Pittston Gazette

              JOB PRINTING and ruling- ■ - I ety of Jebbing Mater,*1 "it, " ,&rpt vsr TaylorSieam IVosn. two smalu'i-*"* rg° u»d two Hand iwT th«!'* t *" » rorU .,f,.w, v kind. l" oUe surpassed even ln our cafes, ftnd'atToV T*:miS OF PUBLICATION sht it OT rsdai v. Te •s.-,one month orless, I- rates year, $1 Particular attention paid to the p„atinE of u te*», Pamphlets, Circular*, Show - Bin/ I ., ?"' Notes, Orders, Hand-Bills, BUI-Head,/ TickstV CarJs,*c. ' Ill'V. » litee mos., $10 olumn. one mo., $10; three mos.,$l8 e year, $20 x mont „s, t-i; one year.$35 Ruled ind Bound Work of all kinds done to otj„ in the neatest and best manner, and printed t order. half Coluitin, one 1110., $18; three mos., $30 s, $30; ione year, $70 mi, ope month, $30; three months, $40 DEVOTED TO THE COAL INTERESTS, POLITICS, NEWS, LITERATURE, AGRICULTURE, AND GENERAL INTELLIGENCE. A full line of Justices'and Constables'Blanks tr her with License Applications and Bonds, Notes Deeds, Contracts, Time and Pay Rolls, fce k' on hand. ' * $70; one year, $120, WHOLE NO.- 981. n,liters' and Administrators' Notices, $3 each. All nmimicatious of limited or individual interest, ents per line; Notices of Marriages and Deaths, PITTSTON, PA., THURSDAY, JANUARY 14, 1869. VOL. XIX.—NO. 45. ■s accompanying the same, 20 ots. per line framed the law of 1834, the foundation of our admirable school system. The first named of these gentlemen has passed away, but then his youthful colleagues still live to»enjoy the lasting honors in which their fellow citizens hold their services in tha csuse of education. Hon. James Thompson now adorns our supreme bench, and Hon. Wilmer Worthington is the Speaker of the Senate of Pennsylvania. The change form the "pauper" system—as it was called—to one of general education impressed many with the belief that the additional burdens of taxation consequent on such a change would prove too, onerous, and a furious opposition to the law of 1834 arose in some parts of the State. In 1S35 this feoling had gained such strength that there was danger that the law would be repealed, in obedience to the popular clamor. But this noble act had a noble refuge. Governor Wolf had determined to veto any legislation which attempted its repeal.— When the contest came Thaddeus Stevens defended the school law with great power, and the repealing act was defeated by a large majority. To the honor of Mr. Stevens it must be remembered that this popular outcry against the school law gave him the .opportunity to gain a singal advantage over his political opponents, but he scorned to use it for such a purpose. The time gained for reflection by the deleat of the repealing act aaved our common school system from annihilation. The general sentiment now retrains opposition to this institution, and the advanced aqd steadily advancing intelligence of our people stands as the monument to the wise framers of the law of 1834 and its able defender. forgotten, that the strongest virtue consists in successfully battling against ever present temptation, and that those who oveywme are more to be honored than those who lack the inclination to go aBtry. We have forgotten the bravery of the Gascon, and only use name now to describe a braggart. A mere reference to the fact proves the injustice; and the same injustice will Jbe perpetuated if vre remember only the caustic sarcasms of the dead statesman, and forget his life long lova and devotion to a down-trodden raco. WHOLESALE GROCERS. WINES AND LIQUORS. BOOTS AND SHOES. DRY GOODS AND GROCERIES. [Published by Request] PITTSTON ZOUAVES. ATTORNEYS AT LAW. gOOTS AND SHOES! JJECONSTRUCTIONI / 1 S. STARK, KJ. ATTORNEY AT LAW, riTTSTON, PENN'A. Bounty, Back Payt Pensions, and other Government Geo. w. brainerd & co., grocers. GB. SMITH, . IMPORTER OPBRANDIES, WINES, GINS, 4c., Ac., 191 West St., one Door above Duane St., NEW YORK. Come you Pittstoniana OI list while I sing. My words in a rhyme in time 1 will bring I will sing you a lay on a subject that's new, Concerning our Soldiers called "Pittston Zou Zous." 103 Murray, near West Street, NEW YORK; j mark McDonnell » a. J, ■■« Would respectfully Mi II I inform the public that | U 1 he has opened at his % I new Boot and Shoe store, an entirely new ybjJ and handsome variety BL LADIES', MISSES' A CHILDREN'S SHOES of every description, style and quality, with an entire assortment of everything in tne boot and shoe line, from the dainty slipper to the strong lumbering boot. I wish to say to farmers particularly, who wish to buy NEW GOODS, FLENTY OF THEM! Claims Collected. second door above Express Office. jfGIO.W. BRiliflED. -! DAVID BSUD»K, (.IlISHA W.BAXTM Mar. 7,1861 S41yl Office Aug. 10, '0. Notwithstanding the excessive heat, it la thought a matter of vital importance that the Public should be apprised of the Jh may they in 8plendor and beauty exceed, Obey our law givers when in time of need, jive aid to our country—forever prove true, Unite with true friendship our " Pittston Zou Zous." T A. WISNER, , No. 92 Front Street FISH AND OYSTERS. DL. O'NML, . Attorney at law. PASSPORT PENSION* AND CLAIM AGENT, JOHN McKENNA, GENERAL PRODUCE, FISH AND OYSTER COMMISSION MERCHANT,*5 South Water, and 303 Soutli Front St., PHILADELPHIA. For reference see J. S. Hurlbut, Pittston, Pa. | Sept. 12, '67-Cm. GREAT BARGAINS NEW YORK, Success to the Captain who cow has command, May he prove faithful to this gallant Band, Be a good Chieftain—as a guardian be true, Stand to his colors and the " Pittston Zou Zous." WILKES-BARRE, PA BONNELL 4 ADAMS WHOLESALE OROCIRS. Now awaiting all who have cash to buy with Mr. President, I move the adoption of the following resolutions; June 25,'OS—ly Resolved, That the Senate has received, with profound sensibility, the announcement of the death of Hon. Thaddeus Stevens, late a member of the House of Representative from tha State of Pennsylvania. C. S. VRIGHT. D- c• HARRIXGTOK, WIUGIIT & HARRINGTON, attorneys at law, HOTELS. No. 30i CHARLES L. AT WATER'S JOHN McDOUGALL'S HOTEL! BINGIIAMTON BOOTS, that I keep a full supply of the best make always on hand, and the Whon duty shall bind him his sword to unshicld, Triumphantly stand OI never to yield, As a regent to lead them the Boys of sky blue. In allegiance forever to Pittston Zou Zous." WILKES- BA.RRE, PA WEST PITTSTON, FA. Office on Main St., above Z. Bennett's Store. Will practice in Courts of Luzerne County and Mayor's Courts of Carbondale. ■tfain Street, Opposite Odd Fellows' Ilall, PITTSTON, PA. Beverages of all kiuds of the best quality. Ample accommodation for the public. Also a choice assortment of confectioneries, by MK9. McDOUltAlD, July 5,1866. r. R. BAIRD FR. BAIRD & CO., • Packers and Dealers in CAN, TUB, SPICED AND SHELL OYSTERS, b. r. cooLBAcaa. CHEAPEST'IN TOWN —COME AND SEE FOR YOURSELVES. He has just returne'd from New York and Philadel phia with a large stock of Th»se dual Lieutenants through life have success Resolved, That front a sincere desire of show, ing every mark of respect for the memory of Hon. Thrddeus Stevens, the members and officers of the Senate will go into mourning by the usual mode of wearing crape on the left arm. Consultations in German and English D. C. Harrington, Notary Public. Feb. 4. 1S64. Being a practical shoemaker myself, and employing none but May they in glory their foes ever repress. Sic Semper Tyrannut who trampled the hues Or assault these bold Soldiers our "Pittston Zou Zous." No. 333 South Front Street, PHILADELPHIA. DRY GOODS AND GROCERIES, THE BEST OF WORKMEN, I can warrant entire satisfaction in the CUSTOM DEPARTMENT to all who wish a complete fit, and will favor me with their patronage. MARK MCDONNELL. PHYSICIANS ■yyHITE HORSE HOTEL, By special arrangement!) with the Express Companies and Kailroails, those who order may rely on a constant supply and prompt delivery. We beg a continuation of the favors of our old friends and customers, and solicit the orders of deal? ers generally, promising every satisfaction in our power to give. Send in your orders. Jan.S- F. R. BAIRD4C0. BOOTS AND SHOES, HATS AND CAPS, Combine in the conflict and traitors to feel, Warriors, companions of glittering steel, Pensive to poltroons and tyrants to rue And constant companion of our "PilUtonZouZout." Resolved, That as a further mark of respect for ihe memory of Mr. Stevens, the Senate do now McALARNEY, MARKET STREET, WILKES-BARRE, PA jQU. W. M L. B. PERRIN, Pbopriitor. PARTICULAR ATTENTION PAID TO RE- CROCKERY AND GLASS-WARE, adjourn. ECLECTIC PHYSICIAN, tar Good Stabling attached. Oct. 23, '68, PAIRING. Call before purchasing, and remember the right place. Good Standard Prints, " " Bleached Muslins, " " Brown do. When they are marching—Parading the streets, Our Gents and young Ladies with smile they will [.Prom the New York Tribune.J PHASES OF NEW YORK LIFE. Offers his professional services to the citizens o West Pittston ahd vicinity. Special attention giTen to chronic diseases. Otlice with Dr. It. Thayer, Luierrie House. Nov. 26,—!nD* A MERICAN HOTEL, J\ MAUCH CHUNK, PA. MILLINERY. Jenkins' Block, opposite Battle's Brick Building. Main St, Pittston, Pa, [Jan. 16,'68 Give them Boqnets of Violets Blue, Adorn the silk Banner of the " Pittston Zou Zous." greet, ROBERT ILOTX. April 2, 1868. JOB* W. BBED "YTEW MILLINERY AND XI STORE. TH» Chikbsb. FANCY WATCHES, CLOCKS, &c. All at the lowest Figures ( In honot our Banner that waves in the breese Emblem of beauty on land and the seas Oh may our young Soldiers protect it always There i* scarcely a nationality in the world that has not its representatives in the city of New York. Butof all the various peoples congregated in this city there is perhaps none that presents so curious a study of human nature as the Chinaman. There is scarcely a feature of Chinese life, history, and character, that is not only highly peculiar but highly interestiag.— They are one of the most ancient nations of the earth; They had arrived at a state of civiliaation long before the rest of the world. Their religion and their history extends back for thousands of years; tbey had arta and sciences before some of the great nations of the world were even called into existence. As a people the Chinese display the greatest activity, energy, and intelligence. There is not a quarter of the globe, there is scarcely a large in any civilized country, where they are not to be found and wherever they are found |they are snje to be among the most pusing, pressing members of the community. ■ „ JJR. P. J. O'M ALLEY, ST CHARLES HOTEL, WATCH AND CHOICE GROCERIES AND FAMILY Late Resident Surgeon and Physician of St. Vincents Hospital, NEW YORK. Penn Avenue, SCRANTON, PA Adjoining D. lamb's Boot and Shoe Store. MRS. D. LAMB, having recently opened a desirable stock of Millinery and Fancy boods, invites the attention of the ladies to the name. Her stock comprisesSUPPLIES, Office—Main street, opposite Battle's brick build lng, Pittston, Pa. Aug. 20, '68—3m.* CHAS. H. BRAINARD, Prop'r. JEWELRY ST0RE1 fa luster to wave with the '• Pitiston ZoU Zous." The closest attention will be bestowed upon Ml guests, and their comfort will be the chief tiin of tin Proprietor. Scranton, May 2,1887—tT  Consisting of Be true to the law protect our land And hare the free union forerer to stand And liberty, let it be always in view With the comrads of freedom called "Pittstoa Zou Zous." The importance of our public improvements was discussed and established in the latter part of the last and the system was inaugurated early in tha present century. Its active and successful advocate in the Legislature was William Lehman, of Philadelphia, who entered in the Legislature in 1818. Active operations were begun in 1826, and' continued under the able direction of Governor Shults, John Sargent, William Darlington, David Scott, Joseph Mcllwaine, Daniel Montgomery, Abner Leacock, James Clark, Jonathan Kuight, *Chas. Mowry and Francis R. Shunk, during the twelve years of the administration of Governors Shultzand Wolf. The works were in full operation in 1835, and in 1838 Thaddeus Stevens was appointed canal commissioner by Governor Bitaer. His success was not equal to his abilities. During his administration of this office additional works were undertaken, but they proved failures.— Variooscauses combined to prevent his success. Intense opposition always confronted him, and an impatience of details operated against him in everything of a business character, except in his profession, where he was consummate in his preparation and use of every means of victory.DR. WASHINGTON G. NUGENT, PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON, BONNETS, RIBBONS. HATS, FLOWERS, Feathers, Laces, Hoods, Silks, Velvets, Doll Hats Hats for children, and a variety of other goods, all of which will be sold at reasonable rates. Millinery work of all kinds executed in the best and most approved manner Please call and examine our stock. JAMES SEARLE, FLOUR—(the very best Brands,) Next Door to the Post Office, CORNER OF MAIN AND WILLIAM 8T9. Pttston nnd vicinity, 4S~ office 2d door north of the Bank M«y 14,1866. tf Difershis professional services to the citiiensof CENTRAL HOTEL, UP#ER PITTSTON. COFFEES, SUGARS, HAMS, J. 8. HINDS, Prop'r, Pitts ton{ Oct. 18.1866.-tf PITTSTON, PA. And have the free Banner to wave up above. And unite together as you were in love, And let bad feelings be always from you As Boys for the union called " Pittston Zou Zous.'' The House ha9 been thoroughly renovated and much improved, and the proprietor feels assured that he can make his guests comfortable in every way. His table will be supplied with the best of provinder and his bar with the chocest 6t liquors. The patronage of the public is restfully solicited. Pittston, June®,'67-y Has for sale a large and splendid assortment of WATCHES, CLOCKS, JEWELRY, SPECTACLES, FANCY GOODS, PORK, DRIED MEATS, Ac., WOOD & WILLOW WARE DR. JOHN C. BECKER, PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON, jyjILLINERY NEW STOCK. (PORMERLY OP TCXKBAXNOTK.) Office opposite the First National Bank, MRS. MARY J. SMITH, POCKET CUTLERY, in short, we keep the very best articles, sell at living rates, and have everything that can be found in A FIRST CLASS So now you Pittstonians I'll end my few lines In hopes for protection in future of times Our Soldiers parading spectators to view Gase at the beauty of the " Pittston Zou Zous." GOMERIAN. PITTSTON, PA. Office hours—from 8 to 10 a. m.., and 1 to 2 p. m. Evening, 6 to 8. Pittston. March 1, 1806.—tf Has the pleasure of inviting her customers and the SILVER AND PLATED WARE, RESTAURANTS. ladles in general to a And a variety of articles usually kept in that line of trade. DRY GOODS & GROCERY STORE! YyHYTE'S, NEW AND FASHIONABLE I have selected my goods from the best manufacturers and dealers in the country, aid have taken special pains to procure the latest styles. Am also Agent for MORTON'S CELEBRATED GOLD PEN. Watch, Clock, and Jewelry repairing done promptly by the hest of practical workmen. PittBton, Pa., Jan;, 14,1869. DENTISTS. Goods delivered within a radius of ten miles. CS. BECK, M.D.—DENTIST „ , . late of PHILADELPHIA.— Office,—Two doors above his former residence, East side of Main St., above the Wilkes-Barre, Penn. July 19,1860.—lv. MARKET STREET (opposite the jail) WILKES-BARRE. STOCK OF MILLINERY, Thankful for the liberal patronage of 1887, I solicit the same for 1888, hoping to please all who may favor me with their patronage. Senator Cameron's Panegyric on Thad- dnes Stevens. Fish, Steaks, Chops, Ac. Ac. Old and New Ales, Wines, Liquors and Cigars of the choicest quality. J uly 30 1868—tf. TRIMMINGS, AC., Give me a call and examine my,goods. JAMES SEARLE. Tours Respectfully, We paid a visit the other night to Baxter st., and its immediate neighborhood, the particular locality of New York in which all the Chinese live. We first visited a boarding house for Chinese sailors, where we say a phase of life which we have eertainly never before witnessed.— These Chinese sailors are not able seamen, but are nearly all of them stewards or cooks of the different vessels which arrive here, principally from China or California. Happialy for them, they do not care for Water sit. life, dance-houses, and its bucket shops. They are never to bs found there; they prefer remaining quietly at home in their boarding houses. The house we have alluded to is kept by a Chinaman, whoss wife is a Chinawoman—very well-looking for •n Oriental, and possessing a mass of jet-black hair at the back of her head, sufficient to make half-a-dozen chignons. They received us with the greatest civility ; requested us to be seated, and showed the greatest willingness to give us all the information in their power concerning themselves, their habits and their customs.— Around the room were a series of beds arranged similarto the berths of a ship—one above the other. On many of these,men were lazily reclining, smoking opium. The opium pipe is a somewhat novel thiDg to the American eye. It has a large wooden bowl, pierced with a very fine hole down the center, which is attached to a very thick stem about IS inches long, tha bowl being placed about four inches from the bottom of the stem. There each man lies, with a little lamp and a small tin pot of opium (which has all the appearance of very thick dark molasses of the consistency of putty) by his side. With a piece of steel, something like a large bobkin, the smoker take* up a small quautity of opium, and burning it for a few seconds in the lamp, stuffs it into the small aperture in the pipe, and puff* away with an 'airof the most consummate enjoyment. Others were sitting reading at a table in the.center of the-room, using the point of the forefinger as they read upward from the bottom to the top of the page. Some of them had little bogjfg of dialogues, with the Chinese oa one page and English cm the other. Tbey told US that they experience the greatest difficulty is learning to read English, as their own language has to alphabet. Judging from the books th*y showed us, three or lour hierojlyhics, with a couple of lines drawn through them, constitute a word, or in some instances a sentence. Several of them were studying together,and Jheir efforts to prouounoe common English words were very Pittston, May 2, '67 C. L. ATWATER. We furnish our readers with the following able and eloquent panegyric pronounced in the Senate by the Hon. Simon Cameron on the lamented Mr. Stevens, together with tha resolutions of respect introduced and adopted. Mr. Cameron's remarks are Clear,'eloquent and comprehensive, and a fitting tribute to the memorj of the brave old Commoner who now reata quietly in death: mEMPERANCE RESTAURANT. JL JOHN BARNES Has just opened an Eating House in the Somerset Buidtng, first door north of C. W. Freeman's Jewelry Store, east side of Main street, Pittston, where he will be happy to supply the public with refreshments of all kinds. Tea, Coffee. Bread. Cakes, Pies, Ac., of our own baking and warranted good and pure. Meals, hot and cold, served at all hours, in the best manner. lee Cream, Candies, Fruits, and a variety of the beet end most palatable temperance beverages. A share of public patronage is solicited. Apr. 23, '68. JOHN BARNES. Of every description belonging to the trade. This Cor. Wyoming AT#. M Bridge St., Weet Pittston. July 18, 1868. Du J M. BARRETT, DENTIST, stock has been selected with the utmost care and it STOVES AND TINWARE. embraces a variety which cannot fail to please all TIN AND GAS-FITTING JJE W FALL AND WINTER STOCK Office at his residence on Franklin St. opposite the Methodist Church, Wilkes-Barre, Pa., where he mav hereafter be found at all hours. whether they desire a costly or cheap outfit In the article of a Bonnet, xDr other head gear. SHOP! D'. B. inserts Teeth on Gold a»nd Silver plate, Ac., and operates in all the branches of Dental Surgery,in the bestmanner. LACES, RIBBONS, FLOWERS, &C., In the greatest variety and at all prices. Please call AT THE LOWEST PRICES. (Opposite Cooper's Hall,) In referring to the life and public services and character of such a man as Thaddeus Stevens, it is unbecoming to indulge in loose statement and bombastic praise. There is enough of the man to furnish material for a truthful and honorable encomium without claiming for him exclusively honors which mainly belong to his contemporaries. This should be especially avoided in the case of Mr. 8tevens, for no man more thoroughly despied such injustice.— He always resented being dressed in borrowed robes. An observance of these rules would doubtless have prevented injudicious admirers from claiming for Mr. Stevens the paternity of our common school system, and our system of public works. Eulogies ot this character, pronounced on the spur of ihe moment, though inexcusable, aro innocent when compared with the elaborate obituaries, for it is to these last that historians are most apt to refer. And thus the' ungracious task is thrown on some one of correcing errors and mis-statements which should never have been made. A deduction from usual charges sufficient to cover expenses, allowed to persons who come frcru a distance. April 1» 1860.—ly. and examine. M. J. S. MAIN STREET, PITTSTON, PA. G . -B . ROMMEL CtCO., DBATH OF HOB. THADDECS STEVENS. Pittston, Nov. 26,1868. WEST PITTSTON. Mr. M'Pherson, Clerk of the House of Representatives, appeared below the bar and announced that he was directed to communicate to the Senate the resolutions adopted by the House of Representatives on the announcement of the death of Hon. Thaddeus Stevens, late a member of the House from the State of Pennsylvania.BREWERIES. INSURANCE, Have on hand a good assortment of COOKING AND HEATING STOVES, DK M. WILLIAMS, SURGEON DENTIST, MAIN STREET, PITTSTON, PA. Among the many improvements recently introduced in his practice, he regards none of more importance than his method of EXTRACTING TEETH WITHOUT PAIN, which hg is doing successfully everyday, by the use of T\7T0MING INSURANCE CO., Y Y WILKES-BARRE, PENNA. Capital and Surplus, Have just received a large New Stock of DRESS GOODS OF ALL KINDS, Rand, howell & king, [Scocmsom io Smith Bios.,] CELEBRATED XX AND XXXX ALES, UNRIVALED CREAM ALES, Manufactured from THE BEST OF MALT AND HOPS. Families can be supplied with a Pure Healthy and Nutritious bererafte. TinWare, Hollow Ware, Wooden Ware, Sinks, Bath Tubs, Pumps, Ac. Particular attention given to SE A RG ES, ALPACCAS, DELAINES, Ac. PRINTS—AN ENDLESS VARIETY $150,000 GAS-FITTING, AND PLUMBING. DIRECTORS: WM. 8. ROSS, L. D. SHOEMAKER, SAM'L WADHAMS, STEPHEN BOLLES, Jobbing and Tinning of all kinds promptly attended to. Please give us a call. Pittston, May 9, '67. Opera Flannels, Twilled do., of all grades and colors White and Colored Canton Flannels—Denims, The resolutions of the Houie of Representatives wer« road. 0. COLLINS, STEWART PIERCE, G. if. HARDING, CHAS. DORRANCE, CHAS. A. MINER, THOS. FORD, GREEN A McDOUGALL. Cheeks, Stripes—Under Shirts and Drawers, of all kinds, Mr. Cameron. Mr. President, it ii ray sad duty to announce to the Senate the death of that eminent statesman, Thaddeus Stevens, a member of the House of Representatives from Pennsylvania. This great man died at mid-* night on the 11th day of August last, at his residence in this city, during the recess of Con- NITROUS OXIDE GAS XX AND XXXX PORTER, MINERAL WATER, SODA WATER, SARSAPA- JD B M O V A L I SHAWLS, NUBIAS, HOODS AND 8CAKFS, It is perfectly safe and very pleasantto inhale. Its results have been entirely satisfactory in ev- RILLA, Ac. A. MORSE, JOHN REICIIARD. Ladies' and children*' Hosiery of all descriptions— Gents' Wollen Half Hose at 37U cents a pair—Cotton Warp and Cotton Yarn—White, Black Blue and Gray Mixed Wollen Yarn— C. M. W. Hooms with J. W. MILLER, adjoining the Cash Store of Chas. Law & Co. Pittston, May 1st 1864. BOTTLED ALE AND "PORTER. UNION BREWERY, Pittston, Pa. WV. S. ROSS, President, L. D. SHOEMAKER, V. President. R. C. Skith, Secretary, l'HOS. FOR0, Agent, Pitt-ton, Pa. BARRITT'S TIN SHOP! en' instance One Door South of Penn'a Coal Co.'s Office, March 28,'67-tf.] May 10th,'6T. PITTSTON, PA. CASSIMERES, SATINETTS AND JEANS, BERWICK MILLS. Life, fire and accidental INSURANCE AGENCY. Having on hand a tull assortment of STOVES OF ALL KINDS! Boots, Shoes, Hats and Caps—all of the Latest Sty!es gress. MISCELLANEOUS Berwick mills. PETER M. TRAUGII, NOTIONS OF ALL KINDS. Thaddeus Stevens was born on the 4th of April, 1796, at Danville,"in Vermont, where he received his primary education. He afterwords went to Burlington and Dartmouth, where he completed that portion of his education which the schools can confer. After leaving college he followed the American instinct to move westward ; aiW so came to Pennsylvania, residing first at York, afterward removing to Gettysburg, and finally settling at Lancaster. His adopted State received him in a different spirit from that with which many States now receive men of talent, energy and ability; and the veneration in which his public character if held in Pennsylvania ia a fitting rebuke to the stupid bigotry which repels such material. Hll. NOLL, ARCHITECT, 8CRANTON, PA Ofllco In Stark's new Building, opposite Pecn'a. Coal Co.'s Office, PITTSTON, PFNNA. L. A H. C. DEWEY, Agents, Alao, Calls the attention of the public to his facilities » the manufacture of a superior article of Such as Cooking, Heating, Gas Burning and Parlor Stoves, the attention of the Public is respectfully oalled to the fact that ha will sell them as cheap as they can be purchased elsewhere. He keeps on hand a A FULL ASSORTMENT OF FRESH I Vate li s and specifications for Public Buildings and Pri~' 'deuces furnished ou short notice terms very Aai" No. 41G Lackawanna Avenue, third "Sept. 10,1868. FLOUR AND CHOP GROCERIES In 1836 Mr. Steven* was chosen a member of the convention to amend the constitution of Pennsylvania, and here, as everywhere else, he displayed high ability. Under our constitution of 1790, negroes enjoyed the right of suffrage.— The aggressions of the slave influenae demanded that this right should be striken down. The besotted majority in the North were everywhere inclined to yield the point In our conventions this feeling actuated the majority of the members, but Thaddeus Stevens battled with all his might against the outrage. He was overcome. The rights of a portion of our citizens were sacrificed to the prevailing sentiment, and the word "white" was inserted in our Constitution as a condition to the right of suffrage. With characteristic independence Mr. Stevens refused to sign a document containing such an unjust discrimination against peaceable and law-abiding men, and he brave, ly determined to forego the distinction of having hit name go down to posterity on that document. Few young men would have shown the contempt for position which he then exhibited, and fewer can understand that true fame can be found more surely in doing right than in being in conspicuous company. of every description. The above artieles are kept constantly on hand, and will be sold at the most reasonable prices. He also has a WASHINGTON LIFE INSURANCE CO., Always on hand. Coffees, Teas, Molasses, Hams, Corn Starch, Farina, Sago, Tapico, Macaroni, Fish Salt, Flour and Feed. OF 98 BROADWAY, NEW YORK. W. A. BREWER, Jr., Secretary. CYRUS CURTIS, President. J. J. MERRIAM'S STUDIO, At Milleii's Photograph Rooms, LARGE AND EXTENSIVE TANNERY, STOCK OF TIN-WARE, Dessicated Codfish, do. Cocoanut, also Fresh Oranges Lemons, Raisins, Green and Dried Apples. Pure White Wine and Cider Vinegar, BUCKWHAT FLOUR,Ac., Ac. in connection with the Mills, at which he is constant ly engaged in the manufacture of all kinds of Leather. The highest market prices will be paid for Grain and Hides. A continuance of the public patranage is respectfully solicited. P. M. TRAUGH. Berwick, Jan. 9,1868-ly Assets and Cash Capital over $1,000,000 00 All made up by experienced workmen and warranted to give satisfaction. Proportion of Assets to Liabilities among the very highest. Painted in Oil Colors. Alsocouies made fromDaguerre oty pes, Ambrotvpi'.s or Card Pictures any size desired, and Painted in Oil or il'atcr Colon or re-touched teitM India Ink. CABINET AND LIFE-SIZE PORTRAITS The entite profit divided among the Policy holders. Dividend annually and applied on payment of premium.HOLLOW-WiRE! Such as TOTS and KETTLES, TURK'S ISLAND SALT, Dividends once declared nre never forfeited, but may be paid to the policy holder in cash—used in diminution of future premiums or added to the policy at the option of the holder. All policies non-forfeitable after the payment of the second annual premium. New Crop New Orleans Molasses.—Also, A good supply of Glass Ware, Lamps, Chimneys Crockery, Tin Ware, Kerosene Oil, Candles, Potash, and Soap of all kinds, a full assortment of Nails, Spikes, Hoes, Shovels, Forks, Spades, Rakes, and * CARRIAGES, WAGONS, &c. COAL SCUTTLES, also on, Sept. 0,1 SCO.—1 D- CARRIAGE AND WAGON MAKING, AND LANTERNS, KEROSENE LAMPS, KEROSENE OIL, REFLECTOR8, MINER8'LAMPS, "VT cDOUGALL'S lu central AND MUSIC STORE, Opposite Cooper's Hall, BLACKSMITHINQ. FIRE Niagaria ofNew York Cash Capital, International of N. Y. " " Lycoming, Assets, Ji,ooo,ooo'oo 1,000,000 oo J,000,000 00 Shortly after his arrival in York, Mr. Stevens, at the age of twenty-two, began the stndy of law, teaching a school in the meantime to maintain himself while prosecuting his studies. Born and reared in the free mountains of Vermont, where slavery was a tradition merely, and coming to the Maryland border, where its effaeta could be seen in the fence corners, it was natural for a man of Thaddeus Stevens' sturdy and combative nature to detest that institution. It was impossible that he could uphold or quietly tolerate so unjust a system. He became an antislavery man, of course; and it is questionable if so uncompromising a foe to slavery, or an abler one, ever lived in America. He was a powerful defender and a terrible opponent; and it inay be justly said of him that he was more successful in sustaining v in originating measures, more .powerful to overthrow than to build up institutions. BOOK HARD-WARE IN GENERAL. THE Undersigned is now prepared at hi» Shopln West Pittston, to do a general business, iu BLACK3MITHING, and the manufactare of WAGONS, CARRIAGES AND BUGGIES. Having been particular to secure the best of Wagon and Carriage Makers, as weil as Blacksmiths, lie feels no hesitation in assuring the public that the work made at his shop will compare favorably with the best in Northern Pennsylvania. PAINTING AND TBIMMIN6I ACCIDENTAL. And every other article belonging to a firstclass Shop, i Also a good supply of Extracts and Essences. Nothing on our part will be left undone to please and acaommodate all who favor us with their patronage. Please call and examine our stock before purchasing elsewhere. G. B. ROMMEL A Co., Nov. 19, '68.1 West Pittston, Pa. Keeps constantly on hand a good assortment ol Books, Music, and stationery of all kinds. SLATES, TENCILS, PAP F.R SCHOOL BOOKS, BLANK HOOKS, MEMORANDUMS, Ac. The business will receive careful attention and every addition will be promptly made to the stock THE TRAVELER'S INSURANCE CO., OF HAllTFORD, CONN. . $500,000 00 JOBBING Capital Attended to with promptness,and in the best manner. Th« undersigned will undertake to make any kind of work in his line,and in as good and durable a manner as the same can be done bjr any establishment in Luzerne County. Insures against all accidents. Policies written from one day to five years at this office, at low rates of premium, paying ample compensation for total disability and the whole amount insured in case of fatal accident. L. & H. C. I). Feb. 7,1868—ly gTILL LOWER! For this department also, he has a scientific workman of ample experience in the best shops in the state. With the facilities and workmen with which my establshment is now furnished, there is nothing to prevent my being able to produce as neatly ana well-made a wagon of any kind as can be made in Northern Pennsylvania. Those in need of anythiug in my line, are requested to call and give m* a trial, audsatisfaction in every particular will be  JOSEPH KLOTZ. Particular attention paid to FURNACE WORK. Give me a trial. T. S. BARRITT Pitlston, Jan.4,1866. which the wants of the community may call for. patronge of the public is respectfully solicited. Pittsaon, April 18, 18C»7. NOW IS YOUR TIME FOR BARGAINS 1 amusing. MISCELLANEOUS. The undersigned haviug just received anothei large stock of 'Others were playing at cards. Their cards are very quaint. "They are about five inches long and an inch wide, and are gorgeously painted with Chinese genUeneo and ladies, and in the most grotesque costumes and *U*tudes of the first century. Each card has a certain value attached to it. They begip the game by dividing the cards into six little packs, the two players choosing a pack alternately. The first player places a card on the table, bis opponent places one immediately across it, the others are placed at all the points of the compass, in the form of a star, the players scorming the respective value of their cards as they play them. THE NEW HAT STORE. BAKERIES QAMUEL J. BARBER, KEYSTONE MARBLE YARD, DRY GOODS!! Surchased since the last reduction, and being able to o business at small expense, can offer Goods of all kinds for Cash, at prices which all muBt consider low beyond competition. In 1850 Mr. Stevens was elected to Congress. His ardent love of liberty and his inextinguishable hatred of American slavery threw him heedlong into opposition to that institution as determined as it seemed hopeless. The sentiment and conscience of the nation was blunted «nd debauched, and the forlorn hope which Iffcaddeus Stevens then led did not suffer themto hope for a view of the bright and swiltly .coming day whieh his old eyes were permitted te see in its full glory. Failing to secure a renominatiqn, he retired from Congress in 1852, and resumed the practice of the law.— His public career seemed to have closed in the very prime of his vigor. But a {nighty change was at hand. BRANDENBURG'S BAKERY New Ikick, opposite Big Basin, Wast Pittston, May 31,1866 Sculptor, and Dealer in PITTSTON, PA. frUIE STAFF OF LIFE is good Bread, and I X would respectfully inform the citixeni of Pittston and vicinity, that I always keep the genuine article on handforsale, with all kindso New wagon shop. AMOS STROH FOREIGN AND DOMESTIC MARBLE, Tomb Window Caps and Sills. i nAVE this day receied GOOD CALICOES, " DELAINES, BEST MUSLIN, 9 to H Cts 18 to 20 " 12tola " Desires to inform his old customer* and the public In general that lie has fitted up a commodious and convenient shop for the making and painting of After his admission to tha bar ha rose stonily until he reached a leading place ia his profession; and he maintained this conspicuous position until he ceased the active practice of the law. Hi* intellectual grandeur always commanded admiration. He was always-thorough. His eonduct of a case in the petty sessions wag not unlike his management of a great debate on questions affecting the deepest interests of mankind. Without wasting his own force or wear* ing out the patience of his auditory, he went directly to the core of the subject in hand. Never dissipating his thought over a great variety of points, he fastened upon the most important and essential, and pressed these home with resistless vigor, logic, eloquence and wit; and from the time of his entry into public life no man assailed him without danger or conquered him without scars. He retained his mental vigor to the l&Bt, and with his eye undimmed by age he has passed from the scenes of a busy Mtd useful life full of years jjxd of honors. PITTSTON, LUZERNE CO., PA. Opposite the Bank, A full line of GROCERIES AND PROVISIONS! CRACKERS, PIES, CAKES, 4c., Ac. Familiesand Parties supplied with everything in his line, on short notice, and on reasonable WAGONS OF ALL KINDS, opposite the Catholic church, on WILLIAM STREET inPittston. The experience he has had in hie business, and the extent to which hiB work is known in this section, warrants the assurance on his part, that he will have the pleasure of again serving many who have heretofore favored him with their work. He pledges himself to use the best of wood, and to do the painting in the most durable and approved manner The iron work to his wagons is done by Wm. Stroh who is well known as one of the BEST WOKKMEf in this section. The public are invited to call anc tnke a look at cur work, painting shop, and worl shop. Respectfully, .. ai tC*o i# AMP" Passage to and from -L GREAT BRITAIN AND IRELAND, By Steamship and Sailing Packet, by WEEKLT LINES, at Reduced Rates. A CHOICE SELECTION OF terras SUGARS, TEAS, 4c., My establishment is now in my new brick building opposite the big basin, on Main at. FRANK BRANDENBURG. Pittaton, March 1, 1863. purchased at the best Houses in New York and Philadelphia.They are very fond of the game of  though the system on whieh they play their game is very different to ours. They divide the dominoes equally between them, with the foees turned down on the table. Each player draw* ,one of his dominoes, and the one who has the highest number of pips, scores to himself the difference between his dominoe and his oppo* nent's. Most of them were drinking tea in small cups, without milk or sugar, but we saw no signs of spirits or liquor in any shape. Nearly all the inmates of this boarding house could speak English, and talked with considerable intelligence. They were exceedingly pleased at the idea of our visiting them,offered us their opium pipes, which we declined, and their tea, which we accepted; talked Chinese for our amusement (by no means an unmusical language), and the proprietor of the house, who appears to conduct his business in a very quiet, orderly way, begged us to come in and see him again. His charges for boarding, whieh includes a bed, breakfast, and a good meat snpper is $3 per week; and his boarders seem very well contented with the accommodation he gives them. In none of the houses could we see any traces of their peculiar religion. One man, of whom we made some inquiries on this point, laughingly replied that he had left all that at Canton.— • Each nan hangs the letters he receives, which, are perfect works of art, attached to a thin board, en tie walls. They are rather proud of them, as letter-writing is a great undertaking with them. Maey of them are unable to converse with their fellowmen, as the language in noith of China is thoroughly different to thai used in the south. It is not a difference of dialect, but, as they assured us, an absolute difference of meaning attached to the same words. We could not be struck With their quiet, orderly demeanor, and their extreme inoltensiveness of manner, and were altogether much pleased with our visit. TAPSCOTT BR0THER8 * CO., 86 South Street, New York. TEtS, 90,|1.00,fl.50. New bakery. The undersigned would respeptfully anuounce to the public that he has opened Continue to issue Passage Tickets,available for twelve Months, from LONDON, LIVERPOOL, or liUEENSTOWN, and DRAFTS, payable on demand, for any amount from £1 and upwards. MICHAEL W. MORRIS, Agent, I'ittston Pa. SUGARS, 12 to 15 Cts, LADIES' FURS! Ono Hundred Bbls. White Wheat Flour, In 1854 the slaveholders, unsatisfied with anything short of absolute dominion, shocked the lulled conscience of the nation by attacking and destroying what demagogues called the "settlements" of the slavery question, and what ■rise men knew to be but a postponement of an i&eritable trouble. This high handed outrage on the vast majority by a numerically contemptible minority produced a revulsion in our politics, compared with which all others are insignificant. Old parties melted away. Old thoughts gave way to new vigor. The respect- SLbility claimed for the slaveholders was laughed at in the light of their degrading atitude before the astonished country. Their highly extolled honor became a jibe whao compared with their Punic faith. New organizations wrested the legislature from the men w£«,\i$ed it for our disgrace. Old leaders, remember far their courage and audacity, were recalled. In 1858 Thaddeus Stevens returned to Congress, and the foremost men of the now powerful Opposition accepted him as their leader. M«y 21, '68—tf 3 STROH. AN EXTENSIVE BAKERY IN PITTSTON STREET BLACKSMITH SHOP! Mar 12. '88—ly. LARGE STOCK OF MEAL A!?D CHOP, adjoining the Butler House, where he will be prepared at all times to supply families and parties with Bread Biscuit, Cakes and Pies, of all kind, on short notiqe. From an extensive experience in the bakery business they feel no hesitation in saying that he will be able to satisfy all as to the qualify of;Brcad &c,. whioh he offers. A share of patronage is respectfully solicited. L.. ELTERICH. Pittston July 6th, 1865. JHJRS! FURS! FURS I BOOTS AND SHOES, HATS AND CAPS, BY WILLIAM STROH, NEW FALL AND WINTER 8TOCKI of all descriptions The public are respectfully informed that I hold myself in constant readiness at my new and commodious shop, just opposite the Catholic Ohurch, on William-st., in Pittston Borough, to do all kinds of work in the line of BLACKSMITHING, COME ONE AND ALL, AND SAVE JO PER CT. IH YOUR PURCHASES! G. L. PALMER & CO'S NEW STORE WHICH ARE OPEN FOR INSPECTION, Is in Commercial Buildings Pittston, Oct. IT, '6T. JAMES BROWN. HORSE SHOEING, 134 MARKET STREET, WILKES-BARRE, PA. E W FIRM! In 1833 Mr. Stevens vu aiectedio the Legislature of Pennsylvania, and at one* took a prominent part in the deliberations of that body. Hi* most signal service was the defence of our common school system from the attacks of its enemies. A system of public education had been provided for in Fena'a frame of government for the province, by the provisional government framed after the Declaration of Independence, and by the Constitution of 1790. £y virtue of this authority, the provincial council-organized a school in Philadelphia on October 26, 1792. Other schools were instituted as theybecame necessary. P1TTST0N MEAT MARKET. PETER SEIBEL. At the Pittston Meat Market, opposite the Bank, desire to infcrm tne public th»i they are as heretofore supplying their numerous customers with the best of Fresh beef, pork, mutton, lamb, and all oth'er seasonable meats. They are also dealing in HIDES SHEEP" SKINS, and for which they will at all time9 pay the HIGHEST jMARKET PRICES IN CASH. P. S- WAGON IRONING, Where they have just received their Fall and Winter Stock of AND I THINK TOOL SHARPENING, AMD Together with ether varieties of work, both light and heavy, all of which will be promptly and balislaetorily executed. A continuance of Ipatronage respectfully solicited. WILLIAM 8TROH. Pittston, Sept. IT, 1868.—ly. LADIES' AND GENTLEMEN'S FURS, HATS AND CAPS of llie Latest Styles. NEW GOODS 1 I GLOYES & GENT'S FURNISHING GOODS WILL SATISFY ALL Bring Piltst' them alonp. un, Nov. 1,1806—tf. Q S, BLACKMAN, at very Low Rates. BENEDICT A BUMGARDNBR, ROBES of all kinds, siies and prices. You can scarcely fall to find with us just what you want, if it belongs to our class of Goods, Call and examine. Thankful for along and extensive patronago we ieel encouraged to oner better inducements to purchasers than ever before. rjlO AND FROM THE DEPOT! Central Hotel Block, This crime of the slaveholders culminated in a terrible war that ended ia the destruction of the cause which provoked the conflict. During that period of our national trials the history of Mr. Stevens is inextricably inverwoven with the history of his country. Space and propriety alike require that I should leave any elaborate reference to his services during that period to those whom time and freedom from partiality shall enable to do the subject full justice.The undersigned, having pnrchaeed of Mr. Joseph Hileman the Omnibus Line to the depot would respectfully say to the public that he will continue to run to all the trains, and carry passengers and baggage at the same rates. No efl'urts will be.spared to accommodate the public and to iive all entire satisfaction. MASUrACTCKBB Of THAT I SHALL UPPER PITTSTON, _ G. L. PALMER & CO. w ilkes-Barre, Oct. 29th, 1868. Hariqg lust received an extensive New Slock cr HEAVY AND LIGHT WAGONS, In IL782 an effort was made to provide for a comprehensive system of public instruction; but tfc« colonial wars first and the Revolution afterwards frustrated this wise design. But public opinion was never wholly diverted from this scheme. All the Governors of our State under the Constitution, I think, pressed the importance of this great measure on the Legislature, and none with greater force and pertinacity .than Governor's Snyder, Shultz and Wolf, thraoiTnoresentatives of that good and but often neglected German element in the population of Pennsylvania. AND DRY GOODS, SALE STABLEI NOT BE UNDERSOLD. GROCERIES, PROVISIONS, HART PHILLIPS OF ALL KINDS AND STYLES BOOTS A SHOES, L I V E R Y ! At the stand lately occupied by ConnllT A Higglns WOODEN WARE, 4 c., Ac. Good horses and rigs to hire to careful and responsible persons. All orders left at the Eagle Hotel or Butler House will be promptly attend- Having fitted up a commodious shop for wood work and another for painting, he is prepared to take orders for all descriptions ot wagons, and to guarantee that his work will be done well and In season. Having in connection with his wagon department a corps of blacksmiths of long experience, the important part of good Ironing will not be wanting on any of his work /D MAIN STREET, PITTSTON, PA. The subscriber will also open a M. E. WHITE. Together with IRON, NAILS, HARDWARE, A Curious Sbstbsck.—The following curious sentence—"Sato- arepo tenet opera rotas" is not first class Latin, but can be freely translated, "I cease from my work; the sower will wear away his wheel." It has three peculiarities : First, it spells forward and backward tho same; second, the first letters of each word spells tho first word ; third, all the second letters of each word spells the second word; fourth, all of tho third, and go on all through, the fourth and fifth ; then we find that the last letters of each word spell the first word ; the next to tho last of each word spells tho second word, and so on through. J to. Pittston July 3,1S62 H. P, FURNITURE AND UNDERTAKER'S Since the death of Thaddcus Stevens I have been pained to notice the vulgar fury with which his character has been assailed. I had indulged the hope that vituperation had exhausted-itself on him during his long life, but I have beeu mistaken. If malignant and merciless abuse could destroy the usefulness of men the services which Mr. Stevens has rendered to mankind would have been prevented. Men every way his inferiors set themselves up as critics and censors of his private life. The manner in which they have performed thoir selfimpoBod duty, ahyws they never know, or had Establishment, in the Building adjoining Lewis Cohen's Clothing Store, where ho will keep constantly on hand, all kinds of COFFINS AND CASKETS, which he will furnish at the shortest notice and most reasonable terms. A Large Assortment of FURNITURE. of the best manufacture, which all are respectfully invited to call and examine before purchasing elsewhere. Pittston, Nov. 16,1868. PtUatrm. Nor. 2Mb, 18S8. I7AGLE FOHGE AND RAILROAD lli SPIKE WOKKS. WILLIAM HUNT A SONS, rpEAMING,—The undersigned, having J- locateiiln West Pittston, on the Property formerly owned unit occupied by Charles A. IiaTis, on Luzerne Avenue, will attend to all demands for teaming sc., at reasonable rales. and Indeed everything known to the wants of the The painting and trimming will by done In the best manner and on reaeoable terms. price for cash, In many articles they c:in offer lnduc»- community, they will sell every article at the low«.»t meiits in priee rarely to be, found. The public are in- Until the year 1834 our public schools suffered from a radical defect. They only provided for the education of the poor gratia. The advancing intelligence of the age demanded a more enlightened policy. A committee of tho two Houses of our Legislature, containing, among others, Dr. Samuel Breck, James Thompson and Wilm«r W«rthington, of We»t Chester, PITTSTON, PA Pittston, July 9,1866, C. S.BLACKHAN. William Street. viled to call and examine our stock. Manufacturers of Locomotive Frames, Crank Axles, ar Vxles, Pistofl Rods, Paddle Shafts, and all kinds f Marine Work, Heavy and Light Shafting, Tire Iron, Cid every description of Hammered Iron, Railway pikes. Bolts and Nuts of all sizes,'in large or small Imntities, always On hand. Blacksmiths' Work of ,'ery description promptly dont*. Cash paiU tor WrQMgUt Iron Scrap. P. M.CONNIFP. , A good and substantial Cutler for one or two r nt!'. f "4he,P" M. KETCHAM. Luserne At., West Plttston, Dec. 17,1888—lm. SQUARE DEALING A SATISFACTION GUARAN WINDOW SHADES.—a New and Splendid lot of the celebrated Rustic Window shades, a real gem in houBe furniture. Come and see tliem at R. ]i. CUTLERS PitUDtoc, AjDril Agent for Co., P To Hotel Keepers. TEED. Applications and bonds for tavern LICENSE for sale at the PITT8T0N UAZfiTTE OFFIC& RENT.—The Storp House now "Tf.j C-Ij' ATWATER, In West Httston, wil be leased from the 1st day of April I86D. Inquire on the premises. r 0ecD M JtD MICHAEL BI7MGARDNER, THOMAS BENEDICT. [6|uaeS7 Upper Pittston, Ayrll 18,'67,