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The Union and journal. [volume] (Biddeford, Me.) 1858-1882, 1861-04-19

y The theory started by some to explain
the fall of Fort Sumter is, that the naval
vessels sent South were the most Of them
destined for Fort Pickcns. Fort Sumter, 1t
is said, was regarded as Of comparatively
small Importance with that Of Pickens. In
their view General Scott thought Fort Sum-
ter Of trining Importance, but regarded the
capital and Fort Pickens rs the keys OF the
position, both of which were menaced with
attack before any movement for their relief
conld be made effectively.
Tho fleet therefore went out with q pre-
tended design to provision Fort Sumter that
fort was at onco attacked, Anderson was
careful not to kill anybody, nor to make any
demonstration towards Charleston, and after
q hot contest surrendered, the rebels being
in the wrong throughout. But while the
latter have been doing this tho troops have
gone on to Fort Pickcns; the garrison OF
Fort Sumter is on its way to the North,
Charleston harbor is under blockade, the
confederate forces have been kept away from
Washington and that city made secure, and
now they find themselves caught in trap
by tho old master Of strategy.
It is said that the Harriet Lane and the
Pawnee were the only vessels destined to
Charleston, and the Harriet Lane was to
mako the attempt to land tho provisions
with orders IL fred on to keep Of. Fort
Pickens, It is said, has been reinforced, which
gives color to the theory.
The Union and journal. [volume] (Biddeford, Me.) 1858-1882, 1861-04-19
The Gas.Light Go.

The Saco and Biddeford Gas.Light Com
pany held its annual Meeting on Monday
The following officers were elected:
Direetors-Cbarles Twambly, Philip East
man, George X. Jewctt, James o. Mclntire,
E. r. Wiggin.
President-Charles Twambly,
Clerk and Treasmer-T. Seaman.
Superintendent-B. E. Cutter.
A dividend of six per cent. was declared.
We understand that tho affairs of the CON-
pany are in prosperous condition, the prof
its on hand being sufficient to pay the divi-
dcnd and leave $4,000 surplus.
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Latest News.
ny MORNING PAPERS OF THURSDAY.

jeff. Davis, tho President Of the Rebel
States, has made proclamation under date
Of April II, "inviting all those who may
desire by armed service in private armed YES
sells on the high seas to aid this Government
in resisting 50 wanton and wicked an az
erosion, to make application for commissions
for letters Of marquc and reprisal to DO issued
under the seal of these Confederate States.
Tbs New York Journal Of Commerce, Ex'
press and Day Book were compelled to dis
play American flags on demand Of crowd
yesterday.
A. Stewart, the great dry goods mer-
chant, of New York, Democrat, has Of
fercd 81 900 900 to the Government.
The New York Express says 1t has reliable
information that 40 persons were killed and
$50 wounded by the guns Of Major Anderson
In Fort Moultrie.
Virginia has not yet passed the ordinance
of secession. The convention Is still in So
cret session.
The Union and journal. [volume] (Biddeford, Me.) 1858-1882, 1861-04-19

gWe have never read more enthusias-
tic account than that given in the Boston
Journal of the arrival Of the troops from
Massachusetts, called for by the President
The greatest enthusiasm was exhibited. Tho
FIRST company that arrived was from Marble
head, the place that furnished tho first COM
pany in the war of 1912. One captain from
town 81 miles from Boston, received his
orders at Q p. NJ, and although his compa.
ny was scattered over five towns, he had them
all notified and on hand in season to take tho
cars for Boston, where they arrived at 10
the next day. The citizens of Marblchead
raised fund of $4,000 to aid in the support
of the families of those who had "gonc to
the wars" The City Council Of Lawrence
voted to raise like sum for tho same pur-
pose. The railroad companies generally
carried the soldiers over their roads free.
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Various Items.

NEW YORK, April II.
The half million appropriation bill, for the
equipment Of the militia, finally passed the Leg
islature yesterday.
In Baltimore the secession flag was raised on
board d southern vessel, but the crowd forced
o boy To haul II down again. IL was subse-
quently re-hoisted, and protected by Q police
force. The indignation was intense. The cap
tain Of the vessel is Union man, but acted un-
der instructions Of his owners. The Union
sentiment has been Enthusiastically displayed
since Friday.
Military forces are rapidly concentrating at
Washington.
A Washington dispatch to the Herald says
the news of Major Anderson's surrender was
communicated to the President.
lie was not surprised, but on the contrary re-
ported that the supply vessels could not reach
him and he did right.
The 7th and 69th New York Regiments have
volunteered, and the 18th Regiment hold o
meeting on Monday.
Volunteers are being enrolled in Lancaster,
The Adiutant General Of Ohio has issued Or
ders TO carry into effect the military laws just
passed, providing for 5000 regular militia, and
n reserve of not less than $4,000. subject 70
immediate transfer TO the regular forces.
Gov. Yates, of Illinois, will issue proclama-
ton for an extra session Of the Legislature on
Tuesday the 23d.
Adyices from Albany say that Gov. Morgan
will tomorrow issue call for $4,000 men for
the assistance Of the Federal government.
A private letter from Governor Curtin states
that Pennsylvania can have loo, oOo men In
Washington In 4S hours, II required.
WASHINGTON, April IL.
Efforts are still making to concentrate for
~ O.. s..a s,I M n
The Union and journal. [volume] (Biddeford, Me.) 1858-1882, 1861-04-19
The Progress Of Civil War.
For, Sumter in Possession of tho Rebels

A little more than three months ago, discon !
tented and ambitious men. residing in the slave
States, who had been beaten In Presidential
election, unable TO brook the modification Of
defeat, and unwilling TO render up power, long
held and much abused, and which at the prop !
or time was To pass by the requirements Of the
Constitution into other hands, commenced a
civil war, and a rebellion against their govern
ment. Under the pretext that the institution
Of human slavery, which they cherished, was
In danger. and that the political power which
Il had given them was TO be abridged, before a
single act had been done to justify their fears,
before even their opponents had the power to
do single act to injure them, and during the
continuance Of an administration placed in
power by their votes, they raised the standard
Of rebellion, and voluntarily made themselves
traitors by acts Of yiolenee and opposition to
the government of their country. Organizing
bands Of plunderers, they seized forts, stole
arms and munitions Of war, took vessels, riaed
treasures. and systematically and persistently
robbed and deted the government which had
afforded them protection. and to sustain which
many Of them were boaOd by the solemn obi
cations Of oaths voluntarily taken.
Through the instrumentalities Of self-consti-
tuted conventions. aud by fraud. violence and
terror they awei men who desired to be loyal in-
to submission to their purposes. Not content
with these acts Of violence. they threatened to
.eire upon the capital Of the nation, possess
themselves of the public archives, and In this
way continue themselves in power. They
threatened to prevent the Inauguration OF the
coustitutionally chosen President, and II was
only through the fear Of large military force
that the requirements Of the Constitution were
carried into force. and the eonstitutionally
elected head Of the republic installed in the
Presidential chair. The history Of the past
three months has been rife with their acts OF
l.vle.sness, the laws have been violated, they
have raised armies. besiegcd forts, planted bat
,eries, and persis,ently continued to carry on
. rebellious war. II blood has not been ac,u-
ally she'd IL Is simply because their aggressions
h.,. not been resisted. The administration OF
the government. patient and fOrbearing to a
.ul,. unwilling TO subject the country to the
horrors Of civil war. and DESTROYS OF peaeea-
bic settlement Of difficulties, waited patiently
in the hope that returning reason Would bring
with Il renewed allegiance. Hoping this' ou'
yet strengthening its hands for the conflict
should one become inevitably necessary time
has worn on.
The Union and journal. [volume] (Biddeford, Me.) 1858-1882, 1861-04-19

" Intemperancc Stems to DO sadly on
the increase in our city. 1t was only a few
days since that We saw ~oman 10 beastly
intoxicated in our streets as to DO unable to
stand upright and forced to make her way
along by crawling on her hands and knees
most disgusting sight. A short time ago
VIC witnessed pitiablc but nevertheless most
ludicrous spectacle as we were coming down
town. A man was sitting in his wagon, en-
crgctically grasping the tail ofhis horse I'M
der the delusion that he was holding tho
rcins, and urging the poor animal to pro-
coed, but vainly urging, since the horse was
fast to post. He was surrounded by a
crowd Of boys, who at intervals ratified the
wagon, and thus helped the farce by making
the man believe himself really on the road.
The Union and journal. [volume] (Biddeford, Me.) 1858-1882, 1861-04-19

DIED, in this city, April IL, very suddenly,
of disease of the heart, Mr.. Samuel Moore,
aged CT years. Mr.. Moore was thoroughly
honest man, much beloved by large circle
of intimate friends, and respected by tho
whole community. A good. citizen, and
lover of all good works, his deccasc is
a public loss. There were few men among
US who enjoyed more of tho public re-
gard, and there was none more worthy
His funeral from the Frccwill Baptist Church
on Sunday was largely attended. Sermon by
Rev. Mr. Fletcher, Of tho Univcrsalist Church.
Mr.. NJ. had been for many years believer
of the Univcrsalist faith, and an active sup.
porter of that persuasion, but his zeal for
religious principles was not bounded by sect,
but was Of that larger kind which could en-
brace in tho fellowship Of christian COM
munion all who made the word Of God the
rule of life and conduct.
The Union and journal. [volume] (Biddeford, Me.) 1858-1882, 1861-04-19
Pool House nj Auction.

This well known and convenient Public
House with the land on which II stands. situat-
ell Mt "the POOL In the City Of Biddeford. Me.
with Its Ice house. bathing houses. and other
buildings together. with thelfurniture therein.
will be sold At AUCTION on the premises, on
THURSDAY, May 9th, at two O'Clock 7. NJ.
This house Is situated at one OF the most
desirable and popular summer resort: BY the
sea, In New England; its location being sueh
"a 10 combine ali the advantages OF SABBATH
ing. beach. riding, and sailing 70 greater ex-
t.ni thsn the same can be found elsewhere on
The co.st. The house isin good state Of 70.
pair, has good. cellar, large e,.,ern. and
aa,her con ven iencies. and has enjoyed . good
yun OF custom. The furniture 10 sufficient for
The house, has not been In use . great length
OF time, and will be sold with the house. Terms
of sale favorable. and viii be made known at
the time and place Of sale. -
3wi7 lSAAC blChfUhD.
Biadsford, April II. 1861.
The Union and journal. [volume] (Biddeford, Me.) 1858-1882, 1861-04-19

Marshal Rynders was knocked down in
New York on Monday, by Deputy Sheriff
Reilly. lie struck Reilly, who felled him to
the ground. Rynders was favoring seces-
sion.
Twenty thousand troops and four heavy
batteries are expected to be in Washington
by Saturday night. The Massachusetts, reg
iments left on Wednesday night and Thurs
day forenoon.
The Union and journal. [volume] (Biddeford, Me.) 1858-1882, 1861-04-19
British oloOn
Fer Dre.sIng the Hair.
Porf,lmed with Otto of Roses.

Perf,imed with Otto of Roses.
The oil from which this elegant preparation Is
made IL obtained nom plum which grows only In
Persia, In Asia, where ~ 10 used extensively for
dressing the hair. especially by the ladies. Tho
Persians have the most beautiful hair Of any Peo-
pie In the world. These facts were observed by tho
celebrated Oriental traveller, Dr. Stephenson. who
first brought some OF the oil ~ England In 1859. and
sold Il 10 chemist In London It's value nj onco
became apparent and the demand Cor u Was in.
mense. MS said that rs many rs 1900 bottles OF
ID have been sold In that city alone In one day. 10
Keeps Il moist and lively for great length ~ time
IL Is free from all the dieky yrsasiasss which All
other oils have and does not leave the hair brash
stated that 10 II the most perfect hair dressing In
the world. The Otto Of Hoses. costing nom % To
ss nm ounce. Is now used In II. which, when combin-
cd with the natural I'm GRANGE of the oil give.
peculiar and most beautiful perfume. For sale by
all apothecares. Price only 10 cents Double mo
- cents. vht
The Union and journal. [volume] (Biddeford, Me.) 1858-1882, 1861-04-19

CoScEnr.-PAsr EvESNo.-The concert on
last Thursday evening at the City Hall was
quite, largely attended,, snd gave much salts
faction. Mrs. Long is one Of the finest, II not
the finest Of our New England singers, and
pleased all. Her singing Of the "star-span-
gled Banner" awakened general enthus-
iasm. and was applauded to the echo. Tho
saco Cornet Band played rs usual to the suit
ing Of all. and the whole programme went Of
well. We are glad to be able to note this sec
ond concert, under the direction Of Mr. Hor-
ton, success.
The Union and journal. [volume] (Biddeford, Me.) 1858-1882, 1861-04-19

-GopEr ZOE MAr.-The present number OF
that always popular monthly /" Godey's Lady's
Book" IL one Of uncommon excellence. II
contains double extension fashion.plate, four
figures. charming steel engraving. Butter
cups and Daisies" together with large num-
Der ofother Illustrations. The literary part
ofthe magazine Is always Of high stamp.
and the May number Is no exception to the
general rule.
The Union and journal. [volume] (Biddeford, Me.) 1858-1882, 1861-04-19

Partly PERSONAL AND PARTLY Punnc.-
Tho supposition that the editor of the Union
and Journal has been appointed Postmaster
Of this city is correct. In reply to the ma
nv enquiries as to when no would assume
the duties Of the Office he would say that he
c.pccts to do % about the 6nt Of May.
The Union and journal. [volume] (Biddeford, Me.) 1858-1882, 1861-04-19
DEATHS.

In this city, 18th inst. Mrs Hannah. wife Of
Isaac Chapman. agd ~ yrs and mos.
In Kennsbunk. Me-, April -, Timothy Var
ney, agd Gs, formerly OF Dover, N. ii.
In this city, 18th inst, Samuel Thomas, asi
q yrs n days. Mr. Thomas was member OF
the Triumph Engine Co., and was . young man
their respect by attending his funeral.
We have IN obituary which We shall publish
next week.
The Union and journal. [volume] (Biddeford, Me.) 1858-1882, 1861-04-19

II Hon. Joseph Buckingham, the oldest
printer and journalist In Massachusetts,, died
at his residence In Cambridge thursday morn
ing, ut the age ofsi years, three months. Mr.:
Buckingham was born In windham. Ct. and
entered printing Office at the age Of 10. In
1924, he established the Boston Courier, which
he published and edited uutl June, 1915. He
was vigorous and trenehnnt writer, honest
and earnest in his opinions as he was uncom-
promising In their advocacy. His life was ono
of honor and usefulness
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SPECIAL. NOTICES.
a CARD

Samuel Thomas and family take mis- opportunity
to express their thanks to the Triumph Engine Co.
and TO the citizens in general, for the hind ss'st-
ance which they have rendered them during tho
protracted and painful sickness Of their son, lately
deceased. Faithful In life In watching and pro-
tecting the common property ofall. they have been
no less faithful In death in soothing the sorrows
and alternating the pains Of their brother eompan-
lon when passing TO "that better land" where there
will be no more sickness and no more death.
Biddeford, April 10, 1861. ivH
The Union and journal. [volume] (Biddeford, Me.) 1858-1882, 1861-04-19

MAINE REsroSps.-T The Secretary Of War
made requisition on Governor washburn for
a regiment Of troops for immediate service on
the 18th inst. Gov. washburn's answer was
Maine will respond promptly to your call
The people otthis state Of all parties will rally
with alasrity for the maintenance Of the gov
eminent and the defence of the aag.' The gov
ernor states correctly the feeling Of the people
of Maine. In loyalty and determination to
stand By the old flag, and in efforts for its de-
ieuce the people Of Maine will not be exceeded
nv the inhabitants Of any sister State. The
royeruor has called a special session Of the
legislature to meet on Monday next
yKnSoSr.-GOv. Fairbanks will call the leg
stature together on Tuesday week. The Green
Mountain boys are ready TO respond at once to
The call of the President. The ERE Of Ethan
Allan burns as brightly as ofyore.
The Union and journal. [volume] (Biddeford, Me.) 1858-1882, 1861-04-19

q The Stars and Stripes have been dis
played from our Office several days. Since
they have aoated in the breeze our Office has
had numerous visits from patriotic persons
anxious to enlist in the cause ofthc country
under the impression that the headquarters
Of the recruiting service for this section was
in the building. Be ready boys you will
ha IN N cbance soon.
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MARRIAGES..

Tn this city, 10th inst, Mr. Luther q IIussey
10 Miss Hattie Munson, both Of Bidddford.
In this city, 9th inst, by Rev J Stevens. Mr
Edward L Smith to Mrs N A Kimball, both OF
Biddeford. ~,
In this city, 7lh inst, by Rev Stevens, Mr.
David Hooper to Miss Lovina Plumb, both Of
Biddeford.
The Union and journal. [volume] (Biddeford, Me.) 1858-1882, 1861-04-19

g PErERsoS for the coming month was -
usual early on hand. This Is one Of the best,
rs well as one OF the promptest Of Lsdy's
Magazines. II spares no pains In furnishing
Its patrons with the latest styles. the best
contributions and most elegant Illustrations.
The May number Is fine one.
The Union and journal. [volume] (Biddeford, Me.) 1858-1882, 1861-04-19

A PATRIOTIC GovEnsEn.-Gov. sprague, OF
Rhode Island, who was elected over his Repub-
licsn competitor, some two weeks ago, rs will
be seen in our dispatches, has rendered to
President Lincoln one artillery company, and
1000 militia, and offers to lead them In person |!
The Union and journal. [volume] (Biddeford, Me.) 1858-1882, 1861-04-19
Prcsidenrs Proclamation.
ny THE PRESIDENT or THE UNITED STATES, A
PROCLAMATION.

WHEREAS, the laws Of the United States have
been for some time past, and now are, opposed,
and the execution thereof DISTRACTED In the
States Of South Carolina. Georgia, Alabama.
Florida, Mississippi, Louisiana and Texas, by
ncombination too powerful TO be suppressed by
IN ,ne ordinary course Of judicial pro ceilings, or
.Nor, thersfors, I, Abraham Lincoln, Prcsi-
dent OF the United States, In virtue of the pow
or in me vested by the Constitution and the
laws, have thought 6t TO call forth, and hereby
do call forth, the militia Of the several States Of
The Union and journal. [volume] (Biddeford, Me.) 1858-1882, 1861-04-19

ARruuR's HoxE MAGAZINE for May brings
for the home circle large amount OF pleasant
and profitable reading. This magazine Is justly
highly valued by its patrons for the high moral
tone of lis literature.
The Union and journal. [volume] (Biddeford, Me.) 1858-1882, 1861-04-19

TnE wHrERS SrATs.-The requi'ition OF
tho President for troops viii be answered with
great promptness BY every western State. An
immense number Of men are Offering their SER
vices to the government.
The Union and journal. [volume] (Biddeford, Me.) 1858-1882, 1861-04-19

ETA dispatch from Augusta ays that
Gov. washburn is hourly receiving letters
from companies and individuals rendering
their services to the State. Judge Cutting
has been rcnominated.
The Union and journal. [volume] (Biddeford, Me.) 1858-1882, 1861-04-19

n. HAMrsuIRE.-The land Of Stark will ten
der two regiments to the government instead
of the one called by the President.
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Gbs QMm 4 aontnal:
Biddeford, Mo-, April 10, 1851.

FY- Advertisers are particularly request
ed 10 hand in their advertisements as early IN the
veeh as possible. In order 20 secure their lnser-
ton thej must be received by Wednesdaynoon'
The Union and journal. [volume] (Biddeford, Me.) 1858-1882, 1861-04-19

GurnoRK.-Two regiments Of Union men
r,r, rai,ei IN Baltimore on Tuesday night
Their services have been offered to the Presi-
dent
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10000

Dr. Burleigh Smarts Cough Medicine was discoy-
cred by old DIR. Burleigh Smart, Of kennebunk.
Ne. and will cure tho worst Cough In three days.
For sale by ell dealer: In medicine ut only Is cents
- oti
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L. p. Walker, Secretary Of War: Maj. An
derson replies-"I have the honor to acknowl-
edge the receipt Of your communication de-
handing the evacuation of this fort, and say in
reply thereto that ii is a demand with which
regret to say that my sense of honor and my
obligations to my Government prevent my COM
plying with" lie also adds: "Probably
will await the first shot. and IL you do not bat
ter us to pieces, we will be starved out in few
days" Answer.
(Signed) BEAuREGARD.
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Major Anderson and men leave tonight at
II o'clock. In the steamer Isabel, for New York.
scene when Major Anderson and his men took
formal leave Of Fort Sumter.
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DEAUREGARD.


To General Beauregard, Charleston: Do not
desire needlessly TO lombard Fort Sumter. II
Major Anderson will state the time at which,
as indicated by him, he will eyacuate. aud agree
that in the meantime he will not use his guns
against us, unless ours should be employed
AGAINST Sumter, YOU are authorized thus TO
prevent the efiusion of blood. II this or its
equivalent be refused, reduce the fort as your
Judgment decides to be the most practicable.
(Signed) l. p. WALKER, Sec. War.
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CHARLESTON, April ~.

CIAHLtsfON, hprII IZ'
The ball has opened. War is inaugurated
The batteries on Sulliyan's Island, Morris ISL
and aud other points, opened ON Fort Sumter
AT four O'Clock this morning. Fort Sumter has
returned the fire, and brisk cannonading has
been kept up. No information has been re-
ceiyed from the seaboard as yet. The military
are under arms, and the whole population is in
the streets. Every available space facing the
harbor is filed with anxious spectators.
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Third Dispatch.

CHARLESTON, April ~.
The bombardment of Fort Sumter continues.
The floating battery and Stevens battery are
operating freely, aud Fort Sumter is returning
the fire. II is reported that three war vessels
n ra outside the harbOr.
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The reporter OF the Associated Press did not
arrive in this city till yesterday Saturday
morning consequently he lost the opportu-
nifty To see pyrotechnic display on Friday
night, which Was. according 70 eye w, ns
svf,l climax at 10 . clock ct night. The
The Union and journal. [volume] (Biddeford, Me.) 1858-1882, 1861-04-19

CHARLESTON, April IL.
The firing has continued all day uninterrupt-
edly. Two Of Fort Sumter's guns have been
silenced, and it is reported that breach has
been made in the southeast wall. OF 10 bat
teries only had opened on Fort Sumter; the
remainder are held in reserve for the expected
feet. Two thousand men reached the city this
morning, and embarked for Morris Island and
neighborhood