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The Union and journal. [volume] (Biddeford, Me.) 1858-1882, 1861-02-08

\ PEmEcr SuccEsS.-The Tea Party given
by the Pavilion Society at the City Hall, ON
"Wednesday evening last, served to keep the
rule good in regard to Biddeforl tea parties,
viz: "that the Last one is always the best. -
We think the gathering was the largest OF
the Kind ever held in Biddcford, some i,rclrc
hnmdr'd people being present Large num-
bcrs on such an occasion are always inspirit-
ling, and the social enjoyment and general
good feeling kept pace with the rising num-
bcrs during the evening. The Cornet Band
never played with more spirit to more joy
Gus company. The tables were most bounte.
ously spread, and presented an elegant ap-
pelrancc, aud large as the attendance was,
we think none left of necessity without a
share Of the good things thereon. During
the evening brief and interesting speeches
were made by the Rev. MI. Tenncy and Il. NJ.
Chapman, Esq. D., and several songs were sung.
The "Grab Box" was the center of attrac-
ton for the "small fry" the mails were con-
stantly arriving from all points of the coun-
try, while the bill of fare in the small Dining
Hall seemed to be consulted by an almos,
endless numocr.
The evening and all other circumstances
were favorable, and the members of the So
ciety have reason to feel gntifcd at the en-
tire success Of this, their first tea party.
The Union and journal. [volume] (Biddeford, Me.) 1858-1882, 1861-02-08

Invariably ask the age Of witnesses. all the
na"n,.s.t actr,r~cs OF Paris were there, and
;Scy reckoncd upon good deal of merri-
men, and profit when Mdlle. Cleo came to
disclose her years. She was called To the
stand, sworn, gave her name and profession,
When the judge said, - how old ate you -
she quitted the stand, went up the bench,
stood on tip-toe, and whispered in the judges
ear the malicious secret The bench smiled
and kept her secret.
The Union and journal. [volume] (Biddeford, Me.) 1858-1882, 1861-02-08

Town REroRrs, and other printing for cleo
ton purposes promptly executed at this Office.
Towns intending to send their reports to us for
execution will please give us scasopable notice.
OuR STARVING 0PERArIvEs.-Thc savings
banks Of New England have deposits from the
operatives to the amount of si36 ,ilG, 575, and
four savings banks in New York have on de-
post $50, 900, 600. They draw interest on this
The Union and journal. [volume] (Biddeford, Me.) 1858-1882, 1861-02-08

II Our readers will find the Canadian Hair
Invigora,or, which is advertlsed In our columns
a really valuable article. We have this nom
good authority.
II Our readers will see that the Rev. Vim.
Alger who was prevented from lecturing on the
3Oth, will deliver his lecture in the City Hall,
on Wednesday evening, the 10th inst. Mr..
Alger Is considered one Of the most talented
lecturers In the country.
The Union and journal. [volume] (Biddeford, Me.) 1858-1882, 1861-02-08
ELECTION FOR MAYOR.
Next Tnai ON Monday next.

There was no choice ofMayor Of ourcity to6ll
the vacancy oecasiOnciby Mr.. Tuek,s deccasc,
Mt the special election held ON Saturday last
The notice for the election, though legal, Was
not generally understood, the day was unpro-
pi,ious, and rs necessary consequence the
vote was light. L. II. Banks, Esq, the Rcpub-
lican candidate received $40 Of the Gis votes
cast. John NJ. Goodwin, ESD, the Democratic
candidate 3Oi-Seth Fairfield, Esq. Democrat
27,-scattering one. Vote by Wards as fol-
lows:
The Union and journal. [volume] (Biddeford, Me.) 1858-1882, 1861-02-08
Revenue Gutter Seized.

NEW YORK, Feb. G.
A canvass shows that eighteen Republican
Senators arc opposed to any compromise.
The Herald says that Secretary Dix ha,
received intelligence that the Louisiana au.
thorities have seized the revenue cutter Wash.
ington, now repairing at New Orleans.
Leading conservative men from Virginia
declare that there will not be ten men in the
convention who are not in favor Of making
Mr.. Crittcnden's plan the ultimatum.
Ex.Secrctary Floyd and Roger A. Pryor
have been defeated for the convention. II.
A. Wise was defeated in Mr.. Wilson's dis
trict.
It is reported that Judges Wayne and
Campbell OF the Supreme Court arr about to
resign, in which case the name Of Caleb
Cushing will be sent to the Senate to ill
either vacancy. Mr.. Douglas, II is said, will
oppose both him and Mr.. Black.
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A TERRIBLE AcCIDENr.-The Lowell Journal
learns that terrible accident occurred al
Brookline, New Hampshire. on Wednesday,
by which four lives were lost. II seems that
in consequence of the weight Of snow which
house of Mr.. Gibson, ofthc town named, the
timbcrs gave way, and the snow and broken
timbers and boards descended with terrible
crash to the basement. Mr.. and Mrs. ellison
and two daughters were killed by the fall.
The Union and journal. [volume] (Biddeford, Me.) 1858-1882, 1861-02-08

In revolutionary days but two Of the FIVE Sc
ccdng cotton States were in existence, viz:
South Carolina and Georgia, and these two
States furnished but 9,O9G men to the army in
the whole time Of the war, while little New
Hampshire gave to her country's cause no less
than ~, 497 men. or 3.4Ol more and far better
men than did all Of what now constitutes the
FIVE seeding cotton States. Alabama, Missis-
spi and Florida were not born until long after
the close Of the war Of the Revolution.
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DR. NORSI. ny PORTLAND,

Well knSun for his successful treatment Of Ces-
Hnpfion, Cafarh. Jstlma, Brss,Aits. and all dis-
eases Of the TArosf and Lsss' ~ Medical InhalA-
ton, with view o. the Ateomm edAtion OF his ns-
msrous patients aud others DESTROYS 10 consult him
In Saeo, Biddeford. and the Surrounding tswns VII
be nj the ssco House, Sae, the FIRST Ir,dsy In each
month hereafter until further notice.
II stormy On Friday. DIR. NJ. will he 1t SAGE tho
next day, Saturday, if pleasant ,
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II The Boston Advertiser has an article on
the cost of mails for the secessonists, and states
that the excess ofpostal expenses over receipts
In South Carolina alone exceed four thous-
and dollars week, while in the six States that
have now seeded, the deficiency is upwards Of
ttrenty-sir thousand dollars peek.
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How the Carolinian- cx pcct 10 tnkc Fort
Sumter.

Numerous batteries, heavily armed, (some OF
them Hoating) have been constructed for the
purpose of ATTACHING Fort Sumter, and the pop
ular impression at Charleston is said to be that
a heavy, continuous bombardment, kept up
from all available quarters, say for twenty -four
hours must effect breach in the walls OF Fort
Sumter; that Major Anderson's force Is in
sufficient to enable him to work more than
few OF his guns; that his ammunition will be
exhausted, when the fortress can be carried by
assault and escaladc.
The Union and journal. [volume] (Biddeford, Me.) 1858-1882, 1861-02-08

PouDRErrE.-The fertilizer manufactured by
the celebrated Lodi Manufacturing Company
Of y. Y. has q reputation for excellence hey Ond
that manufactured by any other company. An
advertisement Of IL the farmers will observe is
inserted in this paper and pamphlets respect
ing its use and containing evidence Of il. value
will be sent gratis TO those applying therefor to
Lodi Manufacturing Company, l25 CONNER
cial St +, Boston.
The Union and journal. [volume] (Biddeford, Me.) 1858-1882, 1861-02-08

y The Free States, including Delaware,
contribute CIT officers to the army. while the
number from the Slave States is IG5-the free
States having majority Of i52. There are
thrty-two officers not included in this estimate.
who were promoted from the ranks and who
arc for the most part natives Of Europe.
The Union and journal. [volume] (Biddeford, Me.) 1858-1882, 1861-02-08

will DO made to poison the horses Of the ar-
tillery COMPANIES in the district.
Secretary Dix is preparing statement OF
the facts in relation to the theft Of the GOV
eminent funds at New Orleans, to DO laid
before Congress.
The Union and journal. [volume] (Biddeford, Me.) 1858-1882, 1861-02-08

Rumord Attack on Fort Sumfer-The fort
Reiqtorced-Orisrs from Secretary Dir
Observation-Disclosures Of r-Secretdry
Thompson.
NEW YORK, Feb 5-The Times Washington
dispatch says that Fort Sumter has been rein
forced, the steamer Brooklyn having landed
UPWARDS of three hundred troops in row boats
with muttled oars.
II il rumored that Fort Sumter has been at
tackled. The war department has had no des-
patches from Major Anderson for three
days. -,
il Is said the Virginia commissioners will,
Immediately after the convention meets, offer
resolution depresating coercion OF the seceed
ing States. tit is rejected, the commissioners
from the Southern States will Immediately
retire.
The New Jersey and Maryland Commission
ers express a hope ola full, speedy and effective
settlement.
The IIcrald's despatch says the plot to take
the captol was revealed to Mr. Douglas by one
of the conspirstors, who subsequently,, under
the threats of Mr.. Douglas, revealed 1t to Zen.
Scott.
The President has again countermanded the
orders OF Gen Scott, concentrating additional
troops in Washington.
A ,ispatch sent 10 Mr. Jones, special agent
of the treasury, sent by Mr.. Dix, was stopped
by the Governor Of Alabama, and forwarded To
the Governor Of LOUISIANA, thus preventing the
arrest of Capt Bushwood. :,
Mr.. Dix's orders were to tell Lieut. Caldwell
10 assume the command of the cutter McClel-
land, and II Capt. Bushwood should attempt
10 interfere, to treat him As mutineer, and II
any one attempted to haul down the American
aa., 10 shoot him on the spot.
The Trbune's dispatch says that Ex-Secre-
tary Thompson testified before the special COM
mittee that various plans Of secession were
discussed in his presence, and sometimes in his
house.
Among these plans proposed were one for the
seizure of the Capitol, and preventing the
counting Of the Presidential votes; and another
FOR resisting Mr.. Lncoln's Inauguration.
lie regarded these propositions as foolish,
and believed them 10 have been abandoned to
concentrate all their efforts on separate State
action, which he approved. This policy, he
said, would lead to the same rcsultsby different
means.
The Worlds Washington correspondent says
that n dispatch has been received from Mr.
Rhctt 10 the effect that the Montgomery Con-
ercss will adjourn over till the Border State
Conference has adjourned.
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Dispatch 70 the Boston Journal.

WASHINGTON, Jan. LIST.
Mr.. Adams speech has produced a marked
effect, taking. as it did, position above parti-
san politics.
AR. Clingman's election to the Senate from
North Carolina will do much To bring about .
restoration of Union feeling ,as Joe Lane has had
hopes Of obtaining that Senatorship as an ultra
Southern man.
Il Is rumored that son of Senator Bayard
has placed the government arms In Delaware In
the hands OF companies favorable to secession,
and that the Union men cannot obtain arms.
The Union and journal. [volume] (Biddeford, Me.) 1858-1882, 1861-02-08
Gbe Clinton T. yoatnal.
Biddeford, Me-, February 8, 1891.

~ Advertisers are particularly request
Ell 10 hand In their advertisements as early IN Ult
seek "a possible. In order 10 secure their inscr
tlun they must he received Nv WcdnesdaNnoon.
The Union and journal. [volume] (Biddeford, Me.) 1858-1882, 1861-02-08

ABOLITION, ABoLrrioSIsrs, ABoLIrioSIss.-
These worls occur no less than twenty eight
times IN three editorial articles in the Democrat
this week. We trus, the editor Of the Demo-
eTat is eonyslesesnt.
The Union and journal. [volume] (Biddeford, Me.) 1858-1882, 1861-02-08
a GA RID.

The Ladies Of the Pavilion Society tate this
method Of extending their most grateful aetno.l.
e.genents 10 all who 30 generously aided themb
thelr Contributions and otherwise at their Tee
Party" on Wednt sday evening last Fer Order.
The Union and journal. [volume] (Biddeford, Me.) 1858-1882, 1861-02-08

NOMINATIONS ri TIE GovERSoR.-Augus,us
c. Robbins Of brunswick, Francis A. Snow OF
Calais, Bank Commissioners. Oliver s. Beal
Of Portland, Keeper Of the Arsenal, Portland.
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Total, l,S5 .llO
l.iil.SI0

The FIVE States had in 1850, precisely 100 $40
more white than colored people. and yet the
dictatorial slave holders desire to have the
North believe that these five States must rule or
else will ruin this great confederacy. New
York alone had nearly twice the white popula-
ton of the whole seeding States, and Pennsyl-
yania and Ohio each greatly out-numbered them
in free population In 1880. and do now. Would
not the cotton States make splendid republic.
The Union and journal. [volume] (Biddeford, Me.) 1858-1882, 1861-02-08
Washington.

WASHINGTON, Feb. 3.-Licut. Halls depar-
ture for Fort Sumter Is postponed. lie was to
have gone last night.
The U. y, Assistant Treasurer ut New Or
leans refuses to give up the money ut the
branch mint, on the ground that the mint has
been taken possession Of by the State. The
subject was considered at an extraordinary ses-
sion Of the Cabinet,
Senators benjamin and Sldell have been sent
for to know IL they were aware of the transac-
ton. The government has tclegraphed to the
Collector and Treasurer for the facts In relation
to the seizure of the mint.
An effort will be made by amember Of the
Joint committee Of five, to report joint reso-
luton providing for a call Of national con.
yention.
An official copy Of the Louisiana Secession
Ordinance has been received, and all the Con-
gressmen delegation, with the exception Of Mr..
Bouligny, will withdraw tomorrow.
Gov. Hicks, of Maryland, will be before the
select committee tomorrow, rs n witness con-
corning the alleged conspiracy to seize WASH
ington.
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For, sump,cr No, Reinforced.

CHARLESTON, Feb. 5.
Nothing Of Importance is Transporting here.
The report that Fort Sumter has been rein
forced is false.
The Union and journal. [volume] (Biddeford, Me.) 1858-1882, 1861-02-08

The Supreme Court closed its session in saeo
last Friday morning.
The Union and journal. [volume] (Biddeford, Me.) 1858-1882, 1861-02-08

TsIas Seceded-The Ordinance 10 be Submit
ted 10 the People.
GALVESTON, Feb. 8.
The ordinance of secession was passed on
the let inst, lG6 to !. The Governor, Leg
stature, Supreme Judges, and the commits
sioners from other States were present. The
ordinance is to be voted upon by the people
on the 23d OF February. IL it is adopted, it
will 20 into effect on the ID of March.
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Name 10 Be Represented in The Compromise
Contention.
AuGrsrA, Feb. G.
Maine accepts the invitation of Virginia
to send commissioners 10 Washington.
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Union Men Encouraged By The Virginia Fec
hon-1he Nars Promoiire of Cancellation
-Rumored Wiihdra,rdi Of the Secession
lists from the Pensacola Forts.
WASHINGTON, Feb. s.
Especial Dispatch to the Boston Journal. }
The Union men are much encouraged by the
news from Virginia, showing that the seces-
sionists will be in largo minority in the
State Convention.
Mr.. Bolts was defeated ut Richmond on
personal grounds, but two other Unionists
were elected.
The cheering intelligence from Virginia
will prompt the liberal Republicans to con-
ciliate and encourage the turning tide Of
Southern opinion.
Mr.. Hayne. the South Carolina agent, and
Lieut.. Hall Of Fort Sumter, will leave this
afternoon for Charleston, but the Virginia
news will probably prevent immediate hos
Utilities, ifany have really been contempla-
ted.
Ii is rumOrcd that no attack will be made
on Fort Pickens, and that tho secessionists
may cyacuate the Pensacola Navy Yard and
the adjacent forts now in their possession.
Secession is not popular in Northern Ala
bama.
The City Council last night appointed
Joint Committee to make arrangements for
the reception of the President elect.
Private dispatches from Virginia show an
increasing Union majority.
1t is rumorcd that Major Anderson has
been ordered not to fire If attacked.
Mr.. Seward has authorized the statement
that in his opinion the Virginia election rem
dcrs the Union safe, and that troops will not
now be necessary to preserve the peace at tho
capital.
Mr.. Bouligny addressed the Heusc to-day,
saying that the Louisiana Legislature did not
elect him, and no should not obey their or
dcrs. IL his constituents demanded it, no
would resign, but while no continued mem.
bcr no would never forget that he was elect
ed rs an American. lie had taken an oath
to support the Constitution, and he would
stand by the Union as long rs he lived.
The p,trio,ic speech Of Mr.. Bouligny was
received with prolonged cheering and hearty
congratulations.
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Rumored Hoaiiifies at Pensaco,a-The Brook
Ign Tough Cusiomer-A Large Union
Majority IN Virginia.
wAsursGIoS, Feb. 5.
Especial Dispatch To the Journal.) An
drew johnson of Tennessee made great I'm.
ion speech in the Senate to-day, denouncing
secession rs treason.
Numerous rumors are ahoat about HOSTILE
ties ut Pensacola, and il Is the general belief
that the Brooklyn has been fred upon. A
large squadron should be there il the orders
of the Navy Department have been obeeyedi,
but no official information can be obtained.
There is good reason to believe that the
Brooklyn was fired upon, and that the rebels
found they had their match.
The Virginia returns show Union major
ity of 90 in u committee Of l52. Many I'm
ion members, however, are in favor OF seccs-
sion, il guarantees cannot DO obtained Tor
the protection Of slavery.
(fo the Associated Press.) The tellers to
count the votes for President and Vice Presi.
dent are Messrs. Truinbull for the Senate and
Washburne of Illinois and PHELPS Of Mis-
souri, for the House.
Several of the Alabama Postmasters de-
cline to render their accounts. saying that
they shall await the action Of their State.
Additional evidence continues to DO re-
ceivcd Of the violation OF private corrcspon-
dcncc from the South.
The Court of Inquiry to investigate the
circumstances Of the surrender Of the Pen
sacola Navy Yard will meet on Friday.
Another witness was examined to-day ms
to the alleged conspiracy to seize the capital.
Gov. Hicks Of Maryland was summoned a
few days ago. and will probably be examined
on Thursday.
Secretary Black was nominated to-day rs
successor to Justice Daniels on the Supreme
Court bench, and John Petit Us District
Judge of Kansas.
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y The population of the FIVE secedingstates
is as follow South Carolina in 1850 had a pop
ulation Of 27i. 500 white, and 3si ,9Oi colored.
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Important from Pensaeoid-A Truoe-The
Mississippi Troops going Home.
PENSACOLA, Feb. 9.
A truce has been concluded between Lieut..
Simmer and the investing force. The Mis-
sissippans will return home on the 18th. The
Alabama troops will remain until relieved.
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MASSACHUSETTS VS.. TIE Sourn In REVOLUTION
AIRY TIME.-During the Revolutionary war the
State of Massachusetts furnished 67,9O7 officers
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Rumored Hoaihties at Pensacola-The Brook
iyn a Tough CDiomer-A Large Union
MnI0rikn In Hirninin
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From Washlngt00.
rCorrssponAsnee Of the uavk.eysl
WAsHlxafOH, Oct ~, 1851

WAsHuafoH, Oct -. 1851.
It will be useless for me TO- rehash for your
readers the details which the telegraph has al
ready given Dur grea, army is on the move,
and the multitude Of prophets assure US that
the next month will be full Of startling events
Their prophecies are not of much value, except
AS good indication Of public opinion, which.
siipoinsing in one direction, must be very near
" right Taat opinion IL, that We cannot suffer
defeat Of any magnitude, for Gen. ncCieilans .
strong forsi6cation OF every advance. leaves him
| slways secure retreat that We are in better
condition. for fight than the rebels. for otherwise
| the, would not retire behind their entrench
mens;-and that important aggressive move
| ments are to be made bv US tetore winter, o.
Cen. R.nks column would not have been pushed
over the river. Such . prospect pleases the
public aforesaid, for they were beginning to ex
press the same impotence - before the Bull
Ran battle. .'If we arc now strong and well
discip,ined, why don't we do something !" l.
Gen. Mcclellan really the great military genius
for which We have given him credit :" "Csr
enc man manage 80 cunbrous An army ss ours :
A thousand such questions ~ere being asked.
| Gen.. Fremont will be removed. The Admin
issration has besu disposed to be very indalgen
% him, and 70 listen reluctantly 70 ssy chargei
against him, bat the charges Of arbitrary ant
uuskilIfui management are 90 many, and 20 wel
supported, that At last the conclusion has beer
,orced upsa the Cabinet, that che public s.rvio,
. y
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The Washington Republican intimates that
the secession members Of the Trinity Church are
trying to get rid of their pastor, Rev. Dr. Butler
because Of his strong Union precliyitier.z This
is ,he aristoc, attic church. Washington. and con,
,ains ve'y many Rebels within its pale. They
have been very much dissatisfied with DR.. But
ler's active eynpathies for the Federal soldiers
all summer, and finding that he will not consent
to neutrality" in this contest. they are now
determined to dismiss him.
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TThe statistics of Nrs. D,squa's vinegar

u-Thc statistics of Mrs. D.squas vineyard
Indicate some Of the encoursgements TO wine
growers in this State She has under cultivs.
ton fou. acres, and her vines number six thou
nnd four hundred. Last year the yield was
ssht hundred gallo 9, this year two thousand.
Ik ueedful labor can all be performed BY two
sen. This year Nra Di.que has engaged an ex
srienced man from Cincinnati 70 make her vine.
nd built splendid vault for its reception. II
h just finished, and with its large casks, some
Aldng S2s gallons, cost $50.