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Year: 1859

TIE INVASION OF SANTA CRUz--A band of Papagoes, wbo have been for long time roam ing around this section of country, lately stole, in open day and in full view of the owner, four horses from Hoyt's Ranche, near Calabasas Driving the animals, the Indians made for the Mexican town of Santa Cruz, six miles from the boundary line. Information being sent to Captain Ewel at Fort Buchanan he instantly dispatched Lieut. Lord with twenty-six troopers in pursuit. Following the trail until it led into Santa Cruz, the Lieutenant sent his interpreter, James Graydon, to ask permission from the Prefect for his troop to enter the town Gray don managed the affair very skillfully and ob- tained leave for a small party to enter Imme- diately the illustrious hidalgos of Santa Cruz were astonished by the sudden appearance of Lieut. Lords company charging down the main street directly to the Papago camp which was surrounded in no time

 This was little more than the authorities had bargained for, and when Lieut. Lord an nouneed that he he had come for the thieves and the stolen property, the Prefect and Militia ry Commandante made urgent remonstrance, and ended by serving upon the officer in com mand a verbose document to the effect that his invasion was unlawful it was not proper for him to take the Indians, and requesting him to withdraw instantly, with his force. To this re- quest the Lieutenant made brief but charac- tic reply, namely, that he had come for the h. dians and d-d if he wouldn't have them L. at the same time ordering his men to siege five horses and three Papagos. The Mexican Com mandante immediately called upon the people to fly to their arms, and the "long rolp' beat in the main plaza. There was a fine chance at that instant for big row, but having secured his prisoners and not feeling disposed to fight the entire population of Santa Cruz with his small force, Lieut.. L. gallopped off, leaving the town in high state of indignation and in a few hours the three Indians were safe in the guard house at the Fort where they will prob ably remain for some time as security for the good conabct of the Papago tribe The whole affair was managed with boldness and address, and all concerned deserve much credit The immediate capture of these thieves will have a good effect upon the Papagoes, who have it in their power to do vast amount of damage in the way of stealing. There is no doubt that they have been in the habit Drumming off stock and crossing the line to find refuge and mar ket for their plunder, receiving aid and encour- agement from the Mexican authorities as all who steal from Americans do.
Year: 1859

OK THE READING OF ADtENrtsEMESTs.--l is
a radical mistake to say that newspaper adver-
tisements are not generally read-they arc, and
frequently before the editors remarks are honor
ed with attention. We know intelligent persons
who look anxiously for the village paper, solely
to find new advertisements, and we have many
times answered the interrogatory before pubca-
tion day, :" Have you any new advertisements
this week ?" If the answer DO no." they lose
all interest in that number. This is a curious
and interesting fact; the persons possessing this
oddity of taste lack no degree Of capacity to
properly appreciate q good article, but this
advertising hunting idiosyncracy must be first
satisfied or they are disappointed 1t is the result
of business education-Grst business, then omuse
ment.


Several times we have taken pains to observe
closely tcidt part of a newspaper is read first by
the greatest number Of people. Passing obser-
vanity along the street, Immediately after the
paper is distributed, we noted that at least one
third commenced on the advertising pages. They
will discover the smallest alteration. II you
doubt this, advertise application for insolvents s
relief, and in ten minutes after the paper is in
the street, ask to borrow hundred dollars |
Politicians look first at the editorial; persons
Indifferent begin among the shortest paragraphs,
and If thus interested, may read the paper
through. Perhaps the greatest number commence
on the first page, as one would begin book,
others look hastily over the first second and third
pages, and settle down to read intently on the
fourth If about to make important advertisement
in this journal, or to print an article that we
deemed so, we should have little concern about
its precise locality-it will be discovered, sure
enough. Advertisers perceive that their locality
is changed every week--a feature not common
with country journals.
Year: 1859

UNEcuAT RErREsENTATIoN.-In both branches
of the Legislature there arc 26 miners and q
lawyers; in the Senate, consisting of 35 members,
there are fourteen lawyers We are induced to
enquire whether one-half or three-fourths Of our
population belong to the legal prOfession' Why
are not working men, who as q class, in this
State, are pre-emnently intelligent better rep
resented There are seven miners in the Senate !
Now cannot proportionate number of miners be
found intelligent enough for that place The
answer is obvious. reasonable number of pro-
fessionsl lawyers ia desirable, but an over
proportion is pernicous. Quite number OF
these nominal attorneys know nothing OF law;
they are not distinguished in practice they are
merely lawyers enough TO keep from work, some
OF them having been stimulated to a briof study
of the law in this State, only, by constitutional
aversion to work. We knew a member at a pre-
vious session who fourshed as a lawyer, but
previously kept cigar store in Wisconsin, and
afterwards tavern here, and who became sud
denly an attorney by hanging out shngle in a
mining town; we are acquainted with another
who graduated from one bar to another without
any perceptible acquaintance with law books;
another studied three months with pettifogger
and ran for Judge! These are not the men Of law
required to expound legal difficulties to fellow
members-but they are the sort to franc imper-
feet and unconstitutional statutes.


These remarks must not be applied to our own
intelligent and popular Senator; Burch is good
and successful attorney, and properly prepared
for his profession. But glance through the
Assembly, almost every session, will detect some
hastily constructed lawyers. tbs not hazardous
to say that H--alfax is full Of suck lawyers.
Year: 1859

FUNNY ADVERTISEMENTS The editor OF tho
Sonora Herald found the following advertisement
which made him laugh and mofaize:


"WANrED.--A situation by good Protestant
young woman, in private family in the city.
None giving less than $50 per month need apply"


"A good Protestant young woman" This
suggests to our mind the query, II the services Of
"a good Protestant young woman are worth
thirty dollars month, how much are those Of q
bad Protestant young woman worth =? Or wouldn't
good Catholic, bad Mormon, or an Indifferent,
nothingarian young woman answer just as well
Year: 1859

SINGULAR PIECE OF QUARTz.-Recently some
Frenchmen, mining at Saw Mill Flat Tuolum-
ne county, says the Columbia News, found
boulder of rock, having every appearance of
being limestone, and which only attracted at
tention by its weight. Upon breaking it, it was
found to be literally studded with gold; and on
pounding it in a mortar, they obtained twelve
ounces of gold from it, 1t was the most singu-
lar looking rock to contain gold. In color, it
was dark gray, incining to blue and the tex
tire was granulated like common limestone
The gold was not in fine scales as is generally
the case, but in solid grains. from the size of a
pea downwards, Altogether, it was a singular
specimen.
Year: 1859

The INDrAEs.-The s. F. Herald recommends
the purchase, by the general government
of Lower California, as suitable locality to
colonize the Indians of this State. The Herald
is satisfied that the Peninsula could be pur-
chased, and every private claim in it obtained
by the government, and the Indians transport
ed and established for far less than the Oregon
wars have cost the nation within the two past
years. II such is the case, the suggestion is
certainly worthy the serious consideration of
the government.
Year: 1859

THE NEEpLE-PRrMED RIrLE.-This is the most celebrated weapon in the Prus- sian service, and has some peculiarities in its construction and action which have classed il among tho most notable of fire- arm inventions. The account before us says:

 The principle of this gun is, in the first place, that i, is loaded at the breech, and

 the charge then ignited by needle or pin

 forced forward by a spring through the

 powder till it strikes patch of detonating powder affixed to the rear of the ball.

 By thus exploding the gunpowder in front

 the whole of i. IS ignited, and particles are forced forward in an unconsumed state or left to foul the gun. Military men differ as to the merits of this rife. It is nssert- ed that it is very complicated, liable to get out of order, and exposed to frequent and disastrous accidents from the percussion powder being packed close to the charge, while breech-loading is 6 mistake in a military point of view. The advantages of rapidity of fire, and of dispensing with the ramrod, however, are so obvious as not to be doubted. while the recent i'm. provemcnts which have been effected in this class of arms are now so great that they are believed in all respects quite equal in efficiency to any muzzle-loaded guns now in use.
Year: 1859

B1g- A solution of whale oil soap will destroy the numerous insects that infest trees and shrubbery at this season of the year. Dissolve the soap in warm water. making "suds" of medium strength, and sprinkle the leaves with syringe. This specific is sure death to the caterpillar, miller, and the army of ravagers that de- stroy the foliage. Now is the time for its applica tion.--T Scientific American.
Year: 1859

One mournful look upon the place


That held the treasure of his heart,
Was the farewell that bid them part
Save bright tear that on his face


A moment glitter'd and pursu'd
Its channel down the sadden'd cheek
His spirit seem'd somewhat subdued,
Yet his still tongue refused to speak.


But oh there was an inward pang--
Which is unknown to outward sign
That man, nor fiend can e'er divine
Swift DER his nervous system rang.
Few, few there be, who have not knelt,


A suppliant at beauty's shrine,


Or delved into the affections mine


And had their hopes forever broken
With ev'ry tie and worldly token--
Can tell the pang Alfonso felt


As from the scene that once was gay,


He voiceless, sighing turn'd away.
Year: 1859

In a poorly lighted foom, in house, at the


corner Of Third and King streets, sat old
Mag, Tom, and Roger Wilson before Are
place that exhibited but little evidence of i'm
parting much warmth. The light from the
delicate looking tallow candle did but little
towards enlivening the gloomy appearance Of
the room. A few cosls were smoking beneath
Year: 1859

Papeta was all loveliness


The brightest spirit of the throng,
She seemed the very one to bless
One though this weary life along.
Her air was easy and her grace


Was queenly in the wide extreme
Beside, the smile that lit her face
Was but the real Of beauty's dream.
To her the beaux all homage paid;
The bellies withheld no needed aid,
And all was gaiety and life,


Where moved the happy Gallo wife.


The light fandango's mazy reel
Woke the bright spirits of the gay;
And some were brilliant as the day,


When Nature set tn approving seal
On all the world and call'dit good,
From mountain top to running flood,
Year: 1859

Alfonso's habit now is changed,


His gloomy cowl is thrown away
His flowing locks were all arranged


In many glossy ringlet gay.
His rosary is laid aside,


With all the trappings of his creed,
When, he, forsooth, would make bride


OF one of the Gitano breed.
In fact he was a handsome Don
Or rather an excuse for ONE


Aa might bo seen all CASTLE through
And he was gentle, yet his mould
OF intellect was such as grew
By native instinct in fold
Whose shepherd taught the doctrine wise
That priest nor monk nor dull prelate
Could ever mount the ambient skies,
Who had his glowing passions safe.


How mueh-he profted by this,
Or what OF faith or church was his,
Is not theme for dull discourse,
For II the youth had done amiss,
Some older ones have done much worse
with all their wit and sense beside


Than wed handsome Gallo bride.
Year: 1859

| A true and rational confidence In Goo


always has reference to his character, al
| it is revealed in his word. 1t takes int


account all his attributes, reveres his hol;


ness, acknowledges his justice, rejoices ii


his grace and love, and honors his name


Men often entertain a feeble hope in thu


mercy of God, and fatter themselves will


the belief that he is too compassionate tt


visit their iniquities upon evil doers, and


will not hold the wicked accountable fol


their sin and guilt; but such trust vii


not give assurance, will not impart peace


No. Our trust, if permanent one, mus,


be the entire surrender of ourselves to ON


Creator as righteous Sovereign, and q


generous benefactor; must be the response
of our hearts to the voice of bis Providence


and truth; must be an unreserved submis-


sion 10 his will, and an entire conservation


to his service. This trust too, is irrespee-


tive of our own notions of propriety and


right, and is thus expressed in the Scrip
lures: "Trust in tho Lord with all thine
heart, and lean not unto thine own under
standing" 1t implies an inability on our
part, to secure comfort and peace, and a
resting on God for all we need and all We
hope. Those who exercise it will be d.
rected in all their trials, delivered from all
their temptations and foes, and abundantly
admitted into the heavenly kingdom. To
them, all things work together for good ;
to them the light Affections of life ensure
a far more exceeding weight of glory, for
they ever look to the things that are un-
seen. To them duty, devotion, sel-denial,
holiness, faith,,are all a delight, for they
are nenjoyed by him who possesses all
their confidence, and who can abundantly
reward all their service. And great is
their reward. He in whom they trust, is
Sun and Shield, He will give both grace
and glory; grace to uphold and guide
through life, and glory as the portion of
the soul, when life comes to an end, Such
is the encouragement held out to men, to
put their trust in the Most High. He rules
and will rule according to his own good
pleasure, but he promises 10 his creatures
an abundance of good things when they
turn to him with their whole hearts; and
if they can adopt the language of the Psal-
mist, and exclaim: 30 my soul! thou hast
said unto the Lord, thou art my Lord"
thrice happy is their condition. God in
his Providence, Word and grace, will be
TO them the object of reverence aud love, a
compassionate Father, to whom as children
they gladly come and declaring their wants,
receive his favor and blessing. Each day
as they go forth to life's duties and cares,
they 60 in the strength Of the Almighty,
and never grow faint or weary. Each night
as they retire to rest they do so in the con-
fdence, that he who slumbereth not will
protect and keep them, and when the last
struggle comes, they exclaim in triumph, 81
have finished my course, 1 have kept the
faith" Reader? do you thus trusts Do
you thus give yourselfto God! 1t is your
privilege. If you have wandered, he is
waiting to be gracious. Ifyou have sinned,
with him is plenteous redemption; trust in
him with all thine heart and lean not unto
thine own understanding
Year: 1859

No man goes into business without
sticking a sign over his door at a cost Of
from ten 10 twenty dollars. This sign
bears his name only, and is seen occa-
sionalIy by the few who pass it. But
how many business men think of the
importance of sticking their names in the
newspapers, where they can be seen by
thousands every day, and in every
quarter, where their business aBd all
their particulars can be explained and
presented in the most profitable aspects.
Look at ;he lottery men, how they adver-
tise, and what immense fortunes they re-
alize by the operaticn. Should not the
merchant and mechanic avail himself OF
the same means Of making his name and
business familiar 10 the world.
Year: 1859

CoUETRY PEOPLE esterdhy
was busy day among the -four and grain mer.
chants and strange to say the most Of the
buyers were from the oountry. Country mer-
chants bought in lots of ten, fifteen or twenty
barrels, as far as they had money to invest One
oopsignmento OF wheat which was received by J. M.
Hover, on Saturday last from youngstown, was
yesterday returned on order from the original
shipper. In one case farmer was eadeavoring
to borrow money with which TO purchase wheat.
Farmers borrowing money in Jupe with which to
buy wheat at Sl,6O per bushel, is a rare and a
sadly significant sight although we hope and trust
shat their fears are generally groundless
Year: 1859

The propFietOrs of this great pork shop have
just sent "hitch Of bacon" to the Princess
Royal, presuming, on the birth of her baby, that
the happy wife and mother is entitled to such
present in accordance with the good old Eng.
lish maxim, viz ''lf a married couple live to-
ge,her for the fist twelve morths without
quarreling, they are worthy TO be presented
with fitch OF bacon"
Year: 1859

THE ADVENT OF EXTRAORDINARY MUSICAL AT.
FRACTIONS has not at all essened the general interest
felt in Jndsons lottery distribution enterprise, 81
Camp street, which still retains its popularity, despite
all competition, however tremendous. Notwithstand-
ing the rush OF customers under whose attacks an i'm
mense stock of goods is melting away like snow in
spring time, kitchen butter in dog days. there are
still many splendid prizes left for Judsons supply is
as extensive as it is magnificent, and there is no ele
giant and recherche fancy in porcelain which is not Of


it. These perfectly gorgeous prize lots must belong
to somebody before the enterprise is closed and as the
number of envelopes enclosing the numbers is de.
creased in the proportion is increased the proba
bility that whoever takes one of them will take that
which will enttle him to one of the $lOO or $50
prizes. Even if has no use for crockery, it will
not be unpleasant for him to have that which repre-.
sents either of the above amounts and which is
deemable at par any time by anybody who needs or
would speculate in the ware.
Year: 1859

EDUCATION AND F1GHr1NG.---By a
law of Prussia every child between the
ages of seven and fourteen is required
to 60 to school and to learn to read
and write. In ls45 there were but
two persons in hundred who could
neither read nor write 1925, 900 chill
dren Of the 100000 between seven
land fourteen years, attend school. In
the standing army of 100000 but two
soldiers are unable to read. In case Of
her taking part in the war, Prussia can
bring into the field 100000, in one
sense the best educated military force
in the world.
Year: 1859

An important change is discussed
among the, Methodists in regard to
the government of the Church and
the itineracy of the ministers. The
Layman's Association of the Cincin-
natti Conference, recently in session
resolved that it would conduce to the
welfare Of the whole church so to
change the present system as to allow
of lay representation in general and
other conferences. They object to be-.
ing so exclusively governed by the
ministers. They further say that the
good Of their children, the church and
the world, loudly calls for more in
innate relation between the pastor and
people, which can only be obtained
by more protracted stay of the pas.
tor with the people,"


One reason they urge against the
present system Of itincrancy is, that it
is grievous and unnecessary bur-
den upon the Church. They calcu
late that in displacing their tour thous-
and ministers from fields where they
have just begun TO labor with success,
and in removing them to new ones
where six months will be required to
make acquaintanccs, an expense IS in-
cured every two years of s120,0o0 for
removals, and another $12o;ooo in the
depreciation Of household goods, max
ing an aggregate which exceeds the
whole sum contributed by the Metho-
dist Episcopal Church, to foreign
missions. They also reckon that every
two years a thousand years minis
terial labor are lost in the process of
removal, and argue that the system is
"extravagant." They also protest
against the absorption Of the time of
the ministers in editing, teaching lat
in and mathematics, and hold that
laymen may be found to attend to
manythings which now divert many
OF their ministers from their proper
work. k.-.-Ne,o York Post.
Year: 1859

FIGHT ON House. Tor Two masons who were
employed in building chimney on top of new
house on Congress street got into quarrel yester-
day, in consequence of too free indulgence in in
toxicating liquors. They maintained their pre-
carous footing and carried on the dispute by hold
ing to the halffnished chimney and striking at
each other with trowes over the top of il. This
method of fighting being rather Slow one of them
snatched up brick, and needless of consequences.
hurled it at the others head. The unfortunate in,
diydual who received this salute toppled over and
rolled off the roof, while the victor coolly resumed
Hearing no noise below, his curiosity induced him
to slide down to the caves and look over, when his
gaze was greeted by the sight ofhis late antagonist
scrambing up scaffold pole with vengeance in
his eye, and no signs of broken neck, whereupon
he took to fight and slid down on the opposite
side, believing his enemy nvincible after undergo
ing such tumbls.-Detroit Free Press
Year: 1859

WASHINGTON, Augusl 1.-THE Secretary of the
Treasury on an appeal has decided that under the
tariff of 1857, lappings composed of wOrsted and
flax liable to duty of 10 per cent; drop black
used as paint 10 per cent, and Caraway seed free.


Parties designing to send articles of small bulk,
but of great value to the United States, seem to
be under the impression that for greater security
they can properly forward them through the mail
to the consignment of the Collectors of Customs
This has led to the issue of instruction that such
consignments are not sanctioned by law, as the Of
fcers OF Customs are expressly prohibited from be-
ing engaged in business Importation. Should cases
occur after this morning it will become the duty of
the Department to adopt such measures the law
NAV warrant to put an end to the practice.
Year: 1859

A gentleman, thoroughly informed in respect to
the canvass for Congress in the Petersburg district
OF Virginia, writes here that Mr. Prior has every
assurance OF success though the canvass is compi-
Gated by many unusual circumstances


The Presidents declarations for .Jo Lane for the
succession, have set off nearly all the small politi-
clans that do his bidding in the same direction
Old copies of the life of the General are eagerly
gathered up, and sent off to the country to create
public sentiment.-N. Y. Tribune.
Year: 1859




The alarm of fire about three O'Clock Yesterday
afternoon was given at box No. 3 corner of Calvert
and Lombard streets, and was caused by the dis
eovery of fire in the three-story brick building,
Nos; 80 and 62 South Charles street, between LON
bard and Pratt, occupied by Adam Michel as a
cedar ware mandatory. The fire is supposed by
foul chimney, and when discovered the flames had
made considerable headway on the roof, which was
burnt entirely off. The stock was saved without
much damage but the house was flooded with wa
ter from the engines, causing considerable loss
There was no insurance on house or stock, and the
loss is estimated at about $500. In his efforts to
save his stock, Mr.. Michel was very severely burned
about the arms and face. The "Green House" ad-
joining, kept by William Hill, was also somewhat
damaged by fire, the roof being burnt off, and the
upper portion of the house and furniture injured by
water. The damage to the house is fully covered
by insurance in the Fremens office, and the furni-
ture is insured in that Of the New York Insurance
company. The roof and upper story of the auction
warehouse of Mr.. VIM. Hamilton was also damaged,
but the loss is small and fully covered by insurance