April 24, 1862 (4 pages)

Democrat. Thomas — is our Agent for San Francis (o. He is authorized to receive advertisements, and collect and receipt for the same. A. Badlam, Jr., is our Agent for Sacramento, to receive advertisements and collect for the same. Aevada 1862. THURSDAY EVENING, APRIL 24, stamens sean manatee Live Powr.—The bill which bas been pending before the Legislatare, to provide for condemning Lime Point to public use, for a fort, was indefinitely postponed by the Senate, on Tuesday. The fight between the Monitor and Merrimac is considered to have demonstrated that iron-clad batteries like the Monitor are better than forts for harbor defenses, and it is not probable the Government will ever again trouble the owners of Lime Point. That valuable point of rocks can now be used asa site for warebouses and surburban residences, for which it has been proven so well adapted, and the $300,000 already appropriated to purchase the site and commence the fort, can be devoted to building an iron-clad battesy. The New York Post says a vessel like the Monitor will not cost over $300,000. Tuat “Arrray.’’—The Bulletio, of Tuesday, re-publiches from the Marysville Express, an account of an alleged affray which was said to have taken place lately near Freeman’s Crossing, between the Deputy Assessor and a Deputy Tax Collector of this county and some forty Chinamen, in which one of the latter was shot dead and several wounded. Weare informed oa good authority, that nothing bas occurred in this county out of which such a story could be manufactured, and the Assessor is at loss to imagine for what purpose it was originated, The Express was imposed upon by its correspondent, and has already made the correction, Marrices.—A bill to prevent the marriage of children, and requiring a certificate and license before the celebration of the marriage ceremony, passed the Senate on Tuesday last. It ia the same bill, we believe, introduced in the Assembly by Mr. Maclay, and now only requires the signature of the Governor to become a law. Tux San Jose Tribune, of the 18th, says private information, of unquestionable reliability, has been received in that place, that Gen, A, S. Johnson, who was reported killed.at Pittsburg Lahdiog, is not dead, All the dispatches to the California press, have tended to confirm the first report, that Johnstun was killed in battle. Waits a bill concerning the “issuance” of firemen’s certificates was under discus: sion in the Senate, on Monday, a member objected to the word “issuance’’ being used, on the ground that there is no such word in the Hoglish language, But the authority of former California statutes being cited, this newly coined word, peouliarly Californian, was retained. Four Wriaut, which by late accounts had been attacked by the Federal guuboats, is bewween fifty and sixty miles above Mem. phis, and about a hundred and fifty miles below Ieland No, 10, Below Fort Wright, are Forts Randolph and Pillow, which will haye to, be. reduced before Memphis can, he captured by the gunboats, No Dispatonuses.—Mr. Pattison, the telegaph operator, at Nevada, informs us that no : dispatches were received from the Hast yesterday, by the Associated Press. We have not learned the cause, but from late intilligence from Salt Lake, we should not be surprised if the wl aph wires. had been broken down by the Tux Senate has refused, by a vote of 17 to 15, to sit asa High Court of Impeachmeut, to try Judge Hardy, after the Asvembly bas adjourned. That body, it appears, bas but little respect for the legal opinion of Attorney Genera! Pixley. Megasurer or Woop.—A bill has passed boib Houses of the Legislature, ereating the office of “Measurer of Wood’’—the off cer to be appeinted by the Governor, and to have fifteen cents for every cord of wood measured. What next? Se ee . time sinee, a bill passed the Senate, dividing the State into three Congressional districts, and providing for the election of Congressmen in September next, at the general election. This bill was not acceptible to tha Assembly, and that body adopted a substitute on Tuesday last. The State ought to be districted, as the people would much prefer electing Congressmea in that manner; but the chances are that the two houses will not be able to agree, and there is davger of the bill being defeated, It seems that the Senate bill is considered favorable to the Fusion Democracy, and the Assembly substitute favorable to the Union Fusionists; but in the present unsettled condition of political affairs, the most astute partisans may find themselves at fault io laying plans for the future, and they are just as likely to bit the mark by consentiog toa fair division, as by attempting to gain an advantage by Gerrymandering the State. In any division that could be made the Republicans, at the next election, wauld be very likely to elect their candidate in the San Francisco district, and the other two districts would be sure to elect staunch Union men. But no one can foresee what political changes may be brought about in the next two or three years, and politiciaus may as well make a good record now, and let the future take care of itself. Suppex Deatu.—Mrs, Warren, the wife of a junk dealer in San Francisco, was found dead ia her bed last Sunday morning. According to the statement of her husband, he went to bed about ten o’clock, leaving his wife up eating sardines and drinking lager, About three o’elock in the morning he awoke, and to bis astonishmeut found his wife lying dead by his-side. The coroner was summoned, and on examination, it was found that the woman had received a serious coatusion on the head, and there were other indications that she had been violeatly injured. Her husband has told several different stories about the bruises, and an investigation was going on at last accounts, —A dispatch to a Marysville paper ree ceived since the above wasin type, states that Warren bas been arrested, charged with the murder, Tus CuarGes aGainst Grant.—The peoof this state have been not a little perplexed to learn what the charges were agaiost Gen. Grant, by which he was threatened with removal soon after bis glorious victory at Fort Donelson, It seems, according to late Eastern letters, that he is so addicted to the use of jutoxicatiog liquors as to incapacitate him for business. One correspondent charges that from the time Fort Donelson was invested, until the surrender, Grant was 60 intoxicated as to be incapable of appreciating what was going on. This is probably greatly exaggerated, but there ie, no doubt, some truth ia bis reported intemperate habits. Neruew or A Prestpent.—A nephew of the late James K. Polk is among the rebel prisoners at Camp Douglar, near Chicago. A communication was lately received from his aunt, the widow of the late President, requesting the commandant to ascertain if the hopeful young rebel was among the prisonersthere. He was found and information of the fact was forwarded to Mrs, Poik. Srace Acciwent.—The stage running from Marysville to Townieville, broke down a bridge near Camptonville, last Friday, and spilled its passengers. Among the passengers were two women, one of whom received severe bruises. Wm. Pardy had an arm broken, and other paszengers were slightly infured. Arson.—Wm., Johnson was convicted at Sacramento, on Monday, of Arson, in setting fire toa building on I street, on the Fourth of July last. One Davis, indicted with Johnson for the same offense, was acquitted some weeks ago. Aw inoffensive old Frenchman, who for years sold oakes and fruit on the streets of Oroyille, was cut in the face ove day last week, by some drunken rowdies. Some arGro1oay.—Profersor Whitney, State Ge. tery of the face was cut, and he came near dlogist, wag to have lectured yesterday eve-. bleeding to death. ning, before the Sacramento Library Association, A Goveaxor Drowxen.—Gov. Harvey, of Wiseonsin, was, drowned at Sayannah, Ir is stated that a Union State Genven-. Tenn., oon Saturday, April 1%h, He was tion is spon to be called by members, of-the . there looking after the welfare of the wounLegislature. ded, Wisgonsin soldiers, Tus Hexness Rovte.—Mr. Alonzo Piatt bas been writing a series of articles, to the Virginia City Enterprise, on the advantages of the differeot mountaia routes. Of the Henness Pass, he says: I believe there is no mountain wagon road on the Pacific coast that has as even grade as this; it has mainly a southern exposure, and is not subject to land or snow slides, and is built wide enough, that, with hardly an exception, loaded wagons can pass each other without difficulty. But this route and road has been up to this time a Summer road; the snow belt is wide, and the road cannot be traveled in Winter, unless freight and passenger travel can be diverted to the same from the present great thoroughfare, the Placerville road. Last Summer and Fall stages and heavily loaded teams commenced to use said road from Sacramento, Marysville and Nevada City, and I believe it is a fact undisputed that over the road the same time can be made with heavier loads, to Nevada Territory, than over the Placerville route. The road being the only one north of Placerville, now practicable for wagons, through, from Nevada Territory to Nevada City, Marysville and Sacramento, the completion of the railroad to Lincoln, as well as the partial completion of the Auburn and Nevada Railroad will give to it an advantage of feaighting and travel from Sacramento, Marysville and Nevada, that will, with increased accommodation on the road, secure ita fair share of travel and freighting next Winter, and, from the situation of the country over which the road passes, the same can be traveled in the Winter, and kept thoroughly open with less than half of the travel and freighting that pass over the Placerville route. I believe that the coming Summer will show that the California Stage Company will Cony, paar ers from Virginia City or Carson to Marysville or Sacramento in the same time that they can be taken to Sacramento over the Placerville route. Time will determine how correct I am in my prdictfon. I again say the more good roads, the better, and competition over these routes will not hurt the people of Nevada Territory. CoxstrrvuTionaL, AmeNDMENT.—On Saturday last, Mr, Kendall, Union Democrat, {atroduced ion the Assembly a proposed amendment to the Constitution, preecribing a new oath of office, etc. The proposed amendment was adopted on Tuesday last. It reads as follows: I do solemnly swear (or affirm, as the case may be) that I will support the Constitution of the United States, aud hold my allegiance to the United States paramount to any other allegiance whatever; that in case of invasion, or insurrection, or rebellion against the United States or its authority, I will if requiried, assist to repel such invasion, or put down such insurrection or rebellion; that I will in no case, help, aid, assist or comfort any foe of the United States, or any person in insurrection or rebellion against its authority, or attempting to overthrow the same; that I will snpport the Constitution of the State of California, and will faithfully discharge the duties of according to the best of my ability. And the Legislature may, by law, require litigants to take and subscribe this oath, and may close the Courts of the State against such plaintiffs as neglect or refuse to take it; but no other oath, declaration or test shall be required for any office or public trust. Iron rN WasHor.—Valuable and extensive iron mines are said to have been discovered about two miles north of Dayton, within 300 yards of Carson river. The Territorial Enterprise says: The ledge is about 150 feet in width, and the ore has been tested and found to be of the best quality. Some specimens which we have been shown are as fine as we have ever seen, and, we should judge, contained from 80 to 90 per cent. of iron, The ledge has been located and a company, called the ‘Pacific Rail Road Iron Company,’ is being organized to work it, From J. R. Sproul, who is directing his energies to that object, we learn it is the design to erect smeltIng works and foundries as soon as possible, and ultimately to erect machine shops, rolling mills, etc. The presence of unlimited water power and the ease with which coal can be obtained from the neighboring beds, give great advantage to this enterprise and render it quite feasible. Homicipe Ny Arizona.—The Santa Fo Gazette, of Feb, 8th, bas the following in reference to the killirg of Kelly, editor of the Messilla Times, by Baylor, the rebel leader, in Arizona: a letters from Fort Craig, this week, the death of Kelly, the proprietor of the Messilla Times, is announced. An article appeared in that paper, in which Baylor, the rebel General, was severely criticised and which gave offense to Baylor. The latter demanded of Kelly that he should retract the offensive language, which he refused to do, and said that he would again refer to him in the Times. Thereupon, Baylor drew his revolver and shot Kelly, instantly killing him. These are the facts in the case as related to us. Kelly was well known in New Mexico, having for some time been engaged in the public surveys of the Territory. THE Mariposa Gazette states that a shooting affray occurred in that county lately, bet veen some white men and Indians, having grown out of the pernicious habit of white men cohabiting with sqaws. One Windsor went to the camp to claim what he alleged to be his children, and in the melee which ensued an Indian was killed and Windsor dangerously wounded from a rifle-shot. Horse Tuixr.—A person, was arrested at Whiskeytown, Shasta county, last week, with several horses and mules in _ his, possession supposed. to have been. stolen from. Missouri Bend, Butte county. . Surrenperep.—Stevens, who lately. shot Teane Allen, at Chice, Butte county, and was releasedion $5;000 bail, has been, survendered to the Sheriff. by. bis.suretios, INDIAN OUTBREAK ON THE OveRLAND . Rovts.—A Salt Lake dispateh, of April 22d, says: ‘The Indians east of here have been com depredations upon the Mail Company for last two months, until at the present time they have entire control of the route. They have stolen nearly all the stock from the route, killed several of the employes and have burned one station. ‘They threaten the entire . destruction of the Overland Mail and Telegraph. The Mail Company have discontinued the run; ning of the mails for the present, and will not attempt to run the route until troops are placed along it to protect them. There is a report that 8 men were killed by Indians yesterday, found. . ed upon the fact that they were seen in the posession of animals, clothing and arms belonging . ; to the party. There is a report that there is a fight going on east of Fort Bridger, between the employees and Indians. A dozen men from Fort Bridger have gone to their assistance. It is momentarily expected that the telegraph line will be destroyed, TRAGEDY AT WALLA-WALLA.—A terrible tragedy took place at Walla-Walla on the evening of April 11th, at the theater, between some soldiers and citizens. The house was crowded, it being a fireman’s benefit. Some soldiers were drunk and making a loud noise, and Deputy Sheriff Porter tried to make them stop, which they refused to do, drawing their pistols and daring any one to attempt to put them out. Sherif Porter took hold of one of them, when they commenced shooting, which was immediately returned by the citizens. One soldier was killed on the spot, and another died the next morning. Sheriff Porter was badly wounded in the leg, and another deputy shotin the thigh. A man named Phillips was badly wounded, and several others whose names we did not learn. . A good many ladies were present, who were . helped out over thestage and out the back door. Some thirty shots were fired, and some escaped narrowly, having bullet holes through their hats and clothes, AncuBisHop HvuGHES AND THE PoPpEnoM. . —The special correspondent of the Philadelphia geek writing from New York under date of March 7th, says the story of the Paris . correspondent of the London Morning Star, that the Emperor Napoleon intends to employ his influence to secure the election of Archbishop Hughes to the Popedom, upon the death of the present incumbent, though doubtless a canard of the first water, nakes a great deal of talk in Paris. There are many who, arguing from the frequent interviews which the Archbishop is known to have had with his Imperial Highness during his present sojourn in Paris, insist upon it that there is more in it than appears on the surface. Be that as it may, it is certain the mere possibility of such a thing will vastly increase His Grace’s Power and influence (both of which are already immense,) on his return to the United States. ¥ ANOTHER OvTRAGE.—We are informed by Mr. Flower, Humboldt mail carrier, that at . daylight on the morning of the 6th, a party of Indians attacked a pack train camped about a mile up the mountain from Miner’s on Redwood creek. The train belonged to Mr. Plat, and the goods to Goldsmith & Lake, of Hoopa Valley. The packers ran to camp Douglas, three-fourths ofa mile away. A detachment of men was immediately sent to the spot, and succeeded in killing one Indian—the rest escaped. They took all the clothing, shoes, and, to them, other necessary articles, then burned the contents of the train.—[Trinity Journal. _PLayep Ovrt.—The new mines on Salmon river are getting into bad repute about here, from letters received last week, which state that itis a humbug. No rich diggings have been found outside of the basin on Salmon mountain. People are coming back “sold again,” as usual in the Northern mines, and the stampede promises to excel even Frazer river. The “elephant” which they went to see will escort them back. We always had doubts of its extent, and the excitement was el up by the Oregon people and press to build up their State—[Yreka Journal. Remains or Con. CamEron.—The_remains of Col. Cameron of the 79th New York (Highlanders,) who fell at the head of his regiment at Bull Run, have been recovered. They were found, by the aid of a negro guide, ina grave with the remains of five others. There was no difficulty in establishing the identity. The remains were forwarded to Pennsylvania under military eseort to the late Secretary of War, whose affection for the deceased is the one bright trait of good in his character shining out froin much that has made him an object of general suspicion. EMBASSY FROM JAPAN.—It is stated that an embassy from Japan, consisting of about 60 nages of high distinction, will visit Europe in the course of the present year. They will . first visit England, and then proceed to Paris. After having “done” France, they will visit Holland, then Prussia, and lastly Russia, returning to England, where a steamer would wait their arrival to carry them back to their native country. Deciinep.—The Judges of the Supreme Court, the Governor, the Collector of San Fran. cisco, and many prominent lawyers and laymen of that place, joined in an invitation to Edward . Stanley to accept of a dinner before departing to his old home in North Carolina, to me . military Governor thereof, but Mr, S. declined in consequence of the pressure of time. Woo.i.—We notice a quantity of this valuable commodity coming into town from the back country, and being piled up on the levee as age to Ce er aa e river. Co. usa is one 0 princi shee win counties in the State, and the re Mt ef prin . vg i those pa after who are enin the business of shipping the article to the Rast.—(Colusa Sun. SHocxine AccipENT.—A workman in the cn of *s Quartz Mill, near Mokelumne Hill, had his hand completely mashed off by Oe Bing upon it of a 700 pound stamper im the mill, ong day last week. Eacus& Suor—A, J. Caldwell shot, ome da last week, in, Shasta Valley, a black "eagle of the largest.species. It measured i ine + from. tip to tip. sai RET cnt a nm NOTICE TO WOOD CHOPPERS. ANTED, AT THE NEVADA GAS CO’S WORKS 100 Cords of dry Pitch Pine Wood, for whieh Cash will be paid at the rate of from eight to fifiee, dollars a cord, + are uality. " 4. 8. ANEEN, Superintendent, Nevada, April 24, 1862—lin. J. M. HIXSON & BRO’s, Ritall Prices Current. Batter, BD Thesssess 3712 Pickles, half gallon. . 5 Sugar, Crushed 5 ths $1,00 Yeast Povedet ©. bass. x: he ‘+ Brown, 6 fhs $1,00/Pie Fruit...8 7! No, 1 China (mat), -$8.13. Oysters..000.6 G24, Candles, 4 Ihs.-. $3,00. Hams, (sug. cured) Nails, 12 fhs.-005+ 1.00 ps a is Spades, o> ob tos case $1.25) “ Billings’ ..18 Pick Handles. ..37 Bacon, (State’s). 2.0.05 Sack of Flour and box * Our own curing, 25 of blacking.. $3,25. Shoulders.**.° .15 Tea, 2 papers.s.eee 3743) OTHER ARTICLES Ly, 4” Basket. .scas waves 16 PROPORTION, sy TERMS—CASH. “Ga 75 BROAD STREET, NEVADA. A few doors above Weaver & Co's, apr24. china Store. ~ ATTENTION! EVERYBODY . HE UNDERSIGNED, HAVING & large stock of Groceries, Provisions & Mining Tools ON HAND—AND MORE COM ING, WILL SELL, AT WHOLESAL, NO. Butter ..eeceesees 32 1-2 cts. by Keg. CAMGIOS 065 is csccccees scnees $4 50 per Box. Sugar,... in Half Barrels 15 1-4 cis, TOR. scree by the Chest 52 1-2 cts per lb. Filour..s00% 96 12 1-2 cts, per LOU Ibs, Ple Pralt . cc cscs cece cose 84 00 per Case. Winslow’s or Kensett’s Corn, $4 62 doz. EVERY OTHER ARTICLE PROPORTION ATE, wm Terms, Cash. “@0 April 22. J. M. HIXSON &BRO., BATES & McCORMICK, . WHOLESALE AND RETAIL. DRUGGISTS, CORNER OF BROAD & PINE STS., NEVADA. AVE JUST RECEIVED A LARGE assortment of DRUGS, MEDICINES, Perfumery, Fancy & Toilet Articles, ALSO, THE BEST QUALITY OF IMPORTED WINES & LIQUORS For Medical Parposes, WE HAVE A FRESH AND CHOICE VARIETY OF GARDEN SEEDS! Prescriptions put up at all hours either night or day. aa” DR. BATES’ OF FICE, SAME PLACE, “G3 MUNICIPAL ELECTION. he yom IS HEREBY GIVEN; THAT in accordanee with am Act incorporating the City of Nevada. an election will be held on MONDAY MAY FIFTH, 1862, for the following city officers : Five Trustees, One Treasurer, One Marshal, One Assessor. GEO. KEENEY is appointed Inspector, and J. M. HIXSON and JAS. WHARTENBY, Judges of said election. The election wilt be held in Lonis’ Brick Building, on Main street, The polls will be epened at eight o’clock, and remain open until suadewn. By order ef the Board of Trustees, CHAS. KENT, President, H. H. Face. Clerk. Nevada, April 16, 1862.—te. T. ELLARD BEANS & CO,, No. 52 Broad Street, Nevada. WHOLESALE 4 RETAIL DEALERS IN GROCERIES AND PROVISIONS. aa GOONS DELIVERED FREE. OF CHARGE. “6% BRIDGE BUILDING. Q. RICE, Bridge Builder, Matiwright, AND DESIGNER. "Tl a INTENDING TO BUILD Bridges, Quartz Mills and hike structures, will do well to give me a ealb amd examine my Designs, Having made arrangements wit one of the most reliable Patent Attorneys in Wa-hington City, I alxo wil atten@ te the MAKING OF DRAWINGS, SPECIFROATIONS, and PROCURING PATENT-RIGHTS. Orrice—On Main street, Opposite Maver & Con’ Boot & Shoe Stote—wystairs __Nevada City, Jam, 14, 1862. " ITY BREWERY.-THE UNDERSIGNED would respeetfully inform the lovers of good LAGER BEER, that he manufactures an article that cannot fail to please larly to Bar-rooms, Salons, generally, at reduced nates. March 27, 1862.

Democrat. Thomas — is our Agent for San Francis (o. He is authorized to receive advertisements, and collect and receipt for the same. A. Badlam, Jr., is our Agent for Sacramento, to receive advertisements and collect for the same. Aevada 1862. THURSDAY EVENING, APRIL 24, stamens sean manatee Live Powr.—The bill which bas been pending before the Legislatare, to provide for condemning Lime Point to public use, for a fort, was indefinitely postponed by the Senate, on Tuesday. The fight between the Monitor and Merrimac is considered to have demonstrated that iron-clad batteries like the Monitor are better than forts for harbor defenses, and it is not probable the Government will ever again trouble the owners of Lime Point. That valuable point of rocks can now be used asa site for warebouses and surburban residences, for which it has been proven so well adapted, and the $300,000 already appropriated to purchase the site and commence the fort, can be devoted to building an iron-clad battesy. The New York Post says a vessel like the Monitor will not cost over $300,000. Tuat “Arrray.’’—The Bulletio, of Tuesday, re-publiches from the Marysville Express, an account of an alleged affray which was said to have taken place lately near Freeman’s Crossing, between the Deputy Assessor and a Deputy Tax Collector of this county and some forty Chinamen, in which one of the latter was shot dead and several wounded. Weare informed oa good authority, that nothing bas occurred in this county out of which such a story could be manufactured, and the Assessor is at loss to imagine for what purpose it was originated, The Express was imposed upon by its correspondent, and has already made the correction, Marrices.—A bill to prevent the marriage of children, and requiring a certificate and license before the celebration of the marriage ceremony, passed the Senate on Tuesday last. It ia the same bill, we believe, introduced in the Assembly by Mr. Maclay, and now only requires the signature of the Governor to become a law. Tux San Jose Tribune, of the 18th, says private information, of unquestionable reliability, has been received in that place, that Gen, A, S. Johnson, who was reported killed.at Pittsburg Lahdiog, is not dead, All the dispatches to the California press, have tended to confirm the first report, that Johnstun was killed in battle. Waits a bill concerning the “issuance” of firemen’s certificates was under discus: sion in the Senate, on Monday, a member objected to the word “issuance’’ being used, on the ground that there is no such word in the Hoglish language, But the authority of former California statutes being cited, this newly coined word, peouliarly Californian, was retained. Four Wriaut, which by late accounts had been attacked by the Federal guuboats, is bewween fifty and sixty miles above Mem. phis, and about a hundred and fifty miles below Ieland No, 10, Below Fort Wright, are Forts Randolph and Pillow, which will haye to, be. reduced before Memphis can, he captured by the gunboats, No Dispatonuses.—Mr. Pattison, the telegaph operator, at Nevada, informs us that no : dispatches were received from the Hast yesterday, by the Associated Press. We have not learned the cause, but from late intilligence from Salt Lake, we should not be surprised if the wl aph wires. had been broken down by the Tux Senate has refused, by a vote of 17 to 15, to sit asa High Court of Impeachmeut, to try Judge Hardy, after the Asvembly bas adjourned. That body, it appears, bas but little respect for the legal opinion of Attorney Genera! Pixley. Megasurer or Woop.—A bill has passed boib Houses of the Legislature, ereating the office of “Measurer of Wood’’—the off cer to be appeinted by the Governor, and to have fifteen cents for every cord of wood measured. What next? Se ee . time sinee, a bill passed the Senate, dividing the State into three Congressional districts, and providing for the election of Congressmen in September next, at the general election. This bill was not acceptible to tha Assembly, and that body adopted a substitute on Tuesday last. The State ought to be districted, as the people would much prefer electing Congressmea in that manner; but the chances are that the two houses will not be able to agree, and there is davger of the bill being defeated, It seems that the Senate bill is considered favorable to the Fusion Democracy, and the Assembly substitute favorable to the Union Fusionists; but in the present unsettled condition of political affairs, the most astute partisans may find themselves at fault io laying plans for the future, and they are just as likely to bit the mark by consentiog toa fair division, as by attempting to gain an advantage by Gerrymandering the State. In any division that could be made the Republicans, at the next election, wauld be very likely to elect their candidate in the San Francisco district, and the other two districts would be sure to elect staunch Union men. But no one can foresee what political changes may be brought about in the next two or three years, and politiciaus may as well make a good record now, and let the future take care of itself. Suppex Deatu.—Mrs, Warren, the wife of a junk dealer in San Francisco, was found dead ia her bed last Sunday morning. According to the statement of her husband, he went to bed about ten o’clock, leaving his wife up eating sardines and drinking lager, About three o’elock in the morning he awoke, and to bis astonishmeut found his wife lying dead by his-side. The coroner was summoned, and on examination, it was found that the woman had received a serious coatusion on the head, and there were other indications that she had been violeatly injured. Her husband has told several different stories about the bruises, and an investigation was going on at last accounts, —A dispatch to a Marysville paper ree ceived since the above wasin type, states that Warren bas been arrested, charged with the murder, Tus CuarGes aGainst Grant.—The peoof this state have been not a little perplexed to learn what the charges were agaiost Gen. Grant, by which he was threatened with removal soon after bis glorious victory at Fort Donelson, It seems, according to late Eastern letters, that he is so addicted to the use of jutoxicatiog liquors as to incapacitate him for business. One correspondent charges that from the time Fort Donelson was invested, until the surrender, Grant was 60 intoxicated as to be incapable of appreciating what was going on. This is probably greatly exaggerated, but there ie, no doubt, some truth ia bis reported intemperate habits. Neruew or A Prestpent.—A nephew of the late James K. Polk is among the rebel prisoners at Camp Douglar, near Chicago. A communication was lately received from his aunt, the widow of the late President, requesting the commandant to ascertain if the hopeful young rebel was among the prisonersthere. He was found and information of the fact was forwarded to Mrs, Poik. Srace Acciwent.—The stage running from Marysville to Townieville, broke down a bridge near Camptonville, last Friday, and spilled its passengers. Among the passengers were two women, one of whom received severe bruises. Wm. Pardy had an arm broken, and other paszengers were slightly infured. Arson.—Wm., Johnson was convicted at Sacramento, on Monday, of Arson, in setting fire toa building on I street, on the Fourth of July last. One Davis, indicted with Johnson for the same offense, was acquitted some weeks ago. Aw inoffensive old Frenchman, who for years sold oakes and fruit on the streets of Oroyille, was cut in the face ove day last week, by some drunken rowdies. Some arGro1oay.—Profersor Whitney, State Ge. tery of the face was cut, and he came near dlogist, wag to have lectured yesterday eve-. bleeding to death. ning, before the Sacramento Library Association, A Goveaxor Drowxen.—Gov. Harvey, of Wiseonsin, was, drowned at Sayannah, Ir is stated that a Union State Genven-. Tenn., oon Saturday, April 1%h, He was tion is spon to be called by members, of-the . there looking after the welfare of the wounLegislature. ded, Wisgonsin soldiers, Tus Hexness Rovte.—Mr. Alonzo Piatt bas been writing a series of articles, to the Virginia City Enterprise, on the advantages of the differeot mountaia routes. Of the Henness Pass, he says: I believe there is no mountain wagon road on the Pacific coast that has as even grade as this; it has mainly a southern exposure, and is not subject to land or snow slides, and is built wide enough, that, with hardly an exception, loaded wagons can pass each other without difficulty. But this route and road has been up to this time a Summer road; the snow belt is wide, and the road cannot be traveled in Winter, unless freight and passenger travel can be diverted to the same from the present great thoroughfare, the Placerville road. Last Summer and Fall stages and heavily loaded teams commenced to use said road from Sacramento, Marysville and Nevada City, and I believe it is a fact undisputed that over the road the same time can be made with heavier loads, to Nevada Territory, than over the Placerville route. The road being the only one north of Placerville, now practicable for wagons, through, from Nevada Territory to Nevada City, Marysville and Sacramento, the completion of the railroad to Lincoln, as well as the partial completion of the Auburn and Nevada Railroad will give to it an advantage of feaighting and travel from Sacramento, Marysville and Nevada, that will, with increased accommodation on the road, secure ita fair share of travel and freighting next Winter, and, from the situation of the country over which the road passes, the same can be traveled in the Winter, and kept thoroughly open with less than half of the travel and freighting that pass over the Placerville route. I believe that the coming Summer will show that the California Stage Company will Cony, paar ers from Virginia City or Carson to Marysville or Sacramento in the same time that they can be taken to Sacramento over the Placerville route. Time will determine how correct I am in my prdictfon. I again say the more good roads, the better, and competition over these routes will not hurt the people of Nevada Territory. CoxstrrvuTionaL, AmeNDMENT.—On Saturday last, Mr, Kendall, Union Democrat, {atroduced ion the Assembly a proposed amendment to the Constitution, preecribing a new oath of office, etc. The proposed amendment was adopted on Tuesday last. It reads as follows: I do solemnly swear (or affirm, as the case may be) that I will support the Constitution of the United States, aud hold my allegiance to the United States paramount to any other allegiance whatever; that in case of invasion, or insurrection, or rebellion against the United States or its authority, I will if requiried, assist to repel such invasion, or put down such insurrection or rebellion; that I will in no case, help, aid, assist or comfort any foe of the United States, or any person in insurrection or rebellion against its authority, or attempting to overthrow the same; that I will snpport the Constitution of the State of California, and will faithfully discharge the duties of according to the best of my ability. And the Legislature may, by law, require litigants to take and subscribe this oath, and may close the Courts of the State against such plaintiffs as neglect or refuse to take it; but no other oath, declaration or test shall be required for any office or public trust. Iron rN WasHor.—Valuable and extensive iron mines are said to have been discovered about two miles north of Dayton, within 300 yards of Carson river. The Territorial Enterprise says: The ledge is about 150 feet in width, and the ore has been tested and found to be of the best quality. Some specimens which we have been shown are as fine as we have ever seen, and, we should judge, contained from 80 to 90 per cent. of iron, The ledge has been located and a company, called the ‘Pacific Rail Road Iron Company,’ is being organized to work it, From J. R. Sproul, who is directing his energies to that object, we learn it is the design to erect smeltIng works and foundries as soon as possible, and ultimately to erect machine shops, rolling mills, etc. The presence of unlimited water power and the ease with which coal can be obtained from the neighboring beds, give great advantage to this enterprise and render it quite feasible. Homicipe Ny Arizona.—The Santa Fo Gazette, of Feb, 8th, bas the following in reference to the killirg of Kelly, editor of the Messilla Times, by Baylor, the rebel leader, in Arizona: a letters from Fort Craig, this week, the death of Kelly, the proprietor of the Messilla Times, is announced. An article appeared in that paper, in which Baylor, the rebel General, was severely criticised and which gave offense to Baylor. The latter demanded of Kelly that he should retract the offensive language, which he refused to do, and said that he would again refer to him in the Times. Thereupon, Baylor drew his revolver and shot Kelly, instantly

killing him. These are the facts in the case as related to us. Kelly was well known in New Mexico, having for some time been engaged in the public surveys of the Territory. THE Mariposa Gazette states that a shooting affray occurred in that county lately, bet veen some white men and Indians, having grown out of the pernicious habit of white men cohabiting with sqaws. One Windsor went to the camp to claim what he alleged to be his children, and in the melee which ensued an Indian was killed and Windsor dangerously wounded from a rifle-shot. Horse Tuixr.—A person, was arrested at Whiskeytown, Shasta county, last week, with several horses and mules in _ his, possession supposed. to have been. stolen from. Missouri Bend, Butte county. . Surrenperep.—Stevens, who lately. shot Teane Allen, at Chice, Butte county, and was releasedion $5;000 bail, has been, survendered to the Sheriff. by. bis.suretios, INDIAN OUTBREAK ON THE OveRLAND . Rovts.—A Salt Lake dispateh, of April 22d, says: ‘The Indians east of here have been com depredations upon the Mail Company for last two months, until at the present time they have entire control of the route. They have stolen nearly all the stock from the route, killed several of the employes and have burned one station. ‘They threaten the entire . destruction of the Overland Mail and Telegraph. The Mail Company have discontinued the run; ning of the mails for the present, and will not attempt to run the route until troops are placed along it to protect them. There is a report that 8 men were killed by Indians yesterday, found. . ed upon the fact that they were seen in the posession of animals, clothing and arms belonging . ; to the party. There is a report that there is a fight going on east of Fort Bridger, between the employees and Indians. A dozen men from Fort Bridger have gone to their assistance. It is momentarily expected that the telegraph line will be destroyed, TRAGEDY AT WALLA-WALLA.—A terrible tragedy took place at Walla-Walla on the evening of April 11th, at the theater, between some soldiers and citizens. The house was crowded, it being a fireman’s benefit. Some soldiers were drunk and making a loud noise, and Deputy Sheriff Porter tried to make them stop, which they refused to do, drawing their pistols and daring any one to attempt to put them out. Sherif Porter took hold of one of them, when they commenced shooting, which was immediately returned by the citizens. One soldier was killed on the spot, and another died the next morning. Sheriff Porter was badly wounded in the leg, and another deputy shotin the thigh. A man named Phillips was badly wounded, and several others whose names we did not learn. . A good many ladies were present, who were . helped out over thestage and out the back door. Some thirty shots were fired, and some escaped narrowly, having bullet holes through their hats and clothes, AncuBisHop HvuGHES AND THE PoPpEnoM. . —The special correspondent of the Philadelphia geek writing from New York under date of March 7th, says the story of the Paris . correspondent of the London Morning Star, that the Emperor Napoleon intends to employ his influence to secure the election of Archbishop Hughes to the Popedom, upon the death of the present incumbent, though doubtless a canard of the first water, nakes a great deal of talk in Paris. There are many who, arguing from the frequent interviews which the Archbishop is known to have had with his Imperial Highness during his present sojourn in Paris, insist upon it that there is more in it than appears on the surface. Be that as it may, it is certain the mere possibility of such a thing will vastly increase His Grace’s Power and influence (both of which are already immense,) on his return to the United States. ¥ ANOTHER OvTRAGE.—We are informed by Mr. Flower, Humboldt mail carrier, that at . daylight on the morning of the 6th, a party of Indians attacked a pack train camped about a mile up the mountain from Miner’s on Redwood creek. The train belonged to Mr. Plat, and the goods to Goldsmith & Lake, of Hoopa Valley. The packers ran to camp Douglas, three-fourths ofa mile away. A detachment of men was immediately sent to the spot, and succeeded in killing one Indian—the rest escaped. They took all the clothing, shoes, and, to them, other necessary articles, then burned the contents of the train.—[Trinity Journal. _PLayep Ovrt.—The new mines on Salmon river are getting into bad repute about here, from letters received last week, which state that itis a humbug. No rich diggings have been found outside of the basin on Salmon mountain. People are coming back “sold again,” as usual in the Northern mines, and the stampede promises to excel even Frazer river. The “elephant” which they went to see will escort them back. We always had doubts of its extent, and the excitement was el up by the Oregon people and press to build up their State—[Yreka Journal. Remains or Con. CamEron.—The_remains of Col. Cameron of the 79th New York (Highlanders,) who fell at the head of his regiment at Bull Run, have been recovered. They were found, by the aid of a negro guide, ina grave with the remains of five others. There was no difficulty in establishing the identity. The remains were forwarded to Pennsylvania under military eseort to the late Secretary of War, whose affection for the deceased is the one bright trait of good in his character shining out froin much that has made him an object of general suspicion. EMBASSY FROM JAPAN.—It is stated that an embassy from Japan, consisting of about 60 nages of high distinction, will visit Europe in the course of the present year. They will . first visit England, and then proceed to Paris. After having “done” France, they will visit Holland, then Prussia, and lastly Russia, returning to England, where a steamer would wait their arrival to carry them back to their native country. Deciinep.—The Judges of the Supreme Court, the Governor, the Collector of San Fran. cisco, and many prominent lawyers and laymen of that place, joined in an invitation to Edward . Stanley to accept of a dinner before departing to his old home in North Carolina, to me . military Governor thereof, but Mr, S. declined in consequence of the pressure of time. Woo.i.—We notice a quantity of this valuable commodity coming into town from the back country, and being piled up on the levee as age to Ce er aa e river. Co. usa is one 0 princi shee win counties in the State, and the re Mt ef prin . vg i those pa after who are enin the business of shipping the article to the Rast.—(Colusa Sun. SHocxine AccipENT.—A workman in the cn of *s Quartz Mill, near Mokelumne Hill, had his hand completely mashed off by Oe Bing upon it of a 700 pound stamper im the mill, ong day last week. Eacus& Suor—A, J. Caldwell shot, ome da last week, in, Shasta Valley, a black "eagle of the largest.species. It measured i ine + from. tip to tip. sai RET cnt a nm NOTICE TO WOOD CHOPPERS. ANTED, AT THE NEVADA GAS CO’S WORKS 100 Cords of dry Pitch Pine Wood, for whieh Cash will be paid at the rate of from eight to fifiee, dollars a cord, + are uality. " 4. 8. ANEEN, Superintendent, Nevada, April 24, 1862—lin. J. M. HIXSON & BRO’s, Ritall Prices Current. Batter, BD Thesssess 3712 Pickles, half gallon.. . 5 Sugar, Crushed 5 ths $1,00 Yeast Povedet ©. bass. x: he ‘+ Brown, 6 fhs $1,00/Pie Fruit......8 7! No, 1 China (mat), -$8.13. Oysters...000.6 G24, Candles, 4 Ihs..-. $3,00. Hams, (sug. cured) Nails, 12 fhs.-005+ 1.00 ps a is Spades, o> ob tos case $1.25) “ Billings’ ....18 Pick Handles.. ...37 Bacon, (State’s). 2.0.05 Sack of Flour and box * Our own curing, 25 of blacking.... $3,25. Shoulders.**..° ..15 Tea, 2 papers.s..eee 3743) OTHER ARTICLES Ly, 4” Basket. .scas waves 16 PROPORTION, sy TERMS—CASH. “Ga 75 BROAD STREET, NEVADA. A few doors above Weaver & Co's, apr24. china Store. ~ ATTENTION! EVERYBODY . HE UNDERSIGNED, HAVING & large stock of Groceries, Provisions & Mining Tools ON HAND—AND MORE COM ING, WILL SELL, AT WHOLESAL, NO. Butter ....eeceesees 32 1-2 cts. by Keg. CAMGIOS 065 is csccccees scnees $4 50 per Box. Sugar,..... in Half Barrels 15 1-4 cis, TOR.. scree by the Chest 52 1-2 cts per lb. Filour....s00% 96 12 1-2 cts, per LOU Ibs, Ple Pralt .. cc cscs cece cose 84 00 per Case. Winslow’s or Kensett’s Corn, $4 62 doz. EVERY OTHER ARTICLE PROPORTION ATE, wm Terms, Cash. “@0 April 22. J. M. HIXSON &BRO., BATES & McCORMICK, . WHOLESALE AND RETAIL. DRUGGISTS, CORNER OF BROAD & PINE STS., NEVADA. AVE JUST RECEIVED A LARGE assortment of DRUGS, MEDICINES, Perfumery, Fancy & Toilet Articles, ALSO, THE BEST QUALITY OF IMPORTED WINES & LIQUORS For Medical Parposes, WE HAVE A FRESH AND CHOICE VARIETY OF GARDEN SEEDS! Prescriptions put up at all hours either night or day. aa” DR. BATES’ OF FICE, SAME PLACE, “G3 MUNICIPAL ELECTION. he yom IS HEREBY GIVEN; THAT in accordanee with am Act incorporating the City of Nevada. an election will be held on MONDAY MAY FIFTH, 1862, for the following city officers : Five Trustees, One Treasurer, One Marshal, One Assessor. GEO. KEENEY is appointed Inspector, and J. M. HIXSON and JAS. WHARTENBY, Judges of said election. The election wilt be held in Lonis’ Brick Building, on Main street, The polls will be epened at eight o’clock, and remain open until suadewn. By order ef the Board of Trustees, CHAS. KENT, President, H. H. Face. Clerk. Nevada, April 16, 1862.—te. T. ELLARD BEANS & CO,, No. 52 Broad Street, Nevada. WHOLESALE 4 RETAIL DEALERS IN GROCERIES AND PROVISIONS. aa GOONS DELIVERED FREE. OF CHARGE. “6% BRIDGE BUILDING. Q. RICE, Bridge Builder, Matiwright, AND DESIGNER. "Tl a INTENDING TO BUILD Bridges, Quartz Mills and hike structures, will do well to give me a ealb amd examine my Designs, Having made arrangements wit one of the most reliable Patent Attorneys in Wa-hington City, I alxo wil atten@ te the MAKING OF DRAWINGS, SPECIFROATIONS, and PROCURING PATENT-RIGHTS. Orrice—On Main street, Opposite Maver & Con’ Boot & Shoe Stote—wystairs __Nevada City, Jam, 14, 1862. " ITY BREWERY.-THE UNDERSIGNED would respeetfully inform the lovers of good LAGER BEER, that he manufactures an article that cannot fail to please larly to Bar-rooms, Salons, generally, at reduced nates. March 27, 1862.