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Year: 1861

ELooUENr.-The young and promising
Senator from Kentucky, John Y. Brown, at
a meeting not long ago, at the house of Sem
atOr Douglas. made a speech, in which oc-
CURED the following eloquent passage:


have read somewhere in poetic legend
that Swiss mother once saw her child play
ing upon the brink of an Alpine precipice.-
She could not rush to save him, but in the
quick invention of maternal love she barred
the covering from her breast, and beckoned
to her boy. He turned and saw her. smiled
rushed to his mothers loving arms, and was
saved. And when the genius of our Union,
who has watched our magnificent progress
so long, shall unfurl that flag which was first
uplifted 10y Divine hand, it will awaken in
the breast of every patriotic man, from one
end of the country to the other, devotion
to the Constitution and the Union that find:
its parallel only in the fillal affection nstane-
ed in the story have just repeated to you


Cheers.


How old Clay would have loved that
young mani jeff Davis probably don't like
him. His country will.
Year: 1861




A VERY curious law case came recently be-
fore German court, arising from the follow
ing circumstances:


A gentleman sat at faro table in the own
OF Koethen, in Saxony, playing with the
usual attention and silence Several plays
were made, and the card which the gentle
man continued unchangedly to put forward,
won repeatedly. The gold pushed toward
the winner by the croupier, however, was
not drawn by him, and after several more
accumulations had made the pile inconve-
niently large, the keeper of the bank rather
angrily requested the fortunate man to take
in his money. With his eyes fixed on his
card, the player took no notice of his request
''Draw in your goldP was again uttered by
several around the table. No answer. "Mon-
seiur you incommode the other playersi"
said the croupier. The same motionless ST.
lence. A person sitting next the offender
took hold of his hand. 1t was stone cold -
The winner was dead. AS the body was be-
ing removed, the croupier drew back the
money he had showed towards the dead play
er, alleging that the game based upon re-
ciprocal engagements could not exist between
the dead and living The heirs of the de-
funct presented themselves the day after,
declaring that the winner had regularly and
in due form commenced and continued the
game. The question was carried before the
tribunal of Koethen, and will probably de-
pend upon the evidence as to the point OF
time when the player ceased to live.
Year: 1861

THESE UNEQUALLED BITTERs AND TONIC are
now meeting with unparalleled sales, and favor with
customers. In all cases of DYSPEPSIA, DEBILITY
LOSS OF APPETITE, or any rregularity of the stom-
ach, they will be found efficient remedy, well
most wholesome and agreeable Tonic.


AS PREVENTIVE OF CHILLS AND FEVER,
they have no equal, and have with thousands become
an indispensable family medicine; being perfectly
pure and free from any deleterous substance can be
taken by all, young and old, male and female, with
benefit.


For sale by GEO. W. SMELL, Agent
Year: 1861

LADIES vs. LAWYERS The bar Of England
has been recently put to shame by woman.
by this We do not, of course, mean that its
members have been outdone in effrontery by
feminine rival, for in that respect the gen
tlemen of the long robe are invulnerable and
invincble, but that young and delicate
lady, stimulated by filial affection, has under
taken and admirably discharged a duty, from
the performance of which the first-class law
yers ignobly shrunk at the critical moment
This remarkable instance of professional pol
troonery, and of nerve and ability on the
part of one of the fair sex, occurred in the
London Court of Divorce at the opening of
the case of Mr.. William Shedden, native of
New York, to establish his Legitimacy. The
counsel in question are some of the elite of
the British bar, and had been highly feed for
their services yet when the petition of their
client was called upon to be heard, instead of
being prepared to support it, they plead ig-
norance of its nature, craved an adjournment,
and left the court in body, on being told
that their request could not be granted The
plaintiff was now in most awkward pre-
dicament His opponents counsel were
ready and eager to proceed his mothers hon
or and his own ere at stake a large amount
of property was depending on the result and
yet he must enter the arena without advo-
Gates, and, thus defenceless, expose himself to
defeat as well as his reputation and rights to
ruin. But his case was not so desperate as
he imagined. A powerful defender of it sud-
denly appeared when the lawyers withdrew
from Court This was no other than his
daughter, who, intimately acquainted with
all the facts in controversy, and inspired with
an eloquenee and courage suitable to the oc-
cason, came forward with dignity, and ask
ed permission to plead her parents cause at
the tribunal of justice The Judge, struck
with astonshment and admiration, assented
to her novel prayer, and bid the lady advo-
cate to proceed Miss Shedden' opening ad-
dress occupied the entire day. After apollo
gizing for her temerity in appearing there as
a pleader, which no consideration save con
Germ for her fathers honor, could have in
duced her to do, she went on to give, in a
style equally clear and correct, a detailed
and interesting narrative of the whole case
On the subsequent day she concluded hel
argument, and began the examination Of wit
nesses in support of the allegations advanced
and at the sailing of the last steamer was con
dueting matters with all the tact and coolnes
of veteran lawyer. and with every prospec


of success.-N Y World
Year: 1861

Mr.. SEwARD's PosITIoN-DIALoGUE BETWEEN
SENSATION REPORTER AND A NoN SENSATION
oENArOR-The origin of the telegraphic re-
port respecting Senator Stewards position in
the present condition of public affairs will be
understood from the following dialogue,
which has been transmitted by well-in-
formed correspondent in Washington:
happened to overhear the following com
ing down from the Capitol on the first dav
of the session:


Reporter.-Gov Seward, | saw dispatch
sent over the wires to New York about you
that will produce a sensation.


Senator,-Ah, what was the dispatch
Reporter.-It was that ''Senator Seward
will very early, probably this week, address
the Senate on the state of the country in the
character of a pacifcator The speech will
be prepared with that Senator's usual ability. &"


Senator. Certainly that's a very nice dis
patch. Pray tell me whether it was not you,
yourself that sent it?


Reporter We'll, [ think as like as not it
was.


Senator-Now tell me one thing more-on
what authority you sent the dispatch.


Reporter.-I was told so by an eminent
and reliable Republican that l believed to be
a friend of yours.


Senator.-Very we'll Did he tell you his
authority?


Reporter.-No he didn't pretend to know
the fact, but said he had heard it and be-
lieved it,


Senator-Did it not occur to You, under
the circumstances. that you could verify its
truth by calling on me


Reporter yes, it did But in
quired of some one whether you had yet gone
into your own house, or were stopping at
some hotel and he was unable to give me
the information.


Senator.-I think your excuse fair one
and you certainly made a good sensation dis
patch. hope you got your pay for it,


Reporter.-O, yes I'm sure of that


Senator.-Now I'll tell you how you can
make another one just as good, and get pay
for that, too


Reporter me that favor if you please.


Senator-Send another dispatch tonight,
saying that you have ascertained, upon the
very best authority, that there is not one
word of truth in the dispatch you sent last
night.


Reporter.-Thonk you, Senator, l will.
Good morning.-M Y. Post.
Year: 1861

STMPkINs attended the birthday party OF a
young but respectable female friend:
A year old to-day is little Molly
ROmping, noisy, fat and jolly
Too young to walk, and like polly
Wog excited she goes frolI-
cking about the floor-and golly


What laugh
Year: 1861

by them it viii secure to the United States
troops base Corporations along the whole
Gulf coast and keep open road right
into the heart Of the South, which ca2not
be obstructed by any fixed Notifications.
Once within the gates Of the harbor, and
an army could be disembarked at any
point on the wide bay which it might Sc
lcct. 1t could run up beyond the Escam-


bia river and land many hours ahead OF
any opposing force which might be at Pens
sacola, besides placing wide river between
1t and the latter-or even two rivers, tho


Escambia and the Black Water by going


far enough up. Hence, with start of at


least iorty>eignt hours, il could march into


interior Alabama. IN enemy holding Fort


Pickens could rendezvous a naval force


there and keep up a blockade of all the
ports on the Gulf unless it could be met


on the sea. The fort is only approachable


by land on one side. Owing to the open


ness Of the country, which is but barren


bed OF sand n party attacking from that
quarter woul be very much exposed


The federal forces now in garrison at Fort
Pickens consist OF about two hundred and
fifty men, under the command of Lieut.
Siommor. If Fort Pickens be taken by tho
sccessionists, Pensacola will be the great
naval debt Of the Southern CoCfederacy,
from which no doubt privateers will be
fitted out for the purpose Of preying upon


the commerce in tho Gulf Of Mexico and


the Caribbean sea.
Year: 1861

Haze been before epubic for aperiod Of 80 gears,
and during that time hare maintained high character
almost every part Of the Globe for the extraordinary,
curative properties which they possess
Year: 1861

pSs- A well regulated and proportionate quantity
of bile upon the stomach, is always requisite for
the promotion of sound healtn--it stimulates di-
geston and keeps the intestinal canal free from all
obstructions. When there is a deficiency of bile
the body Is constantly costive. On the other hand
an over abundance of bile causes frequent nausea
In the stomach and often promotes very severe at
tacks of disease, which sometimes end in death.
Year: 1861

The loss Of the St Louis and Cincinnati
municipal elections is somewhat ameliora-
ted by decided Republican triumph IN
Dubuque, which is generally good for 500
Democratic majority, The Republicans
have carried it this time by 282 majority
Year: 1861

TIE WRECK OF THE GLoBE.-We noticed
Yesterday afternoon that Martin Quigleys
steam pumps were again at work, and the hull
rising this time, and towards night the wreck
left for the North Branch under escort Of three
tugs. It is q good riddnnce to our river She
is to be taken to Miller Il Hoods dry dock.
Year: 1861

Gas ExPLos1oE-At the Democrat Office yes
terdoy while engaged in agricultural chemical
experiments Mayor Wentworth was, we re-
gret to say, slightly burned In the face BY the
explosion Of bottle, that was being used as
a retort. It evidently wasn't the retort cour-
teons We once read Of
Year: 1861

VESSEL MArFERs.-1he various craft now
in our river are coming out in unusually good
trim. Present prospects Of a good season
hare encouraged owners into such repairs as
have been neglected in the duller seasons Of
the past two or three years, which had made
the craft, our lake marine as 8 whole, rather
shabby, and the present change Is the more
marked. The pressure upon our warehouse
facilities lis already forcing early loading on
shipboard, aud over q score Of vessels have
their cargoes on board.
Year: 1861

The CoMMERCE OF THE CoUNTRY.-Statis-
tics and estimates gathered and made for
the Government show conclusively, re-
marks New York journal, that the for
eign demand for breadstutfs from this coun-
try must largely exceed the demand of any
previous year. II is susceptible of positive
proof that we must receive for our cereals
within the present fiscal year. more money
from Europe than we have heretofore re-
ceived for both food aud cotton, aud that.
supposng we shall not this year sell one
pound of cotton to Europe, we shall yet
have large balance in OUr ravor which
will be payable in specie. II our imports
decrease as rapidly as they have done, or if
but the present rGte of importations be con-
tinued, the excess of specie importatiOns
will be so large as to make this country the
great depository of the precious metals. 1t
is the commercial cOnvulsions in England
and France and the great marts of Europe
that must speedily be felt, that gives such
a tone Of bitterness TO the business men Of
those places, when considering the rebellion
now in progress here. 1t is the universal
testsmony of our representatives abroad,
that the North is deemed by European bus
iness men as in fault for the disasters that
threaten European commerce aud manufac-
lures. aud it is universally desired that the
South should be permitted TO declare its in-
dependence, and to have that independence
recognised by the North. They seem una
BILE to get rid of the belief that the South
were their great consumers, aud they esti-
mate the falling off Of our imports as doe
entrly TO the discontinuanCe Of trade be.
tween the South and the North, never com.
pretending that the decrease is owing ale
most entirely to the economy practiced 10
the free States, and consequent upon the
war.
Year: 1861

If, by the expenditure of thousand
millions Of dollars, we succeed in restor-
ing the Union, it will be as profitable a
pecuniary investment as mortal man
ever made. ...... .......--
Year: 1861

I will only say in conclusion-for I
am not allowed the privilege to writc-
that the people of this country have
been unaccustomed to such wrongs; they
can yet scarcely realize them. They
are astounded for the time being, with
the quick succession Of outrages that
Year: 1861

In reviewing the present condition of the
country particularly the present attitude of
States, we are led from strict sense of duty to
discriminate closely the character Of men placed
at the head of State governments.


California has reason to be proud OF the man
now filing the Executive chair. The deep and
important trusts the enlarged powers and pre-
negatives, as well as the broad margin provided
for wise discretion, and the exercise of those
powers in proper manner, makes il matter Of
vital Importance TO the people Of other States OF
the Union, as well as our own, who they elevate
to the high and CRITICAL position Of Chief Magis-
trate in a crisis like this.


We do not claim for Gov. Downey the merit of
being the most wise, prudent and conservative
man of those occupying similar positions. Peo-
pie of many of the other States have equal
grounds for congratulation with those of Califor-
MIA, in the services of faithful public men, and
in The council of those whose qualifications, and
purity Of character and intentions, will ever be
found in the cause of their country and of right.


But sixteen months ago, John G. Downey was
called from the private walks of life to high pub
lie station, as the choice of the people Of this
State, and the commendable partiality which
actuated the Legislature Of 80, resulting in the
election of Million S. Latham-the ablest and
most devoted friend to California who ever sat in
that distinguished body-to the Senate of the
United States, at the same time secured an Exec
utive officer in the person and services Of Coy
Downey that to-day reflects honor and credit on
our State. Through all the conflict Of diversified
political opinions; through the heat and beyond
the influence of sectional political organizations,
through the spirit and bitterness Of partzan feel
ing, and against the monied power and pressure
at the Capital for the passage of fraudulent and
violent schemes of legislation, he has stood bold
and firm, like sklllul mariner, guiding the helm
Of the ship of State.


Prompt and discreet in the use Of means and
the exercise of power in rcdressng the wrongs Of
our people who have suffered from the deprcda-
tions Of hostile Indians; wise aud cautious in the
sanction Of laws ; honest and fearless in the veto
OF dangerous measures faithful and economical
in the administration of the government true to
principle aud loyal in sentiment, he may well
feel proud of the almost universal endorsement
Of the people of this State. We fairly represent
the sense and feelings Of the people of Northern
California when we say that no other man in
public or private life in this State stands so high
in favor as Gov. Downey. His record will be a
moving power in the hearts of the people, and
monument to the man who has, on every occa-
sion, rebuked the opportunities of political trim
mers and tTicksters and self-cOnstituted party
leaders, and who dared to do right in the honest
discharge of his whole duty.
Year: 1861

TIE ODD Fellows BALL-Quite as brilliant
an assembiage as was ever witnessed in Weaver
Vile, was the Ball on the goth. The large hall
at the st. Charles was filed to over6owing. Be
tween fifty and sixty ladies were present. In
every respect the occasion was a success, and
without single exception, we believe all were
pleased and satisfied
Year: 1861

FIRE AT THE MGNT.-We learn from Mr.. Block
telegraph operator, that fire broke out in the
second story of the San Francisco Branch Mint
on Tuesday night. doing considerable damage to
that institution Operations have suspended, but
will be resumed in three or four days.
Year: 1861

ERRArA.-In the Pony dispatch published on
fourth page, it should read that Hart, of the n
Y. volunteers, nailed the flag to the mast after it
had been shot down. This same New Yorker
exhibited great bravery and daring in extnguish-
ing the fire when the magazine was in danger.
Year: 1861

Our late Representative in Congress, and lady,
arrived on Tuesday evening. When the stage
arrived at the st. Charles hotel, and the an
nouncement had gone forth that Mr.. Burch had
come, his old friends gathered thick and fast, and
greeted him with a warm shake Of the hand
During the evening salute was fired, and at 8
O'Clock the Trinity Brass Band took position on
Main street. opposite the hotel, and serenaded
Mr. Butch and lady with several splenddly exc
cuted national airs When the music ceased
many of our citizens had assembled to contribute
to the occasion. Mr.. Burch made his appearance
on the balcony, and in response to the welcome
greeting spoke in substance as follows


My FRIENDS AND FELLOW CITIZENS Il appear
in answer TO your call to assure you that | fully
appreciate and feel heartily gratfed for this
impromptu, and on my part most unexpected
compliment. Having just returned from the
Federal Capitol whittier have been to represent
you in the Councils of our Government, it is
pleasure to be able to say the t feel conscious
of having done all in my power, and of having
exerted myself TO the utmost of my ability, to
serve the best interests of the State, and of your
selves my immediate constituents. | have at all
times spoken in that manner which | believe you
would have done had you all been heard with ore
united voice. / cannot construe this demOnstra-
ton on the part of my personal friends and fel-
low townsmen into an Endorsement of all nv
peculiar political views and opinions, because
hope and believe you have come to greet me on
my return irrespective of party, and SO believing
/ do not intend to speak this evening Of political
matters, further than to assure you that am fol
the Union Of the States. still revere and honor
the " Stars and Stripes" as the emblem Of oul
national greatness, and Judging from the manner
4ho
Columbia" | hope and believe that in this We
agree. But must say to you in this conneXior
that the Union we love can never be maintained
or made stronger by force or civil war. This has
! been my opinion from the commencement of the
crisis down to the present moment. am tonight
stronger in that opinion than ever, aud shall con
tinue so until facts prove the contrary. Peace
must prevail, and peaceful councils must be had


in order to reconcile the elements Of strife and
contention.


| In my view this course alone can effect the OBJ
ject we all sincerely desire hence, as your Rep
rcSentatve and when placed on the Committee
of ThirtyThree proposed and recommended a
National Constitutional Convention, and think il
it had been carried in the place of the proposition
which was accepted, we should to-day have in
successful process a solution and early termna-
| ton Of all our troubles,


fear | am doing that which promised in the
beginning not to do ! am happy to see you all,
with the declaration that | am here again as a
permanent citizen of our beautiful mining town,
bid you, my friends, good night.
Year: 1861

THE United States Government is either sover-
eign or it is not ; it is about time we found out
wbieh.-Auys0iHe Appea.


That's the right kind Of talk. A majority of
the people are anxious to know whether seven
seeded States are superior to the remaining
United States of .fineriea. As for ourselves, it
has got to be an old story, brought by each sue
ceeding Pony, that Lincoln says he will enforce
the laws, >" and that the - Government must be
sustained" We want to know whether the Uni
ted States is the Inferior party in this matter.
We have not cOnversed with a single fair, Union
loving native of Southern State since the attack
at Sumter who does not acknowledge that from
the moment the first gun was fired South Carolina
was the aggressor. The coercion bubble has
exploded.
Year: 1861

SENATOR LATHAM arrived OF the last steamer
from the East EXtensige preparations were be-
ing made in San Francisco to give him warm
and welcome reception. This is as it should be.
The man who has proved himself so devoted to
the interests of his State, and so efficient in the
advocacy of the best interests of the country,
should be received with every mark Of applause
by the people be has represented so faithfully


Mr.. Latham, we believe, is the youngest man
in the Senate of the United States, and amongst
the foremost statesmen of that distinguished body.


Much anxiety is felt by the people of Califor
MIA as to the course Mr.. Latham will take in the
present crisis. Whatever policy the Senator fore
shadows in the views he may express will have
due weight and influence on the public mind.
Year: 1861

The MAI-FEST.--The Germans will introduce
new feature in their exercises at the approach
ing Festival. 1t will consist of Gymnastc and
iight-rope performances, etc, after the manner of
the Turn VereA' societies of the lower cities
Prizes will be offered in some of the feats This
new feature will undoubtedly add much zest to
the occasion


The Festival tent will be erected at the south
end Of Faggtown fiat, place more convenient
of access than the last. Those who attend the
Festival this year may rest assured that every
effort will be made to promote their happiness.