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Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1861-06-07
From Kentucky.

LOUISVILLE, May 81.
Pavoquent camp will soon be removed to
Muldrough's Hill, As miles south Of here, on
the line Of the Nashville Railroad.
1t is understood that several companies
are now formed in Louisville who will form
part Of Col. Andersons brigade.
NEW York, June l.
The Times despatch says Capt. Mitchell Of
Nantucket, who was coast surveying in the
schooner Twilight, which was seized in Tex
as, has arrived at Washington via overland.
He says be saw 10000 troops at Richmond.
At Manassas Gap he saw about 5000, who
are expecting to be attacked. The people all
expect raid Of Northern troops, and are
much frightened and excited
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1861-06-07
TIE NArIoNAL DEBT.

The new loan 10 the Federal Government
has been promptly taken, mainly in the cities
of New York and Boston The necessities Of
the war will doubtless require additional
loans, and possibly TO a very large amount
But we need not fear if the national debt shall
be large; nor will it be without advantages
should il even be permanent--an event, how
ever, which viii hardly occur. With pop
ulation increasing far beyond the ratio Of old
countries, and wealth Increasing in more than
an equal ratio with the population, we shall ca
silly work out a very large public debt. But
if it be permanent: what theni
The future tranquility, security and fixed
ness Of the government ight perhaps be pro-
NOTED by the creation Of permanent nation
al debt, 1t would form a vas, interest COM
mon to all sections alike, however much they
might be separated by other interests, and in
that respect become, within proper bounds
and limitations, a blessing aud not burden
10 the country. Inasmuch as capital from
every quarter would naturally seek such an
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form bond of union not so easy to be sun
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Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1861-06-07

ST. LOUIS, May %.
Col. McArthur's regiment of Illinois vol
untecrs left Caseyville yesterday, under or
ders to proceed to some point southwark -
Col. Blair.s regiment Of Missouri volunteers
being under marching orders, expected to
move towards Virginia in day or two.
A revolt broke out in the Penitentiary at
Jefferson city on Monday, which resulted in
the escape Of four prisoners.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1861-06-07

A steamer from Old Point at 5 o'clock,
yesterday afternoon has arrived. The naval
brigade landed and encamped near Hampton.
Great complaints are made there of want Of
arms, uniforms and equipage. Two more
regiments hom New York are hourly expect
ed. A heavy battery is being erected near
Newport Newspoint, just beyond the range
Of the rebel battery, whose sentinels are plain
ly visible.
The government troops advanced their
outposts last night four miles into Virginia.
Orders have gone North to commence work
upon two steam sloops of war at Charlestown
Navy Yard, two at Brookline, and two more
will be ordered a. Portsmouth.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1861-06-07

A despatch from Chas. A. Fuller in the New
Orleans Picayune of the 27th, says that the
Brooklyn was blockading the mouth of the
Mississippi. The Pensacola correspondent of
the Mobile Advertiser states that several ves-
sells, including three from Apalachicola, had
been driven from there within two or three
days by the blockading fleet
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1861-06-07
BnsroN. Mav %.

A correspondent Of the Transcript states
that the commanders Of the Minnesota and
N'agaria ato in possession Of tho names, with
descriptions, of the vessels shortly expected
at New Orleans, with valuable arms and mu-
nitions of war. purchased by the rebels in
Europe. A close watch is arranged for their
capture. The ship Abalimo Capt Smith, re-
Gently arrived at Now Orleans, from Boston,
has been seized by the rebel authorities.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1861-06-07

~ The Boston Journal names the Watch
man d journal as among the Vermont papers
which favor the no party movement. The
Watciman g journal favored a call which
would admit all who wish to act with the
Republicans in sustaining the government,
and insisted upon maintaining the Republican
organization. Ii has not changed that ground,
and does not intend to, until the purposes of
the Republican party shall have been accom-
pished. The war demonstrates most perfect
y that its purposes ought to be accomplished,
aud moreover is significant that they ,oiH be.
w hen that shall have been done, we will con
slider the propriety Of new party organizations.
ADDISON CoUNTY.--The Republicans have
called the County Convention at Middlebury,
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1861-06-07
BA1r1MoRr. Nfnv 8

Inst night, four residents Of Baltimore coun-
ty, la the neighborhood Of Cockeysville. nam
ed Worthington, Matthews, Scott, and anoth-
er whose name is unknown, were arrested By
Federal troops, charged with being in the
company that participated with Merryman, in
his acts for which he was arrested. They were
taken to York, Pa. They are all influential
and respectable citizens.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1861-06-07
BALr1MoRE. Nav 81


Shortly after midnight, party of disor-
derby men approached the picket guard on
Federal Hill. The guard hailed twice, and
receiving no reply, fired. One man was
wounded and the balance fed
The most extensive war preparations are in
progress at Fort Monroe. Troops were be-
ing rapidly pushed forward towards the inte-
rior, and it is thought an attack on Norfolk
by circuious route will soon be made.
It is rumored that the sportation Of
goods South will be stopped on Monday.
New YORK, May 81.
Letters Of great Importance were found in
Alexandria at the Sentinel office, duplicating
distinguished politicians and showing conclu-
sively that the secession ordinance was fraud
ulently passed
Slaves Of rebels have been declared contra
band Of war
Fort Monroe received reinforcement of
1000 men yesterday.
New YORK, May 81.
A Washington despatch to the Commercial
says that the Massachusetts, troops at the
Relay House are so anxious for a fight that
they threw out the picket guard to within
sight Of Point of Rocks twice as far as order
ed, and two captains had to be arrested to
prevent a recurrence.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1861-06-07

Dr. S. A. Skinner of Bristol, Vt, has
made novel and valuable improvement in
breeoh loading cannon. II can be loaded and
discharged from twenty to thirty times a min
ute, is exceedingly simple and not liable to
get out Of renalf.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1861-06-07

FINE AND PROBABLE Loss OF LIFE.-At
four o'clock on Monday morning fire broke
out in the tenement occupied by Thomas
Armstrong, in the rear Of Burnham's hotel.
The inmates were barely saved, Mr.. Arm
strong and two children being burned--the
younges, fatally. Three of the family were
absent, at wake. The firemen worked qui-
etly but effectively, and confined the FIRE to
the upper story and roof.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1861-06-07

BURGLARy.--As two boys we're passing
the bookstore of Balou, Loveland & Co., in
this village ebou; 4 o'clock on Sunday NOR
ming, they discovered that the blind to one o
the front windows had been broken open, a
pane Of glass broken out, and a burglar was
then in the store, whom they saw sufficient
ly distinct to be able to identify when arrest
ed. Finding that he was detected, the rogue
made hasty exit through back window OF
the store into an enclosure in the rear Of the
building, from which there was no escape ex-
cept through the basement Of the residence Of
Mr. f. c. Holmes. Through the windows
and doors of this basement he effected his es-
cape. Sheriff Bradish was Immediately fur
nished with a description of the man, and
soon arrested Patrick Mahar, the eighth cor
poral of the Capital Guards, while in bed al
the Union House. In his possession were
found several knives, portmonaies, Sc, which
were identified as belonging in the store, The
money draw was broken open, but contained
no money. Mahar is now in Jail. We learn
that he with others were out most Of the
night to an Irish dance on the Berlin side oi
the river, and that be had been badly "dis.
guised' by the too free use OF bad rum.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1861-06-07

CIEvELAND, May 80.
Samuel F. Worcesteri is chosen in the place
IF Sherman, by majority Of about 1000.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1861-06-07
Union feeling IN Missouri.
WARSAW, Mo-, May 81.


The Union men from Petts, Henry, Benton,
and Morgan counties, numbering some 700.
organized seven companies near Cole Camp.
in this cAgnty, on Tuesday last, and threatened
death to every secessionist in the Usage valley.
They have sent an agent to Gen. Harney for
arms. Great excitement exists here, and had
it not been for the peace arrangements be-
tween Gems. Harney and Price, the military
companies here would have driven those men
fom the county, at whatever cost.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1861-06-07

secession companies who went there from Ma
tinsburg died from it, and we're brought home
to be buried. The diarrhua was largely
prevalent. The Berkly county Guard 95 men,
and Wise Artillery "a men, who six weeks
ago went from Martinsburgh former now
number "a men, and the latter 20, caused
from desertions and disease.
The Bunker company have all deserted.-
The Rockingham company have all laid down
their arms and departed disgusted. Almost
all Of the latter voted against the secession
ordinance. This information is perfectly re-
liable. Martinsburg is II miles from Harper's
Ferry
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1861-06-07

MAsoNro.--At regular communication of
Mt Calvary Encampment, No. l, at Middle
bury, series Of resolutions highly honorable
to the memory Of the late Philip C Tucker,
were presented by S. NJ Southland Of Yer
pennes and unanimously adopted.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1861-06-07

~ II. H. Pangborn Of Mass has been ap-
pointed paymaster in the Navy and r. c.
Hitchcock of Vermont has been appointed
Lieutenant Of Marines
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1861-06-07
The Rebels Retreat from WiHionsport.

CHAMBERsBURGH, May so.
The Secession troops have fallen back two
miles from Williamsport, in the direction Of
Martinsburg. They have about 500 men and
two small guns. About one hundred deser-
tions have occurred since the Wiliamsport
camp was established. There were three
deaths there from small pox, this week Col
Hayes cavalry is at Falling Water.
The 9th, 2ist, 23d and oath Pennsylvania
regiments reached here early this morning
Major General Keim and staff arrived at / l
o'clock Moreheads. Lewiss and Lyle's reg
ments, and the Scott Legion and Philadelphia
City troops are expected within the next "a
hours
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1861-06-07
TUNBRIDGE COMPANY VOLUNTEERS

This company, consisting OF ninety-one men,
was inspected and organized by Gen. jack
man on the 2lst inst, aud mustered into the
service Of the State; the officers elected are
RICHARD SMTH, Captain;
LUcIUs c. WHrriNG, lst Lieutenant;
ORvtLLE BlNBY, 2R
HARRIsoN DEWEY, Orleyiy Sergeant.
This company is one Of the best drilled
companies in the State, according to the time
they have been in drill. The officers are men
of high moral worth, and have all had militia
ry experience. In this company are 25 men
men whose average height is six feet, with
their boots on The average weight of the
company is lG2 l2 pounds, and when called
into active service will make a maik not easi-
ly elfaccd
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1861-06-07

ALEXANDRIA, June l.
The sentinel at Clouds hill, on the out
skirt of Alexandria, was shot dead last night
and another wounded, probably by the rebel
scouts.
NEW YoRK. June l.
The mob spirit is increasing in Baltimore.
Last night while two n. Y. regiments we're
marching through through that city, they
we're insulted, and three pistol shots were
fred at them.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1861-06-07
WAsHINaroN. Nav %.

w NAsHiNGTON, May ~.
1t was stated in this correspondence yester-
day that a number Of vessels were then fitting
out here for some destination not publicly
disclosed. The following despatch received
at the navy yard, between 4 and o'clock this
afternoon. affords an explanation. The Key
stone State reports that in passing Acquia
creek at noon, the Freedom and Anicosta were
engaging the battery at Acquia creek with
success "Shall send the Pocahontas with
her ten inch gun to assist us a despatch
signed by Capt. Dahlgren. The command
er at the navy yard Immediately on receipt of
this despatch ordered two men-of-war down
to support Capt. Ward
1t is Of interest to know that Acquia Creek
is 55 miles from Washington, and is the ter
minus Of the Richmond, Fredericksburgh &
Potomac Railroad. Vessels can approach
within musket range Of the batteries.
Gen. Jas. Watson Webb, Of New York, has
been appointed convoy Extraordinary to
Brazil
Post routes and post-offices managed by
loyal citizens and in loyal district in Virginia
arc not to be deprived of the mail service un-
der the recent order Of Post-oiIiee department
If they should be temporarily suspended by
the general order, they will be restored upon
due advice Of the facts Alexandria, a new
collector having been appointed. has been re-
op ned to the commerce of country, and
therefore vessels will be admitted as hereto
fore.
The Secretary Of Treasury has under con-
sideration, the proper course to be pursued
with a view to paying 'he volunteers, who
have not yet been received into tho service.
out of any money from the government apart
from the provision made by the States.
The Washington Star says nine rebels were
killed at Sewalls Point at the recent conflict:
also that the rebels have stopped work on the
entertainments at Manassas. 10000 soldiers
are concentrated in Western Virginia. -Four
companies Of district militia have crossed in
to Virginia with days raiions.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1861-06-07
HARulsnuRo, Pa May 81.

HARRIsBuRo, Pa May 81.
A private letter received here to-day, from
Martinsbdrgh, Va, dated May 2sth, states
that one company of Infantry is stationed
there, commanded by Gov Letcher's brother
The secession flag was waving over the
Court House. The Union men are anxiously
dosirous Of arms tn defend themselves, and
also are largely in the majority.
The secession soldiers get drunk when they
please, aud are disorderly at Martinsburg.
The troops have got the small pox at Har-
nos Forrv Fvidoutlv p"r1hers fraro two
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1861-06-07

ADDISON CoUNTY.--The Republicans have
called the County Convention at Middlebury,
June 18th
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1861-06-07

1t has been determined to give every man,
OF whatever rank serving in the army or navy,
a diploma on fnc parchment paper, signed by
President Lincoln and Heads Of the Depart
ments
The troops near Alexandria commenced
last night throwing up entertainments about
one mile west Of that city to command the ap-
proach from the Virginia side.
The Garibaldi Guards marched to the Pres
ident's house this afternoon, and were recoiv-
ed by the President, Cen Scott and Mr. Sew
ard The Guards afterward drew up in line
before the residence Of the Sandman Minis
ter.
The new military department Of Kentucky,
to the command OF which Col. Robert Ander-
son has just been assigned, embraces so much
Of that State as lies within one hundred miles
Of the Ohio River Ills head quarters for the
present is at Louisville
Between 200 and 300 barrels Of -four were
seized at the Arlington Mills. six miles from
Alexandria, this morning. The hoit was in
tended for the use of the secession forces.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1861-06-07

and all religions and established in The hope Of securing
y al our people civil aud religions freedom. You will
be called 70 go oh South in few days TO meet your
friends Where and bear 20 them and prayers
We hope and believe you will prevail and urge you
e TO lay down your till all the eccentric orbs n the
southern heavens shall be fixed and mmoyabe the
North Star itself tll you haye bound them firmly
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1861-06-07

In the Convention to-day, Messrs. Gamble
Hall. Guthrie, Wickliffe, Bell, Dixon and
Dunlap, were chosen a committee to prepare
general address.
Me.sys. Guthrie, Bell, Dixon, Williams
and Richardson a. pointed a Committee to pre-
pare an address 70 the people of Kentucky
Upon resolution the members Of the Con-
venuon We're sworn to be faithful TO the Con-
stitution Of the United States while holding
membership.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1861-06-07
BALrrMoRE. May %.

IALITMONEs My u,
20 Of the so votes cast in Portsmouth a.
gainst secession, were by rifle company, who
we're Immediately disarmed and disbanded -
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1861-06-07

CINoINNArI, May 80.
The Ohio and Virginia troops under com
mand Of Col. Kelly, occupied Grafton this p.
NJ. The rebels fed without firing gun.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1861-06-07

He said that It exceedingly gratifying to stand up
platform where an parties and denominations eoult
unite Though cannot stand together iCiMn the va
nous political organizations nor all harmoni9e In th'
Republican or Democratic, Bell Everett partiea ye
outside Of them ALL love Of country furnished common
point " agreement aud moved by this could forge
their party differences Though he might not be able 4
agree with hisreverend friend inside OF the church, ye
omstae OF that church, and Of all churches, there wa
common standing ground upon which all religious mel
could plant their feet The circumstances and pers O
the tines. the evils threatened free institutions
were bringing US all together
MI J.. then read letter from an lrishman at For
Monroe describing the advance ~ the Vermont regimen
upon Hampton twas full Of patriotism and pluck. tn
writer assuring his friends and neghhOfs that they wer
all Green Mountain boys and that none Of them went
there ever TO be killed by any Secessi0nary ball."
then encouraged the Capital Guards to remember tha
TIE srand object for which they embarked in this srug
gle was 20 maintan and perpeua'e the principles an
intuintipns nf the American Government go,erhmeu
Mmd'd h' 'he vi.dpn aud yaloT n men of all nation
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1861-06-07

merchant Of Alexandria has received a
lettor from his brother, in Richmond, urging
him to leave Immediately, as a Southern army
is concentrating to drive the Federal forces
away.
The Commercials dispatch states that the
Newtown Rifles, commanded by Roger A.
Pryor, voted, in a body, tho straight Union
ticket, much to the indignation Of Pryor, who
disbanded them.
A despatch to the Post says the rebels arc
evacuating Harper's Ferry, and intend con.
centrating near Richmond and Norfolk
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1861-06-07
NV YoRK. May 80.

0I. LOUIS, May 1U,
Judge Treat yesterday decided that the re-
turn of Gen Harney in the habeas corpus
case Of Capt. Mcdonald was insufficient and
sustained the demurrer.
The counsel for the respondent then asked
leave to amend the return, which was grant,
ed
Col. Blair's regiment was yesterday sworn
into the government service for three years.
About 200 citizens of Southern Illinois left
for the South day or two since for the pur-
pose of joining the Confederate army.
Delaware gazette. [volume] (Delaware, Ohio) 1855-1886, 1861-08-30
Ewo Many irons ia the FIRE.

A countryman visiting Detroit recently,
attempted to carry two pigs under one arm, a
coop full of chickens under the other, and a
quart Of Eggs in his coat tail pocket. The be-
ginning of his troubles was to drop ono Of the
diminutive porkers, gliah shot around the
corner like greescd lightning. He laid the
coop on the other TO hold it down, and started
in pursuit, returning victorious to find his other
pig released by the benevolent action Of an old
SOW, who upset the coop and freed the prisoner.
Imprisoning the other in like manner, he
started in pursuit again, and in course of
twenty minutes loomcd up with piggy No. 2,
under his arm. BY this TINE No. l had wig
sle'l ont aud WIS gone agqiql whereal te dash
cd aftoF him, tuEablcd over gutter place, AMI
saw both of his porcine tormeptors disappear
under barn with f1irt of their short tails
Vending his way sorrowfully back to the
coop, he arrived in time to sec the last of his
hiddes disappear over the picket fence in the
distance. pcleqsetl by The mischief Of sohie ma
lioious boys, that sat on the curb-stone and
asked him what he was looking for. When
lust srcn, he was using his best endeavors to
trade the coop for bottle Of Eelnon pop
wRpkind the best Of adverse circumS'an anccs.
Delaware gazette. [volume] (Delaware, Ohio) 1855-1886, 1861-08-30
IaG Davis ON RahoIltan.

when ,Eeg Davis was Secretary Of War,
certain troubles arose in Kansas. whereupon
Mr.. Secretary Davis wrote as follows to Gen.
Persiler F. Smith, then in command Of thai
department
The pisitisn. Of tho Insurgents is that Of
open reb 'llion against the laws, and coustitu-
tional authorities, with such manifestations Of
a purpose TO spread devastation over the land
us,no longer justifes further hesitation or iu-
diligence. Patriotism and humanity alike re.
quire that rebellion should be promptly crush
3D." -. = ~ -
NotO, several States are in open rebellion,
with JEFF. Davis AT their head, and the Val
andigham and Manypenny Democracy OF
Ohio resolve, not that rebellion should be
promptly crushed" but that National Con-
veutlon should be called, for the purpose Of
agreeing upon compromise.
Delaware gazette. [volume] (Delaware, Ohio) 1855-1886, 1861-08-30
aen,rn1 woa1aP Pol CIV.
From tn, ARlay Journal.I

i Is tIclirvcli to b. Gen. Wnol's policy to
MAKE the war aggressive. lie d rms it wise to
keep the enemy in suspense. To do so, he would
nj Ike such demonstrations upon the coasts Of
Nurh CarolinI, Florida. L niSiana, &c., as
would make it necessary for the rebel States to
keep their armies at hom, instead Of sending
them to menace Washington.
If this is mis- policy, we hope he may impress
it upon those with whom lie is to be soon in
council.
Thus far, wi few exceptions, our armies
seem to have been restrained TO the "comc-on
if-you-dare" policy And that policy may
have been the best. We do not assume to
know. But we "re cutie sure that if some
portion of our Navy could be spared TO throw
a shell now and then along the coast, it would
be gratifying TO the people, whether effective
or not.