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The Highland weekly news. [volume] (Hillsborough [Hillsboro], Highland County, Ohio) 1853-1886, 1861-08-01
HEADQUARTERS or OCCUPATION, D
WESTERN VIRGINIA,
BEVERLY, Va, July 10th, 1861.

Soldiers Of the Army Of the West.
am more than satisfied with you.
You have annihilated two armies, com
manded by educated and experienced
soldiers, entrcncHed in mountain fast
ness fortified at their leisure. You
have taken five guns, twelve colors, If
teen hundred stand Of arms, one thou
sand prisoners, including more than for
ty oliicers-onc Of the two comanders of
the rebels is prisoner, the other lost
his life on the field of battle. You
have killed more than two hundred
and forty Of the enemy, who have lost
all their baggage and camp cquipage.-
All this has been accomplished with
the loss of twenty brave men killed and
sixty wounded on your part.
You have proved that Union men,
lighting for the preservation of our
G overnment, are more than a match
for our misguided and erring brethren;
more than this you have shown mercy
to the vanquished, You have made
long and arduous marches, often with
insufficient food, frequently exposed to
the inclcmency of the weather. | have
not hesitated to demand this of you,
feeling that | could rely on your endur-
ance, patriotism and courage,
In the future, may have still great
or demands to make upon you, still
greater sacrifices for you to offcrj it
shall be my care to provide for you to
the extent of my ability but I know
now, that by your valor and endurance,
you will accomplish all that is asked.
Soldorsl have confidence in you,
and l trust you have learned to conGde
in me Remember that discipline and
subordiuatiOn are qualities of equal
value and courage.
L am proud to say that you have
gained the highest reward that Ameri-
can troops can receive-the thanks Of
Congress, and the applause Of your fel.
low citizens.
GEO. B. MCCLELLAN,
Major Genera, U. S. A., Cong.
The Highland weekly news. [volume] (Hillsborough [Hillsboro], Highland County, Ohio) 1853-1886, 1861-08-01

The lady.principal of a school, in
her advertisement, mentioned her fo-
male assistant, aud the reputation for
teaching which she bears;" but the prin.
ter 90 careless fellow 80 left out the
"which;" so the advertisement went
forth commanding the lady's "reputa-
ton for teaching sho.bears."
The Highland weekly news. [volume] (Hillsborough [Hillsboro], Highland County, Ohio) 1853-1886, 1861-08-01

rid Of the vezed question forever, and
avoid the consequences Of civil war.
We would, too, which should further
stimulate such action, be carrying out
the wishes of Washington, the Father
Of his Country. He said, in a letter to
Robert Morris: "I can only say that
there is no man living who wishes more
sincerely than do to see a plan adopt
ed for the abolition Of Slavery"
We would, if it is not already too
late, avert the judgment Of God, which
Jefferson predicted, when he ezclaim.
ed, 81 tremblo for my country, when I
reflect that God is just, and that his
justice cannot sleep forever"
Buford, o., July IS. HEMAN.
The Highland weekly news. [volume] (Hillsborough [Hillsboro], Highland County, Ohio) 1853-1886, 1861-08-01
Aud twlno themselves among the multitude,
Kissing, but stlngloss."

It may be asked by some, how are VIC
to get rid Of Slavery I answer, by
doing as John Quincy Adams predict
ed would be done; proclaim martial
law ih all The seeded States, and
thus free tho slaves. Pay the loyal
States for their slaves, and thus get
The Highland weekly news. [volume] (Hillsborough [Hillsboro], Highland County, Ohio) 1853-1886, 1861-08-01
American Ministers to Leading For
eign Courts.

American Ministers to Leading For
eigu Courts.
G. T. Adams, Mass, England.
VIM. J.. Dayton, N. j., France.
c. NJ. Clay Ky, Russia.
Carl Schurz, Wis, Spain.
j e. Harvey, Pa, Portugal.
II. S. Sanford, Conn, Belgium.
j. s. Pike, Me-, Netherlands.
B. r. Wood, N. Y, Denmark.
j. S. Haldeman, Pa, Sweden & Norway.
o. B. Judd, H., Prussia.
A. Burlingame, Mass, Austria,
G. G. Fogg, n H., Switzerland.
@. p. Marsh, VT, Sardinia.
X. King, Wis, Rome,
4. Corwiu, Ohio, Mczico.
A. B. Dickinson, N. Y, Nicaragua.
e. Crosby, Cal, Guatemala.
A. A. Burton, KY, New Grenada.
J. W. Webb, n Y, Brazil
J. NJ Palmer Pa, Argentine Confed
Il. Il Melton, Ohio, Chill.
D. X. Carter, o., Bolivia
THE COMET Ovon MoRE.-Prof
Bond, of tho Harvard Observatory,
speaking Of the comet, says:
On the 28th ult, the earth passed
close to the tail, which crossed our
path a day or two only in advance of
us, so that we barely escaped passing
through it. The distance of the comet
from the earth is now about twenty.
Eve millions of miles, and it will be a
satisfaction to some, perhaps, to know
that tits increasing, 1t will soon fade
out Of sight.
The Highland weekly news. [volume] (Hillsborough [Hillsboro], Highland County, Ohio) 1853-1886, 1861-08-01
General MoClellan's Proclamation to
the Army Of Western Virginia.

Gen. Mcclellan has issued the follow
ing proclamation to his army. It was
printed at headquarters, the General
being provided with facilities for the
publication Of communications to his
forces:
Litchfield enquirer., 1861-12-12
NEW MILFORD.

4 recruiting office has been opened here by Waiter 5. Bostwick, Esq 6 young man Of char acter and integrity, and one who will command the confidence of all who enlist under him. He wants to raise thirty men to go into camp imme- diately and from his extensive acquaintance in this place and vicinity, will undoubtedly, soon mako out the required number. hlr. Bostwick holds a commission from the Governor, and will furnish the men with quarters as soon as they enlist.
 - The cold snap of last week soon closed over the creek near the village, and laid out 8 nfm floor of ice for the benefit of the young la- dies and gents of New Milford, who have mostly acquired the art of skating in the practice of last winter. The prospect for the full commence hiene o1 the gaieties of the skating season was ofiiilant' and for one day the young ladies gen. efaiy' and the few young men left in the place, did thelr best to enjoy the sport the young la dies exercising in the science of graceful motion, while theigentlemen tried their skill in engray- ing the American symbol on the ice and similar scientific performances. All hoped for contin- uancc of the sport, but " alas for human hopes," the morrow brought warm nurky weather, and the ice disappeared like frost before sum mer's sun."
Litchfield enquirer., 1861-12-12
The Presidents Message.

The first annual message ofPresident LINCOLN will be found in full upon our outside page.
 It will be read with interest by those of our readers who have not had an opportunity to see 1t elsewhere. In clear crd terse language it gives survey of OFT relations at home and abroad the condition of the treasury, the army and navy, with remarks upon the African slave trade, the territories the confscaton of the property of the rebels, and general development of the policy of the government in the present war.
 The message enters into discussion of the policy of the rebels; developes the causes and effects Of the rebellion, and closes with a discui 'sitioa upon the old time antagonism ofcapital and labor.
 The message is most hopeful in it's tone, care. ful in its statements, conservative in it's sugges- tons, but IS pervaded all through with the great characteristics of its author-sound common sense, daantless hopefulness and bravery, and m. waving honesty.
 Whatever may be the diversity of opinions re- spectng its treatment of the prime cause of the rebellion, there will be no dispute as to the vgor and force with which our Chief Magistrate pro- poses to use all the powers granted to him for the suppression of the conspiracy and the preserva- tion of the Union.
 We give also abstracts of the Reports of the Secretaries of War end the Navy on the first and and fourth pages, to all of which we refer OUT readers, without further comment.
Litchfield enquirer., 1861-12-12
GOSHEN.

Goshen is hardly in a quiescent state. h strange contrast to the usual thrift and quiet, such scenes as blscken the history of Goshen, are rufiiing her calm features. Even among these agricultural hills, there arc Gels where the "liquid damnatcn is gold, end last week one human soul fell victim, if not alone to the effect of poisonous liquor, by it disease was az gravated, and death hasteaed.
 Henry Johnson, 8 cclored man, kind and faithful workman, when sober, but for years in- temperate, and for months past tottering on the verge of tho eternal world, slave to rum,-was found dead in his bed at the barn of Ephraim Brewster, Esq, on Saturday morning. An in quest was held, and the verdict of "death by delirum tremens'' rendered. Deceased was about forty five years of age. On Sunday afternoon the timely exEortation Of the minister, and lis feeling and appropriate prayer which solsnnized the burial of g Aun.an being, nay Well be needed by tho living.
Litchfield enquirer., 1861-12-12
NORRIS.

On the night of Sunday, Nov. 2lsh, house belonging to Mir. Henry Payne, and occupied by MT. Perry Hall, in the east part of the town, was burned to the ground. MT. Ills family, consisting of self, wife and daughter were awak- ened by the cracking flames, and one of them with difficulty rescued. The loss on the house was small, as it was an old building, but upon the family thus unceremoniously deprived of home, it fell heavily destroying nearly every ar ticle of furniture and household goods in their possession. The townspeople have e1erted them selves, and in q measure st least, msde 1t up to them
 It is expected that Rev. Mir. Mcfarland will, by request, repeat his Thanksgiving Dis course, next Sunday afternoon. Text, Kab'k i1: 13;
Litchfield enquirer., 1861-12-12

the army mittens, which are most sersiceable for our troops in cold weather; lone finger and thunb.) They should be knit of grey or blue mixed yarn, No. 2o or coarse. Any color but ac1ite will do. The pair should weigh, at least, 3 ounces needles, No. l5 length of mttens II to H. inches; width over palm, 4 to 1! inches; may be knitted or crotcheted at option These diagrams may be had gratis on application to John J. Hinchman & Co.,, 26 Vesey St., New York, and mittens may be forwarded to the ar my through the " Woman's Central Relief As sociation," 6l4 Broadway, New York
Litchfield enquirer., 1861-12-12
gofal and Gonaty NsWs.
LITCHFIELD.

The Executive Committee of the County Ag- riculture Society held meeting in Litchfeld on Tuesday, and voted to hold the next annual fair on Wednesday and Thursday Oct. lst and 2d 1862.
 - After variety of wind, fog, rain, slest and weather of all sorts it clears up cold again, ard about this time we may look out for s!sst and snow.
 A new oyster saloon is about to open in the Lewis Building, north of the Central Park.
 = Riverius Marsh opens at the Post Office a new large lot of Holiday Gifts Toys, Books, &c. well worth examining and purchasing. Our Litchfield people will do well to give him call.
Litchfield enquirer., 1861-12-12

SECRETARY SEwLEDs RzroET.-FoREIGN .RELATIoSs.-A resume of the documents shows the following to be our relations with foreign na- siOT.s.
 England enter:ains, or at least expresses TO sympathy for US, but rather the reverse.
 France has not been cordial, but has been less offensive than England.
 Austria has been friendly, and from the outset has declared that she would Lot recoenize the rebel contederaey.
 Prussia ard all the German states have boen equally cordial.
 Russia has been friendly, but anxious for the war to ertl.
 Sweden and Norway have been friendly from the beginning.
 Belgium is undecided, but passive
 Holland Is disposed to follow the load of Eng land at respectful distance.
 Italy is full Of warm sympathy for our govern meat and for freedom.
 Spain, though not aggressive, has an evident leaning towards the Jeff Davis republic.
 Denmark is friendly.
 The pope, though he announces that his gov ernment is rot of this world, but that Le is con ceIned with spiritual things, yet if he were to express an opinion, he, as a good Christian, will always be on the side of law and order,-N Y Times.
 The Nashville Courier, upon hearing that sen- ator Rust was wounded near Pikeville. hoped that his life would be spared, though it knows
 tnat he would Infinitely prefer death than to ne p,lsonef 5d, or war Tn the hands of the He's slans. The Louisville Journal says Mir. Rust in his dying hours denounced the towards who haa so lgnominiously deserted him, and said that Ii his life should be spared he would return to ms duty as loyal citizen, and sbiure the ranks of secession forever.
Litchfield enquirer., 1861-12-12
Important Banking Recox,meEda-
 fiHKs

The report of Secretary Chase was transmit ted to Congress on Monday, and is perhaps, the most important of the State papers accompany Ing the Presidents message; but we have no room to publish even synopsis of it this week. The most important suggestion of the Report, is 'ne recommendation of a plan for the National circulation ot notes, which strikes us as worthy ol consideration and adoption. The plan is:- lst' 4 circulation of notes bearing a common impression, authenticated by common autboritv. I'd, The redemption oi these notes by assoc;a tions and institutions to which they will be do hvered for issue and 3d, The security of tbat redemption by the pledge of the United States stocks and an adequate provision of specie.
 The notes thus issued and secured, would form the safest currency which the country has ever enjoyed, giving as it would, a uniform value to that currency throughout the unon and would drive from circulation the heterogeneous, mon. grel and unsafe notes, now the delight of brokers and substitute those which will be uniform, equal and safe.
Litchfield enquirer., 1861-12-12
TWISTED

By the advice Of the bank commissioners, the Wirsted bank has increased its reward for the detection Of the robbers who plundered its safe. to S5Go0, which will be more likely to stir lip tho New York detectives. The bank has called in all its present issue of bills, and will redeem them as fast as they are presented at their coun- ter. The solvency of tue bank is not affected by the robbery, but it desires as protection against putting the stolen bills in circulation, to take up all its regular issue at once,
Litchfield enquirer., 1861-12-12

ARKAssAs-Nitlin q week past member Of the present legislature of Arkansas has arrived at Roa, with forty other citizens Of that state thirty-fve of whom, with the representatives re- feTred to, have joined Col. Phelps regiment of Missouri troops. These parties state that in the northern section of Arkansas loyalty still pre- vaiis and that the love of the old flag yet giows and burns in thousands of patriotic hearts. It is net merely silent allegiance that could be found in the section whence these men come, for they say that with effUrts properly directed, our people would be astonfshed at the number of soldiers that could be raised there to fight in be- half Of the Union.--iS!. Louis Repu5licaa.
 THE STONE FLEEr.-The ships which were to sail from this port to-day remain in port, on ac- connt of the light and head winds The six ships fitting at Boston are ordered to sail on the 10th inst, and five at New London on the lith. Two will leave New York in time to rendezvous and report to the officer of the bIockading squad ron off Port Royal entrance
 Tho privilege of dismaatling these vessels af- ter they are sunk has been sold to firm in Bos- ton for Sl00 each vessel. They will send two steamers at once to the localities where the yes se!s are sunk.-N. BeGJford Standezs'a, Tab.
 A poultry fapcier lately procured picture Of fayorite hen, which was so natural that ls laid on his table for several weeks.
Litchfield enquirer., 1861-12-12
CDRNW All,

An extremely interesting meeting of the citi- zens of Cornwall was held on Monday evening in the large hall at ifest Cornwall, on the occa- sion of sword and sash presentation to Capt. c. D. Blinn Of that town.
 The meeting was presided over by Dr. s ". Gold, and the presentation speech was made by the Rev. MT Wetherby. Remarks were also made by E. ". Andrews, Esq, who "proTidenti- ally happened to be present, and the nesting adjourned with cheers and congratulations for the gallant Captain who is ushered into his ca- ail it1H ---"" hu tho heartfelt beEsdictions of The report ef the speeches are obliged to omit their publications now. Ws shall try to give them on tho outside of our pa per next week.
 Capt. Blian's Company is stationed in the 18th Reg't., now quartercd at New Haven.
Litchfield enquirer., 1861-12-12
FALLS VILLAGE.

The ladies of Canaan, Falls Village and vicin ity have been cooperating most heartily and eGectually with their sisters throughout the Country in supplying articles fer the Soldiers.
 They have made up end forwarded two boxes the first con oining,-18 blankets; 16 quilts and comfcrtables 20 pairs of socks, and the second -27 shirts 27 pairs Of socks; s pillow eases l 57 towels l2 linen sheets; F cotton do: 6 bed quilts; comfortables 2 blankets; pillows 1 13 small do; ? bundles of old cotton cloth; do linen-1 of flannel; 6 bed gowns; pairs ot drawers l bag of bsndases and wash clothes packages of tobacco do dried fruit, 1 bcx Of lint, and paper of pins
 The above we're made up and furnished witt, such chcerfulness and rapidity, that we feel sure much more will be done by our good ladies, if their help s needed.
 We are happy to say that the Ministers of the Congregational and Methodist Churches are working together heartily for their Country, and thus, we believe, for their God.
Litchfield enquirer., 1861-12-12

SSs@ Inc New Haven Palladium copies cur Afsata' of last week, and calls it a "remarka- D'e as'icie." It isn't half so remarkable as the copy tna' poem was set from, and we will make a small bet q ha the N. Y. Dailies, that the P,z Aaatam compositor couldn't have mode u;.l:,
 SIX to ten degrees as much sense out of it as we Gid, with ell the errors.
Litchfield enquirer., 1861-12-12

TIE NATIONAL DEBT-Mr. Chase, in his Re port of the condition of the national finances, states that the National debt on the lst Of July was about ninety millions of dollars, and esti- mates that if the war continues, it will be over five hundred millions in July 1862, and nine hnndred millions in July 1863.
Litchfield enquirer., 1861-12-12
WCODDUKY

At the annual meeting of the Woodbary Union Agricultural aud Horticultural Society held in Woodbury, on Tuesday, 3d inst, the following officers were chosen for the ensuing year;
 Presiaent-John c. Anller Of Bethlea.
 Itce- Presidents ". Barnes, Water town: Silas futile, Middlebury Frederick II. Gray, Southbury Nathan R. Smith, Roxbury :; Sherman Hart"eN, Washington James Thomp- son, Bethlem Cornelius J. Minor; Wood. bury.
 Cor.esponding tsecrs!ary- Charles II. Webb, N D., Woodtury.
 Reco'di"g Sacretary-Robert Peck, Wood bury.
 1reasver-Lewis Judd, Noodbur7
Litchfield enquirer., 1861-12-12

Superior CcszEt, Nev. Terzs, zssl. JUDGE CARPENTER, PaRsIp1so.
 Wadhan5 Ts. Nor.h.-JulsmsHt for Dsft. te recover costs.
 Olmsted vs Clark.-plE non suited
 Town Of Litchfell ys. Town of Canaan Judgment for Plf to recover S3224, 80 dsmsges and it's costs.
 Munson vs. Atwocd.-Issue for Dect. to re- cover costs.
 Stiles vs. Judd.-Issae for Delft. to recover his costs.
 Nette vs. Crofut.-Issue for Pl'6f to recover S and costs.
 Hurlbut Bank vs. Nolthway Mfg. Co.-T3:ll granted.
Litchfield enquirer., 1861-12-12
Several cases tried, have not yet been digpc

N1.E EagnEs,.&s,
 The January number of GoDEz's LAD9's Roos is received. We know of no mere beautiful monthly. It contains he mdsS hsS e;egs 5 z"" plates t'.at are given by any of the Ladies meg azines, besides library of choice ant: agreeable reading matter, and is always promptly on hand, long before the month comes round for which it is issued The January number is one Of the choicest VIC have eyer seen, and is the very best number to commence subscriptions with through the year.
 Terms 8 ger annoD1, for single copy. Club rates at half these rates. L. 4. Godey, publisher, Philadelphia.
 PETERsos's for January commences the Ath volume of this industrious and popular lnag gaze. 4 splendid New Years gift. Peterson always contains large number Of t'le most useful ani! beautiful Fashion plates, and patterns for every article eff! la!ys or ttcn:ieinans wardrobe, s:,'i every number is well worth sGe prco for :'.e ea tire year.
 Terms sc per annum, single copy, and sj.r',sc'. copies for S520. Chas. j. Peterson, publisher i'hladelp pllia.
 Riverius Marsh has both Coley and Peterson S in Litchfe!a, and furnishes then at club prices.
Litchfield enquirer., 1861-12-12

 MILITARY ITExs.--The following promotions have been male in the Fourth reg imcnt Capt. Leyerets G. Hemingway, Co. A, City Guard, to be liaj jor, uiec Henry ". Eirge promoted ie: Lieut. Thomas 5. Gilbert to i.e Captain Co. 4, ejcc Hemingway promoted; 2d Lieut.. Charles Fl Robbins to he lst Lieut.. Go. 4, o;es Gilbert rrc- noted; Serg't. Stephen Baldwin, Co. l:, 10 be Fl Lieut. Co. C. rics Edward c. Bcman, pTo.not- cd to the regular army. The Finh have removed 10 Frederic, Md, (o, are about reinoTi%s,( ani articles inton led flor the regiment shculi be forwarded 10 that place. full set of Sibi.y tents were sent to tho Fifth, yesterday Col Irish pail them ofi-their state bounty, about S91JJ in aii-iast week, and say s the regiment is in excellent condition.
 The following 2a Lieuteaants have been ap- pointed under the new recruiting system:
 John c. Comstock and Char.os J. Fuller, Hartford Walter $ ::ostrics, New Milford Levi flung ngerford, Sherman Jonas F. Clark, New Haven Charles ". Morse, New Hartford Val en;ne McNally, Mansfield Centre; Joseph Strickland, New London; Ii. Lynd Harrison, Branford; Wn. s. HanforG, Bri,geport Jchu c. Kinney, Darian Robert 4. SeiigNck, shar- on; Robert II. Fosburg, Earhhamstea; Syiyes- terG Gilbert, Hebron; Lewis Barnum, Danburg; Frank Wells, Litehfeld; Leandsr ". Boyutoa, Hamrton; EHoca Sage, Portland; Dsnisl s. Merrills, Windnam; Jon Griswol3, Old Lyme ; Arthur Knox, panbury Wta. Il B:oEE, EeK Haven.
 1t lis hoped that the ll:h c. Y. will get of in day or two.
 The following are the deaths among the Con- necticut troops in the Port Royal Expedition up to the latest adyces from that place: SIXTH CONNECTICUT.
 Gilbert, James H. Nov 2s, conges'iye fever. Knitting, Herman, Nov. 30, typhoid fever. SEVENTH CONNECTICUT. Farren, Wm Oct. 2S, drowned.
 Calkins, Obed, (sergcant,) Nov. 9, typhoid fe- yer.
 Weeks, Sylvester, Nov 2l, typhoid fever
 Victory, Martin, Nov 24, typhoid fever.
 A letter from member of the Eighth Conn. Re, giment says that portion of the troops at ma polls have been brigaded as follows First Bri- gade under command of Rcigadier Genera, Eos ter, comprising the 2sd, 25th and 21th Massa- chussetts, and Ioth Connecticut. Second Brigade under temporary com:aand Of Col. Harland Of l ire Sth Connecticut, comprises the 9th Conn. on tie right, alst and 52d New York, and 5lat Penn.
 The writer thinks that Col. Harland will be promoted to a Brisaiier Ceneralsbip, but it is | not probable.
Litchfield enquirer., 1861-12-12

Miles Davis vs. |. Dayis-Grantpd. Aleline T. Wheeler vs Edw'tl 5. Wheeler.
Litchfield enquirer., 1861-12-12

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