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CONFERENCE AT HAMPTON ROADS.

New YORK, July S.-The Herdlds cor
respondent from Richmond gives some new
facts concerning the Hampton Roads Con
ference. 1t says one OF the rebel eonmls-
siouers states that on their return from
Richmond, they retralned from any general
discussion of the interview Judge Camp
bell affIrms that he was satisfied with the
interview, and felt willing TO make peace on
the basis of the late President S ultimatun.
Several days after their arrival in Richmond
Mr. Hunter became convinced of the hope
lessness of looking or fighting for anything
better, and yielded his adherence to Judge
Campbells opinion. Stephens thought
longer delay might be more tavcrab BILE to the
South, but on the eve of his departure for
Georgia. which took place on the day before
the public meeting at the African church.
he assented substantially to the conclusions
of Judge Campbell and Hunter. On one
point the Commissioners were fully agreed
from the outset: They were opposed to
any measure to infame the public mind to
any greater extent against the general Gov
ernment To this end they waited upon
Davis, Benjamin, and other members of the
rebel government and sought to prevent the
meeting at the African church. They used
every argument and entreaty III VAIN, and
themselves positively refused to be present
or countenanCe 1t In any way. The state
ment that Stephens had gone home to Geor-
gia to canvass his State in favor of pro-
longing the war was voluntary and unau-
thorized. He was applied to by influential
men to do so, but positively refused, giving
it as his intention to go home and remain
in ouietness until the end should come. On
his arrival in Georgia he was further impor
tuned to take the stump, but he SO
persistently declined that many of his best
Southern friends deserted him.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1865-07-19
Arnold, Burr and Davis, and their Boots


The treason of Benedict Arnold was dis
covered in the boot of Major Andre, and it
was the same appendage that enabled the
troops of Col. Pritchard to detect jeff. Da-
Wis under the petticoats of his wife but we
have somewhere seen it stated that Aaron
Burr was captured under almost similar cir
cumstances, and that but for the shape and
appearance of lis boot he might have con-
trived to escape We extract from Parton 9
Life of Burr" page Alb, as follows:
''On a cold evening in February two young
LAWYERS were playing backgammon in a cab
in of the village of Wakefield, Washington
Co., Ala. The hour Of ten arrived, and
they were still absorbed in the game, when
the distant tramp of horses arrested their
attention Two travellers rode up to the
door, one of whom, without dismounting,
inquired for the tavern. 1t was pointed out
to him. He then asked the road to Hin
SON S, a noted resident OF the vicinity. One
of the lawyers, Perkins by name, replied
that the house was seven miles distant, and
the roads exceedingly difficult to find, and
there was dangerous creek to cross.
while he was explaining the road, the
light of their pine-wood fire flashed occa-
sionally upon the countenance of the travel
Ter who had asked the questions. Perkins
gazed upon the face as though 1t fascinated
him. The eyes of the stranger sparkled
like diamonds as he sat composed and erect
upon superb horse, better comparisoned
than was usual in the wilderness. His dress
was the rude homespun of the country, but
the quick eye of Perkins observed that his
boots were far too elegantly shaped. and of
materials much to fine, to accord with the
course, i'll cut pantaloons, from which they
protruded' The travellers rode on. Per
kin's suspicious were aroused. The striking
features of the man with whom he had con-
versed, the incongruity of his dress, his superb
or air, the lateness of the hour for the stran-
gers to be abroad in region SO wild and un-
known, all confirmed the impression which
had been left on his mind. Rushing into
the cabin he exclaimed:
THAT is Aaron Burr | have read de-
scription of him in the proclamation. L
cannot be mistaken. Let US follow him to
Hinson's S and take measures for his arrest.
His companion, not so easily moved,
ridiculed the project of pursuing traveller
at SO late an hour, merely on conjecture,
and, in short, refused to go. But Perkin s,
not deferred from his purpose, fastened to
neighboring cabin. reused the sheriff of the
county, and told him his story. In a few
moments the two men were equipped, and
rode off at a rapid pace through the pine
woods.
And upon information given, Burr, and
his companion were subsequently arrested.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1865-07-19
Selsst 2oetru.
Let's Sit Down and Reason Together.

Let's Sit Down and Reason together.
From Mackler's ''Droppings from the Heart.
Let's sit down and talk together
Of the things Of olden day.
When we like mbkins loosed from tether,
Gaily tripped along the way.
Time has touched US both with lightness,
Leaving burrows here and there.
And tinging with peculiar brightnes
SiIvery threads among our hair.
Let's sit down and talk together:
Many years away have passed,
And fair and foul has been the weather
Since we saw each other last
Many whom we loved are living
In a better world than this;
And some amongst us still are giving
Toll and thought for present bliss.
Let's sit down and talk together;
Though the flowers of youth are dead,
The ferns still grow among the heather,
And for US their fragrance shed.
Life has thousand blessings in it
Even for the aged man;
And q cd has hid in every minute,
Something we may wisely scan.
Let's sit down and talk together;
Bows we were-We now are men;
We meet awhile, but know not whether
We shall meet to talk again.
Parting time has come how heetly
Speed the moments when their wings
Are fann'd by breathings issuing sweetly
From tongue that never stings!
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1865-07-19
BANK NOTICE.
TREASURY DEPARTMENT,

OFFICE OF THE CogPrRoLLER OF THE CURRENCY,
WAsHISGToS, january 3oth, lSoo- }
WHEREAS, BY SATISFACTORY EVIDENCE
w presented to the undersigned, IL has been
ma e to appear that THE FIRST NATIONAL
BA Nk OF CLEARFIELD,' in the Borough OF
ClearGed, in the county of Clearfeld, and state
OF Pennsylvania, has b zen duly organized under
ana according to the requirements of the Act OF
Congress, entitled AN Act to provide National
Currency, secured by pledge of United States
bonds and to provide for the circulation and re-
demption thereof" approved June Sd, 1864. and
has complied with all the provisions OF said Act
Eeq uired to be complied with before commencing
the business of Banking under said Act;
Now. therefore, L, Hugh McCuloch, Comptrol
der of the Currency, do hereby certify that rTH II
FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF CLEARFlELD,'
in the Borough of ClearfeId, in the county of
Clearfeid, and State of Pennsylvania, is author
lied to commence the business OF Banking under
the Act aforesaid
- In testimony whereof, witness my
SEAL hand and seal of Office, this 3Oth day OF
\Z6NJJanuary, A. d. 1865.
HUGH MeCULL0CH,
Feb. s, 1865. Comptroller of the Currency
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1865-07-19
A talented African of the boot black per

a talented African of the boot black per-
suasion, while dancing like st. Vitus over a
customer S boots the other day, observed
his partner poring wisely over newspaper.
whereupon the following colloquy ensued:
First member of the frm-''Julius, what
de debbil you lookin' at dat paper for?
You can't read" Second member-''Go
way, fellah guess | can read, Use big e.
nough for dat" First member-'Dat
ain muffin. A cow is big enough to catch
a mice, but she can't do it.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1865-07-19

THE ToNGUE.-A white fur on the
tongue attends simple fever and inflammation.
Yellowness of the tongue attends derange-
ment of the liver and is common to bilious
and typhus fevers. A tongue vividly red
on the tip or edge, or down the centre, or
over the whole surface, attends inflammation
of the mucous membrane of the stomach or
bowels. A white velvet tongue attends
mental disease. A tongue red at the tips,
becoming dry, brown and glazed attends ty-
phus state
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1865-07-19

Whatever weakens your reason, impairs
the tenderness of your conscience, obscures
your sence of God, or takes off the relish of
spiritual things-in short whatever increas-
es the strength and authority of your body
over your mind-that thing. is sin to you,
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1865-07-19

An Irish glazier was putting in pane OF
glass into window, when a groom, who
was standing by, began to joke him, saying
he should put in more putty. The Irish
man bore the tease for some time, at length
he broke out by saying: "Arrah now, be
aft wild We or I'll put pane in your head
widout any putty The groom left.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1865-07-19

The printer is the master of all trades;
He beats the carpenter with the rule, and
the mason in setting up columns. he sur
passes the lawyer in attending to his case,
and beats the parson in the management OF
the devil
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1865-07-19

Patent Democratic papers used to bevery
fond of designating the Whig and Repubi-
can parties by plurality of names, but
from present appearance the democracy will
soon throw all others in the shade. We
have already-Democrats, Patent Demo
Gratis, Peace Democrats, War Democrats.
Copperhead Democrats, Skunk Democrats.
Anti war Democrats, and lastly Petticoat
Democrats
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1865-07-19

What's whiskey bringing?' inquired a
large dealer in that article. Bringing
men to the gallows and women and children
TO want" was the truthful reply.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1865-07-19

The difficulty of acquiring our language
which foreigner must experience is illus
trated by the following question: Did
you ever see person pare an apple or pear
with pair of scissors ?"
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1865-07-19

THINK that word once spokenc an never
be recalled therefore it Is often prudent
that we think twice before We speak.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1865-07-19

A gentleman went into store in Man
chester, New Hamshire, on Wednesday, and
inquired for small copper-toed shoes. The
shopman Immediately ordered him off say
ing that this was no time or place to talk
politics.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1865-07-19

President johnson yesterday pardoned
Col Lee, a Pennsylvania lawyer, convicted
of forging soldiers enlistment-papers.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1865-07-19

David S. Yulee, ex-senator from Florida
and Acting Governor Allison, Of the same
State, have been imprisoned at Fort Pulas-
ki, Georgia
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1865-07-19

a UCTIONEER.-The undersigned having
N been Lice nsed an Auctioneer, would respect
fully inform the citizens of Clearfed county that
he will attend to the calling OF sales in any part
Of the county when desired Terms moderate
Address T. C MCCULLOUGH,
June Il 1855 CIearfeld Pa.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1865-07-19

A toast at an Irish Societys dinner at
Cincinnati: Here's TO the President Of
the Society, Patrick o Rafferty,, and may he
live to ate the hen that scratches over bis
grave
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1865-07-19
TERMS OF THE JOURNAL.

The RAFrs2As's JOURNAL is Publishea on =" cd
s..Jav a, 60 0O per annum in advance ADVER-
EsExsxrs inserted at 81 80 per square, for three
ar less insertions-Ten lines (or less counting
.ou.re For every additional insertion 90 cents
4 deduction will be made to yearly advertisers
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1865-07-19

What is the use of signing and weeping
as we float down the stream of time? Why
make the voyage of life acailiag voyage?
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1865-07-19

T,REDERICK LEITzINGER, Manufacturer of
II IL kinds Of Stone-ware, Clearheld, Pa Or,
ders Observation-Disclosures or retail jan /, 1000
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1865-07-19

Coop "A bachelor of thirty years
writes to the Country Gentleman for re-
cipe for bean soup A lady correspondent
replies, Get wife that knows how to
make It. -
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1865-07-19

Love in men is like the distempcr in
dogs said disappointed spinster.
Neither puppies nor men are worth any
thing till they have had it. -
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1865-07-19

II am broken man" said poor poet:
So / should think, was the reply, for l
have seen your pieces.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1865-07-19

yETH. ALBERT Il BROS Dealers in Dry Goods,
w roceries, Hardware, Queensware, Flour,
Bacon, etc. Woodland, ClearfelG county, Penn a
Also extensive dealers in all kinds of sawed lum-
ber shingles and square timber. Orders solici
ted Woodland Aug. 18th, 1868.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1865-07-19
S5usilssss lireeteEu,

IRWIN BROTHERS. Dealers in Square & Sawed
! Lumber, Dry Goods, Groceries, Flour, tram
10 &c Burnside Pa, Sept. 49, 1868
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1865-07-19

SPECIAL NOTICE.--All persons knowing
- themselves indebted to the subscriber, either
by note or book account, are requested to pay up
Immediately, as further indulgence cannot be
given fMayZ7-pl G. H HALL.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1865-07-19

rOHN GUEIJCH, Manufacturer of all kinds of
J Cabinet-ware, Market street, Clearheld, Pa:
He also makes to order Collins on short notice and
attends funerals with hearse. Aprl0, 39
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1865-07-19

A UCTtONEER.-T undersigned having
"A been Licensed an Auctioneer, would inform
the citizens of Clearfield county that he Will at
tend to calling sales, in any part of the county,
whenever called upon. Charges moderate
Address, JOHN NJ QUILhlN,
May 13 Bower PO.. Clearheld CO, Pa.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1865-07-19

DR NJ WOODS. PRAcTIcSG PHYSICIAN, ana
ID Examining Surgeon for Pensions
0fice, Southwest corner of Second and Cherry
streCt CIearheld Pa. January 81, 1868.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1865-07-19

FJ,HoMAS J. MCCULLOUGH, Attorney at Law,
Clearfeld. Pa. Office, east of the ''Clearheid
co Bank Deeds and other legal instruments pre-
pared with promptness and accuracy. July 3
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1865-07-19

JB MENALLY, Attorneyat Law, Clearheld,
u Pa. Prsctices in Cearfeld and adjoining
eounties ofico in new brick building of j Boyn-
tn ID street. one door south of Lanichs Hotel
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1865-07-19

ORANS 4 BARRETT, Attorneys at Law, Clear
1 field. Pa. May l3 1863
cgASs :: WALTER BARRETT.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1865-07-19

~ OBERT J. WALLACE, Attorney at Law. Clear
X, field Pa Office in Shaw's new row. Market
street, opposite Naugle's Jewelry store May 2o
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1865-07-19

rJILLIAM IRWIN Mark ct street, Clearfeld
w Pa Dealer in Foreign and Domestic Mer-
shandise, Hardware Queensware, Grocerles, ana
family articles generally. NOV H.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1865-07-19

NAUGLE, Watch and Clock Maker, and
n, dealer in Watches, Jewelry DC Room In
Graham g row. Market street. Nov iV.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1865-07-19

a UCTIONEER.-T undersigned having
N been Licenced Auctioneer. would inform
the citizens of Clearfield county that he will at
tend to calling sales. in any part of the county,
whenever called upon. Charge. moderate.
Address. NATHANIEL RISHEL,
Feb D. 1865 Ciearfeld Pa
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1865-07-19

Z licensed AUCTIONEEK.-W
80 BLOOM, of Pike township. desires to in
form his friends and the public generally that he
Las taken out a License an hUCTIONEEk and
will attend to the crying of sales in any part OF
the county at the shortest notice and at the most
reasonable charges. Address, either personally
or by letter, either at Curwensville or Bloom
iusvilIe May |, 1865. If.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1865-01-18
IMPROVE YOUR EYESIGHT!
DOCTOR WHITES EYE.WATER

Takes AT once the first rank among all opths /
mics yet known, and has proved 1o be 'he
greatest blessing TO thousands Of sufferers, in
Europe for over 70 years Itcannot ne too highly
recommended to ali men Of business, especial
" to bank and other officers, hookkeepers,
clerks, artizans, and al such as are obliged to
work much by artificial light, or 1ra; artists,
and to Ladies much engaged in reading, or tine
noedlework. 1t will not only strengthen, and
improve weak eyes but speedily cure all intlam-
nation, cold, or lameness Of the eyehd::, but
also, remove the beginning cataract, and It's use
will positively insure against blindness
Price IS cents a bottle.
JULIUS DIENELT, Dentist,
No., 145 Prince street.
For sale by most Druggists.
Jan. 3-tf
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1865-01-18

E ~ ii A Il = ~ " w ~ T. N y 4.
aw OFFICE-No. l04 King street, over
ssone's (fornerly French 81 Book Store.
The Internal Revenue Department has au-
thorized the publication Of the returns of in
comes given in to the officers in New York
This is done to procure hereafter correct re-
turns. 1t is believed that vast proportion Of
the returns for 1868 arg Fraudulent and that
the government is cheated ont Of at least half
the revenue to which it is entitled unaer The
law
The n. 7. Times has rhe following -
Separate State action and success Of our arms
offer us the only we'll based hopes AS both
these more and more appear, We shall see the
bow Of peace on our horizon. All other ap-
pearances are but decisions.
Commodore Porter in his dispatch to the
Navy Department dated th. 9th, is very Sc
we're in bis criticisms upon Cen Buffers pro.
ceedings at Fort Fisher, and attributes to him
the whole failure of the undertaking He as-
serts that the whole military portion of the
expedition was got up 10 the most unmilitary
manner.
Some Of the Methodist papers are remon-
strating against the tendency to formality and
show in public worship. They think Metho-
dsm is losing its peculiar power among the
common people by initiating the other denom-
inations in building costly churches and making
the gospel too exclusive and too much OF 8
luxury to be within reach of the poor.
Spurgeon, the distinguished Baptist preach,
er in London, has renounced the ministerial
title of Reverend. He wishes to be address,
ed without any title other than his own name.
He has announced his intention to publish
new monthly magazine with this odd title
s"The sword and the trowel, or record of COM
bat with sin and labor for tie Lord. .
The New York Express speaking of news
papers says; "Scores and scores OF journals
have been put out Of existence by the high
prices of labor and material, and others have
nearly starved or lost money. Only great econ
omy, industry, and energy can bring success to
journalism.
The New York Express says Henry
Winter Davis is preparing speech upon the
administration of the Navy, in which, it is un-
derstood, he is 70 attack Mr. Welles. =
doubtful.
1t is reported that Gen Sheridan will be
assigned to the command of the Army Of the
James. Thesame report says Gen. Emory,
of the 10th oorns will nrnhahlu be left famno-
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1865-01-18
4 RNOLD X FIELD
Merchant I'aiIOls.
MILITARY AND GENTLEMEN

FURNISHING STOEE,
" ou|d invite inspection Of their large stock %
CLOTHS, CASIMERE>, and VESTi NGS,
al grades, Foreign and Domestic, which they
will make I" ORDER as cheap as can be hsd
equality considered) in he city Of New Yorl.,
and warrant to give entire satisfaction.
Special attention given to the selection II
CLOTHS for MILITARY GARM ENTS.~
We sci! none hut Indigo Blues. warranted. art
our long experience in that branch iustifes ur
in assuring satisfaction in that tine, We keep
81 select assortment Of Shirts {all kind Collars,
Nnen and paper Neckties, Scarfs, Socks.
Suspenders handkerchief Gloves. DC, nsual-
~ found in we'll regulated NJ erchant Tailoring
Establishment Call and see US Don't forget
the number. 50 King Street, between Pitt and
Royal. one door east ut Parkers Theatre.
WIN. ARNOLD,
ian 1T JOHN A. FIELD
The Ashland union. [volume] (Ashland, Ashland County, Ohio) 1854-1868, 1865-12-27
Notice to Teachers.

TINE Board of SchOol Examiners o fAshlpnd
County will hold the following Examina.
tons, at Ashland, during the year 1865:
The End Saturday of february;
The Ind and 18th Saturdays of March;
The 2ud and 4th~ Saturdays of April;
The 2nd and 18th Saturday Of NJ y;
Tho End Saturday of June
The 2nd Saturday of August;
The End and 4th Saturdays of September;
The 2nd and 4th Saturdays of October;
The End and 4th Saturdays of November;
The 2nd Saturday Ct, December. "a M
These Examinations wdl commence at 0
O'clock A. NJ, and close at 4 ?. NJ, to~
NoIappllcant will be admitted after eleven
o'clock AM. Written testimonials of good
moral Character, signed by at least two re-,
sponsiblc persons win be required, which
testimonials will be kept on file. No cerif-
cate can be ante-dated, and the School Law
prohibits Township Clerks from giving orders
to ieachers for pay, unless they have certif
Gates embracing the whole time Of SERVICE
The School Law requires teachers to under.
stand the following branches, and be able to
impart instruction in them all: Reading, Wri-
ling, 0rthography, Arithmetic, English Gram
mar aud Geogtaghy. A failure in one, is a
failure In all, and those not hayingaa fair
kno wledge CT each and every one of the above
branches. need net apply for a certificate
Particular attention will be paidto 0rthogra-
ply, and those not having studied it, willbn
promptly rejected. No private examinatio'
will be held, and no application Shy lettere
will be answered. Only four grades Of Ger
tifcates will be issued, viz for 6 months IL
months, IS months. and "a months. A Ger.
tifcate for six months is q trial certificate aud
will not be issued n second tine to the same
applicant. Those having certificates for six
months must be able To procure certificates
for IL months, or none. School Directors are
requested TO furnish us reports of the success
# teachers, ne they will aid us materially
in granting certificates only 10 those who are
successful. Those expecting TO teach the
higher branches will be examined according
~. The standard of Ashlar d County Teach
ers must be advanced, and applicants will
bear this in n in |. There will be no adjourn
ment after Examinations until they
close. A fec of so cts for males and 30 CTS
for females is required as a condition of Ex'
animation, and must be paid in advance.
BY order of the Board,
R. NJ. OAMPBELL, Clerk.
January lI-vl9n3l 90