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The Portland daily press., 1862-08-13
From the Army of Virginia.

de-.
August II, 7P.M.
The battle of the 9th is one of the most i'm
portant of the war, not merely on account of
the desperate valor and unfaltering disciplne
displayed by our troops, the obstinacy of the
contest, and the heavy loss of both sides. but
because Of its important effect upon the CAIN
paign, OF which it makes part.
The campaign on the part of jackson is an
attempt to penetrate and recover the Valley of
the Shenandoah, whence the richest supplies
of the enemy are drawn, and the possession of
which was OF practical Importance in the
endeavor to hold Virginia as a part of the at
tempted confederacy, hardly to be estimated
At the same time the rebel leaders hoped by
this movement to so threaten Washington and
Maryland as to relieve Richmond, and with
draw again our armies to the line of the Po-
tomac, knowing that the government was now
relatively weaker and the rebellion stronger
than could again occur in the war
The Richmond leaders sent the -four of the
Southern infantry under their most popular
and enterprising Generals, A large body of
cavalry under their most distinguished cavalry
officer Major Gen. Stuart and an abundance
of artillery when jackson had arrived with
his forces as far as Lauissa Court House and
Gordonsville and found the disposition of Gen.
Pope's troops such that not only his purpose
TO enter the Valley were foiled, but his own
uiTtCI communication Win hlCnmOnd were
intercepted He called for further reinforce
ments and with those which were freely fur
nished to stern Popes further advance upon
that railroad, the destruction or even the per-
manently threatening on which must bare
from Richmond all hope of the material or the
political control of Central Virginia. Jackson
attempted by feint upon Madison Court
House to determine our force at the latter
point, while at the same time he thew mass
of his force numbering $4,000 men by way of
Orange Court House upon us at Culpepper
expecting TO find only portion of our forces
there which he could overwhelm, and then
march on Sperryvlle from Culpepper and
crush the army corps of Sigel. His plans were
completely foiled by the rapid concentration
of our forces at Culpepper, and them advance
to meet him at Cedar Run. Gen. Banks ac-
cepted and profered the battle as soon as it
was offered, and the battle of Saturday p. NJ
was fought between the advance under Gen.
Banks, and the advance of jackson under
himself, and Ewell after endeavoring in vain to
route and drive Banks corps.
The Portland daily press., 1862-08-13
T EL.EGR APHIC
TO THE
PORTLAND DAILY PRESS.
Further Particulars Of the Rattle
at CuIpepper.
Abandonment of Malvern Hill-- Excitement
at Standardization of Movement.

at Norfolk--lnd1cations OF a Movement.
FORTRESS MONROE. August H.
In regard to the occupation of and evacua-
ton of Malvern Hill by the federal troops. lit
tie has been said. Our accommodating divis-
ion took possession on Tuesday and on that
day all the Generals of the army went up and
Gen. Mcclellan sent back for the greater part
of the army, but the messenger took the
wrong road and thus delayed so long. that the
troops did not reach Malvern Hill till it was
too late and only portion of those sent for
arrived at all, and those only in season to head
hasty retreat. This was on Wednesday
morning and on that day great battle would
have been fought had our forces arrived in
season. A very large force of rebels were
seen coming from Richmond, numbering at
least 100000 men, filling all the roads, passage
ways and vacant lots as far as the eve could
reach. General Mcclellan had planned for a
great battle, but the enemy were not asleep
and have taken possession of Malvern Hill
with an immense army.
Norfolk is in great state of excitement
A few days since an officer of the Provost
Guard applied to Gen. Mansfield for permits
sion to search a house in Suffolk for arms.
Authority was given and arms and ammuni-
ton 10 some extent were found in private
dwelling near the Generals quarters.
Last night triple guard was put on duty
in Norfolk. This has been done in conse-
quence of many of our guards having been
shot at and some shot down.
1t is understood that all the inhabitants of
the district in the vicinity of Norfolk, Suffolk
and Portsmouth, are to be put to the test of
either taking the oath of allegiance to the
United States or leave Tor rebeldom.
The mail boat is just in from Harrison Land
ing. The general appearance there is that a
move of the whole or large part of the army,
is taking place.
About 400 musicians, who haye been mus
tered out Of the service, came down on the
boat to-day.
The Portland daily press., 1862-08-13
KANSAS Cry Mo. Aup 1s

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A battle took place about 8 o'clock at indie
pendence, Mo-, between the federal forces $50
men under Col. Buell., and from 500 to 600
guerillas under the notorious Col Hughes, as
sisted by Quantrell and Hayes, putting the
complete rout and surrender of our troops
Loss unknown. 1t appears the town was sur
prised about 3 A. NJ. A simultaneous move
ment was made upon the camps at Buell's
head quarters and the Quartermastcr's Office,
which were some distance apart. The Provost
Marshal's office was entered by persons pro-
Tossing loyalty, and arms were taken and used
against the federal troops. The fighting con-
tinued about 8 hours. The troops almost
without officers, boldly contested the ground,
sheltering themselves behind trees and fences.
Lieut. Harrington and 80 men cut their way
through the enemy and made their escape
Most of the prisoners were parolled by taking
the oath not to take up arms. Large quanti-
ties of arms, some 10000 rounds of anlmuni-
ton, besides other government property fell
into the hands of the enemy. This city was
thrown into great state of excitement The
militia was promptly called out Aid was
asked from Fort Leavenworth, and promptly
responded to by Col. Barris, who arrived yes
terday afternoon.
The Portland daily press., 1862-08-13
JOHN Pope, Major Gen.
WASHINGTON Auorst 70

August IL.
Accounts from Culpepper dated yesterday,
speaking of Saturdays fight, says that so heavy
was the fire to which our comparatively small
force was exposed, the only wonder is that the
entire command was not completely annihilat-
ed at the end of half an hour instead of bring
ing off so large proportion at the expiration
OF an hour and half The prisoners report
that their own troops were moved down by
our fire like grass. Three times were they re-
lniorced. When our troops retired, they were
too crippled to pursue. The prisoners also re-
port that the heavy guns used by the rebels
were Of recent English manufacture, with
English fixed ammunition. We lost but one
gun, which was left behind i'm ditch, spiked.
several horses having been killed Col Chap
man of the 9Th Mass, was shot in the breast.
and is probably dead. Lieut. Col. Stone fell
with many wounds. Major Blake fell, and if
alive, is prisoner Adj't Smith is wounded
or dead. Maj. Savage Of 10th Mass. is believ-
ed to be killed, as is also many captains and
lieutenants Of the same regiment. DIR. Le-
land was shot in the eye. The other regiments
are not definitely heard from. Suagglers from
the battle field to town have been arrested,and
by tomorrow an accurate list Of casualties can
be obtained. Capt. Geo. Jarrett of Princes
The Portland daily press., 1862-08-13

New YORK, August -.
George Francis Train was imprisoned in
London on the LIST inst, to prevent his embark
ing for America, where he intended to raise
volunteers
The Portland daily press., 1862-08-13

WANTED.

"A MAN to go into copartnership with the adver-
- user IN light, respectable manu- featuring bus
mess IN this cfty. Plenty of work ON hand Profits
large, and all cash, This RARE CHANCE for a
s.eady, industrious young or middle aged man. with
sIgo ready cash capital. None other need apply
For further particulars call at S2{ Exchan ee Sfreet
up one flight, room No L. augs;dff
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LEXINGTON, Mo. Aug -. 1862

Later advices from Independence say Lieut.
Col Buell. commanding that post with so men
was taken completely by surprise at about 5
o'clock, yesterday morning. Buels men were
in the bank building, which after four hours
hard fighting was fired by the rebels, when
Buell. surrendered.
Capt. Thomas of the State militia was muir
dered after the surrender.
The Portland daily press., 1862-08-13
WEsTBROOK SEMINARY.

FUNHE FALL TERM of this Institution will COM
Il mence WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 9th, and con-
tinue twelve weeks
BOARD OF IssTRUcTIoN.-Rev. S. Ii. McColles-
Ter, A. NJ, Principal; c. s. Fobes. A. b., Associate
Principals Miss T.. l.. Jordan Assistant and Teacher
of Music; Mrs. $. F. McCollester, Assistant; Miss
ii. NJ. Lyon, Teacher of Ornamental Branches.
Tuition.
Common English Branches. 500
Higher "a ........ 5U
Higher English, Latin. Greek and French, 900
Music, with the use of Instrument, ........ 100
Drawing, Painting and Writing, extra.
Board per week, including all but wood and lights,
$500 Good room rent 20 cents per week
All letters of inquiry may be addressed to the un-
dersigncd.
G. NJ. STEVENS. Secretary
Westbrook Seminary, Aug. IL. 3wd&2tw
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"A CONVENIENT Tenement Of 8 or room,. for
Post Office. WAN VI 'no
Please address Box 40 Portland Post Of5ce
aug5tf
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HEADQUARTERS ARMY OF VIRGINIA.,
Cedar Mountain, 7.30 A. NJ
August II, 1852.
To Major Gen. Haleck.-The enemy has
retreated under cover of night. His rear is
now crossing the Rapidan towards Orange
Court House. Our cavalry and artillery are
in pursuit.
[Signedl JOHN Pope, Major Gen.
The Portland daily press., 1862-08-13

A long and thorough apprenticeship to the mechan-
zeal branch of the business and several years study
in the higher branches of the art have rendered him
qualified TO execute every variety of work in the most
elegant styles aud he hopes by diligence and con-
slant attention to business TO merit the patronage of
the public
JOHN B. HUDSON, Jr..
No. 156 Middle Street, nearly opposite junction Of
Free Street. inll4d4w
The Portland daily press., 1862-08-13
GRAVESTONES.

GOOD Bargains will be given to those who wish
~ to purchase Gravcstones Monuments of any
description. Those who will favor me with call
at the lowest price.
Shop on Forest Avenue. near Evergreen Cemsssry.
Stevens Plains.
je30-3m j. n. COOK
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No Fight To .Day-R sbsls Strength,
aninR thair Portion. -

HADQUARTEBs AMY OF THE PoTohAc,
Dec. l4-ll.3O A. M,-There Is no fog TO-
day. The sun is shining brightly with a
strong breeze, .---s--.--- (.
AT daylight this morning, there was 4
heavy FIRE Of artillery and infantry in front
of the first Ine of works, where Generals
Sumner and Hooker were engaged yestrr-
day. The IRE Stacked 10 about an hour
afterwards and was heard Ouly at intervals
until now. The same occurred IN front Of
Gen. Franklin's division down the river
The object OF both parties was evidently TO
feel the other.
During last night aud this forenoon the
rebels have considerably extended their
works aud strengthened their positions.
Large bodies OftroOps are now to be seen
where but few were TO be found yesterday
Those killed yesterday while charging
on the enemy's works remain where they
fell When attempting their removal las.
night, the rebels opened IRE with infantry,
but the wounded have all been removed
from the field, and all the dead obtained
are now being buried.
The indications are that no decisive bat
tie will be fought to day unless the rebels
should bring on the engagement which
the will not probably do,
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Bg- geIeataph.
AFTERNOON DISPATCHES.
Attempts to.Capture the Alabama-
The Appropriation Bills.

WASHINGTON, Dec, I2,-The Navy De.
Partment has received dispatches from
Capt. Rinckendorf, of the San Jacinto,
dated st. Thomas. They contain full
account Of the unsuccessful attempt to
capture the pirate Alabama at Martinique,
from which il wonld appear that httle If
any blame SHOULD attach to the commander
OF the San Jacinto. It seems that he was
notified in advance by the Governor of
Martinique that If be stayed in the harbor
until the departure of the Alabama he
must remain "a hour Afterwards also. aud
that if he chose to watch for her outside
1t must be beyond their jurisdiction, that
is, more than marine league from shore.
He of course preferred the latter course
and left the harbor after arranging with
the American ship Hamdeu to signal him
by rockets on the departure of the Alabama.
On rainy and extremely dark night,
rockets from the HRmpden Announced that
the rebel steamer was under way. The
San Jacinto Immediately started in pur-
suit, in the direction of the signals indtca-
ted, but the Alabama was not to be found.
Boats were then sent into the harbor, to
make sure of her departure. The general
answer to the enquiry was that she was
still there. 1t is to be added that the
shores of Martinique descend precipitately,
81 buhb q NGSSel eau Saii WlIulu stone
throw of them in the shadow of the noun
tains. There is reason to believe that
France will demand an apology from onr
government on account of signals made in
the harbor. The story that the San Jacin-
to is detained BY the French, is of course,
unfoundsd. ~ .-ars ...-
The Committee of Ways and Means, at
their meeting to day, agreed upon three Rp-
Precipitation bills for the next fiscal year,
which will be reported to the House on
Monday. They are the army bill which
sPpropriates $74, 900. 900; the West Point
bill which is essentially as usual, and the
fertilization bill, which makes unusually
large appropriations, especially for New
York harbor, various points on the coast
of Maine and the Tortugas aud other Flor
ida forts. - tt
1t is understood to be the intention of
the committee to report all the appropria-
tion bills before Christmas.
Major General Sedgewick hhs been as
signed to the command OF the 9th Army
corps, late Burnside's, and will join the ar
my on Monday or Tuesday.
General Slocum whose departure from
Harper's Ferry Southwark. formed a part
of the general movement, was at late
hour known to be between Strasburg aud
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BUsiNEss NonI0DsV :

80 A Coon NOTlcr.-Tas Ladis, and
metr f7eads, wishing to make holiday pres.
ems or TO provide for their own convent.
tenee and comfort, would do well to call
IN, ana t9ok at Bargftt's Toilet sets. They are
the public. y = OF u : -
Also, campsor Zee and tGiyeeria., Soap.
IN great variety, GHaadteretisf Eztruct,,
Up I, BGtD1'' Toilet PokdtTs, Pomaaes, Pug
6ozs' and Toilet goods generally, in great
variety. Come and look al our .do.o casa.
7 H. LOsAS& Co., Al Main St.
LoGASr LIST & Co., Bridge Corner.
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NV YoEK, Dec 1.-THE steamer Cham
PiJu arrived this afternoon from Aspiuwali
with 500, OOe in treasure.
No news from South or Central America.
The brig keoka reports that on the 18th
inst, in lat. IS s., long. - 10, she ran
through an immense mass of boxes, with
some small pieces of boards resembling
the bulWarks Of vessel gaugRay, stage.
&c. These boxes extended 6 or I miles.
literally covering the water. She picked
up new cork fender and Is boxes army
bread, apparently not more than 10 or 10
hours in the water. They were marked o.
s. Subsistence Depot and Union Mechani-
cal Baking Company. NY,
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1862-12-15

RS-A BEAUTIFUL DAr.-Yesterday Was
q day that might have belonged to the ear
Iy part of September. The sun shoue out
Brightly and with degree of warmth that
vas most remarkable for this season of the
year. Every yestige of winter disappear
ed before the SUMS rays. overcoats were
thrown aside, aud the fires In the houses,
like the people, went out. The churches
were well attended, and all day the streets
were thronged with people of all ages
aud sexes in clean, tidy garments as in the
spring and summer time. We did not con-
verse with the Oldest inbabttaut upon the
subject of the weather, that eminent patriot
being deeply interested IN the news from
Fredericksburg, but We venture to say that
hsuever before saw such day in the mid
die of December. lsfG U9A
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1862-12-15

Nav YoRE, Dec. l4.-A Special to the
Tribune from Nashville, Dec. l2,-Brig.
Geu. D. s. Stanley returned this evening
from dashing enterprise into Dixie. He
left our fort yesterday by the Franklin
Pike, with strong force Of Cavalry and dis
turbed the enemy early in the day, fighting
considerable Cavalry force, aud driving
them across the country. He made dash
ut Franklin this morning, but was sharply
resisted by the enemy, shooting from hOus-
es. Maj. Gen WynkOOp commanding the
7th Pennsylvania Cavalry, charged bril-
liautly through the town aud drove the reb-
els after destroying Touring mills and other
property, useful to the rebels. The expe
ditiou returned, losing only one mau. Five
rebels, including one Lieutenant, were kill
ed, ten wounded, twelve taken prisoners
and large lot of horses captured.
II WAS discovered there il no large force
of rebels as far west as Franklin, there is a
heavy force Of rebels near NOlansTiIIe and
another near Murfreesboro aud a consider
able force this side of Stewards Creek
There was no evenly at Lebanon. Morgan
is about Promiscuously with COCO men. The
enemy is waiting an attack. The entire
rebel force does not exceed 10000.
The AuFfreesbOrO (RebeI) Banner Of yes
terday admits the loss at Hartsvillc 10 two
rebel regiments of over 80 men. Bragg
sent 1882 Paroled Union prisoners to our
lines yesterday mostly captured at Harts
vile.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1862-12-15

wAsHIEoToN, Dec. lit is thought
here that only about 10000 of our own
troops were engaged in yesterdays battle.
From information received early this
morning preparations were making all
night for conflict Gen Burnsing re-
mained on the field giving orders, and
looking to the position and condition of
his forces.
Additional Surgeons aud everything
which the necessities Of the wounded re-
quire, have been despatched from Wash
iuRton.
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- Rslka T saIAossE.-i,s6I.. .,.TTa7,i-,

"a WfsfkR FAsHioSs.Z-ff, diies r q a.
that this winteEfasbion is mercile.sly.rsc,4
log. By the Freaks Of The Empress .Ruoeoi.
all ehrissepdomis affected. Eugenie wears
nothing but Bussissn sasiss. MiaE fur X
just AZ warn, 50 is Hudson's Bay sable
Engenis having an uultmiIsdly large BANK q
book, sports Russia sabIsy. For this FEsis.
son every fashion-plate shows a series of
tsoOit-ehtunedaWomen,- with mouths two
sizes smaller than their eyes, all clad in the
same costly muffs, uctorines' aud tslnas.
while no two are habitsd in the same style
ot garment the cOiucidenee in furs is Der.
iset. This bothers tho entire remaining
portion Ofthe civilized world. aud gives the
heartache to moderate sized pocket books
Eugenie is cioakedi in velvet to her yerJyq
heels. For this reason the revolving ladies
WIN wax busts, in the windows offthe,
cloakerieS, are patterned after her. The
ladies pattern from the efigies, and with
The price of velvet enormously Increased
ladies who must be the ton, must make ex.
LraaSagant demands upon any Ordinary
finances. This, however, il not all. It Is
!, oao enough, but the song carries chorus
in the shape of trimming. The mode indis
Gates rich lace. Nothing like sham will
answer. The gracefully rounded shoulders,
that support the velvet CLOAK must be Dor.
dered with gnipure to correspond. A. yard
ot'this article four inches wide, leaves the
change from ten dollar note scarce worth
consideration. tdfl : = 20
Ladies OF liberal expenditure, too, used
10 regard teu dollars as the full equivalent
for q handsome bonnet. A tirst class
leather such'as appears frequently on the
promenade, cost eight dollars TO begin
"lth-the velvet to fashion bonnet costs
at least sig dollars. A French frame 81
cents the ribbon 62 cents q yard, the flow.
ers and "inside trimming" a dollar more
This is at Wholesale price, and brings a IL.
dy's bonnet at ahigh figure.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1862-12-15

B9eTHE ,MARkEr,-The Second Ward
Market was well supplied on Saturday
morning, With everything the country af-
lfords. Thsreswas an abundance of poultry
aud opossums and Eaccoous, fat and tender
were plenty. No particulars, change Of
prices is noticeable.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1862-12-15

%DOun1E RAILROAD TRACK TO WASH
lSsrOS.-Itis understood that as soon as
the Baltimore aud Ohio Railroad Company
can complete the repairs on the mainstem,
which is expected 70 be accomplished in
about thirty days, they purpose totcom-
msnce laying q double track from Baltimore
to Washington. esye &
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1862-12-15

RS- TRNDERED THEIR COMMISSIONS
The officers of the 18th Va. Infantry who
rendered their resignations in consequence
of the surreudero Of Col RathbOne at sPep-
Ger in Roane county, have been rendered
their commissions, and 1t is Understood
that they will accept aud return to the SER
vice. .oEiI,.kt -. Z. Va
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1862-12-15

Ia ALL men belonging to the First
Virginia Infantry absent tpsm theregiment
are directed to report for transportation
to-day, between 10 q. M, and 3 p. M, 70
Capt. R. Radclif, ut E6elipg's, near the
Centre Wheeling Market House, or to Maj.
Stephens, at the Office of the Crescent Iron
Works. 80
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R4- THE CHRISTMAS HoLIDAYs.-The
moderate weather of the last day or two
has favored the colvenienee of some who
are always early,in the Christmas market
for the choice of books. jewelFy, toys and
other holiday ware; consequently an unn-
sualcnumber Of ladies have availed them
selves of the opportunity to provide their
stock In whole or in part. OF course be-
tween this time and the 25th inst, and the
the close of the first week in January many
thousands OF dollars will be expended 10
this way, and the proportion of its distri-
button will be according 10 the popularity
of dealers, the choice of wares and the
price of the article on sale. As it is fair
to suppose that those who have good arti-
cles at moderate prices will be anxious to
invite custom which they can satisfy, the
prompt advertisement of the same is of
course the best evidence of the fact. Whom
youShaye anything to sell that is worth
selling, let the people know it-that is the
true principle ofadvertising. -
There is duty that man always owes
to his business-and that is to, advertise
it.
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NOTICF.

On aud after Monday, the 9Th instant,
the subscription price of the Wheeling
Daily Papers, in all parts of the city and
vicinity delivered by carriers will be-
twelve cents per week. Papers viii be fur
ushsd to News Dealers at the rate of two
dollars per hundred.
HENRY HARDY,
Editor Wheeling Press.
CANPBBLI & McDRRuoT.
Editors Wheeling IatelE0eaeer. - 4,
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WAsHISeTos, Dec. ls.-The 0ommis-
sioner Of Internal Reyenne hAs decided that
promissOry notes payable at Banks are not
liableTRs cbeclIs to taxation. ed
General Wilcox, of Michigan, telegaaph-
cd Last night 70 a near relative that he was
all safe and WE'LL i55si b -,
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1862-12-15

NoRrH OF DUNEREBs, Va, Dec. ~
About daybresk this morning between
1000 aud 300 Of Stuart's cavalry dash
ed into Dumfrees captured ten sntlers
twenty-five pickets, so it is represented,
and Mr.. Mcintosh telegraph reporter
They also cut down a telegraph pole and
cut the wires.