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Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-06-20
The "Go1d" Sham


The Democrats claim credit for Hester
Clymer because he advocated payment Of
soldiers wages in gold That this was a
mere hypocritical pretence of friendship to
the soldier was clearly proved by an article
from "Pennsy lvania Reserve, which we
published a week or two ago. Mr.. Clymer
well knew that the measure he advocated
would. if adopted, s,oantp the Treasury, and
prevent the suppression Of the rebellion.
His argument, comparing the salary OF for
eign ministers with the pay of soldiers, had
a direct tendency to create dissatisfaction in
the army. 1t was scheme to embarrass
the administration and aid the rebels. That
the speeches of Clymer did give aid and
comfort to the rebels is proved by the state
ment of Col Harry White He says that,
while he was detained from his seat in the
Senate in a rebel prison, Richmond paper
was brought into the prison with column
headed, in staring capitals, 'BoLD WORDS
FROM A YANKEE SPEECH OF Hon HE'S
TER CLYMER !" Then followed long extract
from his speech in the Senate. Col. White
says no words can express his feelings as he
read those blasting. whitening words, from
a northern man while he was suffering rebel
torture Thousands of our soldiers suffered
more than Col. White. Hester Clymer,
by his words and votes, encouraged the reb-
els to prolong the war The people remem-
Der him and as the frosts of October shriy-
el the leaves of summer, so will the indigna
ton of an outraged people crush the polti-
cal hopes of this Hester Clymer.
Free Press
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-06-20

In FAVOR OF DEsERTERS.-A leading
Copperhead of Bedford county has openly
declared that if the election boards of that
county refuse the vote of deserter on the
ples that the refusal is in conformity with
the act of the Legislature, he will prosecute
such officers. The man who made this as
sertion is Mr.. Shannon, the appointed
Democratic candidate for Prothonotary in
Bedford county. Will he do it?
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-06-20

The returning Fenians make a poor re-
turn for the free transportation given them
by the Government. On Wednesday night
three car loads of them on the Hudson Riv-
er Railroad committed series of outrages
Besides destroying freight on the train, they
their number out of the window while the
train was in motion.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-06-20

A Coop HrT-rhe Philadel phia Ledger
perpetrates the following In 1861, when
the vote was taken in Memphis upon the
ordinance of secession for Tennessee, but
six votes were cast against it and in favor of
the old Union. Now, however, Union SEN
timents have suddenly become so popular
that there are not less than six hundred
honest and truth telling citizens of Memphis,
each of whom claims to have been one of
the original six.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-06-20
Maj. 70, in 10
Union Dists. 2093
Mai. against in 50
Cop. districts, A.

1t will be observed that all the Wards of
Reading, save one, gave handsome majori
ties in favor of the soldiers, and that all the
country districts save eight, gave majorities
against the soldiers. The heaUiest so-called
Democratic Districts in Berks gave the
heaUiest maiorjties against the soldiers! We
ask our gallant veterans to scan this vote
closely, and when then come to vote, next
October, let them pay back ex-S Senator ely
mer and his friends in their own coin.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-06-20

Prof III. D. Rogers, the celebrated geolo-
gist is dead He was born in Philadelphia
of Irish parentage, in lS0S. His chief work
was an elaborate survey of Pennsylvania :;
which caused his recognition abroad. and
procured for him Professorship in the T.
University of Glasgow, in Scotland He was
in this country last year but his health
commenced failing soon after his return to
GLASGOW
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-06-20

of 5000 salary and mileage some members
of Congress receive $4,000, while others
receive cnly few hundred over $4,000.
1t is proposed to increase the salary to SIC,
900 and actual travelling expenses. That
looks like making the business of serving
the people a profession which certain per-
sons are to follow for life-ani these persons
men of wealth who can afford to spend three
times their salary for two years in election
eering 1t won t do On, for little Ben
Franklin on this subject
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-06-20

The news from Europe leads to the infer
ence that general war is inevitable. France,
Prussia, Italy, Russia all see, or think they
see, path opening through war to territori-
al aggrandizement, and are willing to take
the chances
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-06-20

Gold has been discovered at Canister. in
the township of Vernon. Sussex county
and at Vynockie. in Passaic county. New
Jersey. a ton of ore taken from the mine
of Mr.. 5. ID. Brown. in Canister abont
FIVE feet below the surface, and apparently
Of the average quality has been worked in
New York, and the yield was sss IN gold
and 1851 in silver, OF slO4, ,9l in all.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-06-20

The late Jacob Foss, OF Charlestown, left
$4,000, the interest to be spent in firing sa-
lutes, decorating and ringing bells on the ami
versary of Bunker Hill battle; $4,000 to be
spent for the benefit of the poor; $4,000 to
purchase United States flags, for the prop
er celebration; $4,000 to Cornish, n. H.,
his birthplace, the interest to purchase flags,
and 50 600 for the poor.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-06-20

Who SOLD THEM?-It is charged that
the Fenians purchased their arms at the u.
S. Arsenals. This allegation is substantial
ted partially by the fact that the arms borne
by the Fenans, ard seized by the q. S.
Government, are mostly Springfield rifles
as bright and new as when they came from
the >armorer. The question is, who sold
them? If the U. S. Agents, is it just to
recapture them without returning the pur-
chase money? This matter will bear inves-
tigation
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-06-20

1t is announced that Governor Curtin has
made proposition to the Governors of the
several States to call together the Legisla-
lures to ratify the Constitutional amend
ment just passed by Congress, and that it
meets with general appreciation.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-06-20

The cholera is slowly working its way
into New York, although it does not appear
to cause extraordinary excitement. Cases,
occurring mostly among the poorer classes,
living in crowded localities teeming with
filth, are reported daily, while at intervals
deaths take place which are clearly the result
of the cholera
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-06-20

1t is reported that Col Eli Slifer, of
Lewisburg. has declared in favor Of Mr..
Ciymer for Governor Go. DEM
1t is only reported in unscrupulous Cop
perhead new papers Ike the Democrat.
Mr. Slifer has authoritavely denied this re-
mort
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-06-20

HARK "A lady, formerly resident of
New Orleans, but now en- route to Europe,
has recently written an interesting letter TO
a female friend in Washington city, detailing
an account of an interview she had at Ha-
yana with Robert Toombs, ex- United States
Senator from Georgia. Mr. Ioombs still
avows his intention of yet calling the roll of
his former slaves at the foot of Bunker HILL
inc Quiet snooze in order 70 Iny;oorate
himself for another and as Mr.. 7. hopes.
more successful attempt to overthrow the
Government of the United States.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-06-20

The emigration to Denver this year is un-
precedentCd since 1861. Large parties,
mostly Of farmers and laborers. are arriving
daily. The crops promise an extraordinary
yield. Mining operations are unusually ac-
tive and encouraging
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-06-20

The boiler in the steam saw-mil OF Mr..
james Young, near Ebensbure, exploded
recently with terrible force. The building
and machinery were destroyed, and the en-
gineer, fireman, and two others were injur.
ed. One man was blown fifty feet, but was
not hurt.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-06-20

The Democrats of Illinois confess them
selves dead broke" and their Central
Committee have decided not to put State
ticket in the field this year
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-06-20

A despatch from Buffalo announces that
''Fenianism is played out for the present, f"
and that most of them are returning home
:, ZOO having left that city on the I4th.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-06-20

General Fisk has made an elaborate report
to General Howard upon the condition of
affairs in Tennessee and Kentucky He
says that during the month of May 77,177
rations were issued to white persons, and
7,4O9 to freedmen. He has ordered the dis
tributlon of an aggregate OF 80, 600 rations
tor June, at least two thirds of which will
go to the whites The people of Kentucky.
he thinks. are indisposed to properly care
for the aged and infirm freedmen, and their
support will, for time, be burden upon
the Government.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-06-20

Lovely girls and festive boys, send an "A
dressed envelope and 25 cents and T;n
send you some valuable information tb,.
will please you. Address, Miss JANE BRT
AN. S23. Rroadwav. New York.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-06-20

In Richmond, Va, white man was con
victed and sentenced to the penitentiary for
eight years, for shooting and robbing a col
ored man. named Hawkins
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-06-20

Serious apprehensions begin to he enter
tanned concerning Mr.. Thaddeus Stephens
whose complaint is .dropsv in the chest.
Private letters sneak gloomily. for while his
intellect is yet untouched. his physical frame
is rapidly breaking down.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-06-20

In Honduras, in fight which lasted q
hours, the government troops were defeat
ed by the insurgents
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-06-20

Nine acres of corn planted by two gentle
me in Pickaway county, Ohio, were recent
ly deyoured by rats in single night. They
both eat the grain aud the blade.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-06-20
How Clymer's District Voted.

The Constitutional Amendment giving
soldiers in the service the right to vote. was
submitted to the people of Pennsylvania at
a special election held August ?, 1864. AS
Senator, so Constituents. As Clymer lead.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-06-20

A few days since q young man, named
Cunningham, fell from the tower Of the
new lutheran church, in Greenville, dis
tanoe of sixty-ive feet, without sustaining
any material injury.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-06-20

Two extensive wooden factories were burn
ed in Frankford, Philadelphia, on the l4th.
Loss, $3.50, 000-insurance on the same,
SS5 600.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-06-20
The Unfairness of our Opponents.

The copperhead organs have commenced
early to pervert the objects of the amend
ment lately passed by Congress. In this
their action accords with that which made
them infamous and repuenant in public es-
timation at the precipitation Of the rebellion.
When the slave masters rev0lted these same
political demagogues asserted that the object
of the South was only and merely TO right
their wrongs. They did not intend to i'm
pair the system of free government They
had no objects antagoniStic to free inStitu
tions. Ii was not II cir purpose to abriage the
rights of men. But the very moment the
rebellion looked like success the disguise
was cast off and the Southern leaders de
ciared their purpose TO be the establishment
of government whose corner stone should
be slavery. They proclaimed the war to be
for the destruction of free government, for
the final and complete overthrow of the A
merican Union. Now. when the object is
to punish these men-when Congress pro-
poses TO hold those accountable who engag-
ed in this hOrrid work, and to secure guar
rantees for the Republic in the future, the
politicians in the North who defended trea-
son as merely an effort of people to right
their wrongs denounce the action of Con
gress as wrong on the white man. as
mere enterprise to elevate the negro to a
level with the white man. Every man who
has read the constitutional amendment
knows that such is purely not the fact
There is no design in that amendment to
establish an equality of races which shall
affect In the least the social relations of the
white man. But there are thousands of
men controlled by the copperhead leaders
whe will not read that amendment, and it
is such as these who are to be controlled by
appeals to their preiudices On this subject
The Philadelphia Age has taken the initia-
tive in this game of deception. It is only
necessary, however, to refer to the record
for facts sufficiently explicit to explode all
these attempts to mislead the masses in es-
timating the true objects of the Constitu-
tioual Amendment What is sought first
of all, is to make treason odious and trait
ors infamous This is the cardinal princi-
pie involved in the amendment. When it
does this it secures the rights of all men,
as treason affects every mans rights. 1t
puts bar on any future attempt to pay the
debts of the rebellion. 1t opens the courts
Of Justice to all men. 1t makes all men re-
sponsible to the Government which protects
them. It leaves no room for class legisla-
ton. 1t fixes the equality of loyalty, which
means that loyal man whatever the color
Of his skin, who faithfully supports the Gov
ernment. who is willing to die to enforce
It's authority. is the superior of traitor, be
he white or black Telegraph.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-06-20

Mortimer Gibbony, one of the murderers
of Abraham Deems, was hung at Parkers-
burg, West Virginia, on Friday. 18th.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-06-20

All may marry happily, irrespective =.
age, wealth, or beauty; and the love of tba "
opposite sex can be gained by following sin,
pie rules. Send directed envelope to s..
RAH LAMBERT. Greenpoint, New York
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-06-20

James W. Patterson, was elected e. S.
Senator, on June 18th, by the New Hamp-
shire Legislature.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-06-20

Gold advanced to 1884 on Saturday, ir
New York, on the receipt of the news of q
probable war in Europe z
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-06-20

At least twelve hundred Mexicans were
executed in one month, at Zacatecas, under
Maximillian'S decree condemning to death
those opposed to his Government
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-06-20

DR.. T. W Bell, an eminent phi<ician of
Louisville. makes these observations in re-
gard to cholera: The cause of this disease
acts alone at night and upon sleeping per-
sons. No amount Of exposure in the worst
localities of the distemper. imperils the
wakeful, moving, individual. have seen
hundreds of instances of this fact without
one alteration from the statement of TIE
proposition. l have myself spent many
night in these localities during the ravages
of the epidemic. and never felt that I was
in any peril while kept awake, and the
best security for that is to keep in motion. -
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-06-20
alsr Adrertissments.

AdUert5 set large type, cuts, Of No.
style rc be charged double price for space occnss
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-06-20

Walter A Watson, the murderer of Capt
kenter, in Cincinnati, was sent enced, on
Saturday. TO be hung on the 3lst OF august.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-06-20

Although labor is scarce and wages high
in every part of Ireland, the exodus to A
merlca is rapidly on the increase
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-06-20
IT F. N A U q L z
WATCH MAKER,
GRAHAM'S ROW, CLEARFIELD.

The undersigned respectfully informs his old
customers and the public. that he has on hand,
land constantly receiving new additiOns) large
stock of Clocks, Watches and Jewelry.
CLOCKS, large variety from the best Man
ufactoI y, consisting of Eightday and thirty hour
spring aud Weight and Levers, Time, Strike and
Alarm clocks
WATCHES-a fine assortment, of silver Hunt
ing and open case American patent Levers. plain
and full JeweIed
GOLD PENS elegant assortment, Of tho
best quality. Also, in silver extension and desk
holders
SPECTACLES, large assortm ant, far and
sight, colored and plain glass.
JEWELRY of every variety, from n single
piece TO a full set
ALSO, fine assortment of Spoons, Forks, bu.
ter knives etc, plated on genuine Alsbata.
All kinds of Clocks. Watches and Jewelry care.
fully repaired and Warranted
continuance of patronage is solicited
Nov. 2Sth, 1865. Ii. +. NAUGLE
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-06-20

In London, the other day, ferocious
game cock few at child and pecked it so
severely on the head that death resulted.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-06-20

The Legislature of Tennessee will be con-
vened in special session. and will ratify the
Constitutional Amendment, That done,
loyal members from that State will be ad-
mitted to seats in Congress.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-06-20

It Is expected that the sugar crop of 1866
VIII reach twelve thousand hogsheads.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-06-20

The Fenians, in various convocations, are
denouncing the President for the rigor with
which he has enforced the neutrality laws
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-06-20

Hot water satis6eth no thirst, angry
words mend no broken cups and saucers.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-06-20

Since the beginning Of the year. 50, ,see
immigrants have arrived in New York.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-06-20

Mahoney, the victim of Military despo
tisln, is about starting a Democratic paper
IN ST. Louis
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-06-20

It's stated that the recruiting officers Of the
regular army enlist three thousand soldiers
monthly
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-06-20

Gen. Lewis Cass died at Detroit on last
Sunday morning, in the s4th year of his
Ags
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-06-20

John Ross, Chief of the Cherokees. is SC
i'll that little hopes of his recovery are en-.
tertained.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-06-20

About 1000 soldiers have been inferred in
the National Cemetery, at Hampton, Va.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-06-20

Toinsure attention, the CASH must accom-,
ny notices, as followG-All Cautions and Strsu
with 81, SO; Auditors, Administrator and I,
ecutors notices, Sc $50, each Dissolutions, 80.
all other transient Notices at the same rs,s,
Other advertisements at 81 so per uare for 81,
less Inser tions Ten lines (or less count sous,.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-06-20

L ne birds are the most successful of agri-
e0itnrlsts, as their crops rsvsr fail.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-06-20

The ladies' wear mohair dresses and more
hair head dresses
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-06-20

CAUTION.-All persons hereby caution.
" ed against purchasing or meddling with III.
Briggs, of Ferguson township. to wit l bsy
horse, bay colt2 COWS, farming utensils. sheer
hogs, stoves beds and household furniture; :,
the same belongs to me and has only been lsh
with said Briggs on loan, and subject to my OF.
ders at any time
June 20. IS66-5tp LEWIS j. HURD
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-06-20

II EATING ESTATE.-Mr. Cha's Scbps,,,
IN has DO authority to sell lands or receir.
moneys belonging to this estate. Persons hayins
paid him moneys will please inform IN Of n,
dates and amounts, WS. A. WALLACE
June 20, 1866 -3tp Attorney 2s
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-06-20
CLYMER AND THE SOLDIERS.
He Votes Against Giving Them Increased
Paw

The opposition of the CCpperhead lead
ers to the soldiers during the war is well
known. 1t amounted to Intense hatred.
They could not look upon a blue coat with
out stigmatizing the wearer as one of Lin
coins hirelings" They opposed every
measure for the increase OF the Union ar
my, or for the comfort, protection, and IN
crease of remuneration Of those in ths SER
vice. Hon. Hester Clymer, not mer ly as
an individual, but as Senator OF Pennsyi-
vania shared this feeling. On the ID of
April, 1864, on vote to secure increased
pay to the soldiers every Democrat, Sen
ator Clymer included Except Kinsey of
Bucks, voted nay. We reprint the reso
luton and the vote As published in the Har-
risburg Telegraph at the time. The resolu-
tion was as follows
Resolced. That our representatives IN
Congress be requested to vote for, and use
their influence for the passage OF law ln-
creasing the pay OF private soldiers and non
commissioned officers in the army OF the
United States.
On the final passage of the resolution the
yeas and nays were required by Mr.. Boards
lee and MIR. CLY MER and were as follows,
viz:
YEAs-Messrs Champneys, Connell, Dun
lap. Fiemming, Graham, Hoge, Household
er. johnson. Kilsey Lowry, McCandess,
Nichols, RiGgway, St. Clair, TurrelI, Viii
son, " orthington aud Penny, SpeaLer.-lS.
NAYs-Messrs Bear{slee Bucher. CLK
IHER. D0aoraa, Giatz, Hopkins, Lanaber-
tou. Latta, Mc.Sherry, Montgoa,ery, Reilly,
Smith. Stark, Stein and IPaitace.-l5.
Every Democrat but Kinsey, of Bucks
county, roted against increasing the pay of
the soldiers.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1866-06-20
NEW STORE Il NEW STOREm
J, Shaw & Son,

Have just returned from the east and are now
opening an entire stock of goods in the room
formerly occupied by VIM. F. Irwin, Market
Street, which they now offer to the public at the
lowest cash prices.
Their stock consists of a general assortment Of
Dry Goods. Groceries, Queensware Hardware,
Boots, Shoes. Hats. Caps. Bonnets, Dress Goods
Fruits, Candies Fish. Salt, Bronms Nails etc
in fact, everything usually kept in retail stor.
can be had by calling at this store, or will bs
procured TO order.
Their stock is well selected. and consists Of he
newest goods is of the best quality, of the ates,
styles. and will be sold at lowest prices for cash,
or exchanged for approved country produce
Be sure and call and examine our stock before
making your purchases, determi ned 70
please all who may favor with their custom
May 9, 1866. J. SHAW SON.