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Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-07-11
The Contest Well Defined.

Never since the Union party had being
have the lines between it and It's opponents
been more distinctly drawn. Indeed, our
present political contest is but contlnu-
alton of the great struggle which was waged
on the battlefield 1t is the conflict of es-
sentially the same ideas Nor has the real
position of parties at all changed. The
Democrats are consistent. They opposed
the war, and all the great measures OF the
war, with as much bitterness as they now
oppose the Union policy of reconstruction.
They were the friends of the Rebels during
the war, and they are now. They opposed
coercion, emancipation, and the arrning of
the blacks. The loyal people encountered
their opposition at every step of the great
struggle, and they expect to the end. Their
opposition does not disconcert US. 1t con-
vinces us that we are right. No miracle
has been wrought The sentiments and
aims of the Democratic party have net
changed They were the champions OF that
set of ideas which led the South into rebel
lon-the ideas of class privileges, of aristoc-
racy, of Southern sectionallsm, as opposed
to equal rights, republican principles, and
national unity-and they believe In those
doctrines still. The Democrats have not
changed.
On the other hand, the loyal masses that
oAtotoluCu tiiC Wal. anu suSSoAtiCu tliC uiCd-
sures through which the war was made tri-
umphant, still stand together. What care
the people for a few paltry Offices? It is
ideas that mould politics offices. The
loyal masses are determined that the ideas
that ruled In the war shall rule also In re.
construction They are not to be cheated
out of the just fruits of their costly victory
They are not going to hand over the politi-
cal power of the nation TO the men who
have lust been trying to overthrow it BY
force, and who still glory in their wicked
With issues 50 broad, so vital, SO irrecon-
cilabfe, where is thare any room for third
party? There is none--Ro more than there
was during the war for 'Kentnsirv neutrali-
ty.'' And as that cry of neutrality" was
merely a dodge to gain time aud make op-
portunities for the Rebels, 90 any third par
ty movement now is merely device to
more effectually subserve the purposes of
the opponents of the Union party: The
contending hosts occupy the entire field, and
they who are not for Us are against us,
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-07-11
uaUPT & CO., at Milesburg, Pa cont
4 4 10 finnish sti rrs Of n,-nru

UaUPT & CO., at Miesburg, Pa continue
n to furnish castings of every description at
short notice They have the best assortment .of
patterns in the country for steam and water mills
OF every description. All kinds of machine and
piow castings furnished New World and Hatha-
way cook stoves always on hand. They make 4
horse sweep power threshing machi nes, with sha-
ker and 30 feet of strap for Sl60-and 2-hOrse
tread-power machines, with shaker and 80 feet
Of strap for Sl75. Warranted to give satisfaction
IN threshing, and kept good to tbresh one crop.
free Of charge June %, 1S65-y.
ISAAC HAUPr. at Bellefonte continues to take
risks for insurance in any good stock company in
the State Also in New York the Royal and Et-
ma at Hartford; and the Liverpool and London,
capital Sc 400 0O0
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-07-11
Seleet 2oetrsl.
BABY OF THE PORCH.

Out on the porch by the open door,
Sweet with roses, and cool with shade,
Baby is creeping over the floor
Dear little winsome blue-eyed maid
All about her th shadows dance,
All above her the r. ses swing;
Sunbeams in the lattic glance.
Robins up in the branches sing.
Up at the blossoms her fingers reach.
Lisping her pleading i q broken words,
Cooing away in her tender speech,
Songs like the twitter of nesting birds.
Creeping, creeping over the floor,
Soon my birdie will find her wings,
Fluttering out at the open door.
Into the wonderful world of things.
Bloom of roses and balm of dew,
Brooks that bubble. and winds that call,
All things lovely and glad, and new,
And the Father watching US over il all.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-07-11
A NEW STOCK

sttOtCATIONAL.-T undersigned in
- tends opening school in the Town Hall.
Oiearheid, on the first Monday in June to contin-
ue Tor term of eleven weeks
IhoroughRess will be aimed at in all our in
strucuons. Not how much but how we'll" is the
principle upon which the exercises will be
ducted
Particular attention paid to Penmauship and
Bookkeeping
A daily register is kept of the attendance de-
Pertinent and recitations of each pupil. which is
sent weekly to parents-thus furnishing them
with constant information of his standing and
Progress in school.
Public exhibitions are not held at any stated
time but parents and guardians are respectfully
invited to visit the school and observe the manner
in which the daily work is performed.
TERxs OF TUITION
Spelling, Reading, Writing, Primary Arithme-'
Tic and Geography, S4 90
p Grammar, Geography, History, Arithmetic and
Eook keeping, S5 90
Algebra, Philosophy, Geometry. Mensuration
and Surveying. 81 90
ehes 50 90
For further information apply to
c. B. SANDFORD.
May 23d, 1858. Principal.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-07-11
An Extraordinary Story,

The Hartford Cowant, of June 2Sth,
says: The fickleness of fortune is well IL
lustrated in the experience of a worthy fam
lily in this city, who have suddenly found
themselves raised from that condition i'll So
ciety where people are said to live in mod
crate circumstance" to the highest pima
Gle Of wealth. The facts are these Mrs.
Eli Walker, residing at No 100 Maple ave-
nue., is a woman OF English birth. Her
husband, who is machiHist By trade, and
herself have resided here for number of
years. and have several children.
1T was reported some months ago that
large property, valued at thirty five million
of dollars. had fallen to Mrs. Walkers ia
ther, as direct heir, and he being dead,
that the whole amount belonged to her as
his only child. Steps were at once taken to
ascertain the truth OF this report, and ex-
Governor i. Ii. Seymour was employed to
investigate it. The result OF his investiga-
tion is entirely favorable to Mrs. Walker,
documents having been received which show
beyond question that she will come in pos
session of this immense property, and she,
together with her husband ard children,
will start for England next week to receive
the golden egg.
1T is said that upon full settlement of
all matters connected with this most extra
OfulnaTy StIGdh OF luck, MT. W aikGF VIII
return to Hartford, and make her perman-
ent residence here. Rumor hath it that she
will erect upon some eligible site a magnii-
cent mansion, following the style of the
grand villas and castles of Merry England,
which shall excel in grandeur the most costly
Of American palaces.
But the lady has not probably given any
one permission TO make sucf statement
It IS more reasonable to suppose that some
gossipper thrilled by the intelligence of the
''windfall," has allowed his imagination to
picture, as 'MeInotte' pictured to Pau
line, a fairy palace with marble halls by
the Lake of Como. Yet it would not be
surprising ifthe fortunate possessor of thirty
five millions in solid gold should desire to
erect here-where years of toni have been
expended to furnish a daily support-a
mansion suitable to life of luxury and ease,
and creaitable to the city which she adopted
as a home
We congratulate Mrs. Walker and her
family upon their good fortune. She viii
be, when in full possession Of her property,
the richest woman in the United States.
But she is said to be woman of good sense,
and will not place herself beyond the reach
of those who have been her friends during
the years she has lived here already we
learn that it is her purpose to make one
family at least, in whom she IS interested,
Independent Of want; and we shall pr,ba-
bly, be called upon hereafter to chronicle
other charitable deeds which her generosity
willprompt. .
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-07-11
naGLEsnINGLEMACHINE.- su

H. scriber is manufacturing at the " est Branch
Iron Works in WiIiamsport, the best and most
durable Machine for making "a and IS inch shin
giles used in this country, also the EMPIRE
MACHINE, which will cut Is inch shingles much
faster, smoother and more from the same timber,
than any machine in use; also the best Saw Sett
Mil Dogs for g ate and Muay Mills, ever used in
this section. AT. NICHOLS.
WIiiamsport Pa May >, 1885, en-
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-07-11
A minister's wife SAYS: '.The first time

A minister S wife says: THE first time [
took my eldest boy to church, when he was
two years and a half old, | managed with
caresses, and frowns, and candy, to keep
him very still till the sermon was halt done.
By this time his patience was exhausted,
and he climbed to his feet, and stood on ms
seat, looking at the preacher (his father
quite intently. then, as if he had hit upon a
certain relief for his troubles, he pulled me
by the chin to attract my attention, and ex-
claimed in distinc. voice, Mamma, make
papa say, Amen
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-07-11
COLLECTION OFFICE
CHAIRS! CHAIRSll CHAIRS i!
JOHN TROUTMAN

Having resumed he manufacture of chairs at his
chop located the lot in the of his residence
Market street. and a sh ort distance west of the
Foundry, is prepared to accomm modate his old
friends and all others who may favor him with a
call, with every description of Windsor chairs.
lie has good assortment on hand, to which he
directs the attention of purchasers. They are
made of the very best material. we'll painted and
finished in workmanlike manner. and will be
sold prices to suit the times. Examine them
before purchasing elsewhere.
Clearfeld. Pa, March 2S. 1866
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-07-11

Theodore Lee. of Philadelphia, misused
his wife until she was driven TO desert him.
Since then her father has died. leaving her
some three hundred thousand dollars. zee
brings suit now 20 force her to come home
again, signifying his willingness ito receive
again and use her as good husband ought
to do"
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-07-11


TIE TENNESSEE DELEGATION- it Is
probable that all the Congressional delega-
ton from Tennessee viii be admitted imme-
diateiy upon the adoption by that State OF
the Constitutional amendment, it is of in
terest to know what sort of men it has sent
The Senators are Joseph S Fowler and
David L. Patterson. Fowler is said to be a
more able man than his colleague, and has
always been an anti-slavery man. It is
doubted whether Patterson can take the
oath, since he served the Confederacy as a
conscript judge. The Representatives, in
the order of districts, are Colonel \. b.
Taylor, Horace Maynard, William B. Stokes,
Edward Cooper, William B. Campbell,
Dorsey S. Thomas, Colonel Isaac r. Haw-
kins, and John w. Leftwich. Colonel Tay-
lor is we'll known in the North tor his efforts
in obtaining relief for destitute East Tennes
see Unionists during the war. Stokes and
MAYNARD have been making radical speeches
throughout the North during the session of
Congress Colonel Hawkins served gallant
" in the Union army He is from Emer
son Etheridge's district All these, with
Cornell and Lettwich, can take the oath
without mental reservation so can Camp
bell. 1t is rumored that Mr.. Cooper, who
is now the Presidents private secretary,
gave funds towards recruiting soldiers for
the Rebel army. Stokes. Fowler, and Cor
nell have pronounced in favor of impartial
suffrage, and urged the Tennessee Lcgisla-
ture to enact it by law. 1t is probable that
Stokes will be the next candidate OF the rad
lcals for Governor
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-07-11
THE MEDINA CHILD WHIPPING CASE

THE MEDINA CHILD-WHIPPING CASE
A recent telegram announced that Mr..
Lindsey, who whipped his child three years
old to death in Medina, \. y, because he
would not say his prayers, was released on
bail 1t now appears that he is once more
in jail. Fearing violence at the hands of an
indignant people, he went to the house of
his brother-in law to stay but the latter,
fearing his house would be torn down by an
infuriated crowd, refused to shelter him.
With no place to go where he could be safe
in his freedom, he voluntarily returned to
the jail at Albion to escape the summary
punishment threatened him. When the
corpse of the child was taken from the cof-
fin scene was presented which made the
stoutest shed bitter tears. The hands,
arms, hips, thiehs. legs, and feet were la
cerated and bruised almost beyond descrip-
ton The people are very much incensed,
and threaten to inflict summary punishment
on Liudsley.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-07-11

Ten years ago there were not more than
5000 or 1000 acres planted with the vine
in the United States, and now there are not
less than 100000 so planted. formerly
American wine would scarcely bring dol
lar gallon, and now it sells at from two to
six dollars per gallon.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-07-11
ULEARFIELD NURsERy-ENCoU

4 hEAhFIELD NURSERY .--ENCoUR
" AGE HOME INDUSTRY The undersigned
having established a Nursery on the Pike, about
half way between Curwensville and Clearield
BOroughs is prepared to furnish all kinds of Fruit
trees, STANDARD and dwarfD Evergreen. Shrub
berry, Grape Vines, Gooseberry, Lawtcn Black
berry, Strawberry and Raspberry vines. Also
Sibran Crab trees, Ounce and early Scarlet Rheu.
barb, &c. Orders promptly attended to. Address
Aug 81 1864 J, D. WRIGHT, Curwensyille,
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-07-11

There are in Cleveland forty-three Pro-
testant churches, with am average attendance
Of Is 600 seven Romanist churches, with
an average attendance of 12,000, and two
Jewish Synagogues, with an attendance OF
250
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-07-11

Thev have marvellous Mayor in Brook
lvn. II. Y, who having his salary increased
from So. 600 to $1,000 by the Common
Council, has vetoed the ordinance. Heis a
Republican, OF course.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-07-11

The Democratic party claims to be the en-
enag of the negro, and they deny his right
to vote They also claim to be the, fr,e',d
of the soldier, yet they denied HIM the r'9ht
10 rote Queer, isn't il?
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-07-11

The Papal Government has just appoint
ed Duncan. Sherman & Co., of New ork'
agents for negotiating in this country
loan OF 81 600. .0O0
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-07-11

Three hundred young men are expected
to leave New York soon to join the Italian
army.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-07-11

Why is locomotive like pretty, giri :
Because she scatters the sparks and trah-
sports the mails.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-07-11
EW ARRAN EMEN It u

The subscribers have entered into co-partner-
ship. and are trading under the of Irwin
Baily Co. in lumber and me rcha andise. at the
Old stand of Ellis Irwin Il Son, at the mouth of
Lick Run. They would inform their friends. and
the world in general, that they are prepared to
furnish TO order all kinds of sawed or hewn lum-
Der, and solicit bills. for either home or eastern
markets.
opened
A NEW STOCK
OF we'll selected goods suitable to the season,
slsting of every variety usually kept in country
stores Their purchases have been made since
the late decline in prices. which enable them to
sell at such rates will astonish their customers
One If their partners, Thomas L. Baily, resides
near Philadelphia whose business it be to
watch the markets and make purchases. on the
most favorable terms. Call and see MS
ELLIS IRWIN,
THOMAS L. BATLY,
doshen tp., Dec 6, 1865. LEWIS [. IRWIN.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-07-11

NAKM FUK SALE-Ihe suDscrlber OHers
4 for sale his property situate on Potts Run
Jordan township, consisting of 81 acres of land
I6 Of which are cleared. There several good
reips of coal on the place, and an excellent wa
ter mower which. if suitably improved, would
drive a saw or grst mill lost of the year. Will
ba solA cheap for cash. LIDDLE.
,,,b u 1880 tf. Clearfell borough
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-07-11

4 toAL. Whale, and Linseed Oil, Family Dyes,
- Farnish and Paints of all kind ground in Oil,
~ sale by HARTSWICK IRWIN.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-07-11

nR. T. B METZ Surgeon Dentist, Glen Hope,
~ CIearfcld countyPa. Teeth put up on gold
silver, and Yucanite base. Full setts from five to
tyenty-fye dollars. Warranted equal to any in
the State May 30th, 1866.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-07-11
CLEARFIELD HOUSE, CLEARFIELl

NLEAKFIELD HOUSE, CLEARFIELD
Y PA-The subscriber having purchased the
furniture and interest from IL. III. Morrow, in said
House. is now prepared for the reception of tran
.ient and permanent boarders. Every depart
ment connected with his establishment will be
conducted second to none in the county. He res
oectfully solicits a share of public patronage.
JpIv IL IS60-y. GEO. n. COLBURN.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-07-11

GROUND AND UNGROUND SPICES,
W Citron, English Currants, Ess Coffee, and
Vinegar of the best quality, for sale by
Ian 10 HARTSWICk d IRWIN.
Washington standard. [volume] (Olympia, Wash. Territory) 1860-1921, 1866-05-26
UNION PLATFORM.


Be 1t Rcsolred. That in the successful
termination of the war against treason and
rebellion, we the representatives OF the
Union men of Thurston County, in Con.
vention assembled, acknowledge the aid
of an Advise and Overriding Providence,
indicating as it does the righteousness ofthr
cause for which our armies have battled.
Resolred. 2. That we hereby cordially
reaffirm and declare our confidence in the
patriotism, wisdom and integrity Of Pres-
dent johnson, and OF the Congress Of the
United States; and while We cheerfully
accord to all. the full and unqualified right
to individual opinion foundet upon honest
motives, we believe the policy Of the
President on Reconstruction tn he
sound in sent ment and in the end product
i've of the best interests OF the whole peo-
pie as free and enlightened Nation.
Resolred. 3. That we hail with pleas
ure the recent evidences of satisfactory
adjustment of the great issues of the day
upon which all good Union men, actuatcd
by the purest motives, may have honestly
differed.
Resolved, 4. That we heartily approve
of the principles enunciattd by the Balfi
more Convention, especially SO far as the!
apply to present issues.
Resolred S, That we pledge ourselves
to support the nominees of this convention
Washington standard. [volume] (Olympia, Wash. Territory) 1860-1921, 1866-05-26
SATURDAY MORNING, MAY 26, 1866
The Radical Platform.

We state elsewhere that the object of
the leading boilers in Saturdays conven-
tion-the men who held and manipulated
the wires-was not only to prevent any
expression of good will towards the Ad-
ministration, but but to full. commit the
Union party to the negro equality dogmas
of the radical band that exercise tempo
rary sway over National legislation. The
platform adopted by the bolter's conven.
ton proves conclusively the sincerity Of
that determination. The whole series Of
resolutions but portray the bitterness which
controls that faction towards any thing
and every thing the President has done
to restore the States to their allotted func-
lions under the Constitution. The first
srsolution 10 mere buncomb, and noswith-
ss.sdiAg ,h~ ingenious "exPlanssion " Of
Dssesa Bieelo~. intended to shield the
bsls~'s sev-~en, froa the stigma ii hav-
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look a, the matter in its true light. Lat
them no, be deceived into supporting
party pledged to n.gro.eauality.
JEFF DAVIS I" BE- i"'.D ~" "1H''N'
-" nat more comp ''' ''""''"''o" "a NV
charge so frequently trumpe''eo ny tue
radicals that the PRESIDENT wouo ultimate
~ pardon all the chief rebels is Needed
than the reported progress of the trial OF
jeff. Davis: All these gross ISLANDERS
and libeI> fall to the ground of their own
weight. With secret anger RAIDS are now
compelled TO drop this fruitful source Of
vituperation, and seek some other hook
upon which to hang their infamous lies.
Lik. the precious diamond, the character
of our noble President grows brighter
from the constant friction to which it is
subjected by enemies VI tile country.
Each official act Of the Chief Executive
is received with howl from this Infamous
eoterie of evil spirits. which gradually
dies away, as the signing swelling, ire
sistable voice o: Popular opinion slowly
but surely affixes the indellible stamp of
approval upon them. Who now contends
that the veto of the Freedman's Bureau
bill was not wise and benefcent act
Who is there that has carefully digested
the veto Of the Civil Rights bill. but that
within the innermost recesses of the soul,
cordially approves the measure: None but
fanatical fools and shoddy demagogues'
who have an ak to grind upon the con-
ftssio"al grindstone. Truth is mighty
and Will prevail. slowly out surely the
popular mind Is turning to ac"mmon-sense
additional STRENGTH 70 the causa n,
! Jrn;on
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