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Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1863-05-15

forthwith, the order being accompanied by
the presentation of several murderous Car
bines levelled directly at his head. But
ternut scrambled down and gave himself
up without delay. A few minutes, three
more SOLITARY horsemen," in guerrilla garb,
were seen in the distance, and contraband
was ordered by Capt. Blackburn to step out
into the lane and beckon them to come on.
The trio irolted up and found themselves
" gobbled up" when retreat was impossible.
Presently three more guerrillas approached,
the darkey still waving them on. The
hungry fellows, supposiog that most saw
ory banquet was waiting them, hastened on,
and were dismopnted, like their "illustrious
predecessors" After the lapse Of a few
moments, another guerrilla, riding solitaire,
beholding the amicable gestures OF the
treacherous Ethispian, whose beckoning
hand was as insidious as the" viii you
walk into my parlor said the spider to the
fly" like the unfortunate fly, was betrayed
and deceived. And now the last brace of
Butternuts, "Arcades Ambo," and "Knights
of the Sorrowful Figure" in the cause of
the southern contederacy. rode up, whist
ling Dixie in harmonious concert. "Halt y
-"Surrender, or you are dead mem" shouted
Capt. Blackburn, and 10! they halted and
surrendered. The game was all bagged.
1t was " ten strike. ."-Nashu,Ne Union.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1863-05-15
Gen. Mitchell and Newsboys.

1t happened once to the writer of this, to
hear the late General Mitchell address a
company of newsboys, in New York City.
On an invitation from his friend, Mr.. c.
W. Field, he came down one Sunday eve-
ming to attend the meeting for the news
boys. At his very first words TO the lads it
was apparent he was deeply moved. The
sight of the ragged. shoeless, weather-beaten
little fellows, seemed to call up Immediately
his own hard struggles in childhood.
Boys" said he. 81 feel when / see you
that i am one of you! No one of you can
be poorer, or more friendess, than l was
once. i have known what poverty is." ii
may be imagined that with such an intro
duction there was a dea,h-like Stiffness
Every boys eye was fastened on him, and
his tones seemed TO vibrate to each ones
heart, He went on 10 tell his story. bot
with simplicity, and feeling, which it ]:
impossible TO recall now,
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1863-05-15
AMUSING cArruaE.-During the recen

AMUSING CAPTUaE.-During the recent
expedition of our soldiers in the vicinity OF
Snow Hill, capture of ten rebel soldiers
was made by Capt. Blackburn, of the lst
Middle Tennessee cavalry, and squad OF
eight men. which is worthy of commemora-
ton. 1t appears that the rebel captain bad
sent word 10 good Union lady to prepare
breakfast on certain morning, Tor himself
and ten of his party, who were rowing about
the country, stealing what they could lay
their hands on. Capt. Blackburn heard OF
the intended visit. and posted his eight men
behind some cedars not far from the house.
Shortly after, " solitary borseman," as u.
P. r. James would say. attended by con-
traband, came riding along the road. The
guerrilla, for such he was, was halted. and
ordered TO lay down his gun and surrender
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1863-05-15
A Marvellous Story.

was bred up in the dislike of the mar
vellous, or the stupidity wonderful. as my
uncle called il. must relate an anecdote
in point. Some gentlemen were dining
together, and relating their travelling ad-
ventures; one of them dealt SO much on
the other marvellous that il induced another
to give him lesson.
81 was once" said he, "engaged in a
skirmishing party in America; | advanced
too far, was separated from my friends. and
saw three Indians in pursuit of me ; the
horrors of the tomahawk in the hands of
angry savaees, took possession Of my mind.
considered for moment what was TO be
done most of us love life, and mine was
both precious and useful to my family |; l
was swift of foot. and fear added to my
speed After looking back. FOR the coun-
try was an open one. at length perceived
that one of my enemies had ourun the
others. and the wellknown saying of di-
vide and conqner' occurring to me, slack
ened my speed, and allowed him 10 come
up; We engaged in mutual fury. hope
none here (bowing TO his audtorr) will
doubt the result in few minutes he lay
corpse at my feet. In This short space OF
time, the two Indians had advanced upon
me, so ] took again to my hcels-not from
cowardice, can in truth clare-but with
the hope of reaching a neighboring wood,
where / knew dwelt tribe friendly to the
English this hope, however. | was foi ced
to give up for, on looking back, l saw one
of my pursners far before the other. !
waited for him, recovering my almost ex-
hausttd breath. and soon this |, dian shared
the flte of the first. had now only one
enemy to deal with; /; but | felt fatlgued,
and being near the wood, was more de-
sirous to save my own life than TO destroy
another of my fellow-creatures. plainly
perceived smoke curling up amongst the
tees, redonbled my speed, prayed to
heaven, felt assured my prayers would
be granted, hut at this moment the yell OF
| the Indians voice sounded in my ears
even thought felt his warm brea:h--there
was no choice-I turned round
Here the gentleman, who had related the
wonderful stories at first, grew impatient
past his endurance, and called out =
" "Well, sir, and you Killed him, also 2
:" No, sir, he killed me-"
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1863-05-15

When was a boy Of twelve years, !
was working for twenty-five cents week
with an old lady, and tell you had my
hands full; but did my work faithfully.
used to cut wood, fetch water. make fires,
and scrub and scour of mornings for the
old lady, before the real, work Of the day
commenced; my clothes were bad, and l
had no means of buying shoes, so was often
barefooted. One morning ! got through
my work early, and the old lady, who
thought had not done it, or was specially
ill-humored then, was displeased, scolded
me, and said was idle and had not worked.
said had; she called me a liar felt
my spirit rise indignantly against this, and,
standing erect, / told her that she should
never have the chance of applying The
word to me again. l walked out Of the
,h~,se to re-enter it no more. l had not a
cent in my pocket when l stepped out into
the world. What do you think done then.
boysI i met countryman with team.
! addressed him boldly and earnestly, and
offered to drive the leader, if he would only
take me on. He looked at me in surprise.
but said he did not think I'd be of any use
to him. Oh yes, will said l; II can
rub down and watch your horses, and do
many things for you, if you will only let me
try He no longer objected. got on the
horses back. 1t was hard travelling for
the roads were deep, and we could only get
on at the rate of twelve miles a day. This
was, however, my starting point. went
ahead after this. An Independent spirit,
aud steady, honest, conduct, with what
capacity God has given meas he has Civ
en- you--have carried me successfully thro'
The world. eaf@
Don't be down-hearted at being poor, or
having no friends. Try, and try again.
You can cut your way through, if you live,
to please God.
know its hard time for some of you.
You often are hungry, and wet with rain or
snow, and it seems dreary 10 have no one
in the city TO care for you. But trust in
the Lord, and he will be your friend. Keep
good heart, and be determined 10 make
your own way, honestly and truly, through
the world. AS said, l feel for you, be-
cause l have gone through 1t ALL know
what it is. God bless you" aiT as
| The boys were most deeply touched by
this. Shirt sleeves moved most furtlvely
up to the eyes not used to snch motion, and
other boys found it necessary to whisper
| some good joke to one another, IN order TO
prevent any feminine display. The Gen
erals heart was full of compassion. lie
/ was from the people, and he felt for them.
4 His words Of Kindness. and encourage
nent, 10 the newsboys, will not soon be for
gotten by them.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1863-05-15
The LESSON OF THE DAY.-To all re

THE LESSON OF THE DAY.--To all re-
fecting minds the great question OF the wsr,
the test of success, is the patience perse-
verance of the people. War is in its very
nature series of alternate successes and
failures 1T is full of mistakes ali wars
are full of mistakes there are so many
moves to be made the success of which can
not be determined until they are made, and
the result qualities the wisdom in which they
we're conceived There are so many con-
tipgencies all Of which must conspire, that
military operations are slow and dsheart-
enng, until people are educated to the
state of war.-Ree. Hordtio Stebbins.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1863-05-15
Tur N,xr Mox,us RremEsrs-l

The NINE MONTHS REGIMENrs.-lt
is reported that The Vermont nine months
regiments will not be participants in Gen,
Hooker's Campaign, as he desires no reg
iments whose time will expire during his
operations of the Spring and Summer.
They viii, it is said, do duty elsewhere.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1863-05-15

The first regiment of Kansas co'ored
volunteers is now full. and has already
proved its efficiency. A scheme is now on
foot TO raise brigade. Many of the most
influential men are interested in the move
men:, and are using their best efforts to
make i. successful. a
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1863-05-15

The railroad depot at Terre Haute, lndi-
ana, was struck by lightning on the 18th
inst. The agent of the road (Charles
Cochran), who was deaf in one ear, was
knocked from his seat, and rendered for a
few minutes insensible. When he recov-
cred he found his hearing restored.
Polynesian., 1863-04-18
CiyiIifys

Civillty costs nothing so we have been duly in
structed from an early age; but however little ei-
Witty may cost after the habit is acquired, the
civility that has cost nothing is of very little
worth For what is meant by civility! A soft
voice and deferental manner A feeble readiness
to yield in Indifferent matters, and relutance to
give offence cause disturbance! Scarcely So
True civility implies some degree, however small,
of selfsacrifce and self-sacri6ce certainly costs
US something No doubt their is such thing as
pleasure in selfsacrifce, pleasure keener than
can be gained by self-seeking. But such a pleas
is itself evidence of goodness, and must not
be cOnfounded with natural passion or instinct.
1t is the friend of an habitual endeavor to act
kindly by those with whom we have to do, and has
reached maturity after many struggles and con-
ficts. Thus whoever takes pleasure in eiyility has
generally something good in him for the civilty
we mean is not mere superficial politeness-"
candid deal Of courtesy''-the indiscriminate
fawning of spanel-the grimace of an unctuous
imposter; but hearty wish TO make others COM
Portable at our own expense. Of course the wish
may fail when the trial becomes severe. Civility
does not necessarily imply high degree of self-de-
NAL. 1t indicates that the germ of it is there
capable of expansion-and, so far as it goes, is q
virtuous and wholesome habit of the mind.
Polynesian., 1863-04-18
A Luxurious Baronef.

In the London Bankruptcy Court, Sir Alfred D.
Tichborne. BarOnet, of Tichborne Park near Al.
fresfOrd appeared His debts are said to amount
to thirty six thousand pounds, and include sad
dlers bill for one hundred and twenty-six pounds
five shilIings which contains the following items
" August 2, ten suits of best hunting clothing, in
Royal blue kersey faced, and broad scarlet cloth,
complete, ffty-two pounds ten shllings.' There
is also an engraver's bill of hundred and four
pounds twelve shilings, which includes six pounds
fourteen shllings for cigar-case. with monogram.
shirt-maker's bill Of hundred and twenty four
pounds eleven shillings and sixpence, includes
twelve pairs of blue and white silk drawers, twen-
ty-seven pounds; twenty-four pairs of blue and
white silk half-hose, ten pounds four shilings
twelve linen shirts, with cambric fronts, twelve
pounds; eighteen linen shirts, with quilted fronts,
sixteen pounds four shilings; one linen shirt,
with fine dress front, two pounds two shiflings
six night shirts. two pounds eight shillings three
fine cambric puff fronts, with collars, twelve
pounds eleven shillings 1t transpred that the
bankrupts estates, in which he has life interest,
exceed six thousand pounds year in value, and it
is hoped that by judicious management the cred
itors may eventually obtain payment Of their
claims in full.
Polynesian., 1863-04-18
Ghe 4olpllesian.
From the S. F. Bulletin, March H.
Can the Union of the States be Resioreds

Under this head the Richmond Dispatch of Feb
ruary 7th has an article on Vallandigham recent
speech, concluding as follows;
Mr.. Valla adigham makes great mistake in
supposing this to be civil 1t is not civil
war. 1t is sectional war. 1t is war between
two people who are distinct as the Russians
and the Danes, or the Saxons and the Dutch.
Nor do Toe speak The same language. ri The Ian
guage of the South is the English language. The
language of the North is English, Dutch, German,
Spanish-a compound, in word, of every known
language and dialect in the world. The popula-
tion of the South is homogeneous. That of the
North is more heterogeneous than that OF the Aus
trian Empire. The great wonder is, not that the
two sections have fallen asunder at last but that
they held together so long. 1t would be almost
rational to form the whole continent of Europe
into single State, and then expect it to continue
such
Mr. Vallandigham takes up the old geographical
argument of which Gen. Webb used to dilate with
much JUNCTION, and which was adopted by Mr..
Lincoln in his last annual message. Nothing can
form the boundaries it seems, of States but great
landmarks. All the communities living on great
river must belong to the same Government. Ger
tain elevations or natural watersheds control
everything in the direction in which the water from
them flows Any man who knows anything of his
tory and geography knows that this style of argu-
ment is perfectly ridiculous. How many nations
are there on the Rhine How many on the Dam
ube! How many on the Po! Where is the grand
natural division between Spain and Portugall Be-
tween France and Belgium Between Bavaria and
Austria! Between Germany and Russia, As for
the watershed argument, it is sufficient to know
that Switzerland is the watershed of all Western
Europe.
The lines of demarcation arise from the charac-
ter of the people If they hostile to each other
they do not want waters or mountains to separate
them. If they are not, waters and mountains can
not keep them asunder. The idea that this whole
continent is to be occupied by one nation is simply
preposterous. In 5000 years the world has never
ing the same language and enjoying free institu-
tions, all under the same Government. 1t is a
dream of Utopian folly to suppose that it ever can
exist. The separation has begun and it will con-
tinue. America. like the Old World is to be set
tied by many nations. Such is its destiny.
Polynesian., 1863-04-18
Important Resolutions about the Draff---In-
diana aud Mnssa chusett..

In the Indiana House of Representatives, few
days ago, Hon. Bayless W. Hanna offered the fol-
lowing PGsamble and resolutions
Whereas, by the late preliminary report on
the eight CENSUS Of the United States, published
under the authority of the Secretary at the De-
partment of the Interior, 1T appears that the real
population of the State of Indiana, in 1860, was
1850 ,42S, and the population of Massachusetts
was ,23l 900 and,
Whereas. it appears that Indiana has furnish
ed l0270O soldiers under the various calls of the
President for volunteers and by draft: and,
Whereas, the State Of Massachusetts,, as ap-
pears by the annual message of His Exeellency,
Governor Andrew. has furnished but GO 600; and.
Whereas, the draft was rigidly and merciIessly
enforced In Indiana, and is not yet completed in
Massachusetts (; therefore,
BE hresolUed By The General Assembly of The State
of Indiana. That our delegation in Congress be To-
structed to inquire into the causes of such discrim-
iIation in favor of Massachusetts,"
Referred to the Committee on Federal Relations.
Polynesian., 1863-04-18
What's in n Name.
What's in name? We believe that this
pertinent question is asked by


pertinent question is asked by
Miss Juliet
Capuiet,
Who took a dose of heebore,'
and the young lady answers her own question, by
saying that "a rose by any other name would smell
as sweet" Begging the young lady's pardon, how
ever, we would assert that there is great magic
in name, fact which all experience goes to
prove. Call place of amusement, for instance,
theatre, and grave people shun it as they would
the pestilence; call it museum, and they will
flock to it in crowds. Does not this answer the
query, what's in d. namel
If u man is an avowed gambler, he is a wretch
but if he is speculator, he is very honest fel-
low, particularly if he makes money; for success
is the universal criterion by which we shape our
judgment.
"steal' excaims ancient Pistol 6cO for the phrase
Convey, the wise il call"
"If rob man for my benefit" says the sem
tentious Augustus Tomlinson, II commit a dis
honest action but if | say that | am relieving
the necessities CT the poor (meaning my own), I
am performing a praiseworthy deed of benevo-
lence." And who. with modern events before his
eyes, will gainsay Mr.. Tominson's logic?
The taking of human life is characterized as
murder; but the same operation, If styled war, is
legitimate transaction, and makes the difference
between feon and hero. An unmelodious name
is death to an author. Amos Cottle might have
written ike Milton and Byron IN vain; and nobody
would have read Barry Cornwall's productions, if
they had been announced as the works of Mr..
Proctor. Charles Lambs condemned farce turns
upon this point. His hero gets along very we'll
while he is simply known as Mr.. H.. but as soon
his name is found out to be Hogsaesh, the ladies
first, and then all his friends abandon him.
"Phebus! what a name.
To fill the sounding trump of future fame ~
An euphonious name is often sure passport to
success with the fair sex. Who ever heard of
Belleville, or a Montmorency, a Mortimer, or a
Howard, wooing in vain, particularly if they ad-
dressed pretty women with ugly names, and con-
sequently in a fever to change them! The respon-
sibiliy that rests upon fathers and mothers in the
matter of naming their children is great one
but it is sometimes exercised in provoking man.
ner. We remember man in Plymouth county,
Massachusetts, descendant of the pilgrims, who
was named 'After-much- lation-we-enter-into-
e-kingdom-of-heaven Clapp!" This is fact,
and who will now ask in sober earnestness,
+" What's in a name Z"
"Though the should be called a
Though evil called good, would still Opposes
ThOugh gall would be bitter honey its name,
And mouse, chrstened bear, all the
Yet who has not felt the strong power of u word
The magic that thrills when heard ?"
Polynesian., 1863-04-18
No. 81.

sire to make this record If it comes to be under
stood that the views and policy of Messrs Sumner,
Greedy, Wendell Phillips, Ward Beecher, etc..
etc., obtain in the conduct of the war, it will
result in the destruction of our Government and
Union, and triumph for rebellion and slavery.
THURLow WEED.
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1863-03-21
The Wax i'm the South West--A Hniiroa"
Trnin Captured and Rctnken.
LOuliviLLs. KY, Fndsy, MaFch " 70

LoutvLL.. KY, Friday, Mafch w. loO'
The Nashville train yesterday was thrown OIL the
track by guorrillas by distractions four miles above
Richlnnd Station, and not at Woodburn as previously
stated.
The locomotive, tender, aud two express cars
were smashed. The guerras fred into the rear
car containing women aud children. They called
themselves Morgan's men. The passengers returned
the fire, killing one and wounding three guerrlas'
One passenger was slightly wounded.
The guerrilas commenced psroling at the head OF
the train, and took awav officers sde.arms, rifed
their carpet-sacks, &c. The Adams Express safe
was robbed of its contents. part was subsequent
ly recovered. The mail on the train Wac seized,
but was recovered.
The conductor ran back a mile to Stockade.
Soldiers came up at double.quick, recaptured the
train, and drove of the guerras woundng several,
and taking four prisoners. Gen. Brannon and Lieut.
McKee, who were in the rear car, We're neither cap
tured or paroed, but are safe at Nashville.
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1863-03-21

CoRSEIIUs VASDERBILT.-Tbis weeks Me-.
York Illustrated Aers contains capital wood en-
graved portrait Of Commodore Vanderbilt, with a
brief sketch Of his life and character TAis dsiin.
gushed gentleman il tho architect and builder Of Lis
own fame and fortune. To lin the public is princi-
pally indebted for the s'"am marine which is the
pride Of our waters. Hs patriotism has kept pace
with bis enterprise. In single gift to tho Govern
nent, be bestowed vessel worth q million. He
vast wealth does moi induce him 20 assume airs Of
superiority in tie presence Of his ess fortunate iel-
low meu. He las an active mind and bis fno per-
tonal presence shows that time deals gently with
him.