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Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1862-03-05

A SHREwD DoDGE.-We heard of a Shrewd
dodge, says the New York Post which has
been practiced upon the retail trade of this
city. Some knave cuts the coupons off the
$50 seven-thirty treasury notes, and passes
the note as demand note in trade, thus
pocketing some Sl0.95, the amount of the
coupons, for three years, which he may collect
half yearly upon presenting them at the gov
ernment Offices. Traders should bear in mind
that there are no $50 demand notes, only sos,
Sl0's and S20's.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1862-03-05

FIRE.-On W Wednesday night, February 10Th,
the house of John Troy of Morris township,
was destroyed by fire, during the absence OF
the family. Mr.. 7. also lost nearly all his
household goods. The fire is supposed to have
originated from a stovepipe. The house was
an old log building, therefore the loss is not
very heavy-probably about three hundred
dollafs.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1862-03-05
NUL LCANITE BASE FOR
ARTIFICIAL TEETH.

Attention is especially called TO this article, as
substitute for gold in inserting teeth. Many per-
sons who have rd all kinds of metallic bases pre-
fer this and in those whore it is applicable,
it will in great measure become substitute for
gold. silver or platina. Its chief advantages are,
cheapness, lightness and perfect adoption to the
mouth; it having soft feshy feel to the parts of
the mouth with which it comes in contact.
A. NJ. Hills is prepared to put up teeth on the
Eulcanite Base, with Goodyear's Patent Gum,
which is the only reliable preparation, and can
only be had through their regular agents.
DIR. Hills will always be found in his office on
Friday and Saturday, unless notice appears to the
contrary in the town papers the previous week.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1862-03-05

DEAD REBELs FoUND WITH THEIR HANDS CUT
OrF.-The following postscript (says the Clh-
cinnati Commercially was added to business
letter written at Somerset, Kentucky, on the
2lst inst. nSince the Cumberland river has
fallen. forty or fifty dead secesh soldiers nave
been found with their hands cut off, supposed
to have been the act of fugitives in crossing
the river on their memorable retreat, TO pre-
vent them sinking the boats.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1862-03-05
SALE OF REAL ESTATE OF cEsAF

GALE OF REAL ESTATE OF CESAR
- P0TTER-Notice is hereby given, that by
virtue of an order of the Orphans Court of Clear
field county, Pa, granted at January Term, A. D.
1862, the undersigned viii expose to sale, at pub
township, county aforesaid, on Saturday, the lst
day of March, A. d 1862, at 2 o'clock, p. M the
Real Estate of Caesar Potter, late of Bradford
township, deceased being the same premises
where said Potter living at the time of his
death. containing about sixty more or less
bounded by lands of Harner on the North, by
lands of James Graham on the West, and by land
of John Porter on the East and South Terms;
one third down in cash at the time oH sale, and
balance in two equal annual payments with in
terest from the time Of sale TO be secured by bonds
and mortgage upon the premises
WILLIAM HOOVER. Admir-.
February 5th 1862
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1862-03-05
X OLLOCK's DANDELIoN COFFEE

Il OLLOCk'S SDANDELION COFFEE
IN This preparation, made from the best Java
Coffee, is recommended by physicians supe-
rlor nutritious beverage for General Debility,
Dyspepsia and all bilious disorders Thousands
who have been compelled TO abandon the use of
coffee will use this without injurious effects One
can contains the strength of two pounds of ordin-
ary coffee. Price 25 cents.
koLLocK's LEvAIS.--The purest and best baking
powder known for making light sweet and nu-
tritious Bread and cakes Price 10 cents.
Manufactured by NJ. II. KDLL0CK, Chemist
corner of Broad and Chestnut Sts, Phil'a and sold
by all Druggists and Grocers. Feb. 26, l862y.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1862-03-05

( SEVERELY IyJURED.--We have been informed
that Samuel Edmondson of Covington town
shin, had both his arms broken, in two places,
one day last week. 1t appears that Mr.. Ed
mondson had quarrel with another person,
who seized handspke and struck Mr.. E
twice, inflicting the injuries above stated.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1862-03-05

NOTICE.---A large square pine timber stick,
" marked J. P, was caught during tn January
food, and tied up the premises of the under
signed. The owner have the same, by calling
and paying charges before taking it away-other-
wise it will be sold. j. b. KELSEY.
February 26. 1862.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1862-03-05

4 COMMAND FOR FRE4osF.-General Fre-
mont is sure to have command presently. 1t
isunderstood that the Potomac army is to be
divided into corps d. arnree within few days,
and ii this is done it is not improbable that
General Fremont will be put ID command OF
One OF them.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1862-03-05

METEOROLOGICAL OBSERVATIONS FOR FEBRu-
AIRY, 662.-Mean temperature of the month
for the whole day % egrees-morning 2l,
noon 32aa evening 263 degrees. The last half
of the manth was about two degrees warmer
than the first. Thesweather mostly moderate );
the mercury at no time as low as zero. The
10th was the coolest morning, 5 deg above.
On four mornings, it was below 10 deg. above
zero, viz 5th, 10th, 18th, and 18th. The
warmest day at noon was the 18th, 49 degrees
above. On five days it rose above 40 degrees
at noon, viz 9th, 18th, 18th, 22d, and 23d
Light SHOWS, from three TO six inches, on the
Sd, lIth, and 14th. Rain on tie 9th and 18th,
and rain, hail and sleet on the 10Th. The roads
were generally good throughout the month /;
less snow than the average for February mot
so slippery January no high water or
break up; the river only partially closed.
Yours PENN.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1862-03-05

BILLS SIGsED.-The President has approved
Of the Treasury Note Bill, and of the bill au-
thorizing the Secretary of the Treasury to Is
Sue certificates of Indebtedness to government
Creditors whose accounts have been audited,
and they are now laws.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1862-03-05

4 fNLEARFIELD HOUSE, CLEARF1ELD,
~ PA.-The subscriber having purchased the
furniture and interest from II. Ii. Morrow, in said
House, is now prepared for the reception of tran
sient and permanent boarders. Every depart
ment connected with his establishment viii be
conducted second to none in the county. He res
pectfully solicits share of public patronage.
July IL 1S60-Y. GEO. N COLRURN
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1862-03-05

T,v AMERICAN AGRIcULrURIsr.-Ihe harch
=, :, .bis valuable agricultural journal
has ,een received, and contains many good
suggestions. Werecommend tito the favorable
consideration of our farmer friends. Price,
ST. year. Address, o. Judd. Al Park Row,
New York.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1862-03-05
A TTENT1oN, BEE KEEpERs.-R. Aa

q IIENTIUN, BEE h z EEF FEits.-N, AU-
"A ans Co., having purchased the Right Of
Clearfeld Co. for -. 5. Harbisons Patent I'm
proved movable comb Bee Hive would respect
fully direct the attention of Bee keepers to the
many advantages it possesses over any other Hive
out. With this Hive you can have complete con-
troll ov er your Bees-can at any time remove your
surplus honey without killing Bees-can make
artificial swarms when desired-can prevent your
Bees from being destroyed by moth-and other
advantages it possesses which will recommended
it to all interested in Bee keeping For Hives,
Individual or Township Rights, address,
Il. ADAMS & CO.,
Feb 10 1862 Cooksport Indiana CO.. Pa
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1862-03-05

nR. NJ WOODS, tenders his professional servi
IL ces to the citizens of Clearfield and vicinity
Residence on Second street, opposite the Office Of
l.. Grams, Esq. Office, the same that was recent
ly occupied by Hon. Barrett, where he can
be found unless absento on professional business.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1862-03-05
NO. 2, WAKE UP THE undersigned woul

MO. 2, WAKE UP The undersig ned would
' respectfully inform the citizens of Clearield
and vicinity, that he continues to- do all kinds of
Blacksmithing on short notice and in the very
best style, at the Old Shop alongside of the Town
Hall. Edge tools of all kinds made and dressed
in the best manner and warranted 10 give entire
! satisfaction The public will remember, that
81 not in the habit of turning off jobs account
OF not being able to do them All ask is trial,
and then the public may judge of the work for
themselves Remember the sold Shop at the
Town Hail. JAMES HAFF-
i Clearield Pa August Is, 1861.
n. b. Any jobs that Mr.. Passmore cannot exc
cute will be done on very short notice.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1862-03-05

SHANTY BURNED.-We learn that the shanty
belonging to Charles Macumber, on the Sim
ncmohoning creek was destroyed by fire on
Thursday, February Goth. There was con-
siderable quantity OF provisions, besides the
clothing of about twenty men, in the shanty
at the time of the accident; ; which was all
consumed. The loss is over three hundred
4 IL,
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1862-03-05
An a,neal to the clearfeld LADIES.
CLEARFILLD, March 4th, l8(

CLEARFILLD, Marcn 4tu, loU-
An urgent appeal has been made TO the sym
pathetic as well as patriotic feelings OF the
'CIearfeld Ladies, by the suffering soldiers OF
the 84th Reg. Penna. Vol who are confined
by Illness to the Hospital at Cumberland Md,
and in Western Virginia. Companies 81 and
K'' are from our own county. 1t is the desire
of the Ladies to send them box of Hospital
stores without dclay-and any contributions
from the citizens will be received at Judge
Barrett's office. Articles such as old linen,
soft musins, sheets for bandages, lint, stock
ings, slippers, pillows, shirts, handkerchiets,
towels, &c., as we'll as wines, jelies, preserves
and pickles. They will be received and for
warded by the following committee:
Mrs Wm Bigler Miss Helen Cutie,
Mrs J. r. Leonard, Miss Sophie Barrett,
Mrs G. Il. Barrett, Miss Bertha Wright,
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1862-03-05

TAUTION.---An persons are hereby caution
u ed against purchasing or Ineddling with a
certain Brown Mare now in possession of Jona-
than Mays as the same belongs to and is sub
iect to nv orders. PETER SUMMEhS.
AnsopyilIe February &c 1923 tp.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1862-03-05

The TIMBER BUsINEss.-From inquiries
made during the last ten days, and the infor-
nation obtained, We incline to the opinion
that the quantity of timber taken out this
season will fall considerable short of what 1t
has been for several years past. However, as
there is still a sfne chance" OF snow on the
ground and the hauling tolerable good, the
quantity may be largely increased as yet.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1862-03-05

r ICENSE ENOTICE.-The following named
IL persons have filed in the Office of the Clerk of
the Court of Quarter Sessions of Clearield county
their Petitions for License at the March Session
next, agreeahly to the act of Assembly of March
2Sth, 1856 entitled IAN Act to regulate the sale
of Intnxicatinr Iinnnrs ,; 4
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1862-03-05
BANkINe AND COLLECTION o. oFFIc1
LEONARD. FINNEY & CO..

CLEARFIELD, CLEARFIELD COUNTY, PA.
Bills of Exchange, Notes and Drafts Discounted
Deposits received. Collections ade, and proceeds
promptly remitted. Exchange on the Cities con-
stantly on hand. Office, on Second street, in the
room lately occupied by w. A. Wallace, Esd.
JAMES T. LEONARD. D. A FISNEY-
A WALLACE A C FISNEY.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1862-03-05
A nMINISTRAToR,S IS NorICE.--Lette,

q DWI INISIK AIUK = SNUTIJE.---Letters
"A of Administration on the estate of Alex. Nc
Kay, late of Burnside township, Clearfeld county
Pa, deed having been granted to the undersign-
ed all persons indebted to said estate request
ed to make immediate payment, and those having
claims against the same will present them proper
ly authenticated for settlement.
NEIL MCKAY,
Feb. II. 1S62-Gtp Administrator.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1862-03-05

HoUsE BURNT-We learn that the mousse VI
Robert Neeper of Pike township, was o.' oo"
sumed by fire on Friday night, Feoruais ~o'".
We have not heard the full Pars'ou'"''' Du
,vs believe that Mr. n. also lost most oi MS
household effects.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1862-03-05
Ar RIED !:

On the 9th Feb. 1862 by P. Curley Esq,
Mr. JONATHAN C. EVANS of Graham township.
to Miss MARY j. HEIsE of Columbia, Lancaster
comfy Pa.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1862-03-05

T ARRIMER & TEST, Attorneys at Law. Clear
IL field. Pa. Will attend promptly td'all legal
field and adjoining counties. August 8, 1856.
JAS. II. LARRIMER. ISRAEL TEST
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1862-03-05

BLACKSMITH WANTED AT GRAHAM
- TON.-0ne who can come well recommended
for industry and sobrety None other need ap
ply A good shop with three fires and three set
of smith tools (if desred). and house, garden
and stable will all be leased for one year from
the lst of April and for longer time if sat
isfaction is rendered to customers and to myself.
Address JAS. B. GRAHAM,
January 7, 1862. Ciearfied. Pa.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1862-03-05
CHURCH INCoRPoRATION-An

CHURCH INCORPORATION per-
~ sons interested hereby notified than ap
plication for a charter of Incorporation has been
made. by the Goshen Methodist Episcopal church,
to the court of Common Pleas of Clearfeld county,
in accordance with the provisions of the Act of As
sembly; and unless cause is shown for its refusal,
the same will he granted at the next term of said
court. By order of the court.
JOHN L. CUTTLE,
January 30, 1852. Prothonotary.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1862-03-05

NlTILLIAM Z. IRWIN, Marketstreet ClearfeId,
w Pa, Dealer in Foreign and Domestic Mer
chandise, Hardware, Queensware, Groceries and
family articles generally. Nov. 10.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1862-03-05

When was Napoleon most shahbily dressed
When he was ont al Elba.(elbow).
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1862-03-05

GU NE IRAVELING PUBLIC.-The
Undersigned having taken the Luthersburg
Hotel, situate in the town of Luthersburg Clear
field county, respectfully solieits share of pat
ronage. The house has been re-ftted and newly
furnished, and no pains or expense Will be spared
to render guests comfortable. Charges moderate.
may23 WILLIE AM REED.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1862-03-05

We are apt to be partial to our own ohser
'a''ons-probably for the Observers sake.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1862-03-05

Hasty people drink the wine of life scald-
ing hot.
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PROFESSIONAL & BUSINESS CARDS.

II B. WOODS, Attorney at Law, Indiana, Pa
IL. Professional business promptly ATTENDED to
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1862-03-05

John Russell s. CO., Tanners and Curriers'
81 Pennville, Clearfeld Co Pa Keep constantly
on hand an excellent assortment Of leather, which
they offer for sale at the lowest cash prices Hides
of all kinds taken in exchange Julyl5-54
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1862-03-05

Tar yWEArHER.-During the past week the
weather has been quite changeaoie. oh !noh
day last it raned nearly all day. whist Oh
Tuesday it was cold and freezing and showing
a little most of the day.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1862-03-05

n o. CROUCH, PHYsIcIAs, CutwensviIle. Clear
Il. field county, Pcnna. May IL
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1862-03-05

II does not look well for people TO be al
nSYs talking i'll Of their neighbors.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1862-03-05

A j. PATTERSON, Attorney atLaw, Cutwons
n. Vile, Pa, will attend to all business en-
trusted to his care. Office opposite the NeH
Methodist Church. Jan I5 1852
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1862-03-05

VNH0MAS J. MCCULLOUGH, Attorney at Law
l. Clearfeld Pa. Office, over the "Clearfeld
CO. bank. Deeds and other legal instruments pre-
pared with promptness and accuracy. July ;
D. C. BUSH. r.J.M'cULLoUaH
BUSH M'CULL0UGH'S
COLLECTION eFFICE. CLEARFrELp. PtNN'A.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1862-03-05

SALT! SALTH SALT !!!-A prime arti-
~ Gle of ground alum salt, put up in patent
SACKS at 70 per sack, at the cheap cash store Of
November 81 r MOSSOp
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1862-03-05

II j. GRAMS, Attorney at Law and Real Estate
i 4. Agent Clearheld Pa. ofice adjoining his
residence, on Second strset. May Is
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1862-03-05

" M. MCCULLOUGH, Attorney at Law. Clear
w held, Pa Office, in Graham's new briel
ouiIding' on Second floor July ;, 1851.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1862-03-05

I b M'ENALLY, Attorney at Law, ClearfeId.
81 Pa. Practices in Clearfield and adjoining
counties. Office in new brick addition, adjoining
the residence of James b. Graham. Nov. 10.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1862-03-05

d oBERT J. WALLACE; Attorney at Law Clear
T. field, Pa Office in Shaw's new row Mark [
street. opposite Naugle's 9ewelry store Nav IS.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1862-03-05

Il p. KRATZER Merchant, and dealer in
~ Boards and Shingles Grain and Pfdaucc
Front st. above the Academy, Clearfeid, Pa LIE
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1862-03-05

II F. NAUGBE, Watch and Clock Maker. and
i Il. dealer in Watches, Jewelry, &c Room in
Graham S row, Market street. Nov 10.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1862-03-05

DICHARD MOSSOP, Dealer in Foreign and Do
L \ mestic Dry Goods, Groceries Flour, Bacon
Liquors &c. Room, on Market street a few doors
west of Journal Office, Clearfield. Pa. Apr27.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1862-03-05

nR. VIM. CAMPBELL, offers his professional
IL services to the citizens of Morris and ad Join
ing townships. Residence with J. d. Denning in
kylertown, Clearfeld county Nay II, 1859.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1862-03-05

VNILLIAM a WAhhACE, Attorney at Law
w Clearfield Pa. Once adjoining his res
dence on Second street. Sept. !.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1862-03-05

II BUCHER SWOoPE, Attorney at Law. Clear
IL. field, Pa. Office in Grah ans Row fegr doc 5
west of Graham & Boyntons store. Nor 10
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E9LOCE-A good axt.cis for yale a. u scots o.
Il sjapl6l VIZ r. IRWIN. clsarfeid
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1862-05-12
Federal Troops in Full Possession.

The following official dispatch was received at
the War Department yesterday morning:
FORTRESS MONROE, May lO-12 O'Clock at
night Norfolk is.ours. Also, Portsmouth and
the navy-yard.
Gen. Wool, having completed the landing of
his forces at Willoughby Point about O'Clock
this morning, commenced his march on Norfolk
with s, 900 men.
Secretary Chase accompanied the General
About five miles from the landing place a rebel
battery was found on the opposite side Of the
bridge over Tanners Greek, and after a few dis
charges upon two companies OF infantry that Were
In the advance the rebels burned the bridge
This compelled our forces to march around Ave
miles further. At O'Clock in the afternoon our
forces were within a short distance CT Norfolk,
and were met by delegation Of citizens, and the
city was formally surrendered
Our troops were then marched In, and now have
possession. Gen. Viei is In command as military
governor.
The city and navy yard were not burned The
nres which have been ,een for some hours proved
to be the woods on fire
General Wool, with Secretary Chase, returned
about IL o'clock tonight
General Huger withdrew his forces without a
battle.
Commander Rogers expedition was heard from
this afternoon, ascending James river.
The reports from Gen. Mcclellan are favorable.
EDWIN Nj. STANTON, Secretary of War.
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NOTICE.

g NOTICE.
SEALED PROPOSALS are lnN tied uutil the
27ih dsy of May, 1884, st u O'Clock, m for supply
lnE she United States Subsistence Department
with COZ head CT Baef Cattle on the aoaf
The Cattle 10 bs delivered at Washington oyty,
and taoh enimsi to average so IOuDas grOss
weight, no sn'm.l admitted which weighs lesst an
,oo ponrds gross. HeIfers aud Bulls not vAnfoc.
The Cattle to bs delivered 81 sach times and in
sven susnatIes ss the 6Ovsrnne7t may require
Tce frs delivery of Cate 10 be mads OF the 10Th
nav require.
A bond with good and sufficient security will bs
Tesuired.
Government reserves TO itself the right to pay IN
treasury noes, or other 6overnment fupfs.
NO Did VIII be entertained vhsn put IN by onR
tsctors who have previously failed 90 conply
with their contracts, or where the bidder Is not
present TO Tssp3nd to hIs hid, and ali bids 20 be
ACCOMPANIED by two gus-s -snties,
The names OF hrms should be etAted IN full, with
tn precise address pfan the members rf .he rrl
. BIDS TO De directed 20 Najo, a. BECKWITH
G. 3 U. :. a., Washington, ID. C,
Form of Guarantee,
.We-v-, OF the county Of, ard State
Of -, and -, OF the county ol- and
state Of, do hereby guarsuty chat Is
able 20 talhl contract in 500 dance N the
terms OF bis proposition. snd that ghou his pro
position be accepted, he will a. once enter into
contract IN accordance theresIth.
SHOULD the contract be awarded him ve are gre-
pared 70 beoOme his securities.
This EGarsntee must be appended TO each bid.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1862-05-12
Commodore Fsote at Cairo-Destruct!on oil
Property at Memph ConfIrmsd.
FROM GEN. BANKS, CORPS.

NEW MARKET Va, May I0-Deserters from
the enemy report that the recent Union victories
have caused the greatest depression among the
rebel officers, who looked upon their cause as
hopeless. Their soldiers are very ragged, and
without the means OF renewing their cloth ng,
and hund reds would desert IL II was generally
known that they would be kindly received by
eur officers.
The enemvs ranks are becoming daily thinned
by desertions. The weather Is now dry and the
roads horribly dusty. No new movements Of the
enemy have been disclosed within the last IS
hours. A few SCATTERING rebel scouts are occs-
sonaIly seen In the eastern valley, above Colum-
bia bridge, who fY rearwards on the approach
Of our men
The wheat crop In this region 10 luxuriant, and
the fruit trees bear promise Of all abundant Yield
and are considered beyond danger by frost
Active scouting is kept up between here aud
Harrisonburg.