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Delaware State journal and statesman., 1861-11-01

The recent intelligence from North Carolina is
o. very significant character Itappears that
the inhabitants Of Hyde county have thrown oil
all further disguise Of their real sentiments. and
IN very spirited declaration have announced
their adherence OF their southern oppressors
anu their renewed devotion to the Uuion. Three
hanired men have assembled in arms at place
called Long Acre and two thousand more have
risen near place called Washington, who desire
10 nave arms placed in their hands to defend
themselves against the rebels. Meetings and
ou'oh lodges are heid in the counties along tue
coast with the ayowed intention Of supporting
The cause Of The Uninn.
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1861-11-01

Gen. Mcclellan displays great activity in per.
fecting the organization of the army Of the Po-
tomac. He is rapidly appOrtiOniRg the forces
into divisions and brigales. The men are in
excellent condition, and are ready to do effective
service in the field.
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1861-11-01

The Confederate steamer Theodore, formerly
the Gordon, Capt Lockwood, left Havana on
Wednesday afternoon, 23d, ult., for Charleston.
having been in port week. She sailed from
Charleston for Cardenas, where she landed
Messrs. sidell and Mason, Confederate States
Commissioners for Europe, and afterward pro.
cceded to IIaVaua, Nlessrs. Mason ind sldell
taking the land route to Havana. The Com.
missionefs were received with the highest con-
s'deTa'lon, from the Captain General down.
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1861-11-01
GOVERNMENT LOAN.
Pursuant to Instructions from the steNt,ry Of th'
Treasury, book will be opened on the
2Oth day of September,
AT THE CIISTOM HOUSE.

AT THE CUSTOM HOUSE,
In the City Of Wilmington, for subscriptions under my
surerulendenee for Treasury Notes to be issued under
the act July H. 1861. These will be issuei In
sums Of nifty dollars hundred dollars hye hundred
dollars Thousand dollars and five thousand collars
each, dated 18th August 1861 payable three years after
date to the order Of the subscriber directed. and
bearing interest at the rate Of SEVEN AND THREE
TkNTHS per cent per annum, payable seml-annualy
such interest being at tho rate Of two cents for each day
every hundred dollars. For the convenience OF the
holder each note will have coupons attached expressing
the several OF semiannuAl interest, which
pons nay be detached And presented for payment sepa
rAtely from the notes.
Subscriptions for such Treasury Notes will be received
during FIFTEEN DAYS from the day of opening the
books Aforesaid No subscription for less than fty dol
lars for any fraction of that be received.
Subscriptions Of Hfy dollars hundred dollars must
be paid in lawful coin Of the United States a, the time Of
subscribing. Subscriptions of than bundled
dollars may be paid or preferred onetsnh at
the time of subscribing and one third of the whole
amount every twentieth day thereafter until the whole
sha be paid No payment Of less than ffty dollars
be accepted, that being the smallest sum for which
Treasury notes be issued.
Certificates will be granted in duplicate to subscribers
r the paid the original Of which the suberi-
ber will transmit by mail TO the Secretary of the Treasury
when Treasury Notes. as horssai Will be issued thereon
such subscriber his order. carrying interest as
pressed In suGhc rthcA but in where only part
Of the subsrbed ia paid at the time of subsrrb
Ing Treasury Notes will be issued only for the payments
made subsequently 70 the first which will remain until
the whole amount ubrlbed by such person shall be paid
when Treasury Notes will be ssue for such hrst payment
also. On payment Of each deerr,d instHment the sub
scrber will pay in addition thereto equal to the
Interest accrued thereon from the 10 Of August to the
date OF payment and final like Interest the
amount paid subscription which payments of interest
will be reimbursed to the subscriber in the pay men
the first coupon
The Treasury Notes issued upon such certificates by tn,
Treasury will be sent to the subscribers by mail such
other mode may be Indicated by them when they
init their original eertnelts The duplicate certificate
may be retained by them Tor theirown security.
oetsM r. NJ, RODNEY,
Subscription Agent.
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1861-11-01

an assassin. Alter considerable trouble, noise
and explanations, The nervous groom was placed
In the carriage. As he was about driving cfr he
exclaimed, "My love, am afraid cannot stand
IT," His love replied. "Drive on, it will he all
right 10 short tims," and away they ratified
over the eobhles to the great merriment of the
disturbed rssidenis- brooklyn Eagie
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1861-11-01
More Praise from an Opponent.

At a meeting held in New York, on Monday
evening, for the purpose of ratifying the Union
nominations of that State, gentleman-Alr
Nathaniel wOlfe-Of Kentucky, made most
telling and patriotic speech, in which he bore
tue following testimony to the honesty, ability
and courage Of our noble Republican President,
Abraham Lincoln:
"Nly iellow-citizens, have lately visited the
City Of Washington. have had there the
privilege Of conversng with your President
III is true that did NOT support him. His prin-
'ciples are not the principles of my State; but
tell you this, that there is stamped upon the
'brow Of that man the characters which make
up the name of honesty in indelibe figures
'[Long and continued applause; "ihree cheers
Tor Lncoln."l That man means to do light
mo man since the days of Washington has been
surrounded with more peril than the present
President of the United States. When he took
'his seat in the Presidential Chair, difficulties
whose proportions have never been equaled il
'our history surrounded him; but, with RomnG
fortitude, and with Roman resolution, he as
'sumed the seat Of power; and lie has to the
utmost of his ability and power sought to up.
'hold the Union and the Constitution of these
States"
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1861-11-01

The War Department has determined not tC
give authority to colonies to raise regiments
Hereafter requisitions will be made upon til,
Governors of the different States for regiments.
1t ia believed that the government has now as
many troops in the field as will be required for
the present.
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1861-11-01

The rebel steamer George Page is now cooped
up in Quantico creek, as our batteries on the
Maryland shore bear directly on the mouth of
the creek, rendering it a matter OF considerable
risk for her to attempt an exodus.
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1861-11-01

Adviees from Oregon are to the 10th ult.-
The Portland papers furnish the most glowing
accounts of the richness of the Nez Perces mines,
and of new gold discoveries over that wide ex.
panse of country. Gold in increasing quantities
Continues to arrive from the mines.
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1861-11-01

Eben' Lane, the last of the jeff Davis pirates,
was acquitted on the ground that being the nav.
gator of Enchan'ress, after her capture, he must
bave delayed her progress, preventing her ar.
rival at rebel port; because in 10 days the
vessel only made $50 miles. Lane alleges tha,
he sailed the vessel north during the night and
south during the day.
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1861-11-01

A number Of Kentuckiaus, far-famed for their
rifle practice, have, in conjunction with COL
Philip White, of Philadelphia, rendered their
services to the government to act in the capacity
Of corps of sharpshOoters. and proceed with
our army in Virginia, Kentucky. or such other
point as the President might deem advisable.
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1861-11-01

Many absurd stories are circulated in refer
ence to the interference of Lieutenant General
Scott with Major General Mcclellan. General
scott continues in his old position, and, so far
as his enfoeblcd health enables him to do. main
Jams superVersion over the operations of all
our corps Garmes Whatever may have been his
own opinions in regard to the Management, of
The campaign, the fact cannot be contradio,e1
mat General Mcclellan has been left the uneon.
"Oiled mastery Of his military district.
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1861-11-01

The U. S. steamer Massachusetts hns captured
on the Texan coast two vessels laden with arms
and munitions of war. One of these prizes had
on board 1000 Enfield rifles.
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1861-11-01

Hd5- CHEAP JoHss is the greatest place in
town.
nay Cheap John sells more Boots and Shoes
than any other store in Delaware.
DaS~ Cheap John has the greatest stock of
any other store in Delaware.
DaS- Cheap John is the sole agent for the best
Spool Cotton made in the world, nt 4l2 King
Street.
B0- Cheap John has no Travelling Agents.
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1861-11-01
PUBLIC SALE.

~ VIII be sold at PUBLIC SALE r.zws
rfEEA on SATURDAY, November 9th rs6i4i-lMSSp>
~ 1861, at strouds Plaster Mill, ES4z>Tssf-
-AACSaAsat tha n. E. corner Of Frant and Al&-SX--
Iannll Streets Wilmington DlswAra all the Stock and
Fixtures belonging TO The late firm Of G. Stroud son
OF Horse Carts and Harness, 0x-eArt,
Wagon and Harness. Carriage and Harness, l Dray
saddle and Brlde Wheebarrows pair Of Coal seaos,
Rarre Herring Safe, s'ttee, small Clocks 1 Oil
Barrel Rack 70 Bags, rack Of tools small pair Of
MIL Bnrrs, Stove, and several = bushel measures Also
lot Of Columbia GuRno aud several cords Of wood and
various other articles too tedious 10 MENTION Terms
made known day Of sale. Sale to commence at 10
o'clock, A. NJ.
wM. A. STROUD, Surviving Partner.
WIN II. NAFF Aue loneer. oct29-ts.
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1861-11-01

The official report of Lieut.. Colonel Palfrey, of
the Massachusetts, Goth, shows their loss at Balls
Bluff to have been officer killed and wounded;
priyates, l47 killed, wounded aud missing
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1861-11-01

II is understood that General Mcclellan has
found guilty of sleeping while on picket duty.
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1861-11-01

The U. S. slOOp-Of-war Dale has captured a
schooner laden with rice, while endeavoring to
run the blockade of Savannah for Cuba.
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1861-11-01
Philadelphia" October 20, 1861.

A Mr.. Az t. Pratt, Of Brolp,,as M,...,hr.
as''s' geVI expression to strong secession sen,i.
lnen.s at. democratic meeting few days ago for
wnlcn ae was ridden upon rail, by the { peOple
Of the town. 49, f'-'P''
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1861-11-01

road has been torn up from Fairfax station to
Manassas.
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1861-11-01

:. Coon PAr.-suppOse private to have served
one year, and that being the end Of the war; his
account with the government, reduced to cash
valuation, would stand about thus:
For II months pay, at Sl3 per month, $l56
For.l2 2 months communication for clothing
at $3l, 40
For II months commutation for rations ut
SIP, Ia
For bounty, 100
For grant of 100 acres of land lin prospect)
valued ut 100
rofal for ihe WAR 4" .cno
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1861-11-01

ConREoTItN or FALSE REPORT.-ThO rumor
TINT the private secretary of Commodore Dupont
had absconded is entirely false. 1t 10 contra
d'eted by the Navy Department, and by tbs
brother-in-law of Mr.. Mckinley, who has pps,
shed the following card:
TO THE PUBLIC.
My brother-in-law, Alexander McKir,lev. n na.
tive and citizen Of Philadelphia, ani member
Of its bar, is the private and conf dental secre-
tary of Flag Officer Dupont, TO this most of
honor and confidence be was invited BY Captain
Dupont, and he is now dise ,arping his RESPONSE.
BILE duty on board the flag ship Wabash. Private
letters have been rec' ,ived from him to-day,
dated October 2Ith. The New York Tribune
under its editorial b cad, has circulated report
which has been co pied into the Evening Bulletin,
oil this 'ity' und or the caption Of startling Re-
port tnst TIE private secretary of Commodor,
dupont had absconded, carrying with bin the
maps and charts, and even the sealed orders Of
tue OommodOrs" The no tural effect of this
rumor is that Mr.. McRinls Us name has been
mos. unkindly referred to- l pronounce the
"aole story to be oalumny, and have, by tho
aN"Se oil counsel taken mes sures to trace it to
~, eOur0e' meaning TO hold strictly responsible
80 "Ao contribute to the defamation of an in-
'-''S"' ana abseiit man. J. W. FAIRRs.
245 South Thirteenth Street.
AhilauelphirI, October %. iaG!
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1861-11-01

Gen. Butler is now in Washington.
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1861-11-01

trv wsai st,'I sea would make a sleeping rpOm-i a
-
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1861-11-01
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Delaware State journal and statesman., 1861-11-01
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Delaware State journal and statesman., 1861-11-01
Constipation ,Costiveness, Suppression,
NheumRtisni, GOut, Neuralgia, Drop
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Delaware State journal and statesman., 1861-11-01

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Lady always in attendance to give instruction on using
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silks aud cottons Of the best quality suitable for ma.
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SALE ROOMS,
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PREMIUMS AWARDED
First premium awarded the Boudor Machine at the
Pennsylvania State Fair held poWelon Sept TO- 1850
silver medal the only premium awarded by the Ian.
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Machine as being the best machine on exhibition.
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Delaware State journal and statesman., 1861-11-01
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Delaware State journal and statesman., 1861-11-01
Headache, ,sIskHeAdaehe,E Foul stomach

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Delaware State journal and statesman., 1861-11-01
DyHsntsry, DiorrhOe", Relax, Worms.

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Delaware State journal and statesman., 1861-11-01
DyspepsIa, ImpurIty OF the Blood.


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Delaware State journal and statesman., 1861-11-01
WARsAw, WyonInr 60, N, Y

WARSAW, Wyoming Co, N. Y, Oct. ~, 1865,
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Delaware State journal and statesman., 1861-11-01

months ago."-Stphen A. Douglas
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1861-11-16

TIE TWENTY NINTH REGINEHT.-A cor
respondent informs US lin E oOmmunioa-
ton much too long to publish entire) that
there are nov about eight hundred men in
the TWenty.Einth Regiment at Jefferson,
Ashsabula county. Companies A to G, in.
elusive, have an average Of ninety-hve
men; 4 has about seventy, and has q
good start. Col. Buckley thinks he can
make his regiment one Of the best in Ohio.
Ihe Chaplain, Rev, Mr.. Hurlbut is E most
excellent men, q good speaker, and doubt
lo1s win make good soldier. He is a IA
vOriis with all the men. The camp disoi-
plins has an excellent eject upon many
Who have not heretofore been noted for
morality. They attend services regularly
on the sabbath, snd abstain from intOzi-
osting drinks. One Of the best of all the
benefits arising from this restraint is the
habit it creates Of saving instead Of vast
Ing money asn who have never laid by
anything nov give nearly ell that they can
earn to The support Of their families.
Whether or not the Twenty. Ninth be sent
into The hsld, the effect upon large pro-
portion Of its members will be most salu.
tary.
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1861-11-16
Orwell Academy.

The Fan Term Of the Orwell Academy
closed on Friday, with splendid evening
social entertainment. 1t was a grand af-
fair. The large building was densely filed
viii smiling faces, both old and young, all
Of whom returnsd home Withone sentiment
Of approbative praise to the teachers, and
g feeling that the school vas deserving Of
patronage, and should Be sustained.
Rev. s. J. Buck, A. B., of Oberlin College,
is the Principal, and frou his success the
good reputation Of the school is in the as
sendsney. The citizens take pleasure in
recommending him, and are confident that
sll who are acquainted with him will do
the same The institution has beautiful
and healthy location. The building has
been thoroughly repaired, and is in excel
lent Sondition-none better.
The Winter Term will commence on
Monday, Nov. 25th, and continue sixteen
weeks. The tuition has been reduced to
correspond with the time.
Orwell, Nov. II, '61. E.L.G.
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1861-11-16
7 he CITY .

A CLEvEtAEDER KuEED-Ths report Of
the killed snd wounded ct the recent bat
lie between the Fleet and the rebel batter
les 81 PORT Royal, contains the name Of
Patrick Mo9uiggan Of this city. He vas
on the war steamer Bienville, and was
slFuok By a ball from the Hilton Head
battery. his left thigh Was entirely torn
avay, and his right thigh badly mutilatsd.
He died soon after receiving the injuries.
Ths poor fellow vas buried with the other
dead ia q pretty grove, not over stones
throw from he fort where lemon, orange,
ag, palmotto and other trees, blend their
branches psaoefeTy. Seventeen boat
leads Of sailors from the feet followed the
bodies 70 their last resting place, and after
the prayers had been read s guard Of ma
rinss arsd q volley over each grave. A
shiek, smooth board, shaped like sn ordin-
sEy grave-stOne, upon which is neatly
painted the name, sge, and circumstances
Of tie death Of each, is fixed at the head Of
each mound.
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1861-11-16

Ladies are delighted with
BPALDIHa's THROAT O9HFEOFIOHa
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1861-11-16

'a'o 0IR0''s. ssF'. TiHs' ad AR''s8RIiTI5; = R55T5:
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1861-11-16

LAOOEIOs-shenstone said; aItis point
out Of doubt with me, that the ladies are
OstprOperiy the judges Of the mems dress,
and the men Of that Of the ladies" Exact
b. And this is the very reason Why the
former 60 into ezstacies over McGuire's
boots, and the latter cannot sufficiently ad-
nire his elegant CATERS.
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1861-11-16

Coon N THE LONG RUN.-The horse Of
Mr.. johnson, Of New Lyme, broke loose
Ehile ct the Orwell Academical Exhibition
on Friday evening last and ran to Ches-
ter, esauga county, the distance being 25
miles, over muddy and billy roads. The
horse is young and spirited, and in spite
Of the darkness of the night he did not
break the vehicle.
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1861-11-16

OoETALEsoEET.-Capt Kirby, who re-
osiTed such severe injuries in the fight be
tween members Of the 18th Regiment and
SOms Railroad men at Alliance, is 50 far
improved IS to be able to partially attend
70 his duties.
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1861-11-16

PEEET1ss' BRIeADE.- DR.. W. UaEian
surgeOn Of the Prentiss Brigade, has ar
rived in this city on visit to- his family.
He reports the Brigade in excellent and
thriving condition.