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The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1863-10-05

Organization of the Government of Vest
pirginia-The CoaJiscafiom Acf-Pyofection
leans.
WASHINGTON, Oct. 4.
The organization Of the State government
of Virginia is now complete. The capital is
temporarily established at Alexandria. The
following are the names of the State officers !:
Francis II. Pierpont, Governor; l.. p. c. Cow
per, Lieut.. Governor; l.. A. Hogans, Secreta-
ry Of State; G. T. Smith, Treasurer; L. w.
Webb, Auditor; F. E. Foster, Adjutant Gen
eral; L. r. Bowden, Adjutant.
The advertisement of rebel property under
the confiscation act are daily on the increase
In Alexandria. The loyal people there are
exceedingly fearful lest some OF the most de-
serving Of the penalty may have their proper
ty protected by fimsy Transfers.
The people of Loudon County are becom-
ing aroused to the necessity of protecting
themselves against guerrillas Measures are
in progress among them, and will also soon
be taken in other districts adjacent, for eff
Gent organization to this end.
Commander Bell, commanding the West
Gulf Blockadlng squadron pro tenn, has in
formed the Navy Department that perniciors
fever has appeared on board the United States
steamers repairing at New Orleans from which
several deaths have occurred. Some of the
cases have been well defined yellow fever and
Others are recognized by the names Of pernic-
ious and congestive fever. He says the disor-
der has not extended rapidly so far, and ex-
presses the hope that the approaching cold
weather will soon check it. The vessels which
have suffered the most are those laying the
longest off the city by the store ship Fear Not,
the tug Halleck, and the sloop-of war Pensa-
cola
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New YORK, Oct 3.
Mexican dates of the 18th ult. state the fact
that Dobledo has been placed at the head of
Juarez's cabinet. He proposes the following
plan: To confine the war to the mountains,
to gather independent men of all parties and
form national party, and to agree to such an
Intervention as proposed in the treaty of Lon
don, adding also the United States, and disown
all political acts now done in Mexico.
Cheapas has given adhesion to the French.
Durango had been attacked by 400 Mexican
interventionists, who were repulsed.
Gen. Uraga is Minister of war and Nurez Of
the Treasury under Juarez.
In consequence Of the American Consul at
Mansanilla accepting an exequator from Joboz,
the opponent Of Juarez, he has been removed
by the American Government, and Minister
Corwin instructed to put another person in his
place. A rumor is prevalent that Minister
Corwin has received his passport, but Mexican
papers do not allude to such step.
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Items From Southern Sources.

FORTRESS MONROE, Oct L.
The Richmond Examiner of the Sd inst. has
been received. 1t contains the following dis
patches:
Charleston, Oct. 2.-Heavy firing was kept
up during last night. The enemy's move
ments on Morris Island indicate permanent
more than immediate operations. Two mont
tors are kept close to the island doing picket
duty. There has been but little firing to-day.
atlanta, Sept. 30.-Gen. Bragg has consent
ed to exchange the wounded with Gen. Rose
Grams. Affairs are unchanged at Chattanooga.
Gen. Rosecrans receives his supplies by wagon
trains from Stevenson. The runor that Rose
Grams supplies we're cut of was not credited,
Rosecrans is confined to his works around
Chattanooga, our lines extending TO the river
above and below him. His defenses are strong,
and thought to be SO superior that no assault
will be made
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OssEourEs.-Funerai soiemnities were held
at the residence Of Rev. DR.. Dwight yesterday
afternoon, over the remains of his deceased
wife. The house was thronged, and hundreds
went away, unable TO obtain entrance. Among
the throng present, was large delegation Of
ladies from the various charitable societies in
our city, Of which societies the deceased had
always been an active and efficient member.
Their sad and fearful counfenances bespoke
their sorrow for the heavy loss sustained. 1t
was, truly, a solemn occasion, and every heart
was saddened.
Rev. Professor Harris of the Bangor Theo-
sogical Seminary, who had filed the pulpit of
DIR. Dwight during the day, opened the exer-
cises by reading portion Of the scriptures,
and reading hymn. The hymn was sung by
the choir, which, tor twenty-five years, had
been associated with the deceased in the Con-
ference room and at the Prayer meetings of
the Sd Church. Rev. DR.. Carruthers, of the
I'd Church, then made some remarks touching
the character of the deceased, paying a de-
served and beautiful compliment to her bright
and shining virtues. and closed the services by
fervent prayer that the sad event might be
sauctifed to all for their spiritual aud ever
lasting good.
The remains of Mrs. Dwight viii be taken
to Philadelphia this morning, to be deposited,
as is the custom of the family, In the family
tomb of her late deceased father.
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THE STEREoPHAN AT MECHANICS HALL.

The STEREOPHAN AT MECHANICS HALL
Tomorrow evening, as will be seen by adver-
tisement commences a series of novel and in
tellectuai entertainments, to which we have
already referred, and which during the past
1--WE weeks, in Rockland, Belfast, Bangor, Au-
gusta and Bath, have been attended by large
and sppreciating audiences. We doubt not
our citizens will avail themselves of the oppor-
tunity thus presented of visiting the art gale
ries Of the old world, mountains and valleys,
ancient ruins, palaces and monuments, scenery,
the objects of especial interest in nature and
art, described by the poets pen, depicted by
the painters brush or pencil, and chiseled out
of the shapeless marble by the sculptor.
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spectacle will only remain four more nights,
when it will be withdrawn. 1t has met with
great success, and it has merited all the APP
plause bestowed upon it, for more glittering
and bewildering tableau of beauty has never
been seen In our city. We observe by the ad-
vertisement that there will be no extra charge
for reserved seats, which we think Is a wise
move. Of course the piece is attended with
more expense than ordinary theatrical exhibit
lions, the scenery and effects being of costly
character; but our citizens are accustomed to
fifty and twenty-five cents and they will read
lily pay that and Manager Myers will be ben
Gifted in the end. Go by all means and see
the Fairy Spectacle Of the Seven Sisters.
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YOUNG RAsCALs.-Mr. Andrew Cram of
Aorrill's Corner came into the city yesterday
afternoon to attend the meeting at Mechanics
Hall. He left bis horse and wagon standing
in front Of the hall. Two lads took the team
to drive round the city; but the horse going
rather faster that they could guide him, they
jumped from the wagon, and the horse left to
himself brought up near the head of Pearl
street, alter upsetting the wagon and breaking
the bolt The police we're on the track of the
young rascals last evening.
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Row.-There was quite row Friday night
at the Bite" in Hancock street A very large
number OF individuals. led by some rowdies,
made an attack on the house of Mr.. Mattocks,
and completely demolished all the front win
dows- The police officers interfered with the
gang and arrested two Of them, Thomas Cor
field and Michael Landrigan, who are said to
be the leaders in the row, and committed them
to the lookup.
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Burning of Steamer Robert Ca,np6eL-Frons
Ltttle Rack, Ark.-Sackfn0 Of Br0scnriilc
bu GuerriAQs.

Burning Of Steamer Robert CampbeL-Frons
Little Rack, Ark.-Sacking of Bro,cnrille
by Guerriilas.
CAIRO, ILL.,, Oct 8.
Steamer Robt. Campbell, from ST. Louis for
Vicksburg, was fired by incendiaries Tuesday
forenoon near Millikens Bend. The flames
spread SO rapidly that the passengers were
forced to jump overheard before the boat
could be got to the shore. Seventy-two are
known to have been lost, including Lieut..
Perrll Of the Sth Missouri regiment, N. I.
Curtis, of the 18th Iowa, H. w. Thompson, of
the Both Ill.,, Roberts, of the 33d Ohio, Clyner,
I'd clerk of the boat, and Mrs. Sarah Hamilton.
Advices from Little Rock to the 25th ult.
state that over 1000 Arkansas Unionists have
Joined our army at different points.
Two newspapers have been revived at Little
Rock.
The railroad between Duval's Bluff and Lit
tie Rock is in charge of Col. Meade, brother
OF Gen. Meade.
Steamer Liberty" with POO bales Of cotton
has arrived from below. Among the passen-
gers is Col. Weldon, of Gen. Grants staff,
bearer of dispatches.
The incendiary of the steamer Campbell is
believed to be white man painted black, who
left the boat above Milliken's Bend.
The Memphis Bulletin of the LIST says
band of guerrllas entered Brownsville, broke
up religious meeting, secured all the young
men and negroes as conscripts, and robbed
the place OF all its valuables. Federal cavalry
from Fort Pillow are pursuing the marauders.
Nickerson's guerrillas are conscripting in
the neighborhood of Panville.
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NEW YORK, Oct s.
Cotton-more active and la2c better; sales at S5d
SO for middling uplands.
Flour-State and Western dn and easy and Sc
lower; Superfne State 90 g s 30; Extra do so a
s 60; choice do 20 a s So; Round Hoop Ohio 05
q s 25 choice do 80 a rs; Superfne Western
100 a 30 Common to good extra Western 90 IS
9 10; southern scarcely so firm mixed to good
500 a 6 15; Fancy and Extra so Q1 s 90; Canada
dull and DC lower; common extra 60 a IS; extra
good to choice 80 a Z so.
Wheat-1d2c lower; Chicago Spring l 70 "a / IL ;
new do % a %: Milwaukee Club IA a | 81
Iowa Amber "a a ! 20 for old and new, the latter
ma outside price; red Winter Western / % a "a;
Amber Michigan 81 q IS for old and new; extra
choice 40.
Corn-1c better, with active demand. chiefly spec
ulatiye; mixed Western shipping IS G s9ic afoat.
aud 80! a gle in store Eastern 81 "a S. white West
ern 90; yellow do 81.
oats-active and firm; Canada IS q 20; Western
60 "a 70; State II a 70.
Beef-dull; mes3 80 a 90; prime 90 a 90;
repacked Chicago 10 so q II so; prime 20 90 q
22O0.
Pork-irm and more active: Mess 10 90 for old,
and IA Is for new; prime 10 Is a 10 so for new !;
western prime mess 10 80 "a IA so for new.
Sugars-frm; Porto Rico l3i; Muscovado II a l2i
Coffee-steady
Molasses-steady.
Frcghts to Liverpool-dull: Flour Is Cd; Grain 81
a Cd for Wheat in bulk and ships bags.
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LOUISVILLE, Oct. 4
special dispatch to the journal from
Nashville, dated the Sd, says McKinvie was
attacked at noon to-day. The result is I'M
known, but fight was progressing when the
communication was interrupted. The rebel
cavalry are reported crossing the Tennessee
at Washington.
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NASHVILLE. TENN. Oc'

NASHVILLE, Tenn, Oct. 4.
The Press of to-day says terrible explosion
occurred near Bridgeport. A train Of twenty
army wagons, laden with ammunition, had
camped near that place for the night Two
negroes got into quarrel, one of whom seized
shell which he accidentally let fall among
the ammunition, causing it to explode and set
ting fire to the other ammunition. Immedi-
ately wagon after wagon caught fire, the
teamsters and attendants flying for their lives.
Later reports say nine or ten persons were
killed and double that number wounded. The
fire finally reached the magazine, exploding it
and destroying vast quantity of ammunition.
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nI-It will be seen by q notice in our ad-
vertising columns that all drafted men who do
not report at the Marshals office on or before
the 10th of October, will be considered and
treated as deserters, and if examined after
that time and passed, will be held to personal
service
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GRAND CoScERT.-It will be noticed, BY
advertisement, that We are to have q grand
concert at new City Hall Thursday evening.
on which occasion Madame Camille Ursa. the
gifted viclinist, assisted by Gilmore's Band.
will appear. That it will be something rich
we cannot doubt
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From CkUrTesfOn.

FORTRESS MONROE, Oct 3.
U. ). steamer Massachusetts arrived here
to-day from Charleston Bar last Wednesday
night. Our works on Morris Island were
progressing rapidly. The rebel batteries shell
our workmen constantly. But few casualties
were reported. Gen. Gilmore occasionally
shells Forts Sumter and johnson. One mont
tor keeps Fort Mouitrie quiet
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FREsH STRAwBERRIEs.-Weh had exhibited
to us Saturday some large fresh Strawberries
OF the Wilson Albany species, which were
cultivated by Mr.. J. f. Leavitt, on the Smith
and Brown farm ia St John street, in the
open air. They looked as nice as any straw
berries we have seen this year.
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NEW YORK, Oct. 4.
An army of the Cumberland dispatch to
the Herald, dated Sd, states the prospect of
success is good. If the enemy make an at
tack he will be badly defeated. There is no
cause of alarm from rebel flank movements.
The enemy is in sight, and skirmshing con-
it.
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SUIcIDE.-Miss Mary L. Cole, young lady
about 20 years Of age, daughter of Mr.. Wash
ington Cole, of Paris, residing in the family
of her uncle Mr.. James Robinson, committed
suicide by drowning herself near the foot of
Park street yesterday morning, while in state
of alteration OF mind.
The deceased had been at work at the Ca
hoon factory for nearly year, and left the
place last Wednesday evening quite unwell,
so much SO that physician was called to at
tend her. Between that time and Saturday
night she had manifested symptoms of insanity.
Sunday morning, at An early hour, she was
heard to get up and go down stairs, but moth
ing further was heard from her. A writing
was found on the table in the dining room
signed by her, saying that she was going away.
About o'clock in the morning the body was
discovered 10 the dock near Cummings wood
yard by lad, who informed the policemen In
that neighborhood, and by them the body was
removed to the police Office, where it was soon
identified
Coroner Hall held an inquest and the verdict
Of the jury was, drowning herself when in q
derauged state Of mind.
The body was delivered to her friends, and
will be taken to Paris, where she belonged, for
interment
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burning of Steamers and Reported Loss of


Life.
ST. LOUIS, Oct. 4.
Steamers Chancellor, Forest Queen and
Catahoula were burned at Bee Leyee this af-
ternoon. The two latter were entirely de-
stroyed. The hull and machinery of the for
mer were saved. They were valued at $751;
600. Amount OF insurance is not ascertained
The fire was the work of an incendiary. Sew
eral lives are reported lost, but nothing def
mite is known at present.
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ASSIGNEES' SALE
Saw Mills. Mill Sites, Timber,
Land. &c.

IN the premises at Sheet Harbor, County Of Hail.
" mx, on wednesday, the 18th Of October next,
ct IL O'Clock M III not previously disposed OF q
private sale AZ the Land, Land covered with water,
Mills and Mil privileges, formerly belonging to
Nessrs. McFarlane Co.. situate at the East 6rsnch
$50 calledl of Sheet Harbor in the county Of Ha1x
The property consists of about 1000 Of Timber
Land. upon which are campo and dana for stream
driving; also. Mill with single saw and shingle
machine. situate about I've miles from the Harbor;
also, about 20 acres Of Land ct the mouth Of the
River, upon which there is . wharf and store, asmal
unfinished cottage, and cook house.
Also, small piece of Land ut the mouth Of the
river, upon which the large mill stands. This 10 sub
Ject to ground rent of $40 per annum- This mill
contains single saw and gang and edger and trim
mer; also lath maehine and Is capable Of cutting
rom ~ 70 rs thousand feet of lumber per day.
Also large number of Logs on the stream and in
the Lakes to be sold by the thousand feet and scaed
as they lie.
Terms-a deposit Of ten per cent on the property
being knocked down; balance to be paid on compile
ton Of the title For further particular apply TO
w. N. GRAY, 139 Hollis street. Haiihx.
sept22 tOctl0 AssiFnees.
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BEFORE WIN. H CLIFFORD, ESQ.
The examination ia the case of Daniel b.
Smith, of Sidney, charged with advising
drafted men not to make their appearance al
the place Of rendezvous, was concluded GA
Saturday, and he was held in the SUM Of $2oo
for his appearance at the U. 5. DISTRICT Court
on the arst Tuesday of December
The further examination in the case Of John
A. Phillips, OF Bangor, was postponed to-day
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Notice,

A hearing will be had before the Mayor and Al
N dermen, at the Aldermen's Room. on Monday
evening next on the application of the Portland
& Forest Avenue Railroad" to change the location
Of said road from Paris street to and through
Green Parties interested may be present and
be heard. j. Nj. HEATH, City Clerk.
Portland Sept. %, 1863. sept90 edtd
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Canal Bank.

THE Annual Meeting of the Stockholders of
Il Canal Bank, for the choice of Directors for the
ensuing year. and for the transaction of such other
business as may legally come before them, will be
held at their Bank on MONDAY. October 8, 1863, at
IL O'Clock A. NJ BY order of the Directors.
W. W. THOMAS, President.
Portland, 10, 1868. sep2l dtd
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u At e RS A BOUT TOWN.
United States Circuit Court.

CLIFFORD, j., PRESIDING.
SATURpAY.-SamuelW hidden and wife vs.
Inhabitants of Hiram
This is an action to recover damages tlaia
at s10,00o) fer inj uries sustained by the vile
in consequence of defects ia 3 bridge belong
ing to the defendant town ihree or tour
witnesses were examined on the part of plain
tiffs, when Court adjourned to Monday morn
ing. c. K Aver,
Fessepdeu 81 Butler Howard e. Strout
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Church Organ for Sale.

VERY low If soon applied for, made by Hook.
has been but little used and is in perfect order,
has two manuals, sub-bass &C., is very compact oc-
cupying but little space, and contained In q very
neat case Apply to CHAS. ii. MCCLELLAN.
Bath, Sept. 2Sth, 1858 sep30 isd2w
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To Let.

LNOUR OFFICES. single or in suites, over Stores
IL Nos. l52 and 15& Exchange street, opposite the
International House. Apply on the premise: to
oc2 diff T. 3. HATCH.
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International Rank.

fINHE Annual Meeting of the Stockholders of THU
Il Bank will be held at their rooms, on Monday
October 9th, at 10 o'clock A. IT,, for the choice o
Directors and for the transaction of any other bust
ness that may properly come before them
BY order of the Directors,
WE GOULD, Cashier.
Portland, Sept. 81, 1863. eodtm
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Sailing of the Vanderbilt

NEW YORK, Oct. 4.
The Vanderbilt sailed from Rio Janeiro
Aug. 22d on cruise.
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AUCTION SALES.
Dwelling and Land on Cumberland
Street mt Auction.

On Thursday, October 8, at IL NJ, on the premises
VIII De sod the House and Lot No. 70 Cumberland.
between Locust and Smith streets. This house u
the most thorough manner. 1t contains nine good
size rooms, conveniently arranged gas tbrou si,ouf
good furnace, with hard and soft water in sbund.
ance. 1t is in all respects of the most desirable
residences on the street. Can be examined At spy
time previous to sale. Lot about 30x90. sep2o
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Notice,

II HAVE this day given my son, CHARLES H.
L NASH, his time to trade and act for himself not
holding my self responsible for any of his debts, or
claiming any of his earnings, from and after this
date. SAM'L A. NASH.
Portland, Sept. 2s, 1868. sep2s div
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Sfare G0r Sale.

TINE four-story brick Store in Free Street.-The.
Il in the Free Street Block-next east Of Toford O.
Enquire of H. T. MACHlN, Gait Block, or
ap9istf p. BARNES, SAL Middle Street.
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From ChattanOoga-Erchang of Wounded
Prisoners-Rebet FOUNDED and
Deceased Officials not aitotced to be ReDaor-
ed-BedrinJ of ReiDnOtd's Troops in the
Battle.
CINCINNATI, Oct. 4.
A special dispatch to the Commercial, dated
Chattanooga, Sept Both, says 200 ambulances
sent within the enemy's line under flag of
truce brought in over 500 of our wounded.
While in the enemy's hands they had nothing
to eat but corn bread. The rebels treated
them very kindly, expressing their regrets
that they could not provide better food. They
refuse to permit the bodies of wounded or de-
ceased officers to be removed. The enemy
holds flfty-two of our surgeons as prisoners of
war. Our ambulances returned to the rebel
lines with the wounded who fell into our
hands. Both armies are busy terrifying. The
pickets are within a stones throw of each
other. 1t is asserted that the newspaper re-
ports of the battle causes considerable indig-
nation among the troops. The statement that
Reynolds and Brannis' divisions were thrown
into disorder is incorrect. / learn from Gen.
Thomas that the obstinate bravery of these
commands of the army insured its safety.
Our wounded are well cared for and comfort
ably situated.
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Portland Mutual Fire Insurance
COMPANY.

fuNHE Annual Meeting of the Portland Mutual Fire
Il Insurance Company for election of officers will
be held at their office, No. D2 Middle Street, on
MONDAY. October 8, at u o';lock 2. NJ.
Per order EDWARD SHAW, Secretary
Sept Is. d3w
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Portland PrOvident Association.

f1NHE Annual Meeting OF this Society will be hold
Il en- in the Street COMMISSIONER office, on Myrtle
street. Thursday evening Oct. Sth. at O'Clock. A
full attendance of members is earnestly requested.
Persons who pay one dollar more annually are
considered members. o. p. TUCkERMAN,
oc2 dtd General Agent
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Portland Benevolent Society.

TINE Annual Meeting of the Portland Benev olent
Il Society will be held at Office of the Portland
Five Cents Savings Institution No. l02 Middle street
on Wednesday. October l4th, at o'clock p M, for
the choice of officers
MARTIN GORE, Secretary.
Portland, Sept 30, 1868
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Annual Meeting.
Manufacturers and Traders RAM

Manufacturers and Traders Bank.
THE stockholders of the Manufacturers and Ira
L ders Bank are hereby notified that their Annual
Meeting will be held at their Banking Room on Mon
day. the 9Th day of October next, at three o'clock
r. NJ, for the choice OF Directors for the ensuing
year and the transaction of such other business as
may legally come before them.
BY order Of the Directors
septletd EDWARD GOULD, Cashier.