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Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1863-07-10
BIRDS AND THEIR UsEs.-The following
facts, derived from correct sources of inform
alton, are important in the consideration Of
the question how to get rid Of the worms

Baron Won Tschudi the we'll known Swiss Naturalist
saws Without birds successful agriculture is mpossi
BILE" They annihate in few months greater num-
Der OF destructive insects than human hands accom-
psh in the same number Of years. Among the most
useful birds for this purpose may be cassed the swallow,
Wren. Robin RedbTeass TtmOuse, Sparrow aud Finch.
neghbcr and rid the in few hours Of innumerabe
lice A Robin Redbreast killed in the neghborhOod Of
ZOO nies In hour pair Of Night Swallows destroy
ed in hfteen minutes an immense swarm Of gnAts. A
pair OF wrens eew thirysx times In hour with in
seots in their bills to theTnest He considers the Spar
row very important pair OF them carrying 10 single
day 800 worms caterpiars TO their nest-eerAinly
good compensation for the few cherries which they pluck
from the trees The generality OF small birds carry TO
insects worms snails, spiders, &c Sufficient interest
should be manifested by all TO prevent the discharge OF
Are arms IN the vicinity OF orchards vineyards and dow
er gardens a. thereby The useful birds become fright
ened
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1863-07-10
FROM THE EIGHTH REGIMENT.

The Newport News has full report Of the
casual ties Of the Derby company B in the
fight at Port Hudson, June a. We copy
the letter
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1863-07-10


special dispatch to the Tribune, dated
Columbia, Penn, 2nd says the battle was re-
newed this morning and continued until 4
o'clock. Our forces were gaining upon the
rebels, when our messenger left the field
Since o'clock the firing has been much hea-
vier ana more rapid indicating general en-
gagement Gen. Lees forces are said to be
concentrated four miles northeast of Gettys-
burg.
This afternoon Gen. Sedgwick's corps is
reported pressing upon the rear of the enemy.
The reported burning of Gettysburg by the
rebels is untrue. Only two buildings were
destroyed by shells, in the suburbs
Gen Reynolds fel early in the battle while
placing his men in position. lie took pains
that no one should know that he had received
his death wound. until he had ridden some
distance out Of the action, when he quietly
got of HE horse and announced that ne was
seriously wounded, and directed Surgeon to
be sent for.
The Tribune's special dispatch says Gen.
Meade, in telegraph received to-day, says ;
that all Appearances last night indicate that
there will be a pitched battle between the
two armies to-day. Yesterday, Hill and
Ewell fought two Of our corps and Long
street. with whom was Lee, also appeared to
Be endesvorins TO get into the setiou.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1863-02-09

WASHINGTON, Feb. THE president to-
day nominated to the senate, for confirmation,
brigadier generals Milroy, Oglebry and Will
cox to be major generals, and colonel Armo-
ry, of the 18th Mass, to be brigadier gem
era.
Maj. Gen. Burnside was to-day examined
by the committee on the conduct of the war;
and was afterwards accompanied by them to
each house Of congress, where he was warm
ly welcomed privately by the members.
WAsHINGToN, Feb. SIN compliance with
the request of the house of representatives,
another large mass Of documents relative to
Mexican affairs have been communicated to
that body. They will probably cover thou
sand printed octave pages, and form a history
of events connected with that republic for the
last six MONTHS including the diplomacy of
France, England, the United States and Mex
leo. 70 these papers the charge de affairs of
Mexico Mr.. Romero, has so largely contribut-
ed, that secretary Seward officially expresses
to him his thanks for keeping him so fully
advised. In one of the dispatches Senior
Romero says the Mexican government has
treated all of the French prisoners with
SO much kindness as to surprise even
their own friends. He further informs Mr..
Seward that if there are many deserters from
the French army it is because they are con-
WINGED of the injustice Of the war. Those who
have come desire to become citizens of Mexi-
co and betake themselves to peaceful occupa-
tons. Mr.. Romero does not neglect to re-
mind our government ofthe danger to the en-
tire American continent in the possible event
of French success in Mexico. This faithful
and much respected representative of that re-
public promptly brought to the notice of our
government the conduct Of commodore Bell
at Acapulco and elsewhere on the Pacific
coast, showing that that officer had manifested
Partially for the French, departing from the
principles of neutrality, and seriously inter
tering with the maritime pursuits of the Mex
leans. The navy department has admitted
that the cause of Mr.. Bell has been such as
to warrant the severe charges brought against
him, and promised a remedy against a repeti-
ton of like offences.
Capt Pennock, in announcing to the navy
department the destruction by fire ofthe gun
boat Glide, at Cairo, says he expects to recov-
er her guns and machinery.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1863-02-09
From the south,vest.

CAIRO, Feb THE light draught gunboat
Glide was destroyed by fire this morning. The
boat guns, and machinery are total loss.
The cause of the fire is unknown.
Vicksburg letters of the 3ld ult say that
the largest possible force will be kept at work
night and day upon the canal until it is COM
peted. 1t must be wholly cut, the required
width and depth, it having been demonstrated
that no reliance can be placed on it, the wa
ter washing it out Some weeks must elapse
before the completion of the works. Troops
from above continued to arrive.
CHICAGO, ILL, Feb. IA special Cairo
dispatch to the Tribune says dispatch from
Memphis announces the arrival of the steam
er Adeline from Vicksburg. The ram Queen
of the West ran the blockade Monday morn
ing at daylight A hundred heavy siege guns
opened on her as she steamed past A rebel
steamer also opened fire on the Queen, which
replied to and crippled the rebel steamer.
The Queen was under fire three quarters Of
an hour
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1863-02-09
From KentuclzY md tennessee.

NASHVILLE, Feb. 7.-Our victory over the
rebels at fort Doneson was complete and de-
cisive Col. Lowe of the 9TH Iowa was in
command of the forces at the fort When
our informant left l45 rebels had been buried,
100 prisoners were taken, and more were be-
ing brought in. The rebels retired toward
Charlotte.
Ten wooden buildings, part of the foundry
OF L. W. Brennan in this city, used formerly
as a mandatory of confederate cannon,
were destroyed to-day by citizen soldiers
Under the floor about fifty 36 pound shell
were discovered.
LOUISVILLE, Feb. IA dispatch from Glas-
gov, Ky, dated the 9th inst, says the rebels
under Ferguson and Hamilton are across the
river, and are carrying off citizens and COM
hitting all sorts of depredations
louisville, KY, Feb. 6.-Rumors, not
traceable to any authentic source, prevail that
Morgan's force in Kentucky contemplate a
raid ON Lexington, and the bankers and bust
ness men there have gathered their money
and valuables, preparatory to making an es-
cape. 1t has also been reported that Shelby
vile, Tenn, has been captured by the federal
troops.
NASHVILLE, Feb. 6.-Gen. Davis division,
with cavalry and artillery has been sent to
intercept the rebels who attacked fort Donel-
son under Gen Morgan. One hundred and
thirty-five rebels were buried there by our
men. The rebel general Forrest was wounded
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1863-02-09
U. S. Forces off Galveston


MUREREEsBoRo, Tenn, Feb. 60 Maj.
Gen. Hallect, General-in- Chief:-The rebels
Wheeler, Forrest Wharton and Woodward
made an attack on fort Donelson yesterday, at
2 p NJ, with 1000 men and s pieces of artil-
lery. We had 800 men in the fort under Col
A. c. Harding. The rebels charged the for
tifcations several times, but were repulsed by
our artillery and infantry with great loss The
enemy, as usual, before and after the fight
demanded surrender, and offering to spare
life if accepted, &c. Col. Harding replied
that he was ready for all the consequences.
The enemy's loss in killed was over 100, in
prisoners 800. Col. Lowe, from fort Henry,
is pursuing them, and others are sent to in
tercept their retreat. Our loss was u killed
and 80 wounded. w. S. RosECRANs,
Major GanaraI
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1863-02-09
From Fort Monroe.

FORTRESS MONROE, Feb 6.-The hospital
ship Euterpe, Capt. Joseph Aney, has arrived
here, only 4S hours from Newport, r. l. The
steamer Ericsson has arrived at Hampton
Roads. The steamboat Thomas A. Morgan,
Capt. Blim, made her trip to-day from York
town. The storm prevented her from doing
so yesterday; she brought to fort Monroe toy
day three deserters from the Both Virginia
cavalry.
FORTRESS MONROE, Feb. 1.-THE flag of
truce boat New York, left this afternoon for
City Point with 80 rebel prisoners. Captain
ludlow sent up on the boat large supply of
clothing and medical stores the comfort of
the Union prisoners in and about Richmond.
On the return OF the New York, we expect
from 500 to 900 Union prisoners to arrive.
The storm has entirely cleared away. and
the telegraph cable will soon be repaired.
No arrival yet from the blockading fleet off
Charleston.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1863-02-09

PHILADELPHIA, Feb. THE Sunday
Transcript has dispatch from Washington,
which says there is no enemy in force at
Fredericksburg. Most of the rebel soldiers
have been sent to the Blackwater or to Vicks-
burg, the only force left behind being about
10000 men-an ample number to prevent the
passage Of the Rappahannock the present sea-
son.
From deserters and Others it has been as
certained that the rebel railroad communca-
tons are perfect. In two and half hours the
army of the enemy can be transported from
any point in the south to Fredericksburg, so
that they can well afford to spare great body
OF their army from our front.
Nothing Of Importance is expected from
Vlcksburg for at least thirty days. 1t will
take that time to complete the canal and to
bring our forces eftectually to bear against
the rebel strongholds. 1t may be, however,
That circumstances may precipitate battle,
nut the general impression is that it will re-
qulre a month at least to capture the place.
The Philadelphia Sunday transcripts ''dis-
patch says also: During the past week the
president determined upon calling Gen. Nc
Clellan to the command of the army again.
Upon the announcement being make in cab
met council there was Il great furry, secreta-
ry Chase at once threatened to resign, as did
also the rest of the radical members of
the cabinets for this and other reasons he
determined to make no change for the present.
Within two weeks, however, there is scarcely
doubt but that the command of the army
will be rendered to Gen. Mcclellan. The
appointment of Gen. Hooker to the command
Of the army of the Potomac is merely tempo
rary 1t was made against the judgment of
the president and even of the Spprptarv of
war; His solderly qualities are not doubted,
but his ability to handle such an immense body
is seriously questioned by his friends
This dispatch" Of the Philadelphia Sun
day Transcript is evidently the production of
romancer. He seems to have felt very live
ly Saturday night; but probably had an UNI
ounilOrEaUle neadache, Sunday morning, after
his exciting experiences of the night were
over.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1863-02-09

NEW You'd Nah & fpho IT -
Southampton Ian ood hos nIansS' IRON T,
shin william Mitchell fron Nv We "r,i1eu. me
being boorded Ian ! 81 0 hu "niPoa' reports
steamer in search Of tho Ai:hon ieuG rs war
marine cable betyeer GoaliaUi r,d ~ ne SUI SUI
pani. 200 miles has hoon "au i Ie Ira"
The French monthly EASTERN T m,ai, i''iu, a.
goth ult for MarseiIies ton,, amt ea ~, o 1ro
storlino, IT, 4 Lli: 'ooS OUT 1ofo'ooo
from the Frencb Cooli,, Ti .'e
large and continuous ''" yum" eApe''''ion are
Nanoleon received tl,o pr,,s.;or ,,hos..5,u
in grand stata Tbo ru'ei"n % .I
sador dwell mon tbo ELL. Se .'l'y't
;n,, Lot,,', '"0 AieI,uly IelalloilS eAist-
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1863-02-09
The Missouri senntorsb,D.

JEFFERSON CRY, Feb. I'm the joint SEES
sion OF the Missouri legislature, to-day, to
choose U. 5. senator, there was cpnsdera-
Die maneuvering. On the 22d ballot, Mr..
Brodhead was withdrawn, and Mr. Breckin-
ridge renominated, and the voting was with
the following result Breckenridge 90 Phelps
A, Brown 43, scattering 4. Previous to the
24th ballot, the name of Mr. Breckenridge was
withdrawn, and Mr.. Glover was renominated.
Judge Clover and John w. NOEL were also
nominated. The ballot resulted as follows
Phelps 45, Glover Al, Brown 80, Clover 4.
NOEL 8; necessary for choice 6S.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1863-02-09
S..T.-186 Ok
Plantation Bitters
THE PURGST AND MOST EFFECTUAL TONIC AND
MokNING APPETIZER THE WORLD HAS
EVER PRODUCED.
The Sovereign Remedy for DyspepsiaI


This Medicine will not "cUre all Diseases but il in
tehuedto De SPECIFIC FOR SrOMAOHIC DRRAHGEMENT
And we are confident that any ordinary case of Dys
pepsa' Liver Complaint Nervous Affection, Sour stom
aeh, Loss of Appetite, Nervous Headache DIarrhOa
Sinking, Weakness, Mental Dependency &C. can be
cured by the Plantation Bitters.
That you may judge of its efficacy we publish list Of
some Of the articles used in its preparation:
CALIsAYA BARK-Celebrated for over two hundrod
years in the treatment Of Fever and Ague Dyspepsia
weakness, &C II was introduced into Europe In 1870
ana was sold to the Jesus the price Of lis
own weight in silver. humboldt special mention
OF ITS medicinal qualities. in his 'Souh American Tray
els IN B.-For full description Of this Justly cele.
Drated bark see U. s Med. DsDensatOry)
CAsCARILLA 3ARK-For Diarrhea, Collie and Diseases
Of the Stomach and Bowels.
DANDRLIoE-For Inflammation Of the Loins and Dron-
steal Affections. w P
CHAAohILE FLOwBRs-For Enfeebled Digestion
LAVENDER FLowERs-ArOmatic, stimulant and tonic:
highly invlgoratinR in Nervous Debility.
MIhrERGREEN-FOr Scrofula rheumatism &c
AEIsk-An aromatic carminative creating flesh mus
Gle and milk; much used by mothers nursing.
Also Glove buds orange, carraway, coriander snake.
root, &C., all preserved in perfectly pure
ST. CROIX RUM.
Inc powerful inYigorating ana tonic properties OF st
CrolX Rum have been long acknowledged BY the phys
cans OF the world For consumption II is heonly slim
ulant that should be used
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1863-02-09


Off Galveston Bar, JAN 81, 1868.
Whereas, the city of Galveston is occupied
and garrisoned by the troops of the confeder-
ate states, and the said troops are diligently
employed in erecting defences in and around
the said city, in defiance of the laws of the
United States, the foreign consuls and foreign
subjects and all other persons concerned are
hereby warned that the city of Galveston and
its defences are liable to be attacked any day
by the forces of the United States under my
command. Twenty-four hours will be given
from five P. NJ. of this date for innocent and
helpless persons to withdraw from the said
city of Galveston and its vicinity
II. II. Bell, Commanding
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1863-02-09
E,ro and Terrible Disaster.

TOLEDO, ONO, Feb. IA fire this morn
ing destroyed the store No. 81 Summit street.
occupied by Griswold & Co., for coffee and
a spice mill. The falling walls demolished
an adjoining building, occupied by Messenger
& Bond as wholesale boot and shoe store. A
number of persons were buried in the ruins.
FIVE bodies hive already been recovered, and
it is feared that more will be found. Sever al
persons were also badly wounded Griswold
< Co.'S loss is 100000, which was insured for
$4,000. Messenger & Bonds loss is $4,000,
which is covered by insurance.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1863-02-09

New York, Feb. S.-The Herald has a
special from Fairfax Court House, stating
that our cavalry have captured eight Virginia
cavalry men and the postmaster of Little
Washington.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1863-02-09

New HAVEN, Feb. An explosion took
place in the japan department of the West
Haven buckle company, located near the
railroad station, West Haven, to-day about
eleven O'Clock John Hill, an employee, was
blown through a window and so badly burned
that it is doubtful if he RECEIVERS. The build
ing, a fire proof, had two windows blown out
and the roof was started.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1863-02-09
Amnsfmrnts.
w CESTER THEATER

w OR CE S TER THEAT TER
Lessee and Manager, J. G. MYERS
Stage Manager h. FULLER
ngaRementtor three nights only of the celebrated
brette, commedlenne and vocalist,
h M i l y II h orne
She viii make her first appearances in her popular char
SeteT OF GEtIKuDE, in the Little Treasure" and
SALLY sCkAGHS, In "Stage Struck"
MONDAY EVENING, FEB. OH,
WIN be presented the admirable comedy of
THE LITTLE TREASURE.
To be followed by patriotic song by MISS THoRNE
written expressly for herr In the costume of the Goddess
Of Liberty, entitled "SH0Ur FOR OUR GLORIOUS
BANNER" 10 conclude with the glorious Farce of
. Il a O. H $ Il II u G x,
Or the Love of Augustus Portarngton and CelestIna
Beverly. Sally scraggs, with songs, Miss Thorne.
Prices OF Admission :Parquette and Dress Circle so
Cents; Family Circle rs Cents; Gallery Is Cents Pri-
vete Boxes So Box ONCE open from 10 to l. and to
O'Clock No extra charge Tor reserved seats. Doors
open at u, to commence at u O'Clock
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1863-02-09
MORTGAGEE'S SALE OF A GEN

49, TEL RESIDENCE AT AUG rION ON PLEAS
ANT STREET, WORCESTER BY virtue of a mower
Of sale contained in Mortgage Deed given to me by
" NJ r. laber, dated tie eighteenth day of March, A.
d. 1907 ana recorded in the Registry of Deeds for Wor
cester county Book 607, Page All
The conditions of said Mortgage having been broLer
snall IN pursuance of the power given in said Deed
and as an Attorney for the NorpAgar r~.-a
the twentyeghth day OF February next at 10 A. M TO
the highest bidder subject TO two mortgages viz -one
TO Worcester County Institution for Savings of Two
Thousand Dollars; and one of Fourteen Hundred Dol
lars to Isaac Davis.
The premises consist Of the gentee and desirable resi-
dence No. ~ Pleasant street, occupied hy VIM b.
Iaber SAID house is built in the thorough man
ner, with most of the modern improvements The lot
contains about $500 feet, with a wide frontage on
Pleasant street G. PARTRIDGE, Mortgagee.
Worcester January 70, 1861 dTuTh&S3w
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1863-02-09
George Francis Train Flxed.

ST. LOUIS, Feb. Geo. Francis Train
was arrested at the Planters House, this af-
ternoon, by United States detectives, and Civ
en- the alternative of leaving the state in half
an hour Or gong to Jail. He chose the for
mer, and crossed the river Immediately. He
was advertised to deliver political speech
tonight, but was Summarily prevented by the
nrnYnst marshal.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1863-02-09
nntrfes.

- L A MPS MPS -Revenue
~ Stamps for Deeds, Mortgages Notes Bank Checks
FIRE and Life Insurance Policies, Wrts, Bonds, Tee
graphic Dispatches Certificates Express Parcels Pro-
tests, Power of Attorney, Medicines, Perlumery, &c,
may be obtained at the Collectors Office 2s Main street
Notoe Is hereby given that Stamps must be used here
after for all purposes provided by law.
- Adm THAYER
10 DIFF U. s. Collector.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1863-02-09

A letter from Galveston, Texas, via Havana,
say Com. Bell sent the following proclamation
to the foreign consuls;
IL S ST nnp-nE-ANA p RpnnuI w
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1863-02-09
AartrCns.
A UCTION SALE OF REAL ESTATE

a UNINUN OAI1E OF NE j ESIATE
-. - VIII be sold at Public Auction, SATURDAY.
Mareh IT, at IL clock II not prevOu ly disposed Of
at private sale all the right redemption purchased at
auction, in September, 1853 in the Ehenezer IL Bowen
Estate by Miles Osborn. his ate consists of the NJ
H. Bowen Homestead House and Barn, two other Tcne.
ment Houses, one lerge Shoe Factory and one small
one win an acre or more Land all ellgibly situated
on Main street, Worcester.
Also vacant Lot, containing about one half an acre
lying Just east of this For further and more definite
particulars, enquire of EDWARD EARLE,
Jalo deopu Agent for Miles Osborn
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1863-02-09

. ACHINISTS WANTkD.-Two or
AsA three first rate Machinsts to work on Card Set.
ling Machines. Apply to s. W. kent, corner Of Fos-
ter and Cypress streets. dtf ia29
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1863-02-09

Two WOOL SORTERS.-A few good
n workmen wanted by the Burlington WOODEN Com.
pany at Wno0ski Falls Vt
d9l dtf f. G. KENNEDY, sce'y.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1863-02-09

M ACHINISTS-A few good Iron work
A " men are needed permanently at the Crompton
q
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1863-02-09
9Aants.

4 1VEKSEtKS WANIED-For a first
- casl Fancy Cashmere Mill Of six TO ten sets new
machinery; One wanted for zach department. VIZ =
Carulhg weaving and Designing, Dyeing, and Finish
my None need apply unless fully competent in every
particular. Apply TO SUMMER PRATT i'
10 disSwt " Front street.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1863-02-09

SOAP-The trade sun
D plIed at the manufacturers prices by
y. Il, STAPLES
dl diff 2S3 and 2ST Main street, corner of Park
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1863-02-09

MI ACHINISTS WANTED--A few good
.LNA workmen at
jas diff SHEPARD, LATHE Il cos.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1863-02-09

100 QUINTALS GOLDFISH, of SUI
lJO nerior quality received and for sale Mt Joss
than Boston prices, BIZ 5. Z STAPLES,
is diff 2S3 and 287 Main street