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Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1862-10-17
NRw YoRK, Oct. 10.

NEW HoRK, Oct. 10.
The Worlds Hilton Head correspondent
OF the 5th says that an expedition under
Branuan left there on the lst inst. The ex-
pedition arrived at tho mouth of st. Johns
river, and opposite May Point on the morning
OF the 2d. The troops were Immediately dis
embarked, the infantry in flats aud the cayal-
ry horses, as usual, we're thrown overheard.
The enemy's works situated on ST. Johns
Bluff commanded the river, and was a most
formidable work of itself, mounting o guns
of heavy calibre, and completely surrounded
by a thick underground of woods and marsh
es It's only approach by land was cause
way Of abouta mile in length, commanded by
the rear Of the fort.
A gunboat reconnaissance was made on the
3D. without loss on our side. On the Sd,
Col. Good took up the line Of march for the
bluff, while the fleet slowly advanced up the
river. On his march, Col Good completely
surprised rebel cavalry camp. Here two
cases of rifles were captured.
Leaving this camp, Col q ood and his COM
maud pushed rapidly on, and surprised an
infantry camp. Large captures were made,
consisting of new haversaeks and equipments,
and all the enemy's arms and ammunition.
he rebels left in great haste.
The enemy's camps we're utterly destroy
ed, and our force again pushed on. The
squadron arrived within range of the fort a.
bout 8 ~ p m. and opened brisk fire.
After sheling half an hour aud receiving no
response, the Cameron sent launch ashore,
when it was found deserted At l-2
O'Clock, the stars and stripes were raised a.
bove the rebel works. amid the deafening
cheers of our gallant army and navy
The plans were well laid and admirably
executed by both branches of our service,
and much honor Is due to Gen. Brannan for
our boodless. but signifeaut. victory. Most
of the captured ordnance are English riaed
cannon of recent make, and an immense guam
tity of English conical shell were found
The fort will be Immediately destroyed
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1862-10-17

WoMEN FOR THE TINES The little town
Of Waterville, Lamoille Co., casting about
100 votes, and having sent nearly that num-
Der of soldiers to the war, is furnishing still
further examples worthy Of imitation. We
learn from the Ne,0sdeoler, that on Friday,
the Sd inst. Mrs. II. Beard and Mrs Curtis
Beard. whose husbands are both gone to the
war. having got the corn raised on their
farms into the barn, made ''husking,' and
invited the women Of the neighborhood, to
the number OF eight or ten, and husked out
so or 40 bushels OF ears. This is the spirit
demanded by the times, and the example is
worthy Of imitation.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1862-10-17
HARRIsBURGH. Pa, Oct.

HARRIsBU RGH, Pa, Oct. 10.
Gov Curtin has just received the follow
ing dispalch from Col. Mcclure at Cham bers-
burg:
Mercersburg was occupied by Stewart's
rebel cavalry to-day, and thoy are now ad-
vancing on Chambersburg.
They took horses aud all other property
they wanted at Mercersburg Offering rebel
scrip for it. They did no injury to individu-
ais that have heard Of The force is est-
mated at 10000. The rebels are certainly
advancing on Chambersburgh. They have
cut the Bedford wires, and are reported as
near as St. Thomas about miles from here.
They will certainly give us a call to-nighi-
We can make no resistance as it would only
exasperte them and cause the wanton destruc-
tion of property and life.
CHAMBERsBURG, Pa. Oct. 10.
LArER.-S O'Clock, p. m.-About Is men
on horseback are in town with carbin es and
flag Of truce. They want to see the pIin-
cPal men of the town They have a large
force about mile from town who will enter
in an hour.
LATEST. Col Mcclure and Provost Mar
shall Finnell have just gone two miles from
the town to meet the rebel commander -
Nothing can be done except to surrender -
We look for the whole force in half an hour.
They crossed the Potomac at Hanlock and
came over the country to the Pittsburg Pike
The deposit of the Chambersburg bank has
not been returned from New York since the
late raid.
Gov Curtin is now pushing troops up the
valley
Dispatches just received from Shepens-
burgh confirm the news Of the occupation of
Chambersburg. The advance rebel force
consists of 1000 cavalry and pieces OF artiI-
terry.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1862-10-17

SHoRr AND SwEEr-We are pleased to
see the movement for short session Of the
Legislature. Resolve that no bill or other
new business be received after Oct 20; make
all the elections Of officer. by chat date; and
fix upon the 3oth for adjournment sine die.
We have thought that possible. 1t is worth
trying. OF course there mus; be no time lost
if that is to be accomplished The revision
Of the statutes is the only real obstacle we
can see. Ii that be treated as one bill, and
be referred to large committee to examine
and report whatever amendments are neces-
sary, the work can be both well and quickly
done. In truth the labor would fall chiefly
on the committee, which can have leave to
sit at all times. We presume that if an in
tellgent committee should agree upon a re-
port, the Two Houses will find little difficulty
in concurrence Possibly l. may be wise to
constitute such a committee to repor, at an
adjourned session, or even to the next Legis-
lature.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1862-10-17

G1S' We learn that the Clerk OF the House
has appointed for two of his assistants Messrs,
John II. Flagg, of Wilmington, and Daniel
r Dudley, of Royalton both young
men of pleasing address and gentlemanIy de-
pertinent and If we may judge rom our
limited acquaintance, and the representations
of their friends, they will perform the duties
OF their appointment with credit to them
selves and to the acceptance of the House,
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1862-10-17

THE SPEAKERsH For the second time
in the history of Vermont son succeeds the
father in the Speakers chair. John Smith
was speaker in 1881, 32 and 'S3; and we
take this occasion to acknowledge our indebt-
edness to him for our first public office
that of messenger. Daniel Buck was Speak
er in 1903, and "a and ID, A. A, Buck, the
son, filled the same office in 1920, '2l, '22,
rs, '26, and 30
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1862-10-17
eaatrbman y State Sourual.
THE LEGISLATURE.
BY X. p. WALTON.

Election-day, for a wonder, opened with bright
skies and an atmosphere a slight degree cooler
than the unusual warmth Of the two or three pre-
ceding days. The attendance is large, and the
various branches Of " trade and commerce" -four
ish as usual with apparently very little respect for
the stringent terms Of the Excise law.
As will be seen by the proceedings the lepisla.
ture commences the business of the session under
exceedingly pleasant and favorable circumstances.
Speaker Hunton having declined a third election.
the Hon. JoHN GREGoRY SMITH. Of st. Albans.
was elected Speaker upon the first ballot by A de-
cded majority Mr., Smith is too well and too IA
vorably known 10 the people Of the State to need
any commendation from us. Twice has Frank
lin county honored him with a seat in the Senate.
and he is now serving his third term as represcn.
taiive from St. Albans. A gentleman Of educa-
ton " culture possessing general business talents
OF the first order-of fine appearance and adj
dress, and familiar with the business of legislation
--he cannot fail Of winning an enyiabe reputa-
ton as presiding officer Of the House. We well
remember when his father filed the same position
with distinguished honor. May his broad mantle fall
upon the son. And in speaking thus Of Mr.. smith,
W. by no means wish to detract from the merits of
Mr. Gardner, his competitor whose eminent fit
ness for the position we presume was questioned
by none
Mr. Stewart, the Clerk elect, has had expert
ence as assistant under Col Cummings his
election by those who have had proof of his mor-
It's Is the best commentator he could have.
la the Senate, the excellent Secretary Of last
year HENRY CLAHK, Esq. was reelected without
opposition 4 new assistant, Mr. CHAs ALLEN.
Of Burlington, chosen instead of Mr. Tyler
Being we'll endorsed by Senator Edmunds, no
doubt the election was vol merited
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1862-10-17

fERkfNlLLE, oct. y.
Bragg's army attacked two divisions OF
Gen. McCook's army corps near this
place yesterday The fighting was desperate
Gen. James S. Jackson ex-congressman OF
KY, commanding division was killed. Gen.
Sewell Of Virginia commanding a brigade
was seriously wounded.
On two occasions the fighting was hand to
hand The conGederates were greatly supe-
nor 10 the Federals in number
Gen McCook was soon heavily reinforced
by the Federals, and the battle was resumed
to-day. The fighting was mainly done By
Rosecranz's division, formerly Gen, Mitch
ellis division.
Among the causalties at Perryvlle on
Wednesday are the following
Gen. Jackson, killed Acting Brig. Gen
Webster, killed Acting Brig Gen. Little,
killed Major Campbell of the 18th Ken
lucky Cavalry, killed Col. Pope Of the same
regiment was wounded.
There is no confirmation of the death Of
Cen Sheridan. Gen. Rosseau is reported
slightly wounded.
Col. Waliord, of the LIST Ky. Cavalry, af-
ter making five charges, took two Kentucky
batteries and the enemy after very hard
fighting, were driven back some eight miles.
The foregoing relates TO Wednesday
fight
There are various rumors circulating re-
la,iye to the fight. which took place yester-
day. Thursday which are said to be favorable
to the Federals. But they can be traced to
no authentic source. and Headquarters, at II
O'Clock this Friday morning, have received
no authentic adyices from the battlefield
later than Wednesday evening
Our force in tina. fight was about $4,000
infantry, assisted by eight batteries of ar
tillery and $50 cavalry, but this force was re-
iniorced toward the close.
The rebel force has not been estimated --
No accounts have been received of the losses
on either side, but ours is supposed TO be
large from the mortality among field officers.
A large ambulance train is now leaving
Louisville to bring tue wounded hither.
LoUisyGLLE, Oct. 10.
Early yesterday morning General Buel at
tackled Bragg's forces at Chaplin Greek in
the immediate vicinity of Perryyille A short
but terrific fight eusned, when the rebels
broke and retreated rapidly over three d.
verging roads southwark, our forces in close
pursuit. tits hoped that the lot will be bag.
ged At tho last accounts Gen Glbotts
forces were in the rear of the rebels and
some distance below them. Military exigen-
cies require the suppression of details.
No further account of losses on either side
bsyo been received
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1862-10-17

LAST NIGHr,-lf you would witness the
magical powers of the " Celebrated Harring-
ton do not fail to visit his final exhibition
" llfto llail ilii- Stnrd-N evening
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1862-10-17

An OLD MEMBER OF THE LEGISLATURE
Among the uncounted thousands who have
been gathered to the dead during the present
year, Is an Old and active member Of the
House OF Represenlatives-Hon WoLcorr
II KgELEB. Of Cbittenden. He served four
teen years, term very rarely equalled. But
one instance OF longer service occurs Lewis
Hgbee represented st, George twenty-one
years Weremember Judge Keeler as an iui-
puIsive and earnest man. attentive to the bu-
siness Of the House, and often engaging in
debate, though never attempting formal
speech. At home we judge be would be the
active man in the town meeting such he was
in the House. He claimed the honor Of in
Producing the bill to abolish imprisonment
for debt, Of which the late Senator L ham
was the leading advocate and that is enough
t. entitle any man 70 honorable remembrance.
In politics Judge Keeler was democrat and
be was an ardent one until the party forfeited
the favor Of honest men by oountenancing the
assault Of slavery upon Kansas when he
transferred his support to the Republican
party
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1862-10-17

GEN. BANKs.--lt is rumored that Banks
will be Secretary Of War. We have long
marked him for the army or navy in case O.
reconstruction of the Cabinet. His execu-
tive capacity is transcendant, and moreover
he is both plucky and lucky.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1862-10-17

Prayer by the Chaplain
Jpuiual Of yesterday read and approved.
Resoiation-By Senator Edmunds inquinng in regard
10 the alleged misconduct Of the 7h Vermont regiment
at the battle Of Baton Rouge Adopted.
joni Resolutions From the house. relating to the
committee 70 canvass the votes io judges Of the county
court sheriff. high ba, judges Of probate, justices Of
the peace and TO declare the persons so elected and re-
port thereon to the general assembly adopted Reat-
Ing 10 the meeting Of the two houses IN jVnt assembly
to elect Judges Of the supreme court and reporter of lis
decisions ordered lie Relating 70 final adjournment;
r,d,red 10 lie Relating p pfoenfing lsgitlsti'' d'rrr
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1862-10-17

Mr. Hnkley called mp the resolution directing the
clerk 10 notify the governor of the organization Of the
House and OF their readiness receive any communica-
ton he may be pleased make and said resolution was
adopted
The chair Informed the House that he had received
communication from the governor, tn he had taken
aud subscribed the oath of o that he had appointed
Samuel Williams ESQ 0f Rutland secretary Of civ and
military affairs and tnat he proposed transmit his
annual message to the House this alte at three
o'clock.
The chair informed the House that the o.ths for the
members t. subscribe had been arranged in due form
by the clerks. aud that the members would seyerally
subscribe their names thereupou the Clerk called the
roll for this purpose
message was received from Mr. Williams, See. Of
civil and military affairs, as follows
Mr. speaker directed by the governor 10 transmit
herewith the annual message the Senate aud House
Of representatives. The message then read BY the
clerk, and motion Of Dir Hunton it ordered TO
lie on the table and the clerk directed procure the
printing of one thousand copies for the Senate and House
of representatives
message was read from the governor by Mr. VIII
hams his secretary transmitting the report of Hon Milo
l. Bennett Of the revision Of the complied statutes.
On motion Of MIR Shaw the report dered to liz
on the table
On motion Of Mr. Hgbee, the House adjourned
SATURDAY, Oct. IL.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1862-10-17

Resolutions by Mr. Stewart, that the rules Of senat,
for the year 1851 be adopted for this session, with
exception Of the 4lst, which should be amended as
20 provide or appointment Of two pages for the Senate
instead of one Adopted.
By Mr. iiichardsou that the Senate proceed elect
secretary the enauinR session Mr. Stewart moved an
amendment providing or the election of assistant
reary AZ the same time Resolution adopted, with ths
amendment.
Mr. stewart nominated Henry Clark Of Poultney, for
secretary who was elected by unanimous ballot
n Bentley nominated flr assistant secretary Milton
X. Tyler 81 leasburgh Dir Nelson seconded the nom
nation
Mr. Ednunds nominated Chas D. Allen Of Burin gton
Mr stoushton secon led this nomination
Mr. Alien vas elected by the following ballot
Whole number 30
Necessary for choice Is
c +. Allen IS
NJ x. Tyler IA
Mr. stewart moved to proceed to the election " chap
lain for the ensuing sesson- Agreed to.
MI Allen nominated Leland Howard Of Rutland
MI Bradford nominated Levi II stone o. Northheld.
MI Stone was elected by the following ballot
Whole number 80
Necessary for choice l6
l.. X Stone p
l. Howard
The Senate then Adjourned, motion Of Mr. Stewart.
HOUSE.
At ten clock A. NJ the House called TO order
by thc Secretary OF State, Hon. Geo W, Bailey, Jf.
Payer was offered oy Rev Isaac MeAun, Of Mont
pcser
Mr.. Shaw moved 70 admit Lew ii. Allen Repre-
sentative of the town o. Troy without presenting his
cTedtufiAiss which muuuh was agreed TO-
Mr. Hsrtick moved 90 admit VIM. 4 Nichols Re
pfesenuve of the Of RuuaHd without credentials
which motion was agreed go.
Mt labor moved 20 admit A. +. Woodman as Re
preventative from the town OF Brighton without present.
ing his credentials, which agreed To.
The several members who had answered % their names
upon the call of the roll, then and took the usual
Oaths OF office.
The Secretary then stated that the first business be-
fore lhe House the election Of speaker for TIE year
ensuing.
Mr. Hunton nominated Hon John q. Smith, Of st.
Adams which nomination seconded by Mr. shaw.
OF Bennington
The Secretary appointed Messrs Huutou, Shaw Of
Burlington and Warren u Orwell 70 act as teeTs.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1862-10-17

Joim Resohsfion by Mr Rdmunds, providing for a
join, assembly on Tuesday Oct "A, At half past 10 o.
clock TO complete the election Of United States senator
Adopted
BiRs introduced and rsferrea.-By Mr. Kirkland al
1erng chap 10 10 com on printing BY Mr. Cree,
authorizing towns to raise money 10 pay aodieFs max
ing promises Of bounty to soldiers contract enforcibo
BY laws 70 com on printing. BY Mr. Stafford. extending
the charter Of Aseutney bank to com on banks.
House 6W passed.--House bill No, 4, making proys-
100 for Vermont troops, proposal Of amendment by
senator Stevens extending such provision the
panes Of cavalry lately raised having been previously
adopted By the senate taken up, il being the special
order for the time. Mr. Stafford moved the reoonsde
tion Of the vote adopting the amendment, IL having
been found that ths provision contemplated by the
amendment was already made Mr. Stevens seconded
the motion On the reconsideration OF the vote by the
SeuAte, Mr. Stevens withdrew the amendment.
Mr Clark ~ Iisnnirg gtnu, opposed the bill He ssid
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1862-10-17
LEGISLATURE or VERMONT.
TnuRspAY, o.. Q. ls62

THURSDAY, Oct. 9, 1862.
Pursuant to the Constitution the Senators
and Representative met in their respective
balls in the State House, and entered upon
the duties of the Session.
SENATE.
The Senate was called to order at 10 o'clock by tho
Lieut. Governor
Payer was offered by the Rev 4 J. Scott.
The roll being called, the f1Ilowng senators were
found present viz
Counties. Senators Resdenoes
Addison, JoHN W. STEWART, Mddebury,
SAMUEL ID. lloLCOMB, Starksboro.
bennington, 4. N. 5, MoBGAN, Pownal,
MYRoN CLARK, Manchester.
Cdtedond, GEORGE COwLEs, Ryegate,
Thomas j. CREE, Wheelock
ChHeadeH, G. +. EDMUNDs, Burlington,
JED. 2. CLARK, Milton,
a. q. WELCu, Williston
Esser D. IL BEArrIE, Maidstone.
frdHktin, HIRAM +. STEVENS, st. Albans,
ALFRED KEITH Sheldon,
HARVEY ID. FARRAR, Richford.
Grdad Isle, WN ID. LYMAN. Alburgh
LdmoiHe, ELISHA ID. BENTLEY, Cambridge.
Orange, ALyAH BEAN, West Fairlee,
J. NJ Bass, Ni.samstown.
Orleans, N. T.. NILSSON Craftsbury,
ELIJAH CLEVELAND, Coventry.
Rutland Horace ALLEN, Rutland,
BRADLEY FISH, Ira,
JoHN Jackson, Brandon
Washington, r RICHARDSON, Montpelier,
ADDISON PECK, East Montpelier
T. ID. BRADFoRD, Mortified,
Windsor, PRospER MEWuLL, Fechville,
JAMES A POLLARD, Plymouth,
Moan b SArFoRD, Hartford.
WHdhaDi, EDwARD KIRKLAND, Brattleboru
l.. H. SrUUGHrON, Bellows Falls
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The President appointed the Secretary OF State TO n-
form the Governor OF his election lie performed the
duty and reported that the Governor would receive the
oath Of office III IL oclock this a. M Thereupon the
joint assembly dissolved.
Mr. Reed Of Montpelier offered joint resolution.
providing for the reference OF the report Of the
revise the compiled statutes special com Of the Sem
ate and House Of representatives. with the exception Of
that part which relates TO military affairs.
On motion of Mr. Hu0be the resolution was ordered to
lie ON the table
On motion Of Mr. Allen Of Troy the House adjourned
The Semi-weekly Shreveport news. [volume] (Shreveport [La.]) 1862-1864, 1862-01-28
T ELEG R APHIC.

Savannah, Jan. 22-The Republi
can of this morning says that in the
Confederate Court on Monday, Capt
d. S. Martin. charged with abscond.
ing with the yackt Wanderer, was
found guilty
The News learns from a gentleman
from Florida, that the Cedar Keys
was captured by the Federals, on
Thursday. Heavy firing was heard
in that direction the same day.
Mobile, Jan. 22-The schooner
Wilder, from Havana, loaded with
cigars and sund-ies was captured on
the 2sth by the blockading aeet thir-
teen miles below Fort Morgan.
The following official dispatch was
received from the fort on the 21st.:
Capt. Cottrell and men had a sharp
and creditable contest Yesterday, at
the mouth Of the Lagoon over the
schooner Wilder. No loss of life on
our side. The enemy lost the ships
gig and number of men, but sue
ceeded in taking the schooner and her
cargo.
Nashville, Jan 22-The Fort Hen
ry correspondent of the Union and
American says the Confederate steam
er Dunbar went down the Tennessee
river on the 10th to within 25 miles
of Paducah, and saw no gunboats.
Scouts from Fort Henry report the
Federal force at Murray, KY, at
5000 to 10000 infantry, 1000 cav
airy, and IL pieces Of artillery
Heavy rains on the 10Th and goth
rendered the water courses and roads
almost impossible, which impeded
their movements.
Intelligence direct from Green
river says the federals, instead of
making a forward movement, have
begun the erection of Notifications on
the south bank of the river.
A heavy freshet OH Green river
washed away a portion Of the pontoon
bridge; also damaged the wood work
and repairs on the railroad bridge.
New Orleans, Jan. 22-Ths block
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What the New York He5a9r.s
Thinks Of Mr.. ValzamdigAam.-Thy
New York Herald, of the 9th inst,
contains the following editorial
At the last session of Congress the
Hon. Mr.. Vallandigham, of Ohio, aa,.
Burnett, Of Kentucky, now a prosni1
ent leader Of the Kentucky rebels
were almost as intimate as ,l.z
Siamese twins, for they We're alaays
together. At the present session h =.
Vallandigham is left to do the bes,
he can for the rebel cause withos.,
the assistance of Burnett; but d.,
seems to labor as willingly for war
with England, in behalf of our south
ern rebels, as if his Kentucky fiiena
were at his side. The speech mae5
the other day on the Trent settle
ment by this patriotic Vallandigha-r
just such speech as Burnett o.
Breckenridge would have made il
our Congress on that subject. So II
was understood in the House, and SO
it will be accepted by the loyal people
Of our loyal States. The gentleman,
from Ohio is understood and he is
only wasting his time in beating
about the bush, instead Of slipping OF
to Dixie. ...A