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Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1863-01-30
Beware Of Counterfeits!

See that the signature of"C. NJ Jackson" IL on the
,rapper of each bottle. .,t'3 sltl' .,i9' -
Principal Office and Mandatory -.s. .,4.5 70
No. es1 Arch street.
tt 151 JONES 4 EVANS, I
successors to O. II. JACKSON Gel Proprietors.
Fer sale bby druggists and dealers in medicines In
every town and village in the United States, and by
john B. Doughsrty, Muscatine, j. ff'g rId7
Canon 4 Co. do
N Pomsroy, Wilton, .79.J
, Geo Bsgley, West Liberty,
H y Armstrong, Wilton Junction,
q W Bunch, Moscow, r..r.
W Clark h Bro, Columbus City, '''t
II Howey, Wapello, 4..,.- i I'd, o.
N Vanloon do
Hutcbiuson Berner. Pert Louisa, ~ .lr.ti.
Reigart McNamara. Upton,
. Vogt Bro, Iowa City, ii4 IN pa. -i-i'.
II Davis, do ft r.
Morrison Bro do D t'. "
Nnscatine. June tn. 1S69-daw1v. -- ~.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1863-01-30

CouRr.-The following cases were decided
in court yesterday:
Lucas vs.. Chapman, judgment for plain
tiff.
Stone VS.. Hine, replevin, verdict for plain
tiff. @-N~- --@
20 The case of Benedict vs.. Hogan was dis.
missed at plaintiffs costs.
The case of Grant vs.. Iska was continued
The jury in the case Of Hampstead vs.
Draper returned verdict for plaintiff of six.
teen dollars.
The case of Jones vs.. State Bank was in
progress when the Court adjourned.-Daily
oath.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1863-01-30
Sherif's Sale.

DY virtue Of special and general execution to me i.
ID rected and delivered from the office of tho Cerk Of
the District Court of Musesne county, State Of Iowa.
agains the goods and chatte lands and tenemsnts Of
Trplett Sells Co., have levied upon and vii OK
pose sale Saturday. the 18th day Of February
D. 1863 ct the Court House door, in the city of Musca
tine. TIE following described property, to w.t. 0J
Lot number eight s and the east half Of lot number
nine (s al in block one hundred and six (1Oe1 in the
stty ofAuscstipe, STATE Of lowe. .,,.YF t,..--7 q
All of which, or 30 much thereof may be necessary
will b sold to satsy said special and gsnsEal execution
in favor Of John Sparks.
Sale 70 comsncs between the hours Of nina O'Clock
In the forenoon and four O'Clock in the afternoon Of
said day, to Wit. ct ton O'Clock, An. -Seilg -
rI ffl& Efrg = fkFfglH. b. HINE,
Sheriff Muscatins County.
Nuseatins, Jan II, 1ssS..wlw . 90.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1863-01-30
STATE OF IowA7
MUscxfIHs County,

MUscxfIHs CouNIY,J 80 I'd Aa-l. -.stzt e ,.s e.-
TNO A. HARPER: You are hereby notified that by
L virtue of q chsttel mortgage, made and executed
BY you to Aultmar Co.. Of Canton, Ohio. dated the
9th day of February, A. D. 1862 and recorded
the records Of said Muscatine county, Iowa. In book
Of chattes ct page 544 said chatel mortgage having
been made to secdre the Of certain promssory
due and unpaid and the of Eve hundrcd three
2iO0 dollars (t5O3 -1c0. and interest 10 now due
thereon, I, II. H. Hine, Sheriff Of said county, have
this day seized and taken Of portion Of the
property. to- Wit ono Sweepstake Treshing Machine,
manufactured BY O. Aultmar 4 Co. And you are fur
shall sell the said threshng machine at public
tion, ct the farm Of Darius Hail. in Wilton township,
one mile east Of Rainbow School House, Muscatins
county. Iowa. Monday, the ninth day Of February,
A. D. 1863 at clock in the afternoon of that day,
and upon such sale being made. bill Of sale win be
given to the purchaser which will convey all the title
Of the said A. Harper, in and to said property,
absolutely. ctE = 4 s4ll I11-ls1t
Dated the 18th day of January. A. D. 1861
II. 81. HINE, lj
w4wr; 81 so. : Sheriff Auscatihe County. Iowa.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1863-01-30

ARRIVED HoxE.-Maj. Purcell and Captain
Turner, of the 18th Iowa regiment, arrived
home, Saturday, on short visit to their fam
lies in this city. Both are looking well.
Capt. Turner reports that the 10th is with
= Gen. Grant, who left Memphis, with his en-
tire army, for vicksburg, on last Tuesday af-
ternoon, the goth inst The boys were well
and in excellent spirits at the near prospect of
again getting into active operations. We
predict that the 18th will make their mark in
the approaching great struggle. ..t-.
The 18th was also with the army moving
on Vicksburg.
We are under obligations to Capt. Turner
for late Memphis papers.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1863-01-30

Although not disposed to favor recommend Pate,
medicines through disrust of their ingredients and
effects. yet know Of NO sufficient reason Why mas
ceved any simple preparation in the hope that Es
may thus contribute to the benefit Of others.
1 do this the more readily in regard to Hoofanda
German Bitters. prepared by DR.. Q. NJ. Jackson, Of
this city because prtjudiced against them for
many years. under the impression that they chiefly
an alcoholic mixture. am indebted to my friend,
Robert Shoemaker Esq., for the removal of this preu
dice by proper tetss and for to thsm
when suffering from great and long continued debility
ming of the present year, followed by relief and
resto ration to a,degree of bodily and mental vigor
which had not felt for six months before, and had
almost despaired of regaining therefore thank God
and my friend for directing me to use hem.
Philod' q, June %, 1861. J. NEWTON BROWN.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1863-01-30
From, the vit6s ofALDERMAN WUNDER

ifl.s .-l..,.r +i Germanto,cn, June Let. 1861.
DIR. G. NJ. JAcKsoN-Sls 1T gave me pleasure two
years ago. give you tertncate testifyiDg What the
German Bitters had a Tor me. am now perfectly
cured of ell these dsea your medicine professed to
euro, viz -Dyspepsla Chronic and Norvons debility
diseases of the Kidneys, &C. The powerful influence 1t
exerts upon Nervous plostraton 10 surprising have
been consulted frequently ia reference to yo.r tters
and without hesitaton have recommended it for the
above pants and in cherry ins lance it has effect
Germantown and is now sold in every Drug store, and
most of tho Grocery stores here III any one should
question what say. let them come to Germantown,
have cured in this vicinity than twenty cases Of
the above disease. Respectfully,
--.-..l--- - :. 49,, HANNAH WUNDER,
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1863-01-30
NO ALCOHOL, OR BAD WHISKY

NJ ALCO6OL, Ok BAD WHISKY
They WILL the above cases in ninety mine case
cut of hundred. ;-r,4l. ...f p ,fef .....ts.t..
Indeed by the extensive sale and Increasing popular
ity of Hollands German Ritters (purely veGstabe,)
hosts of ignorant Quack inscriptions
have opened upon suffering humanity the food gates of
Nostrums in the shape of poor whisky, Wiley COM
pounded with Drugs and christened Tonics, Stomach
les and Bitters. ..-.. ..t-.i., f,.,.,.....f --
Beware of the nnumerable array of Alcoholic prep
aratons in bottles, and kegs under
the modest sppollstion of Btters which, instead Of
CURING only aggravate the disease and leave the dsap
pointed sufferer IN dispair.
H0OFLAND,S GERMAN BITTERs
Arc not and untred article but have stood the
test Of fifteen years trial by the American public and
that their reputation and sale not rvaled by any
similar preparation. .. ....-.f 10 =.
The proprietors have Thousands Of letters from the
most eminent
CLERGYMEN, tl-..
E LAWYERS,
PHYSICIANS, u.s. .-.a
..g -o-r Jus, . SOC. -. .
lt. e.. .r- .=- III. y. Il
9. ..s. CITIZENS,
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1863-01-30
From tho Rev. JOSPH Il. .KENNARD
Pnator of the Tenth BoDtisf Church.

DR.. Jacksos-Dear Sr:-I have been frequently
quested connect my name with Communications Of va
rous kinds Of medcirss but regarding the practice
of my appropriate here. have in all cases de-:
clined but with Poofin various instances. and
particularly in my hly. of the usefulness of Dr.
Hollands German BiA1ess, depart for once from my
usual COURSE to express my full conviction that, for
general debility of tn, ysem and especially for Liver
Complaint 1t is q sab and valusple preparation In
it may fail, but usually doubt not 1t will be
very beneficial to those who suffer from the above
J. II. KENNARD,
TT bolou Ia no~
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1863-01-30

The "FEELING" IN THE ARxY-AoRE
ExrRAcrs.-We have been permitted to make
an extract or two from private letter written
by soldier of the 35th to a friend in ibis
city. The writer is gentleman well known
in this community. We give them as in
dicativc of the feeling in the army respecting
thecourse now being pursued by the cowardly
traitors in this vicinity, who, while the
gallant 35th was stationed here, kept very
quiet:
"We are getting sickening news from
home-frem Muscatine. How is it !? There
are rumors in camp to-day that the traitors of
Muscatine are getting very bold in their
threats, and are actually drilling, holding
large and enthusiastic meetings, passing res
buttons denouncing the President, the war,
&C. is there any truth in these reports? 1t
makes me sick to hear them. Just think !!
Thousands Of the best men that live are now
sacrificing their all to put down an accursed
rebellion, while such men as Thayer, rene
gade New Englander, are permitted to live in
the North, daily villifying and abusing the
very blessings by which they are surrounded,
and the noble men who are risking their lives
to preserve and secure these blessings of lib
,erty and peace using all their influence to
create rebellion at home. shall be uneasy
until I hear from you as to the truth or
falsity of these rumors. I can find some
excuse for Southern rebel, and might posi-
bly, feel some sympathy for him; but as to
these Northern renegades, cannot help wish
ing that the deepest curses may fall on them
ALL" s4Tt 90 - -h
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1863-01-30
The Early Physical Degeneracy Of
II m RICAN EOPL

JUST PUBLISHED BY DIR. STONE, ~
Physician to the Troy Lung and Hygenc Institste.
Treatise the causes of early physical decline Of
American people-the causes Of nervous debility,
Il. consumption and maraamus. .H 1855.
This work is one Of high moral tone, written in
chaste yet thrilling language, appeals directly to the
moral Of all parents and guardians espe
ciay, detailing scientific and reliable aids aud treat
mens for ..-r,. .-- s.g'.ftr .sg 80 t,..s-
1t will bs sent BY mail on receipt of two e centsp
stamps. i' i.. -i'aI -''is'
Ha- Parents and guardians young men and ladies.
fail not to send and get this book. -,, s...' -,
A word Of solemn Conscientious advice to
fhnsn w hn VI i'll reflect
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1863-01-30

TesttfytRg OF their own personal knowledge, to the
beneficial effects and medical virtues Of these Btters
Do you want something to strengthen you?
Do you want good appetite?
Do you want to build up your constitution?
Do you want energy? ...- a: ~.
Do you want to sleep well r..--
Do you want a brisk and vigorous feeling?
Do you want to feel we'll?
Do you want to get rid of nervousness?
If you do, use HOOFLAND'S GERMAN
BITTERS. .
From J. Newton Broom, D. d., Editor Of the
Encuclopedia of Religious Knowledge.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1863-01-30

Being DESTROYS Of closing out their present
supply to make room for SPRING GooDs. ~
~ Tie city and country trade can save from
tsosnty.1sue to thirty per cent by calling and
examining this stock before purchasing else.
where.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1863-01-30

Muscatine, Jan IA, 1ses.-w4w 81 90. ss0ei1'i ~
, 1863-05-16
NOTICE.

z EWIS DAY has been appointed Agent Of the Or
4 4 egon Steam Navigation Company, at Wallula,
vice j. Nj. Vansyckle resigned.
All Freight landed at WaIlula win be at owners
risk as as landed. and all freight that remains
unpaid after goods are landed will be stored at the
owner expense. j. Q. AlNSWORIH,
President Oregon Steam Navigation Co.
Portland Jan 8 1853 45tf
, 1863-05-16

Too EARLY EDUCATION Experience dem
onstrates that of any number of children of even
intellectual powers, those who receive no particu-
lar care in infancy, and who do not begin to study
till the constitution begins to be consolidated,
but who enjoy the benefit of good physical
education, very soon surpass in their studies
those who commence earlier and who read num-
erouS books when very young.
, 1863-05-16

NOTICES is hereby given that the undersigned has
~ been appointed administrator Of the estate Of
Thomas J. Chase deceased, by the Probate Court OF
the county of Wala Wala. All persons holding de-
mands against said estate are requested to present
them to the undersigned within one year from this
date or they will be forever barred and all persons
indebted to said estate are requested to make imme
diate pavment ISAAC LASSWELL.
Ian II 1863 2;5m3
, 1863-05-16

BOISE DUsT.-Gold from Boise is now
/ ing brought into this city in such guam
So. - to indicate that the mines are not
snfor;or IN ric mess to any ever worked in
the upper country. - merchants gene
rally are receiving share o. the dust !;
several of them having received suns 0i
from one to five thousand dollars within
the past few days
, 1863-05-16

TNHE lands in Walla Walla couneJ are TO DC onered
at public sale August Sd, and all l--e-eln pIoIS D
will be required to prove up, either under the IRE
emption or Homestead laws. All who have not yet
notified will do well to atterd to the matter, and fix
their papers up at an carly day.
W. w JOHNSON, County Surveyor.
Feb. IA 1862. 9m3
, 1863-05-16
U. S. INCOME TAX.

TVNHE LAW CONTEMP LArES THAT EVERY one
j shall pay on all net profits Ocss $500 derived
from any source whatever. person is allowed to
deduct all legally assessed National State and Coun-
ty Taxes, hired help rents, drayage &C., necessary
to carry on his business; but no farmer, merchant
mechanic, or any person, has right to deduct his
own labor as much expense from his income.
The income tax is to be paid on the income Of the
year commencing January lst, 1862 so that the
evening of Dec. 3lst, 1862, everybody should make
up record Of their income gains or profits for that
year. And as many sources of income, such as Div-
dends and Railroad bonds and stocks Insur-
ance Stock, Savings Banks, interest," &c, they hav-
ing already paid the income tax, not again taxed.
1t therefore becomes necessary to have clear record
of the Of income, that there may be no dis
pute with the Assessor
All corporations must deduct the three per centum
before declaring their dividends
For Example;
A man in business must make up the net profits of
his lsiuess for the year, and pay the tax on the
amount less $500.
even more than his profits in the business neverthe-
es he must pay tax on all nett business profits ex-
ccpt the 5000. And so with salary, all over 5000
must be taxed, though personal or family expenses
consume it all.
The Income Tax for the year 1862 is assessablc on
the first day Of May 1863 and is due and payable on
OF before the 30th June, 1858. And any sums due
and unpaid for thirty days after the 30h June, as
aforesaid and for ten DAYS after demand by the Col
lector, five per centum will be added to the amount
unpaid.
Each individual Of any firm or partnership must
W. W. JOHNSON,
U. S. Assistant Assessor, w. 7.
April l8, 1868. l8ml
, 1863-05-16

''SoLD OUr.''-Wm. R. Albright writes
us from Wallula that he has ''sold out his
interest in the express business to Wells,
Fargo & Co." We regret to lose "Billy"
from among the list of oxpressmen, for we
have received many favOrs from his obliging
hands when in that line. In his retracy,
Wells, Fargo & Co. have lost a valuable
nArtnRr
, 1863-05-16

INCREASE OF TRAvEL.-There are now
two stage lines running between this place
and Wallula bringing full loads of passen-
gers at every trip. During the last month
the travel to Boise, through this place, has
largely incl eased and, but fer the deceit
practlced on travellers in sending them by
Lewiston to Boise, the entire current of
aiming population would have fitted out
from this point, to the great advantage CT
themselves.
, 1863-05-16

RICH CLA1M-A gentleman who came
in this week from Boise, informs us that
J. Helm, alias 'Old Tex and man
named Stewart, both from this valley, have
a claim near Placerville which is yielding
them from five to ten pounds of gold per
dav
, 1863-05-16

STAGE LINE TO BOISE MINEs.-Ish &
Co., will commence running line of sta
ges from Wallula, by Walla Walla and
Auburn, to Boise Mines, as soon as they
get the route stocked.
, 1863-05-16

ROCKY MOUNTAIN ExPREss.-Messrs.
Chas. Frush and Fred. Sherwood have
made arrangements to run an express from
Fort Benton to connect with Wells, Fargo
& Co., at this place. Mr.. Frush has start
ed for Fort Benton to stock the line. Let
ters, packages and treasure entrusted to
their care will be carried expeditiously and
safely.
, 1863-05-16
a100 Reward

VIOR any ease Of Syphilis in any stage, which
4 DIR. LIE RICHEAU'S GOLDEN BALSAM
fails to cure.
No comment is necessary upon tins medicines IL
stands entirely upon its own uneqnaed merits 1t has
cured thousands who have wastod handsome fortunes
in treating this disease, aud viii cure thousands
more.
Golden Balsam 10 /. for frst ald second stRges,
such sores tie legs or other PARTS OF the BODY,
sore eyes etc, etc
Golden Balsam No. 2 for Tertiary, Nereurial and
Syphilitic Rheumatism.
Price, S. per bottle. Orders from any point hlled
upon receipt of this sum. SMITH g. DAVIS,
lime Portland, Oregon. Agents.
, 1863-05-16

$19,O 9,OOO.-Wells, Fargo & Co., brought
in from Boise on the last trip from that
place $l3, 900 in dust.
, 1863-05-16
BOISE MINES.
Lumber at WaIInIa.

NHR. l.. WHITTINGHAM ismy authorized ugeut
I'VE at Wallua to receive orders and contract for
Lumber from my Mill and to receipt for the same.
Allnrders forwarded by him viii he promptly flled.
S. LINKTON.
Walla Walla, March IA, 1863
, 1863-05-16

WEEKLY MAIL.-The tri-weekly
mail, lately ordered by the Post Office De-
partment, between Dalles and Walla Walla
will go into effective operation on the first
of Julv
, 1863-05-16

WHAT WE ARE WoRTH.-The value
of the individual property in the States
and Territories of the United States in
1862 exceeds the sum of sixteen thousand
millions of dollars, being an increase of
one hundred and twenty-six and one half
per centum in ten years in aggregate value.
PosTPoNED.-We learn from Lewiston
that the Treaty with the Nez Perces has
been postponed until the goth inst. But
one of the Commissioners Hale-is
on the ground, and it is probable that he
viii be left alone to make the treaty.
MAIL ROUTES BY order of the Post
Df.s4or - reral, the following mail routes
are to be discontinued "l'0i OU'J
Route No 1922, from Dalles " " ana
Walla. Route No. 1922, from Vancou-
yer to Walla Walla.
, 1863-05-16
VAN OYK & WHlTM MANS
LIVERY and EXCHANGE
LEs.

OUR COMPLETE AND FULL LIVERY STOCK,
" with all the paraphernalia pertaining to first
class establishment, on
Main Street, WalIa Walla,
will be at the public service at fair remunerave rates.
Stable Open Day and Night,
for the accommodation of our customers
Saddle Horses.
, 1863-05-16
John stapIeton,s Estate.

T ETTERS Of Administration having been granted
II TO the undersigned by the Probate Court Of Walla
Walla county upon the estate Of John Staplcton,
late Of said county deceased, therefore notice is
hereby given to all persons knowing themselves in
debtcd to said estate 10 come forward and make i'm
mediate payment 10 me, atny place Of business in the
city Of Walla Wala. ana those having claims must
present thom, with proper vouchers, within one
year from this date or be forever barred.
EDWARD SHE'LL, Administrator.
May 2, 1868. 20mS
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1863-06-05
FROM GEN. ROsECRANs's ARMY.
The Rebel Army FniItag Back-sk'rmiss
with MounteH Force-The Rebels
Withdraw inter an Hours Fighting

MTRTREEsBORO, "wednesday, June = 1oeS
Scouts who have thoroughly secured the country
on the left and in rear report having neitnef
seen nor heard OF any Rebels.
A gentleman who is known here, and whose state
ments aIe regarded as trustworhy has inst reached
our lines from Tullahoms.
This gentleman sHys there are not more than TWO
regiments at that place, and that the enemy nave
drown all their forces forward shelbyyile, Beach
Grove, and other points on our immediate front
mounted force Of Rebels advanced this afternoon
aud engaged our videues on the Manenes'er r'Ae
Road The firing between them was very rapd'
and lasted about an hour, when the keoels WEI
drew
The casualties have not yet been reported.
NrnFKEyssoKo Tenn. Thunday, June T. lSos-
The Rebels have been reeonno!leriug III our iFoH''
Yesterday Wheeler appeared on the Manchester
and this morning on the Shelbyyie road. br'sk
diminishing has been kept up all day. lie g
Indiana Cavalry, on picket duty, was first aiacSe'''
and the 18th Indiana Col. Harrison, First bFigaas
Of Gen. DAVIS Division, was subsequently SCI, 70
their assistance.
The Rebels were driven shout a mile. Oar !os
was only one man killed and several wounded. Inc
i,h Cavalry was engaged some time on the Midoe-
town road. At the last seven were killed asa
wounded. -.
Col. McCook reports heavy firing in the direction
OF 1rune.
Gen. Granger telegrspbs that Den. Baird OF the
sjth Indiana, in command at Franklin, was attacked
to-day by Rebel cavalry. At the latest dates Baird
was still fighting, with some prospects of capturing
the enemy. We hear OF no Rebel infantry en-
gagged. Their cavalry is engaged in EecOnuoering
the whole line.
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1863-06-05
THU SIEGE OF VICKSBURG'
pne Work Progressing Successfully
xoRTAR.BoATs KEPT BoNBARD1NG
THE REBELS ON HALF RATIoNs.
THEY ARE IN A SAD CONDITION.
pembertOn Urging Johnston to Hurry up.
THE EXPEDITION UP THE RED RIVER.
INTERESTING DETAILS OF NAVY OFFICERS
Our Correspondents Account Of the
Progress of the Siege.
the EXPEDITION UP THE RED RIVER.
INTERESTING DETAILS OF NAVY OFFICERS.
The Surrender Of the City Demanded
THE REPLY OF GEN. PEMBERTON.

Special Dispatch to The n. Y. Tribune.
wAsEISeToS, Thursday, June 4, 1889.
Aivices have been received by the Government
from Vicksburg mp TO Sunday night, May 81. They
are Of an encouraging character, but specific In
telligence is communicated. The Rebel report that
Grant had rent bis whole army TO the Big Black,
and the unofficial Union report that be had sent
thilher one corps, are incorrect Our troops are in
good health and spirits.
We are assured upon the highest authority that
since the 22d no assault has been made upon the
Rebel works. that since the 25th, up to the 3lst,
fighting whatever had taken place; and that the
Union los, in the assaults Of the 2lst and 2ld has
been greatly exaggerated.
A telegram in the Richmond papers Of June 3,
dated jackson June /, says that Grant had demand
cd from Pemberton the surrender Of Vicksburg
which was refused Grant Lad then given linn three
days time to consider.
The Government has official information Of the
close investment Of Port Hudson by Gen. Banks
and the r edmond papers Of June assert that at
The latest dates the situation there unchanged.
We are permitted to publish the following extract
from q private latter from an officer Of Admiral
Porter's squadron, dated near Vcksburg, May %.
awe are meeting with successes on every side,
and before long the entire river will he open. To-
night we had dispatch from Gen. Grant, stating
thai be was gaining ground and advancing slowly
bur surely on the town. We have kept our mortsrs
playing on the town for the last three days and
nights without cessation and have destroyed great
many buildings, beside two batteries Deserers
and paroled prisoners report tonight that the city
cannot hold out much longer. They are getting
very short Of provisions and have already cone
down TO half ratioDs. They have no way Of get
ting any more supplies. We all feel very confident
here Of the fall of Vieksburg in very short space
Of time"