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The daily Green Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1861-1865, 1863-07-16

Boston, July Is. We learn from conductor
Holt of the midnight train from the westward
that fierce riot is raging in Troy New York
At half past O'CLOCK afternoon. Yesterday
ne mob had demolished the office of the Trov
Tunes and driven off the telegraph operators
who had gone down to Greenbush opposite
Albany H ae -sta-ts. aI'HDf
An outbreak was expected in Albany. %
The latest news from New York, dated last
evening, states that the riot was sdbsiding..
Artillery had been planted in the Park To
sweep Broadway. Telegraph communication
Will soon be re-establshed with New York
This city, Boston is quiet, aad no indca-
ton eft further trouble at present. "
St. Cloud Democrat. [volume] (Saint Cloud, Stearns County, Minn.) 1858-1866, 1863-01-08
vickskurg and its Defcnccs.

The appearance of the Confederate de-
lenses in the range of vision from the
point of location of the Lexington, while
lying off'Vicksburg, was not 50 formida-
BILE as we had anticipated from considera-
ton of the long time which they had for
construction. We had been informed that
there were large bodies of men constantly
employed there when the Lexington made
her last previous trip under flag oftruce.
They had accomplished the erection of
several new works during the interval be-
tween the two trips. a'.....
q We could plainly sec that there was a
.considerabl number of earthworks upon
the peninsula opposite the city, and oil
which the Lexington was lying. From the
deck Of the Lexington. DeSoto Landing
was nearly opposite, and the L. S. Ma
rine Hospital Immediately in front Of
US. The range Of hills in the rear
Of the city was coverd with batteries
for several miles above US, below the city
and two forts and some half dozen maya
zines were plainly visible. The water
batteries could not be seen, but they arc
said to be. formidable. Every effort has
evidently been made to improve the long
opportunity given them, and the Confetl-
crates express confidence in their ability
to withstand attack.
St. Cloud Democrat. [volume] (Saint Cloud, Stearns County, Minn.) 1858-1866, 1863-01-08

The Anoka Republican learns from
reliable authority that between two and
three hundred Chippewa Indians are en-
campedin different portions of that coun-
ty, extending through part of Grow,
Centerville. Oak Grove and St. Francis,
and that they arc committing numerous
depredations and causing much uneasi-
mes and fear among the settlers. 1t is
informed Of instances whore they have
shot pigs, and it also learns that two of
the trcacherous miscreants called at the
house Of Mr.. Brooks, in St. Francis, du-
ring his absence, and demanded some
thing to cat of his wife, and after provi-
ding dinner for them, as she had been
obliged to for strolling bands of these
vagabonds before, they deliberately pro-
ceeded to ransack the house in search OF
plumber, carrying away with them wool
en- blankets and bed quilts, IN spite of
her protcstations and threats. In view
Of this state of things, have not these
people reason for feeling uneasy? 1t is
not safe for . man to leave his family an
lour IN the neighborhood Of these tbiev
ing wretches. e.. .'' =. z---..i.
St. Cloud Democrat. [volume] (Saint Cloud, Stearns County, Minn.) 1858-1866, 1863-01-08
CONGRESSIONAL PROCEEDINGS.
WASHINGTON. Jan. ?

fs : w
HousE.-On motion of Mr.. DIN, the
Committee on Military Affairs was dis
charged from the further consideration Of
certain petitions asking for the introduc-
ton of the homeopathic system in the
army. 49, -.-rr 5t-s.sai 49,. -"
Scdgwick, from the Committee on Ma
val Affairs, reported joint resolution
that the Secretary Of War be directed to
credit the several States in estimating the
number of soldiers enrolled therein for
Military and Naval service who otherwise
would be excluded.
Pcndlcton introduced preamble, re-
citing Grants order, excluding Jews as Il
class from the army lines, and a. resolu-
ton saying that said order deserves the
condemnation of the House and of tho
President. On motion of Washburn it
was tabled, Sc against So. Messrs. Hol-
man, Washburn, Stiles and Fenton were
permitted to record their votes in favor
of the army apportionment bill: : t."
St. Cloud Democrat. [volume] (Saint Cloud, Stearns County, Minn.) 1858-1866, 1863-01-08
a LAeutenane Begatled by q Secesl
Beauty and N1urtle red. -'.

A Lieutenant Deeatled Dy Secesh
Beauty and Murde red.
The Leavenworth Bulletin of the 18th
contains an account of one of the most
iendish instances of rebel crime that has
marked their diabolical deeds during the
war. While the army was near Benton
vile, Arkansas, last spring, secession
young woman often visited the camp, and
made herself very agreeable to the officers.
A Lieutenant in the I'd Indiana battery,
named Masterson, became charmed with
with her, and she pretended to respond
to the passion she had created. Their
relations became quite intimate, and on
one occasion she invited him to visit her
at the residence of her uncle. He unsus-
pectingly availed himself of the invitation
to spend an afternoon in her society.
Having been with her about two hours:
she went to the window and raised it. and
at the moment twelve gnerrillas appeared
and fired on him. He fell dead in the house.
and was carried off to a mill pond and the
body thrown into the water. Some four
days after the body foated to the shore,
and was buried by an old man and his
son. After the lapse Of four weeks the
body was found, disinterred and identi-
fed by the comrades of the unfortunate
lieutenant. The day after the commits
sion of the foul deed the following note
was found under the pillow OF the young
woman, written apparently, on the eve
Of flight in the night time, to escape the
search that followed the next day:
My Dear Uncle and Aunt: +-s ~ s-..-
have succeeded. My beauty, which you have
always told me was not worth fig in life has to.
day accomplished as much as the patriot general
in our glorious Confederacy. I am content to
offer my beauty, virtue. even life itself, upon my
country's altar: My bleeding country demands
the sacrifice, willingly l obey.
1 cannot visit your house again until this wa,
closes, which | pray God may b. soon but wher
it does stop, l hope to come and receive the bles
sings of you both ON the head of
4 - s .l4. Your Is q TOMPHINI.
St. Cloud Democrat. [volume] (Saint Cloud, Stearns County, Minn.) 1858-1866, 1863-01-08
ITEMS FROM CINCINNATI
The East Tennessee Raid.

Special Dispatch to the St. Paul Press.
49, - CINCINNATI, Jan. 6.
The defalcation of Major Cook is said
to amount to $265,OO0.
Our army moved from Danvi'lc, Ken
lucky, on Saturday. The direction is
ccntraband
The Lynchburg Republican of Jan. LIST,
in speaking of the "Yankce raid" into
East Tennessee, says they destroyed 81
miles of the East Tennessee Railroad,
but not the bridges over the Holston and
Walaugue rivers, and captured 800 cav
airy. 1t characterizes it as unexpected,
daring and audacious. and well worthy Of
a Morgan or a Stuart.
St. Cloud Democrat. [volume] (Saint Cloud, Stearns County, Minn.) 1858-1866, 1863-01-08
Winter F0shiOns In Washington.

Winter F0shi0ns In Warrington.
A lady correspondent writes from
Washington: t-.. .....
1.-The fashions this winter are very
comical, the height Of the ladies' bonnets
being absolutely ridiculous. Large white
muslin bows, with lace trimmed ends, are
worn instead Of breast-pins on cloaks and
walking dresses. This has the effect of
making ladies look quite ministerial.
Cloaks are pretty much long sacks, and
braided trimmings are most in favor.
Frizzled hair is all the rage. Ladies cut
their lovely locks about four inches long,
and curl them at night over the forehead
and close to the head. These curls are
all combed through in a mass next morn
ing. and stand out like a darkey's hair,
precisely. l have seen many dark
skinned woman try as hard to get the
kink out of hair, as our ladies try to get
tin" .
St. Cloud Democrat. [volume] (Saint Cloud, Stearns County, Minn.) 1858-1866, 1863-01-08
Bad News from Vicksburg.

Special Dispatch to the st. Paul Press. .
CAIRO, Jan. 9.
The steamer Jurat has just arrived.
Gen. Sherman took the first line of en-
trenchments at Vicksburg and held them
about forty minutes, but was rcpulsed
while waiting reinforcements. Nothing
has been heard from Banks or Farragut.
Our loss is about five thousand.
St. Cloud Democrat. [volume] (Saint Cloud, Stearns County, Minn.) 1858-1866, 1863-01-08

Terrible slaughter Of the Rebels;
CASUALTIES OF THE BATTLE
CLARENCE PRENTICE WOUNDED
Our Loss 1000 Killed, and
5000 sWounded. ~ e;
NURFREEsBoRo, Jan. S

@.t #. Is MURFREEsBoRo, Jan. S. rs
Bragg's army left without burying the
dead our troops are now doing it. s.a''T
A search over the battlefield reveals
terrible slaughter in their ranks-double
ours. s' @oa ....s.. r.. }.r. ,t.....%. -
Most of the resident sccesh and fatni-
lies fed. - 3D.. .'',..-' 81 a.. d. a.,.,e 9 Q +.
The panic and conAiction Of the people
and soldiers in the retreat last Saturday
after the night battle, and when it was
thought Rosecrans was coming suddenly
into town, was indiscribable.. f.: 1,,,.,
The cause Of the Union . was never
brighter since the rebellion than now in
this region. @4 d. ~, ".a ,....l,,s..c...as
""- .'s,s' .-'. NEW YORK, January Z.
Tho following is a special dispatch to
New York paper: 49, ~ +" T.. .3.,i g..
MuRFREEsBoRo 9Th, via Nashville 9Th
The enemy evacuated in haste during
Saturday night. 1t is reported they were
terribly demoralized from loss. but they
left 10 property behind. .....-,.,.....,
Gen. Negley pursued them with in
fantry and cavalry. ...' 80 I'd Fir
Speer's LIST Tennessee cavalry attacked
and dispersed their rear guard of cavalry.
Their loss in Wednesdays battle was
5000; several hundred on Thursdays;
over ], 200 on Friday; 1 1000 on Saturday
night, including the wounded and cap
tured. We have 1900 Of them prisoners,
two Colonies and several Majors. 92u aaV
The bodies of Brig. Gems. Rains and
Hanson arc here. ,1.,@o THr rs Fl. ill.,
Gen. Breckenridge was severely wound
ed, and Gen. Adams killed, Major. Clar-
ence Prentice wounded in the thigh. -
The famous LIST Louisiana regiment was
destroyed. s.,
Our own losses in all the engagements
were l, 100 killed, about 900 wounded,
and several thousand prisoners. One
third Of the. wounded will soon be able to
resume duty. The army was considera-
bly, deprecated by stragglers; including
number of officers, who will be Disgrace
fully dismissed, several for, desertion.!
Col. Moody, of the 74th Ohio, was
wounded; Col. Charles Anderson of the
93d Ohio, Col. Nick Anderson of the
10th Ohio, and Col. John f. Miller were
wounded, but didn't leave the field. Col.
Williams, of the 25th Illinois. was killed.
Lieut.. Col. Hull, Of the 37th Indiana, was
wounded-not dangerously. We had
about twenty-five field officers killed, and
as many wounded. Lieut. Col. Annon,
22d Indiana, reported killed, lis wounded
and prisoner. The Chicago Board of
Trade Battery, which behaved gallantly,
lost five killed and eight wounded. Loo
mis- Michigan Battery lost one killed and
twelve wounded, and thirteen horses
killed. '--,''' f.. -
A review of the field of battle since the
evacuation, shows that the enemy were
much more formidably posted than We
had developed, even by our terrific fight
ing. ..1.'J'0-:.
St. Cloud Democrat. [volume] (Saint Cloud, Stearns County, Minn.) 1858-1866, 1863-01-08
TELE:G E a p II,
ouR SPECIAL DISPATCHES,
FROM WASHINGTON.
VIA CHICAGO.
sn.c;o, 2tspntch to the st. pc,tl Press.

SpeciGt Dtspatch to the st. Peul Press.
WASHINGTON, Jan. 6.
II In the Senate, to-day. Mr.. Wilson re.
ported back the House joint resolution
for the payment of soldiers and sailors,
with an amendment authorizing the Sec
rotary of the Treasury to-. raise fifty md
lion dollars, III Demand Notes. The
soldiers families are suffering for want
of payment. The bill was referred to the
Finance Committee.
. The bill concerning State Prisoners
was taken up and elected considerable
discussion. Mr.. Powell, Of Kentucky.
in his remarks, said he wanted to see
more iron will evinced in the executive
policy. "'.1,'s:' >'.s.. i 81. ,-...sua. ...... +.
The rebellion must be crushed out by
every possible means. He wanted to see
the Mississippi opened by. our brave west
:ern troops. He would take the property
Of the rebels everywhere, and would well
come the spectacle Of one hundred thou.
sand shareholders running one way, and
ono million of negroes the other. He
thanked God we had an army and navy,
and country, and complimented the
''live General Rosecrans, the hero OF
Murfreesboro. His speech produced a
deep sensation, and elected frequent ap-
plause from the galleries. The bill
postponed until tomorrow. .. - -.
Senator Rice offered resolution in
structing the Military Committee to in
quirc into the expediency Of reimbursing
Minnesota for the sums advanced in sup
pressing the Indian war. Adopted. =
The bill to assist Missouri to emanci-
pate her slaves, passed the House by vote
of73 to 46. To secure the benefits OF it
Missouri must pass her emancipation act
before January LIST 1864. 49,.
Carriers exploits i'll Tennessee, de-.
troying railroad connections, bridges,
&C., is considered Of. great Importance,
as it cuts off Bragg's Richmond communi-
cation, a. .........
St. Cloud Democrat. [volume] (Saint Cloud, Stearns County, Minn.) 1858-1866, 1863-01-08
Later from Europe.

The steamer New York, from South.
ampton, oath, has arrived.
The news is mostly anticipated. :
The United Service Gazette confidently
asscrs that the Ionian Islands will be ccd-
ed to Greece. .ra.... r.....
Arrangements are making for the with
drawal of troops. ..
Prince Hessc refused the Greek Throne.
France demanded explanations at Mad
rid respecting the official statement made
by Spain to Her Cortcs, on the Mexican
question. "1 ,.--- 80 49,, a.
St. Cloud Democrat. [volume] (Saint Cloud, Stearns County, Minn.) 1858-1866, 1863-01-08
The Notorious Train at Milwaukee

Special Dispatch to The St.P0ul Press. ~.
MILWAUKEE, Jan. =
A crowded house greeted the somewhat
noted George Francis Train, of Horse
Railroad notoriety, who lectured last
evening before the Young Mems Associa-
ton. ....-..
The people OF Milwaukee were little
too sensible to be very highly entertained
by such bombastic fellow. After giving
an account of his wonderful exploits in
Europe, he spoke of going to Richmond
to see jeff, and settle this little difficulty
of ours. . --...... -,-.5 .. .-
St. Cloud Democrat. [volume] (Saint Cloud, Stearns County, Minn.) 1858-1866, 1863-01-08

On Wednesday last, the oath ult..
the State Department received a dispatch
from our Minister at Japan. dated Nov.
22d. 1t came to San Francisco by the
first vessel Of new steamship: line be-
tween Japan and that port, and lett San
Francisco on the 23d, to reach Washing
ton ON the oath ul:.-thirty-t two days from
the time Of starting. SO,
St. Cloud Democrat. [volume] (Saint Cloud, Stearns County, Minn.) 1858-1866, 1863-01-08
Effects of the Proclamation.

Special Dispatch to the st. Paul Press.
,-.. ST. Louis, Jan. 6.
Since the first Of January some three
hundred slaves have left their masters in
consequence of the proclamation of
emancipation.
Passengers from Springfield say por-
ton of the army Of the frontier lately in
Van Buren,, Arkansas; had arrived at that
place over the Boston Mountains. Con-
siderable quantities of molassas and sugar
had been captured from the rebels.
The recent negro outbreak III Western
Missouri has subsidized.
St. Cloud Democrat. [volume] (Saint Cloud, Stearns County, Minn.) 1858-1866, 1863-01-08
From San Francisco.

Special Dispatch to the st. Paul Press
SAN FEANCIsCo, Jan. 8.
The Legislature of California was Or
gained to-day. The Senate resolution
endorsing the emancipation proclamation
promises several days discussion. A large
majority favor it. 7.. -. g..
St. Cloud Democrat. [volume] (Saint Cloud, Stearns County, Minn.) 1858-1866, 1863-01-08

j. We !notise dispatch to the last Chica-
go Times received here, that the rebel
Chatham IS reported prisoner in the
hands Of our troops. The special dis
patches to.the PREss, reported that he
Va killed. E.9cz :. ,aa4, Il "
St. Cloud Democrat. [volume] (Saint Cloud, Stearns County, Minn.) 1858-1866, 1863-01-08

The Commissioners estimate that about
500 will require support during the VIM
ter, and about 100 others occasional aid.
1t will be highly satisfactory to know
that the correspondence of the Governor
with the General Government has elected
the fact that the expenses of the Indian
War are to be assumed at Washington.
The Governor has advised the Attor-
ney General to prosecute the suit of the
State against fraudulent pre-emptors of
School Lands, in the Supreme Court Of
the United States; he re-iterates his an
nual recommendation for more thorough
and efficient School System; states that
the financial difficulties of the State Uni
versity are in course Of satisfactory ad-
justmcnt, and discusses the important SUBJ
ject of public lands at considerable
length; and repeats his protest against
the improvident legislation which seizcs
upon various pretcxts to squandcr them
away.
There are seven Banks in MINES ota-
two of them, the Marine Bank and the
Bank of Minnesota, being new organiza-
tons. Their outstanding circulation on
the 1st of January was $2OO,3lG, being
an increase of $119, 1870 since January lst,
1862.
The State Prison is shown to be eco
nomically and ably managed, but greatly
neglected by the State.
On the subject of railroads there are
no important recommendations.
The Governor alludes with natural
pride to the success of Minnesota in
raising more than its quota of soldiers for
the national cause, and in connection
with the Indian war justly remarks that
as the annals Of savage warfare afford no
parallel to the extent and ferocity of the
outbreak, SO also wcmay search our early
Colonial records in vain for an instance
of great Indian uprising so promptly
and effectually quelled; but he does not
say what he might have done, with equal
truth, that tins result was chiefly due to
the energy and judicous management OF
the Comander-in-C Chief. Ill.,.
The Governor regards the immediate
removal OF the Indians as an imperative
necessity, and the capital punishment Of
the guilty prisoners rs sine qua non in
the settlement of our Indian difficulties
He argues at length the right of the State
to try the guilty Indians-if released b,
the Govcrl,ment-in her own courts, anc
RENTS the whole question to the Lcgisla
turc. The peroration of the message il
devoted to national affairs, and beside.
being exceedingly fine as piece of rhet
oric, is eminently '.sound on tie goose.
St. Cloud Democrat. [volume] (Saint Cloud, Stearns County, Minn.) 1858-1866, 1863-01-08
French Iron-Clad at Havana.

'...' NEW YORK, Jan.7.
Advices from Havana state that the
French iron-clad frigate La Normandie
had arrived from Vera Cruz, en- route for
Martinique, to await orders.
During her stay at Vera Cruz, she lost
$50 of her crew of $50 men. by yellow
fever, including her commander.
St. Cloud Democrat. [volume] (Saint Cloud, Stearns County, Minn.) 1858-1866, 1863-01-08
NEWS FROM MEXICO.

NEW YORK, Jan. 6.
Special Dispatch to the St Paul Press.
The news from Mexico is that the
French army is advancing. One thou
sand mules and two hundred and fifty
wagons had reached Vera Cruz from New
York. The Mexican Government feels
deeply the refusal of the United States
Government to help them. -.
St. Cloud Democrat. [volume] (Saint Cloud, Stearns County, Minn.) 1858-1866, 1863-01-08

Ar an election held at Fort Ripley
few days ago by the officers Of the 9Th
Regiment, Rev. Lauren Ormsby of Fari-
bault. was elected Chaplain, and Mr..
Murdock of Saltwater Sutler-an excel
lent and satisfactory result to all con-
cerned. go r. a-g -. r- ...--'.
St. Cloud Democrat. [volume] (Saint Cloud, Stearns County, Minn.) 1858-1866, 1863-01-08
How .sE.xli.h O.i.ie. ;, !. M.a.

How "English Opinion " 10 Made.
A London editor confessed in rublic court in
that city that he had been promised $4,000 by
the French Minister for certain articles favorable
to tonis Napoleon. He now sues to recover
Exchange.
The paper referred to-, is we believe,
the Morning Chronicle. 1.-THE secret his
tory of rebel plottings in Europe could
bewritten, itwouldbe found, We suspect,
that more than one print Of the baser
sort had been paid for abusing US. The
zeal Of certain journals Of doubtful vir-
tue in behalf Of the secessionists is. to
say the least, suspicious.
dan Rice, the great Snowman. had :
farewell benefit ct Chicago On. Saturday
evening last. !-1s GIG s@a,l 81
St. Cloud Democrat. [volume] (Saint Cloud, Stearns County, Minn.) 1858-1866, 1863-01-08
The SPRINGFIELD Traitors

Special dispatch to the st. Paul Press. s...
IS r.: aszs SPRINGFIELD, Jan. 6.
The Democratic demonstration here
creates considerable excitement. Some
of the speakers went SO far as to demand
the immediate withdrawal of the Illinois
troops from the field.
St. Cloud Democrat. [volume] (Saint Cloud, Stearns County, Minn.) 1858-1866, 1863-01-08
MINNESOTA LEG1sLATuRE.

!. Neither House transacted any business
yesterday. At IL o'clock they met in
joint convention when the Governor
delivered his annual message. After its
reading both Houses adjourned. .
There was large crowd in attend
ance during its delivery including many
ladies. 49, .'' 5-..- ~, -s~-. 80
St. Cloud Democrat. [volume] (Saint Cloud, Stearns County, Minn.) 1858-1866, 1863-01-08

Gen. Mcclellan at Philadelphia.
ZACH PHILADELPHIA. Jan. 7.
Mcclellan held levee last evening at
his brothers house. This morning the
City Council and Mayor waited on him
and presented q testimonial authorized
by the Council some time since.
St. Cloud Democrat. [volume] (Saint Cloud, Stearns County, Minn.) 1858-1866, 1863-01-08
Thomasl A. Hendricks vs.. William L. Banning.

The plaintiff purchased ofthc defendant Ger.
tain promissory note, then over due, and purpor-
ting to be on interest after maturity at the rate
from him written warranty that the principal
was still due and unpaid that it was then bear
ing interest at the rate of two and and half per
cent, per month; and that there was due at the
time specified sum. He failed to recover of the
maker more than screen per cent. per dMnun, after
maturity. In al action by the plaintiff on the
warranty, to recover the difference between the
amount actually recovered of the maker, and the
sum which the note would have amounted to at
two and a half per cent. per month: .s,H -
Held, That the warranty could be enforced al
cording to its terms: Held, also, That a judg.
ment which enforced it only as to the amount
warranted to be due at the date Of the assign.
ment, was erroneous. ... ,..r ........