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THE BATTLE FIELDS OF MANASSAS.

From gentlemen who lately visited the scenes OF
the recent engagements on the plains of Manassas,
represent the spectacle of carnage exhibited .here,
as almost exceeding the possibility of description or
comprehension. The ground is packed by feet with
the enemy's dead. The CHASTITY evidences on the
battle field indicate that the enemy's loss was at
least ten times our own, and these statements, we
would remind our readers, are derived from iDtelli-
gent and reliable sources not likely to be dlscoored
by ignorant prejudices.
We are informed that in Saturdays action our
forces had possession of all the hills within the lin
its of the field and that our artillery, which crown
ed these submits, poured into the enemy's ranks
the most deadly and whitening fire, the air being
filled for several hours with the roar of cannon and
the bursting of shells. The general disposition Of
our forces is described representing the form of
v, the enemy being in the open space, and when
he got down near the end of the figure literally cut
to pieces 1t was at this point probably, where the
scene of battle is said to have suddenly changed,
our infantry pouring down from the left and right
and where occurred the magnificent bsyonet charge
of our troops, described in the Yankee accounts,
where the long and solid masses of our men emery
ing from the dust advanced upon the enemy with
grim and terrific energy, taking his fire without
halt, and then dashing on at the sound of their
bugles We doubt whether any battle field has
shown such magnificent picture OF close conflict
and devoted courage
The retreat of the enemy is described in its first
the enemy moving at full run, scattered over the
fields and trampng upon the dead and living in the
mad agony of their fight The whole army was
converted into mob; regiments and companies
were no longer distinguishable; and the panic
stricken Gugtives slaughtered at every step of
their retreat-our cavalry cutting them down, or
infantry driving their bayonets into their backs
In crossing Bull Run, many Of the enemy were
drowned being literally dragged and crushed under
the water, which was not more than waist deep, by
the crowds of frenzied men pressing and trampling
upon each other in the stream. On reaching Cen
treville the fight of the enemy arrested by the
appearance of about thirty thousand fresh Yankee
troops. The mass of fugitives here rallied, to
the extent of forming it again into columns, and
with this appearance of organization the retreat
continued to Washington. The scenes of the first
battle of Manassas are said to have been exceed in
the sublime and terrific drama enacted for the second
time on these blood-drenched plains. Er.
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The Inflammation.

The Senior Editor of the Fayetteville Observer
writing to his paper from Raleigh, says:
1.-THE oaths were administered by Chief Justice
Pearson, the Governor repeating the several forms,
and at the close of each subscribing his name, to
which the Judges all affixed their names as witness
es. AT the close of this interesting ceremony Gov
Vance stepped forward and with manner deeply
earnest and impressive addressed his feowcitizens
for nearly an hour He certainly did not improve
the reputation he has acquired for telling anecdotes
for in this patriotic and dgnied and statesmanlike
address there was no attempt of the kind. He did
however, relate an incident of his camp life which
touched all hearts by its beauty and force-the ap-
peal he made to his troops to submit as men and as
patriots to the terrible disappontments of the con-
script law, which at once blasted their cherished
hopes of revisiting their homes and families; vet
they quietly submitted to it, as did all our other
regiments. The whole speech was indicative of a
modesty which did not seek the high position, but
at the same time of will which would shrink from
no one of its responsibilities. 1t was frequently ap-
plauded, and believe gave universal satisfaction
1t has been supposed that Gov. Vance was the
youngest man that filled the Office in this State
But this is a mistake. His kinsman and friend,
Gov. Swain, was few months younger, both being
about thirty-two, and probably the youngest Gov
errors that any State has had. As the first was
equal to all the duties of the Office so the public
may feel well assured will the second be. Indeed
the wonderful unanlmity with which the people
have called him to the Office says plainly enough that
they have no doubt upon that score
There is another point of resemblance in the ca.
reer of these two Buncombe Governors. Governor
Swain was selected as the candidate of his friends
tw6-years before his election but declined because
he lacked month of being of the constitutional age
When time had removed that impeachment he was
brought forward and elected. So Gov. Vance was
the avorite of many as the candidate two years ago.
hut ha h;,k,v IL
met to make the nomination, and so he was allowed
to tarry at Jericho till his beard be grown"
remember that Gov Swain signalized his en-
trance upon office Chat of Judge or Governor, for
get which, by act of rare and disinterested deli
cacy. He had been employed by the State as one
Of its counsel in the great land suit then pending
in the Federal Court, and when his acceptance Of
Office disqualified him from arguing the cause, he
returned to the State Treasury the retaining fee of
5000 which he had received from it"
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Can't. fuckers Cavalry.

The following extract from letter from soldier
who participated in the late fight at Washington in
this State will be read with interest by many of our
readers who have friends in this company. He
says:
ave marched all night, and arrived within
mile of Washington about half an hour before day.
There we halted until it was light enough to see
man about 25 steps. The infantry had been sent
different way, to make an attack in another direc-
ton. We all were to enter town at the same time.
Our company vas In 'front.' and were to make the
first charge as soon it was light. About light,
the order to forward was given, which we did slow
ly, until we got in sight of town. By this time
came in sight Of an embankment across the road,
but there were no guns mounted. As we rode on,
we discovered the Yankee pickets just beyond, and
as we rode up, the order given to fire on them,
which we did instantly; at the same time the order
was given to charge which also very well done.
After charging about two hundred yards, we dis
covered some cavalry before coming at full speed,
but as they came, they turned and passed US;
they passed, we were ordered to fire at them, which
We did very promptly. Immediately after firing,
the order was given to charge on them, which we
did at full speed, and with perfect yell, we ran
them into town, and there the fight commenced in
earnest About that time, the infantry came up
and commenced firing and the fight became gen.
era. will not attempt to describe the behavior of
our forces-but there is one thing certain, there
never was a company that fought Drawer than Capt.
fuckers, and never was a company led into battle
by drawer commander; he was always at the head
of his men charging, and gave orders in clear and
distinct voice, and fought like mailman.
"Iwas not excited al all-not as much as have
been in birdhunt. Not man of our company
showed the least degree of cowardice, or appeared
to be much excited, but all fought like tigers"
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A BOOK FOR THE TIMES.

u LEGATION work entitled, "SURGERY FOR CAMP,
FIELD AND HOSPITAL" embracing CGnnPtste D7gsst
of the most important facts and principles of each Depart
will be octave volume of least three hundred pages
and therefore of such convenient size will admit OF its
being carried into the field for constant and immediate re-
ference. The author believes that in the preparation
this work. he has supplied important Professional de-
sideratum and socs the patronage of the Physicians
the Conederacy both in and out OF the Army Those as
posed to become subscribers respectfully solicited 10
forward their and addresses speedily possible
to the author at Raleigh North Carolina, in order to ex
pedite the publication of the work.
EDWARD WARREN NJ. D.,
Surgeon C. s. A. late Prof in the
University of Maryland
Auoust 16 1880 69-lm.
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VALUABLE LAND FOR SALE.

"AVING ENTERED THE ARMY FOR THE WAR,
IN Ioer for sale my valuable tract of land situated in
the Eastern part of Franklin county, about midway between
Louisburg and Nashville containing $50 acres; 200 of
which is in the original growth of heavy tmbsred oak,
and the remainder has been cleared within the last five
years. On the land is excellent dwelling all necessary
outhouses and two Offices all nearly have tan
yard with all necessary fixtures, in full operation.
will also sell large quantity of leather now in TAM with
the land desired The land is of the best quality lies
level and produces WELL both cotton and tobacco The
Bedford Male Academy is situated within quarter of
mile of the house. Possession given at any time Address
me at Raleigh or Castalia.
P. NICHOLS
Sept. 8, 1852. 73-w&sw6w.
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CARD TO OFFICERS /!

CARD TO OFFICERS!
NALL AND LEAVE YOUR ORDERS AT ONCE
~ THE ARTILLERY
THE CAVALRY
THE INFANTRY
THE STAFF-SURGE0NS-GE
All ranks can be accommodated.
The EMBROIDERED COLLAR on BLUE SCARLET
YELLOW, BUFF and BLACK, denoting rank, will Be
used for all Uniforms made by us.
NAVY BLUE CLOTH
Just received from London.
Also, CRENSHAW GRAY and BLUE CLOTHS for Of
fcers, at o. s. BALDWIN'S,
Military Furnishing House,
Wilmington, N. C.
Sept. Q, 1882. 73-4t
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$50 REWARD.

DANAWAY FROM THE SUBSCRIBER, NEAR
H Hadleys Mills, Chatham County, the oath Of las.
month two negro men, named GRIFFIN, and anotner
named BILL. Griffin is coppercoored, about q years
DID, FIVE feet inches high, and shutters and his e'
arm is stiff at the elbow from burn. Bill black thick
Tipped about five feet eight inches high and rougt
in bis appearance and weighs about l55 pounds bougn
them of George d. Pool ESQ., at Chapel Hill, but they MAY
be making their way back to Pasquoank county. VIII
give $25 for EACH $50 for boh fdelivered to me- VI
put in Jail, so that get them. ,nu,ovr
Sept. 5, 1862. 72-w&swlmpd'
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PAINFUL AccIDENT.-We learn that last evening,
about II o'clock, most painful accident occurred
on the Wilmington and Weldon Railroad, short
distance this side of the North East Bridge result
ing in severe if not fatal injuries to Hon. VIM. S.
Ashe, President of the road, whose left thigh was
broken-his right leg shattered below the knee, and
his right foot almost crushed off besides other in
juries. The right leg has since been amputated just
below the knee.
1t would seem that Mr.. Ashe, who lives some
nineteen miles from town the line of the railroad,
started home yesterday evening on hand-car in
tending to get to the turnout at North East and
wait there until the down mail train passed, before
proceeding farther. He was confident that he could
easily reach that point some time before the mail
train would be due there. For some reason the
hand-car did not get there in time When within
about quarter of mile of the turnout the train
met and struck it, picking it up the cowcatcher.
The others who were with Mr.. Ashe on the handcar
had got off and escaped. He alone was hurt as
already described When discovered he could not
for some time he recognized He was brought into
town and received all the attention that friendship
and medical skill could suggest. From the terrible
nature of the injuries, it is evident that the case
must be critical in the extreme Wilmington Jour-
naL Of Saturday.
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FLOUR MILL FOR SALE.

TIME SUBSCRIBER HAVING ENTERED INTO A
contract for building the Railroad from Danville IA
Greensboro is DESTROYS of devotng his whole time to that
work. and offers his STEAM MILL for sale. The prop
erty is situated in the town of Charlotte the North
Carolina Railroad has six of mill stones and the -four
manufactured has high reputation throughout the South
ern Cenfederacy.
1t has also Barrel Factory with improved machinery
and cooper shops attached which will be sold with the
Mill or separately. JOHN WILKES
Sent @ 1892 73-lm
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August 90, lst
HOIISR AND LOT FOR SALE.

VALUABLE HOUSE AND LOT FOR SALE.
VVNHE SUBSCRIBER OFFERS FOR SALE IN CHAP
Il ell Hill, valuable house and lot for cash. The house
is of brick well built containing seven with six
replaces and is forty feet by eighteen with thrytwo
feet L. There four of ground There au ex
celent we'll of water on the lot The lot situated the
west college Apply to s. F. Phillips, Esq, or to
the subscriber, at Chapel Hill
IRA BECKWITH.
Sent & 1852 72-w&sw6w.
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GOV VANCE

Some of the anti-Vance Editors, in their issues
before his Inaugural were generous enough to say,
if he would declare his determination to prosecute
the war with vigor and energy, they would support
his administration. Very kind, indeed The In
augural has appeared, and they are surprised and
delighted. Hypocrites! The Governor elect has
said nothing in his admirable and patriotic Inaugu-
raj address but what they knew he would say. And
more, they knew all this just we'll, all last sum-
mer, when these members Of the "Buzzard Roost"
were exertng themselves to do him and his friends
such gross injustice.
Ever ready now to do justice to Gov. Vance, after
the people in advance, with such unanimity, have
done it; but they think that some who voted for
him, will be disappointed, and feel that they are de-
ceived. This is gross libel on those who elected
q. B. Vance Governor of North Carolina over their
vile ISLANDERS. The freemen who supported him are
independent citizens ready at all times to do their
own lighting and their own voting, and who, in
nothing, are disappointed in his Inaugural in which
is set forth so clearly and eloquenty the determi-
naslon and position of himself and his friends
Greensboro Patriot
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SALE OF SLAVES.

SALE OF SLAVES.
an MONDAY THE 18TH OF OCTOBER NEXT, AT
" the late residence of Irwin Staings deceased, in the
County of FRANKLIN will sell a credit of months,
thirteen likely SLAVES. Also, STILL eight ten bar
rels of Brandy, Apple MILL and other articles usually
found upon a farm
Bond and undoubted security will be required Of the
purchaser before the property is changed.
A. W. PEARCE Sen,
Admir- of Irwin Stallings, decd.
Sept. IL, 1862. 74-stpd.
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A PATRIOTIC FAMILY.-Gen. Joseph Graham, of
Lincoln county, N. c., has left name renowned in
history as Revolutionary hero. His mantle has
fallen upon his descendants His youngest son,
x-Gov. VIM. A. Graham, (who we have thought
ought to be a General and perhaps would have been
II ne were OF the ot1ce-seeklng sort) has five sons
in the army. His sister, the youngest daughter of
Gen. Graham, and wife of the Rev. DR.. Robert H.
Morrison, has two sons and four sonsin-law in the
service, two of the latter being "Bethel" Hill and
Stonewall" jackson. This is record hard to
beat-Fdy. O6sergen
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NOTICE Is HEREBY GIVEN THAT AP-
IL plcaton will be made to the Legislature of North
Carolina, at their next session. for Charter for Railroad
from Shelby or some other point on the Wilmington and
Rutherford Railroad to the South Carolina line for the
purpose of continuing said Road to the Iron Region of
TO enable the Iron Masters to obtain sup
ply of Coal from the Deep River Coal Mines.
Sept. 2, 1862. 72-3mpd.
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The war tax paid into the Treasury by the States
Of Oh North Carolina, Virginia, Louisiana, Alabama,
clorlaa and Mississippi amounted to 50 6S4 $40 rs
osa mus paid 81 4oO, coo, which ex.
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Gen. KEARNEYs DEATH WoUND-A letter, in
yesterdays Whig stated that Gen. Kearney was
killed whilst attempting to escape from our lines,
after surrendering. To avoid the bullets fired at
him he reclined his body forward upon the neck of
his horse but this expedient didn't him.
When his body was taken to Washington it was
supposed that he had died from heart disease as no
wound was observed on his person but the em-
balmers discovered "that ball had entered the
loucr part of his back, and traversed his body
lengthwise, lodging near the surface of the upper
part of the breast" So writes the Washington cor
respondent of the N. Y. Herald.
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1000 ACRES OF LAND FOR SALE INIIN-
colin COUNTY, N. C, "-

COLN COUNTY, N. C.,
ME UNDERSIGNED, AS TRUSTEE OF G, JH.u-
marsSold will sell at public oucry at the residence
of the late G. w. Hammarskold seven miles from Iini
ton, on the Beauties Ford Road, the following vaInoba
lands: '"iu"oie
One tract containing six hundred and eiphvfonr fse
acres known as the Home Tract Spring Hill This
highly improved, good dwelling house almost new viii
extensive barns, machine houses and every outbndn
needed for extensive farm. Much of the land is III
dence, as healthy any part of the State and one and
half miles from lrontOn Station the Wilmington Che
lotte and Rutherford Railroad. 0n"''
One tract adjoining the last named tract known as tb
Lick Run farm, containing l09 of very productrS
land.
Another tract adjoining the last known as the Hammar
SKIOLD Mill tract, containing III acres which is frs,
class FIGURING mill and corn MILL The reputation of Ham,
marskods Flour is too well known to require comment
Suffice it to say, there is better in Western North
Carolina.
One tract adjoining the Home tract called the Haypes'
tract, containing lS3 acres.
Another tract adjoining the last named and Immediately
the W. G. R. R. R., within less than quarter of
mile of Ironton Station, containing $50 acres.
And another tract on the opposite side Of said R. b.
containing 100 acres.
And one other small tract of or 10 acres adjoining
Home tract:
With all other lands and real estate of the said C. J.
Hammarskold.
Sale take place Monday the goth of September next
unless previously sold at private SALE
So desirable body of land is rarely offered.
Terms made known at the sale. For other information
apply to Hon. VIM. Lander, at Richmond, to COL
Hammarskold on the premises Sprng HILL or to the
subscriber at Lenoir, Caldwell county.
Il. G. HAMILTON, Trustee
of G. J. Hammarskold.
August 26, 1853. 85-w&swtd.
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The Consumption law is now to be enforced in the
State of Tennessee.
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NEGROES WANTED.

WNHE SUBSCRIBER is AGAIN IN THE MARKpr
Il as purchaser of negroes of both sexes and dfar.
ages Persons having slaves sell are invited to give s
call. Will pay the highest market prices in cash
When absent from Raleigh application NAV be made
l. Oa!t9h ga, p. j. STERNE
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NOTICE,

The grain crops of the Valley and western Vir-
GINA are said to be magnificent
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gentleman just from Yankeedoodledum informs
the Charleston Courier that there is little doubt of
the existence of much material for peace party,
but little progress had been made towards its pub
lie organization. The rabid war party, while con-
tinuing to use the cant cries and catch words of
the "Union the Republic" &C., do not it is be-
leved, entertain any hope of the restoration or re-
construction of the Union, or of the subjugaon of
the South. The war is prosecuted for the sake >of
plumber and jobbing and from the sheer impossibIl
ity of finding any basis or pretext for closing the
war without destruction to the party that organ
lied it.
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BLANTON DUNCAN,

y Q.
FORMERLY OF KENTUCKY.
Is PREPARED TO FILL ORDERS TO ANY EXTENT
IL in Engraving and Printing Bank Notes, Bills of Ex-
change, &c
Engraving upon Steel or Stone.
Large supplies of Bank Note and other paper will be
kept.
Aug 5, 1862 63-3m.
t Register and State Journal copy to the amount of
Is and forward bill to the advertiser.
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NOTICE,

THNHE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE RALEIGH
Il and CASTOR Railroad Company have declared div
dend of per the capital stock of the Company,
payable on and after the first Monday in October next.
W. W. VASS, Treasurer.
Raleigh, Sept H. 1862. S4-lm.
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SIS REWARD.

S75 REWARD.
ID UNAwAY FROM THE SUBSCRIBER IN DAVE
h County, the 18th of August. 1852, negro boy
JOHN, aged "a years. feet 10 inches HIGH light black
COLOR toleraby stout built weighs from lao to $50 lbs
carpenter by trade and has lost most of his upper front
teeth. Said boy raised in the Valley of Virginia and
it probable he will aim to get back there The above
ward will be paid for his apprehension and delivery to
his confinement in Jail with information respecting him.
Address,
P. N. DULIN,
Smith Grove, Davie Co., N. G.
August 90, 1852 s6-w&sw9tpd.
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Sept. IL, 1852.
VALUABLE GRANVILLE LANDS FOR
SALE.

TTNHE SUBSCRIBER OFFERS FOR SALE THE FOL-
Il lowing lands in the County of Granville lately be-
longing to Joseph II. Gooch, Esq:
One tract situated about two miles south of the town
of Oxford contains $50 acres about onehrd OF which is
in woods and which is situated comfortable dwelling
house and con venient outhouses
One other is situated about two miles southwest OF
Oxford and contains about two-thrds OF which
is in woods.
Also one undivided half of tract, about is miles from
Oxford containing 46 ON which is situated saw
and grist mill and is known as the Mill Tract.
Also, oneseventh of the interest in remainder OF tract
situated the waters of Knapp OF Reeds containing 24O
acres and occupied DOVER by Mrs Sarah Horner
These lands may be purchased privately of Me srbscr
ber and if disposed Of will Tuesday the 4th day
of November next be exposed for sale at public auction
at the Court House door, in the town of Oxford.
TERNs-Cash well secured bonds. bearing interest
from the day of SALE JOHN w. HAYS.
Sept. ~, 1862. Tfl2t-
q Raleigh Register and Petersburg Express please
copy weekly until 4h November unless ordered to
stop and send bill to the subscriber.
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WAR DEPARTMENT.
AdJt and Inspector Generals Office
RICHMOND, May 18th, 1852.
General Orders,
No. SO.
ET IN ALL CASES WHERE PROMOTION IS DUE
HlS from seniority and the competency of parties euti
tied by position to promotion is questionable Board of
Examiners shall be convened by Brigade Commanders to
determine the candidates capabilities of nsructng and
controlling the commands commensurate with the grade to
which promotion is expected, also their efficiency and
perfect sobrety All newly elected officers will be examn
ed before similar Boards of Examiners determine their
competency and the confirmation of their election.
By command of the Secretary of War:
s. COOPER
Adj't and Inspector General.
Sept. 9, 1852. 73-3t.
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NOTICE.
A SUBSTITUTE FOR THE WAR WANTED OVER
n ortyfve years old, for which liberal price will be
paid Apply at the Standard office Information. None
need apply except native born.
Raleigh, Aug. 26, 1862 69-tf