Democrat And Sentinel

Appointments by the Canal Board.

The Canal Board made their annual appointments last week. The appointments give general satisfaction. Some little grumbling is always heard on such occasions, inasmuch as it is not possible for everybody to get an office, and the disappointed take a small growl to themselves before they settle down.

The appointments for our county, are Jas Brydon, Esq. for Superintendant of the Portage Rail Road, and H. A. Boggs, Esq., Supervisor of the Conemaugh division.

Of Mr. Brydon we have already spoken. We were obliged to mention his name some three weeks ago, and show that credit claimed-for another was due to him. We then alluded to his untiring industry and sleepless vigilance. As these qualities were conspicuous whilst he acted in a subordinate capacity. we have no doubt of them being exerted to the benefit of the Commonwealth at his more extended sphere of action.

We are glad to record our friend Boggs appointment: it is an excellent one in every respect. Mr. Boggs is an old forwarding man, and is thoroughly acquainted with the duties of his situation. He is intelligent, energetic, and as good a Democrat as "ever voted the whole ticket."

Mr. John Gadd, who last year had charge of Mr. Boggs' Division, has been transferred to the Upper Juniata Division. Mr. Gadd has the reputation of being a superior officer.

The offices of Cargo Inspector at Hollidaysburg, and of Wood Inspector on the Portage Rail Road, have been discontinued.