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Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1863-11-26

NEW York. Nov, 25.-COTTON decidedly lower; sales
900 bales At 81 q s23c for midding uplands.
FLDUR-Receipts - bbls; sales TOO bbls; state and
dull and 10 90 5c lOwer superine state 500 "a
6lO; extra state $50 % 49, chooe 645 @ $50; round
hoop Ohio 40 % 10; choice 7,55 a $780, supcTtne
western $50 % 7,5n; common to good extra western =
q :; southern dull sales 600 bbls mixed to good $50
@D SO fancy and extra S,l5 "a 1885, Canada 10 q l5c
lower; sales 500 bbls; common to extra 30 @ $40;
extra good to choice 6,45 q 80.
Wheat is very dull, and q &c lower. Corn dull and
Sc lower les As O00 bushels mixed western for ship
ping l9 q l22 in store Oats heavy, unsettled, and %
DC 10 er; sales at 81 q SOC for Canada.
Reef quiet; sales 200 bbls country mess So % I.
Pork dun aud low err; sales y50 bbs; Sl79 q SS-
Cut meats firm ard quiet; sales 1850 bbls liz "a l23
Butter quiet state Is a Bic Whisky firm; sales $500
bbls at Y q Tic Sugars moderately activc sales by
auction 1900 hhis chiefly New Orleans, 3} a 53 and
22O boxes Havana liz 2Ac. Moasses frm; salss by
auction 459 bbls New Orleans at IS Tic.
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CITY AND COUNTY.

A BRIGHT ExAMPLR.-Among the volunteers in
this city who have responded to the last and proba
bly, fua call Of the president, we notice the name
Of Rev. Samuel Souther, the well known and re-
spectcd city missionary, and who has been useful
member of the Legislature from this city for the past
two years. lie has enrolled his name at the head
quarters OF Lieutenant Grid. His patriotic example
We believe will soon be followed by many others
who are beginning TO feel that the noblest opportu
nifty ofa life time is before them, The government
is generous to pay. Is no: its claim us in this
military service paramount to all other claims what
ever?
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1863-11-26

New YORK, Nov. 25.-At the New England
Rooms, tomorrow, a regular New England
Thanksgiving dinner will be furnished sol
diers, through the liberaity of one of our
most prominent men. All soldiers Of the
Union army now sojourning in this city have
been cordially invited to report at the rooms,
at half past twelve o'clock, and freely partake.
The ladies' committee Of the Soldiers Relief
Association will be present, to wait personally
upon the defenders of their country. Gov.
Yates OF Illinois, Gov. Morton of Indiana,
Gen. Sckles, and other distinguished persons,
will be present.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1863-11-26
Letter from One of Gen. Grants STAFF:
CrOwdIng In the Supplies to General
Grant.

Nashville letter says everything in front
looks cheering. The Nashville landing has been
crowded with steamers the last ten days, I'M
loading all manner of supplies in the commits
sary, forage and ordnance line. The Chatta-
noOga railroad groans continually under the
loads which thas to carry to Bridgeport. 1t
is novel sight to see her rolling stock sup
piled from other states, and read upon her
cars 'Pttsburg, Fort Wayne and Chicago rail-
road &C., &c. Our government is IN dead
earnest if she never was before, and Bragg
has soon to fight as he never fought before, or
run faster than he ever run before.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1863-11-26

MASSACHUSETTS TEACHERS ASSOCIATION
On Tuesday, addresses were delivered by
Hon Emory Washhurn of Cambridge, Hon.
u D Boutwell, Of Groton, and Messrs. Alcott
OIL concord, and Greene of Worcester. Reso-
buttons OF thanks to the several railway cor.
porations, to the lecturers. and var,ous otnor
parties from whom favor had been received in
connection with the present meeting wore
introduced by Rev. Mr.. Stebbins of Lapcas-
ter, and unanimously adopted.
The meetings Of the association have beor
extremely pleasant and profitable, aud the
gathering may be considered to have been ar
entire success.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1863-11-26

THANKSGIVING DAY SERvICEs.-The Baptist
congregations will hold union meeting at the
Third Baptist church at lOi O'Clock. The sermon
will he delivered by the pastor, followed by colt
lection for the Freedmens Relief Association.
The Unitarian societies hold united services at Dr.
Hills church, The sermon will be delivered by Dr.
Hill.
The three Methodist churches hold a union ser.
vice at the Park street church. The sermon will be
delivered by Rev. Mr., Chaplin.
We understand there will be services at the Old
South, the Centre, and Union churches and also Al
tho Universaist church and the church of All
Saints the sermons to be delivered by the respective
pastors.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1863-11-26

CHICAGO, Nov. 25.-The northwestern con-
vention OF war democrats organized this morn
ing The business was transacted with closed
doors. None but accredited delegates were
admitted. All the states named in the call
were represented. Gen. John A. McClernand
was chosen president of the convention.
committee OF nine, of which Judge Loverin of
Indiana was selected as chairman, has been
appointed to frame platform or cali.
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Officers Dfschurred.

WASHINGTON, Nov. 25.-Major General
Thomas has issued general orders dishonor.
ably Diminishing one colonel. two majors, fiji
teen captains, twentysix lieutenants, and one
surgeon for various offe noes, including drunk
eness, feigning sickness, spreading false
rumors, permitting men to plumber, misbe-
havlor in face of the enemy, shameful cow
ardice, gross disloyalty, dishonest practice,
and conduct unbecoming officers and gentle
men
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GB 9arg Spy dturecsrrr GbursOag 4ung, NOb g. 1858

Rhine" will squat phlegmatically anywhere,
even in line Of battle. No sooner has the
storm swept to some other part of the field
than the kettles begin to boil and amd stray
bullets and shattered shell they take great
swallows of heart and coffee together. 1t is
Rhine wine, the soul of Gambrinus, "Switzer"
and Limberg' in one"
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1863-11-26

THANKSGIVING. While jostling along our crowd
edpayements these pleasant evenings, and gathering
about the Thanksgiving table to-day, let us not for
get that to our army in the field do owe the ut
most thanks that we are allowed this prosperity and
good government, Shall they not have more than
our cold thanks' Here in Worcester alone it is the
duty OF three hundred and iorty.five men to go TO
their aid. Then would there be Thanks giving, in
deed, in the army
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The Blockade Fleet TO be strengthened.

New YORK, Nov. 25.- Orders have been
received at the brooklyn navy yard within the
past few days to dispatch two or three vessels
to our blockade fleet. They will be ready as
soon as possible. The Hartford is to be fin.
ished as soon as convenient. She was taken
into the dry dock few days since, and is
having her bottom repaired.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1863-11-26

WASHINGTON, Nov. 25.-Thirteen of Nose
bys guerrillas, captured by Col. Lowell in the
skirmish on Monday, and several of Whites
battalion have arrived here, and were sent to
the old capitol prison, together with seven
prisoners of state
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1863-11-26

ORDINATION Mr.. Albert l. Dutton was ordained
as pastor of the Congregational church in Shirley
Nov. 1lth.
Introductory Service by Rev Ii Parker of Leom-
inster, Sermon by Rev J Rankin of Lowell, Dr.
daining Prayer by Rev John Dodge of Harvard,
Charge to the Pastor by Rev L Doggett Of Grove.
Nashua. n II. Address to the People by Rev ii b
Hooker, ID d, Secretary of Massachusetts Home
Missionary Society.
Mr.. Dutton graduated at Middlebury college and
At Andoyer
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- , o.. BOSTON, May %, 1862.
DR. LIGHTHILL-Sir: take great pleasure in saving
mat the course Of treatment prescribed by you Ca
tarrh IN my head and throat has had the happest effect
nave been troubled Tor several ears, assuming Of
late adangerous firm, and Threatening serious conse
qnehces put thanks 10 your skill am quite recoy-
cred Yours trulv, WIN. A. MOWER
Aiower& 20 Boston and Bangor Exnress
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1863-11-26

FITcHBURe.-The first instalmcnt of rebel females
arrived at Fitchburg Monday last, under militia
ry guard, from Columbus, Ohio The arrival com.
prises woman, whose name is Margaret Murphy,
and she halls from the vicinity of Richmond. Miss
Murphy has taken rooms at the institution of the
well known and hospitable A q Kimball where
she will remain for the present.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1863-11-26

l, A. w. Clark, of south Berwick Junction. Maine,
hereby certify that for three years have been troubled
with deafness and discharges from the My deafness
has been such that with the exertion, could
not hear the loudest conversation when directly ad
dressed to me l had consulted many physicians and
auTiss, but could get relief Acting under the ad
vice of friends (who by their experience knew
DR.. LighthiIs in the treatment such difficult
tes gave him trial, which resulted in the complete
restoration OF my hearing The discharge from my ear
has entirely ceased, without detriment my health
The cure performed upon four months ago. dur
ing which time my hearing not only remained good, lin
spite OF several colds which suffered from) but acu
ally improved, that can hear as perfect as
though my hea ing had never been affected.
would recommend all those afflicted with the above
complaint, to place themselves under the mild treat
ment of Dir. Lighthi A. w. CLARK
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For eight months or more was afflicted with severe
Ieu discharge from my cars consulted my physician
le until placed my under Dr. Lghthills care who
Ill The course Of two months treatment entirely cured
my discharge and entirely restored my hearing
Bridgewater, Mass, April %, 1862
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1863-11-26

TEMPLEToN.-Col. ARENAS Lee, of Templeton,
has been appointed and commissioned postmaster
in Templeton, in place of Col Henry Smith, remov-
ed. Col. Lee takes charge OF the office onsthe first
day OF December next.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1863-11-26

PoLIcE CoURT.-Wsdnssday, Nov. 25.--Peter Con.
nell and Sarah Dale were each fined one dollar and
costs for being drunk Being short Of funds thew
were committed
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1863-11-26

Mass IN TIE CAMP OF THE TwKNTY-FIPTH.-A
correspondent from the 25th Massachusetts regi-
ment at Newport News, Va, writes to us that in
the absence OF the chaplain of the regiment, Rev
Horace James, who is aiioned at Roanoke Island
and is not able 10 fill his old post, they have been
kindly favored by the Rev. Father Willets Catholic
chaplain of the 18th army corps, who has twice said
Mass
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1863-11-26

DIR. A. p. LIGHTHILL-Dear sir: am happy to inform
you OF M cemplete recovery from deafness through
means Ul your invaluable treatment weeks ago
wheh placed myself under your care my hearing was
50 much impaired that could not hear preaching IN
less sllg very close TO The minister, and could
uhuers and MN then when he would raise his voice I'M
eolnohy Iouu couldnOt hear The ticking II watch
ues wnen pressed Oh ears, and my head ana ears
were full OF dsagieeabe noises. My hearing Is now en-.
tlrely restored and my head as Gear again as il was
bet-re was ever Affected with ueafntss
submit this Tor publication with desire to beneh
the similarly afflicted Yours with gratitude
u. A. GKEEA. son of Il. Z. lreeil. InMtrrket z
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1863-11-26

FAEHUMsvILLR.-On Thursday evening, the 18th
inst, social festival was held in Farnumsve I'M
der the auspices of the Free viii Baptist society.
The entertainment consisted of vocal music-under
the direction OF Mr. n. 5. Lousee-instrumental
music by the Northbridge Band, with refreshments
&c At a meeting, held on a subsequent evening,
the society unanimously to present the resi-
dent pastor Rev. b. F. Prtchard with gift of $50
also the sum of e25 to the pastors wife. An appro
priation of sl5 was also voted for the benefit of the
S. 5. library
TIE SUPERIOR CoURT.-Ths November term OF
the court closed its session Fitchburg last Satur
day.
Tue cases disposed of of which we have not pre-.
yiously made record, are the following
Susanuah Williams VS.. Daniel Cummings This
an action to recover the value of a COW claimed
by the plaintiff and attached on a wril against one
OF her sons by an officer. The defence that the
sale to the plaintiff by her son. fraudulent Yer
dict for defendant. snow Field for plaintiff and
Dewey aud Bnmblecom for defendant.
Susannah Williams VS.. Daniel Halves. An action
for the value ola calf attached on the writ as
the in the last case Verdict for the defendant
Snow and Field for plaintiff, Dewey and Brimbe-
com for defendent
Augustus f. Bigelow VI. Daniel Cummings An
action TO reooverthe value of a horse attached by
Cummings deputy sheriff After the plaintiff d
evidence was introduced, the settled by the
parties
Peter Council vs.. Henry A. Hatch. Action fol
the value of pig. Verdict for the plaintiff as II
Iorrey for the plaintiff and NOreross for the defend
ant
Noah Harrod vs.. Albert Lamb. This was an nc-
ton on note of $500, claimed to have been ell
dorsed by the defendant, if not by agent in hi
name The defence was that the signature of de
lendant was forged and unauthorized. Verdict FOL
defendant. Snow and Merriam for plaintiff, Dewey
ana Fletcher for defendant.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1863-11-26

PEKsENTATIoN.-We hear that Mr. Timothy S.
Stone of Main street, yesterday presented each of
his many emplo! ees with turkey, in anticipation
OF the festivities CT to-day.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1863-11-26

SEYAoUR's AMERICAN STERBoscoPTIcoN.-The
last opportunity to witness these beautiful views will
be tonight at Mechanics Hall. The pictures are
clear and distinct aud the crowded audience last
night gave frequent manifestations of their pleas
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1863-11-26

WORCESTER NATURAL HISTORY SocIETY-We
understand that this society to have a course
OF lectures on geology. to be delivered by Mr. Will
liam Denton, who comes very highly recommended
by those who have attended his lectures.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1863-11-26

GERRY VALLE1 n Smith .,L"-, II -
perinteudent of Lapham's mill, in Cherry Valley,
.~.~-y P.vsrnreu each OF the families represented
in that mill with nice turkey.
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GLORIOUS NEWS FROM CHAT
TAN0OGA,
OUR ARMY COMPLETELY VICTORIOUS.

Gen. Grant in Possession Of Lookout Mountain
and Missionary RIDGE
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GEN HooKGRs STAR IN THE ASCENDANT.

MANY THOUSAN PRISONERS
CAPTURED
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LATEST NEWS.

BY TELEG RAPH
70 THE WORCESTER DAILY SPY
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The Music at the exhibition of the Stereoscopti-
con so excellent TO be Of its chief attrnc
tions. One more opportunity is afforded to hear
good music and fine pictures at Mechanics Hall,
tonight.
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TIE DEUM LAUDAMUS.
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THB STEREoscopTIcoN.-A rare treat is promised
at Mechanics Hall tonight
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The post office will be open to-day from 10 to 10 45
O'Clock a. NJ, and from to 40 O'Clock p. N.
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PLEASANT STREET has been 30 much improved
since the location of the horse railroad track, and
the consequent widening and paving the driveway
that it has grown to be one of the pleasantest
thoroughfares in our city. And the school house
which has so long been distinguished Tor its shabby
old fence, is to share in the general brushing up.
handsome new fence will enclose the building be-
fore another week has passed
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GOLD fell yesterday, in New York, from
l5l ga to l45 I-2.
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point of the mountain, and now hold the
eastern slope and point high up.
cannot tell the amount of casualties, but
our loss is not heavy. Gen. Hooker reports
2000 prisoners taken, besides which n small
number has fallen into our hands from Mis-
sonary ridge.
u. S. GRANT, Major General.
WASHINGTON, Nov. % The following Of
fetal dispatch from Mai. Gen. Grant has been
received ut the headquarters Of the army
here -
CHATTANOOGA, Nov. 2i.-To Nag. Gen.
H. W. Hallsck YESTERDAY about half-past
twelve O'Clock Gen. Changers and Gen. Palm
er's corps, supported by Gen HOwards, were
advanced directly in front of our fortitications
They drove the enemy's pickets and carried
his first line OF rifle pits between Chattanooga
and "Citers" creek. We captured nine
commissioned officers and about one hundred
enliste men. Our loss is about IL.
To-day Gen. Hooker, in command of Gen
Geary's division of the 18th corps, Gen. Os-
terhaus' division of the 10Th corps, and two
brgades of the 18th corps, carried the north
side OF Lookout mountain with mall loss on
our side, and a loss to the enemy of 500 or
600 pTisoners-kiled and wounded not re-
ported.
There has been continuous fighting from
II O'clock until after nightfall, but our troops
CALAMITY repulsed every attempt to take the
position.
Gen. Sherman crossed the Tennessee river
before daylight this morning, at the mouth of
the South creek, Chickamauga, with two divis-
ions of the 18th corps, and one division of the
18th, and carried the north extremity of Mis-
sionary Ridge.
Our success so far has been complete, and
tho behavior of the troops admirable.
GEORGE Ii. THOMAS, Maj. Gen.
REBEL REPORTS.
[Ftom Richmond Papers.l
MISSIONARY RIDGE, Nov. 23.-The enemy
massed a force far on our right this morning,
and advanced at o'clock, driving in our pick
cts. 1t is not known yet whether they intend
an attack in force or to advance their lines.
The following is Gen. Bragg's official to Gen.
Cooper
1--WE hold all the roads leading into Knox
vile except the one between Holston and
French Broad Rivers. Gen. Jones cavalry
might close that. The enemy'S cavalry is
mostly broken up. Wheeler cut off his train
between Cumberland Gap and Knoxville.
TGRRAXTON Race"
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The Concentrated Fruit Wine,' prepared by
Messrs l. Blackmer & Co, Elm street, Lincoln
House Block is highly priced Tor its medicinal
qualities. Its merits set forth in another col.
umn.
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Dr. GLEASON will continue his admira bic lectures
Oh physical education, at Washburn Hall this eve
ming, on digestion, and the and cure of can.
ker in the mouth, sore throat, vertigo dizziness
rheumatism, neuralgia and general debility, SPLEEN
didy illustrated. If you would enjoy Iare treat,
20 and hear him.
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Boston, July2 1852
FROM the Waterman and Reflector Augusta. March l6
1861. "
DR. LGHTHlLL.-The following communication shows
the successful treatment OF catarrh by Dr. Lghthl-
CATARRH CURED-Dear Brethren Editors. Will vou
permit me TO make statement in your valuable paner
Tor me bene NJ OF oar readers who may be afflicted with
catarrh If the worst type some twenty wears 1t
gradually grew producing cough and hoarseness
destroying the of SMELL and breaking down nv
general health to such degree as to compel to resign
my passionate, and suspend public speaking l made dill
gent use ut the usual remedies such as SNUFF various
kinds, nitrate of silver, water. olive tar nhala
tons but without any very sautary effects Last
heard of DR. Lighhils successful mode of treating
tarTh, In Providence, r. l. visited him and put myself
and this has gone on to the present time My caarrh
mas gradually melted away, my cough has disappeared
to preach the blessed Gospel The peculiarly of Dr.
ghthills treatment Is that cleanses tine inside nasal
passages " it'll healing solution, applied by curiousy
constructed syringe in the passage leading from the roof
practice there Is no pam or serious difficulty in this
Lynn. Mass, February /, 1862
nR LIGHTHILL-Sir; I have used your prescrintons
and instrument for cataIr and followed your direction
to the letter. and am In return rewarded by being able to
report ms self entirely cured oft Having got r of the
OF catarrh generally felt altogether like new man.
and thankfully will keep in remembrance You NAV
publish this letter II you see fit
Very truly. yours,
Lewiston, May 10, 1862. i" r 'NONSoN'
ANOTHER TESTIMONIAL TO DIR. LIGHIBILI,
Mr. Editor: My ear had discharged for eight years and
same very disagreeable. Ny hearing was also very
much impaired The Of the afiction scarlet ie-
hi care, and now @nti civ cured Of it The dis
enarge or running healed, my hearing good and the
witness-JOscph H. Creaseyi N----A
Mount Vernon. Dec. II, 1851
s1 d3m
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OPERATION FOR CROSS EVE

hOCCESSFUL OPERATION FOR CROSS EYES.
On Saturday last DR.. LlUHTIlILL of No. 10 Bedford
street. operated upon my eyes the of the Cross
Eyes with perfect success. My eyes have been turned
in from infancy, bu they perfectly straight.
MARY A. MCKENZIE,
With Dir. Wm. b. Bradford, No s Burroughs Place
Boston, July 2 1852