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Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1862-04-10
LOCAL 1NTELL1GENCE.

DEATH OF Col. HINEs.--The village and
town of Brattleboro have sustained loss in
the death of Col. Arnold J. Hines, who died
on Saturday last. He was for more than
twenty years the senior partner of the well and
widely known firm Of Hines, Newman & Co.,
iron founders and machinists, whose paper ma
chinery is in use in large number Of mills
from Canada through the United States even to
Mexico. In the responsible and important
but too often thankess labors of Fire Depart
ment, Village and School officer he was often
employed, and his efforts therein were largely
instrumental in giving character, to this village.
lie was a man of excellent judgment of good
business habits and his advice was frequently
sought, and highly esteemed by his townsmen.
In all the relations of life he was a man of
sterling integrity of character combined with a
geniality of disposition that commanded the re-
spect and affection of his fellow ci liens no less
than of his more intimate associates and friends.
The existence of an internal tumor which was
rapidly developing ITSELF occasioning increasing
arrangements of his system, and which was
sure to prove fatal at no very distant day. led
him one year ago, the lst of April, to retire
from business and close up his worldly affairs.
Since that time he has lived in the full convic-
ton that his days were numbered and were fast
drawing to a close. There was no cure and
but little palliation for his disease. The tumor
grew rapidly until it terminated his lie. A
post mortem examination disclosed the fact that
it was feshy, fbrinous tumor with several at
tachments in the abdomen. 1t was of enor-
nous size weighing serenity. eight pounds. All
the other organs of the body were in healthy
and normal condition except as they were dis
placed by this monstrous tumor
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1862-04-10
Western Virginia.
THE REBELS RErREAr1xG TO STANTON.

dispatch fiom Wheeling, or Wednesday,
says a telegram just received there announces
that the rebels are retreating before our forces
under Gen Milroy, who has advanced from
Cheat mountain and Newbald's camp. Ale
ghany was lately evacuated by the contederates.
The rebels have also fallen back from Monter-
ey and Iluntersvle, and seem to be aiming
for Stanton, where they will have railway es-
cape.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1862-04-10

ARIzoNA.-1hc rebel cover mont has op-
pointed full set of officers for the Territory Of
Arizona. Both the goyerrmenis-raie and
child-Wil soon be as peripatetic as ARENAS
Wards Show.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1862-04-10

CoNNECrIcUT RIVER is yet fast locked in the
icy bonds of winter, Notwithstanding spring is,
We have never before, within our recollection,
known of its being so tardy in unloosing itself
from the rigorous embrace of winter. The
subsistence of the snow thus far has made no
visible impression upon the volume of its con-
tents, nor is there any present reason for appre-
hending any considerable rise. The water from
the melting snow is wholly absorbed by the
ground which is very nearly destitute of frost.
But then the snow does not melt much this
week. The weather is cold ard the wind raw
enough for December. If there's not a change
soon ice cellars will be as useless here as in the
Arctic regions.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1862-04-10

+. & A. SPEYER have leased the corner store
in Bloke's Block, lately occupied by Hastings
& Wilder, and they remove thereto on the 10th
inst. This firm is now well known in this
community for the intrinsic excellence of their
staple and fancy goods, and for their taste in
selecting TO meet the wants of their customers.
In their new store, with more room, greater ac-
commodations and larger convcniences they
will be better able to do justice to themselves
and furnish a still wider range for selections to
their numerous customers. The senior partner
is at the head of house in New York, which
gives him unusual facilities for buying at adj
vantage and availing himself OF fresh styles of
goods. 1t gives us pleasure to chronicle this
evidence of the prosperity Of this establish
ment.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1862-04-10
DISPATCH FROM GEN HALLEcK.
FROM FORTRESS MONROE
The Advance Towards Yorktown.
Summary OF OFFICIAL NEWS.

The following summary of intelligence re D..
ceived by the war department up to 10 o'clock
Monday night of the operations at Yorktown
works were carefully examined by Gen Nc
Cean, and found to he very strong and the
approaches difficult. The enemy wrre in force
and their water batteries at York and Glouces-
ter, are said to be much increased. There was
sharp fri on the right, but no harm done.
Our forces were receiving supplies from Ship
ping Point, repairing roads and getting up
large trains. 1t seemed plain that mortar and
seige trains must be used before assaultng.
Another dispatch received Monday morning,
states that Yorktown will fall, but not without
scige of or 3 DAYS. Some of the outer
works were taken. A despatch from Gen
Wool states, that Magruder had 10000 men
at Yorktown. Another dispatch to The secre-
tary Of war, states that new rebel camr had
been discovered from the beach at Rip Raps,
and was shclled out by Col Holiday. Several
rebel infantry regiments were seen from the
Rip Raps during the day. No signs of the
Menimac have appeared. A rebel tug was
seen milking a reconnaissance off Sewall's Point
Sunday afternoon. On the afternoon of Sun
day. Shipping Point had been taken, and our
gunboats had sheled out the water batteries.
There was col siderable delay caused in eros
sing the deep creek at Warwick Court House.
and resistance was made by the rebels, during
which several casualties occured on our side
All the fortified places of importance before
Yorktown hud been taken, and at every point
the greatest enthusiasm prevailed among cur
trOoDS.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1862-04-10

GOVERNOR JOHNSON evidently finds it an up
hill work to e-esiablish the federal authority
in Tennessee. The infue;ce of the rebel lead
ers and rebel presses in that State have very
thoroughly poisoned public sentiment until its
whitening virus has permeated every channel of
of public, business ard social life. The dclu-
sive dogmas of secession have obtar ed hold
that nothing but Union victories and the strong
arm of military authority can loose. Although
there are many high-minded and patriotic men
who have come boldly forward to aid in the
restoration of just authority it will require time,
patience and the exercise of a sound discretion
to undo the work so thoroughly done by
traitorous government and reasonable press
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1862-04-10

IRoN CLAD VEssELs.--Government has con.
tracted with Capt. Ericsson for six new vessels
to be built on the plan of the Monitor but
they are to be of superior size and strength,
and will possess ample room for the working
of the guns and for Accommodations of the
officers and men. They will have greater speed
and will be superior vessels in all respects. 1t
will be remembered that the revolving lurret
Of the present vessel is only eight inches thick,
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1862-04-10

Our VILLAGE SCHOOLS will all commence
the Spring term on Monday next. In accord
ance with the vote o the District at the annual
meeting the studies for the several grades have
been revised and arranged in systematic or
der, and pupils will not be allowed to attend
to other studies to the neglect of the course
prescribed. Those who master the course will
have laid the foundation of good English ed
ucation.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1862-04-10
FROM GEN HALLECK.

ST Louis, Sh.-Brig Gen w. NJ MaKall.
late of the United States adjutant generals de.
have surrendered to Gen Pope, and it is expec-
ted that many more will he cnptured to-day.
immense qua titles of artillery and supplies
have fallen into our hands. ii. W. HAL
LEcK, major general.
GREAT TICTORIAT PITTSBJRG LANDING
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1862-04-10

New GooDs,-Our merchants and others
engaged in trade ami the manufacture of wear
ing apparel have just returned from market
with the Spring styles of new and desirable
dress goods for both sexes Those interested
in being in the fashion will heed this hint.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1862-04-10

THREE REBEL GENERALS AND SIX THOUSAND
PRISONERS TAKEN.
Island No. 10, after a siege of more than three
weeks, surrendered to Com. Fuote at midnight
session. The reports of the amount of stores
and arms taken as well as the number of prison.
ets are conflicting but there can be no doubt
many prisoners have been captured, including
general officers of high rank, and that most of
the rebel property, guns and transports have
fallen into our hands. Gen. Pope took one of
the rebel forts on the Tennessee shore, and
dispatch from St. Louis says he has captured
three generals, six thousand prisoners, one
hundred siege pieces, seve al field batteries,
immense guam tiles of small arms, tents, wagons,
horses and provisions. Our victory is over
whelmtng, ard We hava not lost a single man.
NEWS FROM THE WAR DEPARTMENT.
The following news in relation to the capture
of Island No. 10 was sent ont from the war de-
partment Tuesday evening: Gen. Pope is
securing the country round No 10, and so far
has captured Gen. M6kall and staff and two
thousand men," The above is not from an Of
fetal source, but is deemed authentic, and cor
responds with the expectations formed upon
previous official information. The 70 lowing
was received Tuesday evening" "Merriweath-
er's Landing, Sth. Gen. Paine's division
IN arched forward TO T'ptonville last night and
captured Gen. Makall, formerly an adjuant
Of the United States staff, and about 2000 pris-
oners from Arkansas and Louisiana, large
quantities of ammunition, and other property.
Gen. Pope's movements have been complete
success. lie has moved in the direction of Is
lind Nh 10 q cnnillrn all ihni nrn left y
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1862-04-10
II HE WAR.
LATEST NEWS.
q RIOUS VICTO RIES
ISLAND NO 10 SURRENDERED.

Amount of Arms and Stores Cap
tured.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1862-04-10

LAsELL FEMALE SEMlNARY.-'Ihe next to- m
of tits excellent Institution begins Mayl See
advertisement.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1862-04-10
GEN GRANT PURSUING THE REBELS.
HARD FIGHTING AND HEAVY LOSSES ON BoTI
SIDES

7
SIDES
The following was received by the secretary
of war, Tuesday evening :-"On the 9TH inst,
the rebels, in Overwhelming numbers, attacked
our forces at Pittsburg Landing, Tenn. The
battle lasted from morning till late in the after
noon, and resulted in the complete defeat of
the rebels, with heavy loss ON both sides. Gen
Grant is following up the enemy. Gen Buell.
has arrived in Tennessee, and two divisions of
his army were in the battle"
DISPATCH FROM GEN HALLECK.
ST Louis, April S.-The enemy attacked our
works a, Pttsl urg. Tenn, yesterday, but were
repulsed with heavy loss. No details are given.
ii. w. HALLECK, major general.
FROM FORTH IS MONROE
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1862-04-10

~ luller account Is contained IN the loIIoNlhS
dispalch;-
BEFORE YORKTOWN, Saturday evening.
Hon Edwin NJ. Stanton, secretary If war:
That portion of the army Of the Potomac re-
Gently concentrated at Old Point, advanced yes
terday in the direction of Yorktown, twenty
four miles distant. The right was assigned to
General Momill's brigade of General Porter's
division, two companies of the Sd Pennsy varia
cavalry and Il portion OF Berdan's sharp shoot
ers, acting as skirmishers. Nothing Of interest
took place until their arrival al Big Bethel. ~
miles distant, where they met the outer pickels
Of the rebels. The troops were delayed here
two hours to demonstrating bridge which
had been destroyed. The rebels retrented be-
fore the advance Of our skirmishers to Towards
creek, where they had some abandoned earth
works. -Four shots were fired here by the
rebels from two field pieces, which were soon
silenced by the 4lh Rhode Island battery, when
the rebels beat hasty retreat, taking their
piece with them. The main body of the army
rested for the night, while General Morrilrs
brigade advanced miles to Cluckleyille, and
miles from Yorktown and there encamped.
BY o'clock this Saturday morning, the col.
umn was again in motion aud at ten O'Clock
was in front of the enemy's works ut Yorktown.
Iha first shot fred wa by the rebels, the shell
passing over the heads of Gen Porter AMI staff,
without exploding. The batteries of Griffin,
Sd and 4lh Rhode Island, and 9Th Massnchu-
sets were now placed in position, replying to
every shot sent by the rebels. The cannonad-
ing continued with but slight intelmsson until
dark. About 400 shots were fired by both
parties during the day. The loss ON our side
was killed and wounded
The Fortress Monroe boat to Baltimore
brings information from the neighbolhood OF
Yorktown to Saturday afternoon. Shipping
Point had been taken by our troops, and other
places on tho route, formerly occupied by the
rebels.
THE DAMAGE TO THE MERRIMAc
The following has been received at The navy
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1862-04-10

SUDDEN DEATH.-Col. Obed Slate of H:ns-
dale, n. H., while eating supper on Friday
evening, March 2S, was checked while attempt
ing to swallow piece of meat and died in ten
minutes thereafter. Had he lived until the 9th
inst, he would have been 81 years old. Col.
Slate had been an active and useful citizen, and
although his disease occurred at a ripe aye he
will be sadly missed
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1862-04-10

]. L. Lowell of Amherst, who has taken the
class pictures of the graduating class at Am
heist College, for the last two years, has the
Job again this year, and is getting up eartes de
yisite of superior style. He has facilities and
abilities for making these fashionable pictures,
unriyalled in this part of the state, and but few
photographers in Boston or New York are
equally successful in taking good pictures.
-Spr. Republican.
Mr., Lowell was formerly a photographer in
this village, and his high abilities in his art are
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1862-04-10
THE OFFICIAL REPORT.
BEFORE YoRKrowN, Saturday evening.

A fuller account is contained in the following
Dispatch
Ashtabula weekly telegraph. [volume] (Ashtabula, Ohio) 1853-1873, 1862-07-26

j. b CROSBY, Iron Founder, and manu-
faoturer Dealer In PloWs, Plow Castings Mil Cast.
in &C. Most descriptions Of Foundry Work done 10 order
Ahstabula Ohio. 69b
Ashtabula weekly telegraph. [volume] (Ashtabula, Ohio) 1853-1873, 1862-07-26
An Anecdote of Commodore Footc.

We find the following anecdote of Com
Foote in the Christian .4dUo cote and Journal
of this week
1t is we'll known that whiskey forms part
of the ralions supplied to men in the navy,
the wisdom Of which may we'll be called in
question. a saving clause allows each
sailor TO commute his ration for money.
Many do this, but by far the largest num-
ber answer to the whiSkey roll, aud with
evident satisfaction gulp down all the law
allows. AT the commencement Of a cruise
Commodore Foote called the chaplain TO
his State.room, and told him that he de-
sired to form a temperance society on
board of the vessel. The chaplain thought
the object q good one, but the success Of
the experiment he very much doubted
His doubts were much greater when the
commodore told him he intended TO make
old Brown president, if agreeable to the
others Now old Brown had for many
years been follower of the seas, and had
imbibCd such quantities of bad liquor that
his nose plainly told of the excess Of his
drinking and in answer to the chaplain'S
doubts about securing the concurrence Of
old Brown the Commodore replied Never
mind have already spoken TO Brown
on the subject, aud he enters heartily into
the scheme, aud consents 10 be president
of our society.
The meeting was called and the society
formed and so persevering were the effort,
Of this noble officer, and those whom he
inspired with the good work, that every
officer and man on board of that vessel sign.
ed the pledge of total abstinence, and the
first port that the good and now safe bark
touched. all the u. S. stores Of whiSkey
were stored on account of the government
The cruise was inishedwithout one drop of
whiskey rations and no doubt the crew
was much better able to perform their duty
and to endure hardships than when they
daily imbibed that which was calculated to
destroy both body and soul. 1t may be
well asked what can one man do or rath-
er what can not be do when, with the spirit
of love and charity TO animate him be works
with a will iu his Masters cause
Ashtabula weekly telegraph. [volume] (Ashtabula, Ohio) 1853-1873, 1862-07-26
ASHTABULA, O., SATURDAY MORNING JUYL &C. 1862

habitants sent prisoners TO head quarters.
ii such an outrage occur Mt any place dis.
tant from settlements, the people within
five miles around shall be held accountable
and made TO pay an indemnity sufficient for
the case.
Any persons detected in such outrages,
either during the act or any time afterward
shall be shot without waiting civil process.
No such acts can influence the result of this
war, and they can only lead to heavy afilic.
tion to the population to no purpose. 1t is
therefore enjoned upon all persons, both
Tor the security of their property and the
safety of their persons, that they act vigor-
onsIy and cordially togethe. to prevent the
perretration of such outroges
While it is the wish of the General com
mandlng this army, that all peaceably Ills.
posed persons who remain at their houses
and pursue their accustomed avocations,
shall be subjected TO no improper burden of
war, yet their own safety mus, of necessity
depend upon the strict preservation of peace
and order among themselves And they
are to understand that nothing will deter
him from enforcing promptly aud to the
full extent every provision of this order.
BY command of Maj. Gen. POPE.
Ashtabula weekly telegraph. [volume] (Ashtabula, Ohio) 1853-1873, 1862-07-26
II. EXHIBITIONS.

Rule Amy member may enter as many
animals and articles as he or she may own.
Trains of oxen or horses from townships, must
pay entry.
Rule 2.-All manufactured articles must be
exhibited by the manufacturer all stock, ex
cept horses or cattle in trains, must be exhibited
by the owner. All farm and garden products
must be exhibited by the grower.
Rule 3.-All entries for competition must be
made and entered on the Secretarys Book, on
or before IL o'clock on the first day of the Fair.
Persons living at distance, may if they prefer
make their entries by letter to the Secretary
stating the articles and class in which they wish
to compete.
Rule All articles for exhibition must be
brought in and arranged by 10 o'clock. A. NJ. the
first day of the fair, as no entries for competi-
ton can be made after that.
Rule 5-No article or animal shall be entitled
to compete in more than one class, except the
Sweepstake List, and cattle trains, except by
paying separate entry.
Rule 6-No animal or article entered for
exhibition must be removed till the close of the
fair, unless by permission of the managers and
any premium animal or art icle will if removed
forfeit the premium to which it may be
entitled
Rule Pens will be provided for cattle,
sheep and swine and hay and water free for all
animals on exhibition aud the grounds will be
carefully watched nights, aud all property suit
ably protected from injury. Free pasture will
be provided for all stock on exhibiticn from q
distance, at convenient distan from the fair
grounds, and in different localities, so as to ac-
commodate all as far as practicable.
Rule 8-No persons will be allowed to enter
the ring at any time, unless by permission of the
Marshal.
Rule 9-No premiums shall be awarded on
Farms or farm crops, without full, correct aud
satisfactory statement, in writing, to be furnish
ed the Secretary before the meeting in NOvem,
Der, for determining such premiums.
Rule lO-CompetitOrs in Dairy Products
are requested to make statement in writing,
showiug-ls location of farm and quality of
soil I'd, kinds of grass, best adapted for pastur.
age and for hay Sd, number of acres used in
sus tanning cowsspecilying pasture and meadow /;
4th, average yearly cost of keeping cows 5th,
the average product of each COW IN butter aud
cheese 9th the proper temperature of a room
for curing cheese. and the effect of higher or
lower temperature upon the quality of the
cheese 7th deta lied description of the pro-
cess of manufacture.
RSls ll-PersOns receiving as premiums
more than one copy Of paper may have the
cost of the same in cash or other papers at their
option,
Ashtabula weekly telegraph. [volume] (Ashtabula, Ohio) 1853-1873, 1862-07-26
NJ RULES FOR COMMITTEES.

Rule 1--Commttees for each day will be
called at 10 o'clock A. NJ. Judges are request
ed to report themselves promptly at the time
as vac ancies will then be filed.
Rule 2-No person will be allowed to inter
fere with the Judges during their examination.
No premium will be awarded where the owners
name is attached.
Rule 3-No premiums shall be awarded for
objects not merito rious. When there is no
competition, Judges may award first or second
premium according to merit.
Rule 4-Committees will be cautious in Civ
ing cards their reports must correspond en-
tlrely with the manner cards are given.
Rule j-Reports must be intelIigbly and dis
tinctly marked or written out in full and the
names Of all the Judges must he affixed, and
the reports must be returned to the Secretary
as soon as practicable, after the examinations
are made.
Rule 6-Discretionary premiums may be re-
commended on any articles, regular ly en-
tered, though not embraced in the published
list.
Ashtabula weekly telegraph. [volume] (Ashtabula, Ohio) 1853-1873, 1862-07-26

The defect in such soils is chiefly of this
sort They are mechanically defective, be,
ing so light and porous that they can not
retain moisture, or manure if applied.
Besides, they are generally wanting in va.
rious important elements Of plant growth.
Therefore, TO impove them, we must eu.
deaVor tosupply these radical defects. The
first point can be gained by spreading a
coat of clay over the surface and dragging
it in This will improve its texture, and
will also impart fertility. Adhesiveness
and strength having been gained, manure
from the barn.Yard may be applied as fast
as it can be procured. Another method
is to dress such lands with rough com.
posts. Prepare the heaps at leisure, 10 the
barn-yard. The ingredients may be such
as these ten loads OF stable dung mixed
with five loads of clayey soil, twenty BUSH
els of ashes, and the same amount of lime.
After these articles have been well incorpO
rated let the mass lie for month or two
then u will be ready for use. Such a com,
post It is easy to see, will be more enduring
aud better In oil respects, than the same
bulk OF barn-yard manure. 1t will improve
the quality OF the land permanently, and
will enrich it with fertility which will
be very lasting. On every farm OF the kind
here supposed, there should one or more
compost heaps OF some sort constantly
building. -AmerieaR AgrickIturiss.