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The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1863-02-25

TIE Promenade CoNCERT.-The new
City Hall was Slammed full to overlooking
Monday evening, on the occasion Of the prom
enade concert given by the young ladies OF the
''R. r." Society. The sale of tickets during
the day was stopped, and in the evening there
was crowd Of several hundred people anx-
iously waiting chance to purchase tickets
So great was the crowd inside the hall that it
was rather difficult to find room for dancing
As for promenading, there was no such thing;
1t was regular crowding and pushing, and the
crinoline must have suffered somewhat in such
q rush. Nevertheless everything went off
well, and all appeared happy.
The "Senate Chamber" in which had been
erected pavilions for the sale of refreshments,
and in which, also, had been erected the model
Of q country kitchen Of the olden time, pre-
sented brilliant scene. The charming young
ladies who presided in the kitchen and tents
were dressed in appropriate costumes; and
the winning ways in which they dispensed re-
freshments ightened many a mans pocket of
postal currency. In the ante-room was tent
occupied by gipsys, who for trifie told ones
fortunes. We thought we could remark a
singular twinkling of their black eyes as they
were imparting Information from the oracle
But then, who would grudge trihe to learn
his fortune, be it good or bad, told by such
gipsys. Every one was satisfied, and at II
O'Clock the crowd dispersed.
The whole affair was splendid success, and
the receipts must have been very large; leav-
ing handsome nett balance TO be appropri-
ated to the purchase Of materials to be made
into garments for sick and wounded soldiers.
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THEArRE.-Manager Jarrett opened the

THEATRE.-Manager Jarrett opened the
theatre last evening to large and fashionable
audience. The play performed was Damon
and Pythias. Mr.. E. l.. Davenport sustained
the leading character in style never before
witnessed in this city. He was well support
ed by the other members of Aile company, and
the play went off handsomely. In the alb
sence of Mrs. Davenport, who is confined with
illness, Miss Mestayer took the part of Hermit
one, which she performed in pleasing man
ner. Judging from the performances of last
evening we should infer that Mr.. Jarrett has
got the strongest stock company that has Wis
tied our city. This evening the great play of
Richelieu will be performed, Mr.. Davenport
sustaining the part Of the Cardinal. The 9TH
er parts are strongly cast. We advise all who
like to see good acting to go and witness the
performance.
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ions, brigades, and independent regiments or
attachments, which report will be followed by
reports ofnew troops as they arrive, with dis
positions made of them, together with all ma
terial changes which may take place in the
same army. BY command of
GEN. SCoTT.
Eighteen days have elapsed and not the
slightest respect been shown to either of these
orders by Gen. Mcclellan. Perhaps he will
say, in respect tO.the latter,it has been diff
cult for him to procure exact returns of divis-
ions, brigades, DC, no doubt; but why not
have given me proxmate returns such as he
so eagerly furnished the President and certain
Secretaries. Has then a senior no corrective
power over junior officer in case of such per-
sistent neglect and disobedience? The RENE
dy by arrest and trial before court martial
would probably soon end this evil but it has
been feared conflict of authority near the
head of the army would be highly encouraging
to the enemies and depressing to the friends OF
the Union, hence my long forbearance and
continuing, though but nominaly, in duty
l shall try to hold out until the arrival of Maj.
General Haleck, when, as his presence
will give me Increased confidence in the safety
of the Union, and being, as | am, unable to
ride in saddle, or walk, by reason of dropsy in
my feet and legs, and paralysis in the small of
my back, shall definitely retire from the army.
have the honor to remain,
with high respect,
Your most ob't serv't,
(Signed) WINFIELD SCoTT.
Mr.. Steele of N. Y, spoke in favor of the
bill.
Mr.. S. G. Fessenden of Me-, indicated the
clergy from attacks made upon them. saying
they were patriotic and loyal, and it was bet
ter that they should remain at home than en-
ter the army.
Mr.. Cox said let those of the clergy who
are Intermediates in politics march with their
knapsacks to war, and come home sanctifed.
He characterized it slang the calling of
Democrats "copperheads," and spoke in COM
mendation of his party and in denunciation of
Republicans.
Mr.. Cox opposed the bill at length.
Mr.. Kelly spoke in its favor.
AT ll.30 the House adjourned.
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New York Market.

NEW YORK. Feb "a.
Cotton--frmer; sales 1900 bales at 81 "a 9ll for
middling upands.
Flour-State and Western excited and 10 "a 25c
higher; Superiine State Is a 50 Extra do / 20 a.
100; choice 0s a 25; Round Hoop Ohio 90 al
20: choice do 30 az 60; Superfne Western rs
S9s25; Southern 10 q 10 better; Mixed to good 90
"a 40; Fancy and Extra so "a 10 60; Canada is al
% higher; Extra 80 az rs.
Wheat-2 a bette /: Chicago spring 4s a IS /;
Milwaukee club 65 q 70; Amber Iowa 15 al n /;
Winter Red Western 70 a So Amber Michigan
so q 81; White Western 81; Winter Red Iii.
nois 70.
Corn--2c better: Mixed Western sound 9s a l 90.
Bcef-steady; Country Mess 90 a 900.
Pork-a shade hrmer; Mess Is 90 a Is IS for old,
and II 90 for
SUGARS a better; New Orleans III a l2i; Mus
covado l0i a IL.
Coffee-very firm; Rio 32l; Santos a.
Molasses-iirmer; New Orleans AZ a IS; Porto
Rico old crop4s.
Freights TO Liverpool-frmer; -four Is "a D Cd I;
grain ID for wheat in bulk and ships bags
Wool-frmer and in good demand; sales 100 900
lbs heeces ut SO q s aud HOO bales Cape, part at As
a Az.
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LARCENY FROM A SHoP.-Messrs. Rumery
& Durham have lately missed from their es-
adjustment lead and solder in considerable
quantities. They had no idea of who the
thief could be and therefore placed the matter
in the hands of Deputy Marshal Head, who
worked it up SO well that on Monday evening
he arrested L. p. Townsend, a man in their
employ, just as he was in the act of selling
lot of solder. Townsend made fight and
pitched into the Deputy Marshal most heroic
ally, but Mr.. Head soon subdued him aud
conveyed him to the lookup, where he has
since acknowledged that he had stolen three
or four hundred weight of the articles missing.
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DETENTION OF A TRAIN.-The train from
Augusta yesterday, was thrown from the
track near Richmond by running over COW,
and did not arrive ia this city until near seven
o'clock in the evening. Nobody was hurt ex-
cept the COW.
On board the train were As recruits, mostly
for the Heavy Artillery, under charge Of Lieut..
Barclay and Adj't T. c. Webber. As it was
too late after the train arrived here for them
to proceed to Boston, by order of Mayor
Thomas they were provided with hot coffee
and supper, and accommodated with lodg-
ings in the City Government building.
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AccIDENr.-Monday evening the boys in
the vicinity of "Gorham's Corner" built a
large bonfire in the square at the foot of Gen.
ter street. About II o'clock, after the bonfire
had burned down, one Of the carriages of
Capt Charles Ssger drove along. The horses
took fright at the embers, and, being perfectly
ungoyernable, dashed the carriage against the
lamp post, breaking the springs, and otherwise
badly injuring the vehicle. Fortunately there
were no passengers in the coach, but how the
driver escaped without being severely injured
d . mystery.
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PIcKPocKETs.-Att the Promenade Concert
on Monday evening several gentlemen had
their pockets picked Of gloves and handker-
chiefs. Bartlett Decoster, young man some
II or " years Of age, was seen in these nela-
nous operations, but he managed to get clear
rom the hall. Yesterday officer Pickett ar
rested Decoster. and subsequently Deputy
Marshal Head and MEFickett searched the
house where he boarded and found pair Of
buckskin gloves which he had stolen the night
previous.
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RESTORATION OF Con-. PREBLE. - The
thousands Of friends Of Commander Preble in
this city will be rejoiced to know that he has
been restored to the service. His nomination
as Commander was referred to the Naval
Committee of the Senate, who reported unan-
imously in his favor, and the nomination was
confirmed by the Senate last Saturday. We
regard this as an act of public justice to
skillfuf and tried officer, and we have no doubt
the act of restoration gave the President more
pleasure than did the act of dismissal.
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DIRIeo BALL. - The Dirigo Association
will give grand Firemens', Military, and Civ
ic Ball at Mechanics Hall tomorrow evening.
The managers for this occasion have had good
experience In getting up dances, and nothing
wiii be wanting on their part to make this
event one OF the gayest Of the season. Chan
dler's Band will furnish the music, and that is
saying enough on that point. A few tickets
can be had of the Committee of Arrange
ments, whose names may be fobnd in the adj.
vertisement In another column.
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sE-We understand that Mrs. J. S. Little
has purchased the lower house in Park street
block-corner of Park and Gray-formerly
the property of her late husband, but lately
owned and occupied by Seward Merrill, Esq,
for $500.
We also learn that the three-storied house
on Spring street, next west of the High School
for boys, owned by Robert |. Robinson, ESD,
has been sold by him to Mr.. Thompson, Of
Westbrook.
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JUVENILE TmEF.-Last Sunday afternoon
james O'Neil, lad about Is years old, stole
watch from the house of Mr.. James Harris,
on Cumberland street, while the latter was
absent. Deputy Marshal Head arrested the
boy, but he stoutly denied the transaction.
Mr.. Hawks then visited the house of the boys
father, on the same street, and found the watch
concealed in closet. The boy then owned
that he stole it, and was locked up for exami-
nation.
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20 craftsmanship Nova Scotian, Capt. Ora
ham, from Liverpool Feb. 9Th and London
derry the 9th, arrived at this port about
o'clock Monday morning. She brought 81
cabin and lo7 steerage passengers, and full
cargo. She encountered westerly gales dur
ing the whole passage.
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~ An interesting exhibition will come
of this evening at Lancaster Hall, by the
children oil the Sumner street church, (color-
ed who will hold leyee for the benefit OF the
Church and Sabbath School. The Talbot fam
lily will sing some popular songs, aud Skill
lfngs' Quadrille Band will furnish music.
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8 T. l. Il G. n SCH 90 l.
No IIEu ssrnt-r,-r

VINHE Spring Term of this School for Young La
March I'd "''
Principal. A. III bURGIN ~
ieoioozw' No. % High Street.
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s62954
$57s,lls OS
542,021 ~
$36,096 80
Increase,

The RIGHT SoRT.-One Of our most wor-
thy lumber surveyors was engaged yesterday,
to do some work for gentleman in the city,
and proceeded to the place of employment.
Riding along the employer began to talk Sc
cesh" to the poor but patriotic laborer, where
upon the latter stopped the team in which
they were riding, and stepping out, remarked
that he didn't work for rebels; and he
didn't in this case.
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M. l.. AssoCIArIoN.-The last lecture of
the season will be delivered this evening by
Wendell Phillips. His subject is, "Our future
In this war;" That he will handle it in AN
able and original manner, we suppose no one
VIII deny. There will be a crowded house,
no doubt
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John Carey and Jeremiah Conley, for
drunkenness and disturbance Of the peace,
were fined four dollars and costs. Carey paid
and Conley was placed in charge Of an officer.
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Another Battle Imminent near Suffolk-Cap-
ture of two Schooners.-The Paper Duty.

NEW FORK, Feb. "A.
The steamer Continental from, New Orleans
18th and Key West 18th, has arrived She
brings 100 discharged and sick soldiers. No
news.
Fortress Monroe correspondent of the
Commercial says there is rumor that another
battle is imminent near Suffolk, and a fight
may be expected at any hour. As far as an
attack from the enemy is concerned, we have
nothing TO fear, as Gen. Colson, the rebel COM
mander, is 10th 10 risk battle with the fearful
odds against him.
The gunboat Mahaska made capture of
two schooners in Mobjack Bay, laden with
goods at New York and cleared for Baltimore
The value OF each cargo will not fall short of
$4,000.
The Washington correspondent Of the Com
mercial writes that the House committee on
Ways and Means hesitate about reducing the
duty on paper, thus sustaining the monopoly
OF the paper duties.
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b RIDGTON MY,
ATNORTH BRIDGTON, MAINE.

THE Spring Term of this Institution will COM
mence on Tuesday, Fet. Gath. 1868. and continue
eleven weeks
e. Z. Hiton.A NJ. Principal; Rev Franklin Yea
ton A. NJ, Vice Principal; Mrs. Elizabeth Hilton
Drawing and Painting
The Trustees of this institution are happy to an
nounce to the public that the services OF the Rev
FRANKLIN featon have been secured for the Spring
Term Mr. featon brings with him a rich expert
ence and the well earned reputation of successful
teacher
If sufficient encouragement is offered. a Primary
Department will be formed under the supervision Of
Mrs Hilton to which students under twelve years Of
age will be admitted for 81 90 per term
Board near the Academy 20 90 per week wood and
lights extra Students can reduce their expenses by
boarding themselves.
Text Books supplied at Portland prices
THOMAS II. MEAD, Secretary
North Bridgton, Jan. 20, 1863.
jan3l d3aw& w33
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Casco street Seminary.

fyvHIS Institution for the instruction of Young Ia
y dies aud misses, will be re-opened on Monday
March Both. under the charge of the former Prnci-
pal, Miss H. HAWKES.
The course of study will embrace all the branches
usually attended to in such institutions.
There will also be department for Children.
For terms, &C., application may be made to the
Principal at 2l7 Cumberland street, after March 7th
Portland, Feb. "A, 1858. edlw q eod3vs
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TvVHE MISSES SYMONDS will commence tho
Il Spring Session of their SCHOOL FOR Youss
Ladies AND Misses on MONDAY, March ID AZ
their rooms in Mechanics Hall
Application may be made and circulars obtained
Mt No. 10 Brown Street.
Portland, Feb. 10, 1863 div
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FROM WASHINGTON.
Trial Of Prisoners for Violation Of Parole.
Capture Of n Rebel Mail.

WASHINGTON, Feb. "a.
The military court now in session at the old
Capitol prison, to-day took up the case OF the
prisoners held for attempting to run the
blockade for the second time. involving vo-
lation of the parole under which they were
discharged for tine first offence.
John Wilson has declined the Surveyor
Generalship Of Arizona under the new terrific
rial government. J. A. Gurley will probably
be appointed Governor. A large number of
gentlemen connected with the mining interests
of Arizona have recommended Col. Cross of
the 9Th New Hampshire regiment for military
commander of Arizona
The gunboat Eureka, which has arrived
here from the lower Potomac, brought up a
detective officer attached to Gen. Schenck's
department, having with him a large mail,
containing a number OF letters addressed to
prominent personages in Richmond, which
was captured at Leonardstown last week, to-
gether with the carrier, who is In custody at
that place. II is thought much valuable infor-
nation will be derived from this capture.
The crew OF the gunboat Isaac Smith, cap
tured at Stono, South Carolina, have arrived
here.
Paymastcrs Rufus Clark and Camp have
been ordered, the former to the storeship Fall
mouth, and the latter to the sloop-of-war st.
Mary.
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80 The protracted meetings in Casco St.
cnarcn continues every evening (exccpt Sat
urday) this week.
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Reported Capture of the Ram Queen Of the
West,

HEADQUARTERS ARMY OF Potomac,
February "a.
The Richmond Examiner of the 2lst con-
tains dispatch from Port Hudson of the 18th
inst, announcing the report of the capture of
the ram Queen Of the West. She was attack
ed by the Notifications on Red river, and after q
brisk cannonade she struck her colors. Thir-
teen officers and the crew were captured.
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RAILWAY TRAFFIc.-The receipts on the
Grand Trunk Railway for the week ending
Feb. l4th, were, $90,l97 10
Corresponding week last year, s9,5os %
Increase, 1929 "a
The total receipts from Jan.
to Feb. IA were 45IS,1lS OS
same period last year, 542,O2l ~
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The Highland Boarding school
FOR BOYS.
THE Spring Term of this School will commence
Il on the LIST Tuesday in March. The advantages
for instruction excellent Application for rooms
should be made as early possible
Mt. TRUE. NJ. A.,
Proprietor and Principal.
Bethel, jan 70, 1868. jan264w
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LOST!
Wanted Immediately,
An Apprentice Wanted.

TO learn the Sign and Ornamental painting bust
l. ness: One who has a decided taste for the bust
ness preferred. Enquire of j. b. HUDSON. JR.,
febl1-d2w % Market Square
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EDUCATIONAL.
Franklin Family school for Boys,
TOPSHAM, ME-

fuNHE Spring Term of this highly successful School
weeks. 49, $40 "'
FOR Circulars, &c, please address the Principal
Taren's are cofdaiIy invited to visit the School.
80, WARREN JOHNSON, NJ A., Principal.
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CHAMBERS In the second story. over Store "a
~ Middle street-Mitehelrs Building. Possession
given Immediately. Inquire of
jan2t If AT DOLE
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For Sale.

- HOUSE AND LOT. No. 8 Cedar street near
M: the new school house--lot 40 X BY 80; con-
&2isk tains IL rooms with all the conveniences and
In good order; is suitable for two families.
-ALSO-
Pew No. 20 In Chestnut Street Church.
The above will be sold low Ii applied for soon as
my business takes out of the State.
For terms. &C.. call ON Freeman Bradford ESQ.
IS Exchange Street Tx HARMON
febls 3wdkw35
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COOper's Shop to Let.
nN Commercial Street. head of Hobson's Wharf
" Inquire of j. Ii. HAMLEN,
sep4tf Once on Hobson's Wharf.
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Mercantile Library Associ'on
LECTURE9.
N T. w CITY HALL.

FUVHE remaining Five Lectures OF the present
Il course will be delivered by the following distin-
guished orators, viz:
MASON JONES, Eso.,-Janusry 2sth.
HENRY WARD Observation-Disclosures, Feb 5th
DIR. J. &. Wednesday. Feb. 18th.
JOHN b. COUGH. Esq. Tuesday. Feb. II.
WENDELL PHILLIPS, Wednesday, Feb 25th
Tickets for the remaining Lectures Of the Course.
sl25- Evening Tickets. 80 cents. To be had at the
Bookstores. Paine's Music Store, and NJ the door.
Portland, Jan. ., 1863 JANIS diff
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fuNHE commodious Chamber in the northerly cor
y ner Of the new brick block, corner of Lime aud
Milk Streets. directly facing the market. Rent ow'
Enquire At Office OF
OCEAN INSURANCE CO.,
Sept. Is. 1862. dtf No. 81 Exchanged St.
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FOR SALE.
- LOT OF LAND. ~ feet on Free street
Ma. containing about 400 square feet with block
-&&ak of two three-storied brick houses thereon
numbered 20 aud q, containing Il and attic
connected with Union HaH-a desirable location for
boarding House. or for two private dwellings
Time and paym to suit the purchasers.
For further particulars apply 10 DIR. THOMAS II.
BRESLIN, or CHARLES MUSSEY
feb2 d4w
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ONCE 10 Let.

ON second floor, Middle Street. centrally situate
~ and easy OF access. Apply at No. SO Cumme
eiai street. febl0 II
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REAL ESTATE FOR SALE |!
BY JOHN c. PROCTOR.

Two Brick Dwelling Houses with large lots. on
II Green Street.
One wooden Dwelling House and Lot on York st
One Store and Lot on Union Street.
Two Houses and Lots on Church street.
Office on Lime ST., adjoining Post Once.
Portland, Feb. 90, 1863 sw
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At HARRIS. opposite the p

rF-Hats MADE TO FIT by the conformateur. r
feb2l-4w Is ed
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THE House on the OF Prospect
and Casco streets-the basement finish
kSYs ed for store. A good stand for fam.
ALSO
Two Lots of Land, one on Spring and one ON
Spruce street Either would be exchanged for
good Dwelling House.
For particulars please apply at 1877 Middle street.
Portland. N. l. MITCHELL.
febl7--eod3m
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TO LET.
To Let.

VINHE Third Floor. corner OF Middle and Tempt
i streets. Enquire at So State Street. janl0
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FOR SALE & TO LET.

Valuable Rcal Estate for Sale.
- THE Three Story Dwelling House end Lot
al: No "a York street.-The lot containing about
Isik 1900 feet of land; the house well finished
aud Ia good order. For sale on reasonable terms
or would be exchanged for \ good modern built
house. In 4 good location.
For further particulars inquire of
JOHN G. PROCTER,>
Lime Street. adjoining the Post Oficc.
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IN bVAHD OF MAYOR AND ALDERMEN
IT., II. 81. February Q, 1868. !
Inc JOINT standing Committee on Streets Sc To
whom was referred petition and papers relating 10
ue fortand Forest Avenue Horse Railroad
ask leave 10 submit the following Report for oca-
Regulations thereof
Per order of the Committee
5. W. LARRABBE, ChaitnAu.