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Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-07-07
NEWS ]!
New York. Juno 6.

The Times says that JEFF. Davis dis
patches contain peremptory orders TO Lee
10 return from Pa, assigning as a reason
hat he is hazarding everything '"l:!cc .sici'-
mond is left defcnae.ess. He also refuses
10 allow Beauregard to reinforce Lee.
The report is reahirmed that 5000
killed and wounded rebels lie on the field
at Gettysburg:
On Friday evening Gen. Meade thanked
Hancock's Brigade in the name Of hls
country and the army for his noble defense.
Our cavalry today is playing on the rebel
flank and rear. Gov. Curtin has received
dispatch from Hanover saying that 20
900 prisoners and 100 cannon had been
taken there.
Pleasanton has ample guards at the
Mountain pass near Chamtersburg where
Lee expects to pass out. The local militia
in great masses are aiding PIeasanton. The
waters are extremely high. The Potomac
is brmful, making itiinpossiblo for Lee to
cross.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-07-07
Baltimore. June 8. l A. NJ.

The american has the followingi 1--WE
learn from Maj. Baumgarden and another
officer of Reynolds staff the following in
teresting particulars Of the battle near Get
tysburg, and are happy to say it closed for
the day with the army of Gen. Meade in
the most advantageous position for either
attack or defense.
AT 8 o'clock on Wednesday morning the
lst and llth army corps reached Gettys-
burg, entering from the east side of the
town, and marched directly through to
the west side, the cavalry force Of the en-
envy in town galloping back as we advanced.
On passing out Of the west end Of the town
the enemy were observed advancing rapidly
from Chambersburg turnpike in line Of bat
tie towards town, evidently endeavoring to
hold an advantageous position commanding
the town.
The LIST corps under Gen. Reynolds, which
was in the advance pushed forward at dou-
BILE quick to secure an advantageous position.
The enemy under Longstreet and Hill adj
vanced steadily and ID few minutes hea-
Wy fire Of both artillery and mnsketry open
ed along the whole Fedora and rebel lines.
The 18th army corps under Howard were
also soon 10 position and for time quite a
heavy battle ragged. Several charges were
made by the enemy to dislodge our forces,
all of which were unsuccessful.
AT dark the enemy massed bis entire
force, and endeavored to turn our right
wing. Gen. Reynolds advanced to meet
them, aud heavy infantry fight ensued,
in which both sides suffered severely
After a volley Of musketry had been
poured into The opposing columns. with
deadly effect, the field between the con-
tending armies was strewn with dead and
wounded.
1t is said the enemy has suffered fully
as heavy as we, though it IS not known
what their loss ip officers is. An effort 10
faak our right wing entirely failed, and
we held prominent and commanding
position for which struggle was made
at the close Of the fight. WHICH closed for
the day about P. NJ. A great and de-
cis;ye battle is considered imminent. aud
Notwithstanding our severe loss in officers,
the advantages Of the day were regarded
as decidedly with our forces. The army
was in fine condition, full Of enthusiasm
for the comi.ig battle and confident Of sue
cess.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-07-07
New York. July 5.

The Sunday Mercury Publishes a dis
patch dated Cairo, July 4th, stating that it
is rumored there that an engagement was
progressing on the 30th between the ad
vance force Of Johnson and those Of Grants
rear Ii is known that a scouting expedl-
ton from Johnston's army had penetrated
very near our position of the previous day,
when Johnston's whole force was within
few miles only Of our outer pickets. Con-
firmation Of this rumor is awaited with in
tense eagerness.
The same paper has special, dated Des
Moines, July 9Th, which says the Indians
on the border are aroused to horrible ac-
ton, and the excitement on the border is
momentariIy increasing. | have direct in
formation from the border that no less than
5000 Indians, principally Sioux, have just
attacked the Pawnee agency on the Platte
River. They are said to have fought like
devils. ] am unable TO give the results,
although il is understood that many of our
men defending places were killed and
wounded
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-07-07
r5z Geo. p. Kane, formerly in TT. La

Gg SEQ p. Kane, formerly in 1t. La
fayette on a charge Of reasonable conduct
and for whom he Copperheads set up
such woful howl, affirming bis imprison-
ment for no caus, except that he was a
democrat, has left he country and accepted
a commission ID jeff Davis army. We
venture that not a democrat or Copper,
head will condemn his last line Of conduct.
Such are the latter-day Constitution wor-
shippers. We blanc the government for
not holding on to all such traitors as Kane.
Others blame the government fer holding
on TO them.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-07-07
PHILADELPHIA, July A

a special dispatch to Forney's Press,
dated Hanover, ?. NJ. to-day, says: "This
morning our forces opened on 5000 rebels,
who advanced on the field at daybreak for
the purpose Of pillaging The dead. The
rebels hastily retreated. The fight thus far
has been the most terrific of the war. The
losses on both sides are heavy.
Brig. Gen. Dan. Sickles bad his leg shot
off below The knee but il not killed as at first
reported.
Rebel Generals, Hill and Longstreet both
killed.
Brig. General Amisted anl many Col
onels Of the Rebel army and great numbers
of officers Of lower grade are prisoners OF
war.
Brig. Gen. Hancock and Brig. Gen. GLIB
bons, union are wounded.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-07-07
Madison. Inlr ].

NNNN't
A letter from New Orleans to the jour,
nal says that Gen. Paine, formerly Colonel
of the 4th Wisconsin, was severely wound
ed and will probably lose bis leg. He's
in the hospital at Nev Orleans. Heial
brayely leading his brig. de against the reo-
ell entertainments, and when the assault
was repulsed he was left on the field he
crawled into a small gully to escape the
rebel sharpshooters. After lying there
awhile four negro soldiers volunteered 70
bring bin ip. When within shor! dls'
lance they were shot dead.
Gen. Paine was finally rescued but no'
until fourteen negroes sacrificed Their lls !,
in the heroic attempt. The letter says ll'
4th regiment was badly cut up, and says
it was badly cut up, and says It was u l
versally conceded at New Orleans that VIC
negroes make capital soldiers, equal TO apy
in the U. S. army.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-07-07
Madison. Wis. Julv . ,eo

A letter from New Orleans says Geps,
al Paine is doing well. Both bones oftb,
leg were broken below the knee. Ii i
thought his leg will not require amput
ton. The statement Of negro soldiers res,
cuing him, and many losing their lives, i
confirmed.
About a 100 paroled prisoners from "a
rious Wisconsin regiments have just arr.
ed from Lake Superior where they weH
sent last fall to guard against possible In.
dian trouble. They were relieved by two
companies of the 30th regiment.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-07-07

EEThe Shullsburg Local has q great
deal 10 say. with many sharp hts At The
government, about the black volunteers.
But the Local fails to see anything to con-
denim in the rebels. 1t probably has
more respect for the white traitors Tam for
the loyal negroes--lle former lighting 70
oyerturn the constitution and government,
the latter fighting to maintain them. But
the Local is very much devoted to demo-
cratic meetings, democratic clubs and DEM
ocratic conventions. Now there are Cop
perhealsin Lafayette county, someoi them
resisting the enrolling officers; are these
Copperhead democrats? If so are they
too opposed to negroes volunteering to
take the place Of white soldiers? g.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-07-07
Cairo. ,Tnly

Jaw ou'1 "
By the arrival Of the Jacob SLrader we
have news from Vicksburg up to the goth.
Matters there are about as they have been
for several days past.
A continued kaocking as if Of carpenters
at work, has been heard in the city and it is
thought that the rebels are preparing large
number Of small boats for the purpose Of
crossing the river, and thus save themselves
from the horrors Of famine or the humilia-
ton of surrender.
Such steps, however. would only lead to
their more speedy destruction, as our gun
boats keep a yigilant eye on these points.
Nothing is certainly known of the iuten-
tons of Gen. joe Johnson, hut it is certain
he is not yet ready to show himself to Gen
Grant, or make any demonstration in behalf
of Yicksburg. The obvious policy Of the
rebels will be to cut the communication be-
tween Grant and his supplies, by taking
possession Of some position on the river and
certifying it.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-07-07

PERsogAI.-W ended our tour Of tray
81 the latter part of last week by arriving
at home, having been absent nearly three
geoks, most Of which time was pent on cars
or boats. AS to letter writing, except on pr
vase or business matters, we found it I'M
possible. We designed TO visit Vieksburg,
provided Gen. Grant got possession any
tin etore The first Of July. Failing on
his part, ye also failed. Ten to a dozen
of our Grant County companies are at
Yicksburg and it would have afforded US
the greatest pleasure to have called on them
and seen how they live. We awaited re-
reports several days at Cincinnati but could
hear nothing to encourage that Vcksburg
would be ours by the first Of July, SO re-
grettingly left for home. We have much
to wife what we saw at Cincinnati, Of tha
signs Of the times, Of war preparations, of
business mutations, DC, but must defer our
report till next week or after We feel
greatly recruited in all respects and wish
to divide with our readers the advantages
of refreshed editor. We have neglect
ed to notice the Lacrosse editorial conyen-
ton which we attended. This may l.
br Ely alluded to next week.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-07-07

New Postal LAw.-The new Post Of
fee Law is extremely hard on Post Masters.
They are required TO make return oath that
all postage or newspapers was received in
advance, all box rent paid for quarterly in
advance and all things done up right and
prompt. No letter, newspaper, pamphlet
0" package can be delivered ill paid for,
nor can a box be used till paid Cor. Post
m ister Ryland in Lancaster was in a peck
OF trouble the other day about his duties,
and we suppose all others in bis fix are bad
enough off, for there are people just fool
enough to blame Postmasters for doing
their duty and obeying the law. Put it
through Postmasters, and the people will
r spect You for it.
We notice among other regulations that
drop letters must be prepaid two cents in
stead of one cent as before. Transient
newspapers must be pre- paid two cents in
stead Of one as before. California letter
postage has been reduced from ten cents to
three cents. The law went into force the
Ist of July.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-07-07
rs7vTbe State Bounty Warrants, draw

GgThe State Bounty Warrants, drawn
by State Treasurer Hastings in favor Of
soldiers wives, are in all respects SAME
rs Wisconsin currency, and better secured
than Wisconsin bank paper, inasmuch as
the State is holden for them. We note
this because we hear that some Of the mer-
chants and small shayers, without holding
a government license as brokers, are asking
a DISCOUNT of three, five or ten per cent. for
eashing such warrants. Without question
iag the patriotism and morality Of such
as discount these soldiers family Bounty
Warrants, we would appeal TO their rem
nant Of manliness to cease taxing the wid-
ow and orphan in this way. Their pre-
tended reasons for so doing are groundless
and false New York exchange can be
had for such warrants at one per cent,
the same charged for other Wisconsin pa.
per.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-07-07

Baltimore, June aY
The american says the response = w, @s
Union Leagues of this city, last nlgn., ~,
call of Gen. Schenck for public delenJe ,o n"
most prompt and enthusiastic. OLl anu yVTTIbSs
focked to the armories to obtain arms ar Is ,ho.s
supply is not sufficient for one h2A o. '"'''
presenting th emselves. ~, ubo
We learn from citizens Of Westu, n 81, MI
have arrived here this morning, at lne s Int
Delaware cavalry made most excellen' " gSsf
They fought with sabres and revolver OVERSEES Sps
the enemy appeared in Overwhelming n nn roaj.
The enemy came in by the washington y. t bors.
at the time our cavalry were getting inei T lIg
es shod, preparing for a scout beyono. ! tg ne
captured two or three men and horses . {,
lower end ofthe town, when the ba'anc ts mr.. nrIs.
ed them. In their efforts TO recover lne P"ber
oners fierce fight ensued, in when oenenis
were wounded on both sides. Relnio eIE 5sek.
TO the rebels appeared, and our men , ls, town.
skirmishing and fighting through. .h Is billed
1t is feared the greater portion Of 'ns .bsn IS
and wounded are captured not more s% are
out OF 10 reached this city. Inc iV ~. main
now entirely unobstructed, both on lns L no
stem and Washington Branch, and lneis "
enemy believed to threaten ii at any poih"
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-07-07

Eg- 1t is stated that the Chief citizens
Of York and Adams Counties, Pa, render
ed every assistance in their power TO The
rebels during the late appearance Of Lees
army in that section. Some men raised
as recruits for the home defense on falling
into rebel hands as prisoners, said they
wished to be paroled that they might not
serve against the Confederates. with whom
they sympathized. SO the rebels after pa
rolling ordered them to serve as eonscripts
in the rebel army. This was anything but
what they expected Or hoped for. but the
rebels knew they were making a move
which would be approved at home and
abroad, 50 held on to them notwithstand-
ing TIE protestations Of the Pennsylvania
Copperheads. 1t is probable that the
Lincoln Government will not interfere or
exchange Union prisoners for these rebel
sympatLisers.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-07-07

gs1 We notice among the reported
killed at Gettysbgrgh the name Of Gen.
Balksdale Of Mississippi. Thisis the same
BarksdaIc whose wig was knocked from
the top CT his head by the Hon. Cadwal-
lader G. Washburne some years ago du-
rug division Of the House upon some
issueiuyolying Southern rights. We think
this occurred in SO, when the traitors were
engaged in provoking Northern resent
ment as pi text to revolution.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-07-07
{ va Baltimore Jnlr pa. N.


Our victory is complete, Lees army is
utterly demoralized and flying TO the noun
tains.
The most desperate battle of the war
was fought yesterday, with results most de-
cisiye and glorious. The enemy attacked
us on the right, left and centre, and were
repulsed at all points with frightful loss
They retired to the mountains last night,
under cover Of darkness.
Pleasanton, with his cavalry, was harass-
ing them at day break this morning.
Their loss is probably 10000 killed
and wounded and 10000 to 10000 psis-
oners.
We have losi very heavily in killed and
wounded, and have recaptured most Of the
prisoners taken by the enemy.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-07-07
North : Western Railroads.

La Crosse viii probably become the
Northwestern seat Of railroad confluence.
An article appearing last week in the Re
publican Of that city led Us to study OF
the map and geography Of that sectiol, and
to some thought upon the outlines bearing
upon the physical diyergences Of rivers and
routes, and relative positions Of places aud
powers as they are developing, aud the con
clusion il question il selfevident. A road
from Prairie du CHEN 10 La Crosse, We
think continuation to Dunleilh, must be
very soon a bonded certainty. That road
will be put through from Muscoda to La
Crosse by way Of Viroqua is to be an equal
certainty Of issue from The womb Of neees-
sity-unless the railroad consolidation and
combination talked of takes place, in which
case there would be no rivalry between the
two parallel roads leading west from Mil
uaukee, consequently, nothing to stimulate
competition and outlay. That the west
ward bounding Root river road, extending
from LA Crescent which is pedal extrem-
ity Of La Crosse, through Minnesota, will
be built is row ? certainty as the work is
already graded and bat a small sum is need
ed to iron and stock the road. Some at
tentior 70 the map, solid judgment as 70
cause and effect. and slight acquaintance
with the position and arterial connections
of La Crosse cannot fail to fix that place in
the mind as the common center of diverg
ence and crossing for the great Northwest.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-07-07

sang THE Battle-Cry Of Freedom and
The Star Spangled Banner to the adini-
ration of crowds who in the mean time
gathered on the corners. The crowd gave
the FLAG three cheers and the ladies three
cheers, and the ladies' moved away. Po-
tosi did something to show her respect for
the day. something simple but handsome.
Lancaster, July 9. Pollock.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-07-07
Washington, July 81 80

The following is the latest official dis
patch - Headquarters Army of the Poto-
mac, July 5-8:S 80 A. Mo Mqj. Gen.
HaHeck. The enemy has retreated, under
cover of the nc BIT and a heavy rain, in the
dir c;ion Of Fairfield and Cashtown. Our
cavalry are in pursuit. | cannot give you
details of our captures in prisoners, col
ors and arms. Upwards of twenty battle
flags will be turned in from one Corps.
Ny wounded and those Of the enemy are
10 our hands. (SigneD
GEO. G. MEADE, Maj. Gen. CONG.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-07-07

Recent Rains have swollen the Potomac
thus rendering the river unfordable, an
important fact in view Of military opera
tions.
The importance Of the dispatches from
JEFF, Davis and rebel Adj't Gen. Cooper 10
Gen. Lee cannot be over rated. They
show the objects of Lees campaign, and
the cause Of his failure, and also present
the resources Of the rebel government.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-07-07
Philadelphia, July 4.

In the fight yesterday, Col. Fred Taylor,
brother Of Bayard Taylor, was killed.
Gen. Hancock was shot through the groin.
Gen. Gibbons was badly wounded.
Gen. Meade telegraphs the President that
he is confident of beating.
A report from Columbia says that the
battle was again renewed this morning.
Dispatches from Washington estimates
the losses in both armies, during the three
days fighting, 1T $4,000.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-07-07
Harrisburg, July

Nothing is known as to the exact situa-
ton Of Lee. He is probably trying 10 re-
treat by both routes. 1t is supposed that
he does not know of the destruction Of the
pontoon bridge.
The position Of the rebe. army last night
was with his LETT rear near Hunterstown
and his right across the Emmitlslurg road,
thus forming a s9micircle around Gettys-
burg. Gen. Meade operates from the cen
ire, and Gen. Lee on the arc of circle.
Gov. Curtin's 10000 Pennsylvania raw
recruits are after Lee, aud the Governor
thinks Lee must surely be captured.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-07-07

HEAVY ARTILLERY COMPANY Prof J..
Silsby, of Spring Green, Sank Co, Wis,
is commissioned to raise Company Of
Heavy Artillery, TO be employed in the
fortifcaliops ip and around Washington,
D. c. Men TO serve for three years or du-
ring the war, ard to receive the usual boun-
ties and Pay. Stout, able boliel mo ever
age will te received. This service appears
preferable to any other in the army. We
met Prof. Silsby last week at Boscobel, and
found him an agreeable. devoted man
possessing all the good qualities and hu-
name for most excellent officer. He may
be written to for information, I. @. address
as above.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-07-07
Philadelphia, July 4.

The Inquirer has special dispatch
from the Army Of the Potomac, dated 2 o.
clock this morning. 1t saysi "Col. Fred.
Taylor, brother Of Bayard Taylor, was
killed. Gen. Hancock was shot through
the groin, and Gen. Gibbons was badly
wounded. We drove the enemy yesterday
mile, and captured captured 1900 more
prisoners. The world never saw such fight
ing.
1.-THE rebel loss is estimated at 10000.
Every thing looks encouraging.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-07-07
Baltimore, july S.

In consequence Of Information that Gen.
Stuart was about TO make raid upon our
reart bis afternoon Gen. Kirkpatrick was sent
out. On our right some cannonading was
heard but up to o'clock he had not return
ed to camp.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-07-07
LOgan,s Div., Cen.sr siege LIne.

FIDhoUUE 3 ouIIC ~Vy T. W.
A heavy fire Of riaeman has been keptupAl
day Our men haze been able TO throw up
considerable earthworks around The center
within the fort. They have prevented usirom
placing guns, by constant fusilade and BY
throwing IgnieG shells over their parap.
Tho troops are within hundred feet Of each
other, but our advantage is in the number Of
our sharpshooters, which is apparent.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-07-07

Ye-fra chi "a
Headquarters Walnut Hills, VicAsgcs so,
June 90. Al. Yesterday afternoon - w
Logan exploded two mines under the reDe a1 ev
in his front, blowing one side Of an a"s
away. .ss;on.
A struggle then took place for poss posses one
which has not yet ceased. Our men holu sor.
side, the enemy the other. We are en es .hsv
ing TO mount cannon N the works, zen ~ n
resist. Gen. Mcpherson thinks ne VII
able to plant battery in our portion. 90,
A heavy fire OF artillery and muskeuy ;rbt.
to prevent tbe rebels from ccncentraIng -
that point. nav
Our loss in the affair." up TO this time; Us!
reach 300 killed and wounded. The enemy
loss must have been very eeyere. .v.
Gen. Johnston fails to come to close J -
ters, and is known 10 be waiting for reInio'ss
ments,
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-07-07
10 OUR PATRoNS:--Y are

hereby reminded that the profits on Newspapers are
50 small al present as to not allow Of long Credits
Of the employment Of Agents to collect. As we
adhere to old prices, notwithstandng the great rise
on printing paper, we elsim Of you, to balance the
favor good degree Of promptness in paying tor
the HERALD Nearly every other paper has teen
either diminished in size 81 the price lncreased-ln
some cases both We mean to keep in the same
old track, provided cur readers wL do what is right.
As We have paper enough on hand for year and a
hall, all paid Tor. there IS not much danger of our
breaking, SO that there can be nothieg rsked BY
your making advance payments for the HERALD.
.Our.Crculaton within Grant County IS nov about
500, 50 4hatthe HERALD IS a wsaSIy visitor to all
parts Of the County and read BY at least 1000
.peecnsy men, women and children
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-07-07
philadelpIlia, july :.

The news that Lee is totally routed has
been fully confirmed. Gen. Plcasanton cut
of his retreat South through the gap near
Chamtersburg. 1t is a complete victory
for Meade.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-07-07

A Washington dispatch 10 the Mercury
states. It is now confidently expected not
only that Lee is completely vanquished but
that his army is cut off from retreat by
large BODY of Federal troops which march
ed from Bloody Run yesterday, 10 cooper
crate with Gen. Kelly's increased force for
that operation.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-07-07

EE-The Judicial election for Chicago
Cook and Lake counties was holly contest
ed last week. BY the Union men and Cop
perhea9s. but Williams, the Union Candi-
GATE was elected by 5000 majority over
Aver, democrat Chicago gave Williams
800 majority.