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Delaware gazette. [volume] (Delaware, Ohio) 1855-1886, 1862-05-09
Unioaism in the Mountains Of North Carolina
"a Riot"

(Sewbern Correspondence Sew York Tribune.)
The stars and stripes are flying in the west
ern counties of North Carolina. All through
the mountain region the old flag can be seen,
where brave men have collected together to
defend its honor.
Soon after Newbern was captured an i'm
portant engagement took place in the western
part of the State between large rebel force
and the Union Home Guards, resulting in
complete rout OF the former who it appears,
lost all the guns belonging to one battery, all
the camp equipage, wagons, and supplies Of all
kinds belonging to the rebel force. with three
companies of cavalry which were entirely cut
oil, and obliged to surrender, or in other words
"were retained" The Raleigh Standard called
it "most dsgraoeful riot" which is truly a
very polite term for defeat 1t appears that
the Union men in the mountaips had been
hanging notorious rebel character, one Col
Dodge, who had charge Of the militia, and had
resorted to a sweeping iRpFezsnen'i hence the
difficulty.
The Unien men are strongly in the ascen-
dency throughout the western counties of this
State, are all armed, and have a complete Or
ganization under competent leaders. The
Standard saya that they have threatened to
take Raleigh, and suggests the importance Of
fortirying the city in every direction, and gen
eral fall back of their forces in the State to
that point
Delaware gazette. [volume] (Delaware, Ohio) 1855-1886, 1862-05-09

Adams Army Express Company carried
over S43O,0OO North, yesterday, in various
sums, being the contributions of soldiers to
their families This enormous sum was con-
tanned in oyer 5000 parcels. Such is the re-
sponsibity, promptitude and dispatch Of this
immense company, that every dollar Of the
above sum viii FeRFh its cOnsignee within ten
or fourteen days at the larthest. This is doing
business on magnificent scale, and ig only
one of many such operations that they under
take. What they do, is well DONE Nelebern
Progress I2th.
Delaware gazette. [volume] (Delaware, Ohio) 1855-1886, 1862-05-09
The Iron Clad GaIens.

A telegram announces that the new iron
clad steamer Galena il in Hampton Roads
ready for action, which gives US three formid-
able naval batteries in waiting for the rebel
Merrimac, should she again venture out into
those wate7s-the Monitor, the Naugatuck,
and the Galena. The ia ter is said to be strong
er and more effective than the Monitor. Her
hull is of peculiar model, and deSigne to effect
greater displacement Of water than is ordi-
narily secured, and upon it four hundred tons
of armor have been placed, with entirely sue
ctsTul results. The Galeua is two hupdred feet
in length, thirty-sx in breadth tf beam, and of
one thousand tons burden. Her speed is
twelve miles an hour, and she is found to be
seaworlhy, and perfectly adapted to the pur=
poses of cruising. At little distance the
Galena's appearance is smooth and regular,
her curve lines and rounded form diminishing
her apparant size. Her iron mail is of a new
design. BY means of fanges and tongues the
hea ds Of the bolts are entirely covered. and
thus source of weakness in the ircA plating
generally III use is obviated. The gunners are
protected, and the Galena is believed to be inn
pregnab!e to ordinary projecfiIes. Like the
building Of the Monitor the Galena is an ex-
pertinent, which originated with distinguish
ed naval architect OF Boston.
Delaware gazette. [volume] (Delaware, Ohio) 1855-1886, 1862-05-09
WHERE Is YOUR BOY.

We saw him iatein the evening, in the COM
gauy Of very bad boys, and they each had ci-
~ profane language. Aswe looked at your
son We wondered ii you knew where he was,
and with whom he associates. Dear friend, do
not be so closely confined TO your shop, Office,
or ledger as 10 neglect that boy. He viii
bring sorrow into your household if you do not
bring proper parental restraint to bear upon
h;m--and that very soon. Sabbath and pub
Tic school teachers can help you. but you must
tia most
Delaware gazette. [volume] (Delaware, Ohio) 1855-1886, 1862-05-09

MEDARY, in his Crisis, declares, "that the
Fort Sumptcr affair was, in its whole conceP-
ton and conqcqnonces, the mere trick OF polit-
leans, by which to open the ball under the mo-
mentary excitement it wouli produce" Fun
ny patrot, NIedqryl The CONSERVATION of
some fifteen thousand armed traitors about
Fort Sumter the erecting of costly and exten-
sive batteries with heavy guns bearing on the
Fort. Sc. all these were nothing. They were
perfectly qllovable. But The trick" of let
ting them FIRE upon the Fort. that was the
cause of the war and all our woeI Bah! how
thinly disguised is such loyalty.
Delaware gazette. [volume] (Delaware, Ohio) 1855-1886, 1862-05-09

New YoRK NEWSPAPER CoNvENTIoN.-A
call has been isape3 for popveptiQp Of The pub
fishers, editors and reporters Of the newspapers
of the State OF New York, irrespective bf pol
ilies, to p;eet at Albany on "Wednesday, the 9th
inst for the purpose of forming State organ
ization for mutual protection, 4 correspond
ing committee has been appointed to state the
purposes of the convention.
Delaware gazette. [volume] (Delaware, Ohio) 1855-1886, 1862-05-09

The Cincinnati Times states from Yhat il
regards as reliable source, that Gen. Pope's
division on the Tennessee Riveg did not halt
at Pittsburg Landing, hut continued the voy-
age up to Eastport, some twenty miles above.
The Times thinks it probable that Gen. Pope's
division will act in concert with Gen. Mitchell,
in a flank movement on Corinth.
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1862-08-07

All permanent residents, rs we'll as
the i,yil colzens of this State, are liable
to be drafted. Every man VITO enjoys
the protection OF our laws, the be .fits
Of oar institutions, and the blessings OF
oar tree system Of Government, Is in
graf tud'', AS well as in law, bound 10
Ee'p defend The common wealth. it's laws.
Institutions AID Government, when dan.
gc's threaten them, and he VIII, would
sh'rk under such circumstances must. Of
necessity, be an insra:e who is unfit 10
live under any decent government
Chicago journal.
l'ae as the gospel. TIE man who
VIII now desert his country and endea.
'of 70 hide h'mself u6der the pro- ec,iou
OF another coun,ry's flag, merely to oct
~ 'i defending the stars and stripes
to get rid Of supporting the Gvyernmen.
'oue' "n'ch he was reaping or endeav.
o''og TO reap blessings and fortune
'A'As' 10 our estimation, in the same
category with traitors. It shows TIM,
he never had any real sympathy with
our institutions, and that be IL her. on,.
because greater privileges and ore.,s.
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1862-08-07

blessinps were found here than in any
other place. We have maintained oil
she while that tlars Ar no traitors IN
nsveop port. and We hope We shall not
% obliged to recant through the treach-
rous aud COW ardly acts Of any per'on
seeking to escape the obligations rest
NO nnOn him.
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1862-08-07
concluded to xaoryo,o !

A CURIOUS theatrical advertisement
has lately appeared at Naples, announc-
ing that, af-es being closed for the long
period of 1900 years, the Pompen
Theatre, rebuilt on the ,uins Of the an
cient est~tl shment, will be opened,
with La F,gl'a del Ragimento." The
speculative manager adds in his quaint
bill that he ,ru.,s that the favor and
patronage which were liberaiIy accord.
ed to his predecessor, Marcus QnlDtlus
Martins, will be continued to hun, and
that he proposes d. ing all in his power
to equal, and, it possible, surpass the
abilities displayed by Siguor Nautilus
during bis management.
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1862-08-07
KEiPE Il PKATT'S
Bathing House & Swimming Siheal.
RULES AND REGULATIONS

The establishment 3easis's Or two depart
ments. viz: Bathing House aud : vi mini ng School
2 The tatbing iioase, wh ch ~ divided ia,o
two dlstinc. apartments, may DO occupied any
hour during the day by holders OF season tiekeis
for swimming and bathing, or Of single bathing
tickets.
The swimming departm mt will be used ex-
cluslvey by free swimmers and swimmip ny schol-
ars, only in bathing dress during lesson hours and
tor swimming scholars Only in presence Of the
swimming teacher. Free swimmer. are those no
are able 20 swim once entirely around the area
with ease. Swimming scholars mil pronounced
free swimmers will not be pc. United 10 swim
without the bet. ~ prevent accidents.
BY advice Of rhy .icians, the time Of remain
ing In the water will be Hunted TO ID m nutes in
spring, 10 30 minutes in Sa.nmer, and to IL min
,utes il Fall months.
5 At the termination Of each lesson tho mem
bers will leave the basin at the signal to make
room for the others.
b Bathing house and swimming school will be
open every day except Sundays, from O'clock in
the morning till nine in the evening" Sundays
from TO 4. NJ. 4
8 The sw thinning school will be devoted cxclu
sively to ladie. from to II A. II. and from to
to T. accessible 10 male member, from u
six 4. NJ, and from IL A. u. to Z. N. and from
top. NJ.
Polite behavior is expected Is we'll as proper
attention to the rules and direction, of the teach
Any necessary alterations Of rules and regu-
iations will be postcd up in the rooms
10 Season ticket to he bathing house ana
swimming school, $500, one half is to DC PAID IN
and the balance al th end Of one month. Single
bath tickats Is cents, ten for one dollar. 60,
IL BATHING dresses, towels DC. viii % iuiossn.
al hv .ho msmhsrs ar the swimming school, ard
viii DO taken charge Of, dried and kept in oder it
desired. at charge of ten cent. per week,
10 Parents Or guardians Of the pnpiis and per-
sons introduced BY the teacher viii pc admitted Is
visitors.
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1862-08-07
ADJUSTMENTS.

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The Ao0e. now Oi shc Age!
THE Best TmNnLEks,
ThE MOSi SorhhioH RIDERS
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The only show in the word that has
FOSsv. CLAIMS.
The only show IN tho United states that has
FOUR FgNi:,E EOUESI klENNES.
blers who nsr,orm The as,on;sb -. and n.,on,
fea' Of performing a double some r.a alt In fact
1t is the greatest comb ma ton Of talent eve. CON-
gfega'ed under one pavilion
We fril' III ali We ADVERTISE.
Among the most nrom;r.,, ,ov /. e.a .,.
following prominent artists:
CLIO w NS.
DAN CASTILLO, iHK GsEAr ErKoprAN UrNoR.
list, LATE OF GsnLkY's koYAk AMrI,nEAThY.
LONDON.
The only man in the weird who leaps twelve
n,, ~. - i" H. oer"s.o hand
and not disgust. al admire wit wi,hou; vulgar.
y)
| HIRAM MARKS, tbs GREAr AMERICAN CLowy
| will appear AMI enl,yen the arena with bisn,
ous jokes and happy sayings
TOM. OSBORNE, Tbs CELEBRATED Pa rorMIsG
| CLOWN,
will appear and dispense his soAgs.etump speeches
(. r. pEAAIA1 tfeste rue Clown and general
performer.
tQUEs KtENNES ~ PEDESTRIANS.
! Miss COLE,
The graceful and daring Euucs,rienne will snne.r
, with her cdu ated horse "lnpiter."
MRS. DAN. CASTILLO
uho l...,ft,t -,
shin has 20 conal. '''''''au-
| Mss NARY ANvtonr
| IT, r.ll ra..#,,,.,,
\ , - ! ;, '"to VI Ast-
,f,r y,Lc1y,, ,rox,
the Justly celebrate. na. eu.c-,,,. !, F,onoo,v,
hippUdrtme Paris.
Ia PETITE MIME.
,t,tp, n,r,,.
lns hf-iained bareback and trek somersaul' rider,
wiz appear III MS I1ihc'iai ae's and also IN his
| great ihetahofphis ana out!e quo act emitted
f'R.EE .Ds,SEAaSs
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Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1862-08-07

PT0CloUloe1oa by the 0~vae
fsspie q Isws. -
IN. y q ~. \ u :.
War . =. na rsss 6tas No 70 lie, ~ .o.. !.
prsstiess fos The lifted s.a.sl vic J. ~.
yesrs q dsssag tbS var. NJ rex snsuss q ,o,...
ter infantry. being part Of the Quot. AZ ~.
State under the late call Of The President far .oo
600 men, The preservation Of The up;o, y.
perpesuity Of our government, the homo, Of A.,
State demand that this requisi,ioo shoula \.
promptly met. Our harvest IL upon n, Ana =.
have feared lack Of force to .ecur. 1. o..
mast initiate our brave Iowa boys in the feld.
rneetnew emergencies with new exertions On,
old men and our boys. unit for war. if mead =.
our women, must help TO gather hsryest. ~h;l.
those able 70 bear arms 70 sorth "a Aid .h.;,
bravo oretbrsn In the field The necessity !. =.
gent. Our national existence is It stake. IT,.
more promptly the President il f.rni.hed Ii.
needed troors the more speedily will this unhd
rebellion be crushed, and the blessings Of 49,.
again visit our land. Until then We must expect
the hardships and privations Of war.
The time has come when men must make. n
many have already made, sacrifices Of ease.comfort
and business for tho cause of the country.
The enemy, BY sweeping CONSUMPTION, have
forced into their ranks all men capable Of bearing
arms. Our government has as yet relied upon
the volunteer action Of our citizens. But If mead
be. the same energies must DO exsrted to preserve
eur government that traitors are using to destroy
it. To simplify and systemize the missing Of these
regiments, have assigned one to each Of the Is,
3D. Sd and 4th Congressional Districts, and to tho
5th and 9th together. This will prevent inter-
ference in recruiting and enable those from the
same section to 60 to tn field together.
Which District will have it, regiment first IN
the field? Places Of rendezvous, for the different
regiments, will be designated when receive no.
tice Of their destination. will be neces ari
absent for some weeks at Washington. Meantime
all information in regard to the new regiments
can be obtained from Adjutant General Baker. 1t
Clinton.
SAMUEL J. KIRKWOOD.
LAVA Citv Ju1v 9th 1862
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1862-08-07
Iowa City, July 9tL, 1862.

AN OKDINA >CE to prevent swine from being
kept in certain parts Of the City of Davenport.
and for other purposes.
SIC l. No person shall keep any hogs.or swine
Of any kind. within tho following limits, in TIE
city Of davenport, to-vit: Any pla.e between
Farnam and Warren streets, and south Of The
north line Of out lot number fourteen.
SEC. 9. Itsaall be the duty Of the CITY Mar
shall to take possession Of any swine found within
said limits, whether loose or confined, and after
giving five days public notice, by posting written
notices, at five Of the st public places of So id
city, to proceed and sell the same at public auc.
ton, to tAe highest bidder for cash.
SEC. 3. 1t shall be the duty of the CITY Mar
shall pay the proceeds Of such sale to the owner
or owners Of suco swine, after deduc ing the costs
and charges thereto. which costs and charges
shall be the same rs though said taking M and
sale bad been d"ne by constable,
SIC 4. 1t shall be the duty OF all persons own
ing swine in any pat of the city other than the
part heIeinbefore specified, TO keep the same con-
iLed in pens or enclosures, except such az have
good and sufficient rings in their noses, % prevent
thei roofing, and any swine found running at
large in part # the city without stem rings
shall be dealt with by tho Malsh in tho sam
manner and with the same consequences, az il
provided in section Of this ordinance.
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1862-08-07
Wagener's Sewing Machine
A NEW INVENTION
First Premium Awarded f.. .he Best
Sewing by Machine.
MANUFACTURED In MOLINE, ILLINOIS.

MhNOE A0AONb AN MOLlNES 1ALlNO1Ss
This machine is the best for all family and
manufacturing purposes. will make coats shirts,
pants, quilt bed quits, and do oil Other work in
fabrics. 1ss si0piicty y. dusa biity, efficiency and
price, challenge every other suachine in use
Wheeler T. Wilson's. Grover 4 6xkes's, l n Sin.
ger l. Cos rot excepted. In proof Of tho above We
refer you to examine the machines and work. at
G w Losdells dry goods store, at Moline, Ill It's
construction is simply one piece Of casting,
structed Is to receive Its movement. which is q
rotary M ti0r, 30 arranged a. to attach both up
per and lower needle, and feed in such manner
two spools is thus placed in the cloth in the most
perfect order and with the ieast possible friction.
roth threads are frightened and slackened by one
sc,cw. Thus, you SEQ, is formed tho most simple
and effective combination yet applied to sewing
machines. These machines cannot fail 70 meet
tho wants Of every isEily and manuf~ cturer
All the knowledge that 10 required to requisite
this machine, il u regulate the tension 81 one
screw, and shorten or lengthen the stitch By one
screw, and Gel the needle 10 its place 70 form
the proper correction Of both threads, which will
be readily observed by the operator, thus saving .
world Of peFrlexity that hss been % common in
thread and Coates for lower, is The best thread
FIR al practical purposes. silk and linen threxds
are used TO the ssme sdvantsge. Sewing done bv
the mschines received the frst premium ct the
c as county, Michigan fair. All WisAing 70 pur
Ct ,afe god aehine are invited to examine th;.
BE fore purchasing elsewhere. Warranted one vear
Nth pFupee usage Price $4O-Uniyera.l Rsm.
y q, IS extra. Allkinds Of farm pfsdoce MON
e 1Isskst pess-eAsh ut Bs(nsed. Hoe turther
n wticulass addfsss ]. A. WAGNER.
m,'7-A4W0 Aoliaes II.
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1862-08-07
TO LIE r.

-wEaLING HOUSES ON THE BLUFF,
IL from IS TO $t2 per month, 1wo stores
and rooms in Wards Gate Wuppermsn's,) and
Hsllss Blocks. Apply CO.
JOHN L. COFFIN.
inez7.H
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1862-08-07

"THE OLD HARrFOwD'-W.F F. Ross,
AGENT. METROPOLITAN BUILDING. Hartford
FIRE Insurance Com aiy (crart. red A. D
lSlO) has Just made its one hundred and
fourth eemiannual statement, ehowing a.se,r
OF $962l58 IS. with lees than $4,000 liabilitiee
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1862-08-07

The Advertise, havins been restored 70 health
In afsw weeks By very simple remedy. after
having sassfsd several years With I severe lung
affection, and that dread disease, Consumption
is asEious 70 mako known to his fellov-sufferer.
the means Of cure.
To oil Who desire it, hs will send copy Of the
prescription used (free ofeharge,) with the direc-
ton f< preparing and ming the Same, which they
will lind SORE CuRE FOR CONSUMPTION, ASTHMA,
okoScHrrIs, Ac. The only ohjsss Of the aavsr-
tser In sending the prescription il to benefit the
smietsd, and spread information which he con-
eeivesto Be invaluable. and he hopes every sufferer
VIII ~ his remedy, ~ it will cost them nothing,
and may prove : blessing.
Parties wishing the prescription will please adj
drsD REV. EDWARD A. WILSON.
WlLLIAnsBuReH.
octSo-3mw Kings County, New York
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1862-08-07
TO MY FRIENDS AND TAE PUB.
Lie

Having unfortunately become disabled by the
fracture OF my right limb, it is impossible for me
to carry on the business Of my office. have
therefore engaged the services Of Dr. A. j. Harris,
to attend to the bushes. Of the Office until sui-
ciS 49, recover from my illness. Mr.. II. has been
well and long known by many Of the citizens Of
t! is place as practitioner of Dentistry in Rock
Island. therefore recommend him to the public
with the assurance that all who employ him will
90 well satisfied with all operations pertaining to
his profession. I'd. MYERS.
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1862-08-07
=, " " A R R A Mt E D.

Dt%sOissttOs Of k9ars,s. SshsfD.
THE FIRM OF THOMPSON 1 BROWN IS
l this day. ssoived BY mutual consent. All
debts Of the hrm TO b settled BY james Thomp-
Thompson will continue The basinees at the old
stand, where he will always be ready to wsit upon
all custoners-thankinR the public for oil past ia
vors, he hopes to merit acontinuance Of the same.
* JAMES THOMPSON.
10-dt6 a4ATg "a . IRA BROWN
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1862-08-07

CLINTON HOUSE.
NORNER OF CLINTOG AND COLLEGE
~ streets, Iowa Civ io~A ]. TausDsII, Pro
1Rietof vgxl-au.
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1862-08-07

A1inO1A INs1 UTE
AND
sDNG
Fall Tenn Opens August 25th.

TT Is OyE OF THE MOST SUCCESSFUL
sc.otis In the West, and fully entitled to the
Large patronage it has received II has = large
and able corps Of teachers, il lscated in of
the healhiest and most pleasant towns IN Illinois
The standard Of scholarship is high, and tho
building the finest If the kind in the otate. The
Female Department offers special Inducements.
ing to the studies.
Diberal discounts to clergymen.
, For eircul RS address Rev. G. w. Qaere.n, A.
NJ. Aurora Illinois. jy7w6m
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1862-08-07

LIN OOODO.
SPRING AND SUMMER
ID n z q q Da i
G.. 8. WHISTLER,
has just received the
Largest a N d Cheapest
FANCY &STAP.E Dry G90D
-EvER orrzRrD-
In the 9tate or iowa
BOUGHT FOR CASH,
AND WILL BE SOLD
Cheaper Than The Cheapest.
CONSISTING IN PART OF
1900 pieces Merrimack and other prints.
500 pieces brown and bleached muslin.
300 pieces Lawns, Barages, Brilliants.
400 pieces Delaines. Challies, Mohairs and Silk
Poplins.
800 pieces Domestic, Scotch, and other Cling
hams.
soopieces Cottonades, Denims, Hickory, Checks,
Linen Drills, 4c.
| 500 dog Hose, Gloves, Mitts, DO.
500 Summer Shawls, Of all kinds and qualities.
| GOO Silk Parasols and Sun Umbrellas, and every
other kind..of goods usually found in FIRST class
Dry Goods Store.
Don't EMiI to EIN21li1le
! "HI9LERs
CHEAP & GOOD GOODS,
before purchasing. tv No trouble to show goods
at WHISPERS.
The Peerless
SPRING STEEL HOOP SKIRT,
The very latest and best in use, jus. received.
$500 for sale. at New York price, at
WHISPERS.
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1862-08-07

LEAsslSG Is not knowledge but rather the
art OF using it, ersjfsg~G ID
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1862-08-07

hofs b the dream Of . waking man.
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1862-08-07

medical Prescr fpti o y 8
and to be under the constant caro- OF the PhyN
clan and experienced nurses. We shall continue
our riding Practice as usual IN Davenport, Rock
island and Moiine,ana in special cases. make calls
by rail road and river. Charges for treatment, a,
the cure. five to en- dollars per week. Patients
taking home trea ment ~ill pay weekly. Mrs.
Price will pay special attention to the Practice Of
obstetrics and healing diseases peculiar to her
sex myS d&wtf
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1862-08-07

HYDRO ECLECTIC CURE.
Grecnbush, Moline Avenue, Rock Island, Illinois
NR. MRS. 7. 8. PRICE, Physicians
Is now open for the reception Of patients who
wish to avail themselves Of q thorough course Of