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Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1862-06-27
The Second Slave Case in Ver-
mOnt.---Freedom Triumphant.

Few people Of Vermont have been aware
of slave excitement which for several
weeks has been existing in the town of
Reading and vicinity, and which finally cul-
minated in hearing before Probate Judge
Closson, of Springfield, at Upper Falls, or
Downer's, as it is often called, on Tuesday
last,
The circumstances appear to be that Mr..
g. l.. Robinson and family, refugees from
Florida, brought with them to South Read
ing little colored girl, of about ten years
of age, and on the part of the people, or
petitioners. it was claimed that Mr.. Robin
son was holding the girl in question as a
chattel and slave, to all intents and purpos-
es, and that his intentions were to hold her
and TO eventually take her back south,
where, after having held her as his property
in this state, he would realize the usual
profit on such property there, which
had in part been raised here, making
our state what Virginia has been, place to
raise slaves and furnish them for southern
market, and thus practically establish sia-
very in Vermont. Various rumors and
stories we're afoat, some of which were
doubtless exaggerations. The excitement
and Indignation of the people became more
intense, and after the arrival of Mr. Robin
son, who had sent forward in advance of
himself his family and the girl in question,
hey waited upon him and made inquiries as
o his intentions, and not being satisfied with
he result of their interviews, petition TO
he selectmen was Immediately circulated,
Is follows -
4 6 70 tie ,Selecitnen of the Ibwn of Read
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1862-06-27

Can't they tell when, cd point out the
exact spot where the Dsiocratic party was
deprived of existence ?--'Jpoodsi ock Age.
Yes, sir. At the last democratic national
convention he'll It Charleston, where por-
ton Of them fist turned traitors to their
party, and afterwards TO der country.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1862-06-27
4 70 TIE Seleetnen ofthc 7own Of Read
A PETITION.

Vhereas it appears that Calvin i. Rob-
nson, has brought 10 this Town a colored
girl, lately held by him as chattel slave
in the State of Florida, but by the laws of
Vermont now free person.
And whereas, it appears that the said
Calvin l.. Robinson has declared his deter
minaton to withhold from the above men,
toned girl the ordinary privileges of com
mon school education, open 10 all the child
rem of this State, and retains her as a serv-
ant in his family, subject Git is currently be-
lieved) to much of the degrading and SER
vile treatment practiced towards slaves at
the Sorth,--a treatment at war not only
with personal rights, but with decent re-
spect for our common humanity, and en-
tirely abhorrent TO the sentiments of free
community.
And whereas, further, the said girl is a
minor person, without natural parent, pro-
tector, or legal guardian in this State. We
the undersigned, inhabitants of the Town of
Reading, do petition your honorable body
to take any measures proper in the premis-
es, and sanctioned by justice, humanity, and
the laws of this commonwealth, to secure to
the said girl all the rights and privileges Of
a free citizen of Vermont, particularly such
public educational advantages as are made
free to every child in the land, which arc
the equal birthright alike of rich and poor
and the chief safe guard and corner stone Of
republican liberty"
This petition was signed by 40 legal vot-
ers in South Reading, and that part of the
town, being nearly all of the leading citi-
zens OF the place. The selectmen had a
hearing, and the best we have Been able to
gather of their conference, is that one
thought no action necessary, while the other
two thought some action should be taken
The matter then took new channel. An.
other petition was circulated addressed tC
the Probate Court, recommending the ap
pointment Of Mr.. Slas Pike as guardian o
the girl. This petition was numerousl,
signed, aud last week presented to Judg,
Closson at Springfield, who complied witt
the request, and Mr.. Pike was appointe,
guardian. To these proceedings Mr.. Rob
inson demurred, and made a visit to Judg,
! Closson, the result Of which was that tn
: Judge appointed Tuesday las, for hearing
} in behalf of Mr.. Robinson's petition to re
woke the appointment of Mr.. Pike, and tina
he receive it himself. This was the eondi
: ton of the case at the commencement q
r the hearing on Tuesday last.
7; Judge Closson remarked in the beginn
{ that the hearing would net be formal, bu
: that each party might come forward an
q staie their case.
r Mr.. Robinson then made his statemen
J that the girl 10 question had formerly b.
! longed TO a widow woman, a Mrs. BILLIARD
: if we understood correctly, in Florida, an
E that being in need Of the services of sue
: girl, he had hired her Of her owner. Al
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1862-06-27

Petersoa's Magazine Peterson is the
first magazine for July we have received
as prompt and welcome as ever. This is a
valuable number, commencing as it does
the last half of the volume. 1t is craced
by beautiful mezzotint, great variety of
patterns, and its usual good reading.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1862-06-27

GLORIOUS VICTORY IN ORrcoS.-Re-
turns from the state election in Oregon are
very favorable and are one Of those +. sights
IN the west so often spoken Of by the
northern secession papers, in relation to local
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1862-06-27

The number Of delegates which eacl

II is hoped that every town in the County
will be fully represented in the Convention
by the authorized number OF delegates.
CHARLES p. MARSH,
LUTHER ADAMS, RepuWtcan
JAMES 6. HENRY, County
WILLIAM +. LEWIS Committee.
WIN. w. Howard,
Woodstock, w., Jaae -, 1862.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1862-06-27
The Object Of StonewaII jackson
Raid.


We have given extracts from the lsis
Richmond papers showing the object Of "A
late raid of the rebel jackson into the val
ley Of Virginia, which sufficiently expos
its purpose. Relative to the same subjes
the National LatelRgeacer, which, being
leading Journal at the seat Of Goyernme
probably hears what is not transmitted
the Journals Of other cities, says:
The incursion Of jackson into the Vi
ley of the Shenandoah has introduced
the whole campaign in Virginia disls
ing element of considerable magnitude Z
has diverted large masses of our men M
movements which, we may presume, wos
have Otherwise greatly accelerated a
march Of events that are to bring about
final overthrow of the military power Of Q.
insurgents. 1t has, we may suppose, delsa
ed the advance of Gen. Mcclellan, by n
priving him, for time, of the reinfaft7
ments he expected to receive, and which u
Government was preparing to send.
We are well aware that this inyolFs
merely a question of time. But the ulue
of time, important in all things, is most iu-
portant in the conduct of military enter
prises.
What if it should turn out that this div
ersion created by Jackson's raid was paf
OF the general policy of the Campaign, as re-
nodded by the insurgents 10 meet the R'
posture of affairs growing out of what Va
few ago the foreseen and now the aeuiI
loss ofthe Mississippi Valley Gen. Beaurs'
gard was charged with the defense of ttal
valley. When he saw that this was ID
possible after the fall Of New Orleans. ns
in view of the conquering progress Of Od'
gunboats up and down the Mississippi riseiI
may he not have sought to transfer hi; BE-:
troops as speedily as possible TO RichmOne
the ne1t great seat of war, where as yet -
was not lost !?
And for this purpose he would naiUrsl
seek TO gain time by such erraiic den'''
STATIONS as Jackson's, and by leaving 20.
ton OF his forces to keep up, as best i1sl
may, the appearance of military resistans.
to the advance OF Gen. Halleek. Is II y
possible that Gen Mcclellan may yet ,
called to contest with portion Of Bea0ls
CARDS army. as well as with that alIesg
gathered under Gen. johnson or his :s
cessOr. for the possession of Richmond " y.
have hitherto given but little credit 10 7.
probabilities arguing in favor ofthis hyP0', !.
esis; but, in view of the facts before Us :
now seems to us that this is at leasi =
eventuality for which it would be pruO--
to prepare, and one which the Governnl,s =.
should therefore take into calculation, pnSs
it has information TO satisfy it as |" =
groundlessness of these surmisings- -.
[ To Je concluded on oar OUTSIDE Hszf Fs'-l
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1862-06-27

4 Battle Near Charie-tc"----News from
Co,,uth--News From Southern P"pers--
The Hancock Jeffersonian. [volume] (Findlay, Ohio) 1857-1870, 1862-01-31

Ma. EDiToR:-As apples are scarce in thi,
county, and as many of your readers are fond
Of apple-butter, send you the following
recipe for making n substitute that will b,
fully equal to the original:-Take one quar-
of molasses and one quart OF vinegar; bo
fifteen or twenty minutes, then add six table
spoonsful of wheat -four in warm water, ont
stir oil ten minutes longer, and then add
mace, lemon or cinnamon, TO suit the taste
Sorghum molasses is just the article to use
and the mixture will be found to be toer.
ably palatable, aud probably serviceab!e fol
taris, DC.
I suppose that q less amount Of vinegar
could be used, and the juice Of any sour
frnits added; or the butter be mod fed in
various other ways, as the taste and ngenu-
ity Of house wives might suggest IN.
The Hancock Jeffersonian. [volume] (Findlay, Ohio) 1857-1870, 1862-01-31

Ksxp PosTED-Krrr PosrEo!-The way to
do so, is TO subscribe for the Cincinnati
Daily Commercial, which contains the most
reading matter and the latest intelligence OF
any paper published in the state. Clubs
can be made up Of any number OF copies de-
sired, for the country. Subscribe immedi.
a'ely, as forwar1 movements have begun,
battles are being fought, and the whole
country is resounding with the clash OF arms.
Subscriptions left at II. p. Gage & Co s
store. or with Israel Green, or Junius Palm.
er, will he promptly attended TO. Terms
only i2i cents per week, for the best paper
published in the West.
The Hancock Jeffersonian. [volume] (Findlay, Ohio) 1857-1870, 1862-01-31

"TuoU SHALT Nor STEAL' lis an axiom
which no one disputes, but which very ma.
ny evade, and seem quite willing to forget
its teachings. Inscriptions persons have,
and are still, initiating Herrick Aliens Gold
Medal SaleTatuS. We make mention Of THIS
fact to put all persons who want the best ar
tlcle on their guard. and our advice is to
the only article thai should enter the stom-
ach Of any one who cares for health and
good Bread or Biscuit. Most Of our G roc erS
have it ior sale. The depot is ll2 Liberty
street, New York.
The Hancock Jeffersonian. [volume] (Findlay, Ohio) 1857-1870, 1862-01-31

From the HorneisviHe (N. W American.
DR.. A. G. Jackson, the celebrated Indian
Physician, will revisit this place on We'd
nesday, the 3lst day Of the present month
The reputation Of Dr.. j., as n skillful Ply
sician, needs no endorsement at our hands.
The press Of Western New York, Pennsylva.
MIA and Northern Ohio, speak but one Ian.
guoge in relation to the wonderful success
which has crowned his treatment, and we
feel that we are comforting favor upon the
afflicted in suggesting the importance to
them of consulting him. Those especially
who are afflicted with diseases Of the Lungs,
Chest, Stomach, Bowels, Heart, Nerves, and
Female diseases generally, should not hest.
tate 10 try his remedies.
The Hancock Jeffersonian. [volume] (Findlay, Ohio) 1857-1870, 1862-01-31

A FLoop.-The heavy rains Of this week
appear to have extended all over the coun.
try--North, South, East and west The
mails bring accounts of extremely destruc-
tive floods. Hancock county has been
somewhat uncomfortable &c but no
particular damage has been done. The river
and creek channels have been full. anh in
some places have over eiAowed and carried off
fences. The railroad bridges over Eagle
creek and Bianchord Fork we're somewhat
damaged. and spprehensions existed at one
time that they would be swept away, but
these fears were unfonnded. The waters
are now subsiding.
The Hancock Jeffersonian. [volume] (Findlay, Ohio) 1857-1870, 1862-01-31
HrAD QUARrERs, 10th REGrmEST.
CAMP WOop, Ky, Jan. %. 1862.

CAMP WooD, Ky, Jan. %, 1862.
En-. JEFFERsosiAN AL is excitement on
Green River. BY the way, wish to offer
as a substitute for the old phrase, can is
quiet on the Potomac" one that cannot fail
to be more popular with your readers, anl
that is "all is excitement on Green River"
TIE sons OF Hancock, Seneca, Wyando,
and SandUsky are all blaze with the fever
OF holy patriotism, at the repeated successes
of the Federal troops in Kentucky. 1t is
impossible TO describe the paroxySms OF de.
light which followed the announcement of
the defeat of Zollicoiftr and his yandal
hordes, coming, as the news did, so close
upon the heels of the rout Of Marshal's
forces. Victory has thus far pcvchei upon
our banners wherever blow has been
struck in Kentucky. Secession is truly on
It's last legs in Kentucky.
How great the contrast between the feel
ings Of the Federal and rebel forces! I'm
bounded enthusiasm upon our pant, and ter
rible detection upon theirs. Though they
may stile their feelings, it is none the less
apparent to them, as well as us, that they
are OF "but few days and full of trouble"
Rumor reports the evacuation of Bowling
Green by the rebels, which, however, needs
confirmation. Their advanced forces, have
fell back from Cave City and Bells tavern,
Destroying everything, left all buildings tha,
might be available 10 our army for hospitals;
also destroying all the fodder throughout
the surrounding country. that they could
not take with them, even killing cattle and
throwing them into streams to poison the
water. Can such vandalism he exceeded
Such can only he the acts of men made des.
rerate by the unholy cause they have es-
poused, OF from fearful sense OF the speedy
retrioution that awaits them.
In conclusion, do not think at home that
we ate Athlete with the blues here. We
have unlimited food for excitement; and in
addition, the feIvor OF patriotism glows
with increased brillancy day after day,
which fact alone should prevent depress-
ion of spirits. II anything should happen
OF note, you will. no doubt, be notified. In
the meantime. remain yours truly, DC,
SAMUEL o. THOMAS.
The Hancock Jeffersonian. [volume] (Findlay, Ohio) 1857-1870, 1862-01-31

WoRTHy OF NOTE. We are informed by
MIR. Y. A. Smith, who has for some time past
been collecting delinquent taxes throughout
this county. that in many instances he found
the owners Of real estate had enlisted for the
war, and their families were unable to pay
the taxes. He says he is indebted to Messrs.
Remover q Co.. of West Independence; ID.
d A. Peters, of Arcadiaj and Charles Fos-
'er' OF Fostoria. for their generosity in sup.
plying the means in such cases. Our coun-
"y Is not lost as long as she contains such
noble hearts.
The Hancock Jeffersonian. [volume] (Findlay, Ohio) 1857-1870, 1862-01-31
Our National Disordcrs-Dr. Roback',
GmrrS.

The American stomach is q tormentiug
organ. 1t is generally out nf order. The
reason is obvious. The driving man OF bus
mess has not time, or will not take time
properly 10 masticate lis food. lie bolts Il,
and as bad habits are catching, all classes
follow his example. Hcnce Dyspepsia, with
all its complications hence Indigestion,
Liver Complaint, and Disorders OF the d Nv.
els, in all their various phases. Against
these and hundred other complaints, the
scandinavian Blood Pills and Hood PuTG-
er are wagIng an extcrmlnating warlare.-
The success Of these medicines Las been as
tonshing, even IN an age of scientific MIRA
cies. They do not alleviate. they eAtinguish
disorder. The agony, the fever, the de-
bilty, the deSponGency, which characterize
Affections OF the digestive AMI secrr,ivc
organs, vanish under the influence of these
preparations. The constitution itself seem
to acquire new energy under their operation.
See advertisement.
The Hancock Jeffersonian. [volume] (Findlay, Ohio) 1857-1870, 1862-01-31

FORTRESS MONROE, Jan. 20 The
Richmond Dispatch OF Friday shows
that the rebels are much perplexed
at their defeat in Kentucky,
The Dispatch says: We regret to
say the report of the Federal victory
in Kentucky, conveyed to us on
Wednesday night from Northern
sources, is more than confirmed byI
intelligence received here at the War
department. 1t appears that our
defeat was more decisive than even
tho Northern accounts had led us to-
believe"
The Hancock Jeffersonian. [volume] (Findlay, Ohio) 1857-1870, 1862-01-31
BE Punctual.

lftU InAUii iirits.-Ihe Board OF schoui ~.
Il aminers for Hancock county, Will hold a
session Tor the purpose OF examining Teachers,
at the Union School room, in Findlay, ON The
arst Saturday OF January and the nrst Satur.
day of February, and tho first and third Satur.
days ofevery month thereafter, commencing A,
ten o'clock IA. M, untilfurther notice is given
JOHN BOWMAN, CLERK.
FIspLAy, Jan. ], 1874.
N. b. Allapphcanls will he roquired to pre.
sent to the Examiners certificate sighed by
two or moro Of their present or previous ani.
ployers, giving II satisfactory statement as 10
their moral character and fitithfulness as
Teachers; or, II they have never taught, one
signed by their Teachers, certifying to thsi,
snoral character and s,udious habits.
The Hancock Jeffersonian. [volume] (Findlay, Ohio) 1857-1870, 1862-01-31

Ham TINES. There is some little com.
plant in this region, Of "hard times" -
There is some foundation for it. blt no,
much. There should be none on the part o
any citizen Of Hancock.
Though in a state OF war, all the necessa-
ries Of life are abundant, and for the most
part command but moderate prices. With
pork at $50 to $500 per hundred pounds
wheat less than 3 100 per bushdl; aour less
than $500 per barrel; and corn % cents pei
bushel, and other produce in proportion
who has a right to complaint True, coffee,
sugar, tea, and rice have somewhat advanced
in price; but what of thatl We can dc
without these luXuries, and be the letter fol
it. But look at the fix the Southerners are
in, and lie content:
Specie is S5 per cent. premium, and con
federate money worthless. Besides this, a,
New Orleans, coffee rs 62 l.2 cents per ID.
mess pork, As cents; lard, 80 cents; bacon
23 TO % cents; and worse than all, the
Southern staff of life (rife whisky is 81 .l5
per gallon, and none to be had at that!--
The North rs paradise compared with The
South justnow, and Northern people should
cease grumbllng until there is real cause lor
il,
The Hancock Jeffersonian. [volume] (Findlay, Ohio) 1857-1870, 1862-01-31

4 RELIABLE CoScsnN. - Reader. we can
assure you from personal knowledge, that d.
B. De Land 4 Co.'S Chemical Sslfraius crn
he relied on as being perfectly pure, healthy
and uniform in its results. The proprietors
are also reliable men, Who have, by integri.
.y and perseverance, built up mammoth
business within few years PAST. Try the
Salernlus and prove our words true for your
selves 1t is for sale by all wholesale and
retail dealers in the country.
The Hancock Jeffersonian. [volume] (Findlay, Ohio) 1857-1870, 1862-01-31

LEAvENwoRTu, January 2S.--Thc
following general order, issued By
Major General Hunter, has caused
a sensation in civil and military cir
cles: lr the expedition about to be
started South from this department,
which is called, in the newspapers
Gen. LaLe's expedition, it is the in.
,ention OF the Major General COM
mandiug this department, to com.
maud in person unless otherwise cx,
pressly ordered by the government,
Transportation not having been sup.
piled us, we must go without it,
All tents, trunks. chests, chairs,
camp tables, camp clothes, &C.,
must be ut once stored or abandon.
ed. The General commanding takes
but one change Of clothing, and no
officer or Soldier will be allowed to
carry more. The surplus room IN
the knapsack must be reserved for
ammunition and provisions. Every
officer and Soldier will carry his owl,
clothing and bedding. The General
commanding has applied to the gov
ernment Tor six Brigadier Generals,
that this cammand may be properly
organized, and, unit! their arrival, il
is necessary that he should appoint
acting Brigadier Generals from the
senior Colonels; to enable him to dc
this in accordance with tie order on
the subject, each Colonel will imme-
diately report the date on which he
was mustered into tho service OF tue
United States.
(Signed,) ID. HUNTER,
. Maj. Gen. Commanding.
The Hancock Jeffersonian. [volume] (Findlay, Ohio) 1857-1870, 1862-01-31

DEArns.-Died on the 2sth instant, Nell
lie Chenowith-daughter of RI. and S. A.
Strother, - aged three years and twenty six
days.
"Nipped hv the winds untimely blast,
Parched by the suns director ray,
The momentary elorios waste,
The short.lved beauties die away.
But though earih's fairest Ill sscms fade,
And all beneath the sky is vain,
There is a brigher world on high,
Beyond the reach OF care and pain"
Died on the 2Sth instant, Of inflammation
on the Brain, infant of Samuel Larkins, aged
about FIVE months.
The Hancock Jeffersonian. [volume] (Findlay, Ohio) 1857-1870, 1862-01-31

HoTKL CnANoE.--Last Monday Mr.. Cunt
ner retired from the Reed House. and Mr..
ooles took his place. A splendid dinnel
was given to the regular guests Of the house
and large number of the citizens, on We'd
nesday. Mr.. O. Is landlord of experience,
and will undoubtedly give satisfaction to
all who put themselves in his hands.
The Hancock Jeffersonian. [volume] (Findlay, Ohio) 1857-1870, 1862-01-31

New ADVERTISEMENTS. The attention Of ev.
cry body ia directed tn the new advert isemcntS
in to.day's paper.
Isaac Davis--Tobacco,
DIR. pagin--Diptheria Cure.
Israel Green--Smith's Condition Powders.
T. 5. Page--Agents wanted.
The Hancock Jeffersonian. [volume] (Findlay, Ohio) 1857-1870, 1862-01-31
FiNoLAY MARKET,-CoTecteG weekly by
Taylor & CIoninger.

DRAssED Hoos.--Very lew arriving owing tu
the unlavorable weather. During the week,
prices ranged from 81 so 10 81 so.
CLEvELAND.--Wheat, red, 95c. Corn dull,
at 3iai5. Oats, d. Glover seed, 1870. Tim.
othy, $500, Dressed hogs, 1925.
New Yogx--Dressed Hogs, 81, 10 for western
Butter llal5c. for Ohio. Lard, sas 3.y. Nc
cattle market reported in yesterdays dailies
The Hancock Jeffersonian. [volume] (Findlay, Ohio) 1857-1870, 1862-01-31

THE FiFTY- SEVENTH. The following is a
list Of the regimental officers of the fifty.
seventh, now in Camp Chase, near Colum.
bus:
Colonel, William Mungen Lieutenan,
Colonel, l. N. Hathaway; Major, S. B. Wal.
ker; Surgeon, J. P. Haggott; Assistant Sur
reon, L. Woodruff; Adjutant, d. S. Price
Quariermaster, John Mcclure; Commissary,
L. L. Parker; Sutler, William F. Slade
Postmaster, J. Simms.
The companies have not yet been assign
ed their order in the regiment. The follow.
ing is list Of the officers OF the companies,
and the counties in which they were raised.
We have put them in the order in which
The Hancock Jeffersonian. [volume] (Findlay, Ohio) 1857-1870, 1862-01-31
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