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Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1869-02-17
Legality of Legal-Tenders.

The Supreme Court affirms the sover-
eignty of the States, in their unimpaired
right to levy and collect their domestic tax
es In such forms as they may desire for their
advantage. 1t was, consequently, held that
no Federal act could compel State to ac-
cept greenbacks from its tax payers in place
of gold or silver This decision viii chal-
lenge wide and free criticism, not so much
for what 1t affrms as for what it fails to af-
firm. We leave that line of commentary to
the lawyers; the journalists will accept the
judgment only as a settled fact, and treat
of it accordingly.
1t seems that State rights have not yet
become altogether mythical. This judicial
proof that such rights yet exist, goes to
support an idea, which generally prevails,
that when the progress of Capitalization
shall have obliterated every other trace of
the old barriers, visionary or real, between
the Federal power and the especial privile-
ges OF each separate State, the Supreme
Court will be found the last and strong re-
treat of local sovereignty.
This decision justifes every State of the
thirty-seven in the abstract right to disre-
gard the legal tender act in the collection of
Its taxes. Stat Iominis uBabrd! The con-
cession is unqualified, and upon its face
sweeping assault upon Federal supremacy.
But, IN fact, it amounts to just nothing at
all, for not one Of the thirty three or thir-
ty-lour States, in which the production of
the precious metals is not the leading inter
est, will ever hasten to avail itself of the
right thus proclaimed. Until a general spe-
cie-resumption, the States VIII be found ac-
quieseent, as now, in paper circulating
medium for public as well as private USE
Indeed, if the question of resumption were
to be solved by State authority alone, that
period would be still more remotely post
poned.
We conclude that this decision shows just
about the farthest point to which the Court
will advance in its judgment upon the legal
tender laws. This is probably the utmost
judicial restriction upon their validity. In
the DEGREES yet to be promulgated at this
term, there may be drawn still other fine
distinctions; there will he clippings on this
side and parings on that, and the Judges
will show a marvellous ingenuity in skir-
mlshiug all around the outworks without
aiming blow at the essential principle in
trenehed in the heart of the aw.-Pfusburg
Gazette.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1869-02-17

INFORMATION WANTED D-Ofa boy named
Robert William Alexander, aged thirteen.
about four feet ten inches high, rather slim,
pleasant couBtenance, hight hair and gray
eyes, small mole on each check, has high
cheek bones. Had on when last seen, mixed
pants, light coat and barred vest. Said bow
was abducted from his home, near Hummels-
town, on the 10th OF January, by man
named William Il George, who bas since
been arrested and is now in the Dauphin
county prison. Said George states that be
lett the boy in Harrisburg. Any inforrna-
ton concerning said Robert ". Alexander
will be thankfully received by his father,
Robert P. Alexander, who may be address
ed by mail, at Humnelstown, Pa.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1869-02-17

The n. Y. ELECTION FRAUDS. the
testimony in the New York election fraud
cases is in, and the labors of the Committee
are ended. 4 vast amount of evidence has
been taken, disclosing series of frauds and
viilanies, the Ike of which has never been
dreamed of even by those who were instru-
mental IN exposing the terrible picture 1t
Is to De hoped that the revelation will in
duce Congress, at an early day, to provide
measures tor the prevention of such frauds
In the future. Further than this, we pre-
sumo nothing will result from the inyestiea-
ton.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1869-02-17
AN Ex POSTMASTER IN TROUBLE

AN EA-I OSlMASIER IN i ROUBIE. .-Da-
Wis Ii. Missimer, late postmaster at Potts
town, one ofJohnson's appointees, is under
81, 500 bail for his appearance before the
U. S. Court on charge Of embezz lement
The facts upon which the charge rest are
these: A short time since draft was re-
ceiyed by the Postmaster at Philadelphia,
from the Postmaster General, for S794 SIS,
on Davis H. Missimer, as the amount of
deficiency in his account, and Postmaster
Bingham was directed to collect the money;
that defendant was notified of the fact, but
paid no attention to it. Upon the sureties
Of the ex Postmaster being threatened with
suit, they paid the amount over to the Post
Office Department. The counsel for Mr..
Missinmer argued that the act of the sure
ties relieved him from liability to prosecu-
ton /; but Mr.. Valentine, on behalf of the
United States, thought that it did not and
the Commissioner coinciding with him, he
held the accused for appearance in the sum
above stated
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1869-02-17

DAMAGES RECOVERED. A case invoIv-
ing the right of conductors to eject passen-
gers from cars, under certain circumstances,
was recently tried in the Erie County Court.
The case was this: Mr.. Taber, passenger,
having neglected to purchase ticket at the
office, the conductor demanded of him the
usual excess charged when fare is taken on
the cars, which ne refused to pay, in conse-
quence of which he was put off the train.
He then brought suit against the company
philadelphia and Eriel, for damages, and
the jury awarded him SS46. The case will
probably be carried up, as the point is one
which should be definitely settled.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1869-02-17
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APPROPRIATION BILL Through the in
dustry of the Hon. George Wilson, Chair
man, and Hon Thos Nicholson, Secretary
of the Committee on Ways and Means, the
appropriation bill was reported to the House
last week. Heretofore the bill was general
ly reported about the first day of March.
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acted more promptly and reported the same
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Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1869-02-17
FARM AT PRIVATE sALE.-The sub
NOTICE IN BANKRUPTCY.-TarsI is TO GIVE
~ NOTICE.: That ON the frst day of Iannarx

NOTICE IN BANKRUPTCY.-Tars is TO GIVE
IN NOTICE That on the FIRST day Of January,
A. d 1859, Warrant in Bankruptcy was issued
against tn estate of Stacy W. Thompson of Clear
field Bridge, in the county of Ciearfeld and State
Of Pennsylvania, who has been adjudged a Bank
rupt on his own petition that the payment Of
any debts and delivery of amy property belong
ing TO such Bankrupt; to him or for his use and
the transfer of any property by him are forbidden
by law; that meeting of the creditors of the
said Bankrupt to prove tn cir debts and to choose
one or more Assignees of his estate, will be held
at Court of Bankruptcy, to be holder at the Office
of the Register. in Philipsburg Pa, before $. E
Woodruff, Register, on the 9th day of March, A
D. 1869, at 10 o'clock NJ.
THOMAS A. ROwLEY
u. S. Marshal as Messsnper
By g. P. Davis. Dept U. S. NJ lJ27-4t
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1869-02-17

FIRST GUN. At the charter election held
at Binghanpton, New York, on Tuesday.
j. r. Congdon, Republican, was chosen
Mayor by l5s over Jabez F. Rice, Demo
crat. Itis singular fact, says the Tribune,
that the incumbent, Rice, was elected last
year by exactly l5s majority. The Repub,
hcans have elected four or FIVE aldermen.
The city government, in all its departments,
was Democratic last year, and is this year
Republican
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1869-02-17

Mr.. johnson smalgnity seems to increase
as the days for its exercise approach their
end. His latest performance is to attempt
the removal of Mr. Lincoln's Private Secre-
tary from the Paris Consulate, to which he
was appointed shortly before the assassina-
ton. The effort is of no consequence, save
as an exhibition of the Presidential temper.
OF course, neither this nor any of the other
new nominations sent in TO the Senate will
be apt to receive any consideration.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1869-02-17

Mrs. SURRATT's REMAINS In eomplf-
ance with the solicitations of the friends of
Mrs. Surratt, the President has ordered the
remains to be disinterred and delivered to
her relatives. Her body was buried in the
same inclosure with that of Paine, Atzer-
9th and Harold, near the place OF interment
OF Booth remains The understanding is
that there will be no public demonstrations,
and that whatever funeral services take pla e
shall be privately conducted.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1869-02-17

BONDS AND ioLp-The Senate Finance
Committee has authorized Senator Sherman
to report blu prohibiting sales of bonds
and gold on commission. Both bonds and
gold are to be sold at auction to the highest
bidder
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1869-02-17

The Lsraelite, the organ of the Jews at
Cincinnati, in late issue, makes the fol-
lowing strikingly significant suggestion In
order that we may have day of rest, real
Sabbath, which can be observed by all Israel.
we propose to adopt that day which is set
apart by hundreds of millions, nay the whole
civilized world, for physical rest and the
worship OF God. Let our prayers and thanks
giving with theirs ascend to His throne on
the same day, Sunday"
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1869-02-17

CUBA-Notwithstanding the large re in
torcements for the Spanish army in Cuba,
the Captain General has been compelled TO
Withdraw the..Tegular troops from the strong
est fortress in Havana, and to supply their
place by volunteers, in order 10 strengthen
the Spanish force at Cienfuegos, which is
seriously threatened by the insurgents.
Facts like this prove that the revolution in
Cuba is still alive and unsubdued
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1869-02-17

STATE ELECTIONS political cam
paign of 1869 will open with the following
State elections New Hampshire, March 9
Connecticut, April 4; Rhode Island, April
!. \ Governor is to be chosen in each.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1869-02-17

GUBERSAToRIAL.-Gen. Harry White is
iavorably spoken of as Republican candi-
date for Governor of tniS State He was
brave soldier aud suffered uIuch in the war.
Is man OF fine ability, and stands very
high for integrity.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1869-02-17
CLEARFIELD MARBLE WORKS.
ITALIAN AND VERMONT MARBLE
FINISHED IN TIE HIGHEST
STYLE OF THE ART.

ITALIAN AND VERMONT MARBLE
FINISHED IN TIE HIGHEST
STYLE OF THE ART
The subscribers beg leave to announce to the
citizens of Clearfeld county, that they have
opened an extensive Marble Yard. on the South
west corner of Market and Fourth streets, Clear
heid' Po where they are prepared TO make
Tomb Stones, Monuments,
Tombs, Box and Side Tombs,
Cradle Tonbs, Cemetery Posts, Mantles,
Shelves, Brackets, etc, ETC.,
on very short notice
They always keep on hand a large quantity Of
work, finished except the lettering, so that per-
cons can call and select for themselves the style
desired.
They will also make to order any other style OF
work that may be desired and they Hatter them
selves that they can compete with the ma1ufse-
turers outside of the county, either in workman
ship or price, as they only employ the best OF
workmen. All inquiries by letter promptly an
swered. John q GtTELICH.
May p, Is67-tf HENRY G UELIcH.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1869-02-17

In the U. 5. District Court, at Richmond,
a noie lOroseqad was entered in the treason
cases OF Davis, Lee, Breckenridge, Hampton,
Longstreet, Wise Early aud others, and the
sureties OF Davis were discharged from
their responsibility.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1869-02-17

General Grant recently took occasion to
reonke the attempt to create breach be-
tween himself and the Republican party,
aud remarked that after Andrew Johnson's
attempt and failure, no one but madman
would repeat it.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1869-02-17
FOR SALE.
STORE, DWELLING AND STOCK
of goods for sale.

The Store, Dwelling and Stock of goods and
about eight acres of land, the estate of the late
Robt. Campbell at Port Matilda, Centre Co., Pa,
will be sold on easy terms
The store contains a sma II stock of saleable
goods bought low for cash. las a good trade,
and is desirable location for business The
dwelling contains eight rooms is in first rate
der. All the usual outbuildings, and a good
stable. The grounds contain about FORTY FRUIT
TREES all bearing well. For further informa-
tion apply to j. p. CAMPBELL. on the premises
February 10Th 1859
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1869-02-17

The largest man on record in modern times
was Miles Darden, native of North Caro-
hna, born in l19S. He was seven feet
and SIX inches high. At his death, in 1857,
he weiged over 900 pounds.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1869-02-17

The appropriations for carrying on the
government are gradually becoming exhaust
ed. The appropriations for the fiscal year
will create sad havoc among the Treasury
clerks. At the end of June next the cleri-
cal force IN the Third Auditor Office will
be reduced one hundred.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1869-02-17

The pardon of Dr. Mudd was signed by
the President, and sent to the Secretary of
State for his signature.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1869-02-17

Not one of the Republican Senator's who
voted against the impeachment of Andrew
johnson has as yet been able to secure re.
election.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1869-02-17
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and
Z X L V EN- TIVE OF DIS f AS h D

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prescription CT the celebrated Egyptian phys,
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experiment, discovered the ZiMgGTt HsTb-he
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Yellow Fever, Scrof ula, Diseases ot
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In the PREVENTION and CURE OF the apo'I =
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Hon. VIM hcSherry, of Pennsylvania, ana ~
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Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1869-02-17

The Indians, in violation of treaties, have
appeared south of the Platte river, near
Fort Mcpherson, and troops have been sent
to that point.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1869-02-17

CAUT1ON.-All persons are hereby eau
~ toned, not to purchase or use a note
given by me in favor of URBANAS RIGGIE,
dated Decem Der Both 1865 due in ten months after
date, for twenty eight hundred dollars without
interest, the said note was obtained through
false representation, and by will not be paid,
unless compelled to do SO by lawful process
q. S. PERRY.
0sceoia Mills, Pa. FEB Sd 1869,
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1869-02-17
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Advertisements set mp inkarge type, ons Of pam
style, iriH be charged double usual rates. No
The Carson daily appeal. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1865-1870, 1869-08-13
r re n g n hnn ar

These Pills ara now aCkn wl-dged b, the Nedi-
cal fraternity TO be the only safe mild and eff
caci"us remedy 20 be depended on in long sanding
cases suppression. ireguiaritv. r stopping OF
the functions of Rstnre the neglect Of which j.
the source of such deplnrable effect. on the female
frame. In no case -h"u d these Pills be ken
when the patient has reas,'n (" believe she is
ENcIE TE Price So Remit the amount As ab,y.
ami they will he 'orwar ed with f.ll directions fr
use, CURED AT HOWE
Patients residing in anv part Of the State how
ever distant. VIII" may dsre medical advice on
thetr re-pectly" cases. and VIII" think roper rusub
mt u written statement Of such IN prefer. ence to
""!Clnc persona interview. assured that their
--""cations vii he held most -ncr-d
-.A .-:t-rs ani LiCn2y mus be addressed
BENZ. T. J 'SSFLYN VI D. rstamp
6ls Sacramento street
between Mon gpmery nj Kearney,
or San Francisco, Cal.
The Carson daily appeal. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1865-1870, 1869-08-13

L has enjoyed on this Cast an uninterrupted
success of eighteen years and has become one of
the celebrated Institutes of the age
The great number t,tualiy received ani cured
place Ii pni Il OF number # patients among the
first Of the world and the success OF its treat
4 =
The Carson daily appeal. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1865-1870, 1869-08-13
Prentive Powders for Married Ladies.

These powders will be fund Of essential value t.
those whose mean-. health, or other circumstan
ces do not permit them to increuee the number of
their family without lnCnnveuienre, suffering and
perhaps risk Of life This preparation new, safe.
infaii bic, convenient and simple. and cannot it,
lnre the health Of the most dellca'e. 1t Curtails
no privileges, but gives strength and vigor. Nor
ally con idered il is IF he i-hrs: utility. and
tanned by he soundest principles f pruden and
virtue Th-ir use should he av.idcd at certain
times Price $40 box Sent 10 any part Of the
oast perfectly safe from suspicion.
Remit the amount bv Mail or Express. addressed
to RENJ InSFEiNN VI n
The Carson daily appeal. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1865-1870, 1869-08-13

All in affiiction find in him one who can feel
and simpatlize with, an befriend them in trouble
-one in whose secrecy the utmost confidence can
be placed Cunsultat on (By Letter or Otherwise)
FREE. See address below.
The LIBERATED Fe m a lie II E IN dies.
Compounded from the pirate prescriptions of DR..
Yonng, have now obtained a most extended popu
larty, and are rectly viewed to be the safest
and surest remedies for the com laints for which
they are applied. The constantly accruing testi.
monias of their efficacy declared them to be pre-
eminently superior to Iheir action.
No lady should be without these RenovatIng
Agents None genuine unless procured at this
office. Sent by mail or Express to any part of the
State.
GREAT FEMALE MEDICINE.
The Greatest Discovery Of THIS any otber Age.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1869-08-27
SETTLEMENT OF A NICE LAW POINT.

Superior Court has rendered the following decsio
the OF Ball agt Manning: An application for the
appointment Of Receiver must be made 10 the Judge
who granted the order of reference and who appointed
the Referee 10 examine as TO the property OF the judg
Iuent debtor. No other Judge out Of Court has the
power Such Code 299 the practice held In the
case Of Smith and another agt johnson Il How b. &c.,
Again, the Code requires that the order should be q
Chamber order and that the must be filed with the
Clerk OF the City and County OF New-Hork; and
only from the time the Receiver receives copy or
the order certified by the County Clerk that he has any
power TO act at an The Judge, IN an order appointing
a Receiver, has authority 10 direct an assignment OF
personal pToperty and in respect TO debts owing 10 the
Judgment debtor he can only forbid any transfer or
other disposition OF Them until opportunity be given
the Receiver 70 sue. people agt. Hurburt How $40,
On Leg Obs 245) The motion 70 set aside the order
appointing lecelyer must be granted