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The Placer herald., 1874-04-25

DEBATING CLUB.--At the quarterly meeting
of the Auburn Debating Club, held last Wednes-
day evening, officers were elected for the er-
suing quarter as follows President, H. H. Rich
mond Vice Presidents, J. A. Filcher, Jno.
Walkup, and A. Rackliff; Secretary, w. W..
Goodrich; Treasurer, j. II. Winders; Sergeant
alarms, J. II. Gregory; Executive Committee,
j. R. Winders. w. Rittepger, and Jno. Walkup
The question selected for discussion at the next
regular meeting is, Resolved, That love is a
stronger passion than anger" The champions
are, j, e. Campbell on the affirmative, and j.
r. Wnders on the negative. The supporters
are Affirmative, A. Rackliff, ]. H. Gregory and
W. w. Goodrich; negative, j. A. Filcher, Jno
Walkup, and W, Rittepger. A lively debate is
Anticipated,
The Placer herald., 1874-04-25

Who CAN BEAT Us?-No State in the Union
has greater variety of natural resources of
wealth than California, and no county in Cali
fornia has a greater variety of natural resources
of wealth than Placer county. Hence Placer
county is the richest in natural resources of any
county in the Union. This seems broad as
serton but we make it, and ask for proof to
the contrary. Some of the largest and finest
saw-mills in the State are in this county. Some
of the largest and best paying gravel mines in
the State are in this county; the largest lme
kiln in the Union is in this county; the only in
c0rporatad asbestus mine III the Union is in this
county; ,he finest granite quarries in the State
are in tdis county; as fine coal field as there
is ia the State is in this county; besides quartz
mines, which are proving better every day. and
copper mines, which only wait for local smelt
ing works to become a source of immense
wealth, can be found in this county, to say
nothing about our extensive grain and hay fields
in the lower part of the county, and the nu-
merous orchards, vineyards, and wild coffee
groves in the foothills. These resources added
to our beautiful and diversified scenery, and
most healthy and delightful climate, constitutes
Placer county one of the most not to say the
most, desirable location in the State.
The Placer herald., 1874-04-25

Mrs. CARRIE You've, M. d., delivered one of
her temperance lectures at the Court House,
last Monday evening. Though she, doubtless,
scattered some good seeds, we fear they fell il
stony places.
The Placer herald., 1874-04-25
SPECIAL. NOTICE,

Why suffer from Dyspepsia, Indigestion and
loss OF appetite, when You can, by using DR..
Henley's celebrated ]. X. l.. Bitters. effect a
perfect cure; they are pleasant and invigorating
tonic, and endorsed and recommended by our
most eminent Physicians (as per certificates on
each bottlel for all complaints of the Liver and
Digestive Organs. As q family medicine they
have no equal.
See advertisement in another column.
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The Placer herald., 1874-04-25

Sunday evening, April 10Th, on the
ad batween Clipper Gap and Auburn, dove
o.oral dress-skirt, trimmed with two rows Of
blue satin desheen. The finder will be literally
,vlrled by leaving the same at Mrs, Ferris, az
Curper Gap, or Mr.. Walsh's, at Auburn. n36
The Placer herald., 1874-04-25

QUIT WoRK-We learn that the men employed
at the Government Granite Quarry, at Kocklin,
quit work last Saturday They had received
no pay since January last, and fearing their
employer did not mean to pay them, they quit.
The Placer herald., 1874-04-25

For SALE.-A farm near Auburn. with vine
yard, wine cellar and dwelling. Apply to
Gordon, Auburn
The Placer herald., 1874-04-25

Destructive FIRE AT CoLrAx-CoIfax was
visited, last Wednesday, by the fire fiend, which,
it seems from reports, licked up nearly the en-
tire business portion of the town, aud many
fine dwelling houses. The Grass Valley Union
speaks of the fire as follows Yesterday morn
ing at about half past o'clock fire broke out
in Colfax, and in 25 minutes the main business
part of the town and several family residences
were in ashes. The wind was blowing quite
strong at the time from the northeast, which
carried the flames rapidly from one house to an
other. The fire broke out in a barber shop
North of the railroad, and in the East part of
the town near the livery stable. All the build
ings on the North side of the railroad were
burned, up to Grass Valley street. The fire
extended up Grass Valley street to webster's
residence. The Pioneer House and large
blacksmith and wagon repair shop on Grass
Valley street were burned The railroad depot
buildings and sheds, and all South OF the rail-
road were saved. There are no water works in
Colfax. We understand that very little of the
property destroyed was insured. Many families
are left homeless by the fire, and very few re-
siding in the burnt district had time to save
even their clothing
The Placer herald., 1874-04-25

The LIME BUsINEss.-Though often having
occasion to speak of the varied resources of
Placer County, we have thus far failed to make
any mention of the lime business, source of
wealth and feature of industry second to but
few in the county. 1t is fact, perhaps, known
to but few, that with the exception Of a small
kin at Cave Valley, in El Dorado county, near
y all the lime consumed in California Oregon,
Nevada, and some parts Of Utah, is burned in
two counties in this State, viz Placer and Santa
Cruz. And the trade for this whole Pacific
Coas. is mainly occupied by two firms. Holmes
4 Co., consisting of II. Il. Holmes, Of San
Francisco, and Vim. Gwynn, of Sacramento,
both old Auburnites, own the lime kns and
quarries in this county and from them ship for
a period of about six months in each year, on
anjaverage of $50 barrels, or 25 tons, . day; or
for the year not less than As, 900 barrels enough
to load 450 cars. This lime mainly supplies the
Sacramento, Northern California and Nevada
trade, as the same firm have extensive kilns in
Santa Cruz, from which San Francisco, the
lower coast and Oregon are supplied. The
above figures give some idea of the extent Of
the business. When these kilns in Placer, of
which there two, are in full blast, it requires
about thirty men and the same number of
horses to keep them going and deliver the lime
at the depot. They are situated about three
miles apart, and each three miles from the town
Of Clipper Gap. half way down the side
of the steep gorge through which the North
Fork of the American River wends its way TO
the valley below. They are built after a plan
known as the Monitor lime kiln far superior
to any in use. A description is unnecessary.
Enough to say the fire is not permitted 10 go
out, nor even abate from the time the burning
season commences in the spring until it ends in
the fall. While tho blue lime rock is hourly be-
ing thrown in at the top, the we'll burnt lime is
hourly being taken out at the bottom. These
kilns are said to burn better lime with less work
and less fuel than any other known, and one
needs but to watch their operations short time
to be convinced of their capacity. One Of
them produces daily fifteen tons Of lime,
and it is said to be the largest Of the kind in
the United Safes. The whole Of these works
are under the superintendency Of young man
named Vim. Russell, who is thoroughly convers-
ant with his business. and who has the reputa-
ton of being crowder. Opening these lime
ledges, building kilns, constructing roads, etc.,
undertaking Of no small moment, and
one that cost great deal Of money. By means
Of the energy and capital Of Holmes Co.
though, has everything necessary been con-
structed and opened up in good shape, and the
prospects now look very favorable for handsome
returns.
The Placer herald., 1874-04-25
MARRIED..

AT Ophir, March 81, by Rev. N. II. Peck
Orange keeler to Mrs. Julia A. Lunda.
In Auburn, April 2Oth by Rev Father Kelly
Jacob Rittenger to Miss Mary Dignan.
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The School ELECrIoN.--One week from to-
day the election will be held, at the public
school-house in Auburn school district, to de-
eide the question, whether we shall, or shall
not levy tax on the property in the district,
for the purpose of enlarging our school-house
and increasing our school facilities, generally.
Good schools are the life-blood of a community,
that instill vim, energy, knowledge and anima-
ton into every branch of business. Educate
the children to high standard, and every
branch of society is elevated in the same pro-
portion. Nothing attracts population so much
as good schools, = nothing drives it away so
much as poor schools Our schools are as
good as they can be, under the circumstances,
but they are not good enough-they are not
what they ought to be- They are too crowded.
Between GO and 20 pupils to a teacher is too
many. We need more school room, more
teachers, and to have these, we must have
more money, and to get more money, we must
tax ourselves. Then let every man turn out
promptly on next Saturday and vote YES"
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The Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1865-1903, 1874-07-06

SUMNER REsoRTs.-Among the pleas.
ant resorts open to these who propose 10
loitre away few weeks Of the heated
term, there Is none more pleasant than
the neighborhood Of the German settle
ment, Preston county. 1t Is located q
few miles from the B. & o. Railroad, be.
Ing ten miles southwest OF Portland, W.
Va, and twelve miles west Of Oakland,
Nd. 1tisa pleasant summer retreat, in
q most beautiful and healthy locality.
Mr.. shafer, the proprietor, Is one Of the
most genial and accommodating land.
lords, and furnishes everything in first
class style and at very reasonable rates.
Those who desire to spend a few weeks
away from the heat, the dust and turmoil
Of the city, and while doing 30 to enjoy
lovely scenery and healthy bracing At
mosphere, will find just what they desire
in this resort, which Is rapidly growing
into favor. Mr.. ShafFer has made large
additions to his house, and every prepare.
ton for the comfort and enjoyment Of
all who may patronize him. Conveysnces
to and from the railroad are furnished by
him, as also arrangements which will Sc
cure to his guests daily mail. His rates
for boarding are more reasonable than
those Of any other resort enjoying equal
attractions. Persons desiring, can derive
full information from J. q. shafer by I'D.
dressing him at the above named post
office.
The Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1865-1903, 1874-07-06

THE FOURTH AT MARTINS FRRRY.-
A very large number Of people, including
the Baptist Sunday School from Wheeling
and the schools from Bridgeport and
Martins Ferry, assembled in the grove 10
spend the Fourth. The weather, however,
was very unpropItlous. The intense
drouth had burned up the luxurious
carpet Of green grass, which Is wont 70
constitute one Of the attractions Of Tho
MartInsvllle grove, turned Il into witherD
ed waste almost Is dry as stubble field
Immense clouds Of dust were carried from
the road on each side Of the grove by the
high wind which prevailed most Of the
day. There seemed to DO an overhangipg
pepper box from which dust was sprInk-
led over every person and over everything
with remarkable evenness Of distribution.
But for this untoword condition Of things
the occasion would. have been most en-
joyab!e.
As 1t was, by / o'clock large numbers
unable to find enjoyment In the scorching
heat and tiltrated dust began winding
their way home or to secluded spots else.
where. Still there was q considerable
number who had come TO put in the day,
and they stayed with determination 10
extract whatever Of sweetness there was
in sand laden Sahara breeze. Limp shirt
bosoms, and Elizabethan ruftles were an
incipient formation OF gray granite.
The Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1865-1903, 1874-07-06

THROWN FROM A BU0oY.-Yesterday
Mr.. John Hunter, OF Bridgeport, and BIZ
wife were driving in a buggy to Triadel
phia. When near the bridge at Elm
Grove, the horse became frightened al
some object on the road and tried to rur
of. In endeavoring to restrain the ami
NAL Mr. Hunter and his wife were thrown
from the buggy. Mrs, Hunter was moi
much injured; but Mr.. Hunter was pick
ed up perfectly insensible and carried to q
house near tho Stone Church, where he
lay unconscious at a late hour last even,
ing. BE was attended by DR.. W. Ora
craft, The horse and buggy sustained
but little injury. st&
The Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1865-1903, 1874-07-06

INcRGENT FIRRs-A sky rocket fell
upon the roof oil Walters millinery es-
Enlistment, on Main street, about 8
o'clock Saturday evening, setting It On
FIRE. An alarm was sounded, and the
fire department was promptly on hand
The flames were extinguished without
difficulty, and the dsmsge amounted tc
comparatively nothing.
A fre.cracker struck In the window Of
the B. & o. passenger depot on Saturday
and the woodwork was soon blazing. The
flames were noticed and extiDguished.
The sparks from fireworks in the stree,
below set on fire the cornicc Of Wash.
ington Hall. Fortunately, the FIRE was
discovered in time to prevent contla-
grafton.
A pack Of fire.crackers in the hands Of
some boys set fire to the fence in front Of
the residence Of Mrs. Indiana McSwords,
corner South Broadway and Virginia
streets. No damage resulted.
On Saturday morning the roof of a
house on 18th street, belonging to John
Nolan, and occupied by a man named
Gardner, was discovered to be on fire.
A hole was cut through the ROOF, and the
flames were extinguished without much
damage. The Vigilant steamer was on
the ground.
The Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1865-1903, 1874-07-06

The FOURTH AT WASHINGTON, Pa
From Mail Agent ChesIey we learned
that the preparations for the celebration OIL
the glorious Fourth in the ancient Dor
ough Of Washington were on a scale
more in accordance with old time customs
than for some years past. A reunion OIL
soldiers from several Of the Pennsylvania
regiments was TO be held, and the pros
poets were good for quite q display Of
veterans once more on tho march. Early
in the morning number oil picnic par
ties left town BY trains and other convey.
ances for the purpose Of enjoying the day
at the numerous pleasant resorts within
easy reach Of the town. Pretty much all
places Of business would bs closed during
the greater portion of the day.
The Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1865-1903, 1874-07-06

AUGUST FLowRR.-The most mIsers-
bic beings IN the world are those suffering
from Dyspepsia and Liver Complaint.
More than seventy.tive per cent Of the
people in the United States are afflicted
with these two diseases and their effect;
such as sour stomach, sick headache, ha.
bitual costiveness, impure blood, heart
burn, waterbrash, gnawing and burning
pains at the pit OF the stomach, yellow
skin, coated tongue aud disagteeable
taste in the mouth, coming up OF the food
after eating, low spirits, &c, Go to the
Drug Stores Of Wheeling, Bridgeport and
Martins Ferry and get a rs cent bottle,
or sample bottle free Of charge. Try 1t.
g. G. GREEN, Sole Manufacturer,
eod&w Woodbury., N. j.
The Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1865-1903, 1874-07-06

BEL1A1RE.-The Glorious Fourth has
past and nothing is left to remind US Of
its passage but aching heads and limbs
weared with unusual exertions.
While it Is true that every American
should celebrate the national anniversary
Of our civil liberty, too many instead Of
pursuing a rational course that would
make its celebration an oasis in lies path.
way, full Of pleasant memories only, make
It an occasion to show up a repugnsnt
brutishness. We are glad to know that
the great majority Of our citizens celebrat.
ed It in very becoming way.
Some went to GAINESVILLE to attend the
temperance convention and reported a
very pleasant and profitable entertainment
Others repaired in groups to some shady
retreat and spent the day in recreation.
Within the city all was quiet save the
inevitable fire crackers which ever and
annon reported according to It's size. DC.
casionally man was seen zig. tagging
along the streets with too much alcohol
aboard Tor straight walking, and
heavy heads made frequent and pro.
longed obeisance to mother Garth.
OF the rank and file oil drunkards the
following were referred to the Mayor:
John Stein s3 and costs, Geo. Kelly,
same, Michael Malone and Charley Kelly
81 and costs each.
Yesterday about II o'clock horse be-
longing to Andrew Gavin became fright.
ened, and ran from the B. & o. Depot
some distance up Water street, where be
was caught, 1t was all scare. there being
but little damage done.
About II p. N. we were visited by one
oil tho most severe rain and hail storms
that we have experienced for some
time. During the storm we picked up
some hail'stones which were fully as large
as hulled walnuts, and some even larger.
The streets and cutters were filled with
water. There is no doubt but that north
Of this city 1t was more severe than here,
Nevertheless vast amount Of good has
been done by it; owing to the dry and
parched condition Of the ground, rain
could not have been more acceptable, as
vegetation Of all kinds was in 8 suffering
condition. ,&i w
The German Lutheran picnic passed
of very quietly, with the exception Of one
or two disturbances. which were promptly
quelled by the police.
The Hope and Liberty fire companies
had ball Saturday night, which we
learn was well attended, and the best oil
order prevailed. , fEtH#3 FI,
Owing to the sllghtness Of the repair
the Belmont glass works will resume
work again today as usual.
NJ Wis.
The Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1865-1903, 1874-07-06
The UWayerIy,, Picnic.


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In celebrating the 4th Of July Is q
national holiday we naturally associate
with It ire rackeu, torpedoeS, &C., while
picnic would suggest itselfby 0 day o.
relaxation from business and care. Thus
Il Is, that the real cause for celebrating
the day Is Lost sight Of in the sentimental
enjoyment that presents itself on an oc'
casion like this. However, the patriotic
fire burns Just sS fierce and our feelings
arc Just as grateful and sincere 10 the
authors Of our independence had we StAid
Of home and shot tquIbs.
Leaving the wharf ct hAlEpast eight
o'clock We glided down the river, drink
ing In the beauties Of ianciful nature, such
aS are only to DO seen on the Ohio, and
the delightful breeze making 1t doubly
pleasant, especially TO those who wished
to escape the intense heat and dust Of the
city. Soon all were comfortably fixed
the band struck up, while the gal
liant beaux escorted their choice
to the dancing barge to find full
enjoyment In the fascinating exer'
else. We had the pleasure Of seeing
the home Of the notorious "ThomaS Col.
Inns, Esq,"-(Wee Gee; that Is We suppose
1t was his dwelling place, as we saw a let.
ter addressed 10 him st that point), and
Internationally overheard a youth whose
head was crsmmed with sentiment, NOISY
banks, shady hooks, &c, sll good stock
for the preliminaries Of a successful court
ship. We say, we heard him remark to
the fair one at his side on looking OF the
board over the coal shaft, my dear, WEE
GER" She answered him by saying that
They didn't "GRE" at all. He left and
drank lemonade all day.
At 10 o'clock the grove was in sight,
and a few minutes after all were safely
landed and engaged in preparing dinner,
which was partaken Of with the usual ID
discretion. The greater pArtofthe after.
noon was spent in dancing, while those
who did not dance enjoyed themselves in
their own peculiar way. ef..
As the day was drawing to q close, all
looked tired, and when the whistle blew
we were not long in getting on the boat.
The voyage home was made only slightly
uncomfortable by the storm that overlook
US, indications oil which we had on leGv-
ing the grove. l would attempt to de-
scribe 1t, but know should fall far
abort Of correct description, so that the
impression made will remain forever IN
revealed. After the rain had absted and
the stars were shining brightly, some fine
singing was INDUCED in by the musical
portion Of the party. Spending some
time in reasctlng over the events Of the
day, we had BY this time arrived at the
landing, once more safely at home, alter
having passed a delightful day Of recrea'
ton and pleasure. And be It said to the
credit Of the party that nothing trans
PRED to mar Or detract from tho happy
time which made itself manifest through
out the day. Iuconclusion We would say
Of picnics, like "nonsense"-
"Irs only little now aud thtu,
ThAts rellshed BY tho wisest men"
WAvRRLY.
The Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1865-1903, 1874-07-06

BRIDoRPoRT 1TEMs.-John James, Of
Bridgeport, was assaulted by several men
near the east end Of the suspension bridge
on Friday night The rowdies were
drunk, and strangers 10 james.
Young men who occupy sleepIng rooms
on Bank street would do well to put
their blinds down more hereafter or cuI
their cornS less. Why, really, we i'm
agined ourselves Of Q eRdrm-ipg Black
Crook exhibition.
Byron said: "Ts sweet to hear tAt
distant watch dogs bark bay deer
mouthed welcome as We homewArd
come" Some Bridgeport boarders "can',
see 1t" in this light but they hear It in
the moonlight, and distance, they say
might lend the enchAntment Byron
speaks Of,
The Fourth was not specially observed
in Bridgeport The usual quantity OIL
explosive materials in the hands Of Young
America threatened destruction to LIE
and property, but fortunately no damage
was done 50 far as we have learned.
The Sabbath Schools OF Bridgeport
spent the day in the Martins Ferry
Grove, In conjunction with several othel
schools. ET.
The Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1865-1903, 1874-07-06

PosTAeE.-Quarterly payments Of post.
age on papers, magazines, &C., are in
order now, and the collection Of the same
is part Of the business Of the letter.carri-
ers. Those to whom such documents are
delivered will greatly facilitate the labors
of the carriers by having the change
ready for them. Loss OF time with them
in making change means increased speed
III walking to make up such lost time,
and increased speed under q July sun
meacs increased WEAKNESS Of the flesh.
Be kind 10 the poor, SC.