HOLBRO OK.

A TTORNEY AND COUNSELOR AT LAW
IA Office on I4in Street, below Wall, next
door to the Probate Judges Office Bannock City.
February 9Th, 1864. *20m3
Boise news. (Bannock City, I.T. [Idaho City, Idaho]) 1863-1864, 1864-02-06
Don't get Sued 7!

ID UT if you dou't pay your License before Mon
ID day morning, Feb. 8th, you will be, SURE.
Boise news. (Bannock City, I.T. [Idaho City, Idaho]) 1863-1864, 1864-02-06
LOWEST RATES.
REFERENCES:

TO- Al goods consigned to them viii meet With
proper attention.
Boise news. (Bannock City, I.T. [Idaho City, Idaho]) 1863-1864, 1864-02-06

January lst, 1864.