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Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1872-02-28
Specials.

HourzDALr.--Mr. p. Gallagher has opened o
store in this thriving town, and is candidate for
public patronage. Bat. will sell his goods at very
fair rates, hence he should receive large number
Of customers. He takes shingles and county pro-
ducc at tho highest market price. His advertise
mont is in another column of to-day's paper.
Rend Il.
Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1872-02-28

sPRISG TRapE,--Wo invite the attention Of
merchants to the card of Messrs. fcnion, Thomp-
son 4 Co., No. 6l7 Chestnut street Philadelphia,
which appears in another part Of our paper to-day.
This popular old house has hosts Of friends in all
parts Of tho Union. Its mode Of doing business
Is acceptable to intelligent buyers everywhere, and
the energetic steps which II has this taken
10 reach the trade in every section are at once
creditablc to its own sagacity and the enterprise
Of Philadelphia. The present immense stock Of
Foreign and Domestic Dry Goods, embracing the
finer departments Of Dress Fabrics, silks, shawls,
White Goods, Linens, Rmbroidcrics, Laces, ETC.,
which this firm now offers Is certainly not sur
passed If il is cquoled in the country.
Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1872-02-28

NEw FIRN.-It will be noticed by an advertise
ment in to-day's paper that Mr.. Isaac johnson
has associated his sons with him in the Boot and
Shoe business, and hereafter the establishment
will be run under the firm name of Isaac johnson
a Sans
Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1872-02-28

We understand that the whoopng cough is quite
prevalent in the towns around u.s. but that no
cases have proved fatal Some families use moth
ing but Jobnson's Anodync Linimcnt. Our Doc
tor, however says little ipccso, to produce yom-
iting. would be an advantage.
There are more THAI ono thousand different
kinds of pills in the United States, Some Of them
are worthless and injurious others are good and
beneficial. Old DR.. Parsons invented the best an
ti.bous pill We ever saw or heard Of. They are
nov sold under tho name Of Parsons Purgativc
pills y"
Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1872-02-28
1ifd.

In ClearGeld township, Cambria county, on Feb
5th, 1872, JOHN KRiSE, in his 9lst year.
In Boggs township, on February 10th, 1872,
CATHARINE A. MEAsE, aged II years, $
months and 10 DAYS.
Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1872-02-28

DR.. Y. Plato. Eclectic Physician and Surgeon
offers his servecs 70 tho people " clesrfeld and
and vnf 10 In rcadihefs to attend all
psofslrionsl callF by day or hiSbs. onice ep
Rs.d @ St.'' Z. YES, r Ay,N9ot e'sftsslS Pa
Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1872-02-28

NOTICE,-AIl persons laying timber en the
IN Ardery place, now in my p6tsession, on CLEAR
6eld Greek, sfc notified 10 come forward at once
and settle for ibo same ~ ID, =,
Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1872-02-28

LAsp PLAsrrn.--l lsraiser A I.ytle are prepared
to furnish fhmers with Land Plaster, at very low
rates, this season. largo lot Of fresh ground
lust recejycd. no7-lm
Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1872-02-28
Markfts.
ClearfeId Markets.

Corrected weekly by RICHARD Mossor, Wholesale
and Retail Dealer in Dry Goods, Groceries, Pro-
visions, &c., Market street, Clearfeld, Pa.
CLEARrIELD, PA, Feb. 20 1872.
Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1872-02-28
Total ..slo ,osas5o, ,all $40 los g gO7slO


We respectfully call the attention of Assessors
to this table, because each Of them has copy of
the duplicate in his possession, embracing the
facts, so far as the seated lands arc concern
ed. If they will take the trouble to pass over
them and discover any mistakes in our table, we
will be obliged to them If they will call our atten-
ton to the fact.
The FIRST column in the table shows the number
Of acres of land the seated list in each borough
and township the second the number Of acres on
the unsoated list, and the third column gives the
whole number of acres returned by the Assessors,
while the fourth column gives the aggregate value
in each township.
After excluding the boroughs 1t will be observed
county is 50. Bloom and Graham townships are
the lowest, ($7), and Brady (sil.sO) and Lawrence
(sll.7O) the highest.
The 669,io acres being assessed at 81, ,207, $40
makes the average about 50. This being estab-
lished, the next thing to dwell upon is is this
the real value of improved land in the county
If not, what is the true valuel And another very
material point TO settle is, should some Of the
townships which fall below the average be higher,
and some Of those above be loweri Ifyea, whchl
ATTENTION. We are authorized to
state that the County Commissioners will be in
session the week before Court, so as to enable
those in and adjacent to the county seat who have
any business to lay before the board, to do so at
once, and not wait until court week, when those
from . distance should be waited upon. 1t is too
much the practice cf those indicated topress their
business when the Office is filed by citizens re-
siding twenty or thirty miles distant. week
before Court is therefore dedicated to the domestic
business portion of the place.
Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1872-02-28
Very Latest Styles !

Also, Trunks, yaliscs, Railroad Bags, Umbrellas,
Canes, and many other articles, both useful nns
ornamental, which vill be sold at fair rates.
&o- The eilircns 81 Cjceraeld and vicinity are
respectfully invited to cali and examine my goods
before purchasing elsewhere.
LEVER illegal.
QIeAraeld, Pa, Fsb.,7, 1872. ft'' u
Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1872-02-28

List of letters remaining unclaimed
in the Postofce at Clearfeld, for the week ending
February 18th, IS12:
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1872-10-14

daily or periodically to obtain it. We
cannot suppose they get the water from
the dews, for the dews are slight here,
when there are any at all
1t will be noticed that very many Of
the large dog towns are in places
where low cactus grows, and it is more
than probable that the presence or abun-
dance OF this plant determines the stu
alton Of the town. The cactus probably
furnishes the moisture for these curious
animals. have heard il said that the
prairie dog digs down until it reaches
water, but am not aware that there is
any proof Of this.
Although we saw plenty of prairie
dogs, We did not see the owls and the
rattlesnakes which take up their abode
with them. By the way, | think it may
well be doubted that the above named
animals constitute happy family"
1t is more than probable that the owl
and the rattlesnakes are regarded as real
intruders, as indeed they are, but are
tolerated because they can not be dis
lodged. The owlis unlike any species
we have in the eastern part Of the coun-
try, and the same is true Of the rattle
snake. 1t is more than probable that
both owl and rattlesnake find double
inducement to take up their abode in
prairie dog towns for here they are sure
TO find shelter, and young prairie dogs
may form a most palatable diet.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1872-10-14
A GOOD TaIher.

Lippincotts Magazine says that per-
haps the most brilliant conversationalist
that Virginia or the United States ever
produced was the late Lyttleton Waller
Tazewell. Unfortunately for his repu-
tation as to consistency and frmness of
opinion, his mind was so capacious and
we'll stored that it was impossible for
him not to see all sides of any subject
on which he conversed, and hence it was
not always easy-indeed, it was often
extremely difficult-for his hearers to
ascertain what his real opinion was. In
illustration of, this peeuliarity of Gov
ernor Tazewell, the following anecdote
is told: -
When the notification trouble was at
its hight, Mr.. Calhoun sent William O.
Preston to Richmond to sound the first
Governor Floyd, father of John B. Floyd,
Secretary of War under Buchanan, as
to what might be expected of Virginia
in case South Carolina became involved
in conflict with the Federal govern
ment. The question being one of great
importance, and Governor Floyd having
the utmost confidence in Governor Taze-
wells Judgment, the latter was sum-
moned to the State capital, and the con-
ference took place in the Executive Man
sion at night soon after supper. a
Mr.. Tazewell, being called upon for
his opinion, began. A stream of brilliant
and forcible words poured from his fluent
lips, enchanting and delighting his two
auditors. At the expiration Of an hour,
Governor Floyd ventured TO interrupt
him. Your opinion then is"
Wait moment" said Tazewell. Di.
verging from the line of his previous
remarks, he corruscated for another hour
as forcibly as before. a
1t was thea Preston's turn to inter-
cept, and, if possible, arrest the how of
1--WE may conclude. then. Mr. Taze-
WE'LL that you hold"
No, not at all. You quite misappre-
bend me-"
Taking another point of departure, he
went on from hour to hour, zigzagging
and fencing at each interruption,
until at last broad daylight flooded the
room.
Bless my soul = said he, looking up,
surprised, fitis morningl Floyd, if you
will give me bowl of water to wash my
face, and julep, l will lie down for an
hour or two to rest myself; and tonight,
if you choose, we will resume our con.
versation. am afraid / have not made
myself quite clear to either Of you gen.
tlemen."
The water and the julep we're duly
brought, and the fluent talker went up
to his chamber.
Floyd and Preston remained staring
at each other for long time in profound
At length Mr.. Preston said,
" Have you any idea what Mr.. Taze-
wells real opinion is
None whatever. Have you2"
"Not the remotest conception. Do
you think he has any opinion2"
Most certainly. He has every opin-
ion that any man ever had or could
have on this subject, and a great many
more besides. But what his. final opin-
ion will be, no living man, not even
Tazewell himself, will ever discern"
The conversation" as Mr.. Tazewell
was pleased to call it, was never resumed
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1872-10-14

A Ship Tenanted Only by MOul.
dering bkeletOns-Starvat on
the Ocean-Last Despairfng Pray
ers for Help.
A passenger just arrived at New York
on the schooner Lancaster from Cape
Breton, tells grim and horrible story
of the scenes on the dismasted English
brig Glenalvon, which was encountered
September 10. On boarding it, dismal
sight presented itself Beneath heap
of motley rigging skeleton was discov-
cred. The skull and ribs had been
crushed almost level with the deck.
Shreds of canvass trousers aBd a gurn-
sey frock were found among and near
the bones. Further search revealed five
other skeletons. A slight covering of
crisp flesh remained on four, showing
that those had died more recently than
the other two. Not particle Of food
was found on board, so that death was
no doubt caused by starvation. In the
forecastle, which was almost filled with
water, a most unearthly stencil was dis
covered, and only two men could be
found to enter and remain long enough
inside to report on what they had seen
there. There we're two corpses on the
floor, and one stretched across bunk.
Entering the cabin, faint odor was dis
covered, but notintense enough to forbid
a thorough investigation. Toward the
end of the steps leading down to the cabin
a. .feted pool of water was seen, and the
men had to wade through it in order to
reach every portion Of the cabin. Be-
tween stationary table and couch
the head of corpse protruded from
berth in the wall, and when brought on
deck it was found to be in state of de-
cay. A buttoned jacket Of good mate
rial, blue pantaloons, flannel shirt
marked at. F., and one boot covered
the corpse The chronometer in the
cabin pointed to 4:30 o'clock, and on
the stationary table was an open Bible
turned downward. A revolver, with two
chambers loaded, and bottle, contain
ing piece of paper upon which was
written Jesus, guide this to some
helper. Merciful God, don't let US per-
ishh The words were detached, and
hiatus occurred between every two or
three Of them, which showed that the
writer must have been in the lowest
stage of debility, or driven to madness
by hunger. In the captain stateroom
his corpse was found lying bent on the
floor, where he had fallen from weak
ness, while struggling with faint hope
to save himself and men. On his bed a
letter was found, dated Martinique, May
30, 1872, commencing "Dear Kake,
and signed Rat G. Hart. The skele-
tons were wrappedin canvas, the funeral
service was read and they were con-
signed to the sea-
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1872-10-14
Execution of an Arab.

A correspondent writing from Algiers
gives this description Of an execution
While waiting in the inner court and
outside the door of the justice chamber,
tall, gaunt Arab was dragged in to
receive final sentence from the Bey.
Having been already condemned for
murder, the dragoman of the Consul
General, who accompanied me, told me
that, if not pardoned, the execution
would take place Immediately, and has
tesed me out of the palace to take up
places in the open space in front. We
had scarcely done so when the crowd
issued forth from the gates, headed by
Bady Schafhar, the hereditary execu-
toner, in friendly conversation with
those nearest him. This interesting old
gentleman wore no disguise of any sort
as his Office is not held disgraceful here.
Immediately after him came the con-
demned man, struggling in the hands of
a few Arabs, while handful Of officials
vainly strove to keep back the crowd.
The party came up to the very
spot on which we were standing,
cleared little ring about twelve feet in
diameter, pulled off the victims turbau
and clothes, tied his hands behipd his
back, and blindfolded him with piece
of rag. They then forced him on his
knees, and Bady Schafhar drew his old
wooden-handled scimiter; there was
pause for few seconds; then the execu-
toner raised his arm, and seemingly
without any exertion and with one stroke
the head rolled off from the body, and a
fountain Of blood gushed forth. Death
must have been instantaneous, for the
body tHmbled on the ground without a
culver. .As the prisoner was dragged
forth from the justice chamber he was
followed by an Arab crying out at the
top of his voice, Live the Beyl Live
the Beyl" On inquiry l found he was
the brother Of the murdered man, tri-
umphsnt in having got blood for
blood He had just refused $4,000
piasters (S4250) from the friends of the
prisoner to let him go, and was told
that the Bey himself had offered large
sum, but without success.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1872-10-14

Letter to the New York Evening Post
Every traveller across the plains is
anxious to see the prairie dog and
the famous dog towns, apd every one
has many opportunities to be gratifed
in this respect. The prairie dog is es-
sentially squirrel; it has been called
the prairie dog from its habit Of
barking. Coming to one OF the dog
towns we see large number of little
mounds six inches or foot high, and on
the summit of each one, perhaps, sits q
dos" resting on its launches and
rather earelessly holding up its fore
legs, and not unfrequently barking. If
alarmed, it quickly pops into its hole,
but soen begins to come out again, led,
no doubt, BY curiosity to see what is
going on. But so tame have many Of
them become that they hardly seem TO
be disturbed by the rushing train. One
wonders at first how these animals can
establish themselves on the dry plains,
where It seldom rains, and where it is
long distance to spring OF stream Of
water. For surely they cannot do with.
out water in some form, and IL is not
probable that they make long journeys
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1872-10-14
Match.Mnhing mammas.

From Lippincott's Magazine.l
The marriage de convenance is
lust as much an institution here as in
Europe, and managing mammas are
lust as common. There is a lady well
known in one of our cities who has
married off large family of daughters
eligibly, and prides herself openly Of
having performed mothers duty.
F" Not one Of them, says this frank
women, when speaking of her sons-in-
law, would have married daughter Of
mine if / had not brought it about by
little dinners and adroit attentions, by
making opportunities for intercourse,
andy putting it in their heads. And
they are all very happy. l think the
world would be much better off if the
question Of marriage was settled for
people by anybody, except, themselves.
But all young ladies have not such
clever mammas; some must scheme and
maneuver for themselves. What is the
charm of the Clark girlsi asked q
young lady of . young man about-town.
''They are not pretty, OF very intelligent,
or fashionable, or rich, yet the young
men frequent their house, and they have
secured the three best matches in New
York. rI
well" was the reply, after a mo-
ment's ponderiug, they sit down on a
sofa well, they are always good-natured,
they are very. sympathetic, they make
you feel at home, they are wemanly and
full Of fact; when they bid you good
night it is with a gentle pressure Of the
hand, which leads you 10 think that you
have made an impression. Then they
never allow their eyes 70 wander when
you are talling 70 hem
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1872-10-14

The Directors cordially invite q superior, dis,
play of Agricultural Implements, Household
Fabrics and ornamental Workmanship under
their liberal offer of premiums.
Premium Lists may be obtained by applica-
tion to.the Secretary. at the Chamber OF Gem
merce. :,
Half-fare rates will be charged by the rail
roads, but the person purchasing tickets for
the Fair must be certain TO call for such tickets
at his place of starting, and have them
STAMPED by the Secretary on the Fair Grounds,
otherwise he will be charged full rates.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1872-10-14

The language of flowers is again be-
come fashionable study. The weather
is no longer the theme of conversational
ventures, for, plucking leaf from your
partners bouquet, you must ask; Do
you understand the language of flowers"
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1872-10-14
GROCERIES.
GROCERIES.
H. D0NNELLY,
307 Poplar Street,
HAS JUsr ADDED TO HIS sTooK-

New Factory Cheese,
New Honey I'm the Comb,
New Shaker and New York Pre-
serves, Won H "I
New erIts, IEomIny. ma1zOne and
Navy Beams. frr.-Hff
Delicious fresh oysters received daily by ex-
press. Also. the choicest teas ia This city can
be had direct from the importers in New York,
compnsing Gunpowder, Imperial, eolS==.
English breakfast. and Japan Teas; also va
riety Of canned goods and foreign and domestic
liquors. All to be had cheap at No. SOI Poplar
street. SIS
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1872-10-14

A Sandusky old man has varied the
monotony Of suicide BY hanging himself
with whip-lash-
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1872-10-14
PUBLICATION.

MO PAPER IN MEMPHIS is A BETTER
N advertising medium than the Western
Methodist. it having within the limits Of
which Memphis is the commercial center
very large circulation. This can be known
and read of all who may become interested.
JudiciOus advertising will pay. Our. Office is
279l< Main street. up stairs. in same building
wy sslf DO''s = r. W. BLEW 4 co.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1872-10-14

The anniversary of the fire is to be
observed in Chicago by the laying of the
stones of several churches.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1872-10-14

In addition to the Premiums contained in
the Prerium List, the Directors call attention
to the following additional Special Premiums,
which they have concluded to offer, viz:
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1872-10-14
SAW MILL.
5. VENABLE. r. ). hAWLINS
NEW SAW MILL.

WE NOW HAVE OUR sAW MILL II;
orders for
Cypress and Poplar Lumber
Ofau dimensions. Also. --..
SAWED SHINGLES AND LATHs.
We solicit orders and guarantee satisfacuon,
both as to quality and prices.
Second mill north Of Bayou Gayoso. on Noi
sS-ii7s VENABLE 4 RAWLINGS.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1872-10-14
NOTICES.
Notice to Shippers.

SOUTHERN RAILWAY SECURITY COMPANY. l. q
LESSEE MEMPHIS AND CHARLESTON X. H.,
FREIGHT 0FPIcR,
MnPHs, TEss., October 10. 1872.
ON AND AFTER MONDAY. OCTOBER II,
no Freight will be received at this warehouse
after O'Clock pm. sqQa 7af3a
.a C.H. BUTTON. Agent
35-37 Southern Railway Security Co.
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PUBLIC LEDGER,
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l. every afternoon Except Sunday at No.

V,HE PUBLIC LEDGER is PUBLISHED
l. every afternoon Except Sunday at No.
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The PUBLIC LEDGER Is served TO city subscri-
bers by faithful carriers at FIFTEEN CENTS
PER WEEK, payable weekly 10 the carriers.
By mail lin advanced: One year. sS; six
months, 81 three months, s2' one month.
Nswsdealsrs supplied at sx cents per copy.
Weekly Public Ledger,
Published every Tuesday at 81 per annum Tin
advanced; clubs Of i've or more. 81 SO.
Communications upon subjecte of general
interest to the public arc at all times accept
able.
Rejected manuscripts WILL NOT be returned.
RATES OF ADVERTISING IN DAILY.
First insertion 90 per square.
Subsequent insertions.--,-..., %
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RATES OF ADVERTISING IN WEEKLY.
First ns:TtiGn SS per square,
Eight lines of nonpareil. solid. constitute
square.
Displayed advertisements will be charged
according to the SPACE occupied, at above
rstes-Tthere being twelve lines Of solid type 70
Notices In local column inserted for twenty
cents per line for each insertion.
To regular advertisers we offer superior In,
ducements, beth as to rate of charges and
manner Of Displaying their favors.
Special notices inserted for ten cents per line
for each insertion.
Notices of deaths and marriages. twenty
cents per line.
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tracted and payable on demand.
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wise. must be addressed TO. tf
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THOMAS &c. HILLS. JAMES COLEMAN.
TOBIAS WOLFE, W. o. WooDsoN.
o0-4Q
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Certificates for Sale at all the Agen.
cites of the Association.


JOHN G. BALLENTINE. President.
Iron TRoUsDALE, Secretary.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1872-10-14
A HORRIBLE SCENE AT SEA.

A ship Tenanted Only by MOul.
dering SkeletOns-Btarvnt on
the Ocean-Last Despairfng Pray
ers for Help.
The Fairfield herald. [volume] (Winnsboro, S.C.) 1849-1876, 1872-02-28
A Ten Millionaire Orphan.

Mrs. William B. Astor, who died
in New York on the 10th instant, in her
seventy-third year, leaves S %, 900 900
to her half orphan grandchild, Miss
Ward, who, since. her mothers death
has been favorite in the millioniro's S
family. This ten millions is her moth
er's private fortune, of (which her
grandmother was executrix. When,
fifty years ago, Margaret II. Arm
strong, gave her hand to the now rich
est man in America, he was poor, but
soon after their marriage her husband
uncle Henry, the great Bowery butch,
er, bequeatliod $5oo,oO0 to William
b., and not many years afterwards
old John Jacob gave him power of
attorney, under which he managed the
old mans colossal and enormously
lucrative business. Mrs. Astor's pri~
vate charities were many and munifi-
oient.- Correspondent Of the Cincinnati
Gazette.