January 16, 1857 (4 pages)

The Heoada Journal. . FRIDAY MORNING, JAN. 16, 1857. REVENUE—POLL TAX. We hope that, among the various tinkerings wtich we have no doubt the revenue law will receive this winter, gome one of our legislators will get through an amendment of that portion of it relating to the collection of poll tax. At present, the assessor gets only fifteen per cent. on the amount collected.— This will not pay his expenses while engaged in this part of his duties, and the consequence is, that not more than one-fifth of the poll tax is collected— No person, however unemployed and however anxious for business, can afford to collect it at present rates, except in the large towns; and the assessor cannot find any one who will undertaka it. During the fall and winter of 1354, immediately before the-allowance to the assessor was reduced, and when be received 25 per cent., poll tax to the amount of $7,500 was collected in Nevada county in the short space of three months. Last year, under the 15 per cent arrangement, it amounted for the whole year to only $3,500. There are in this county 7,200 voters, besides 2,500 Chinamen, and other foreigners—say 500—not citizens; making in all ovér 10,000 persons subject to poll tax, which at $3.00 a head, would amsunt to the snug little sum of $30.000. Allow the assessor 25 per cent., and it is a very liberal calculation to say that $20,000 of-it would be collected, which, after deducting the collector’s per centage, would leave the state and county $15,000—twelve thousand dollars more than we can expect to get under the present system. We notice, also, that the system has been working in about the same way all over the state. The last controller’s report shows that the largest amount of poll tax collected in any one year since the reduction of the collector’s per centage, was $58,975. Now, we have in this state 109,000 voters, 25,000 Chinamen, and 10,000 other foreigners, not citizens, making 144,000 persons subject to poll tax, which, if collected, would amount to $433,000. Of this sum, it is fair to say that $300,000 could be collected, if the old per centage were restored, and, taking off the collector’s pay, there would accrue to the state and counties the yearly revenue of $225,000, instead of $50,000 as at present. Owing to the depressed financial condition of the state, the subject of revenue is one of the utmost importance, and we think the above would be a very simple aud easy mode of increasing the annual public income. A poll tax is peeuliarly applicable to California. Evety man who enjoys the advantages offered here to industry, is able, and should be willing to pay the small sum of $3.00, while a great many who are worth from $1,000 to $5,000, owing to the frequent changes of property among as, escape any. other species of taxation. If the assessor’s per centage were raised to 25, we feel confident, that our revenue would be increased $150,000 or $200,000, while the people would scarcely be sensible of the difference. We cannot speak for the agricultural portions of the state, but in the mining counties, where the @xpenses of the collector are so enormous, the poll tax will not, and cannot be collected —except in the towns—for less than 25 per cent. There is one other amendment to which we desire to call attention. Section 40 of the revenue act of May 15th, ’54, provides that each male inhabitant of the state shall pay a poll tax of $3, provided it be paid before the first Monday of October in each year, and the 45th section of the same act, directs that all receipts delivered to the assessor af ter the first Monday of October, shall be filled ‘out with $4.00. The latter section remains unaltered, but the former has been amended by tke 6th section of the act of April 27th, ’55, so as to provide for the payment of only $3.00 throughout the entire year. The two sections are inconsistent, and section 45 should be amended so as to correspond with the other. t&S We are sorry to learn that an unfortunate occurrence took place at Red Dog on Saturday the 10th inst., which came near ending fatally to onc of the parties. A difficulty had been existing for-several days, between Mr. Wm. Langston and Dr. D. A. Crane, which had been referred to their respective friends. On the morning in question, however, while Dr. C. was sitting in Mr. Begold’s tin shop, Mr. L. entered and asked him some questions in relation to their difficulty, to which the Dr. replied by saying that they had referred the whole matter to their friends, when Mr. L. drew his pistol and shot him in the right breast. Those present then interfered, and prevented any fur ther shooting. The Dr. attempted to @ischarge his pistol, but couldn’t get it off, His wound is not thought to be fatal. Jangston succeeded in escaping, and has not yet been taken. é xr We are requested to state that Mr. C. H. Aolbrook will open his sing sahéolon Tuesday evening next, at join are requested to meet as above. vox ern . + < re Braet THE CH. IN OF THE SENATE. If legislators,under oursystem of government, are fair exponents of the prevailing sentiments of their constituénts, then the recent selection of a catholic chaplain by the state senate— the assembly expressing no choice in the matter—may be taken as a sign that the people of California are about to adopt catholicity as their religious faith. This event may be logked upon as the first dawning of that “good time coming ”’ which has been so long on the way. Judging from this high expression of popular feeling, California, it is now to be hoped, will be the first among the American states to renounce those “damnable heresies” which have. so long sat like ineubi on_a large portion of the human race, and the first to return, with humble penitence, into the sacred bosom of “Holy church.”— Henceforth, we may expect to avoid those errors and evils ‘into. which poor frail human nature is so apt to wander, when unaided by the truthful directions of an infallible guide. For this first step towards radical reform, the senate deserves the heartfelt thanks of all who take an interest in the temporal and eternal weliare of our race. The catholic religion. is essentially the religion of freedom and progress. Wherever its genial influence has been felt, humanity has sprung up to a high sense of its own dignity, and the human mind has expanded with intelligence, and been exalted with noble ideas of human rights. Where its power has obtained. no fetters have ever bound the intellect of man, but its ascendency has ever been based on the enlightenment of the masses. It never sought to confine education and learning to its priests and high functionaries, but has ever endeavored to disseminate them widely among its humblest votahas ries. It has never taught the slavish doctrine that faith should precede understanding, but has always held, as its cardinal maxim, intelligo ut credo. It has never used the bloody arm of persecution to enforce its mandates, but has extended its empire through the gentle influences of moral suasion alone. It has never sought temporal power, but has ever opposed the union of church and state. It is peculiarly the religion of patriotism, for it teaches that the commands of ones country must be obeyed before the commands of the church. It is peculiarly the religion of republicanism, for wherever it has prevailed, governments have been free. How much farther advanced would our race be to-day in science, in art, in individual liberty —in all that dignifies and ennobles us, if the catholic church had alwavs been universal in its dominion — if none of the human brood had ever wandered from under its sacred wing. History is the great advocate of the catholic church. During the middle ages, its empire over the minds of men was almost universal, and it is well known that in that golden period, the human race made the most rapid strides towards pertection. After the (so-called) reformation, protestantism spread over northern Europe, through Great Britain, and in North America. Mark the result. From that time until the present, those countries have shown nothing but retrogression and decay — exhibiting no touches of freedom in their civil institutions—no strength of empire, commanding respect among the nations—no progress in the arts and sciences— no enlightenment among the masses of the people — no improvement in anything that shows the development of man’s highest energies. On the other hand, in the countries where catholicism has remained dominant —in Spain —in Italy —throughout the whole of southern Europe, and in South and Central America, “the human mind has kept on its course triumphantly and gloriously ”— individual liberty, in its widest sense, has been a common blessing —splendid national government. have steadily increased in power, giving no signs of weakness or decay — the arts and sciences have flourished — education has been universal — and man has stood forth, the “ paragon of animals.” Seeing all this, the people of the state of California, through their senators, (provided, always, that the aforesaid senators have truly represented the above mentioned people) have wisely resolved to return to the ancient faith. Let us all rejoice, for a brighter era is approaching. “Jesu Maria, shield us well.” P.S. Since the above was in type, we have learned that Father Gallagher has declined. This is most unfortunate. Gwin.—As an off-set to Mr. Broderick, the trying-to-be harmonised democrats, have, in the face of common decency, re-elected to the U. S. Senate, the old trickster—Gwin. This is an event which few expected. The P. M.S. S. company could have’ well afforded to spend several hundred thousand dollars to secure hiselection, but we don’t mean: to insinuate that they did it. If he can have his way at Washington, the Post Master General will not have his recommendation of a weekly mail to California carried out—very soon.{= The miners are doing well in this vicinity, there being plenty of water. _ The six yéars labor of this gentleman has a length come toaa end inhis e!ection as*the representative of California in the senate of the United States.— Whatever we may think of him as the chosen candidate of a party whose principies we oppose, and whose success we have heretofore, and are rezdy again to use every honorable means to defeat, we cannot refuse to award to him the credit of some high qualities, as shown in his long and finally triumphant struggle for the honorable position which he now occupies. His success will stand in history as a remarkable instance of the victory of a strong will over opposing circumstances. At the very time of his triumph, he is not a popular man with a majority of the party which has elected him. During the six years of his constant effort, he has met with reverses and disappointments which would have disheartened most men, even of the hopeful race of politica) office seekers. At times the whole state, and even his best friends have held his cause lost beyond the hope of redemption. A new political party sprang up which drew from his side many of the friends on whom he relied, and defeated in the state election, with an overwhelming majority, the party to which he belonged. Popular opinion has burthened him with the curse of a multitude of crimes ana outrages committed by worse men than he. And yet, in the face of all discouragements, he has gained his end. .If we cannot exactly see the means he has so skillfully used, the result is palpable enough — he has won; and we give him all credit for that persistent effort, which has wrought success. By outsiders, the election of Broderick appears to be received with very general satisfaction. If we must have a democratic senator, he is less objectionable than any other—to the opponents of the dominant party. His energy, and his ability to accomplish any object of his desire, is well enough We believe that he is sincerely devoted to the interests of California, and that his efforts will be devoted to their promotion. We doubt, however, whether the democracy are as universally satisfied with the issue of the joint convention. The democratic press, it is true, indulge in a general laudation of the triumphant hero, and the Democratic State Journal, with its usual foresight, even sees the shadow of the White House in Mr. Broderick’s future. Democrats try hard to be satisfied, or at least to appear satisfied—but the envy‘and hatred, and the bitter feuds of six years, are not to be forgotten so easily. The enemies of Mr. Broderick, (the bitterest are in his own party) are sufficiently loud in their congratulations—-and the growling is all done in undertone. The curses are ;not very loud — but very deep. Their smiles appear to be made to order — rigid, ghastly ; very like the laugh of a man who has been badly sold— who laughs because he is ashamed to swear — who says its all very fine but don’t exactly see the joke after all. Perhaps the election of Mr. Gwin for the short term may operate asa sop to Cerebus, and the hydra-headed be quiet till its many mouths can open in unison again. We are glad that the senatorial question is put to rest at last. There is at least one troublesome element the less in the politics of California. Our legislature can now devote its undivided at tention to the important business which will come before it. proven by his very election, Brick Yarps.—Among the various branches of industry carried on in this vicinity, there is no one of more importance than the manufacture of: brick. A few days since while passing the extensive brick yards of Messrs. H. Phillips & Co., about a half mile from town, on the Red Dog road, we were induced to stop and enquire into the extent of their operations. We were surprised to learn that over a million of brick have been made and disposed of from these yards alone. We were informed that a gentleman of considerable capital has become. interested with Messrs. Phillips & Co., and that the new firm were making arrangements to manufacture enough of brick next season to supply all demands, both for wells and buildings. They expect to turn out a million and a half, and to make a reduction on last year’s prices, thus enabling all to build brick houses and stores almost as cheaply as wooden. There are two other companies engaged in the manufacture of brick, so that the prospect is good for a great improvement in our city in the way of fire proof buildings during the coming spring and summer. {= A traveling dutchman, who had been deceived in regard to the distance to the neighboring town, enquired of the next person he met and was answered, “four miles.” “Vell,” said the dutch‘man “I meets von mans two miles ago, and I tolds him how far it is to Schmittown? ain he ax me ten miles, an I tinks he ax me von tam heaps too much.” — : A Goop Startr.—a. A. Sargent, Esq. Senator. He was not elected. ; a SACRAMENTO, January 13. Eprrors Journat : — The events of the last few days, and the excitements incidental to suceh; would farnish me with matter for more extensive scribbling than I am disposed to indulge in. You have heard of the election of Broderick and Gwin to the U. S. Senate.— How the bargain between the two was consummated, how much money was paid, who were the recipients, and the thousand other surmises that are afloat, you are referred to madam rumor. Her numerous tongues find ample employment on this very prolifie subject. It isa matter of astonishment to many correct thinking men, heretofore warm supporters of Broderick, that his adherents, known to belong to him body, soul and breeches, have been transferred to the support of Gwin, the bitterest of all enemies. It is well feared that all the Federal officers on the Pacific coast are thus surrendered to Gwin, leaving ‘nothing to reward those who have through good and evil report clung to the fortunes of Broderick. Rumor has it, that in order to secure an election, Gwin self-abased himself so low as to sign a binding agreement that Broderick should direct, the Federal patronage, and acknowledged him a worthy, high-minded consistent demoerat to whom he owed his own election. But this story is designed to tickle the ears of the groundlings—to calm the fears of loss of pap, which would else be entertained by the followers of King David. There can be but little doubt that the election of both is owing toa 5 deliberate agreement entered into some time since. It is impossible to say whether the election of Broderick on Saturdvy, or of Gwin to-day caused the most demonstrations ofjoy. The canaille became roarous, when the great god of the shoulder hitters was acknowledged supreme. Potations, deep and long continued, were indulged in by the body upguard of the son of Tammany, and became necessary to wash him down the throats of the chivalry: A slight shock of an earthquake the same morning, is taken as a sign of the ratification of the nomination in the infernal regions. Gwin’s nomination caused bruisers, bungers, shooters and cutters to mingle in brotherly greetings, shake hands and swear eternal friendship. The Orleans swarmed with hundreds, eager to get a drink at the expense of mine host Hardenburgh. No earthquake is reported in this case, but numerous bottles were found from the shelves: empty and brokenthe morning after the nomination. The commissions of both the successful gentlemen were presented them immediately upon the election taking place, and ere long they will be wending their way to Washington to get their mileage if to do nothing else. ‘They left for San Franciseo to-day on the Antelope. Latham was followed to the boat by a long funeral. procession of his friends. With the moguls of the party, left a host of the riff raff which has been collecting here for a month past. The eapital will be comparatively clear of them, though too many will be found on hand when a stealing measure is up for consideration. Among thinking men I find many who favor a convention to revise the Constitution. It is contended that our government is too extensive for the available revenues of the State, and that a more simplified government is imperiously demanded. Upon a consideration of the subject, it is found that at the present rate of taxation the State cannot well keep within its revenues. Wipe out the office of Couuty Judge and confer the powers upon District Judges, abolish two or three State ofiices which are known to be perfect sinecures, lessen the number of Senators and Representatives, and limit the sessions of the Legislature to sixty days, and one-half the expense of the present State government is saved. ‘The remedy may be had through the Legislature, but not so promptly and thorcughly it is contended, as by means of a Convention. There is a want of confidence every wheie expressed, in our Supreme Court. Whether that tribunal deserves all the anathemas, heaped upon it, is perhaps a question. _ But it should be, like Cesar’s wife, above suspicion, and as it is not, the benches should be vacated by some process.— Guy Fawkes made the use of gunpowder in a certain way very unpopular, and the only honorable mode left us is by means of a Convention. Speaking of the Supreme Court, reminds me that Peter H. Burnett, the first Governor of California, has received the appointment of Judge in place of Heydenfeldt. Mr. Burnett is a man above reproach, and perhaps the highest tribunal of the State may now begin to acquire a character for honesty. The proceedings of the Legislature are devoid of interest. Little has been done, as was expected, the Senatorial question hanging like an incubus upon the legitimate business of the session. From present appearances the pay of members will amount to but little this session. There is little sale for scrip of this ‘place received ‘eleven votes in. and at very reduced rates. On this account I have strong hopes of an early Legislative ‘Correspondence. To be brave and bold when a strong jenemy stands before us, is to have true courage ; to strut, and foam and swagger when no enemiesare near, is to show the grit of a coward. The latter is now being exhibited by the democratic de fenders of the constitution assembled at Sacramento, in their ra/orous denunciations of the date Vigilance Committee of San Francisco. The-history of that powerful organization is familiar to every one, and has become a matter of notoriety throughout the civilized word. Its character and objects—whether the precedent it has set will counter-balance the good it has accomplished—whether the end attained justifies the unusual means taken to attain it—whether the up rising of the people in their primative sovereignty was the only effective remedy for existing evils—all these are matters which we do not propose, at present, to discuss. We simply wish to allude to the past and present position of the democratic party in relation to it. When the Committee was in active existence, and up to the election—when its actions were still freshin men's minds —it was undoubtedly endorsed by ninetenths of the people. It originated among the best citizens of San Francisco, and had the sympathies of our best citizens throughout the entire State. It was emphatically the act of the people. If, therefore, there was any wrong done, jit was not a wrong committed by individuals against the sovereignty of the State, but a wrong, or rather an error, committed by the sovereignty itself. This being the condition of affairs, many of the leaders of the democratic party were placed in an unpleasant situation. It so happened that most of the scoundrels who were roughly han. dled by the Committee, had heen ac. tive workers in the democratic ranks, . and had been conveniently used by . these leaders for political purposes.— Their hatred, therefore of the Vigilance Committee was inveterate, and many of them strongly urged the party to take ground against it, in the campaign.— The celebrated “Young Mens Democratic Club” of San off in } that direction, and the less celebrated . Francisco, led young, old, and middle aged men’s demoeratic club of Nevada city followed suit, for one trick. The former, howeyer, lost, and the latter—so soon as the} Grass Valley club showed its hand, abandonel the game. Wiser counsellors prevailed on board the democratic craft, and seeing that opposition to the gale that was blowing toward Vigilance would bring shipwreck, they steered the vessel into the tranquil waters.of noncommittalism. They dared not, and they did not make it an issue before the people, and so fearful were they of the subject, that an anti-Vigilance resolution introdneed into their State Convention, broke it up in confusion. But “the times change, and we change with them.” The Vigilance Committee having accomplished its purposes quietly laid down its great power and dissolved. It matters but little, for all practical purposes, whether it was right, or whether it was wrong. for if we are to punish anybody for its acts, we must punish “the people cf the State of California,” rather a hereulean job for our Legislators to undertake.— The election, too, is over, and the democracy “steering between wind and water” on this question, has been suecessful. Its Legislative leaders assem} ble at the capital. Feeling that all danger is for the future over, and hoping . that by another year, they can change public opinion, or that the Vigilance Committee will be lost sight of, they give terrific vent to their private malice ! and call it “indignation at the violation of the Constitution:” These valiant gentlemen are not afraid of the departed Vigilantes, but exhibit all the courage of Falstaff over the dead body of Perey. Macbeth said thatif Banquo “were alive again” he would not fear him, the marrowless bones of the ghost made him tremble. These chivalric democrats have no superstitious dread of spirits, it is only when a living foe fronts them, that they slink away. Had these democratic legislators announced the fierceness of their antiVigilance sentiments during the canvass not one-tenth of them could have been elected. Was there ever a more fraudulent and outrageous misrepresentatiou of popular will ? Was there ever a more marked instance of political cowardice, and public swindling ? And yet we shall not be surprised, if all thorough-bred democrats—little local leaders particularly—chimed in with this high party command, no matter what their former opinions may have been.— All that a whole hog democrat wants to know is, “what has the party determined upon ?” and then he “goesin.” We notice that the democrats in this city, who were loud-mouthed in proclaiming their sympathies with Vigilance, a short time ago, are now very quiet and silent. Mention the subject to them, and they will tell you that the probabilities are that the rainy weather is going to continue. A few weeks longer and they will all be violent denouncers of “that body of reyolutionists who opposed the constitution and trampled on the law.” Oh democracy, ! to have much of thee. how /ittle must one have of manhood.“ ~ It is no more. The Sierra Democrat of the 10th inst. discusses in an able manner the propriety of the division, by the present leg-’ y islature, of the 14th judicial district. The necessity of this course has become apparent to all who know any thing of the condition of legal business in the three counties which compose our district at the present time. In the counties of Nevada and Sierra, not a single term passes without leaving a large number of cases, many of them of the greatest importance, untried and unsettled—at such ruinous increase of the cost of litigation, as only those who have been suitors in our courts can thoroughly understand. This arises from no fault of the court itself— for the industry with which Judge Searls has constantly labored, and is laboring, to transaet the business which comes before him, is too well known to call for any comment here;— but from the simple fact that it is an utter impossibility for any one nian to try the numerous cases which arise in the rich and populous counties of Sierra and Nevada alone — not to mention the other county of Plumas, less important, but still demanding a considerable portion of the time of the district judge. Itis a fact that at this present term of the court in Nevada, suits are accumulating upon the calendar faster than they can be tried. If this be the case in a single county, it is easy to see that the legal business of the three counties will soon be reduced to inextricable confusion. The evils of this state of facts are apparent. In order that justice in a court of Jaw may be efficacious it must be performed speedily. ‘The delays necessarily incident to our system of law, in its promptest administration are sufficiently onerous. When there are added to these the delays consequent upon an over-crowded calendar, the obstructions in the way of speedy justice are burthensome ia the extreme. Cases must be adjourned from term to term, simply because there is not time to try them. Wituess and court fees mnsl be paid. of our people, valuable testimony is lost beyond recovery. Often, from the migratory habits erty in suit must lie idle and unimproved the suitor, with justice on his side, finds himuntil it beeomes valueless; and self ruined past redemption, before he can possibly obtain a hearing by the court. The only remedy for this existing evil is the division-of our judicial district. The plan of division proposed by the Democrat will undoubtedly meet with the approbation of the residents of Nevada county. It is that this county should furm a single district by itself, and that a new district should be formed, composed of the counties of Sierra and Plumas. This division would be an equable and natural one. ‘The business of either of the districts thus formed will be sufficient to occupy the undivided attention of a single judge. By having a judge resident at the county seat, the important chamber business constantly arising, can be transacted without loss of time, and actions can be promptly tried and decided, without the enormous expense consequent upon repeated continuances. We hope a bill will be introduced before the present legislature as soon as it is practicable, providing for this division. GoOVERNOR’s MessaGe. — Governor Johnson’s annual inessage is a most ex: cellent document, and does much credit toits author. It contains a comprehensive exposition of public affairs, and . should be read by every one who takes any interest in our state government. It shows that the governor has applied himself closely to his duties, and that he has been striving to do what he thought best. There are some things in it with which we do not agree, but upon the whole, it is the best message ever written by a California governor. He gets over the Vigilance Committee affair — the great feature of his administration — about as well as could be expected, under the circumstances. lis recommendations as to divorces and the attachment law, we cannot endorse. arise from making all divorce suits triable in open court, thus rendering delicate family difficulties the theme of public gossip ; neither can we see why district attorneys should be mixed up with them. In relation to the attachment law, we have heretofore expressed our opinions. ‘The governor’s proposed amendments would give debtors an excellent opportunity to repudiate, and place creditors entirely at their mercy. The message is somewhag lengthy, but it is well worth the time spent in reading it, B. TALLMAN’s Express.—This new Express between Sacramento and Nevada, arrived at this place for the first time on Wednesday last, with four water-proof Concord wagons, heavily laden with freight. We understand that this: Express has started with a determination not to be run off the track, Roaps.—We would like to speak of the condition of the roads —but they are so horribly muddy we eant bear to mention them. ‘The Sacramento stages are accustomedsto arrive at midnight, — Sometimes the prop. We can sce no good that can} a. San Juan North, Jan. 14, 1857. * We are indebted to Mr. Dornin, ope-tor in Nevada, for the following teleraphic dispatch : Some two hundred and fifty miners representing the adjoining districts, met here yesterday in convention to make an amicable adjustment between the Ditch company and themselves. A resolution to suspend the resolutic ns passed at the previous meeting was introduced, and a committee of ten were appointed to tonsult with the Ditch Co., and endeavor to effect a compromise.— They reported the ditch company firm at thirty cents. A resolution to rescind the resolution not to take the water at more than twenty-five cents was introduced and after a stormy debate was lost bya vote of 104 to 76. Many refusing to vote. The majority who felt the pressure of circumstances then made an appeal to the generosity of the meeting, and offered a resolution releasing those who felt unable to stand out. This was also lost. Some of the minority then announced their intention of going to work at allrisks. This provoked a lively discussion and heavy cross-firing, in the . midst of which a resolution to re-consider . the last resolution was put, upon which those who favored a continuanee of the strike left the hall in a body, giving the field to those in favor of taking water at thirty cents per inch. The citizens generally are rejoicing at the prospect of the miners again resuming work—as they will, toa general extent. Those mostly in favor of holding out were not yet ready for water, thirty cents, instead of twenty-five cents per inch, will be heneficial to business on all sides. Founp Deap—On Tuesday a man: was found dead on Cement Hill, a short distance from this city, lis corpse appeared to have been lying on the spot where it was for several days. No one knew hisname An inquest was held over his body, but we have not learned the result. THhEATRE.—A company eompesed of Mrs. Estelle Po!ter, Mr Fieming. Brown, will open the Nevada Theatre, on next Escelle Potter has always been a great favorite in this vicinMonday week. ity, and we have no doubt, but that the pew company will haye a good run. Nevapas MixsTreLs.—A company of minstrels have been formed in Nevada under the above title, and will make at the Theatre. fancy dances, &e. See performance in another column. they no doubt deserve. SEES LEEPER OSS AV . " Ie) SO Sr Ne ewe a HARRINGTON have opened their new saloon in Riley . & Grey’s brick building on the corner ,of Broad and Vine. On Monday evening, with the liberality of “good fel4 lows,” they threw open their house to their friends, who, judging from the: ; crowd of gentlemen that thronged their;rooms on the occasion, are numerous. 1 . . . . . ; All kinds of liquid luxuries were fure. nished excellent! band of music was in attendence —and “every body had a good time.” . Their / saloon is bound to be a place of general . resort. in’ abundance — an Tae Weatuer.—It has been cloudy for the last week, with slight falls of rain; but has not been so cold es during the week previous. In the upper por tions of the county, mining operations are entirely suspended on aecount of the extreme depth of snow. Water is ; yet scarce in most localities; but on Wednesday night it commenced raining in earnest, und should it continue a few days longer, and remain warm it will: give us the best mining season we haye ‘had since 52. Favors.—Chase of the Pacific Ex: . press hes furnished us during the Iast. weck with files of papers from all parts of the state. Chase is one of those men whom we like to receive favors from —~ a good fellow —active and liberal. Maint SreaAmMer.—At the time we {oe to press nothing has been heard posi-. tively regarding hor arrival, Yt was reported Wednesday night about 11 oelock that she was just coming up the j bay. But owing to the bad working of* the telegraph line, in consequence of. wet weather, the report has not been. . verified. She may be looked for at anymoment, this being her 26th day out. New Line.— We understand that pack train will hereafter start from Ne-. vada daily for Forest City. here is. also to be a regular daily train to, Camptonville. S We are indebted to Hamlin and Welch for an abundant supply of papéts. In Marysvi i i tel, by the Ter Ea be Walsworth, JOSEPH LAM BERS N-3, MARTIN, of San Franeleege ** Nevads, to Ma, We feared that an enterprising Expressman was to be too late, for once, but it appears he has delivered his budget of love in time. He is now free from the ills of bacholship—we hope he may never find those of matri. mony. May his bride and himself fleet down to the end of lifes stream with blueskies evey over them and peace, ful waters befed eath, * rator at San Juan, and Mr. Chase, opeand it is thought the compromise forDumphries, and other well known actors, ; their first appearance Saturday eveningThe amusements will, consist of burlesqutes, duetts, solos, reels, . As this company is ; composed of yourg men of the place: we hope they may have a full house, as « notice of~ & Parrerson’s Sa-. LOON.—These well known gentlemen :

The Heoada Journal. . FRIDAY MORNING, JAN. 16, 1857. REVENUE—POLL TAX. We hope that, among the various tinkerings wtich we have no doubt the revenue law will receive this winter, gome one of our legislators will get through an amendment of that portion of it relating to the collection of poll tax. At present, the assessor gets only fifteen per cent. on the amount collected.— This will not pay his expenses while engaged in this part of his duties, and the consequence is, that not more than one-fifth of the poll tax is collected— No person, however unemployed and however anxious for business, can afford to collect it at present rates, except in the large towns; and the assessor cannot find any one who will undertaka it. During the fall and winter of 1354, immediately before the-allowance to the assessor was reduced, and when be received 25 per cent., poll tax to the amount of $7,500 was collected in Nevada county in the short space of three months. Last year, under the 15 per cent arrangement, it amounted for the whole year to only $3,500. There are in this county 7,200 voters, besides 2,500 Chinamen, and other foreigners—say 500—not citizens; making in all ovér 10,000 persons subject to poll tax, which at $3.00 a head, would amsunt to the snug little sum of $30.000. Allow the assessor 25 per cent., and it is a very liberal calculation to say that $20,000 of-it would be collected, which, after deducting the collector’s per centage, would leave the state and county $15,000—twelve thousand dollars more than we can expect to get under the present system. We notice, also, that the system has been working in about the same way all over the state. The last controller’s report shows that the largest amount of poll tax collected in any one year since the reduction of the collector’s per centage, was $58,975. Now, we have in this state 109,000 voters, 25,000 Chinamen, and 10,000 other foreigners, not citizens, making 144,000 persons subject to poll tax, which, if collected, would amount to $433,000. Of this sum, it is fair to say that $300,000 could be collected, if the old per centage were restored, and, taking off the collector’s pay, there would accrue to the state and counties the yearly revenue of $225,000, instead of $50,000 as at present. Owing to the depressed financial condition of the state, the subject of revenue is one of the utmost importance, and we think the above would be a very simple aud easy mode of increasing the annual public income. A poll tax is peeuliarly applicable to California. Evety man who enjoys the advantages offered here to industry, is able, and should be willing to pay the small sum of $3.00, while a great many who are worth from $1,000 to $5,000, owing to the frequent changes of property among as, escape any. other species of taxation. If the assessor’s per centage were raised to 25, we feel confident, that our revenue would be increased $150,000 or $200,000, while the people would scarcely be sensible of the difference. We cannot speak for the agricultural portions of the state, but in the mining counties, where the @xpenses of the collector are so enormous, the poll tax will not, and cannot be collected —except in the towns—for less than 25 per cent. There is one other amendment to which we desire to call attention. Section 40 of the revenue act of May 15th, ’54, provides that each male inhabitant of the state shall pay a poll tax of $3, provided it be paid before the first Monday of October in each year, and the 45th section of the same act, directs that all receipts delivered to the assessor af ter the first Monday of October, shall be filled ‘out with $4.00. The latter section remains unaltered, but the former has been amended by tke 6th section of the act of April 27th, ’55, so as to provide for the payment of only $3.00 throughout the entire year. The two sections are inconsistent, and section 45 should be amended so as to correspond with the other. t&S We are sorry to learn that an unfortunate occurrence took place at Red Dog on Saturday the 10th inst., which came near ending fatally to onc of the parties. A difficulty had been existing for-several days, between Mr. Wm. Langston and Dr. D. A. Crane, which had been referred to their respective friends. On the morning in question, however, while Dr. C. was sitting in Mr. Begold’s tin shop, Mr. L. entered and asked him some questions in relation to their difficulty, to which the Dr. replied by saying that they had referred the whole matter to their friends, when Mr. L. drew his pistol and shot him in the right breast. Those present then interfered, and prevented any fur ther shooting. The Dr. attempted to @ischarge his pistol, but couldn’t get it off, His wound is not thought to be fatal. Jangston succeeded in escaping, and has not yet been taken. é xr We are requested to state that Mr. C. H. Aolbrook will open his sing sahéolon Tuesday evening next, at join are requested to meet as above. vox ern . + < re Braet THE CH. IN OF THE SENATE. If legislators,under oursystem of government, are fair exponents of the prevailing sentiments of their constituénts, then the recent selection of a catholic chaplain by the state senate— the assembly expressing no choice in the matter—may be taken as a sign that the people of California are about to adopt catholicity as their religious faith. This event may be logked upon as the first dawning of that “good time coming ”’ which has been so long on the way. Judging from this high expression of popular feeling, California, it is now to be hoped, will be the first among the American states to renounce those “damnable heresies” which have. so long sat like ineubi on_a large portion of the human race, and the first to return, with humble penitence, into the sacred bosom of “Holy church.”— Henceforth, we may expect to avoid those errors and evils ‘into. which poor frail human nature is so apt to wander, when unaided by the truthful directions of an infallible guide. For this first step towards radical reform, the senate deserves the heartfelt thanks of all who take an interest in the temporal and eternal weliare of our race. The catholic religion. is essentially the religion of freedom and progress. Wherever its genial influence has been felt, humanity has sprung up to a high sense of its own dignity, and the human mind has expanded with intelligence, and been exalted with noble ideas of human rights. Where its power has obtained. no fetters have ever bound the intellect of man, but its ascendency has ever been based on the enlightenment of the masses. It never sought to confine education and learning to its priests and high functionaries, but has ever endeavored to disseminate them widely among its humblest votahas ries. It has never taught the slavish doctrine that faith should precede understanding, but has always held, as its cardinal maxim, intelligo ut credo. It has never used the bloody arm of persecution to enforce its mandates, but has extended its empire through the gentle influences of moral suasion alone. It has never sought temporal power, but has ever opposed the union of church and state. It is peculiarly the religion of patriotism, for it teaches that the commands of ones country must be obeyed before the commands of the church. It is peculiarly the religion of republicanism, for wherever it has prevailed, governments have been free. How much farther advanced would our race be to-day in science, in art, in individual liberty —in all that dignifies and ennobles us, if the catholic church had alwavs been universal in its dominion — if none of the human brood had ever wandered from under its sacred wing. History is the great advocate of the catholic church. During the middle ages, its empire over the minds of men was almost universal, and it is well known that in that golden period, the human race made the most rapid strides towards pertection. After the (so-called) reformation, protestantism spread over northern Europe, through Great Britain, and in North America. Mark the result. From that time until the present, those countries have shown nothing but retrogression and decay — exhibiting no touches of freedom in their civil institutions—no strength of empire, commanding respect among the nations—no progress in the arts and sciences— no enlightenment among the masses of the people — no improvement in anything that shows the development of man’s highest energies. On the other hand, in the countries where catholicism has remained dominant —in Spain —in Italy —throughout the whole of southern Europe, and in South and Central America, “the human mind has kept on its course triumphantly and gloriously ”— individual liberty, in its widest sense, has been a common blessing —splendid national government. have steadily increased in power, giving no signs of weakness or decay — the arts and sciences have flourished — education has been universal — and man has stood forth, the “ paragon of animals.” Seeing all this, the people of the state of California, through their senators, (provided, always, that the aforesaid senators have truly represented the above mentioned people) have wisely resolved to return to the ancient faith. Let us all rejoice, for a brighter era is approaching. “Jesu Maria, shield us well.” P.S. Since the above was in type, we have learned that Father Gallagher has declined. This is most unfortunate. Gwin.—As an off-set to Mr. Broderick, the trying-to-be harmonised democrats, have, in the face of common decency, re-elected to the U. S. Senate, the old trickster—Gwin. This is an event which few expected. The P. M.S. S. company could have’ well afforded to spend several hundred thousand dollars to secure hiselection, but we don’t mean: to insinuate that they did it. If he can have his way at Washington, the Post Master General will not have his recommendation of a weekly mail to California carried out—very soon.{= The miners are doing well in this vicinity, there being plenty of water. _ The six yéars labor of this gentleman has a length come toaa end inhis e!ection as*the representative of California in the senate of the United States.— Whatever we may think of him as the chosen candidate of a party whose principies we oppose, and whose success we have heretofore, and are rezdy again to use every honorable means to defeat, we cannot refuse to award to him the credit of some high qualities, as shown in his long and finally triumphant struggle for the honorable position which he now occupies. His success will stand in history as a remarkable instance of the victory of a strong will over opposing circumstances. At the very time of his triumph, he is not a popular man with a majority of the party which has elected him. During the six years of his constant effort, he has met with reverses and disappointments which would have disheartened most men, even of the hopeful race of politica) office seekers. At times the whole state, and even his best friends have held his cause lost beyond the hope of redemption. A new political party sprang up which drew from his side many of the friends on whom he relied, and defeated in the state election, with an overwhelming majority, the party to which he belonged. Popular opinion has burthened him with the curse of a multitude of crimes ana outrages committed by worse men than he. And yet, in the face of all discouragements, he has gained his end. .If we cannot exactly see the means he has so skillfully used, the result is palpable enough — he has won; and we give him all credit for that persistent effort, which has wrought success. By outsiders, the election of Broderick appears to be received with very general satisfaction. If we must have a democratic senator, he is less objectionable than any other—to the opponents of the dominant party. His energy, and his ability to accomplish any object of his desire, is well enough We believe that he is sincerely devoted to the interests of California, and that his efforts will be devoted to their promotion. We doubt, however, whether the democracy are as universally satisfied with the issue of the joint convention. The democratic press, it is true, indulge in a general laudation of the triumphant hero, and the Democratic State Journal, with its usual foresight, even sees the shadow of the White House in Mr. Broderick’s future. Democrats try hard to be satisfied, or at least to appear satisfied—but the envy‘and hatred, and the bitter feuds of six years, are not to be forgotten so easily. The enemies of Mr. Broderick, (the bitterest are in his own party) are sufficiently loud in their congratulations—-and the growling is all done in undertone. The curses are ;not very loud — but very deep. Their smiles appear to be made to order — rigid, ghastly ; very like the laugh of a man who has been badly sold— who laughs because he is ashamed to swear — who says its all very fine but don’t exactly see the joke after all. Perhaps the election of Mr. Gwin for the short term may operate asa sop to Cerebus, and the hydra-headed be quiet till its many mouths can open in unison again. We are glad that the senatorial question is put to rest at last. There is at least one troublesome element the less in the politics of California. Our legislature can now devote its undivided at tention to the important business which will come before it. proven by his very election, Brick Yarps.—Among the various branches of industry carried on in this vicinity, there is no one of more importance than the manufacture of: brick. A few days since while passing the extensive brick yards of Messrs. H. Phillips & Co., about a half mile from town, on the Red Dog road, we were induced to stop and enquire into the extent of their operations. We were surprised to learn that over a million of brick have been made and disposed of from these yards alone. We were informed that a gentleman of considerable capital has become. interested with Messrs. Phillips & Co., and that the new firm were making arrangements to manufacture enough of brick next season to supply all demands, both for wells and buildings. They expect to turn out a million and a half, and to make a reduction on last year’s prices, thus enabling all to build brick houses and stores almost as cheaply as wooden. There are two other companies engaged in the manufacture of brick, so that the prospect is good for a great improvement in our city in the way of fire proof buildings during the coming spring and summer. {= A traveling dutchman, who had been deceived in regard to the distance to the neighboring town, enquired of the next person he met and was answered, “four miles.” “Vell,” said the dutch‘man “I meets von mans two miles ago, and I tolds him how far it is to Schmittown? ain he ax me ten miles, an I tinks he ax me von tam heaps too much.” — : A Goop Startr.—a. A. Sargent, Esq. Senator. He was not elected. ; a SACRAMENTO, January 13. Eprrors Journat : — The events of the last few days, and the excitements incidental to suceh; would farnish me with matter for more extensive scribbling than I am disposed to indulge in. You have heard of the election of Broderick and Gwin to the U. S. Senate.— How the bargain between the two was consummated, how much money was paid, who were the recipients, and the thousand other surmises that are afloat, you are referred to madam rumor. Her numerous tongues find ample employment on this very prolifie subject. It isa matter of astonishment to many correct thinking men, heretofore warm supporters of Broderick, that his adherents, known to belong to him body, soul and breeches, have been transferred to the support of Gwin, the bitterest of all enemies. It is well feared that all the Federal officers on the Pacific coast are thus surrendered to Gwin, leaving ‘nothing to reward those who have through good and evil report clung to the fortunes of Broderick. Rumor has it, that in order to secure an election, Gwin self-abased himself so low as to sign a binding agreement that Broderick should direct, the Federal patronage, and acknowledged him a worthy, high-minded consistent demoerat to whom he owed his own election. But this story is designed to tickle the ears of the groundlings—to calm the fears of loss of pap, which would else be entertained by the followers of King David. There can be but little doubt that the election of both is owing toa 5 deliberate agreement entered into some time since. It is impossible to say whether the election of Broderick on Saturdvy, or of Gwin to-day caused the most demonstrations ofjoy. The canaille became roarous, when the great god of the shoulder hitters was acknowledged supreme. Potations, deep and long continued, were indulged in by the body upguard of the son of Tammany, and became necessary to wash him down the throats of the chivalry: A slight shock of an earthquake the same morning, is taken as a sign of the ratification of the nomination in the infernal regions. Gwin’s nomination caused bruisers, bungers, shooters and cutters to mingle in brotherly greetings, shake hands and swear eternal friendship. The Orleans swarmed with hundreds, eager to get a drink at the expense of mine host Hardenburgh. No earthquake is reported in this case, but numerous bottles were found from the shelves: empty and brokenthe morning after the nomination. The commissions of both the successful gentlemen were presented them immediately upon the election taking place, and ere long they will be wending their way to Washington to get their mileage if to do nothing else. ‘They left for San Franciseo to-day on the Antelope. Latham was followed to the boat by a long funeral. procession of his friends. With the moguls of the party, left a host of the riff raff which has been collecting here for a month past. The eapital will be comparatively clear of them, though too many will be found on hand when a stealing measure is up for consideration. Among thinking men I find many

who favor a convention to revise the Constitution. It is contended that our government is too extensive for the available revenues of the State, and that a more simplified government is imperiously demanded. Upon a consideration of the subject, it is found that at the present rate of taxation the State cannot well keep within its revenues. Wipe out the office of Couuty Judge and confer the powers upon District Judges, abolish two or three State ofiices which are known to be perfect sinecures, lessen the number of Senators and Representatives, and limit the sessions of the Legislature to sixty days, and one-half the expense of the present State government is saved. ‘The remedy may be had through the Legislature, but not so promptly and thorcughly it is contended, as by means of a Convention. There is a want of confidence every wheie expressed, in our Supreme Court. Whether that tribunal deserves all the anathemas, heaped upon it, is perhaps a question. _ But it should be, like Cesar’s wife, above suspicion, and as it is not, the benches should be vacated by some process.— Guy Fawkes made the use of gunpowder in a certain way very unpopular, and the only honorable mode left us is by means of a Convention. Speaking of the Supreme Court, reminds me that Peter H. Burnett, the first Governor of California, has received the appointment of Judge in place of Heydenfeldt. Mr. Burnett is a man above reproach, and perhaps the highest tribunal of the State may now begin to acquire a character for honesty. The proceedings of the Legislature are devoid of interest. Little has been done, as was expected, the Senatorial question hanging like an incubus upon the legitimate business of the session. From present appearances the pay of members will amount to but little this session. There is little sale for scrip of this ‘place received ‘eleven votes in. and at very reduced rates. On this account I have strong hopes of an early Legislative ‘Correspondence. To be brave and bold when a strong jenemy stands before us, is to have true courage ; to strut, and foam and swagger when no enemiesare near, is to show the grit of a coward. The latter is now being exhibited by the democratic de fenders of the constitution assembled at Sacramento, in their ra/orous denunciations of the date Vigilance Committee of San Francisco. The-history of that powerful organization is familiar to every one, and has become a matter of notoriety throughout the civilized word. Its character and objects—whether the precedent it has set will counter-balance the good it has accomplished—whether the end attained justifies the unusual means taken to attain it—whether the up rising of the people in their primative sovereignty was the only effective remedy for existing evils—all these are matters which we do not propose, at present, to discuss. We simply wish to allude to the past and present position of the democratic party in relation to it. When the Committee was in active existence, and up to the election—when its actions were still freshin men's minds —it was undoubtedly endorsed by ninetenths of the people. It originated among the best citizens of San Francisco, and had the sympathies of our best citizens throughout the entire State. It was emphatically the act of the people. If, therefore, there was any wrong done, jit was not a wrong committed by individuals against the sovereignty of the State, but a wrong, or rather an error, committed by the sovereignty itself. This being the condition of affairs, many of the leaders of the democratic party were placed in an unpleasant situation. It so happened that most of the scoundrels who were roughly han. dled by the Committee, had heen ac. tive workers in the democratic ranks, . and had been conveniently used by . these leaders for political purposes.— Their hatred, therefore of the Vigilance Committee was inveterate, and many of them strongly urged the party to take ground against it, in the campaign.— The celebrated “Young Mens Democratic Club” of San off in } that direction, and the less celebrated . Francisco, led young, old, and middle aged men’s demoeratic club of Nevada city followed suit, for one trick. The former, howeyer, lost, and the latter—so soon as the} Grass Valley club showed its hand, abandonel the game. Wiser counsellors prevailed on board the democratic craft, and seeing that opposition to the gale that was blowing toward Vigilance would bring shipwreck, they steered the vessel into the tranquil waters.of noncommittalism. They dared not, and they did not make it an issue before the people, and so fearful were they of the subject, that an anti-Vigilance resolution introdneed into their State Convention, broke it up in confusion. But “the times change, and we change with them.” The Vigilance Committee having accomplished its purposes quietly laid down its great power and dissolved. It matters but little, for all practical purposes, whether it was right, or whether it was wrong. for if we are to punish anybody for its acts, we must punish “the people cf the State of California,” rather a hereulean job for our Legislators to undertake.— The election, too, is over, and the democracy “steering between wind and water” on this question, has been suecessful. Its Legislative leaders assem} ble at the capital. Feeling that all danger is for the future over, and hoping . that by another year, they can change public opinion, or that the Vigilance Committee will be lost sight of, they give terrific vent to their private malice ! and call it “indignation at the violation of the Constitution:” These valiant gentlemen are not afraid of the departed Vigilantes, but exhibit all the courage of Falstaff over the dead body of Perey. Macbeth said thatif Banquo “were alive again” he would not fear him, the marrowless bones of the ghost made him tremble. These chivalric democrats have no superstitious dread of spirits, it is only when a living foe fronts them, that they slink away. Had these democratic legislators announced the fierceness of their antiVigilance sentiments during the canvass not one-tenth of them could have been elected. Was there ever a more fraudulent and outrageous misrepresentatiou of popular will ? Was there ever a more marked instance of political cowardice, and public swindling ? And yet we shall not be surprised, if all thorough-bred democrats—little local leaders particularly—chimed in with this high party command, no matter what their former opinions may have been.— All that a whole hog democrat wants to know is, “what has the party determined upon ?” and then he “goesin.” We notice that the democrats in this city, who were loud-mouthed in proclaiming their sympathies with Vigilance, a short time ago, are now very quiet and silent. Mention the subject to them, and they will tell you that the probabilities are that the rainy weather is going to continue. A few weeks longer and they will all be violent denouncers of “that body of reyolutionists who opposed the constitution and trampled on the law.” Oh democracy, ! to have much of thee. how /ittle must one have of manhood.“ ~ It is no more. The Sierra Democrat of the 10th inst. discusses in an able manner the propriety of the division, by the present leg-’ y islature, of the 14th judicial district. The necessity of this course has become apparent to all who know any thing of the condition of legal business in the three counties which compose our district at the present time. In the counties of Nevada and Sierra, not a single term passes without leaving a large number of cases, many of them of the greatest importance, untried and unsettled—at such ruinous increase of the cost of litigation, as only those who have been suitors in our courts can thoroughly understand. This arises from no fault of the court itself— for the industry with which Judge Searls has constantly labored, and is laboring, to transaet the business which comes before him, is too well known to call for any comment here;— but from the simple fact that it is an utter impossibility for any one nian to try the numerous cases which arise in the rich and populous counties of Sierra and Nevada alone — not to mention the other county of Plumas, less important, but still demanding a considerable portion of the time of the district judge. Itis a fact that at this present term of the court in Nevada, suits are accumulating upon the calendar faster than they can be tried. If this be the case in a single county, it is easy to see that the legal business of the three counties will soon be reduced to inextricable confusion. The evils of this state of facts are apparent. In order that justice in a court of Jaw may be efficacious it must be performed speedily. ‘The delays necessarily incident to our system of law, in its promptest administration are sufficiently onerous. When there are added to these the delays consequent upon an over-crowded calendar, the obstructions in the way of speedy justice are burthensome ia the extreme. Cases must be adjourned from term to term, simply because there is not time to try them. Wituess and court fees mnsl be paid. of our people, valuable testimony is lost beyond recovery. Often, from the migratory habits erty in suit must lie idle and unimproved the suitor, with justice on his side, finds himuntil it beeomes valueless; and self ruined past redemption, before he can possibly obtain a hearing by the court. The only remedy for this existing evil is the division-of our judicial district. The plan of division proposed by the Democrat will undoubtedly meet with the approbation of the residents of Nevada county. It is that this county should furm a single district by itself, and that a new district should be formed, composed of the counties of Sierra and Plumas. This division would be an equable and natural one. ‘The business of either of the districts thus formed will be sufficient to occupy the undivided attention of a single judge. By having a judge resident at the county seat, the important chamber business constantly arising, can be transacted without loss of time, and actions can be promptly tried and decided, without the enormous expense consequent upon repeated continuances. We hope a bill will be introduced before the present legislature as soon as it is practicable, providing for this division. GoOVERNOR’s MessaGe. — Governor Johnson’s annual inessage is a most ex: cellent document, and does much credit toits author. It contains a comprehensive exposition of public affairs, and . should be read by every one who takes any interest in our state government. It shows that the governor has applied himself closely to his duties, and that he has been striving to do what he thought best. There are some things in it with which we do not agree, but upon the whole, it is the best message ever written by a California governor. He gets over the Vigilance Committee affair — the great feature of his administration — about as well as could be expected, under the circumstances. lis recommendations as to divorces and the attachment law, we cannot endorse. arise from making all divorce suits triable in open court, thus rendering delicate family difficulties the theme of public gossip ; neither can we see why district attorneys should be mixed up with them. In relation to the attachment law, we have heretofore expressed our opinions. ‘The governor’s proposed amendments would give debtors an excellent opportunity to repudiate, and place creditors entirely at their mercy. The message is somewhag lengthy, but it is well worth the time spent in reading it, B. TALLMAN’s Express.—This new Express between Sacramento and Nevada, arrived at this place for the first time on Wednesday last, with four water-proof Concord wagons, heavily laden with freight. We understand that this: Express has started with a determination not to be run off the track, Roaps.—We would like to speak of the condition of the roads —but they are so horribly muddy we eant bear to mention them. ‘The Sacramento stages are accustomedsto arrive at midnight, — Sometimes the prop. We can sce no good that can} a. San Juan North, Jan. 14, 1857. * We are indebted to Mr. Dornin, ope-tor in Nevada, for the following teleraphic dispatch : Some two hundred and fifty miners representing the adjoining districts, met here yesterday in convention to make an amicable adjustment between the Ditch company and themselves. A resolution to suspend the resolutic ns passed at the previous meeting was introduced, and a committee of ten were appointed to tonsult with the Ditch Co., and endeavor to effect a compromise.— They reported the ditch company firm at thirty cents. A resolution to rescind the resolution not to take the water at more than twenty-five cents was introduced and after a stormy debate was lost bya vote of 104 to 76. Many refusing to vote. The majority who felt the pressure of circumstances then made an appeal to the generosity of the meeting, and offered a resolution releasing those who felt unable to stand out. This was also lost. Some of the minority then announced their intention of going to work at allrisks. This provoked a lively discussion and heavy cross-firing, in the . midst of which a resolution to re-consider . the last resolution was put, upon which those who favored a continuanee of the strike left the hall in a body, giving the field to those in favor of taking water at thirty cents per inch. The citizens generally are rejoicing at the prospect of the miners again resuming work—as they will, toa general extent. Those mostly in favor of holding out were not yet ready for water, thirty cents, instead of twenty-five cents per inch, will be heneficial to business on all sides. Founp Deap—On Tuesday a man: was found dead on Cement Hill, a short distance from this city, lis corpse appeared to have been lying on the spot where it was for several days. No one knew hisname An inquest was held over his body, but we have not learned the result. THhEATRE.—A company eompesed of Mrs. Estelle Po!ter, Mr Fieming. Brown, will open the Nevada Theatre, on next Escelle Potter has always been a great favorite in this vicinMonday week. ity, and we have no doubt, but that the pew company will haye a good run. Nevapas MixsTreLs.—A company of minstrels have been formed in Nevada under the above title, and will make at the Theatre. fancy dances, &e. See performance in another column. they no doubt deserve. SEES LEEPER OSS AV . " Ie) SO Sr Ne ewe a HARRINGTON have opened their new saloon in Riley . & Grey’s brick building on the corner ,of Broad and Vine. On Monday evening, with the liberality of “good fel4 lows,” they threw open their house to their friends, who, judging from the: ; crowd of gentlemen that thronged their;rooms on the occasion, are numerous. 1 . . . . . ; All kinds of liquid luxuries were fure. nished excellent! band of music was in attendence —and “every body had a good time.” . Their / saloon is bound to be a place of general . resort. in’ abundance — an Tae Weatuer.—It has been cloudy for the last week, with slight falls of rain; but has not been so cold es during the week previous. In the upper por tions of the county, mining operations are entirely suspended on aecount of the extreme depth of snow. Water is ; yet scarce in most localities; but on Wednesday night it commenced raining in earnest, und should it continue a few days longer, and remain warm it will: give us the best mining season we haye ‘had since 52. Favors.—Chase of the Pacific Ex: . press hes furnished us during the Iast. weck with files of papers from all parts of the state. Chase is one of those men whom we like to receive favors from —~ a good fellow —active and liberal. Maint SreaAmMer.—At the time we {oe to press nothing has been heard posi-. tively regarding hor arrival, Yt was reported Wednesday night about 11 oelock that she was just coming up the j bay. But owing to the bad working of* the telegraph line, in consequence of. wet weather, the report has not been. . verified. She may be looked for at anymoment, this being her 26th day out. New Line.— We understand that pack train will hereafter start from Ne-. vada daily for Forest City. here is. also to be a regular daily train to, Camptonville. S We are indebted to Hamlin and Welch for an abundant supply of papéts. In Marysvi i i tel, by the Ter Ea be Walsworth, JOSEPH LAM BERS N-3, MARTIN, of San Franeleege ** Nevads, to Ma, We feared that an enterprising Expressman was to be too late, for once, but it appears he has delivered his budget of love in time. He is now free from the ills of bacholship—we hope he may never find those of matri. mony. May his bride and himself fleet down to the end of lifes stream with blueskies evey over them and peace, ful waters befed eath, * rator at San Juan, and Mr. Chase, opeand it is thought the compromise forDumphries, and other well known actors, ; their first appearance Saturday eveningThe amusements will, consist of burlesqutes, duetts, solos, reels, . As this company is ; composed of yourg men of the place: we hope they may have a full house, as « notice of~ & Parrerson’s Sa-. LOON.—These well known gentlemen :