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Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1867-08-22

A MODEL CoRREsPoNDENT-A pub
Usher Of paper in Iowa made ar
rangements with a man in neigh
boring town to furnish him with news
items from that locality The result
of the arrangement is as follows, and
was rather startling to tho editor I:
"There iz not much moose around
here yit, but there iz a littul. A man
had his he'd cut in a fite last mite, the
doctur scz if he don't git well before
mornin, that he will hev to die sartin,
be leves small wife and family.
Another man IL sick and / CESS he's
got the kolery but sum people say his
wife pizened him, the doctur kant tell
yit, but when he dies they are goin
70 hold posi- mOriiRg over him. An
other man morse uidv last nitv. 1Iv
could eat moar than emmy 8 kattul
round, and since he dide oats hev
gone down tn sents on bushel This
IL all the moose here now. Don't for
git TO send a paypur,
"YoUR koRIsPoNDINT." "
Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1867-08-22

Some excitement was created at
Ellenburg, N. Y, last Sunday, by tho
discovery that clergyman who had
been preaching some little time in a
neighborhood close by Ellcnburg De
pot and Clinton Mill, was a woman.
During service at the latter place, she
tainted away, when the imposition
was discovered.
Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1867-08-22

A lawyer who was sometimes for
getful, having been engaged to plead
tho case Of an offender, began by say
ing; IL know the prisoner at the bar,
and he bears the character Of being a
most consummate ndimpudent scoun-
drel." Here somebody whispered to
him that the prisoner was his client,
when he Immediately continued; "But
what great and good man ever lived
who was not illuminated by his con
temporaries z"
Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1867-08-22

LIBERIAN EMIGRANTs.-Several OF
the freedmen who emigrated from
Charleston to Liberia last year, have
just returned, bringing very disoour
aging accounts. Letters from those
who remained in Liberia are 20 the
same purport, and they advise South
orn freedmen against emigration.
Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1867-08-22

Those two observing men, one of
~phom said that he had al way - '.e ieed
when he nveu tI..o-sh tho month oil
May he lived through the year, and
the other of whom said at a wedding
that he had remarked that more
women than men had been married
that year, were neither OF them Irish
men.
Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1867-08-22

A very religious old lady being
asked her opinion of the organ of Q
church, the first time she had ever
seen or heard one, replied: cit is a
pretty box of whistles but, oh it's
an awful way to spend the Sabbath
Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1867-08-22

A Dutchman from the proiano city
Of Rotterdam, but at present residing
in Hoboken, recently took occasion,
"as it wero," TO kill his dog, the dog
having killed one of his sheep. After
shooting him until he was extremely
defunct, our Touton took a club and
cOmmonceu uUatiug uio N--a.'s brains
out. Neighbor Smith camo along,
and asked
"What are you pounding the dog
forY Don't you see he's dead 2
ayes" answered Hootzonsweitzer,
"but / means to let him know that
thore's q hereafter %
Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1867-08-22

Curran, the witty Irish barrister,
was pleading the case Of certain Miss
Tickle. The Judge was also bit Of a
wit, and OurTan opened the case with
"Tickle my client, the deiendent, my
lord" The Judge interrupted him
with "Tickle her yourself Curran,
you're as well able TO do il as | am.
Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1867-08-22
astistellanenus.
CHEAP FURNITURE.
JOHN GULICH

JOIlN w OblOh
nUS1RES TO inform bic old friends and Gus
IL toners, that having enlarged his shop and
increased his facilities for manufacturing. he Is
now prepared to make 10 order such Furniture as
may be desired, In good style and at cheap rates
for CASH. He generally has on hand, at his
Furniture rooms, a varied assortment Of ready
made furniture, among which are rT
BUREAUS AND sIDE-BOARDS.
wardrobes and Book Cases; Centre, Sofa, Parlor,
Breakfast and Dining Extension Tables; Com
mon. French,prop., Cottage, Jenny Lind and other
BedEteads Sofas Of all kinds, Work stands,
Hat-racks, Wash stands; Rocking and Arm
Chairs spring-seat, cane bottom, parlor, COM
mon and other Chairs; Looking -glasses of every
description on hand and new glosses for old
frames, which will be put 10 on very reasonable
terms on shortest notice. lie also keeps on hand
or furnishes to order, Corn husk, Hair and Cot
ton-top Mattresses.
CoFFTSs OF EVERY KIND
Made to order, and funerals attended with n
Hearse Whenever desired. Also, House Painting
done to order. The subscriber also mauufae-
lures, and has constantly on hand, Clements
Patent Washing Machine the best now In use
Those using his machae never need be with
out clean clothes He also has Flyers Patent
chuTn, a superior article. A family using this
chun never need be without butter
All the above and many other articles are fur
nished to customers cheap for CASH or exchanged
for approved country produce. Cherry. Maple,
Poplar, Linwood and other Lumber suitable for
Cabinet work, taken in Exchange for furniture.
Ess-Remembcr the shop Is on Market street,
Clcarheld, Pa and nearly opposite the "old Jew
Store" JOHN GULICH.
November 20, 1862
Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1867-08-22
CIearfield Nursery.

ENCOURAGE HOME INDUSTRY.
fTNHE undersigned, having established a Nur-
Il sery on the Pike, about half way between
clearfold and Curwensville, is prepared TO fur
dwari) Evergreens, Shrubhery, Grape Vines,
Gooseberries. Lawton Blackberry, Straw berry,
and Rasbcrry Vines. Also, Siberian Crab Trees,
Ounce, and early scarlet Rhubarb, &C. Orders
promptly attended 10. Address,
J. D. WRIGHT.
sep9e.e eS-y Curwensville, Pa
Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1867-08-22

The great source of pleasure is va.
riety. We love TO expect and when
expectation is disappointed or graft
fed, we want to be again expecting.
Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1867-08-22

A wharf caved in at Philadelphia
on Tuesday, drowning three men and
destroying $4,000 worth of sugar
and molasses
Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1867-08-22

1t is reported that should Juarcz
decline reelection rs President of
Mexico, he will be appointed Minister
70 the United States.
Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1867-08-22
Attention, Soldiers.

EQUALIZATION OF BOUNTY.
A III SOLDIERS or Is6I-'62-'63 are
"A entitled 20 an INCREASED BOUNTY
The undersigned Is prepared 20 collect all such
Bounties, as well rs the Increased pay TO Soldiers
Widows. An inquiries and communications an
swcrcd promptly Discharges roceipted for. Post
Ofice address, Curwcnsvillc Pa.
scp5-tf M JOSIAH EVANS.
Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1867-08-22
HATCHETS.
y WI TITTW VI TTVTF W wv -VI7E1' 2
st.-..- --------s--.---s's aAaasa
IN JENKINS & TONGUE.


PHILADELPHIA.
shingling, Lathing, Claw and Broad. made Of
the best east. steel and warranted as good or
better than any others made in the United
States, and sold at much lower prices ttan any
other really hrst-elRss hatrhets. They are tenn
pered BY one Of the firm, S. J. Tongue, who
possesses peculiar faculty that might be called
"Steel on the Brain"
Which has given his tools great celebrity in
these parts. TRY THEM. Nos. SO and 35
Richmond Street; the red cars up Third Street
cross Richmond, near the works. [my2s, 1871
Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1867-08-22

James S. Thomas, the Radical May
or of 81. Louis, is under arrest, tor as
saulting a negro wench.
Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1867-08-22

Folly has more Commentators than
wisdom-perhaps because her works
are more numerous.
Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1867-08-22

The centre oftho United States hns
been fixcd at Columbus, Nebraska,
ninety six miles west Of Omaha.
Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1867-08-22

"Ma" said an inquisitivo little girl,
"will rich aud poor folks live together
when they 20 to Heaven |"
AYES, my dear, they will be alike
there"
"Then. ma, why don't rich and poor
christians associate together here"
The mother did not answer.
Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1867-08-22

w 900 long shingles
w al our store near Philipsburg, for which
the highest cash price vill b paid
ies.u W. W. BETS co.
Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1867-08-22

CoLDIERs' BoUNTIEs-A recent act
- has passed both Houses Of Congress and
signed by the President giving three years
soldier sloo and two years colder $50 bounty.
nr-B0UNTIES and PENSIONS collected
BIZ mo, for these entitled 70 ihem. u
WALTER BARRETT.
.-s-~ Ati'y st Law. Clearheld, Pa
Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1867-08-22
"GET THE BEST. !"
LIVERY STABLE.

UNHE undersigned hcrs leave 70 inform the pub
il lie that he Is nov fully prepared to accomrno-
,iatc al in the way Of furnishing Horses, Buggics.
Saddles and Harness, on the shortest notice and
on reasonable terms Residence on Locust street,
between Third and Fourth.
GEo. W. GEARHART.
Cloarfcld, April N, 1851.
Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1867-08-22
Silver Wash Powder,

Saves time, labor, money. Makes washing
pasiime and Monday festival. Sold every
who're. Try H.
Address al orders 10 the Manufacturers,
zIEGLER a SMITH,
Chemists aud Wholesale Druggists,
nol41v 1s5 North Third ST., Philadelphia .
Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1867-08-22

fsomo Of tho divincly minded shouted them
selves hoarsc over the enthusiastic blows this loyal
aUuion rrfagec7 administered to the Copper
hcasls traitors. Jef Dayisitos, etc., last spring,
during the canvass for Governor in Connecticut,
We presume they nov feel a little like the "refu-
gee These political clergyinen sre often funny
Fellows.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-04-16
The Stage and the Pulpit.

Fancy, says the Glasgow (Scotland)
Herald. the thrilling effect Of the Scrip
lures if read as Kean reads Shakespeare
or recites Macauley And why should
we not have it so2 Is it right and proper
that every book for public reading should
have justice done to it except the Bible2
And that, while every other is allowed
the advantage Of natural and impress
I've delivery, religion, which is denied by
all2 The monstrous iallacy with which
we'll meaning but obtuse people have
been beguileds themselves, Is that such
reading and reciting would be theatri-
cal, and that theatrical exhibitions are
not becoming in the house ot God To
this hollow and ridiculous fallaey may
be traced most Of the execrable pulpit
reading and delivery that rob the Scrip
tures OF half their power, and have often
made dullness Of sermon proverbials
Set Kean TO read the song Of Miriam, or
the tght between David and Goliah, o.
the story Of the prodigal son, or Of
Chrisfs denunciations Of the Scribe
and Pharisees, or % recite one Of Chal-
mers sermons, and you viii see people
who had begun 10 adjust themselves in
The corners Of their seats for their &C.
cusiomed snooEe, sit up and hsien 70
him very close with eager eyes and baied
breath
And al this simply because Kesn
would DO the piece justice, that Is, read
n uatufaily and as il ought 10 Be read.
On what ground, either Of common.
sense or good taste. can objections be
takeu 10 the natnral delivery of a. least
TIE sermou1 II 0arrick could SCI even
the grim soldier, uho vas on daty . the
corner OF The street. blubbering Ike .
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-04-16
MEMPHIS. TENNESSEE, TUESDAY EVENING. April l6 1867
IS. No Jew shall cOhabit With a Chris

ls. No Jew shall cohabit with Chris
| tiau woman. t Ia.
10. No Jew shall be buried in conse.
Grated ground. .g......
20. No Jew shall correspond with any
Of the enemies Of England. FAA
FL. No Jews widow shall have any
right to administration, but after the
decease Of her husband all the Jews
effects and moyables shall be vested in
the King, and the King shall be executor
aud administrator to all the Jews in
England. f ,t-.s..f .rT -i
90. No Jew shall sue for his own debts,
but in the name of the Kings license;
and IL any Jew defrauds the King OF lis
customs or other rights, he shall forfeit
his all to the King ...-- n
No doubt the sturdy Christians Of that
day thought these things orthodox, and
any one who questioned their propriety
or the humanity Of such "a republican
form of government as little better
than traitor and British Copperhead,
sympathizing with the Jewish faith and
q hater Of the Son Of Man.
The Jews did not resist they bowed
their necks, and the car of oppression
rolled over them, but they did not yield
their opinions or give up their belief.
They went to the stake and the scaffold
by thousands; and in their case-as well
as in every other Of which history makes
mention-the blood ofthe martyrs proved
the seed of the Church. -sae a.
They have outlived the Plantagenets,
the Tudors, and the Stuarts; and to-day
Rothschild sits in the House Of Com
mons, and a ID D'Israeli controls the desti-
nies Of that empire upon whose domain
the sun never sets. ~ tfls--at
Remember, fellow citizens, that no
either in politics or religion, by persecu-
ton; that no error in one or the other
to say nothing OF truth-was ever de-
stroyed by the stamping out" process.
We are trying the experiment in the
South, and no matter how hattering
present or future appearances may be,
we shall in the end fail and fail signally
and completely. .lsoaau
In the diary left by that pure and mo-
BILE woman, whose fervent patriotism and
lofty inspiration lent grace and charm
to the darkest days of the French Revo-
lution-Madame Roland-were writer
these words: @ a1s i3
"When Innocence goes to the scaf'old
at the command of Error and Peryersity,
every step she takes is an advance to-
ward glory, iii-eAtti -
Marat, Danton and Robespierre are
but bloody ghosts cursed by the scorn
and hatred of all time-Jane Mary Phil
Upon Roland is an angel, over whose
fate the world weeps. p
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-04-16
Wealth and Poverty Of our Statesmen.

Wohith anu F0Vofty VI Out othLobmou.
Jefferson died comparatively poor. In.
deed, if Congress had not purchased bis
library, giving him FIVE times it's value
he would with difficulty have kept the
wolf from the door. Madison saved his
money, and was comparatively rich To
add to bis fortune, however, or rather
that of his widow, Congress purchased
his manuscript papers, and paid $50, 900
for them. James Monroe, the sixth
President Of the United States, died SO
poor that his remains found resting
place through the charity Of his friends.
They remain in q cemetery, but no mon.
ument marks the spot where they repose.
John Quincy Adams left $4,000, the
result of industry, prudence and inherit
ance. He was man of method and
economy. Martin Van Buren died rich.
Throughout his political life he studiously
looked out for his own interest. Henry
Clay left very handsome estate. II
probably exceeded 100000. He was a
prudent manager and scrupulously
honest man. James K. Polk left about
$3.50, 600, $4,000 Of which was saved
from his Presidency of four years.
Daniel Webster squandered some mil
lions in his lifetime, the product oil his
professional speculation. He died leav-
ing his property TO his children and his
debts to his friends. The former sold
for less than $4,000, the latter exceeded
$3.50, 900. John Tyler left $780, Be-
fore he was President he was bankrupt.
In office, he husbanded his means, and
then married rich wife Zachary
Taylor left 100000. Millard Fillmore
is a wealthy man, and keeps his money
in strong box. 1t will not be squan-
dered in speculation and vice. Franklin
Pierce saved some $4,000 from his term
OF service. James Buchanan, who is a
bachelor, and saves all he gets, is esti-
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-04-16
A QUEER CASE.
TASTY Marriage of Divorced Hus-
band-His Former Wife Acts
ai as Bridesmaid. Hu

From the New Albany Ledger. OF tuesday,
We yesterday announced the marriage
of one DR.. Wight to Miss Chamber.
lain. At the last fall term Of the Floyd
Circuit Court, this man Wight made
application for divorce from his wife,
the principal witness against the wife
being the woman Chamberlain. Judge
Bicknell heard the evidence and refused
to grant the divorce, administering to
the man Wight severe and merited
reprimand for his proceedings in the
case. rTT ElT 1874 81
Wight, however, determined to marry
his swift witness Chamberlain, again
sought divorce in Huntington county,
where he obtained it, the court hearing
but one side of the testimony-that
given by the woman Chamberlain
Having his divorce in his pocket, Wight
and the Chamberlain were married yes
terday. .97 h fl.i I'd
Wights wife is hopeless invalid.
Wight married his wife when she was
young, beautiful, and in good health.
She is yet possessed of good looks, not
withstanding the Affections which have
hovered over her. She is a lady of rare
accomplishments She was of good
family and reputed wealthy at the time
of her marriage. But after serving
Wight for thirteen years, she was put
away by divorce, because she was an in
valid. .ENtEl1 ,E@EEff fL
At the wedding yesterday, this di.
voreed wife stood beside the woman
that was to usurp her place-stood there
like living corpse-like smitten,
withered Hover as bridesmaid the
bridesmaid of the witness against her in
the suit for divorce the only witness.
If she stood there voluntarily, we have
in her an example of woman's devotion
such as we never before heard of. II
she stood there through compulsion, the
curse and blight of the Almighty will
follow the husband and his new made
wife formerly his divorced wife's nurse),
to avenge the wrongs of the wretched
woman. Flsf
p Wight and his wife and his divorced
wife left the city in company together
Yesterday If the husband and the
wife have any feelings Of humanity left,
this injured woman's pale face will
haunt them like spectre wherever they
may travel. 0H Ha.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-04-16

child and if Mrs. Siddons could so over.
power the eminent tragedian Young that
he could not refrain from sobbing aloud,
though hswas himself on the stage act
ing the villain Of the pieee--and all this
while merely uttering the words Of a
fictitious character overwhelming
effects In the way awakening sinners and
pressing home the message Of the Cos
pei, might not be introduced by men
who are giving utterance, in their own
character, TO the most sublime and soul.
stirring truths. aHe'E Il
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-04-16
HISTOLOGY.
-ASTROLOGY.
THE WORLD ASTONISHED
So. At the wonderful revelations
MADE BY THE GREAT ASTROLOG OGIST =,
Madame H. A. PerrigO.

She reveals secrets no mortal ever knew. She
restores to happiness those who, from doleful
events, catastrOphes, crosses in love- loss of re-
lations and friends. loss Of money, ETC., have
become despondent. She brings together those
long separated, gives information concerning
absent friends or lovers, restores lost or stolen
qualified to pursue and in what you will be
most successful. causes speedy marriages and
tells you the, very day ysu viii marry, gives you
the name, likeness and characteriitics Of the
person. She reads your very thoughts, aud by
her almost supernatural powers unveils the
dark and hidden mysteries OF the future. From
the stars we see IL the frmament-tte malefc
stars that overcome or predominate in the con
hguratiOn-from the aspects IL positions of
the planets and the fixed stars in the heavens
at the time Of birth, she deduces the future
destiny of man. Fail not TO conscltt he great
est Astrologist on earth. 1t costs you but q
trle, and you may mover again haves o faYora-
Bile an opportunity. COnsultation fee with
likeness and all desired information, 81. Par-
ties living at n distance can consult the Mad
anne by mail with equal safety and satisfaction
to tn emselyes, as If In person. A full and ex-
plieit chart, written out, with all inquiries
answered and likeness inclosed, sent BY mail
on receipt of price above mentioned. The
strictest seoresy will be maintained. and all
correspondence returned or destroyed. Refer
enees of the highest order furnished those de-
string them. Write plainly the day of the
month and year in which you were born en-
closing q small lock of hair.
Address MADAME H. A. PERRIG0,
l09 p. Q. Drawer 29S, Buffllo, M. Y.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-04-16
LIFE DEPARTMENT.

The TRAVELLERS OF HARTFORD also
insures against loss Of life from any cause,
whether disease or accident, tcith Weekly Ia
demnitv for totally disabling accident, at rates
of premium lower than any other company.
All approved forms Of ordinary Life Policies
written, whether TERN, ANNUAL LIEE, TEE
YEAR Non. FoRFEITABLE OF ENDowMEsT Pol-
eies, either with or without indemnity for to-
tally disabling bodily injuries, as the applicant
NAV prefer.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-04-16
INSURANCE.
A CARD.

To my old Friends in West Tennessee, Mis-
sissippi and Arkansas af
HAVlNG ACCEPTED A PERMANENT
IL Agency for the St. Louis Mutual Life
Insurance Company, would respectfully
stitution as q safe, certain aud reliable medium
through which they may as1ure their families
against want in the event Of death, or them
selves from an impoverished old age in case Of
III success in life. l.I IfH| Il.
Mr.. N. s. OTIS is associated with me, and is
hereby commended 10 public confidence. Our
Office is at NO. AZ MADISON STREET (rear
rooml, DesetO Block, where we shall be happy
n impart any needed information TO those de-
string Life Insurance. j. ii. MCMAHON.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-04-16
ASSETS lilly 1896.
Loss by Portland Fire, July 4th.

TNHE total amount covered by the Etna Poll
Il cies on property destroyed or damaged Is
500, ,S54, on which salvage will be about five
per cent. Our total loss will not vary much
from $4,000, and was promptly adjusted and
paid. This sum is five per cent. upon the Com
pany's assets figure bat slightly exceeding
our Government and State taxes paid last year.
G. S.erertien equal To n So. 900 loss for COM
pany Of 10000 assets
The necessity for insurance and the value OF
wealthy, strong corporations is forcibly IL
lustrated by this fire. Several weak insurance
companies are destroyed. Portland has q
population Of 35.000-was handsomely built,
mostly fine brick or stone estructures-protected
and screened with upward Of 3, 900 shade trees
bounded on three sides by water-indoed,
literally, almost rising from the ocean, land
with steam FIRE departmeLt-yet 1t has Sl0,-
600, 600 of property consumed in a few hours
upon q holiday when its people are least oosu-
pied-from the very insignifean cause of
contemptibls irecracker.
Remember the tri1ing origin of fires thst
sweep away in few hours the earnings %
years. Consider your best interest and give the
Rtna Agent a call if you need proper insur-
ance security. Pay fair rate Of premium for
a good and genuine article, and with these
lights and experiences before you, procure
your insurance with shrewd judgment.
Applications for insurance promptly attended
to by II. A. LITTLETON 4 CO., Ag'ts.
1896 Ne. q Madison street.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-04-16
LEGAL SALES.
TRUSTEES SALE.

DY VIRTUE OF A DEED OF TRUST EX-
ID ecuted to me on the 10Th day Of June, 1865
by W. Q. Lofand, and duly registered In the
Registers Office of Shelby county, Tennessee,
Dn Record Book No. 56, Part lst, Pages Coz. $40
and 6l, to which reference is hereby made
for the purpose Of paying the debt therein
gecured--I will on ....a r..