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The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1863-02-19

In an cs.-y written by j. Qutman Mo"re
Of Mississippi, and puoas-had in the Charles
ton Mercury, and re-published rn IA Bows
Review. in 1861, the author, in revilems-.
Of the Democratic pr,uciPrs, --J-
Those pestilent and pernicious dogmas-
.'the greatest good Of the greatest number"
-"The majority shall rule" ARE in their
practical application, the frightful source Of
disorders never to be quieted- PHILOSOPHERS
the most false, and passions the most wild,
destructive and ungovernabie. "In Amer
ica," says the author, "by reason of the op-
grafton Of causes wholly extraneous to the
considerations of Government and society,
the republican experiment has been pro-
longed beyond recorded precedent but
painful as the reflection must be to all such
as subscribed to the Utopian philosophy,
and have an abiding faith in the
capacity If man for enlightened self rule. it
must be confessed that the experiment of
the democratic Republic Of America has
failed" The suthor thus concludes, that,
''the institution Of an hereditary Senate and
Executive is the political form best suited
TO the genius and most expressive of the
ideas Of the South"
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1863-02-19

we say stand by your country! Peace we
want and an honorable peace. and peace We
will have, should it involve the life Of every
rebel aud every negro in the south. We
need not expect any compromise with the
rebels; they spurn 1.-THE copperhcads
whine compromise, it is all bosh-wo had a
compromise. Who destroyed it? answsr
copperheads and ye nigger tyrants.
The shortest road to peacc is a vigorous
prosecution Of ths war and this DO out
watchword
" The Union forever, hurrah boys hurrah,
Down with the traitor, up with the stars.
Aud wen rally round the flag, boys,
Wen rally once again aI
shouting the battle cry Of freedom.
J. WILCOX
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1863-02-19

The 81 Iowa, now doing guard duty in
this city, as is well known, is regiment of
exempts-few, ifAny ofits members being
under forty five years Of age, and many of
them over eighty. Take them all together
they are band of hardy veterans, whom
the exegencies ofthe '.situation'' have fred
with jealous patriotism, well worthy OF
imitation by younges men. But the most
remarkable member Of this regiment is a
private in company H, named Curtis King,
whose history and description is truly GU
rious. He is over eighty one years ofsge,
six feet two inches in height, of brawny and
stalwart frame. barring his bosom to the
cold winds of winter, without endangering
his health, and moving in his rounds of du-
ties with the celerity of a youth of eighteen. :.
Owing to his great age, and the fact of his
being blind of an eye, he found great diff
Guilty, when the regiment was forming in
getting permission to enlist,two or three com,
panies refusing to take him but ne was at
length successful, and since the regiment
has been on duty he has proven one of the
most efficient men in it. He is, and has
been from his youth, a democrat Of the old
Jackson school, and even now INDUCES in
boistrous, invectives against the abolition,
lists. He was born in Culpepper county,
Virginia, and claims to be lineal descend
ant Of Pocahontas and this statement Is
verified by his physiognomy, which be.
trays the characteristics of an Indian. He
has been twice married. (frst when only l9
years OF age and is the father of 81 chill
drcn, one of which was, two weeks since, on
ly fifteen months cd, when it died. He
claims to be able to repeat every word OF
the Bible from the beginning of Genises to
the end OF Revelations, and can neither rcdd
nor write-a daughter having read the book
To him, his wonderful memory enabling him
to retain it after committingit it to memory
The daughter commenced her reading to
him at five years ofage, he being then twen-
ty SIX In 1916 he emigrated to Ohio, re-
sided there twenty-five years, and then re-
moved to Wape!lo county, Iowa, where his
home now is, and where he enlisted. Mr..
Kings family is somewhat celebrated for
longevity, his mother having lived to the
age Of lo3, aad grandfather to los years.
The history of this country is familiar to
him, and his citations Of historical points
and the connection with them. Of great men
who Aourished during latter part Of last GEN.
tury, are wonderfully accurate e-remember-
ing, as he does, Washington, Jefferson,
Randolph, and the Adamses, &C., He has
often seen Washington, and remarked as a
characteristic Of the Father of his Country
that he never saw him smile; that he SEEM
ed to have little sympathy in the enjoy
ments Of other men. The father of Mr.. King
was soldier Of the Revolution.
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1863-02-19
Later from New Orleans.

New YORK, Feb. l4.-The steamer Elm
pire City, from New Orleans 4th, arrived this
evening.
The forces of Gen. Banks, after months
drilling, were in a condition to take the field,
and it was thought forwardl movemen,
would be made at once, to clear out the
whole of the Lafourche country.
On the night of the Sd, q fishing smack
was seized ON the Lake. 1t was bound for
Ponchatrain and had on board a large guam
tity of medicines for the rebels, and also
letters for 40 or 80 leading citizens of New
Orleans, to persons in high authority in the
Confederate Government. l's
The crew who We're in the boat were tried
on the 4th before Judge Peabody, but sem
tenoe was withheld till parties wholhad WRIT
ten letters had been arrested, which General
Banks had ordered to be done at once.
The weather was very cold in New Or
leans.
II was generally believed that Gen. Butler
r.,,rv of WatIo to that city. if not made Sec
'oSafy Va Wal.
The Jews in New Orlcads, an~ :.
the South, ought to be exterminated. They
run the blockade, and are always found tc
be at the bottom Of any mean villainy.
Geo. Cook, Fulton aud Goodrich, the jeff
Davis praying parsons, reached New Orleans
on the Sd inst. They refused to take the
oath Of allegiance and Gen. Banks would
not allow them to land.
The water flows finely through the cut in
front of Vicksburg, and small steamer had
passed through the canal. II it deepens and
widens our fleets can pass; boats leaving
V,cksburg four miles distant. This intelli.
gence frightens the rebels.
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1863-02-19

cvThe best essence " for sick people
-convalescence.
~The shortness Of life is often owing
to the irregularities of tho liver.
ewThe evils from which morbid man
suffers most, are those. that don't happen.
eP-It is more shameful to distrust our
friends than to be deceived by them.
WProfound silence ina public assem-
blage has been thus ueatly described: "One
might have heard the stealing Of pocket
handkerchief"
fH-A Brother minister was making q
lame argument in Presbytery. "Brainerd." /"
said DR.. Beecher, ~ had rathes be before
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1863-02-19

YBy the latest news from Europe we
learn tnat the tiads in petroleum increases
with extraordinary raptdity, and it has be-
come Of great importancc, not only to Eng
land but the continent. The Minister of the
Interior in Belgium. has declared that it is
not to be considered as one of the articles OF
inAammable merchandise to be held essen
tally dangerous.
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1863-02-19

- The Confederate States are much
. suitable design for their na-
"a. A writer declares that the in
3 talent Of the Copfederacy has not
dual to the emergency. and urges Mr..
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1863-02-19
READ READl! READi!l---A
Letter from Memphis, Tenn.

Letter from Memphis, Tenn.
EpIroRs CONSTITUTION !Sirs General
Grant assigned me to duty. as Chaplain in
charge of all the Hospitals in Memphis, on
the 22d inst.
We have four Hospitals, containing about
1000 patients. At Fo,t Pickering thsre are
about 800 convale- cents
have three Chaplails-working nen-to to
ussist ms.
A Hospital for Officers is being fitted up,
under charge Of Surgeon s. B Davis, of the
18th Iowa. Several buildings are being
and we ssp sspss; service for Hospital purposes
to provide for, about the hs'lbS hSa, 0,ovo paae"'S
Gsn. Veatch, Commandant Of the D.-
trict of Memphis, instead of throwing obsta
cles in the way of Chaplains, by saying
i" Chaplains are Of very little account in the
servce,"e-as is done in some Foreign Cou,,
triss-hearrily and nobly seconds our ef-
forts.
We have two places secured for holding
Divine Service, for the benefit of GONZALES
cents and other officers and soldiers who may
choose tn attend service.
We most afsctionately asd earnestly re-
quest Societies, Agencies end individuals to
send us reading matter suitable for sick,
wounded and well soldiers-free from secta.
rian squibs and thrusts-both in English
and German.
We need any number OF English and Ger
man Testaments. These books, papers, &C.,
must be delivered to us free Of expense
Our salaries being reduced, and our expen-
ses being very great, makes that essentially
necessary.
Friends writing to soldiers in tie Hospital
should state their Company and Regiment.
Soldiers leaving hospital, should, immedi-
ately, on arriving at their destination, inform
the Post Master, Slcwai or Chaplain of the
Hospital, which they left, of their Pest Office
address, so that letters arriving At the Hos
pital, may be forwarded TO them.
Friends at home, desiring information
respecting patients in the Hospitals, will be
cheerfully attended to. Respectfully,
w. w. ESTABROOK,
Chaplain 18th Iowa.
P.S.-Gats Cisy, Des Koines Register,
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1863-02-19

He Who is never satisfied with others may
earn, he chooses, that nobody is ever sat-
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1863-02-19
sVBe not the slave of authority il you
think anything Of yourself, think for your
WASHINGTON. Feb. Q, 1868.

sVBe not the slave of authority il you
think anything Of yourself, think for your
self.
The right to be oussed fool
Is safe from all devices human;
It's common (ez ginr'l rule)
To every critter born o'woman.
~ There are minds so habituated to in
trigue and mystery in Themselves, and SO
prone to expect it from others. that they will
never accept ef plain reason for plain
fact, IL it be possible to devise causes fo,
it that are obscure, far-fetched and usually
not worth the carriage.
KATE.
When full day spend with thee,
It scarcely seems an hosr to me;
Yet thoagh no suicide am I,
Nor very anxious au to die,
Ny soul unmoyed the hope surveys.
That Kate may shorten all my days.
He who is never satisfied with others may
learn, il he chooses, that nobody is ever sat.
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1863-07-21
FROM THE SOUTHWEST.
Sherman at Jaekson-.Johnston's
Retreat.
ITO the Cincinnati Commercial

ITO the Cincinnati Commercially
CAIRO, July 10.
The forces under Sherman have occu-
pied Jackson, the capital of Mississippi,
after many heavy skirmishes, in which
prisoners were captured amounting in ell
to about two thousand The advance of
the command is pressing General John
stOn, who is falling back upon Columbus,
Miss, where there are numerous founds-
ries, machine shops, and great quantities of
stores. Il is said the Confederate army
is reduced to 10000 men, in partially
demoralized state.
The feet at Vioksburg has been ordered
to Port Hudson, for what purpose is un-
known.
Many boats are up for New Orleans.
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1863-07-21
DAVID TOD, Governor. /"

Six ToEs OF GOLD REMOVED PROM REB-
IL AND CoPPERHEAD REAoH.-A correspon-
dent ofthe Rochester Union writes from To-
ledo, o. that the fear of ] ohm Morgan's plum
dering raid has so taken possession of the
minds Of capitalists that, with their treas
ures, they are seeking place Of safety.
The available capital Of seven Banks, loca-
ted at Dayton, arrived at Toledo, Ohio, on
Tuesday morning. Over ak tons Of gold, to
say nothing of grosnbaoks, Bank bills, bills
receivable, &C., are now quietly reposing in
the banking Offices and vaults of Toledo,
that had been thus removed. The gold was
worth over g, ,5OO, 900. One cashier inform
ed the writer that it was not SO much from
the fear of Morgan as from the sympathis-
ers with the rebellion in Dayton. The re-
mark was made frequently that rich men
would become very poor sOOn," indicating
a settled purpose to gut the Banks, could an
excuse be found BY the presence of Nor
gan's band. So much for ysIlandigham's
home influence.
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1863-07-21
SPECIAL DLSPATCR RES.
JOHN MOReAN'S RAID.
Morgan Hemmed in at POmeroy.--
Result Of the Engagement
1000 Prisoners Cap
tured.
ITO the Cincinnati Gazette ]

COLUMBUS, July 10.
Morgan's main force reached Chester,
five miles from Pomeroy, on Saturday af-
ternoon, where he was hemmed in by our
cavalry and infantry. All the roads were
barricaded, and the militia had turned out
in force to impede his passage. We had
Hobson moving on him from the East, Ju-
dab from the South, and White and Run
kle from the North and West. The fords
were all guarded by gunbOats, artillery
and sharpshOOters.
About nine O'Clock this forenoon Morgan
was Overtaken near Burlington Island
several miles up the river from Pomeroy,
by the forces under cammsnd Of Generals
Hobson and Judah.
Preparations for fight we're soon made,
by placing our infantry in the center, with
cavalry on both fsnks, altogether forming
a semi-circle in front of the enemy. An
attack was Immediately made, and Morgan
in few moments was compelled to re-
treat in the direction Of the river, when
he hoped to be able to cross over to the is
land but he here found our gunbOats pre-
pared to intercept him. Our land force
lost no time in following and re-attacking
him; this time, aided by the gunbOats,
Morgan's response was not so strong as
was expected, which was doubtless owing
to lack of sufficient ammunition.
After killing about forty of his men, the
balance grew desperate and made a grand
rush, breaking through our lines and
scattering in all directions, seeming as if
each man was taking care ofh individu-
al self.
While they were in retreat we captured
at least one thousand men, including Col
Onel Dick Morgan, brother Of John, and
two other officers of equal rank.
At the latest accounts, the balance Ot
the rebel band were flying up the river in
the direction of Marietta.
Morgan approached the river once since
his defeat, at Burlington Island, but our
gunboats were promptly on hand, and a
second time repulsed him.
Strong hopes are entertained that we
may capture his entire force within the
next twenty-four hours.
This evening, at eleven o'clock, dis
patch was received from Parkersburg,
stating that about nine o'clock a courier
arrived from Beallville, fifteen miles below
the former place, bringing word that Nor
gan was crossing the river at that point
A large force was Immediately dispatch
ed to interseet him, if possible.
Telegraphic communication between
here and POmerOy was suspended yester-
day. There was slight skirmish in the
neighbOrhOOd of the latter place, but we
have learned nothing in regard to the de-
tails.
There is an extremely strong militia
force at Marietta and Parkersburg. Those
at the latter place are preparing to move
down to Beallville and take a hand in the
expected engagement there.
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1863-07-21

HELP THE DRAFTED AND THEIR FAMILIES.
The Philadelphia North American urges
scquieseenee in the mandate which calls for
drafted men to ill the army, and adds the
following cheering, great-hearted words:
"Let us manfully stand by the national
authority, and see that those who may be
drafted comply with the law. If they be
poor, let US put our hands in our pockets and
provide for their families. This is not chari-
ty /; it is not benevolence it is patriotism.
These men who 60 forth to fight for us have
a claim upon all who do not go. They have
a right to look to us to see that their wives
and little ones, their mothers and sisters and
aged parents shall not be suffered to expert
ence want because of their absence. No one
who knows the accustomed .liberality of our
citizens can doubt for a moment that this win
be most cheerfully attended to-"
Let every community be imbued with the
loyal, patriotic benevOlenco of the foregoing
touching appeal.
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1863-07-21

BRUTAL ASSAULT UPON A NEGRO
Last evening between Eve and six O'Clock a
negro barber named Jack Catlin, whose shop
is near the City Hall, was attacked in an un-
provoked manner by couple of Irishmen
who came out of the alley near Fred. Kim
berly's saloon. One of the men attempted
several times to knock the negro down, but
the latter managed to elude the blows. The
man went back into the alley and emerged
with an armfull Of bricks, saying heYwOuld
" xii the d-n niger" The negro had
gone, however, and the man was unable to
carry out his murderOus threat. The above
circumstance shows the feeling which ami
mates the hearts of many in our midst to-
ward an unofending class Of citizens.
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1863-07-21

MILITARY MEETNG'-The Militia Of the
Second District, Fourth Ward, are requested
to meet this evening, at o'clock, to discuss
the prOpriety of raising Volunteer COmpa-
ng of Militia, for the Independent Regiment.
The meeting will be at C. Stevens, corner of
ScoviIle and Harmon Streets. This is the
largest District in the city. There are over
tire hundred persons liable to Militia duty,
sld it would not be ersditabIe to the District
not to join in this most patriotic movement,
to FIJI the Volunteer Regiment.
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We are authorized by Government to collect
300 Bounty,
Tue discharged soldiers, also the widow, Children
"a nghtful heirs Of all deceased soldiers; slsc
Pensions,
which every discharged soldier who Wss DIS
alo ed in the service, is entitled. Also, Pensions
soldiers widows, children, mothers, or OFT h.
sla sisters as they are sevsrally entitled under
le lsW Also,
due discharged soloiers or resigned officers,
p,ompty collected. or eashsd. Also,
Prize Money.
Money due enlisted months men; money
due teamstsrs, and every other class Of clam
growing out Of this or any otherwsr.
We also pay special attention to
PATENTS.
~ Avoid Claim and Patent Agents who
are nOt iseEsed.
We publish "The Soldiers Friend" paper
Of much interest to soldiers and their heirs.-
Send Us your name and stamp, snd We will send
Geopy free; or twelve copies, one each month,
for IS cents.
Apply 20 us in person or by letter, with stamp,
sad yeuT BUSINESS shall have prompt attention.
Fees low, and no charge until after we have Ao-
o1mp ished WhAt We undertake
H. O. G. BRUCE,
Omcs-Lymsn's Block. neET the Court House,
Cleveland, and No. 443 Ninth Street, Washing
ton, D. G. ianSlf
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TKAVELRR3e RRGEsFER
NEw ADvERFIsEmKNFp.

PeltOn B:eei-For Ogdensburgh and OswegO.
Thatcher, Gardner, Burt q Co.-corD, Oats.
W, r Ciarke-willo wdale Farm for Sale
Ret.berg a Hsusman--Black Worsted Embroidery
Braid
Pe.ton Breed--FOr Chicago and Milwaukee.
John G. Crane-To Contractors
Mrs Alletta smith--Eotice.
John c. Crane--Wanted
Perry Infantry-Nolice Of Meeting.
Robert Hanna q Co. Excursion TO Lake Superb
Or--Losal Notice
Baker-Local Notice.
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1863-07-21

ATLANTIC s. GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY.
-Four hundred tons Of railroad iron, fer
laying the bread guage track on the Cleve-
lsni & MahOninE Road from Leavittsburg
to Cleveland, have arrived from Quebec and
Montreal.
The completion Of the work on +" Section
No. !, /" on the Cleveland & MahOning Road,
being that part from the Columbus Street
Bridge to the Old River Bed, has been trans
ferred to the Atlantic & Great Western Com
pany, and the line will be completed to the
Old River Bed by the beginning Of the year.
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1863-07-21
THE POET ON A TRAIN; Oh.
The Romance OF the Railroad.
By the Author OF "Fair Inez," 1.-THE Prince Q
Wales, >" '' The Ghost Hunters, - &C., 90.

By the Author of ',Fair Inez," s'Ths Prince q
Wales, The Ghost Hunters, - &C., 90.
CHAPTER VII-IN THE SLEEPING OAR.
Thick and fsst the shades Of twilight,
We're then fallins all around,
And the 6esutious stars Of evening
In the heavens did abound.
On We sped DER hills an va lsys,
kIyailng 'ightntngtu our night,
hiie our sleepng car was altered
For the comfort Of the night.
But was aot very sleepy,
So sat up that m ght see
All the antics Of the lovers
" no W 70 sitting front Of me.
With ny eyes half closed watched them,
And could not help but smile
As saw them 81 ar hugging
In very loving style.
She her head was gently resting
un bsr manly lovers breast,
While her srH, in lovers fashion
And sIf, words o. love he uttered
In the maid Is lisI9niog ear.
WORDS, tn ugh very interesting,
Snll dare not let you hear.
But cou'd Rot let them rest 80
For With them must have sport,
So with cane he touched them slightly
On their feet, as quick as thought.
Upthey Jumped al in futter,
BotE were shaking some with fear,
While sleeping, was quietly,
Ut at least did 80 apear.
When they saw they we're not injured,
Aud that every hing was right,
DoWn they sat, and then left them
F. 7 the ba lance OF the bight-
Soon TO take q snOOZe lay Gown,
And nothing more did know,
TIL the trim .IrIved at Pittsburgh
AMI wOk in the depot.
[TO Be COETIEUED.l
And we shall also continue 70 give Great Bargains
to all who ral 81 Isaac I-aac'B Union Hall, az We
have On hand the largest and most superb stock
of Ofihshioneble
Spring and Summer Goods,
or Men and Boys wear, that has ever been seen IL
JeVeland, and our stock Of Spring and sumer Ready
Made Clothing surpasses anything in the State. As
[ buy and sell for cash only, wholesale anC retni
purchasers will do well to call at
Isaac A. Isssc's Union Hall,
soie Agency for Of Singer Oelebratsd Sewing
Machines, Storr's AutOmatOn Freshman, and
Strong Patent Army Bed-Trunk-
Corner Superior and Union-8tl.
- Llnok ont F1r the az 4 WIS
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1863-07-21

PAEAsURE EXCURSION TO LAKE SUPERI-
oR.-The elegant side-Wheel steamer City Of
Cleveland, Captain Ben. Williams, will leave
our dock fofSuperior City and all interme-
diate ports on Wednesday, July %, at eight
o'clock P. n, on her Second Grand Pleasure
ExcursioR, Waiting all points Of interest and
passing close to the Pictured Reeks. For
further particulars apply to Robert Hanna
& Co., 169 and III River street. july2l-449
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FROM The EAST.
The Armies in Motion--Lee's Line
of Retreat.
ITO the Cincinnati Gazette.I

10 tne OlnclnnaI GaAeILe.I
PHILADELPHIA, July Is.
The Army of the Potomac is again in
motion. It is evident Lee is not to be al
lowed to retrace his steps toward Richmond
with leisure, and reach his fortified posi-
ton along the RappahannOek undisturbed.
General Meade has the inside track for
every point this side of GordOnsVille, and
wont give it up without a new TRIAL of
strength. Our cavalry have been making
active recOnnOissanees over the river on
the flank Of the retreating rebels, and their
position is well ascertained.
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1863-07-21

ARRESTED ON SUsPICIoN.-Ye esterday after
noon Detective NJ. Gallagher arrested man
calling himself John Campbell, on suspicion
of being a horse thief. Campbell offered
to sell horse to Fred. Kimberly for $50,
which was worth much more than that sum.
The horse was undoubtedly stolen. Camp
bell represented that be came from Guernsey
onnntV.