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Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1862-10-03

WThe following patriotic letter is copied
from an Eastern paper. 1t has the true ring
and its sentiments breaths pure and holy
devotion fol the cause of the Union:
CARLTON Aug. Is, 1862.
CAPT. PRUYN:-I send you my son, Cas-
sius M. Richmond as substitute for myself
in this contest. 1 only regret that have not
fifty to send with you to fight for the Union.
His older brother went year since with Col.
Donnelly from Lockport That brave and
noble officer is no more. He fell last Satur-
day, fighting at the head of his troops. He
was greatly beloved by all his men. His
Lieut.. Col. Brown, of Medina, lost his arm.
Mothers, wives, sisters of the North, let us
weep for the brave, but hasten fifty men to
the field to fill the place of the lamented Dom
nelly. 1 give my husband leave of absence:
If he appears at your office, give him a sword
and a rifle. My third son, lad of sixteen,
begs to 60. For once, I wish !! was man.
Yours, for the Union,
LUCINDA RICHMOND.
S.-Twenty millions of white men to be
whipped by ten millions of rebels and ne
groes! Can this be possible? L.R.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1862-10-03

The FATE OF THE SECOND WISCONSIN REGI-
MENT.-The career of the Second Wisconsin
Re giment is practically ended All that remains
of the eleven hundred who left Wisconsin
alittle more than twelve months ago, are fifty
nine war-worn and battle grimlned men. Al
most every blood stained field of Maryland and
Virginia is enriched by the bones of the dead
from that noble regiment There were ten
overhowing companies when the regiment
left the State. Every fight took away some of
them from the ranks. The hospital did it's
share in the fatal work They were at Bull
Run at the first disaster Afterward they were
with Mcdowell many months in Virginia
Then they were at Bull Run again, passing
through all the principal battles of Pope's re-
treat toward Washington. Then Mcclellan
took them with him into Maryland to drive
the enemy from there.-Milwaukee News.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1862-10-03
~ The following is an extract from let

90 The following is an extract from let
ter written by John Hayes, of the 10th, to his
brother in this city. 1t throws new light on
the battle of Iuka
CoR1Nrn, MISS, Sept. Oath, '62.
Dear Brother The 9TH, 10th, 18th,
and 10th, were the only Iowa regiments en-
gagged in the battle at Iuka on Friday. The
three former are part of Gen. Rozencrans's
army. The latter, and the 18th, 18th, and
10Th, compose the Iowa Brigade, which has
been at Bolivar since July last, until the 14th
inst when it returned here. On the 18th,
two days in advance of the expedition, the
10th was ordered to Iuka, and thus became
detached from the Brigade, and fought under
Rozencrans. The battle was entirely with
Rozencrans's army, Price having made the at
tack before the arrival of Gen. Ord's COM
mand. The plan was to surround Price.
Gen. Rozencrans went to the south, and Gen.
Ord's command to the west and north OF
Iuka. A simultaneous attack was to have
been made on Saturday morning, but before
Rozencrans had reached his position, on Fri
day afternoon, the enemy came out two miles
to meet him, and the battle was fought. Gen.
Ord's command Cat whose Headquarters was
Gen. Grant, conducting the whole expedition
was entirely ignorant of the whole affair,
and crept up cautiously on Saturday morning,
when to their surprise the enemy had disap-
peared.
The loss of the 10th regiments reported as
twelve killed and some sixty wounded. The
loss in missing cannot yet ascertain, but it i:
large. None killed or seriously wounded II
company c. COL Chambers, at first reported
fatally wounded, will probably recover, though
two serious wounds place the prospect o
complete recovery far distant. He was lef
senseless on the field, and afterward takcr
prisoner by the rebels, but left at Iuka wher
thew evacuated on Saturday morning. HI
was not paroled, however, and the regiment
earnestly. heartily hopes he will soon be abb
to return to it. As an evidence that he wa
foremost among the brave in the late battle
| it NAV be recorded that in the engagement n
killed the rebel General Littler. Lieutenan
George Lawrence, Adjutant, OF Burlington
was killed. Liet. Williams, Co. l, seriousl!
wounded. Other officers wounded, but non
dangerously. 1
The regiment is still under Gen. Rozen
Grams, in pursuit of Price, though it will un
doubtedly return to Corinth, as the whole al
!, my hereabouts is to be recognized yer.
soon.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1862-10-03

- At meeting of the officers and mem
bers of company A, 35th regiment, of which
the deceased was an esteemed member, the
following resolutions were unanimously ap-
proved:
WHEREAS, In the providence of God, death
has entered our hitherto unbroken circle, and
removed from us our loved and lamented
comrade, Theodore Harker, under circum-
stances that excite in our hearts peculiar grief
Therefore,
Resolued, That in this affective dispense
ton we mourn one of our members. Though
summoned away in early manhood he had &C
ted worthily his part in all the stations to
which he had been called, whose many en-,
dearing qualities had made him the centre OF
an ever-enlarging circle of friends, and whose
upright private life the beautiful product OF
native virtues, and guided by vigorous intel
lectual powers was sadly terminated by the
death Of the youthful patriot.
Resolued, AS an expression Of sympathy
for the family and friends of the deceased in
this, their bereavement, we present them cop
les of these resolutions.
VIM B. Keller,
Captain Co. A. 35th reg't
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1862-10-03

CoNTRABANDs.-An number of ''reliable con-
trabands'' came in on the train, esterday.-
They were from Cairo, and had been trans
ported hither by the Government at the re-
quest of number Of our most respectable
citizens, who were DESTROYS of securing their
services, and therefore formed themselves in
to committee, and addressed Gen. Tuttle,
who forwarded them. They consisted of six
women and two likely boys. Their odd man.
ners and grotesque actions afforded consider
able amusement to the crowd of curiosity
seekers gathered around them. They were
assigned good places, where they will be we'll
and comfortably provided for. They We're
apportioned as follows: Messrs. Jacob Butler,
j. Compton, Suel Foster, H. S. Compton, J.
A. Wilson and S. G. Adams, one each. Mr..
S. L. Foss took the remaining two. The
boys, secured by Messrs. Butler and Foster,
were formerly owned by Gen. Pillow. He
has taken very expeditions way to rid him
self of his property. They were all owned in
Mississippi Gen. Tuttle is disposing Of the
large lot on his hands very fast, there being a
great demand for them. daily, LIST.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1862-10-03

PATRIOTIC O. Butler, Esq, ordered, al
his own expense, three hundred copies of the
WEEKLY JOURNAL, of last week, with Hon.
Chas D. brakes speech, for the purpose of
distributing them gratuitously among the SOL
diers. Mr. B. is determined that our brave
defenders in the field shall have all the light
possible on the great questions of the day
when thew come to vote. We are certain that
no better document for the purpose could be
selected than Mr.. brakes speech.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1862-10-03

~ For the satisfaction of the public, the
committee, to whom was consigned the eight
contrabands that arrived in Muscatine Tues
day morning, wish to state that we acted under
the authority of the United States Govern
ment and that said contrabands came, and
still are, and will remain, under the protection
of the War Department. For such protection
we are only trustees, accountable to General
Tuttle, commanding Department at Cairo
J. COMPTON,
Secretary of Committee
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1862-10-03

Change Of Township Meetings.
CITIZENS OF SEVENTY -SIx-Owing to bad
weather, the meeting advertised at Hendricks
School House was postponed, to Friday eve
ming, Oct 10th. No postponement then.
CITIZENS OF ORoNo-lt has been deemed
advisable to drop the appointment at Brock
ways, and invite you to attend in mass meet
ing, at Cones School house, in Pike town.
ship, on the 18th inst We know you are
all right, and wish to direct our efforts where
we know there is more to do.
CITIZENS OF PIKE-In addition to the meet
ing at Cones School house, Republican speak
ers will attend and address you at Wallings-
fords School house, on Thursday evening,
Oct 9Th. Union men, and all others, are in
vited L. H. WAsHBuRN,
Chm'n Cen. Com.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1862-10-03

PROVERBS OF THE BILLINGS FAMILY.-Pye.
seroed By Josh Billings, Esq.-If you kant
git gud cloaths and eddication too, git the
cloaths.
Say how are ye? to everybody.
kultiva,e modesty, but mind and keap o
gud stock ofimpidence on hand.
Ifyu argy, never git beat.
Bee charitable-thre sent pieces war made
on purpose.
1t costs more to borry than to buy.
Eff a man aatters yu, yu ken kalkerlate that
he's roge, or yure fule
kepe both ize open, but don't Gee morn half
you notis.
N b.-these ar proverbs hev stood for
morn hundred years, and haint gin out
yet.-Merry Museum
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1862-10-03

FIVE DOLLARS REwARD.-As certain indi.
vidual stated in the public meeting at the
Court House, Tuesday evening, that the Jour-
nal had charged all Democrats with being
secessionists, we hereby offer him five dollars
reward for copy of the paper containing said
charge We think they must be scarce, as
we have never seen any.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1862-10-03

REINsrArED.-Col. Crabb, Of the 10th, has
ment. The authorities of the State, on learn.
ing of his removal for physical disability.
made application to the War Department for
his reinstatement He Is very popular with
his regiment, and goodotticer We arc glad
to hear Of his return to the army.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1862-10-03

aF Mrs. Frances d. Gage, one of the no.
Tie women and real workers of the West, has
left for Port Royal, to exert her rare talents
and untiring energies in the cause of the con-
trabands-" to see for myself'-as Mrs. g.
informs her friends in the Ohio Farmer
whether the emancipated slave will work for
money, like other people-whether freedom
inclines him to savagism, and makes him de-
sire to lie and steal or cut his masters throat;
and most of all, whether it impels him to fly
from the land of his bi,th, the Sunny South,
to the colder regions of the North
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1862-10-03

RETrRNEp-Dr. Johnson, Assistant Sur
geon of the l 18th Iowa. returned to his home
in this city last Saturday. We are sorry to
announce that he returns home quite sick,
and in view of his health giving away has
thought it best to resign. We hope, how
ever. to See him soon restored to health.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1862-10-03
TELEcRAPHIC.
MILITARY GOVERNOR FOR
FLORIDA.
Fire at Providence, RhOae Is
land.
DANGEROUS COUNTERFEITS

PROVIDENCE, r. l., Sept 81.
Brig. Gen. Rodman died his wounds this
morning.
Two brick buildings, 1856 feet long, por-
ton of the extensive patent leather manufac-
fury Oft. P. Howell & Co, was destroyed by
fire, this morning, with large quantity of
knapsacks and leather. Loss, $75 ,OO0-fully
insured.
The Heral@s correspondent says it is I'M
derstood that Hon. Eli Thayer will receive the
appointment of Military Governor of Florida.
This appointment is made with view to ena-
BILE Thayer, and those who are acting with
him, to carry out their schemes for the intro
duction into Florida of Northern laborers.
New YORK, Oct. l.
Com. Vanderbilt is converting the steamer
Vanderbilt, which he lately gave to the Unit
ed States, into man of war. She will carry
- guns Of heavy calibre, and will be the fast
est war vessel at1oat.
PHILADELPHIA, Oct. l.
Peterson's Detector cautions the public of
a new and dangerous counterfeit on the City
Bank of Montreal, of Canada, of the denomin-
alton of four dollars 1t is as follows
Vignette: Vulcan, with one anvil, train of
cars, &c, in the distance, the coat-of arms of
Canada, and an Indian woman ON the right
end, Cupid bestriding lion, and 4 on the
left. AS Canada money is at Il premium,
they may be largely shaved. Also, spurious
IS on Mechanics Bank of New York are be-
ing largely circulated
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1862-10-03

The paroled prisoners from Harper's Ferry,
numbering from 5000 to 10000, are on their
way to the Northwest to be employed in the
var against the Indians. They are to report
at Camp Douglas, Chicago, where they will
be equipped and armed.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1862-10-03

WLieut Dawson of Virginia, men,
Der of Longstreet's staff, who has just arriv-
ed in Philadelphia as prisoner of war, says
the true cause of Beauregard's retirement
from active service was softening of the brain.
He received on this account leave of absence
for four months. Lee was regarded as the
best General, Johnston the second, and Beau
regard the third
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1862-10-03

A CURIOSITY MIR Uford exhibited to US,
yesterday, branch from an apple tree grow
ing in his yard, on which were apples and
blossoms growing together. This is phe-
nomenon very seldom seen in this country
The apples were fine specimens of winter
Rambos.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1862-10-03

A WHOLE SouLED VoLUNTEER.-Conrad
Bancroft, of Canandaigua, New York, has en-
listed as private in Col. Johnson's regiment,
now in Geneva. He invests all his bounty
and seven hundred dollars additional, in the
town bonds, for war fund. and has made .
will by which, in case he does not return, all
his property is to be distributed among the
widows and orphan children of the volunteers
from Canandaigus. Such patriotism deserves
notice
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1862-10-03

GEO. FRANCES TRAIN, humbug Yankee
who was arrested for debt in England, few
weeks since, and managed to have an account
sent by the steamer attributing the arrest to
political causes, out-Barnums Barnum by
throwing down tho gauntlet for an argument
with Sumner, Wilson and Phillips. His
huge bid for an advertisement has failed-the
last proclamation has effectually punctured
his bag of wind
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1862-10-03
Secretary Of Committee.

STATE FAIR.-The managers of the State
Fair are peculiarly unfortunate in their selec-
ton of days for their exhibitions. During the
last two years they have had rainy days.
Unless it clears up to-day they will have poor
show. The three days rain has at least spoil
ed the fine track prepared by the citizens Of
Dubuque, and made it useless. We hope
they may have good weather during the re-
mainder of the Fair.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1862-10-03

"The Banana tree" said Humboldt, twill
furnish food for fifty persons upon the same
surface which, under wheat, will maintain
but two. The potato will maintain three
,imes as many as wheat The extent Of
fcountry and varieties of climate which crop
will endure, are appreciable elements in the
estimate of its value"
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1862-10-03

REruENED.-Jos. Richar dson, Es O., has re-
turned, to abide with us again. He has been
appointed Cashier in the Branch of the State
Bank at this place. His we'll known business
qualifications are sure guarantee that the
affairs of the Bank will not suffer in his hands.
We are glad to welcome him back again.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1862-10-03

Orders for the revenue stamps must
cover remittance of Treasury notes, or an
Original certificate of a United States Treasu-
rer or designated depository Of deposit made
for the purchase of stamps. Stamps will not
be RENTED upon the receipt Of checks and
drafts upon banks.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1862-10-03

MILITARY ORGANIZATION OF WoMEN.-At
Dearborn, in Michigan, last week, Capt. Speed
organized company Of one hundred young
women, and administered to them the consti-
tutionai oath, with the pledge to search out
am iliesof volunteers and supply their wants.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1862-10-03

STILL AHEAD-The Courie, announced
yesterday, that the oath had received march
ing orders. We wonder where the Courier
receives its early intelligence. The Colonel
is not aware of any such orders.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1862-10-03
~ The Committee to award premiums for

u The Committee to award premiums for
the best stallion, at the Scott County Fair,
could come to no decision, being divided on
the merits of the different horses. The Off
GERS of the Fair were then called on, and gave
the 1st premium, of 5000, to Blackbird.-
The I'd, of 800, was awarded to Bashaw.-
Tom Hyer was awarded discretionary pre-
MUM of $50.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1862-10-03
MARRIED.

On Tuesday, Sept 0th at the residence of the brides
father. by the Rev. Charles Paige, John Mccormick
Jr.. LIST Sergeant Company E. IS regi ment Iowa vol
unteers, and Fannie E., second daughter of Green
Sparks, Esq all of this city.
Our young friends have our warmest congratulations
and wishes for their happiness The bridegroom will
soon be off to the strife, but hope he may
have q safe return and long life ofjoy.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1862-10-03

wThc Arsenal at Indianapolis is now
said to be the most extensive in the United
States. Over five hundred hands are employ.
ed night and day, turning out upwards OF
five hundred thousand cartridges for small
arms daily, as well as large quantities Of shot,
shell and canister.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1862-10-03

SINGULAR Co1NcfDENcE.-It Is curious
coincidence, worthy ofremark, that the recent
decisive battle fought by General Mcclellan
on theAntietam took place on the 18th Of
September-the very day on which, seventy
five years ago, the Constitution of the United
States was signed and adopted.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1862-10-03

yellow FEVER AT KEY WRsr-The yell
low fever still prevails at Key West to fear
full extent The frigate St. Lawrence, lying
in the harbor, has lost twenty-five Of hr Off
GERS and crew, and there were at last &C.
counts forty-six cases on board the ship. The
Huntsville has lost seven of her officers and
crew, and there are a number of cases on
board.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1862-10-03

SURGEON OF THE 24th.-Dr j. NJ Wither-
wax, of Davenport, has been appointed Sur,
Oldest and most successful practitioners of that
city, and will make an excellent Surgeon.
The oath is fortunate in procuring his SER
vices
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1862-10-03

Coon TEAM.-Mr A. D Carson, of Gales
burg, Illinois, has purchased the celebrated
trotting mare Wasp" of J. H. Bacon, for
merly owned by J. A. Green, ESQ, of this
city. He intends matching her with his horse
Minnehaha. They will make good team.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1862-10-03

A steel suspension bridge of 10 yards
span is now undergoing the scientific test at
Birkenhead, England. The steel used in its
construction, stood the handsome test of
seventy tons per square inchof tensile strain.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1862-10-03
SPECIAL NOTICES.

HELMBOLD'S EXTRACT BUCHU,
TIE GREAT DIURETIC.
HELMHOLDS EXTRACT BCCHU,
THE GREAT DIURETIC.
HELMBOLp'S EXTRACT BgCHU,
TIE GREAT DIURETIC
HELMBOLD'S EXTRACT BUCbU,
THE GREAT DIUEETIC.
And Positive and Specific Remedy for Diseases of the
Bladder Kidneys,
Gravel, Dropsy
Organic Weakness,
And all Diseases of the Urinary Organs
See Advertisement in another column Cut it out, and
send for the Medicine at once.
BeU0re Of Counterftits.
March 22-2m
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1862-10-03

CEDAR COUNTY FAIR-This Fair will be
held at Upton, on the 14th, 18th, and 10th
of October The Society is well organized
has fitted excellent grounds, and is in fair
way to have very handsome exhibition.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1862-10-03

81 A wag was once heard to say, that
the difference between the southern and north
ern people is, those in the South never see
anything they can eat, while those in the
North never eat anything they can sell,
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1862-10-03
BACHELORS HAIR DYE!
THE REST IN TUT, xuopJn

Willism A. Bachelors celebrated Hair Dy. pro-
duces color not to be distinguished from nature war;
ranted not to Djure the Hair in the least remedies
the effects of bad dye and nvgorates the Hair for life
GREY. RED or RUSTY HAIR instantly turns a splen.
did Black Brown leaving the Hair soft and beauti
full. Sold by all Druggists, &c.
pD' The genuine is signed WILLIAM A. DATCHE-
LOR, TIE four sides of each boz.
FACTORY, No. 81 Barclay street, New York, Late
233 Broadway and 16 Bond streetl
June 21ydSw
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1862-10-03

Gen. Curtis, ina speech at St. Louis Thurs
day evening, said he was not in favor Of the
Union as it used to be or was now, but as it
should be. His illusions to the emancipation
proclamation were enthusiastically applauded.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1862-10-03

D@Mrs. Lincoln has recently, made lib.
eral contribution to the contrabands in Wash.
ington, many Of whom are in suffering con.
dition.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1862-10-03

g Illinois has sent 26 of her GA new reg
iments into the field. Seventeen at Louisville,
one at Cincinnati, five at Cairo, and three in
Missouri.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1862-10-03

~" DR.. O. D. Cass, our we'll known citi-
zen, banker and pioneer physician, left by last
Sundr"'s express fora short visit to the States.
He took along with him seventy -fve pounds
of fine looking "gulch' and ''retort" He
can give ocular assurance to those eastern
folks that we have at least "the color' in our
Colorado mines" ROCKY Mountain Meas.
We are glad to learn our old friend is again
to visit his former scenes. We hope he will
pay us a visit before his return, as his numer-
Gus friends in this city would be pleased to
see him. The Doctor was one of the first to
leave here on the reported discovery of gold
at the "Peak." We are pleased to hear of his
success.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1862-10-03
To CONSERVATIVES.

10 COuSumptlves.
THE ADVERTISER, HAVING BEEN RESTORED
to health in a few weeks, by a very simple remedy
after having suffered several years With severe lung
affection, and that dread disease Consrmp anx.
fous to make known to his ellow-sue the
cure.
To all who desire it, he will send copy of the pre-
scription used ree of charge with the directions
preparing and using the same, which they will find
sure Cure for Consumption. Asthma, Bronoh &C. The
only object Of the advertiser in sending the prescrip
ton is to benefit the afflicted, and spread information
which he conceives to be invaluable he hopes ev-
sufferer will try his remedy 1t will cost them
nothing, and may prove a blessing.
Parties wishing the prescription will please address
Rev. EDWARD A. WILSON,
sepl53ml Williamsburg, Kings County, Y