Georgia telegraph. (Macon, Ga.) 1844-1858, February 06, 1849, Image 1
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MACON, GA., TUESDAY MORNING, FEBRUARY 6, 1849.
VOL. XXIII—NO 25.
St. Lanierdc Son,
Having renewedjtlair lease of the FLOYD
umror u • - •
flcT
will
of visitors.
ST. LANIER will spend tlree months of tho pro-
sent summer nt llowliril Sitings, Cass county,—
where he will be exceedingly nappy to see his nume
rous friends, for whose actomnodation he has made
very extensive prepartefons.
june 20 ( 44—tf
Washington
ff'.vit Tbonnderaii
psjiii Houso, Cob
ta“U that they have 1<
ment tor a term of year
of October nest. The
most thorough repair. Tt
ed and lormshea and se
be made. Alt tho B<
uilure will be entirely
Tho Table will be furnish!
will be omitted that can
pleasure of their guests,
sept 26
nil, Macon, Ga.
(late of tbe Oglethorpe
Ga.) beg leave to anqounce
L —d the above Eatablisb-
vrill open it bn the first
ildings are undergoing tho
Rooms will be newly paint-
ral additional Par. ore will
, Chamber and Table Fur-
and of a superior quality.
1 sumptuously, and uothing
tribute to the comfort ana
B.L.&J. H. BASS.
6 -*y
EAST MACON HOTEL,.
The undersigned takes* this method ofin-
|iii| forming his friente and (be public generally,
‘"[.that he bis takea this mmmodioos and well
Watches, Jewelry, &e-
AT REDUCED PRICES.
In addition to their previous stock, the sub
scribers are receiving large supplies of NEW
GOOD# in their line, consisting of Watches,
Jeweliy, Silver Ware and Silver Plate) Guns, Pistols
Military and Military Trimmings, Fancy Hardware
and Fancy articles, Watch makers tools and material,
Ac. Ac. All of which they offer for aale at reduced
prices for Cask.
They are receiving many articles in their line, which
are entirely new, and tboy respectfully invite citizens
and persona visiting Macon to call and examine their
stock. W. B. JOHNSTON A BROTHER.
Macon, Nov. 27,1848. 15
Notice.
The subscriber has engaged a very superior
workman. (14 years a manufacturer of Watch-
es in Europe) ami is now prepared to do all
hind of Watch work-in the best manlier and on the
roost reasonable terms. Certificates will be given to
persona having work, guaranteeing it to be accurately
done and satisfactorily or the money refunded.
Persons in the city and from tbe country, are invited
to give him a trial. B. L. BURNETT.
Macon, Dee 5,1848.
nc auu nil inenas, mat uis tiotse wi|
S ic not surpassed by any Hmse ip
lea will at ali times be suppled w
market affords. He has carefuf did atl
prepared to accommodate
boarder* by the day or month. .He assures tho pub
lic and his friends, that hi* Home will be kept in a
~ in Georgia. His
with the best tbe
attentive hostlers,
and the borsesofhia friends wilfoe well taken care off.
In short, he is prepared to accdnmodate passengers
from both Rail Roads, as well m tbe public and trav
ellers generally. Thankful for fast favors, he hopes
by a strict attention to business to merit a continu
ance of tho patronage of hisfrieids and the public.
M-SULLIVAN.
East Macon. Oct 31, 1848. 11
Warehouse and Commission Bu
siness.
The inbacribers will continue holiness at
I the “Fire-proof W arelumse” on Cotton A ve
■ nee. AH buiiuess confided to their care will
receive prompt and faithful attention.
Liberal advance* on Cottou in store or shipped to
ourtrisnds in Savannah, Charleston or New York.
Orders from their Patrons for Bagging. Rope and
Twine, and other Merchandise, will be filled without
charge. N. OUSLEY A SON
aug 8 '51—tf
__ Jflndison House,
Ba Corner of Market andPeny streets. Mnnt-
Eji;;; gomery,Ala..by CHASA.ABERCROMBIE
H''lJ anil W1I.M McCUttDY. (tbe latter formerly
Conductor on Montgomery and A'est Point Railroad,)
is |iow open for the reception ofTravellere and Board
ers. The fare, attendance, andreueral comfort of tbe
House, are uot surpassed in thesoutb.
N. B. Conveyance always redly to the Steimboat
and Railroad, » !
tag 15 i 53—ly
Warehouse and Commission Bu
siness.
* \V. W. BALDWIN, having taken the
Warehouse formerly occupied by D. A W.
(juun, near the corner ot (’berry and Second
streets, is prepared to receive Cottou or Merchandise
on Storage. The usual advauecs will be made on Cot
ton stored in Macon, or shipped to my friends in Sa
vannah, Charleston or New York.
He reipectfolly solicits a portion of tha patronage
of bis old friends and the public generally
aug 29 3—tf
Dyson, Cooper & Roberts,
» \Vill continue the Warehouse and Commie
sion Business the ensuing season, at their
Fire-Proof Warehouse.
Thankful to ourfrieuds for their former patronage,
we respectfully ask a continuance of tbe same, with
the assurance that our beat etTorts will be given to
promote their interests.
Liberal advances will be made on cotton in 8tore,
at customary ratea.
Thoms* Dyson, Jos. W. Cooper, A Ws. Roberts.
Mscon, Aprils, 1843.33—ly
A.Bargttiu.
' '".M Tbe subscriber having become desirous of
tUmj retiring from business, offers for sate op terms
JUULto suit purchasers, her will known HOTEL,
in Knoxville, ,Gn. Attached to which, are five Lots,
which will be sold together or separately as may be
desired.
Auy person desirous of engaging in tbe business,
cannot fail to moke it profitable, |s it ia tbe only Hotel
in the putce, and it bas been doing a fine business ever
siuce it has been in operation. Person* wishing to
embark in such business’wouldro well to call imme
diately. ELIZABETH MONTFOUT.
Knoxville, Crawford county.
oct34 JO—tf
<|L GOLD WATCHES—Just received, a fresh
( ) \ supply of Hunting, D. B. and Anchor Lever
■2- Gold Watches, which I am offering lower than
over before in this market. Gold chains, levs, Ac.
oct 84 B. L. BURNETT.
Medical Notice- -
*-,2 JOHN M. T. GULLETT, M. D.. having per-
Yw manently located at Pea Ridge, Marion coanty,
Ga., begs leave to inform the public that his Pro
fessional services will, at all times, be at their com
mand. As to character and Medical acquirement and
skill, he refers to
HU Excellency, G-. W. Towns, MUledgeville, Ga.
Dra. Wells ft Bussey, 1
Dr. Jeremiah Beall, >Talbotton, Ga.
Dr. JamesY.Gardner.)
Samuel J. Rat, Esq.. Macon, Ga.
Dr. John T. Sims, GUliou, Ga.
Professor I. P. Garvin, ) n.
J. A. Eve, \ An 5°»ta.Ga.
may 3
37—tf
Fresh Gardcu Seeds.
JUST RECEIVED AND FOR SALE CT
GEORGE PAYNE. Druggist, Macon,
Asparagus, giant | Lettuce, early cabbage-
Beans, early Mohawk or I head
six weeks I Lettuce, early ice coss
Beans, early white cluster j Melon, Nutmeg
Beans, large white kidney j Melon, nettled Romana
Beans, retagee or 1000 toj j Melon, large canteleupe
Beans, largo white Lima j Okra, long white
Beans, white Dutch run- Onion, silver skin
uing | Onion, white Portugal
Beaus, Dutch case knife I Onion, large red
Beet, long blood Parsley, doable curled
Beet, early blood turnip I Parsnip, large cup
Beet, white sugar I Pens, early May
Beet, Mangel wurtzcl I Peas, early six weeks
Cabbage, early York | Pens, early Washington
Cabbage, early drumheatj j Peas, early Charlton
Cabbage, early Oxbart I Pens, early dwarf marrow
Cabbage, early sugar loaf | fat
Cabbage, early Battersea
cabbage, large York
Cabbage, large late drum-
Cabbage, large lata Ber-
Cabbage, drumhead Savoy
Cabbage, large German,
tbe largest for cattle
Cabbage, green glazed foe
warm climate
Cabbage, turnip rooted r-
bove ground
Carrot, long orange
Carrot, blood red
Cauliflower, early
Celery, white solid
Cucumber, long green
Cucumber, early green
Cueumber, early cluster
Egg Plant, large purple
FlowerSeed*
Lettuce, green icehead
Peas, early dwarf sugar
Peas, large Marrowfat
Pepper, tomatto shaped
Pepper, sweet Spanish
Raduh. early scarlet
Radish, lopg early abort
fop
Radish, scarlet turnip
Radish, white turnip
Radish, long white turnip
Salsifi or vegetable oyster
Spinach, round
Squash, early bush
Squash, cocoa nut
Tomatto, large red
Tcmatto, pear shaped
Turnip, early flat Dutch
Turnip, red top
Turnip, Hanover
Thyme,
Marjoram, sweet
Lucerne or French Clover
Millet for Cows.
Also, a large lot of Perfumery of all kinds.
jan 2 20—10t
A Card.
MRS. MASON has just returned from Eu
rope, and ia occupying the dwelling over Messrs
Graves, Wood A Co’s, store, corner jof Cherrv
Notice.
Having determined to close our bu
siness in this city, we now offer our eu-
_ tire stock of CARRIAGES. HAR
NESS, 6addles and carriage trimmings
at less than coat fur Cash.
We also wish to sell tbe STOREHOUSE wo now
occupy (either for cash or on time) which is one of the
best stands inthecity, fronting on Cotton Avenue and
Second atreet, tbe house is 46 feet front and 100 feet
deep.
As we have determined to quit business, we take
this oocasion to thank our numerous friends for their
liberal patrouage, especially those who have paid
promptly. Those who are still owing and wish to jay
dor still greater obligations, will d<J so by paying
an attorney to coj-
wsiting longer.
A ROBERTS.
MaCOn.Jan. 15,1846. 32
us uuuer sun greaser uuiignuuuv, wi
up; we dislike very much paying an
lect, but shall do so in preference to s
FREEMANi
New Sale and Livery Stable.
The undersigned have constantly on hand
at their new Stable! on tbe corner of Mul
berry aud Third streets, nearly opposite the
loyd House, for sale or hire. Horses, Carriages. Bag
gies and vehicles of every description. Their stock is
not surpassed by any establishment in the State • and
their charges will be suited to the times.
Horses will be taken by tbe month, week Or day.
Their Stables are uew and airy, situated in tbe heart
of business, convenient to both hotels, and they pledge
and Third-streets, where the is prepared to Bleach, ai* I their customers and the public every care and atten-
ter and trim all kinds of fancy, plain and straw Leg
horn aud Mohair BONNETTS, in the first style ol
Fsikion. >•
Mrs, Mason takes this opportunity of acknowledg
ing with thanks the liberal patronage she formerly
received, and feels that ahe it well known to the La-
diesof Macon and tho surrounding countiy, that the
need uot make any puff in reference to her work.
N. B,—Dresses, Vissettes. Mantelets made from the
latest aud most approved models. Also, Pinking done
by the yard, nt 6j cents,
jan S3 14
Copurl norsltip.
*J2 DR E. L. 8TROHKCKER having purchased
the interest of the Estate, of H. Shotwell in the
1* Drag Store, lias associated with Dr. J. C. OIL
11EUT iu the business, under tire name and firm of
J. C. HILBERT ft Co. To tho old petrousnf the rs-
tsbliahmeut, they promise that no effort on their part
alitll be spared, to merit a continuance of their favours.
They intend to lump the best articles that can be fur
nished from tbe Northern Markets, and will sell on as
good terms as toy bouse in ibe city: For cash their
prices will he very modarase.
Macon doc 4th, 4848. d** I 9
Mrs. F. Bvssnu
IS constantly receiving, in addition to her
stock of fashionable Miiliueiy GOODS, all va-
rieties of latest styles Straw Bonnets, Ribbons.
Flowers Feathers. Dress Silks. Bombesin, Jenny Lind
Viscttes, Embroideries, Ac. allot which ahe oilers for
sain on very moderate terms
Dresses, Bonnets, Caps and Head Dresses made to
order, after tbe latest fashion,
dec 3 - 16
tioo. They have careful and attentive hostlers, good
and experienced drivers, and respectfully solicit a
portion of tbe patronage of their friends and the public.
MASON A DIBBLE.
N- B.—Board ol Horse per day, fifty cents,
sept 12 ’ 6—7m
Practical School of Medicine and
Surgery.
T HIS School has been instituted for tbe purpose of
giving to private pupils a thorough course of in
struction, by Lectures aud Examinations throughout
ibe year- Exercises sre given daily.
The Room of the School, at the corner of Mulberry
and Third streets, over Messrs. Shotwell A Gilbert’s
Drag Store, will be open for students from 6 o'clock, A.
M., to 10 P. M. It is furnished with Apparatus, pre
parations and plates Ulustrstive of Anatomy and other
branches, aud with a collection of the important arti
cles of the Materia Medico. Also, an extensive Med
ical Library and Text Books, and the most valuable
Medical Periodicals of (bis eouotty aud Europe.
The regular exercises commenced on Monday, the
33d inst.
No pains nor expense will be spared, to afford eve
ry advantage to our students. Private examinations
of patients, both medical and surgical, with particular
regard to the treatment of tbe diseases and accidents
likely to fall under the care of a general practitioner,
will be constantly made.-
The means for the study of Practical Anatomy will
be as great as students desire.
Board may be obtained at from 12 to S15 per month,
lodging included.
Tbe charge to students for 12 months instruction is
$100, or $50 fora session. '
Any furtheriuformationmsy he obtained by address
ine the undersigned, BOON A BENSON.
Macon. Oct. 24. 1848. 10-tf
Later from California—Gold Abundant-
The Union, in its remarks introduces the iol
following official documents from California:
*“We are sure (says the same paper,) it is
scarcely necessary for us to call the attention of
tho people to these despatches. They are not on
ly-tho latest which have been received from Cali
fornia, bat they furnish developments of the deep,
est interest. It now certainly presents the most
extraordinary theatre upon the face of the earth.
The description which they give of the treasures
of California is thrilling beyond example.—
The value and the extent of thegold ore
according to these accounts, is probably nnpar-
allelled on the globe. Mr. Larkin's statements
surpass all previous accounts. But this is
not all. As these prospects of wealth enlarge;
the effect they have on the moral character of tbe
people is also augmented. The strong arm of tho
government must be called in to prevent excesses.
The picture is every way deeply impressive. It
presents problems which are interesting to the po
litical economist, to the profonud statesman, to
tbe American patriot, to every one who is accus
tomed to speculte upon- human anature in its most
^trying and exciting aspects.”
Official Documents.
INTERESTING.—CALIFORNIA GOLD.
Extract of a letter from Thomas O. Larkin, Esq ,
lute consul and now vary agent of the United States,
to the Secretary of State, dated a> Monterey, No
vember 16th, 1848, and received it this city on
Friday evening.
“The digging and washing for gold continues
to increase "on the Sacramento placer, so fur as
regards the uumher of nervous engaged in the bu
siness, aud the size aud quautity of the metal dai
ly obtained, 1 have hud in my hands several
pieces of gold, about twenty-three carats fine,
fr
ber of merchant ships thus abandoned at Saa
Francisco, and such will be tbe fite of all thut
subsequently arrive. Tbe master of tne ship
‘Tzaak Walton,” that brought stores for tbe squad
ron to this port, offered, without success, $50
per month to Callao, and thence $20 per month
home, to disbanded volunteers, not seamen. We
were obliged at last to supply bint with four men
whose terms of service were drawing to a close."
This state of things is not confined to California
alone. Oregon is fust depopulating; her inhabi
tants pour into the gold diggings, and foreign re
sidents and runaway sailors from the Sandwich
islands are arriving by every vessel that approach
es this ooast.
• « * * * •
Very respectfully,
Your obedient servant,
THOS. AP C JONES,
Commender-in-Cbief, Pacific squadron.
Hon. J. Y. .Mason, Secretary of the Navy.
B LANKETS and Negro Cloth, for sale by I
Oct 17 J. SEYMOUR
^g^OLD PENS—A large lot of Gold Pens, (warrant
ed) very low by
oct 24
B.L. BURNETT.
G OLD PENCILS, Slides, Hearts, Gold and silver
Spectacles, F inner Rings. For sale by
oct 84 B. L. BURNETT.
Stables ami Livery.
The subscribers having leased fi r a term
of years the I area and commodious Stables
attached to the Floyd House, and the large
aud uew Stables attached to the Washington Hall,
will give their undivided attention to the same.
Saddle Horses. Rugeiea and Carriaces to hire. Apply
at either ot the. Hotels, or at the Staples.
THOMAS A. BROWN,
JUDGE W. HARRIS.
sept 26 6—ly
J
Just received, Geutlemen’e fine and Medium
Calf Boots, and for sale by
dec 13 MIX A KIRTLAND.
JUST received another lot of Ladiea' silk
lasting congress Gaiters, and tor sale by
13 MIX A KIRTLAND.
Just received Ladies’ silk and plain last
•ing Gaiters, and for sale by
dec 13 MIX A KIRTLAND.
Jnal received a lot of Negro Shoes, a prime
article, and for sale by
MIX A.KIRTLAND.
Itobcrt §. Lanier,
A TTORNEY AT LAW—Macon, Ga.—Wilt con-
zi. tinnetht practice in the counties of Bibb,Monroe,
Pike, Crawford, Houston, Jones aud Twiggs.
All business intrusted to Lis cure will meet with
Jtrompt attention. ....
Rulers to Messrs. Scott, Carhart A co.; Maj.Jame*
Dean, Samuel J. Ray, George M. Logan slid John J.
Bennett, Esqrs.
Macoa. January, 1648.feb 1 24—tf
s. & re. p. nALL,
A ttorneys at law—Macon, Gat-Practice
in Bibb, Monroe, Pike, Crawford, Twiggs, and
Dooly counties; also in the Sepreme Court at Macon,
Decatur. Talbotton and Americas. *
tyofflec over Sautt, Cabort A Co.
Macon. Nov. 14 12—8m
W. T. * A. H. Colquitt,
ATTORNIES AT LA IP—MACON, GA.
'IITIM, practice in Bibb end all the adjacent coup-
Y Y ties. All b«siness entrusted to their care will
Meet with prompt attention.
fjeOlBce in tho Merchants Bank Buildings, Mul
berry street, fortsoriy office Branch Bank Central
Rnifr " "
Brought to Jail.
By Alexander McGregor, about the 1st
Sept, a girlin' the name ol Rose, about 59 y ear*
ofage. who say s the belongs to the estateof
Bowers of Baldwin county that she *hss been manu
mitted t aud that Jerry Stone ia her guardian. Her.
owner is requested to come forward, prove property,
pay expenses, and take ber away, or tbe will be
dealt with as tbe law direct*.
WILLIS H. HUGHES, Jailor Bibb County. .
Nov. 28th. 1848.
Studs of the newest and latest fashions, for
sale low by
oct 34
B. L. BURNETT.
]WEW choice ladies Breast Pins, Ear Rings, Brace-
1N leu of the-latust New York fashions, very low by
oct 34 B. L. BURNETT.
I (t(J Sacks Alum salt, two bushels in each sack.
A • ’»/ to arrive in a few days, and for aale bv
Oct 17 J. SEYMOUR
J1EATHERS fresh Tenuesse A Georgia Feathers
of good quality, tor sale by
oct 17
J. SEYMOUR.
lent article for family use, for sale b;
le ny
.SEYMC
100 o EGS NaU *' for ,,le by J * 6BYM0Uli -
3 Pipes Holland Giu, “Vine Leaf’ “Medar Swan'
and “Windmill'' brands, genuine importation, for
sale by T. C. DEMPSEY,
oct 31
weighing from one to two pounds, and bav
from good authority that pieces have beou found
weighing sixteen puunds, Indeed, I have heard
of one specimen that weighed twenty-five pounds.
There tire many men at the placer, who iu June
last bad not oil?bundled dollars, now in posses
sion of from five to twenty tbousaud dollars,
which they made by digging gold and trading
with the Indians. Several, I believe, have made
more- A common calico shirt, or even a silver
dollar, has been taken by an Indian for gold, with
out regard to size; and a half to one onuce ol
gold—say $8 to $16—.is now considered the price
of a shirt, while from three to ten ounces is the
price of a blanket. One hundred dollars a day for
several days iu succession was considered a com
mon remuneration for the labor of a gold digger,
though a few work over a mouth at a time, as the
futigue is very great. From July to October one-
bulf oi the gold-huuters have been afflicted either
itfa ague and fever or the intermittent fever, as cl
twenty days absence from the placer during those
mouths is necessary to escape these diseases.—
There have not, however, beeu main fatal cases.
Tbe gold is now sold, from the smallest imagina
ry piece in size to pieces of one pouud iu weight,
at $16 pe. troy ounce for all the purpose of com
merce; but those who are under the necessity of
raising com to pay duties to the govern meat are
obliged to accept from $10 to $1 1 per ounce.—
All the coin iu California is likely tu be locked
up iu the custom-house, as the tariff of our Cou-
gress is in force here ia regard tu tbe receipt of
money.
‘ Could you know the value of tho Calfornia
placer as I know it, ) ou would think you had
been instrumental in obtaining a most splendid
purchase for. our country, to put 1.0 oilier con
struction ou tiie late treaty.
“The placer is known to be two or three hundred
miles Jong; and as discoveries nre constantly being
made, it may prove 1,000 miles in ieugtli—in fact,
it is, uot cuuntiug the i'ltermediate miles yet un
explored. l’rom five to ten millions of gold must
be our export this aud next year. How tuauv
more years this state of things will continue, I
cannot say. You may wonder why I continue my
correspondence. 1 answer, from habit, aud your
many remarks of tbe interest you take in my let
ters.”
IVAR DEPARTMENT.
Montzrey?(C.-i!.,) Oct. 13, 184S.
General—I arrived here ou the ISUt nil. from San
Diego, and hare paid the four companies of the 1st
New York regiuieut iu full, and they have all start
ed for the gold mines. Three companies compos
ing the command of Lieut. Col. Burton are uow
here, aud will be mustered out to-day or to-mor
row, and paid by Major Hill immediately, as the
residents uro extremely anxious to get rid of them;
they have the place in their power. Nearly all the
tncu of company “F.” 3d artillery, have deserted.
We have tho Ohio, Warren. Dale. Lexingtou cud
Southampton in port; but they cannot land aeman,
as they desert as soon as they set foot 011 shore. The
only thing the ships could do in case of an out
break, would be to fire upon the town. The vol
unteers at Sqnla Barbara, Los Angelos, &c. behav
ed very well—110 murmuring or difficulties of auy
kind with them; they complained that they were
uot allowed travelling allowance.
The funds from Muzatlau have at last reached
here; the amount is fiSO.QUO-. It arrived very op
portunely, as we had expended uearly ali we bad.
The amount is a great deal mure than will be re
quired. as there are at present but two companies
in California—oue of lstdragoous, the other of 3d
artillery ; the latter reduced too mere skeleton, by
desertion, and the former in n fair way to share the
same fate. I should suppose $20.01)0- would he
sufficient to pay the present force (provided the
companies are filled up) for a year.
Treasury notes are good for nothing; bills on the
United States could uot be negotiated 011 any terms'
Gold dust can bo purchased for eight or ten dol
lars the ounce, aud it is said to be worth $18 in
the United States; consequently, ull remittances
are made iu it.
Col. Mason, and mott of the army officers, ure
at Fo{t Sutter.. Commodore Junes thinks it would
be very ioiprudeut to bring the public funds ou
shore, except iu such sums as may be required
fur immediate use. He does uot like to leave a
ship here, an account of the difficulty of keeping
the men.
brought out and the purchase of his two lots, he
was worth thirty thoussud dollars. Lota bough:
originally for $15 nre uow worth 5 or $6000: all
of t ilia took place before the discovery of tbe mines.
This gold-lias been assayed and found to be 23j
carats fine—pure virgin gold. The largest piece
found weighs25 pounds, in cue solid block; the
next weighs 7 pounds, and su. on, down to fino
black sand.
Before I left Monterey, I saw Mr. who,
came nut to this country in the store ship as
pursur’s steward. He, with four others, went to
tho iniues in April last, and in seventeen days, he
says, tiie five dug out twenty thousand dollars
worth, when he was tukcu sick, aud the copartner
ship dissolved He liml fifteen thousand dollar*
worth with him, and does uot iuteud to dig any
more, but to trade iu goods.
Clerks get eight dollars per day at tho mine",
which are distant uot one hundred miles from Mun-
terey. I yvill give you the pricesof different arti
cles. Blankets have beeu sold for eighty to otto
huudred dollars each; shoes one dollar per number.
Large liapans, three ounces of gold. Sailor’s sheath
knives, six to eight dollars. Revolvers six to eight
oiiuces of gold, and I sawn mail who paid six huu
dred doUara fur a barrel ol fionr. Liquors are very
scarce and command the highest prices. , Shovels
have sold (ortweuty dollars, and;/ic£* for ikosame.
I was offered six ounces ‘('gold for my old cloak,
which cost twenty-five dollars' and bar suffered six
years of hard wear. Ail articles ot clothing sell
well, and there are none in market.
A cargo of Chius goods, realised $200,000 in one
week at Suit Francisco^
Some ol'our officers bought this gold ol six,eight
aud ten dollars per ounce, and on our arrival at Ma-
zailuu, onlheSOth of N'ovetuber.solJ it lor sixteen
dollars per ounce.
YVe sail iu a few days for San Bias, on our way to
the island.
San Buas Nov. 24.
We urrivodat this place to-day, aud shall remain
until the first of December.
A correspondent of the Herald days—>
“I satv a man to-day malting purchases of dry
goods, &c„ fur his family, lay on the counter a bag
made of raw hide, well sewed up, containing oue
huudred ounces. I observed, ‘That is a good way
to pack gold dust.’ He very hmoceutly replied—
‘All the bags I brought down are that way ;.I liko
tiie size !’ Fiv« stirli h.-tr* ?i» Ns»w York wohM
The gold fever rages as hud as ever, and the
quantity collepted has not diminished, but increas
ed. Provisions, clothing, and ull the necessaries
of life, are at most exorbitant prices. Livk'a was
always expensive in this country, but now it puss-
ull reason—aboard four dollars per day, washing
five to six dollars per dozen. Merchants’ clerks
are receiving from $1800 to $3003 per annum an
nually! IVhut tiie government will do for civil
officers. I do hot know. Salaries wiil have to cor
respond with the times. Tiie pay of governors,
judges, &c. as allowed in the United Stules, will
hardly compare with that paid to salesmen and
shop clerks here.
I am, sir, respectfully, vonr obd’t serv’t.
WILLIAM RICH, A. P. U. S. A.
tho size !’ Five such bug* iu New York” would
bring uear $10,000. This than, left bis family.lust
August.” * * » •
In this tough, but true, golden tale, you must uot
imagine that all men arc equally successful. There
are some who have done better;, even to 4,000 in
a mouth; many $1,000 during the summer, aud
others,, who refused to join.a company of gold
washers who had a cheap made h'-achine, and re
ceived one ounce per day, returned tu toe settle
ments with uot a vest pocket full of gold. Soma
left with ouly sufficient to purchase a horse and
saddle, and pay the physiciun six ounces of gold
for one ouut e uf quiume,calomel and jalap in pro,
portion. Ait ouuce of gold for advice given, sit(
ouncesu visit, brings the lever and ague tube ra
ther nn expensive companion.. A well man has
his proportionate heavy expenses, also, to reduce
It is piles of bags of gold. Dry beef in tbe settle,
tneuts at 4 cents per ll>. at tbe placer $1 to $2 pep
lb.; salt beef and pork $5(1 to $J00 per bbl.; flour
$30 to $75 per bb!.; coffee, sugar and rice 50c- to
SI per lb. As washing is fifty cents to oue. dol-
lui u garment, tuauy prefer throwing away their
used up clothes to (laying tiie washerwoman; that
is, if they intend returning to the settlements soon,
where they can purchase more. As to shaving, I
have never seen a man at the placer who had time
to perform that operation They do not work on
Suudays—only bt ut-ii up the tent, blow out the
emery or fins black sand from the week’s work
Horses that can travel only oue day, and from that
to u week, are from $10(1 to $303. Freight charge
Gen. N. Towauu, Fay master Geu. U. S. A. Wash- hy launch owners for three day’s run, $5 per bbl.
iiigtou, D. C.
« A
<9 . v er>
YV.
C LOAKS! CLOAKS !!—The subscribers have
on hand and are daily manufacturing, all kinds of
Brought to Jail.
A negro man by the name of BOSON, about . w .
e 0 years of fge. five feet f* or 6 inches high of i Clonks, which they will sell at very low prices,
.very dark complexion, says he belongs to i/oho J nov £8 J. E. SAULSBURY.
Ward of Savannah, or J esse Mount living ueaj- J n AGG1NG, Rope and Twine. For sale by
Savannah. Also a man by-the name of PETER, a- I I3 . j g RICHARDSON
bout twenty-five or thirty years of age and says he
wenty
belongs to James Bond of Lee county. The ow ners of
said uegrocs are requested to come forward prve
they
jan 23
Chairs. Bedsteads, Feather Beds'Hair C.it-
ton and Moss Mattresses, or any other article of 1 property, pav chargee and take them away.
Furniture made to order, and repairing in all its w jp (, e dealt with as the law directs.
WILLIS H. HUGHES,
branches, ilouo with neatness and despatch, by
DLEY.
WOOD ft BRA1
oct 10—8tf
Jailor of Bibb co.
SO FAS, Sofa Beds, Divaos, Tete-
’ a-tetecs, Ottomans, for sale low by
WOOD ft BRADLEY.
jan S3
_ ting ant
Chairs of Rosewood, Mahogany, Walnut, Ma
ple and Oak. a great variety of styles, for sale
by’ WOOD ft BRADLEY.
* jan S3
Piano for - sale,
A very good second-hand Piano, but
little worn, from the celebrated Msnu-
lactory of Cbickering, will be told low,
II applied tor soon. WOOD ft BRADLEY,
jau 23 23—5t
I Read ft Bonking Company.
fob 22
27—tf
Seaward & I.ovc,
A TTORNEYS AT LAW—TnoKAsYtct-x. Thora-
ascounty.Ga.—Will practice in the Courts of
the Southern Circuit; in tho couuties of Baker and
Decatur of the Southwestern Circuit, »nd the adjoin
ing counties of Florida. .
June 27 < 5 ~>y
Wheaton *v Davies,
A ttorneys at law—tho**svh**, Tho»
as coanty, Ga.-WUi practice in the Courts of
the Southern Circuit; in rite counties of Baker and
Decatur of the Soothweatera Circuit, and the adjoin
tog counties of Florida.
foo*27 <5—’y
instruction on the Piano.
I The undersigned grateful for the pat-
muage be liqa received since his settle
ment in Macon, renews the tender of j
Brought to Jail,
On tbe 9tb ipst, by Geo. W. Seymour, a ne
gro man by tbe name of Kit, about twenty-five
or six years of age. Kit ia about 5 ft. 6 or‘in
ches high, of very dark complexion, and says
he belongs to Edwd, Ma'sser, of Wilcox county, Als.
The owner of said boy is requested to come forward,
f trove property, pay charges, and take him away, or,
ie will be dealt with aa the tew directs.
Macon, Jan. 1849. WILLIS H- HUGHES.
Jailer, of Bibb County-
oct31’
Cotton Avenue.
T EN hhds Molasses and N O Syrup.
J. 8. RICHARDSON, ~
_ For sale by
Cotton Avenue.
200
Sacks Sal'. For sale b;
J. S. RICHARDSON, Cotton Avenue.
i)l\ (inn Choice Havana Segart, Eficacia, Rio
Hondo. Esmeralda, Dianua and other
brands. Jurt received by T. C. DEMPSEY,
dec 19
Stop the Kunaivs*)’.
Runaway from tbb subscriber, living in Hoos
ton county, on tbe 2d iust. a negro man by tho
name of JEFFERSON. Jefieraon is forty or
• forty-five yean old. light brown complexion and
very intelligent. He can rend and write, and will
doubtless attempt to pass himself off aa a freeman,'
He was formerly a Patnoon on the Ormulgee River,
ubt
and will tto doubt make liis way to Darien, Savan-
his services to his frieuds and tbe public Price of | nah or Charleston. A liberal reward will be paid for
instruction$13per quarter, (thirty lessons.) Rooms hisspprehensiouanddeliveiytome.orbijcoafinement
Of | Quarter casks low priced Wines. Madeira,
OU sweet Mslags and Port. For sale by
dec 19 . T. C. DEMPSEY.
J UST received, a lot of fine French and American
Calfskin. Also, inlng and binding skins. Oak
and Hemlock soic-leatber, all of which will be sold at
tbe lowest possible price by
dec 19 MIX & KIRTLAND.
f USTreceived men’s aqd boys’ coarse shoe Lasts,
also, Gentlemen’s fi '
aud for sale by
dec 19
fine boot Lasts, a fine article,
MIX ft KIRTLAND.
over the store of Messrs. Strong ft Wood, on Second
street. W- J. WOOD.
N. B.—Piannos tuned and put in the best of order.
Calls ia the city or neighboring counties will be
promptly attended to, W. J. W.
nov 14 ’ 13—4m
Platt* Spicer.
A ttorneys at law—Albanygs.—wiii
practice in the counties of Macon, Dooly, Sum
ter, Lee. Randolph, Early Baker and Decatur, of the
Soath-western, and Laurens, Pulaski, Irwin, Thomas
and Lowndes of tbe Southern circuit. All business
cutreatod to their care, will meet with prompt atten
tien. E. H. PLAIT,
e T. C. SPICER.
June 27 45—ly
John It. Hays,
A TTORXEAY AT LAW—Bsinbriooe, Decatur
county, G.—Practice* in the Southwestern Cir
cuit, and in Thomas and Lowndes of the Southern
Circuit.
jane 27 45—ly
Phillips * strong,
A TTORNEYS AT LAW, La Fayeue. Alabama.
WiU practice iu the Counties of Chambers, Tal
lapoosa, Randolph and Russell.
References.—James Gardner, Esq.. Augusta, Ga.,
Hon. M. H. McAllister. Savannah. Samuel J. Ray. Esq.
Macoa. Ridgeway ft Gunby, Columbus. Solomon
Levy, Now Orleans, Col. Jno. A. Cutbbert, Mobile.
M'Cormick ft Briuen. Montgomery.
Jan id 2
Siik’nr Coffee, *e.
QETHHIDS. St Croix, P. 1L Muscovado and N
Orleans Sugar.
20 hhde. Crashed. Powdered and Loaf Sugars
40 do Refined Coffee Sugars
380 bigs Rio Coffee
10 do Java
10 caseg Tea, (some veiy fine.) . .
30 bbls, Prime Country Flour. For sale by
GRAVE
sept 5
GRAVES. WOOD ft CO.
Tobacco, Nil tiff. Ac.
1 Xfk BOXES Tobacco, various brands,
Xvv 1 Bbl, Maccoboy Snuff,
1 do Scotrh do.
2 do Mrs. Miller’s fine Cut Tobacco. For sale
pheapby GRAVES, WOOD ft CO.
Sept 5
^ ILVKR and Plated Ware,Castors, Cake Baskc
- — .Basnets.
Trays. Ctn llesticki, and a fine assortment of I
f’srd Cases, combs, Buckles, slides and Head Orna-
'tocntsoftiie late.t styles. Also, a great voriety of j
i -ncy artidet, both pretty and useful, for .ale low'by
B. L BURNETT.
•3*1 Cettcn Art/ruc, Macer, Ga
Jaclpon Female Academy.
rflRE Trustees of ibis institution, take pleasure in
JL informing its patrons, and the friends of Litera
ture generally, that they have secured tbe aervice* of
Mr. Hilt*si Cl.uk and L*dy. (formerly Mrs. A- L.
Hammond.) to take charge of the above Institution for
tbe year 1849.
Tapir manner of instruction, we consider very supe
rior, and having visited moat of the popular Feipale
Institutions at the North during tint past summer and
present Fall, will be prepared to gire additional inter
est to the School. We feel confident that those who
may patronize die School, will be imply compensated
in having the minds of their daughters aud wards, am
ply stored with uaeful knowledge.
Our building ia large and commodious, our Vdl*5 e
decidedly healthy and the moral influence aalutaty.
We trust our Female Istitution ere long, will be
reckoned second to none in the State.
Board can be had. in good familiea, in the Village
on reasonable terms.
PRICES OF TUITION.
Primary branches, including, spelling, reading,
writing.P.Pariey’sGeograpbyandnidimenU
of Arithmetic—scholastic year of 44 weeks.. $16 00
Common branches, including grimmer, arithme
tic and composition MOO
High English brandies 30 00
French Language, - J® {*?
Drawing and Painting watereolora. 0 00
Transparent Oil do. materials furnished,-prqr. 8 00
Wax Flowers, “ " .. . " . 5 «0
The School will commence on tbe third Monday tu
January next. The examination will take place at
the end of the third quarter. •
WM. R- BANKSTON.
Secretary to the Board of Trustees.
Jackson, Butts Co., Oct. 17, H48.
oct44 10 18t
in any Jail so that I get him again. Any information
respecting aaid boy, wiil be thankfully received, and
can be addressed to tbe undersigned at Busbyville, P.
O. Houston county, Ga. JACOB W. BASON-
jan 17 22
Ilciul Ouarters. Georgia,
MILLRDGEVILLE. Nov. 29tb, 1848.
T O tie Colonel* nr Commandants of Regiments
comprising the 5th Division, Georgia Militia-
Whereas, a vacaosy has occurred in the 5th Divis
ion, Georgia Militia. Cy the resignation of Major Gen
eral John W. Barney,
Now, i« order that said vacancy may be filled, and
in pursuance of law, I have thought proper to issue
thi*my Proclamation, hereby ordering you the said
Colonel* or Commandants of Rcgiraents. to caoso an
election to be held on Tuesday the 6th day of Febru
ary next, at the several places of holding elections for
motflhersof the General Assembly, giving due notice
thereof fur the election of a Major General, to fill the
vacancy aforeiaid. And I do further order that the re
turns (jj said elect!:hi le made to Head anarters in
the time prescribed by tew.
JOHN T. SMITH. Aid dc Camp.
hjp“The Division is composed of the counties of
Butts, Fayeue. Henry, Jasper and Jones,
dec 5 16 ~ 101 .
=T5
Boxes croc's.
SOT 31
cd Halibut. Fcrjaleby
J. SEYMOUR.
Stoves, Tin-ware, Household Ar
ticles and Hardware.
W M. H. BRAY ft CO. having removed to the
(tore formerly Occupied by Pibsls ft Bray,
would invite tho attention of their customers and the
public generally, to tbeir new and extensive stock,
consisting of Cookinc; Stoves of tho most approved
patterns, also Air-Tight, Parlor and Box Stoves of
evety description, Hollow-ware, brass Kettles, Japan
ned ware. Lamps. Britannia and planished Ware,
tinned and entmelletLiauce Pans and preserve Ket
tles. a general assortment of Hardware, Carpenter’*
Tools, Building Materials, table and pocket Cutlery,
Brass Andirons. Fire Dogs, shovels and tongs, water,
waffle and smoothing Irons, wire Fepdcrs, Tea Trays
and Watters, bell trimmings. Gridirons, feather and
hair dusters, all kinds wooden ware, bird cages.—
House keeper! are particularly invited to give us a
call.
Tbe aabicribers are also extensively engaged in the
manufactory of Tin Ware, where they are prepared
to sell at wholesale or retail, cheaper than any other
establishment iu tbe State. We are also prepared to
do all kinds of Copper work. Biasing and Factory
work of everv description, also particular attention
paid to Roofing and setting Gutters and Conductors
to boildings. whether in the city or country. Mr. Mo-
Elroy will give bis whole attention to the manufac
turing part of the business, and will see that all work
thatcomee under bit earo is execotcn with neatness
and at ffie shortest notice. Wholesale dealers in Tin
Ware will do well to give os a call before purchasing
elsewhere, as we have determined to suit the prices
of our goods to the present low prices of Cotton.
WILLIAM H. BRAY.
WILLIAM J. McELROY,
Cotton Avenno. opposUe Mix ft Rutland's shop store,
Jan 9 21—tm
P H. Godard ft Co superior old Cognac Brandy and
Harris ft Son’s celebrated Port Wine, a fa w qr.
casks. Just received by T. C. DEMPSEY,
dec 19
C LOTHS and Castitneres— Fine and caper. West
of England and French Cloths and Cassimers of
the best qualities offered in the market. For sale by
nov 21 LOGAN ft ATKINSON.
HIRTS—A fresh supply of fashionable Shirt*, for
sale by J. E. SAULSBURY.
S HOES, Hats, Crockety,Blankets, Backets,Tubs,
and Dry Goods,ftc. At-, on hand and for srle by
oct 31 J. S. RICHARDSON. Cotton Avenge
(gUPERFINE Floor in barrels and sacks. For
sale by
nov SI
J. SEYMOUR.
r(j Bugs Rio and Laguira Coffee. For sale by
t»U J. S. RICHARDSON. Cotton Avenue.
Vests
g UP. blkeaasimere, black satin^ and fancy jilkV«* ts
now opening by
nov 38
J. ft E. SAULSBURY.
Busiatess Coats.
B LANKETS, cusimerc and Tweed*. For sale by
nov 28 J. ft E. SAULSBURY
j fancy
tweed, cars Pants. Black cass Pints Silk Val
encia vests, just received, by J. E. SAULSBURY.
oct 10 8
S ELLING—A lot of Merino, Cashmeres, Brocba
and silk Shawls, at half New York coat,
nov 28 G. W. WOODRUFF,
P ROVISIONS—Bacon, Lard, Meal and Floor,on
hand and for sale by
oct 31 J. S. RICHARDSON, Cotton Avenue.
Paints and Oils.
N UMBER I While Lead; Extra and pure do do
Red Lead, Black do.; Chrome Green, do Yellow;
10x12, 12x14, 13x16, 12x18 Glsss ; Putty. Chalk and
Whiting. Broshe. Linsead Oil. Sperm Off, Elephant.
Oil, Bleached Oil, Train Oil- Turpentine and Vami
shes- Now in Store, and fer sale try >
shea
aept 5
GRAVES. WOOD ft CO.
Blenched and Domestic Goods-
BALES 4-4 and 5-4 Brown Sheeting
esiU 30 do 3-4 fine and heavy Brown Shirtings
£5 do Osnaburn, medium and heavy
3 do Nankin Oznaburps
2 do Shetncket Stripe Drills
5 do Tickings
2 Cases Checks and Plaids
10 do 7-8 4-4, 5-4,and 6-4 Bleached Goods
1 do Bleached Drill*
2 do Brown
Now inStore and forjiaieby ,
aug 29 GRA\ Ea WOOD — CO.
fflorrison’s Universal Medicines,
JpORsaleat THOS. GIBSON’S
(an
Opposite the Floyd House.
O FFERING—A lot of Cashmeres, De Lames, Al-
apacas, Mbrinos, Bombosins and Shallys at vdry
low prices. Q. W. WOODRUFF.
Ale and Cider.
R OBERT JOHNSON’S Albany Cream Ale and
Baker’s celebrated Champagne Cider. A fresh
supply received weekly, and for salo by tho under-
si-"ned agents in Mscon.
nov 21 14—3m GAVAN * MAGURTY.
• Notice.
D RS. STROHECKER ft GILBERT having this
day formed a Copartnership in the practice of
Medicine and Surgery, offer their services to tbe citi
zens ofMacon and vicinity.
C5?*01Bcc at tie Drugstore of J. C. Gilbert ft Co.
jut 9
F
jan IS
JPotn>D,
IRSTsort.
Prigjtjy sad Apothecaries.
Black BarcKcs and Fringes.
CT PIECES Black Bareges. 5 do Silk Warp Alpacca
tJ 5 do do SUk Fringes
Thread Edgings and Laces ; Mnslin Edgings
Queen’s do do do Inserting*
Tapes, Bobbins, Thread, Buttons, «fcc.
Jest received by GRAVES, WOOD ft C6.
ta; 29
J .'(j Bbls Champagne Cider, for ai!e by
dsc!9
T. C. EEMFSEY.
NAVY DEPARTMENT.
Extract of a letter No, 34, Oct. 25, 1848. from
Commodore Jones to the Honorable Secretary of
the Navy.
“Nothing, sir, can ezeeed the deplorable state
of tbiug* ia all Upper California at this time,
growing out of the maddening effects of the gold
mania. X am sorry to say that even iu this squad
ron some of the officers are a little tainted, and
have manifested restlessness under moderate re
strictions imperiously demanded by the exigen
cies or tbe times, as you will perceive by the en
closed paper, addressed to three of the lieuten
ants. I am. however, happy to say that I have
not been disappointed in iho good effects of the
means employed to prevent desertion, and to
maiutain order in the squadron, as but one deser
tion lias taken place since the ruth of eight from
this sjiip on the evening of the 18th inst.; and that
the views and opinions of the few officers who
were skeptical as to the right or efficacy of the
menus employed to prevent offences and to pun
ish crime have undergone a most favorable change,
whereby I shall be enabled to ke’ep on this coast
until tbe whirlwind of anarchy and confusion con
founded is superseded by the establishment of
some legal government potent enough to enforce
tew and to protect life and property, which nt this
time ia in great jeopardy everywhere outside our
bulwarks.”
[No. 35 ]
Flag Ship Ohio, )
Bay of Monterey, Nov. J, 1848. J
Sir: By Lieutenant Lanmati, who left here nn
the 26th tilt., in tbe ship “Izaak Walton,” forlhe
coast of Fern, where lie expected to iutercept tbe
Panama steamers, 1 forwarded several communi
cations acquainting you with my movements up
to that date, which I hope you will receive early,
and that they may prove satisfactory.
Tha enclosed extract from my last letter f{No.
34) will convey the unpleasuut tidings of the ut- .changed to Yankees in California
ter prostration of all tew and order iu our Calilor- _ Navy officers, with the exception of the
nia possessions, brought about by tbe extraordi
nary developments of gold iu this vicinity.
The Courier has letters of October 20'b and No
vember 17(h—the tetter from nn officer of the na
vy—from which we make somo extracts, as fol
lows :
Moktikkt. (Cab.) Oct. 20, 1848.
The Pacific squadron has arrived at this place
from Lower California, cent! fig in from day to day,
from the 1th until the 18th inst. Tiie ships now
here are the Ohio, Dale, Warren, Lexington, nod
Southampton. Tho St. Marys is expected hourly
from the United States.
The New Ilork volunteers have been mustered
out of service, and many of them are at the pla
cer.
Here, nt San Francisco, and in fact throughout
ail Upper California, gold, gold, gold, is the cry
Fortunes nre made, squandered und recaptured.
Every bedy is goiug to the placer, is there, or has
been there. Even tbe Governor could not resist
rnuking another visit to that region, aud he has now
removed his headquarters thither. Desertions from
the fort and ships, of course, occur frequently, and
the master of 11 merchantman now in port offers
one hundred dollars a month for seutr.eii to curry
his ship to Callao, but has been unable to ship any
even ut that price. Between 2b and 3(1 ships ate
lying at San Francisco, without the slightest pros
pect of obtaining crews.
Commodore, Jones, with a numerous suite, was
to take his departure for the miuesyesterday. The
object of his visit it is impossible to. imagine.—
however, in consequence of the numerous deser
tions iu the squadron, he seat a party, but remain
ed here himself.
You can form no conception of the state of af
fairs here. I do believe, in my soul, every boty
has run mad—stark, staring mod. Officers of the
army have so far forgotten their dienity us to com
mence a system of speculation. Upon the road to j
the placer, wagons, with the braud U. 8. upon
them, may be seen travelling at a brisk rate, and
surrounded by parties of gentlemen iu high spir
its, mounted on fine horses und strong mules. 6otue
of which are also branded us above, all taking a
northw aid course. In these wagouaare—visible—
saddle-bags, and pots, Letlles, ami other camp
equipage; hat if one conhl hove a close examina
tion, he would find, nicely stowed away under
neath all these, goods ior barter.- What I tell you
is the truth, aud you need not be surprised at nil
tins, lor, as I before said, every body Is mad. Talk
of March hares—nonsense—the similitude must be
I have the honor to be ytrar obedient servant,
.THOS AP C. JONES.
Commander-iu-Chief L. S. naval forces,
Pacific Ocean.
Hon, J oh tv Y. Mason,
Secretary oi tho Navy.
[No, 36 ] Flag Ship Ohio, )
Bay of Monterey, Nov. 2, 1848- )
Sir: In my letter No. 21." from La l’az, 1 re
commended tbe retention ou the coast of all cruis-
iug ships of the specific squadron, and pointed out
how they could be kept iu repair and mnmied
without returning round Cape Horn to tbe Atlan
tic States. When that recommendation was made,
1 bad uo conception of the state of things in Upper
California. For tfae present, and I fear for years
to come, it will be impossible for the United
States to maintain auy naval or military establish
ment in California; as at present no hope of re
ward nor fear of punisbmeut ia sufficient to make
binding any contract betweeu mau aud ttifhi up
on tbe soil of California. To send troops out hero
would be needless, for they would immedtately
desert, To efoiw w'Jjat chance there is for appre
hending deserters, I encluso bu advertisement
which has been widely circulated for a fortnight,
hut v/ilbout bringing iu u siugie deserter. Among
the deserters from llje squadron are some of the
best petty officers and seamen, having but a few
months to serve, aud large balances due them,
amounting iu tbe aggregate to over ten thousand
dollars.
* % # . * • *
There is a great deficiency of coin in the conn-
try, and especially in the mines; the traders, by
taking advautage of the pressing necessity of tiie
digger, not unfreqnently compelling him to sell
his onuce of good gold for a silver dollar; and it
has beeu brought under like circumstances, for
fifty cents, of Indians. To this state of depen
dence laboring miners are now subjected, und
must ho uutil coin is more abundant. Disease—
congestive and iulerinitteut fever—is making great
havoc aiming the diggers, as they ure almost des
titute of fowl and raiment, at,J, for the most part,
without houses of any kind to protect thorn iiom
the inclement season now nt bund,
The commerce of this cuast may be said to be
cot off by Uesertjoo. N» suoner does a merchant
ship arrive in any of the ports of California, than
all hands leave her: in some instances captain,
reel and all. A: this m-naent, thufp are b‘.;uai-
choaen
ban 1 spoken of above, are obliged to look on at
all this from their floating prisous. and no ship will
leave tho coast until tho return of this party from
the arduous aervice upon which they are now en
gaged. Meanwhile meu sre deserting, anti officers
threatened with courts martial, for allowing what
it is utterly impossible to prevent, viz—poo/ sail
ors and marines to be as much excited and carried
away as the two chief functionaries out here, and
most of their subordinates. It can hardly bo ex
ited that a man will work for ten or twelve dol-
Wagbners charge $50 to $100 per load, 20 to 5Q
tiiiiea on goorj roads. Corn, Ixarty, peas, aud beans
$10 a bushel. Common pistols any price, powder
anti lead very dear.
• I know a physicia who, in San Francisco, pur
chased a common made gold washer at 20 or $80,
made of 70 or 80 feet of boards. At a great ex
pense he boated it np to the first lauding on the
Sacrameuto, und (here met a wagoner bound to
one of the diggings with an empty wagon, distant
about 50 miles. The wagoner' would uot lake up
tho machine under $100. Tho doctor had to con
sent, and (tide his time. June passed over rich
in gold; all on the creek did wonders, when tho
wagoner fell eick, called on his friend the doctor,
whose tent was in sight; the doctor came, but
would not administer the first dose under the old
-tint of $100, wl)icn was agreed to, under a provi-*
so that the following dose should be furnished more
moderate. When n Iran’s time is worth $100 per
dry tu use a spade and tin pan, neither doctors or
: wagoners cau think rniicli of a pound of gold, aud
you mav suppose merchants, traders and pedlers
a-e uot slow to make their fortunes in these gol
den times. * * « *
“Col. Stevenson’s regiment is disbanded; 99
out of nu hundred of-whom have also gone‘pros
pecting-’ including tbe Colonel, who arrived iu
Monterey last month from his la.l post, and was
met by h:- rnen ut the edge of tho town to escort
and cheer him iuto town. The Captains, See. have
bought up country carts and oxen, turned drivers,
and gone to tho placer. Our worthy Governor.
C.douelof 1st Dragoons, &c., haviug pleuly of’
carts, wagons, borres and mules, witji n few regu
lars left, lias ul.o gone. Commodore Joues, late
ly arrived in Monterey, supposed it to be the ca
pital, heudquarters, v Vc., lint found net even :ha
Governor kit! Where headquarters-is, may bo
uncertain—whether iu Monterey, Sutter’s Fort, or
in a four mule wagon, travelling over the gold re
gion.”
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late
From tic Mobile Register ilith iust-
III5T0RT CoRRicriD.—Among the guests at the
Bar dinner ou Saturday night, was Col. Braxton
Bragg, whose set vices on the field of Buena Vista,
aud in other Mexican battles, b .vs won him so
much renown. On being toasted, the Col. mado a
neat reply, in which he touk occasion to speak mod
estly Ol his own individual claims, and eulogized
iu the highest terms, the materials of the army, >ho
tauk and file, by whom our battles are won, for
which tiu-ir lenders carry off’ so exclusively tho
whole of tiie glory.
In the course of these remarks, Ool. Bragg cor
rected the popular story, w’hicli associated his
U'tmesomuch with the political campaign of last
summer, during which he figured iu so many pic
tures with a scroll, upon which was painted tho
celebrated order said to have been given- him by
Gen. Tuylor at Buena Vista—“A little more grape,
Capt, Bragg.” Tbe Col. stated this is a luncy sketch
altogether—uo such occurrence took place on the
Ce d of buttle, and the first be heard of this Is mens
order, was by uewspapers from the United States.
He added, that many events, and ranch reputa-
n month, when a certain fortune is ..latest | ItoO.fsthey exist it. the popular mind here had
within his grasp.
The Lexington (store-ship) will leave here in n
few days for San Francisco, to take in gold, (ouly
think of that.’) whence she will proceed to the
Sandwich Islands, anil from there to the United
States via Valparaiso and Uio Janeiro. Wlmt is
tho destination of the rest jif the squadron the
hind-lubbers have tint learned, lint I heard a ru- I e---—-~.~-.-~j -yy. ^ -000000,,-
mor that another ship wnnM sail for home ou the j g er, , r ?“ ! ho “°‘, b,t “ ja 01 . G-uera.’s or from any
first of January, taking the route of tho Lexiug- ! combination ol the army, in favor 01 t.10 advuuce-
top. I have nlso umieifotowl that tbe Commodore n ? c :J t °^ au y | jjtolency or to supreme
bones to obtain permission to return homo iu the ! c J v ‘l power. Ho uistunced Iho iuto 1 resideulial
Ohio, by way uf the East Indies. This ia all, pro. ! "J 01 *’ “ 'y h ! cU ,h * ar, “7 w “ ne * rl Y di
vided crews be Jeff for tf»o ships. ! to ,bel ^ P le ”'lecttoo*, between the coro-
* ■ minding general and a civ.llmn, and thgt on party
no other origin than this same iuventive faculty of
tho press and its correspondents.
We arc uot repeating Col. Bragg's speech, only
referring to its substance, and we mii.t add, that
ho touk tiie opportunity of showing the absur
dity nf the clamor, raised in this country about
the danger to oar republic from u standing army.—
He gave some good reasons why there was no dan-
U, S. ship Dali, )
At anchor off San Joseph, >
Lower California. Nov. 17, 1848. )
Onr stny at Mopterey wus short, but I remained
grounds; and added, ns proof uf the distinction
observed in the army between military and civil
affairs, that General Soott, whom ho described ia
warm terms as a military commander of the inch-
V/ tl 1 ovriy salt iTitit'SvtL v us tics ailtlt t, t/tl. A I vUi*i<lluU I * I 1 I , , r. v
there sufficiently long to get all the news. Upper j f, st had no popqianty as u candidate for the
California is, at the present time, in an extraordiu ! 1 resiliency, while three fourths of the army would
arv state of excitement, and every body is making *'”*£>*» bet,,l .° al ‘ Iuoa el - u . »** he*d a great
u fortune “baud over fist,” as the siilors say. j Wb aty enterprise. .
More than five thousand persons are said to been- i These remarks were heard with attention and
gaged digging at this time, nod they daily receive j we gallant speaker warmly upplau<t«l,
large accessions of numbers. Every thing in tbe - 1 * 1 n 'ster period in tho evening. Colonel Bragg
shupe of goods and provisions cnttimtnds the high- w* 1 ’ ogam ca.ied forth as we are foul, and f a '°
est prices at the miues, payable in gold, which bus ! »” me . Ver y inforestiug details of the campaign m
beeu Bold at tbe mines for five dollars per ounce, ; Mexictf purtictmirly ot the battle ol f.tuxa . tola.
troy weight, and iu some cases for eveu less. At j ’ "
San Francisco andMonterey it sells for hum ten to | O’Brisn. Mkaoheu, &c.—Private letters just
twelve dollars f
time before c
with two!*
tsco andMonterey it sells lor Ironi ten to | O Bares, Mkaoheu. arc.—private letters just
liters iu trade. A vessel sailed tt short I received froindreland. state tbot Smith O’Brien,
re onr arrival at Monterey for MaZfttfan, I Meagher, McMcausatnl O’Dounbne, and the ntber
ve hundred pound< of this gold, which I > political prisoners in Richmond prison, are tu eX-
mr arrival here sold for $L6 per ounce, cedent health and spirits, per.-ally resigned to
is weight, canthitv. aud ready for any late that may await
found on oar arrival here Bold for $16 peronnee,
avoirdupois weight.
Tho gentleman who owttes this gold came out
to this country in J.iuuary, 1817, in one of tho store
thins chartered iff Boston tu bring out provisions
for tbe squadruu. He brought out with bho be
tween four und five thousand dollars worth of
goods, which he bought at auction fora venture.
Ha located in Sutt !• rau :i.-cc er. 1; t August of tha
same year hr to!_j utt that, with the goods bs
ceUent health-'foil *P
captivity, und ready fo
them. The four geutlemeu in m i
tier oa Christinas day to their fel
or i'ofirti-s.. y ' -It; me . i:
el mi drili-.-d—or rather ttyi.it:
test!'tiles h ivo not bee i ir-d i
Journal, or the other fo.-br i: tbb
Irish metropolis, but may hi po
passed off with “uansual hilarity.
e.l to
await
gave a din-
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