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The union Democrat. [volume] (Sonora, Calif.) 1854-1946, 1871-12-02
MORNING, Dee. .. 1871,
FOREIGN NEWS.

MADRID, Nov. 28.-General Sickles was
married TO Miss Creach to-day. and started
for New York Immediately. This visit is q
mystery at present.
LONDON, Nov. 27.-Eyening.-The physi-
cians in attendance upon the Prince of Wales,
issue bulletin this evening, stating that the
Prince has been quietsr to-day, but there is
no change in the SYMPTOMS of the disease from
which he is suffering.
BERLIN, Nov. 25.-The session Of the Diet
Of the Kingdom of Prussia was opened to-day
by the King in person, The speech points
10 the financial prosperity of the country,
proposes general increase in official salaries
and recommends the encouragement by the
Diet of railway enterprises. The speech was
well received, and the Emperor-King loudly
cheered by the members of the Diet on enter
ing and leaving the Chamber.
RoME, Nov. o. For the first time since
the occupation of Rome, the Italian Parlia-
ment to-day met in this city. The opening
speech, delivered in person by King Victor
Emanuel, alluded to the events connected
with the occupation of the city. and said Ita-
~ had restored herself and had conquered
her place in the world. He was convinced
that Rome would remain the seat of the Pom
tificate. The relations between Italy and all
other nations. His Majesty said, are friendly
and he believed peace would continue,
but warned Parliament that they would be
held to a strict account in the future if they
neglected to perfect thorough organization
Of the military and naval forces of the king
dom.
VIENNA, Nov. q. - John Jay, United
States Minister to Austria, and Count An
Grassy, Minister of Foreign Affairs, have
signed an International Convention between
the United States and Austria, guaranteeing
the inviolability of trade marks in the two
countries
The union Democrat. [volume] (Sonora, Calif.) 1854-1946, 1871-12-02

Peters Musical Monthly for December is
to hand, containing nineteen choice pieces of
Vocal and Instrumental Music, all of which
can be had for 80 cents. 1t seems hard to
believe that so much can be furnished for
such small sum, but ace kao,c that it is. 1t
comes regularly every month, and contains
nothing bit good Music.
Bound volumes for 1871 are offered, post
paid, fer So. They come elegantly bound in
crimson cloth, gilt sides and edges, and are
guaranteed to contain $50 worth of choice Pr
ano Music, (some 200 pieces.) If ordered
per express, $3.50 will secure it. We would
advise all those seeking Holiday Presents to
bear this work in mind. Music is always q
proper present to lady, and in no other
shape can the same amount of good music be
bought. 1t is published by j. L. Peters, 500
Broadway, New York.
The union Democrat. [volume] (Sonora, Calif.) 1854-1946, 1871-12-02

WHAT Is MEANT.-The Tribune thus ex-
plains the meaning of the late election in
New York, which can be recommended for
consideration to all rings and cliques that de-
sire to control party action against the inter-
ests of the people:
"Let the full meaning of this verdict be re-
allied. The people of New York have not
pronounced against Democratic thieves, only,
but against all thieves. They have decided
that there shall be speedy end of oil pur-
chase and sale of legislation, of all iobbery
and corruption in office, of all "Rings" for
the promotion of personal interests and mer-
cenary schemes at the expense of the public
good. 1t means that there shall speedily be
inaugurated q new era of uprightness in gov
eminent and of frugality in administration.
It means that there shall henceforth be d.
unfinished expenditures, reduced taxes, and
steadily decreasing public debts. 1t means
that spectators and plunderers, whether Of
high or low degree, whether of this party or
Of that, shall be exposed, prosecuted, and
subject to condign punishment. Woe to that
party which shall fail to comprehend and
heed the lesson"
The union Democrat. [volume] (Sonora, Calif.) 1854-1946, 1871-12-02

Tue FORTHCOMING MEssAGE.-NEw YORK,
Nov. q. "A Herald dispatch from Washing
ton says the leading features of the Presi-
dents message, are internal taxation, tariff
and finances, treaty with the Indians and Ku-
klux disturbances at the South. lie will re-
commend abolition of all internal taxes, except
on spirits, malt liquor and tobacco in every
form, and general recommendation for re-
vision Of the tariff. Although no articles are
recommended for reduction or abolition of
duty, il is, however, suggested that those on
~ would be touched which can be included in
the revision with the least injury to the coun-
try. No material change in the Indian poll
cy will be recommended. The message will
allude but briefly to the Kuklrx. 1t will be
left to the Attorney General to report at
length. The result of the labors of the High
Joint Commission will be subject of congrat-
ulation. What further measures will be TAX
en- respecting the recent campaign in the Co
req have not yet been definitely determined;
q strong policy, however, is indicated. The
punishment Of the Coreans for the murder of
the wrecked American seamen, is considered
complete. The San Domingo question is yet
under Amusement.
The union Democrat. [volume] (Sonora, Calif.) 1854-1946, 1871-12-02

So generalhas the public confidence become
in Dr.. Ayers medicines, aud SO great the
demand for them. that unprincipled villains
are attempting to deceive the unwary by i'm
posing upon them their worthless nostrums un-
der similarity of name. Cherry Pectoral
Lozenges. DR.. Ayers Troches, Ayers Pastiles
for Coughs, Cherry Pectoral Cough Drops,
Ayers Fever and Ague Cure, Doct. Ayers
Indian Pills, &C., &C., (none of which are Of
DR.. Ayers manufacture or composition) are
specimens of this villainy and deceit. They
not only defraud the sick of their money but
of their health, or the recovery of their health,
which is far more important than money.
From actual counterfeits the people are pro-
tected by law which the Doctor promptly
enforces, but these evasions sometimes elude
the law, and purchasers must protect them
selves by refusing to be deceived by them
Dover IN. II. Bee.
The union Democrat. [volume] (Sonora, Calif.) 1854-1946, 1871-12-02

MONTGOMERY BLAIR ON THE PRESIDENTIAL
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS, November 90.
Hon. Montgomery Blair has been inter
viewed. He says let the Democratic party
stand back, and the field be kept clear to the
disaffected and Independent Republicans.
Let the Radicals call their convention and
nominate whoever they please, md then let
the Democrats rally to the support of the In
dependent Republican candidate. Some sac-
riice must be made. He expresses per-
sonal preference for William Cullen Bryant,
although he thinks Trumbull would make q
splendid candidate, as would also Judge Da-
Wis, Judge Ranney, ex-Secretary Cox and
Crate Brown. He does not think there is
sny scarcity Of material. and the only diff
Guilty is the Bourbonism Of the Democracy.
The union Democrat. [volume] (Sonora, Calif.) 1854-1946, 1871-12-02

NORTH CAROLINA INsoLvENT.-The Cover
nor's message which was sent to the Legisla-
ture on the ODD, inst, shows the financial
condition of North Carolina to be in a state OF
bankruptcy. The debt amounts to the enor-
nous sum of S24 ,O0O,O 900, the people are IN.
able to pay the interest on this sum. The
Governor recommends the sale of railroad in
serests Of the State to prevent reputation.
After the message was read, resolution was
offered in the House and referred, reciting
that as the debt was created by strangers
elected under bayonets, who voted money to
railroads and by other means embezzed the
funds of the State, provision should there
fore be made for the reputation of the entire
State debt. North and South Carolina stand
as examples of the blighting effect of carpet
bag rule, sustained by Radical power, which
has driven them to such sad condition, that
it appears impossible that they can avoid re-
pudiation.
The union Democrat. [volume] (Sonora, Calif.) 1854-1946, 1871-12-02
IN MEMoRIAM.

TO the Teacher and Pupils Of the Grammar
Department of the Sonora Public School,
Nov. Goth, 1871.
We your committee, appointed on Monday
the 9th inst. to draw up resolutions express
sive of cur respect and love for our late school
mate, Gustave Haag, while living. and of oul
sorrow occasioned by his untimely end, sub
NIT the following:
WHEREAS, In obedience to the universal
immatable law of nature in accordance with
the inspired word of God, and in submission
to the imperative invitation of our Heaven
~ Father, ssSuffer little children to come
unto me-" Our beloved school-mate, Gustave
Haag, has paid the last and hottest obliga-
ton imposed upon mortals here below, there
fore, be it, by the pupils of the Grammar
Department of the Sonora Public School, Of
which he was worthy member,
Resolred, That we ever recognized in the
person of Gustave Haag, those sterling attri-
butes of character which unconsciously form
the most lasting friendship, the truest conf
dence, and the purest love.
Resolced, That in him as school-mate
we recognize the most unsel6sh motives of
action, untarnished virtues, gentleness, kind
ness and fidelity to all. A fine intellect, an
attractive person, gentlemanly bearing, a
joyous laugh. conspicuous and lovely in his
warm earnestly sympathetic nature.
Resolred, That we regret exceedingly, that
on the day of the funeral the extreme inclem-
mency of the weather precluded the POSSIBLE
ity of our participating as a school in the
obsequies of our beloved and lamented school
mate.
Resolred, That we deeply sympathize with
his parents and sister, in that, which is to
him gain, but to them, an irreparable loss.
ReSolred, That we request Judge Randall
to publish these Resolutions in the UNION
DEMOCRAT.
Committee, Dario Ortega, Chairman Le-
lila Root, Secretary; Alice Hill, Anna Cowie,
Harlow Street, Dantorth Seeber.
l heartily endorse the above Resolutions.
John York, Jr.,
Taaebar Corora pnhlio School
The union Democrat. [volume] (Sonora, Calif.) 1854-1946, 1871-12-02
Personal Liability of Stockholders requir-
cd for Ssfety.

SEINE of the San Francisco Insurance Com
panies do not come up to the expectations Of
the losers IN Chicago, or the people of Califor-
MA IN settling their losses By the great fire.
Alter constant promises of repairing capital
and assurances of settling every dollar of la
hiiity, the Chicago papers inform us that the
Pacific offers 40 cents on the dollar; the 0c-
cidental 20 cents, which was quite naturally
refused. Upon these facts becoming public
in this State, the Pacific discontinued Issuing
any more policies. This company since the
Chicago FIRE is reported to have withdrawn
all Eastern and Foreign agencies. 1t levied
an assessment of seventy-fve per cent. on its
capital stock, which it vas claimed with their
assets, would meet all liabilities and leave
them on good basis to continue business,
which they have done until within a few
days. The reason given for not issuing any
more policies, is that the large stockholders
are not willing to pay their assessments and
continue, unless the Legislature will repeal
the personal liability of stockholders. This
personal liability was the thing of all others,
that California companies kept before their
customers most prominently. 1t wss great
satisfaction to the stockholders to point to
the law Of California that made them individ-
ually liable, while their companies were de-
claring dividends, but when the hour of mis-
fortune comes, where are these long lists of
wealthy men who were to make good any
loss that might overtake them. The Cham
Der of Commerce of San Francisco has taken
action looking to the repeal of the personal
liability clause. The Legislature should pay
little attention to such attempts to give larg
er license to corporations. Why should a
corporate body be allowed the privilege OF
contracting liabilities, many times exceeding
its capital, and then have no responsibility
beyond that capital. If Insurance comp anies
in California cannot be conducted under the
present requirements, it is difficult to see how
they can be of certain benefit to those who
may rely upon them in case of heavy losses at
the time required. 1t will be better to have
no Insurance companies than to relieve them
from personal responsibility.
The union Democrat. [volume] (Sonora, Calif.) 1854-1946, 1871-12-02

THE POSTAL TELEGRAPH SYsrkx.--The
New York Globe says: Congress, at its CON-
ing session, will have to consider the postal
telegraph system, which is growing in popn-
larity with the public. The success of thissys-
tenn IN England is so marked that all opposi-
ton to It has died cut. After years expe-
rience In that country official data show
over q million and quarter dollars expen-
SEES, while the receipts have amounted to near
~ tive million dollars. That is big fact for
Cyrus W. Field to put into his pipe and
smoke.
The union Democrat. [volume] (Sonora, Calif.) 1854-1946, 1871-12-02

ANOTHER HoMIcIDE.-We are again called
murdered in this county, making three with
in little over month, each of them are at
tributable directly to intemperance. Jose
Maria Hernandez, quiet unofending man
was shot at Columbia, on Friday night of last
week, by Henry Morgan, from the effects of
which he died on Saturday, the next day.
Morgan and o man commonly known as "Red
Jack' had difficulty in saloon which re-
suited in Morgan knocking Jack down.
There were several others present. James
MCGOWAN was trying to get Morgan to give
up a pistol when he fired past McGowan, the
shot striking Hernandez, who cried out and
fell to the floor. MCGOWAN was standing be-
tween Morgan and the murdered man, he
cannot account for the shot missing him. AT
ter the shooting, Morgan said he would not
be ARRESTED. A citizen went to speak to
him, when be said to him, ''if you interfere |
will blow a hole through you," and passed
on. The murdered man was ffty-four years
of age, native of Jalisco, Mexico. Morgan
who is about twenty-three years of age, has
been engaged in other difficulties. he was
tried in the County Court, about two years
since for cutting man with knife in a
drunken brawl. When sober he is represent
ed to behave himself with propriety, but when
under the influence of liquor, he is ready to
cut and shoot. There are number of young
men about Columbia who have been allowed
when on spree, to do as they please, shoot
ing at Indians and others promiscuouly and
at times making it highly dangerous to per-
sons on the streets. 1t does not add to the
good name of that town to allow such law
lessness to go unrestrained, because these
young men behave properly when sober. If
they were held accountable for their bad &C
tons, they would be more careful with their
knives aud pistols. Unless the citizens deter
mine that order shall be maintained, they
will in a measure he held responsible for such
acts as this of Morgan. The offender has not
been arrested, he was about Columbia after
the shooting on Saturday.
The union Democrat. [volume] (Sonora, Calif.) 1854-1946, 1871-12-02

OF oil our knowledge, only little has
come to us through our senses. Nearly all
that we know We accept on the testimony of
somebody else. If those who have never
tried that unrivalled vegetable preparation,
DR.WALKER's CALIFORNIA VINEGAR BfTrERs,
and are suffering from dyspepsia, bilious or
other feyers, or any disorder of the skin, kid
neys, or liver, or from impure blood, will
receive the testimony of the many thousands
who have tried the Bitters, and been cured,
they will be acting wisely
The union Democrat. [volume] (Sonora, Calif.) 1854-1946, 1871-12-02
Teacher Sonora Public School.

DEATH of Ex-Governor BIGLER.-John Big
Ter, former Governor of the State of Califor-
MIA, died at Sacramento on Wednesday, after
long illness from which it has been expect
ed he could not recover. lie was one of the
pioneers of this State, member of the Legis-
lature of 1851 and speaker of the Assembly
in each of those years. AT the general cleo
ton of 1851 he was elected Governor and in
1858 was re elected. In 1857 he was appoint
ed Minister to Chill, in which position he re-
NAMED until 1861 when he returned to Cali
fornia. Although fercely assailed politically
when Governor, he proved himself honest,
and his State papers are proofs of his ability.
Unlike the successful politician of these days,
Governor Bigler died poor. His name will
always be associated with the early years of
this State and will be cherished warmly by a
host of personal friends until they shall be
called away also. He was native of Penn
sylvania and brother of William Bigler a
former Governor and United States Senator
from that State, and at the time Of his death
was sixty-six years of age.
The union Democrat. [volume] (Sonora, Calif.) 1854-1946, 1871-12-02

ANOTHER DEMOCRATIC SENAToR.-At the
election for State Senator, held in Santa Bar
bara and San Luis Obispo counties on Satur-
day last, Van Ness, Democrat, was elected
over BrinkerhoF, Republican, by decided
majority. Judge Van Ness in years gone by
was citizen of San Francisco, and at one
time Mayor of that city, his reputation for
ability and integrity qualify him to make a
valuable legislator. This election gives the
Democrats majority in the Senate beyond q
doubt.
The union Democrat. [volume] (Sonora, Calif.) 1854-1946, 1871-12-02

TROUBLES OF THE New YORK OFFICIALS
New YORK, Nov. 29.-Two bondsmen were
accepted on Connolly's bail last night, Philip
Smith, qualified in 100000 and Robert Boyd
in $780, 900; $3.50, 900 has yet to be raised.
1t is still asserted that Hall, Sweeney and
others will be arrested shortly. Many poll
ticians say that Mayor Hall will resign at
once. The demand of the Committee of Sew
enty for his resignation was not unexpected.
In case Hall retires, Mr.. Cowan, who has
been Tammany Democrat, would for the
present take his place.
New YoRK, Nov. 29.-Judge Brady has
granted an order for the arrest of Mayor Hall,
on similar charge to those against Tweed
and Connolly. The fact was known at the
City Hall this forenoon and Hall soon disap-
peared, it is supposed to secure bcndsmen.
1t is probable that if the required amount
of bail is not raised for Connolly by Wednes-
day night, he will spend Thanksgiving in
Ludlow street Jail.
The union Democrat. [volume] (Sonora, Calif.) 1854-1946, 1871-12-02

The MERGED CorroN CRoP.-In the Smell
ling Argus of November 25th, we find the
following:
''Col. Strong finished picking his crop of
cotton on Wednesday last. and informs us
that the result of the experiment sums up as
follows The field of cotton consisted of fifty
one acres-measured-fro which he gather
ed seventy-four thousand four hundred and
fifty pounds Of seed-cotton. Thirty acres of
the field originally planted in cotton upon
which he failed to get stand, was ploweG
over and re-planted with corn, which yield
ed nine hundred bushels-worth in the mar
ket about 81. so per bushel. The cotton and
corn crop gathered from the eighty acres will
sum up about as follows: Cotton, 74,450
pounds atsix cents per pound 81, 467 90; corn,
nine hundred bushels, at Sl.50 per bushel.
81 $50, making the gross proceeds amount to
SIS, Sl7.O0. 1t seems to us that this ought to
convince allof the value of Col. Strong exper-
iment, and induce all who have suitable land
to enter into the business of cultivating the
staple upon a large scale. The cotton is of
excellent quality, being remarkably white
and clean, and totally free from stain Of any
kind. The lint is fine, silky and is sufficient
ly lengthy to bring itup to high grade,
ranking perhaps, as ''good middling."
The union Democrat. [volume] (Sonora, Calif.) 1854-1946, 1871-12-02

From what the papers say, it appears that
Leland Stanford and his partners have corall-
ed the Stockton and Copperopolis and Stock
ton and Visa,'ia railroads. The city of Stock
ton from this oft must be satisfied with such
railroad accomm pdations as the California
railroad kings may be willing to dose out to
them. 1t is stated that these two lines viii
pass to the Central Pacific Co. on the 18th
inst
The union Democrat. [volume] (Sonora, Calif.) 1854-1946, 1871-12-02

The Grass Valley Union believes that the
original draft of the Registry Jaw of Califor-
MIA, of which Horace Halves was the author,
should be introduced in evidence os conciu-
size on the sanity question. That blu would
make the jury insane before they could find
any coherency therein.
The union Democrat. [volume] (Sonora, Calif.) 1854-1946, 1871-12-02

The time is again at hand for the assemb-
ling Of the State Legislature. For four cal
endar months the people of the State are to
be kept in constant fear Of the sins of omis-
sion and particularly those of commission
undone or done by the members who have
been chosen to carry out the wishes and pro-
vide for the wants of their constituents. At
this time it is impossible to predict what kind
of Legislature we are to have, vet there can
be no hesitation in believing that like its pre-
decessors, its final adjournment will be hail
ed with joy. If the work Of the Revision
Committee is adopted without any important
changes, there will be no great amount of
legislation necessary, or, that should require
q session for the whole of the Constitutional
time allowed. However, as little as there
may be to do, none are prepared to see the
session brought to an end until the per diem
Of members cease. No doubt the usual mum.
Der of corrupt schemes gotten up to rob the
public will be presented, it will be happy
day for California if honest men are in the
majority to kill out and crush every bill and
measure that cannot be openly and honestly
shown to be for the best interests of the State.
The doubtful and VIGOROUSLY wrong enact
ments Of the last Legislature sent the Demo-
cratic party Of California to the shade at the
late election, causing that party to lose all
hold politically, except in the Senate, which
is nearly balanced. The times and the tenn
per Of the people are changing with fair
prospect that in the future. rings, ring thieves
and dishonest legislatures and legislators will
not be supported and approved in their COR
ruptions. The announcement of defalcations
by public officers and corrupt votes cast by
legislators is constant theme of newspaper
comment. Each political party accuse their
opponents of the basest acts, but from recent
developments there seems but little difference
between them when the chances presented
are the same. This kind of stealing has been
popular until it has risen so much to the sur
face, that the people, the toilers and workers
begin to see if tits not stopped, and that soon,
there will be nothing left with which to main
q republican form of government. As the
last Legislature was held responsible for its
acts, so will the coming one be, and every in
dividual member of it. None but those who
can show clean hands upon all monopolies,
and oil projects for sustaining private corpo-
rations at public expense, can hope to receive
the approval of their constituents.