Mechanics lien notice for Matlock & Martin property
In Calaveras County district court plaintiffs Dennis and Alexander Dennis suing as Wm. Dennis & Co. seek to enforce a mechanic lien on Matlock & Martin property a two story frame building on Court street San Andreas. Lienholders must appear within twenty days with proof of lien. Brockway & Gatewood represent Dexvis & Co. dated Sept 21 1856.
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WTATH
California
San Antonio Creek
San Andreas
Calaveras
Table Mountain Water Company
Mokelumne Hill
Dennis & Co
Prifts
Brockway
Gatewood
Court Street
Matlock & M. House
Dexvis & Co
Brockway & Gatewood
Dear Mother in Crime Lore of Tom Bell Execution
A sentimental colonial era piece recounts Tom Bell, age 26, writing to his mother before execution. It extols maternal memory as a virtuous anchor amid crime and cites Mother’s memory as a lasting beacon, alongside quotes from other convicts and a note on Ohio Penitentiary verse.
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Tom Bell
Three Fingered
Jack
California
Ohio
To My Mother and Flowers Theme Poems
A collection of sentimental verses moving from longing for a mother’s care to reflections on flowers as universal symbols. The speaker wanders far from home, recalls maternal tenderness, laments separation, and envisions heaven. The second piece extols flowers as timeless emblems of love, marriage, and rebirth across cultures.
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Ani
Far East
Far West
Prairies
Dia Maria Child
Social Intercourse Opens Way From Isolation
We ought not to isolate ourselves for we cannot remain in isolation. Social intercourse makes us more able to bear with ourselves and others.
Vineyards and Wine Making in Los Angeles
The Los Angeles correspondent outlines the long history of California grape vines, cultivation methods, and wine production. It covers planting practices, vine spacing, pruning, irrigation, and the shift from foot treading to presses, plus details on fermentation, wine types, and a local Angelica drink. It cites costs, vineyard sizes, and major local producers.
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Los Angeles
Evening Bulletin
California
San Francisco
The Iron Horst and the Iron Horseman
A humorous ode to the steam locomotive portrays Elihue Burrit as the iron horse’s master. The piece praises the engine’s power and endurance while noting the sober-eyed man in the saddle who governs it with skill and restraint.
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Elihue Burrit
St. Peter
Sahara
Arrival of Von Schmidt Survey Party Near Sierra Nevadas
Captain Von Schmidt a U S Government Surveyor arrived with a party in Sonora after heavy snow at Strawberry Valley fifty miles from Sonora. Fifteen inches fell on the night of the 7th with intense cold. Whiting brothers remained to survey near Kern river and will cross Fremont's Pass on return. Grass and water said to be excellent beyond the mountains.
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von ScuMipi
Survey
Whiting
Kern River
Fremont’s Pass
San Joaquin
Wealth and inheritance spur or spoil ambition
A reflective piece argues that leaving wealth to children often harms their drive. It claims earnings build real value, while inherited riches invite idleness. Ambition grows from hope and a modest fortune, overcoming disdain from the rich and envy from others.
Stock from the Plains heads for the Sierra crossing
The Mariposa Gazette reports at least 10,000 cattle on Carson river preparing for mountain passes. Stock that crossed the Pla cerville road is in good condition. Estimates place 60,000 to 80,000 cattle crossing the Sierra Nevada this year with few casualties among emigrants and their stock.
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Plains
Carson River
Placerville Road
Sierra Nevada Mountains
Reputation versus character in social judgment
The piece argues reputation matters more than character, noting that slander pushes innocent people toward crime. It urges restraint in gossip and in prayers for mercy, warning against idle, sinful talk about neighbors.
Hope Paves the Golden Way to Bliss
A reflective meditation notes hope as a path to bliss and cheerfulness as a guiding lamp for a bright, beauty filled walk through life.
Labor and true happiness in work and mind
A long essay argues that humble mechanical and agricultural labor offer steady employment and intellectual development, while high status roles bring risks. It praises industry, self improvement, and rational religion, warning against mindless wealth pursuit and political fanaticism. happiness comes from purposeful work and enlightened thought.
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Elihu Burritt
Pacific
Hindoo
Courage Over Money and Influence in a Bold Heart
The passage extols courage as superior to wealth and social connections. It claims a stout heart yields more success than influential friends and material advantage, urging readers to value grit for personal and social gain.
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THE
Independent
Calaveras County
Cal
Corcoran
Main Street
Broadway
George Armor
S. Guthrie
A W. Brockway
MokelumnesHill
Wm. Jerr
District Court of the Judicial District
Supreme Court
Jenny Lind
Levee Street
Stage Office
Stockton
J. D. Boyle
H. Lewis
R Sale
EL Dorado Mill
Cave City
William Irvine
San Andres
A. K. Hartford
Hartford & Irvine
Sperry’s Hotel
Murphy’s Camp
Ai Murphy’s
Sacramento
Sonora
Columbia
Sperry & Perry
Murphy's
My Mother
Louis Sansevain
Wolfskill
John Roland
F. White
Fraeling & Kohler
B. D. Wilson
San Gabriel
England
Sparta
Polybus
Tonian
Lacedamon
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