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Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1867-10-26
Registers Notice.


NOTICE is hereby given to all legatoes, creditors
aid other persons interested in the following estates
that the Administrators, Executors and Guardians
OF the within named, have filed their accounts with
the Register of Northumberland county, and that
sSid accounts. will be presented to the Orphans
court 1or confirmation and allowance, on Tuesday
November 9th, 1867, at 10 A. M.
l. The account of Jacob Spatz Guardian Of Cath
arine and Susannah Bordner, minor children of Jo
seph Bordncr, decd, filed July IS, 1867.
y The account Of Geo. H. Hoffman, administrator
oil Jane IL. Hoffman, decd, filed, July 81, 1867
.. The account of Henry Raup, Guardian of Hon
ryD. Wartmen, filed August 8, 1867
a. The final account of j. + Wolfnger Esq
Guardian of Henrietta r., Celeste s. and George
kull, filed August IA, 1867
. The account Of S. j. Kay, Administrator Of
Mary J Kay, decd, filed August 29 1867
6. The account of James Bachcler, Administrator
of DR.. Isaiah Eoulk, decd, filed Sept g. 1867.
z. The account Of Peter Wagner, Administrator
of John Smith, dec d., filed Oct |, 1867.
s. The account Of Aaron Strouse Administrator
of Nathan Grimm dec d. filed Oct. 8, 1867
0. The account of Daniel Z. Caul, Administrator
of Dennis G. Caul, dec'd filed Oct. ), 1867.
10. The account Of John Tressler, Administrator
OF John A. Kiehl decd, filed Oct 3, 1867.
}. A. j. CUMMINGS, Register.
Sunbury, Oct. H. 1867.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1867-10-26
NEW ADVERTISEMENTS.
SHERIFF SALES.


DY virtue of certain writ of Levari Facas, to me
ID directed will be exposed to public sale, at the
Court House, in Sunbury Pa, on Monday, Noven-
Der 4th, 1867, at o'clock p NJ, the following de-
scribed property to wit
All that certain tract or parcel of land with the
Rolling Mill building thereon erected, situate in
Coal Township in the County of Northumberland,
and State of Pennsy beginning at peg IN the
centre line of the Branch Railroad 10 Big Mountain;
thence south eightytwo degrees, seventeen and one
half minutes west ono hundred and seventy nine
and one-half feet to post thence by land survey
ed in the name OF Samuel Clark, north one degree
six minutes, east seven hundred feet and one-tenh
of foot to post thence north eghtyt degrees
seventeen and half minutes, east seyentytwo feet
and four -enths of foot to peg in the centre line
of the Branch Railroad to Big Mountain; thence
along the same south seven degrees and forty two
minutes and halt, east six hundred and nnety-one
feet and eightenths of foot to the first mentioned
peg in the line o. the Branch Railroad to Big
Mountain aforesaid and place OF beginning, contain.
ing two acres of land, strict measure, being part of
! certain tract parcel of land containing six and
one half acres of land which William T. Evans and
wife by indenture bearing date the Attn DAY Oh fep
| ruary, A. ID. 1858, recorded at Sunbury, &c.
Seized TAX en- in execution and to be sold as the
property of Frederick Albert Reinstoin, Trustee OF
! Susan Longnecker, wife of David Longnecker ana
Susan Longnecker' his Iso VIE
Bv yirtue of certain writ of Fieri Facias, will be
sold ON the premises, in Milton, on Friday, Nov. I'd
1867, at 10 o'clock A. NJ, the following described
property, to wit
Ali that certain real estate situated in the
| borough of Milton, Northumberland county Pa,
bounded and described as follows, viz; The un-
divided one-half interest in all that certain lot or
parcel of ground situated in the borough Of Milton
as above bounded and described as follows to wit
On the north by lets of Sarah W. Comfy. on the
east by the Pennsylva canal the south by lots
Of Teas heirs and the west by an alley, containing
one acre, more or less, on which is erected two
dwelling houses part frame and part brick, story
and half high, butcher shop and stable and
other outbuildings. Also boat yard and dry
dock, &e,
Seized, taken in execution and to be sold as the
property of Charles Hoy. =.
D. BECKLEY, Sheriff
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1867-10-26

The cold winds are limiting the approach of win
ter. The outer man demands an additional supply
of clothing. ]. F. ShaeFer, Merchant Tailor, in
Market square, has anticipated tho wants of all,
and has stocked his establishment with extensive
assortment of Winter goods, which he invites all to
call and examine
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1867-10-26

THs TREES are now beginning 10 change their
Dress and we may show our good sense by following
them, and since We put our autumnal attire so
oheaply by patronising the Continental Clothing
Bazaar, in Market Square, there is no excuse for
any unbccomingly dressed person All are invited
to call and see the large stock
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1867-10-26

MYsTERioUs-on Sunday last number of per-
cons congregaed in Cakes addition, at the trestle-
work of the P. & L Railroad, to witness the drag
grg of the pond underneath for the body of a man
named Elliot, who, it was supposed, had fallen into
it, night or two previous, and drowned. The
body was not found. Mr. Elliot had been paid off
by the company few days previous, and suddenly
disappeared the same evening, since which nothing
has been heard of him
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1867-10-26

TnE man who couldn't "trust his feelings is
supposed to have done business entirely on cash
basis. Speaking of a leash basis" reminds one of
the large and successful business that Thaeher, of
the First National Boot and Shoe Store, in Pleas
ants building, Market square, is doing ion that
line" The secret of his success is that he gives
better and cheaper article, for cash, than can be
had outside of the large cities.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1867-10-26

Fnosr.-We have lately had several heavy frosts,
indicating the approach of winter. This early cold
snap very forcbly reminds of the large stock of
goods, suitable for Fall and Winter wear exhibit
tion at ]. o. Beck's Merchant Tailoring establish
ment Fourth street, where neat fitting suits are
made up cheaply and in the latest style. Every
gentleman should wear one of Becks best cut
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1867-10-26

No HUMBUG! No BoAsTIsG But actual facts
prove that there is always hand at tho Excelsior
Boot and Shoe Store, in the old Dewart building,
Market street, the largest and best selected stock in
that line to be had anywhere in the county. He war
rants every article sold by him to be just as repre-
scented, or the money will be refunded
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1867-10-26

THE NEW CoMNIssIoSER.-Mr. Jacob Hunsecker,
the newly elected County Commissioner, was sworn
in on Monday, l4th inst, and Immediately entered
upon the discharge of his duties. Mr. Hunseckcr is
Il gentleman of excellent character and will, no
doubt, make good officer.
Mr.. Martin, the retiring Commissioner, is well
known in this county as of the most active and
intelligent Commissioners VIC have had for many
YCnrs
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1867-10-26

A New YoRk paper wants the ladies to play base
ball. maintaining that it is ''worth twice much
this insipid, Amanda Arabella game called Grow X
which is nothing but mighty poor kind of billiards
on the grass" We would recommend gentlemen to
lay aside base ball for the and turn their at
tention to the beautiful styles of Hats and Caps,
at Faust's, in Market Square, where can also be
purchased a superior Umbrella.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1867-10-26

THE season is now at hand when change of at
tire is necessary, and the query will be with many
where to get the best and cheapest Smck's cstab-
lishment Fourth street. near Market, is the
place to find new and attractive goods, done up in
the latest style, and best of finish. Call and
inc the stock he has lust received from the cities
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1867-10-26
BUSINESS NOTICES.

UJOb Printing.-Havin received a
large supply of NEW JOB TYPE. of various now
styles, Posters, Handbls, Circulars, Cards, Letter
Heads, Bill Hcads Labels, &C., can be printed in
tho latest and best styles, and on short notice
Orders by mail promptly attended to,
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1867-10-26

ByERLYs PHOTOGRAPHS are acknowledged to be
the best made in this place vicinity Notwith-
standing this his prices are as low as elsewhere.
Byerly's popular Gallery is in Simpsons building,
Market Square, Sunbury.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1867-10-26

WE direct attention to the advertisement of Mrs
8 Simpson, who has been appointed IN agent of
5. M Singer, for the sale of his excellent Sewing
Machines. These machines can be seen at her resi-
deDce, ON Walnut street
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1867-10-26

New STEAM SAW MtLL.-0ur enterprising friend
Ira I. Clement, Esq, has commenced tho founda-
ton for new Steam Saw Mill, on Front street.
near Race. The mill will be of large capacity
and will, when completed, employ number of
men to run it. Mr.. Clement is an experienced
iumberman md an enterprising citizen, and we
wish him SUCCESS
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1867-10-26

TEACHER, of the First National Boot and Shoe
Store, in Peasants' building, Market square, has
the largest and cheapest stock Of goods in Sunbury
he sells at least 10 per cent cheaper, for cash. than
any other store in the county, and conseq
is extensively natronized.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1867-10-26

LlTERARY SocIETY.-We arc pleased to learn
that several of our young men making efforts to
organize a literary society. We hope they will
succeed, and meet with the proper encouragement
from our citizens well conducted society will
not only be credit to the town, but will be bene.
fit to those connected with it.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1867-10-26

InE extensive mill Of the Watsonown Lumber
Company is in full operation, and is now turning
out 10000 feet of lumber per day, besides lath,
paling, shingles, &C., in proportion. During the
recent stoppage of the mill four new boilers were
added to the eight already in, and steam in sutfi.
cient quantity is now furnished.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1867-10-26

PUBLIC scnooLs.-we are requested to state that
the public schools of this place will be opened on
Monday, the 4th of November, and in Cakes ad.
dition on Monday, the llth
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1867-10-26
Sold by all druggists.

HELMBOLDs EXTRACT BUcHU and Improved
Rose Wash cures secret and delicate disorders IN all ther
stages at little expense little change IN Diet no IN,
and no posure la pleasant IN taste and
odoT immediate in its action, and free hom az hlu'
tous rrorertief hhH"' V
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1867-10-26
Zoral AHairs.

APPOINTED. D.-Isaao s. hartman was appointed
Constable by the Special Court, on Monday week
last, for Jackson township
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1867-10-26
SUBSCRIPTION ONE DOLLAR.

Any person sending US Oae Dollar or paying the
same to our local Agents, will receive Immediately
fine Steel Plate Engraving, at choice from the fol-
lowing list, and One Certificate of Stock, insuring
One Present in the Great Distribution.
ONE DOLLAR ENGRANINGS.
No; My Child Ny Child - No. 2-"Thcy're
Say cd They re Saved ~ No. Sold Se,enty-six
or, the Early Days of tho Revolution"
Any person paying Two Dollars will receive either
of the following fine Steel Plates, at choice, mud
Two Certificates OtStock, thus becoming entitled to
Two Presents.
TWO DOLLAR ENdRAyINGs.
No. .1-"Washington Courship." No 2--..Wash
ington Last Interview with his Mother
THREE DOLLAR EhGRAvINGS.
Any person paying three dollars will receive tho
beautiful Steel Plate Of
'nOME FROM THIS WAR"
and three Certificates 0! Stock, becoming entitled
to three Presents.
-FOUR DOLLAR ENGRAviNGs
Any person paying Four Dollars shall receive the
large and beautiful Steel Plate Of
''THE PERILs OF OUR FOREFATHERS."
and Four Certificates of Stock, emitting them to
-Four Presents
FIVE DOLLAR ESGRAvINGs
Any person who pays Five Dollars shall receive
the large and splendid Steel Plate of
THE MARRIAGE OF POCAHONTAS
And Five Certificates of Stock emitting them to Five
Presents.
The engravings and Certificates will be delivered
to each subscriber at Local Agencies, or sent by
mail, post paid, or express, as may be ordered.
HOW TO OBTAIN SHARES AND ENGRAVIFGs
Send orders to us by mail, enclosing from 81 to $40
either by Post Office orders in registered letter. at
our risk Larger amounts should be sent by draft
10 shaes with Ene'avings $3.50
25 shares with EngIavings % SO
SO shares with EEgravings 1850
70 shares with Engravings $3.50
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1867-10-26

Estate Of Michael I.enlScr, decd.
NIOTICE is hereby given that letters of admins
N tration having been granted TO the undersigned
onoy township, Northumberland county, Pa, de-
ceased all persons indebted to said estate are re-
quested to make immediate payment and those
having claims present them duly authenticated for
settlement.
ANDREW DITTY,
ABRAHAM LENKER,
Lower Mahonoy, Oct. 5, ls67.-6t Adm'rs
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1867-10-26

Col. CHARLES KLEcKNER, late of New Berlin,
Union county was elected member of the House
of Representatives from the 9th district Of Phila-
delphia, at the recent election. During the rebel
lion the Colonel commanded the l7cd Regimen
of Drafted (nine months) Militia, whck was COM
posed almost entirely of men from Northumberland
and Snyder counties. He is a staunch Republican
The good work undertaken by the Washington
Library Company, of Philadelphia for the ondow
ment of the Riverside Institute as National Home
and College for the orphans of those soldiers who
were fed at the noble National Refreshment Saloon
of that city, goes bravely on That their noble OBJ.
jcct may be most surely accomplished, they have
issued five series of fine seel-platc engravings one
of which is given with every share of stock sod at
prices much below their retail value In connection
with this superb inducement, every shareholder is
guaranteed present in the great distribution of
$500 900 worth, Many of them quite fortunes of
themselves. We notice that one is worth high as
$40, 600, another $50, another $4,000, one
$40 900, one $4,000, two $4,000 each, and large
number ranging from 81 900 to $50 each n +.
Lightner is the authorized agent for Sunbury and
vicinity. Read the advertisement
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1867-10-26
Dr, Scllcncl&'s Mandrake Pills.
A Substitute for CI1OnncI.

Dr, SchcnclS's Mandrake PILLS.
A Substitute for CaIOnncI.
These Pills are composed of various roots, having
the power to relax the secretions of the liver as
promptly and ohectually as blue pill or mercury,
and without producing any of those disagreeabe or
dangerous effects which often follow tho use Of the
latter.
In all bilious disorders these Pills may be used
with confidence, ms they promote the discharge Of
yitiated bile, and those obstructons from the
liver and hillary ducts which are tho cause OF
bilious affections in general.
SCHENCK'S MANDRAKE PILLS cure sick
headache, and all disorders of the Liver, indicated
by sallow skim coated tongue, costiyeness, drowsl-
ness, and general feeling of weariness and lassi-
tude, showing that the liver is in torpid or OBJ
tsructed condition.
In short these Pills may be used with advantage
in all cases when purgatye or Alternative medicine
is required
Please ask for CDR. Schcnck's Mandrake Pills"
and observe that the two likenesses of the Doctor
on the Government stamp-one when in the last
stage of Consumption, and the other in his present
health.
Sold by all Druggists and dealers. Price, % cents
per box, Principal Office, No 10 North 9th Street,
Philadelphia, Pa.
81 Park Row, New York; S. S. Hance, los Balti
more St., Baltimore, Nd. John d. Park, N. L, cor
of Fourth and Walnut St. Cincinnati, Ohio ; Walker
Taylor 1874 and 1856 Wabash Avenue, Chicago,
Vine Sts., st. Louis, Mo.
Oct. 20, 1S66.-4th& 5th W .ea,mo,ly
BOILS.
Like the volcano, Boils give issue to tho foul and
fiery contents of the deep interior. To remove the
cause Of such suffering it is only necessary to vital
ize the blood by supplying it with the Life Element
IRON.
THE PERUVIAN SYRUP,
Ia protected solution Of the Protoxde of Iron will
do this effectually, and give strength, rigOy and
neW life to the whole system.
EXTRACT OF A LETTER FROM REV. RICHARD S.
EDEs, OF BoLroS, MASS.
"For years l a sufferer from Boils SO that my
life became wearisome through their frequent and
| persistent recurrence finally a carbuncle formed
in the small of my back. During its progress large
| pieces of decomposed flesh were every day or two
cut away, and the prostration and general dstur'
bance Of the system were great. Before had re-
covered from this attack two smaller carbuncles
broke out higher up, and l was again threatened
with recurrence Of the suferings to which had SC
| long been subjected. 1t was at this time that
commenced taking the PERUVIAN SYRUP.
continued taking il until l had used five bottles
since then have had nothing OF the kind. Fo
years was one Of the greatest sufferers. Othel
medicines gave me partial and temporary relief, bu
sense went directly to the root OF the evil and Die
its work with thoroughness worthy of its estab
lished character"
A 80 page Pamphlet sent FREQ The genuine ha
| "Pernvian Syrup" blown in the glass
J P. DINSM0RE, Proprietor,
i No. 80 Dey St., New York,
Sold by all druggists. Oct. ly-4t
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1867-10-26


TIE DEATH OF Mr., john W. CuRNs.-The Lew
isburg Chronicle gives the following particulars of
the death of John W. Curns, who was killed at that
place on Wednesday of last week. Mr.. Curns was
well known in sunbury, having been employed as
superintendent of stone work in the construction of
the Phila. Erie Machine Shops, at this place -
"a fatal accident occurred at the first pier of the
new bridge at this place, on Wednesday forenoon
which resulted in the death of MIR. John W Curns
superintendent of the masonry department Of the
bridge. The derrick, which was used for hosting
the stone from the Gat into the pier, broke, and
Mr.. Curns being under it at the time struck by
descending piece Of timber, crushing his head in
most terrible manner, and killing him instantly
Mr.. Curns was from above Jersey Shore, where he
leaves wife and family to mourn his death Three
of his and two brothers were here at the time
of the accident. His remains have been taken
home for interment His age was about IS years. :"
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1867-10-26

THE RIVERSIDE lNsTITUwE,


Situate at Riverside, Burlington County New Jer.
sey, is founded for the purpose OF grntuously edu
eating the sons Of deceased Soldiers and Scamen ol
the United States.
The Board of Trustees consists of the following
well known citizens of Pennsylyania and New Jersey
HON, WILLIAM 3. MANN,
District Attorney, Philadelphia, Pa
HON. LEWIS Il. BRO0MALL,
Ex-Chef Coiner U. S, Mint, and Recorder of
Deeds Philad a., Pennsy lyania
HON. JAMES NJ. SCoVEL, New Jersey.
HON. W. W. WARE, ew jersey
HENRY GORMAN, Esq,
Agent Adams Express, Philadelphia, Pa.
j, L, COE, Esqo Joy, Coo Co, Philadelphia.
TREASURY DEPARTMENT WASBISGroN, b. c.
April is, lS67.-O6ice Of Internal Revenue Hay
ing received satisfactory evidence that the proceeds
of the enterprise conducted by tire Nv ashingtOn
Library Company will be devoted to charitable
use, permission is hereby granted to said Company
to conduct such enterprise exempt FROM all charge
whether from special lax or other duty,
4. A ROLLINS, Commissioner
The Ascension have appointed IN Receivers, Mcsss.
GEORGE A. COOKE co, whose wed known ln'e
gIIy and business experience will be sufficient Guaan
tee that the money mtrusted to them will be promptly ap
pied to the purpose stated.
PHLABELrHIA, Pa, May 20, leo''
TO the oaicers and Members ui the Washington Libra
ry Co, N. 5. READ, Secretary.
Genuemen On receipt, OF your favor Z" the i2,n ns, &
notifying us of our appointment as IL ceNets '" s slr
Company we took the liberty TO submit copy ., ~
Chatter, with plan ot your enterprise, !" ~ -,
legal authority uf the State and having received s
able opinion in regard to legality, ana slupatlHhs
with The beley VIOLENT object of youI Assocmtion va ,nS
education and maintenance ul the orphan eae Il hav. o%
Concluded to accent the trust and TO our best es 10
pto,aote ~ worthy uu Object
Respectfully, yours, Scr 80,
GEo. A. CoohE "
Address all letters and orders 70 y.NxpHs
GEO 4. COOKE a CO, BANkEks' B' y,
aJ South Thlld Street, Philadelphia Ia
| Receivers foi N, Washington Library Co.
sunSurv Pa is the authorized Agent Of the Tom
rany for this place and vicinity
! October 49, 1897
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1867-10-26
SHOEMAKERS.

TIE best qualities of Sole Leather, french Calf
skins, Morrocoos, Innings, Lasts, Nails, Pegs
Tools Of all kinds and every thing by the trade
for sale low by J u. C0Nl.EY co
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1867-10-26
GpGial n Offices.

| AN SURE that no one will use that popular arti-
Gle known as Goes Cough Balsam but once before
they will be convinced that it exccls all the rene
dies ever discovered for Group, Coughs, Colds,
Soreness of tho Throat and Lungs, Keep it in the
house-it may save your life.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1867-10-26

RAILROAD IMrRovEMENTs.--W observe that the
Northern Central Railroad Company has strong
force at work extensive improvement in the
lower end of town Workmen are engaged in lay
ing tracks for the purpose of transhpping coal from
the company's into those of individual owners
and others These Improvements, consisting of ex
tensivo bins and schutes when completed will enable
the company TO rc-ship one thousand tons of coal
pcr daV
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1867-10-26

TIL E HI EALING POOL,
And House of Mercy.
HOWARD ASSOCIATION REPORTS for Young
Men, on the crime of Solitude, and the Errors Abu-
ses and Diseases which destroy the manly powers,
and create impedments to Marriage, with sure
of relief. Sent in sealed letter envelopes, free of
charge. Address DR.. j. SKILL1N HOUGHT0N,
Howard Association, Philadelphia, Pa
June S, lS67.-1y
TO COnsunptives.
The REV. EDWARD A. WILSON will send free
ofcharge to all who desire it, the prescription with
dy by which be cured of lung affection and
that dread disease Consumption His only object is
to benefit the afflicted and he hopes every sufferer
will try this prescription, as it will cost them nothing,
any may prove blessing. Please address
REV. EDWARD A. WILSON,
my ls'67ly Williamsburg, Kings Co, n. Y.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1867-10-26

MlLToN ITEMs.-We copy the following items
from the Miltonian, of the 18th inst. Levi Ma
thas while out hunting few days since, shot and
wounded n large black bear. These animals are
said to bo plenty this season.
Tho Quarterly Convention of the Good Tenn
plars of this District will be held at Milton on
the 18th of November next A large attendance
is expected.
A little son of Mr.. Hammond Cadwallader was
badly scaded on Monday last The mother Of the
boy was visit to her mother, Mrs. Murray
when the little fellow turned over upon himself
Kettle of hot water, the scadng fluid running down
his back and burning him quite severely, though
not dangerously
The Commissioner of Internal Revenue has de-
cided that groundrent deeds should be stamped the
same as other conveyances of realty, sold at the
rate of so cents for each $500 or fractional part Of
$500 of the consideration or value.