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Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1871-08-09
johnson had vetoed, became law by

johnson had vetoed, became law by
eeiving the necessary two thirds majority
June l3, 1866, the fourteenth amendment
was passed, making all persons born or nat
uralized in the United States citizens, pro-
hibiting the States from passing any law
which shall abridge the annuities or priyi-
leges of such citizens, defining who shall be
Senators or Representatives. protecting the
civil rights of all citizens, declaring that the
validity Of the public debt shall never be
questioned, and prohibiting the United
States and the several States from ever as
sumizg or paying the rebel debt, and rem
dering it illegal and void.
In December, 1866, Congress passed over
johnson veto an act establishing universal
suffrage in the District of Columbia.
In January. 1867, bill was passed decla-
ring that within no territory of the United
States should suffrage be denied on account
of race, color, or former condition.
In February. 1867. the fifteenth amend
ment, securing to colored men the right Of
suffrage, and forever prohibiting its with
drawal. passed both branches of Congress.
In March, 1869, law was passed striking
the word ,chitc from all the ordinances of
the District of Columbia, destroying all dis
elimination against colored men in such
laws or ordinances.
In May, 1870, the bill known as the en-
forcement act became a law, its object being
to protect colored men in all the rights 10
which other citizens are entitled.
In April, 1871, Congress passed what is
known as the Ku Klux act, giving the Pres
ident power to protect the loyal people of
the South against organized bands of assas-
sins, and rendering the people Of a country
or city. under certain conditions, responsible
for the damages done therein BY these out
laws.
Such, briefly, are the leading measures
adopted by Republican Congress, and
sanctioned and sustained by the Republican
party, for securing to the colored people of
the nation the boon of liberty and the right
of equal American citizenship.
As ''companion-piece" to this long list
of acts in the interest OF justice and human
ity, we ought, perhaps, to publish the record
ofthe Democratic party in behalf of slavery,
wrong and outrage.
But it can hardly be necessary, at least
until the wounds inflicted upon the backs
of the four millions of ex-slaves have had
time to heal IT colored men bear no NAL
ice against their Dem pcratic owners, they
will not be apt to forget who astened ard
who broke their chlins.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1871-08-09

THERE never was party guilty of
corruptions like that which dlsgraces
Democratic government in New York
city. The record of the foulness there
is the most disgraceful ever presented
to the consideration of the American
people, and yet it is only an improve
ment on Democratic transactions when
in power. The old Canal Board of
Pennsylvania, when in Democratic
hands, were in the habit of asking the
Legislature for appropriations to carry
on the public works, when it is well
known there WAS business sufficient
done thereon to have paid the State
profitable dividends. The Democratic
party never could and never can rule
without corruption.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1871-08-09

ANOTHER splendid showing is made
in the statement of Secretary Boutwell,
for July. Gradually but surely the
burden imposed on the country by the
Democratic rebellion is being tighten
ed under the administration of the
Government by General Grant. The
reduction Of the debt during the past
month amounted to the large sum of
S6,70I,9 ,976, making a total decrease
since President Grants inauguration
Of over S240,000,000. These month
ly reductions are practical arguments
of the strongest kind Of proof OF Re-
publican economy and sound financial
management. Let every voter contrast
them with the notorious and stupendous
robberies by the Democratic admins
tration of New York city. The Re-
publican rulers of the nation are redu-
cling both taxation and the debt. The
Democratic rulers of New York are in
ereasing taxation and the city debt at
an alarming rate, and have been prov
Ell by their own books a set Of outra-
geous thieves,
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1871-08-09

The Portland Press says: every
day the present investigation of the
Congressional Committee proceeds, it
finds abundantand cumulative evidence
of the existence and spread of these
disguised bands of outlaws known as
ku Klux, throughout the South. Every
day the testimony of reliable men goes
to prove that any delay in the enact
ment of the legislation of last spring.
would not only have been a grave mis-
take, but criminal negligence on the
part Of Congress.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1871-08-09

THE n. Y. San is sarcastic in it's
remarks in regard to the Shameful
Treatment of Poor Plastcrer" by the
Comptroller. 1t says: eve are in
formed that Mr.. Andrew J. Garvey,
an industrious plasterer, has commenced
a suit against the city for little bal
ance Of between one and two hundred
thousand dollars, which the Comptrol-
Ter refuses to pay. Things are coming
to a pretty pass when a poor plastercr
is compelled to sue a great corporation
like that of New York for his hard
earnings"
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1871-08-09

EVERY man who makes his living at
a forge fire, rolling mill, furnace, or
in any manufactory whatever, should
not forget that the Democratic leaders
and organs in Pennsylvania are the
out-spoken advocates of free trade, by
which all such workmcn are to be brot'
to . level with the pauper labor of the
Old World Votes for Democratic
candidates are voices in favor Of the
reduction of the wages Of American
mechanics.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1871-08-09

A PUBLIC meeting is to be held in
New York to determine what action
shall be taken relative to the frauds
practiced By Hall, Connolly L Co. 1t
is thought that steps viii be taken to
bring the gentlemen criminated to JUS
tice, or to compel their abandonment
of the position they have so unworthily
filled. The method employed to reach
the last named result may be to call
upon them formally to resign-and if
they do not, to bring to bear upon them
the power of the law. If New York
proves itself equal to the present emer-
gency, twill do itvast good for long
time TO come.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1871-08-09

THERE are rumors of impending
troubles in Europe; this time between
Austria and Russia. The apparent
friendship existing between Prussia
or rather the Empire of Germany
and Russia, would seem to indicate that
poor Austria stands good chance of
being efectually ground up between the
upper and neither millstones.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1871-08-09

THE Pittsburg Dispatch says: cit
is palpable that the greatest harmony
aad energy will prevail this campaign,
and the Republican party will show
in the ensuing election just what its
strength is. The result we promise,
will be grand victory, the moral of
which will be that the country will be
triumphantly swept in 1872 by the
Republican party, with Grant at its
head y
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1871-08-09

"a You've Democrat" in Maine
groans at the imbecility of the Fogy
Leaders of his party, and declares that
$50 long as they run the machine" the
sud party will be beaten. For one, he
doesn't relish going every year to the
polls ''to be whipped out of his boots
he has no courage, much less heart, in
such contest" "Under such lead"
he says, ''we merely go to the ballot
box every September to have census
taken Of the Democratic party" The
poor young man wants to vote s'with
reasonable prospect of being victori-
ous." Still, in spite of faction, the
party is said to be about as well united
as ever. The Hunkers have only to
snaptheir fingers, and the young 'uns"
fail into line like good boys as they are.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1871-08-09

PRESIDENT GRANT has been formal
ly proposed for denomination by the
Republicans of New Orleans. There
never before was such a general una
nimity Of sentiment in a party regard
ing the selection of its candidate for
the Presidency and nearly every Re
publican paper of the Union acquies-
ccs in this widespread desire of the
loyal people that the man who has been
SO successful, both in war and peace,
shall be retained in the executive chair
Tor another four years.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1871-08-09

The Canadian authorities are ac-
connolating themselves to the terms
of the new treaty, by proposing to ad-
nit American fishermen to the privi-
leges specified, even before the final
ratification of that ins trument.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1871-08-09

If THE credit of the Government is
to be maintained, the Republican party
must be perpetuated. Democratic vic
tory viii hasten national Reputation,
after which comes general bankruptcy.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1871-08-09
gle 2aftsnaus 3oraa @fearfelo, 2a, Angtst 8,

Ii Is pretty we'll understood in we'll
informed political circles that the peo-
pie of Pennsylvania viii decide by a
ballot next October that there is no lon
ger any need of continuing the organ
ization of the Democratic party. Like
the rebel army, it will be paroled.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1871-08-09

The Democratic partyis the first po-
lltical Organization in this country which
has deliberately plotted to deluge a
city with the blood of fanatical reli-
gious welfare. Hence, peaceable Chris
tians cannot touch that organization
without being corrupted by its foulness.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1871-08-09

TIE exposure of corruption in New
York, showing the manner in which the
Democratic leaders conduct affairs
there, falls like wet blanket on the
hopes of the Democracy all over the
country.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1871-08-09
SELLING OFF AT COST FOR CASH!
THE LARGEST STOCK OF
+ L Il " I T Z Il T.
EVER OFFERED IN CLEARFIELD
At THE STEAM CABINET SHOP.
CORNER MARKET AND FIFTH STREETS
CLEARFIELD, PA

1T THE STEAM CABINET SHOP.
CORNER MARKET AND FIFTH STREETS.
CLEARFIELD, PA.
The undersigned would announce to the public
that he has hand and is now ofcTing. cheap
for cash, the largest stock Of furniture ever IN
store IN this county, consisting OF
UPHOLSTERED PARLOR SUITS,
CHAMBER SETTS,
EXTENSION TABLES,
SECRETARIES. BOOK CASES,
BEDSIEADS,
SPRING BEDS AND MATTRESSES,
LOUNGES, BENCHES,
PLAIN & MARBLE TOP TABLES 4 BUREAUS,
WASHSTANDS,
CANE SEAT AND COMMON CHAIRS,
ROCKING CHAIRS,
LOOKING GLASSES,
WINDOW SHADES,
PICTURE FRAMES, CORDS AND
TASSELs, DC.
He also manufactures and keeps on hand Par-
eut Spring Beds, the hest ever invented. 70 fam
lily should be without them. Any kind Of goods
not on hand can be had on short notice UPhol-
stering and repairing neatly executed.
CoFFINS, of all sizes. can be had on a half hours
notice. and at the lowest prices deduction
of 20 per cent. made for CASH
METALLIC CASES, or Rosewood, Walnut and
Cherry Cofins, with glass wood tops, furnish
ed on five hours notice.
Personal attendance with hearse, on funeral oc-
casions, and carriages furnished when desired
Thanking the public for past fsvors, and by
strict personal attention to business, hope 10
reSeivr continuance Of the same.
Remember the place-tbe Steam Cabinet Shop.
corner of Market and Fifth Streets.
Mar. %, lily. DANIEL BENEER.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1871-08-09

THE stories concerning the extent of
the famine and disease prevailing in
Persia, are greatly exaggerated, accord
ing to semi-official news.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1871-08-09

TIE party which gave birth to rebel
lion, and encouraged traitors to arm
for the dissolution OF the Union, is not
fit to be trusted with the management
of the Government Such is the op!n-
ion of two-thirds of the intelligent vo-
tors Of Pennsylvania.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1871-08-09

News from the gold and silver min
ing districts of Colorado, Idaho,
Montana and Arizona, gives a
cheering account of successful opera
tions. The weather has been highly
favorable for outdoor work.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1871-08-09

Mr.. HENDRICKS, of Indiana, is loom
ing up in the Presidential scales of the
Democracy, since the New York riots,
while Mr.. Hoffman is going down.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1871-08-09

DEMOCRATIC victories at the ballot
box will be the Generalization of free
labor, because the effect will be to close
our workshops and open our ports to
the pauper productions of the old world.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1871-08-09
FOR GENTLEMEN

They have Black and Blue Cloths, Black and Fan
cy Cassimeres, Sattinetts Tweeds, Meltons Water
proof Cloth. Silk Satin and common Vestings,etc.
in great variety. and at prices that will give gen
eral satisfaction to buyers.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1871-08-09

FELIx r. BRUNor, of Allegheny
county, Pa, is the new Commissioner
OF Indian affairs, recently appointed
by President Grant; post for which
he is said to be we'll fitted.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1871-08-09

JOHN W. DOUGLAS, Esq, of Erie
county, Pa, has been appointed Com
missioner of Internal Revenue, by
President Grant, vice Gen. Pleasanton.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1871-08-09

THE Mob Party is the new name
by which the Democracy are known in
many sections of the country.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1871-08-09

ANOTHER UoRRoR.-A most appal-
ing disaster occurred at New York on
Sunday, afternoon, July Both. The
Staten Island ferry-boat, Westfen,
was about to start on her return trip,
with over four hundred souls on board,
when her huge boiler suddenly explo-
ded. Those who witnessed the disas-
ter say there was first dull, crunch
ing sound, somewhat Ike that made by
the fall of a large building, followed
Immediately by the sharp hiss of es-
Gaping steam. The main deck was for
ced upwards for a considerable dis
tance; the beams and pianks torn to
pieces. Many were thrown high into
the air, and fell back into the hold a
confused mass. A majority of the pas
sengers were collected on the main
deck, directly over the boiler, many of
whom were blown into the air to the
height OF thirty and forty feet, falling
back into the wreck or into the water.
Some were killed outright, others scald-
ed to death, while others died from the
injuries received. Thus far the victims
number rs killed and III wounded
many of the latter will yet die. The
scene after the disaster is described as
the most heartrending and sickening
that was ever witnessed in that city.
The cause of the explosion is yet un-
known, and, perhaps, will never be as
certaincd satisfactorily.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1871-08-09

5. NJ. PErrESGILL 4 Co, 81 ParI Row New York
and GEO. P. HOWELL Co. 40 Park Row, New
York, are the sole agents for the JOURNAL in
that city, and are authorized to contract for in
serting advertisement. for us at our lowest cash
rates. Advertisers in that city are requested to
leave their favors with either of the above houses
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1871-08-09
NEW FIRM.
MILLER & POW ELL,

Wholesale and Retail Dealers ua all kIHas 81
items, Groceries hardware, ,Queensware, Wood
and Willowware, Flour, Bacon, Fish, Salt,
&c, Market St, Clearfeld, Pa.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1871-08-09
CLEARFIELD ACADEMY!
A Male and Female High Schoel.
EACH DEPARTMENT DISTINCT AND CoHPLETEIX
ITSELF.

EACH DEPARTMENT DISTINCT AND C0GPLETEIy
ITSELF.
The Scholastic year of this Institution is divi-
ded into two Sessions of five months (2l weeks
each. The first session commences the first
Monday in September; the second on the first
Monday in February.
The course of instruction embraces everything
necessary to a thorough, practical and accomplish
ed education OF both sexes
H Pupils will be admitted at any time, and
charged from date of entrance to the close of tho
session.
" No deduction viii be made for absence, ex-
cept in cases of extreme and protracted illness.
v Pupils. from a distance can bs accom-
modated with hoard at low rates.
s-y- For particu lars send for circular, ad-
dress, REV. p. L. HARRISON, A. N.
July 26. 1871. Principal
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1871-08-09
IN FACT.

MILLER & POWELL sell all articles that are
usually kept in a wel-regulated country store
anil hence the people generally will find 1t 20
their advantage TO buy goods of them.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1871-08-09
ALSO,

A general assortment of Ready made Clothing
Hats and Caps. Boots and Shoes, Hardware and
QueeAsware, Wood and willowware, and luit
stock eff Groceries
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1871-08-09
Aleu- advertisements.

Advertisements set mp tnkorgf type, oAf ka'H
style, 'ctH Gs charged double nsWal No cpts
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1871-08-09

NOTICE.-Thc undersigned hereby give. no.
tice that he has purchased the interest of
VIM. Zimmerman in the building OF a bridge
across the mouth of Mosquito Greek, the contract
having been duly transferred. Vim. Zimmermou,
however is TO go OF and build the bridge, work
ing for me by the day.
Aug 3tp. MILES s. ZIMMERMAN
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1871-08-09
For THE LADIES

They have Bonnets, Silks, Ccburgs, Apacas' Me-
rinos, Wool Delaines, Lustres, Ginghams- Rms,
Poplins, Lawns, Sunshades, Handkerchle''' N'@
and other Gloves, Hosiery. Baimorals, ana seH
eral variety of Ribbons, Trimming Buttons,
Braids, etc, at the lowest prices
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1871-08-09

GRAIN AND COUNTRY PRODUCE taken in
exchange for goods.
February IS, ls7l-G.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1871-08-09

FOR AUDITOR GENERAL:
Gel. DAVID STANTON, of Beaver.
EoE SURVEYOR GENERAL:
Gel. ROBERT 8. BEATH, of schuylkill.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1871-08-09
3!aftsmaa' S aOutnal.

CLEARFIELD, PA, AUGUST ., 1871.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1871-08-09
DMINIsTRAToRs NoTICE.-Let-

4 ters of Administration on the estate of
Thomas Ill Spence, late of Goshen township,
deceased having been granted to the undersign-
ed, notice is hereby given that all persons in
tebted to said estate are required to make i'm
mediate payment.and tn ose having claims against
the same will present them properly tbsntica-
ted for settlement to HENRY [ MEADE,
Aug. 9,7l-6t. Administrator.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1871-08-09

REPUBLICAN STATE TICKET.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1871-08-09
TN TIE ORPHANS COURT of Clearfed Co /:

In the after of the petition of Hannah No.
dor, devisee of David Horn. for specific perform
ancc OF contract of Joseph Lines, deceased with
said David Horn, the undersigned Commissioner
appointed by said Court, to take testimony in
proof of contract payment &c, in this case, here
by gives notice that he will attend TO the duties
of his appo1ntm at the office of J. B. NJ EnalIy
Esq, in Clearfcld on Tuesday the 18th day of
September, A. d. 1871, at oclock, P. VI when
and where all parties interested may attend.
Jy 26-4tp. CYRUS GORDON, Con'r.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1871-08-09
T. EoN RD H0US
IRON CITY COLLEGE
PITTSBURGH. PA.

The best conducted. most popular and success
full ins tuition in the United States, for the thor
ough. practical educati on of young and middle
aged meu.
H- For large descriptive circulars. containing
fu II particulars, address
Jy 2s. II 3m J c SMITH. A VI. Principal
The Louisianian. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1870-1871, 1871-02-09

Resolrest Fhat committee of FIVE be ap-
pointed by tie President of the, Senate to take
into consideration that portion OF The Governors
message in relation to bribery OF State officials
who are hereby authorized to call for persons
and papers, and that said committee be autho-
rized to report by bill or otherwise.
Adopted.
Mr. Whitney moved to adjourn.
Adopted.
The President then annonced that the Senate
stood adjourned until Thursday, the twelfth in
slant, at IL NJ
CHARLES Fl. MERRITT.
Secretary of Senate
The Louisianian. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1870-1871, 1871-02-09
REOPENING.

SEWING lLACHINES-,AI4L KINDS.
The public have lang desired the establish
mont of Mart where all kinds of Sewing
Machines and Sewing Machine Findings couli
zee and compare the Workings Of one machine
With another, and select from the different
makes the machine best suited To the use TO
which they desired 10 apply it To such Mart
We invite you at159 Canal reetAgents wanted.
ao22 2ptf IL S. HEDRICK, General Ageu
The Louisianian. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1870-1871, 1871-02-09
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