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For the Standard.
WILMINGTON, n. G, APP

WILMINGTON, N. u, April h. 1852.
Mr.. EDTToR:-W have one Of the most effectual
blockades here now that ever existed. man to
get q drap Of the crater, has to take oath that
it is actually required for medicinal purposes Pro-
vost Parker, with his viglant staff is ever on the
alert and setting traps.
The gunboats are being rapidly built To-day
there is in town to the effect that 1000 of
the enemy are this side of Swansboro'. saw
gentleman direct from Newbern this morning, who
states that Burnside has all the slaves at work on
the entertainments, and makes them work great
deal harder than they have been accustomed to.
He says that there not more than 25 900 at and
around Newbern, of the enemy, and that the report
of 40, 900 being there is altogether a mistake. He
also states that Burnside told some ladies who had
been left there not to make themselves at all un-
easy-that he would see that they were sent to
Kinston, and not only that but he would go with
them himself soon. | am confident our boys at
Kinston will give the old fel. a warm aeception-
that is, if he don't change his mind and conclude
to remain until our boys go down to Newbern.
Every store has TO close doors on every Monday
and Thursday, for drill. By doing this, it enables
every man chance for muster; and it is really SUR
prsing to how full the ranks of the different
companies are WORRELL.'
The above letter came to hand the fourth day
after it was written Ed.
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WILMINGTON JoURNAL.-This is the oldest daily
paper in the State and is doubt literally patron
lied, yet on account of the high prices of printing
materials, and indeed the exorbiant price of every
thing the proprietors have determined to charge
So per annum for the daily instead of Sc as hereto
fore. This is a necessary step which the press
ought generally to take In our it will be
seen, that we have not increased the price of the
Standard, but have simply abandoned our Club
rates. Our Contemporary, the Wilmington Journal
hints that some of its exchanges send such mutt
lated and badly printed papers, that it make no
use of them. Take care, friend Fulton. Those who
live in glass houses should not throw stones. We
frequently get "printer's paper from your Office
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GEN. FREScH.-We are glad to see that this officer
is energetically at work in his department He has
just issued an order calling upon the slaveowners
of Onslow, New Hanover, Brunswick, Bladen, Rob
eson, Columbus, Cumberland and Sampson, to send
him onefifth Of their negro men force, and each to
bring an axe or a spade, to work on Notifications.
They are to report at Wilmington Old Brunswick.
We hope the people will respond promptly. 1t
was this kind of order issued at Newbern by Gen.
Hill, that first stirred up the bile Of some of the
people in that section against him. Unfortunately,
they could not be persuaded then that they were
in any danger Somebody will be hurt certainly,
if everything is not done now to keep back or drive
out the enemy.
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EcoNoxY.-At time like this, when the people
heavily taxed and when every nerve is strained
to carry the war, the utmost frugality and econ
omy should be observed. 1t is the duty, especially
of those in Office, to initiate the example of Cato
eral of the army took no more from the public for
himself and those about him, in the way of perqu-
sites or rations, than two and half bushels of
wheat month, and less than two bushels of barley
for his horses. Cato was ever prone to interpret
more for the State than for Cato, but he has few
disciples among the moderns
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e D.,

In Hsrnett County, Mr.. JOSEPH F. CUrrs OF Viii
liam and Martha Cults of Hsrnett County. He upon
Roanoke Island at the time of its fall, belonging to Com
pany c. 8ls regiment n c. troops. He was faithful SOL
der and after he taken prisoner and paroed he
doubtless anticipated much pleasure in returning to the
fond embraces of his friends and to the quetude Of plea
SAINT home But it did please God to ac him before he
reached his destination He spent five long weeks in
the hospital at Raleigh and then conveyed to his
mothers in supposed improving condition, but af
ter reaching there he breabed his last. He young
man of fine mind Hewas aectionate and broth.
and soldier he brave and determined. His
soldier brethren attended the buryng of ais body the
9Th Cow.
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DE Bows REYIsw.-This able journal for March
and April has been on our table for some days. We
regret that Review conducted with so much sbili.
~ and filled with important statistical information
should not be more literally patronized. 1t is now
issued in Charleston s. G., once in two months in
stead of monthly at So per annum. While we are
far from endorsing all the views of the editor, yet
the value of the publication is unauestiousd and it
merits the support of the whole South
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A CONTROVERSY ON GANBLNG-We have receiv-
ed a pamphlet containing "A Controversy between
"Erskine " and "W. NJ" on the practicability of
sup2ressing Gambling" printed in Richmond. 1t
consists of series of articles signed "Erskine
and replies thereto under the signature Of w NJ"
The text of Erskine " is, Can gambling be sup
pressed?" and the position which he assumes in
discussing the question is that the practice cannot
entirely be put down, for reasons which he assigns
but that in his opinion it be materially restrain
ed by the enactment ola law for licensing gambling
establishments after the fashion Of France and Ger
many. "W. NJ" takes ground against the propo-
sition Of Erskne," and vehemently controverts h.
The discussion is characterized BY much cleverness
and spciness, ard leisure hour or so may be agree
ably spent in reading it The pamphlet may be had
at Mr.. Pomeroys Bookstore, in this City.
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THE GovERNoRsHIP.-0ur venerable friend of the
Hillsborough Recorder, copies from the Henderson
vile Times and the Standard the subject of the
Governorshp, and adds:
at is not necessary for US to name our first
choice" as all our readers know upon whom it
would naturally fall. Gov. Graham has been long
before the people, has filed many important offices,
ard in none of them has he been found wanting in
skill unfathfulness. In these times of distress
and peril, party preferences should give place to
more enlarged and patriotic views In selecting
men for Office our choice should be guided by the
ability and prudence they have shown in the places
they have filed and those should be preferred who
have proved themselves to be statesmen capable of
a wise and energetic performance of the high trusts
committed to them, snd whose character will give
assurance of untiring diligence and faithfuTness.
Gov. Graham and Gov. Morehead are such. The
others named may be able men, good men, and true;
but their craftsmanship has yet to be put to the
proof and in these times Of peril, a mistake in the
choice of Governor may be attended with disastrous
consequences Let tried man, man in whom all
the people of the State can have confidence, be
brought forward now; and the younger aspirants
can come into place in less perilous times"
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New Regiments.

The 49th Regiment N G. Troops organized at
Camp Mangum by the election of the following
officers on Saturday last:
Maj S. D. Rsmseur, Colonel; Maj. VIM. A. Ella
son, 1t. Colonel; and S. NJ McAfee, Major.
The election of Maj Ramseur every one must
regard as a good one-perhaps it could not be bet
tered. But while we wish the 49th 'to'have good
Colonel protest against the policy of transferring
Maj. Ramseur from the Artillery to the Infantry
service. There are few Artillery officers in the
vice superior, if equal to him. That branch of
defence has been rapidly filling up recently, and
far as we can learn, with poor prospect of obtain
ing competent officers. A poorly drilled and Off
cered Artillery company, or battalion, regiment is
the most complete man-trap in the service No posi-
ton is attended with much risk as that of Artil
lerists and Of all others it is most important to have
thoroughly trained officers. Maj Ramseur has
shown himself to be proficient in the Artillery SER
vice, and as he is much needed there we hope he
will remain, and that the Confederate government
will promote him in that service. He has been
offered the Coloneicy in the Infantry service several
times before, we believe, and he has declined it.
Indeed, we understand that the original members
of his company could not have been induced to join
for the war, but for the assurance that the Major
would accept no position by which he could not
tain that company in his command.
5OrH REGnENr.-The 5Oth North Carolina regi-
ment has been organized at Camp Mangu,n, near
this place, as follows: 1t Colonel NJ. D. Grafton
elected Colonel, unanimously; Capt JAS A. Wash
ingtoH, Lieut. Colonel; Capt George Workman,
Major. We consider these excellent selections
The companies composing this regiment are as fol-
lows: Capt Vanhook, company a, Person; Capt
Atkinson, company B, Rooeson; Capt Lunceford,
company c, Wayne; Capt. Ryalls, company D,
Johnston; Capt Griswold, company E, Wayne !;
Capt. Kelly, company F, Moore; Capt Andrews,
company G, Mecklenburg; Capt. Atkinson, compa-
ny H. Harnett; Capt Eaves, company I, Mecklen-
burg; Capt Wilkins, company K, Mecklenburg
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STATE OF N0RTH-CAR0LINA. /.
EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT
Raleigh, April 18th, 1862.
TO THE PEOPLE OF NORTH.CAROLINA.

DY AN ADVERTISEMENT IN THE PUBLIC PA
I'D pers, signed W. 8. Ashe, you informed that he
will appoint and send agents through every County in the
State to borrow purchase and necessary impress all
the arms now in the hands Of private citizens.
ANY attempt Sszs the of our citizens directly
al variance with The Constitution and in opposition to The
declared policy OF the Government which makes it the
duty every citizen to keep and bear arms and proecs
the of the Militia from execution for debt.
But while notify you that these agents have lawful
authority to seize your private arms and you will be pro-
tected preserving the of self defence must also
enon you in this emergency act Of the highest
parrotism and duty that should discover to the pro-
per State authorities all public arms, Muskets or Rides
within your knowledge and Of ssnq the State all the
arms the property of individuals, which be spared
The Coonels OF the several regiments Uf Militia viii
SCENTS for the State and will notify whenever any
such delivered offered to them. Their prompt
and earnest attention is called the execution of this
der. HENRY r. CLARK,
Governor Ex 0fico.
April 10, 1862. H-Wtf.
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TREASURY NOTES TENDEB.-A majority of the
committee to WHOM was committed the bill, max
'Ns Confederate Treasury Notes legal tender, op-
posed 1t on the ground of it's unconstitutonality-
ae committee not agreeing the matter has not been
disposed Of Wea glad to find that constitutional
utlcultles have some influence yet with portion
Of the Congress
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Col. RIDDICK.-We omitted to mention in our
last the election of COL R. H. Riddick to the Colo
neIcy of the 34th N. c. Regiment Vols. in place of
COL LeventhOrpe, who accepts the command of the
Bethel Regiment" recognized.
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We gave in our last a few particulars connected
with skirmish which took place below Trenton on
Monday last between our troops and the Yankees,
and also the ruor that Lit Col Robinson was killed.
Since that we have heard contradictory reports of
the capture Of a number of our men, and that Col
Robinson was not killed, but was wounded and Ia
ken prisoner by the Yankees.
gentleman Just from Kinston gives US the fol-
lowing particulars, which we have no doubt can be
relied on as the most current statementn that place.
portion of our Cavalry commanded by 1t Col
Robinson attacked strong picket force of the Yam
KEGS on Monday last below Trenton. After sharp
skrmishing the Yankees stfrendered-how many is
not stated-and the officer in command surrendered
his sword to 1t Col Robinson. Just at that PERIOD
an additional number of our own Cavalry made their
appearance. when strange to say, portion of the
captors took fright, SUP sing them to be Yankee
Cavalry, and put off leaving few only of their
comrades to take charge of their prisoners and fight
the supposed reinforcing Cavalry. The consequence
of the stampede was, that Lit Col. Robinson was
either killed, wounded or captured, and with him
three others. At all events, four Of our men are
missing and subsequent examination leaves no
room to doubt that they were captured and rot
killed A flag of truce, we learn, went down to as
certain the facts, but have not heard the result.
Various rumors after the battle of Newbern it
will be recolected reflected severely upon the brave
ry of some of Col SpruiTs Cavalry, but we gave no
cOuntenance to the charge, because we did not be-
lieve it, but repetition of the above scene, if it be
true without the strongest mitigating circumstances
would force US to the conclusion that the rumors
were not much exaggerated. Moreover, we should
be inclined to urge upon Gen. Holmes to Snhorse
at once every one of the stampeders. The regiment
is composed OF the best material in the rank and file
and in many of the officers and believe the South
does hot furnish drawer men than compose most Of
the regiment. 1t has labored under great disad
vantages-has been badly equipped or not equip
ped at all for good part of the time it has been in
the service, and we fear it has not been as well
drilled it should have been but for all that,
hope to hear of no more stampedes. If the above
runors do injustice to the regiment or to any one,
we shall be glad to be able to correct them:
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Richard F. Greene of Craven county, on last
Saturday, hired out DO Negroes. Mr.. g. removed
his negroes to this county to prevent them from
escaping to the minions of old Abe. They were
hired readily and At high prices Other large slave
Wdtchrnan
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TO OUR PATRONS.
No,,- Arrangament.
New ArranSemei

- the high prices of printing materials, the
V""s iii NOT be Sent TO new subscribers or renewals,
lqaI4 after the first day of May next. Those who
s,dy subscribed at Club rates viii be furnished at
bs m nj the expiration of their subscription, but
"'s' nr.r if the war continues
nj or friends will therefore bear in mind, that after
= If Nav, 1852, the Standard will not be sent to
The ~ number of subscribers at less prices than the
O.. .r ring Invariably in advance:
i' S.m Weekly Standard, year. a
months, 2 90
IL Standard. wear, 90
months, 100
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lumbar FuND.-The gun-boat fund in Will
nlngtOn is rising. W. A. Wright Esq, of the
Bank of Cape Fear, in Wilmington, is the Chair
man and acting Treasurer of the Fund
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CRoPs.-We learn that the wheat crop in diff
lsrent portions of the State is very promising. We
nave the prospect of good fruit CROP The late
spring has been of signal advantage in this respect
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-, Inc Confederate Congress has passed law, pro.
HOl'ing Confederate citizens from trading with the
enemy under heavy penalties.
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"EN. BUELL-There seems to be but little doubt
wv ol the death Of Gen. Buell., the Federal leader
~ tennessee. Southern accounts continue to re-
peat the statement, and the Yankees admit that he
vas n0rtaly wounded, and several other generals
killed.
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Army REGISTER soon as we can obtain them,
the new regiments will be added to the Army Regis
published on the 4th page of the SemW eekly.
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Salt from Brine.


7 We find the following important letter from DR..
Emmons to Gov Clark, in the last Raleigh Register
We hope the people generally have preserved their
brine and that they viii give heed to the advice of
the Doctor: 49, .,.ss- .,...sa+
RALRiaH, April II, 1862.
To His Excellency,
HENRY T. CLARK, ...- -, ,s,
Governor of North Carolina.
Sir: The enquiry which you made yesterday re-
spectng the value Of brine which has been employ
ed for preserving meat is important at this time
Old brine will contain large proportion OF the salt
used and may be recovered by boiling it. Let the
brine be poured into an iron kettle, and stir in,
while cold, the white of several eggs. Boil the
brine and skim off the dirt from the top long as
it rises Now strain the liquid, while hot in order
to free it from stringy sediment. Boil again and
skim, if necessary, reducing the quanttyof brine by
evaporation until pellicle Of fine salt forms upon
the surface. 1t may now be set by to cool while
crystals of nearly pure salt will be formed The
brine should never be boiled till dry is FORM
ed in that case it will be impure and dark color
ed. By repeating the evaporation, the salt may be
obtained as pure and white as table salt
Most truly, your servant
E. EMMoNS.
State Ge0Logist
P. S.-If the brine is stirred while cooling, fine
salt will be formed if 1t is allowed TO cool at rest
coarse salt will be deposited
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CIsnITY.-Civility is the cheapest and most use
full coin that circulates. 1t equally becomes the
beggar and the King. 1t is even more graceful in
distinguished functionares than in supposed infe-
riors whom they address, for the dignity of the
Office is enhanced by the aability and composure of
the occupant Its absence from such, in this coun-
try, may provoke, but never alarm or intimidate.-
1t is coin to which all entitled; and if with
held whether from caprice or passion, or affected
dignity, contempt for inferior station, its pay
ment in the end will be required, with compound
interest
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Both Houses of the Confederate Congress resolV-
ed to adjourn on Monday next the 2lst instant.
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0oL. fANcE's LEGIoN.-The reader is referred to
'He advertisement of Col. Vance, in to-day,s ISSUE
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49, yoTICE.-The STANDARD IS conducted strictly
sy,teu.. Az pGpers-dr discontinued at the
~ ne re time for Uhiet they haze been paid. Sub
ei0' ~ !. Notified FOUR WEEKS before their time IS cut
G's on their papers; and unless The subacrPtto"
tie paper 'OiA be discontinued This IS rue
'P. ,5,,s rH be no departure. WGtch for the cross
tf''n r ,.I ,,nesV your subscription.
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State Convention.

This body convenes in this City, according to ad
JOurnnent on Monday the 21st inst
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April l8, 1856;
MORE TROOPS FOR THE WARilI

n AN AUTHORIZED By THE SECTY OF WAR TO
u raise LEGION for the war: l want additional
regiment of Infantry two Companies of Cavalry, and
company of Artillery. A bounty of ONE HUNDRED
DOLLARS will be paid to each soldier upon his enlist
day and their full value If killed in battle The best arms
and equipments To be had in the ConfederaoV will be fur
nised Recruits will be received sngly by companies.
Turn out and let's make short work with Abe.
Address me for the present at kINsToN, n. c..
b. VANCE,
Col Cong 26th Reg.
.-.r .-..-.s n. G. T.
Fayetteville Observer, Greensboro Patriot Charlotte
Bulletin, Salem Press aud Asheville News, please copy
four times. -..-
April Ia, 1862. 32-H.
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LAND FOR SALE.

A TRACT OF LAND LYING ABOUT SEVEN MILES
IA South Of Raleigh containing $50 acres, 25 Of
which is gpod bettom land. IL is well adapted 70 tbe
growth wheaf cotton and tobacco. There is
excellent spring within 90 yards vf the dwelling
There the premises, besides The dwelling all neces.
sary uu houses. About ~ acres can be eutyaed this
year. large part of which is ground IL is situated
in a good neighborhood. and in healthy section.
II not disposed of in ten days will rent on shaes
Apply to p. MCGOWAN. Raleigh, or in bis absence to
W. ANDREWS or 70 the Editor Of the OtrfstiaR Sun,
Suffolk Va E
April Is, 1863 32-4t.
-. Christian Sun copy four times
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HHEWING AND SMOKING TOBACCO
~ Best Danville Brands on sale by the box.
JAMES N. T0WLES, Agt
A pril Is, 1852 81
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P. S.-If the brine is stirred while cooling, fine
salt will be formed; if 1t is allowed 10 cool at rest
coarse salt will be deposited
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CARRIAGE HARNESS. GOOD SET OF Sc.
~ cond hand on consignment Ut Towies' Auction and
April ls, 1852 -.....- 81
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1862-12-02

KANSAS Clfr, Nov. 25. The Santa Fs mail
with dates OF the 10Th inst, arrived this morn
ing, having been detained by heavy rain storms
along the route. The distribution Of Indian
presents furn she'd by the Government or that
portion of the Utah tribe of Indians belonging
to the superintendency OF New Mexico, took
place at the Agency At Abeguin, on the Sd inst.
TIE chiefs expressed themselves well satisfied
and said they were anxious to unite with our
troops in an expedition against the Navajoes
and help conquer that tribe in obedience to the
proper authorities. All WAS quiet along the
route.
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1862-12-02
IRON CALIFORNIA.

SAN Francisco, Nov. "a. Three thousand
gallons of turpentine were shipped by tho ship
Regulator for Boston.
Trade is generally quiet. Coal oil has declined
to Csc. with more sellers than buyers Candle.
tales 1000 boxes Cincinnati at Is | &c Cot
iec-sales 700 bags Rio at Acc. Dried apples loo
Crushed sugar, lac. Butter dull at Csc Drv
hides, IA &c. Barley 81, Wheat $l,65.
The manufacture of turpentlne and resin has
been commenced bya firm in Marysville. Eight
thousand pine trees are being tapped at the foot
of the bills few miles distant, and is calculated
that they will yield 200 gallons of turpentine
and 60 barrel, Of resin per week
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1862-12-02
NEW York, Nov. 26 Havana advices stat,

New York, Nov. 26. Havana advces stat,
that tho French occupied Jaappa, without re.
resistance on the part OF the Mexicans.
A Newben letter says "A spirited recon
nolssance by a body of Gen. Foster forces wa,
made on the Dover road, in the direction Of
Kingston, N c., on the 18th inst. They met
the enemy behud a strong fertilization at Cove
Creek. After u severe cavalry fight, in which
both sides acted gallaatly, our artillery shelled
the rebels gu, of their position leaving their
arms, equipments and blankets behind them
Our forces destroyed their barracks and then
return to Newbern,