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The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1863-09-19
The White Sulphur Springs.
ARMY OF THE POTOMAC.
Sept. 18th, 1868.

ocpl. ltti, lCOC
To the Editor Of the Press:
Yesterday visited the celebrated White
Sulphur Springs of Virginia, situated about
six miles from Warrenton. The place is still
attractive for its natural and artificial beauty,
though now in ruins. 1t is upon the North
fork Of the Rappahannock
The superb hotel with its dozen imposing
pillars, was destroyed last year by the 18th
Corps, as the rebels resisted the occupancy of
the place.
The lofty walls Of the building and the I'M
supported pillars are still standing to tell of
what has been.
The hotel was built to overlook the grand
natural amphitheatre in the center of which
are the Springs.
Some tenor dozen cottages are arranged
The ground slopes gradually from the hotel to
the Springs. 1t has its fine old shade trees
and its gravel walks. An artificial fountain,
now dry, stands Immediately in front of the
building, and gives evidence of former ele-
gance.
ONCl thC bpi 10 a CltCuidT LOU
descend four or five stone steps into circular
cellar some thirty feet in diameter, where you
find two clear, cool fountains encased in mar
BILE, from which you may dip the healing wa
tiers.
Writing to Maine, allow me to suggest for
the benefit of Togus, that our Virginia friends
are rather ahead as a matter of taste, in Civ
ing the visitors the privilege Of dipping up the
water themselves from the cooling fountains,
instead Of the unromantic style of a little iron
pump such as l was astonished to find recent
ly at the fashionable resort a few miles from
the banks of the old Kennebec.
The water of the Virginia Springs is strong
ly imprcgnated. A married and partially de-
moshed statue. standing near the Springs, lii
might have been of the Goddess of Liberty,)
tells a severer story of the devastations of war
than the hotel in ruins, because it bears record
of wanton and uncalled for vandalism. 1t may
be regarded as symbol,cal, however, of liberty
in the South.
Here in this charming spot, surrounding
these springs, the conspirators used to meet,
plOltinS thelT country 3 ruin. NOW the HEAD
quarters tents of one of our Major Generals
are pitched under the shade of these old trees
and Zouave Regiment is encamped within
the enclosure. The pickets of the National
forces are upon the banks of the Virginia
stream formerly SO peaceful and so delightful.
War, the cruel war inaugurated by reckless
Southern traitors, has laid his hand heavily
upon the Saratoga OF the South.
If it seems little like just retriJution, let
this console the lovers of beauty and of art.
There is poetic jnstice in the desolation that
now marks this spot, which, from place of
wholesome public resort, was shamelessly per-
verified into a nursery of foul treason.
l have dwelt longer upon this visit to White
Sulphur Springs and the thoughts it gave rise
to, because the patriot sons of Maine of the
Sd. 4th aud 18th regiments are now encamped
near there, and their friends at home will be
interested in the locality. ALMA.
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DIED.

In Gorham Sept. IS. Mrs Sophia Burbank widow
of the late Marshall N. Mosher. aged 81 years.
In Cape Elizabeth Sept b. Washington son of
W. H. and Louisa IL. Howard. aged months and 81
days. sl
In West Mnot Sept II. Charles Moody. Esq,
aged 60 years.
In Scarboro. Sept. l6. Mr. Josiah Mitchell, aged So
years months.
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I'VE shall sell at auction on Saturday, Sept. 18th
w at II O'Clock A. NJ. on the premises house No
70 Gray street. belonging TO the estate of the late
Henry ilsley, House in good order. of wood and
two stories; plenty of hard and soft water Lot q
BY 100 feet. Terms made known at sale. Immedi
ately after the sale of the house we shall sell nj auc
lion the furniture in said house
HENRY BAILEY & CO., Auctioneers
septic dtds
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NEW YORK. Sept. is.
Gen. Hamilton, of Texas, is about to sail
for New Orleans, to join the great expedition
now fitting out there.
The Russian Minister had an interview of
two hours length with the Secretary of State
to-day.
The French Minister is said to be much an
noyed at the appearance Of a powerful lrigate
in New York harbor.
1t is understood that Gen. Burnside has ac-
guessed in the cordially expressed wish OF
the President, and withdrawn his resignation
for the present.
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Later from. Charleston,

NEW YORK, Sept. 49,
The steamer Merrimac, from Hilton Head
the 14th, and Charleston Bar at noon OF the
18th, has arrived. Battery Gregg has been
put in order, and is sending occasional shot
and shell into Moultrie, but the effects are I'M
known.
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BROKERS', BOARD.
MARRIED..

In this city, Sept. II, by Rev. e. Fuller BENZ +
Goodwin aud Mrs Sarah j Staples both OF this city
In this city, sept H. by Rev. Mr.. Stebbins Josiah
G. Shirley and Miss Charlotte h. Thomas both of
this city
In Waterford, Sept. 3, by Rev. John A. Douglas.
Henry l.. Houghton and Miss Harriet E.. daughter
of o. Hale. Esq, all of w.
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Bank Of Cumberland.

NOTICE Is hereby given that the Annual Meeting
~ OF the Stockholders Of the Bank of Cumber.
land Tor the choice of Directors for the ensuing
year. and the transaction of any other business that
may then come before them. will be held at their
Banking Room on MONDAY, the fifth day of 0cto.
Der next, at O'Clock T.. NJ
Per order of the Directors
Portland Sept. 10, 1863 dtd
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Ig A gentleman of Kennebec-a clerical
friend-writes: IF. o. j. Smith should have a
medal awarded him Tor his valuable services
to the cause which he opposed. HIS meant it
for evil, but God for good, to save much peo-
lie alive as 1t is this day."
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SroBM.-A violent storm commenced South
yesterday, and extended gradually to the
North. In this city during the day there was
ing, approached gale. At IL o'clock last
night the wind was furious, accompanied with
squalls of rain. 1t is the equinoctial storm,
and we fear, it will cause serious damage to the
chipping on our coast.
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NEW ADVERTISE MENTS.

PORTLAND, Sept. Is, 1863
AT a meeting of Ellsworth Engine Co. No. 5. held
last evening, the following resolves unanimous
ly adopted
Whereas, IL has pleased Almighty God to remove
from among us our broher fireman aud friend, r. l..
Haskell who has all always been an efficient mem
Der and beloved companion. we deem il a sacred du-
" TO give expression to emotions at his loss:
therefore
Resotred, That In the death of late brother we
nave lost a most worthy and efficient member en-
aeared to us by his gentlemanly and honorable de.
pertinent while associated with US aud while we
mourn his loss will cherish with grateful recoec.
IONS 'ne many social qualities which entwined him
around p the hearts of all who knew him.
hesotoed, That we extend TO his family and friend,
our heartfelt sympathy ard condolences in this their
tn, u aienon, believing that the God of the Ia
Iheress VIII grant to theiwidow and child protection
Roeyr eqd ever near - them in their troubles
heso,ped, mat copy of these resolves be entered
upon the records of the COMPANY. that a eooy he
presented to the family Of the deceased and siso he
published IN the Eastern Argus. Daily Press. and
Fireman's Advocate. i''s' "N"
q. w. TRUE
G. II. B0WkER, Com on Reso,r,;oos
&. II. GLOVES,
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Notice is hereby given that tho spar Buoy placed
on Lower Bar. Saco River, to mark the approach TO
Saco, Me-, has broken from its moorings and gone
adrift. Ii will be replaced as soon possible.
BY order OF the Lighthouse Board,
ii. IL. HJNkLEY,
Lighthouse Clerk, LIST Dist.
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''HE stockholders of the Manufacturers and Ira
1 ders Bank are hereby notified that their Animal
Meeting will be held at their Ban Kin z Room on Mon
day. the 9th day OF October next, at three 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
septlstd EDWARD GOULD. Cashier
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DISASTERS.

Sch Searsville Sears. from Philadelphia for Bos-
ton. with coal. went ashore Bearse Shoal. on
Thursday, where she remains. About so tons coal
had been thrown overheard, and the rest was being
discharged into lighters.
Sch sparta, before repeated ashore at Hurlgate,
was got otfth aud towed into Haetts Cove for re-
repars,
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1863-09-19

SEE woman in another column picking Sambuc
Grapes for Speers Wine. IL is admirable article
used in hospitals, and by the first families in Paris
London and New York, in preference TO old Port
Wine. Its worth trial sit gives great satisfac
ton. dec22dly
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BOARD.

GENTLEMAN and wi.e can be accommodated
"A with D ,ard and pleasant room, by applying
at No. 10 Wilmot Street. Terms reasonable.
sep19 DIFF -
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GowELL Il MoRRELL have just received their
FALL STOCK of DRY GOODS, and are prepared
to show the public of the best selected stocks in
the city, at the lowest prices for CASH on delivery.
Call and see. 129 Middle Street.
Portland, sept. 8, 1868. eodtf
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Lost.

GET; 18th, small paper parcel. between CONNER
y ciai and 20 Exchange street, addressed TO Miss
Mary 5. Smith, care of Miss Darling Middle street
The finder will be suitably rewarded BY leavin il at
the ONCE Of the British & American Express CON-
pany. septlg div
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1863-09-19

GREAT DISCOYERY.-An adhesive preparation
that will STICK
Patches and Liningsto Boots and Shoes sufficient
ly strong without stitching;
That will efectually mend Furniture, Crockery
Toys, and all articles of household use.
Belt Makers,
Boot and Shoe Makers,
Manufacturers and Mschnists,
And Families.
willfnd it INVALUABLE! 1t Intellectually stopthe
leakage of Coal Oil.
tits insoluble in water oil.
Its liquid. and as easily applied as paste.
1t will adhere oily substances.
Itis
HILTON'S INSOLUBLE CEMENT!
HILTON BROTHERS, Proprietors,
Providence, K. L.
Supplied in packages from OF. to 10otbs., by
CHAS. RICHARDSON CO.,
81 Broad Street. Boston,
Sole Agents for New England
febl7dly
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The Pirate Florida ia Danger of Being
Biochdded.

BIOcK0ded.
fE New YORK, Sept. is.
Paris letter in the Times has the follow
ing statement: ~
French workmen cannot properly repair the
engines of the pirate Florida, as they are of
English manufacture, and Mafiitt is obliged to
wait for English workmen. This has caused
a delay, which puts Mafftt into a towering
rage, for now his vessel will probably suffer
the fate of the Sumter at Gibraltar, but there
is no help for it.
Maflitt says that but for the mistake of
Lieut.. Reed, who cut out she Caleb Cushing
at Portland, it was in his programme at one
time to enter the port of New York or Bos-
ton, and burn the place.
The Moniteur publishes an official note
which declares that no supplies of war rnateri-
al will be furnished the Florida
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Important from .4rI;aasas-- Capture of Lit
tie Rock.

e 9g CAIRO, ILL.,, Sept. IL.
Rear Admiral Porter has received a dispatch
stating that Little Rock. Ark. was occupied
by Gen. Steele on the 10Th, without fighting or
loss of consequence. Price, who commands
the rebels, was rapidly retreating, with Gan.
Davidson in hot pursuit.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1863-09-19

PANAMAAND OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES carry
ing Mails for Aspinwall, Panama, and California,
leave New York on the LIST, 18th, and 2lst Of each
month.
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FOREIGN PORTS.

At Cronstadt 3lst ult bark Persia Jones' I'm Hull
ar 9th. for Boston, ldg.
At Havana 18th inst banks Ada Carter, Kenny
Merrinac, Lewis. and Illinois Freeman. for N Work !;
brigs vesta. Baker; Maine. (Brl Classen; b Wat
son, Wallace. and Il NJ Sawyer. Boone, Tor n York
Young Republic, Baker for Portland.
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eodtf

sF-If you are in want of any kind OF PRINTING
call at the Daily Press Office. If
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BY TELEGRAPH
TO THE
EVENING PAPERS.

From the Arnsy of the Potomac.

PHILADELPHIA, Sept. IS.
The Press of this city has the following in
telgence from the Army Of the Potomac:
THE whole army was Unexpectedly in mo-
ton yesterday. Our army will not have to
rest on this side of the Rapidan. For two
days our soldiers had to live without any fires,
as it would have attracted the attention of the
enemy, who would have proceeded to shell us
upon the discovery OF our position.
Gen. Fitzpatrick made several feints across
the Rapidan, but it was soon made evident
that he could not live moment upon the 9TH
er side. Yesterday the rebels, who seemed to
be in doubt concerning the strength and sin
certy Of our movements, crossed the Rapidan
near Raccoon ford, and drove one hundred and
fifty men at the post away, but the regiments
of our cavalry dismounted, and armed with
revolving rifles, drove the rebels back in con-
fusion. We lost in this encounter about thirty
men.
This morning, according to an important
rumor, the rebels crossed the Rapidan again
at Raccoon ford, in strong force, and captured
one hundred and fifty men OF New York
cavalry regiment"
New YORK, Sept. IS.
Tribune says:
according to the most accredited versions,
supported by unmistakable evidences, Gen.
Lees recent movement was not produced by
the ACKNOWLEDGMENT of his army, but was a
strategetical combination, calculated to throw
portion of his forces on the flank and rear
OF Gen. Meade. in case the latter should leave
his position and advance far enough to be
caught in the trap set for him by the willy reb-
ell leader.
The rumor of the weakening of his forces
by the departure Of Longstreet, it is asserted,
was purposely spread by deserters and others,
in order TO deceive the Unionists as TO his real
intentions, and to induce Gen. Meade to adj
vance to position where he could be fought
to greater advantage. .r
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Casco Bank,

FNHE Annual Meeting of the stockholders of this
Bank. for the choice of officers and the transac-
tion of other business will be held their Banking
House on Monday, the 9th dav OF October next at
3o'clock r. VI. Per Order.
septlS TIM f. T.. GERRISH, Cashier
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eE- Consumption and Catarrh and all diseases of
the Throat and Lungs successfully treated by INHA
LATioN, By G. MORSE, NJ. d.,
aus oz cod Corner Smith and Congress SITS.
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DR.. Ii. L. DAVIS, Analytical Physician, by special
request will be in attendance at his Office, 229i Con-
gross street consult with his patients and all 9TH
ers interested upon all diseases, Tuesday and Wed
nesday, Sept. sth and 9th. Office advice Free.
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additional per Arabia. /

New York.
Adv 5th. American Union. Hubbard. for York
Sth; Northern Belle. McCalum, do Nth; Anglo
Saxon, Pencil, for Hong Kong.
Ar in the Pin I'd. Fawn, Nelson, New York. land
proceeded to Bristol
At Bristol 9th, + Fillyard Levitt. for n York. ldg
Sailed from Glasgow I'd, Glad Tidings. Nelson. for
New York.
st John NIB
Sailed from Bombay 5th. Old England. Bulman.
Bimlipatam.
Ar at Constantinople 18th ult, Mary Dyer, Wal
lace Marseilles
Ar at Marseilles LIST inst Assyra, Deano, from the
Black Sea-
Ar at Tarragona 25th ult. May Queen. Larrabee.
Shields
Sailed from Almeira prev to Aug 81, Maria Bart
lett, Bartlett, Cardiff.
SPOKEN
Aug 81. lat AZ co. Ion 80 30. was passed ship Uncle
from Cardiff New York
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~ CARDS and BILL HEADS neatly prints
at this office If
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The Maine Election

The Maine Election.
4 We have returns from 404 cities, towns and
plantations, in which the vote is as follows:
Samuel Cony, DO 30
Bion Bradbury. Al 2l3
Majority for Cony 1882
The vote in these towns last year was:
Abner c burn. ......................45 14I
Bion Bradbury. 81 1856
Charles d. Jameson. Observation-Disclosures. .6,997
Coburn's majority 5,764. Nett Union gain
from last year l2,54S.
There are some fifty towns and plantations,
principally in Aroostook and Washington
Counties to be heard from, which last year
voted as follows: Coburn 1888, Bradbury
1886, Jameson 7l9. We think the vote this
year in these places will be nearly even between
Cony and Bradbury. Possibly they may bring
up Cony's majority to 1S,500
We get nothing further in relation to the
Senator from Lincoln County.
The House Of Representatives will stand
III Union, 80 Democrats. Two or three of
the latter will have their seats contested.
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Annual Meeting.

Annual Meeting.
fIhE stockholders of the Merchants' Bank are
= hereby notified that their meeting for the choice
OF DIRECTORS and the transaction Of such other bust
ness as may legally before them will be holden
az y, tue nahK on oNDAf October 5, 1858, at r.
NJ Per order OF Directors
Portland, Sept. 10, 1868 dtd
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BoQuets and Cut Flowers.

FUNERAL wREATHS AND CROSSES, taste.
u fully arranged and made 10 order Mt my es ab
iishment; corner of North and Montreal streets
Munjoy Hill
ALBERT DIRwANGER, Florist.
septic eod3m
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SPOKEN

Aug 81. lat AZ 90. Ion 80 80 passed ship Uncle
Joe, from Cardiff for New York
Sept l lat Is 49, Ion "a So sgnalized brig Thos
Owen, from Neuvitas for New York
Cedar Falls gazette. [volume] (Cedar Falls, Iowa) 1860-1895, 1863-05-08

VALIANT CoxDucr OF UNION MuLE.-A
detachment Of tars from the gunboat Com
modore Barney, on the 23d inst, landed near
Chuckatuck, Va, and proceeded toward that
place, taking along with them small howit-
zer and small load of ammunition drawn
by mule. On nearing the village they
were met by mounted squad Of rebel pick
cts. The moment shots were exchanged,
Corporal Mule" became refractory, kicked
up . dust, and ran with railroad velocity
pell NELL for the rebels. Here was go-and
the mule was . goner. Regardless of dan
ger, the jolly jacks charged vigorously to the
rescue Of their ammunition. The novel sys.
tenn Of battling astonished the rebels 50 much
that they fed-to use geographical term
incontinently leaving captain and three pri-
Yates dead on the field, and three superior
horses. One of the latter was soon mounted
BY sailor, but the animal seeming to be un.
used 10 nautical phrases and maneuvers, un-
dertook to run away with his rider, in spite
Of all attempts to cast anchor. Jack finding
all other methods fail, determined to hcave
him to, sailor like, by gun across his bows,
and accordingly, drawing his revolver, Le
put bullet through his head and was able
to dismount.
Cedar Falls gazette. [volume] (Cedar Falls, Iowa) 1860-1895, 1863-05-08

injury to any one named, uhi5 taxing the ar.
ticle - . basis for general remarks. The
editor Of the Intszigsneer 10 well and iavora.
bly, known as staunch Union man, welding
strong influence; but Notwithstanding this
he should not be impregnabls to criticism for
what appears to be On indiscreet npodus ope.
randi. So thinks E 80
no POLITICIAN.
Cedar Falls gazette. [volume] (Cedar Falls, Iowa) 1860-1895, 1863-05-08

a. WAsHlxcroN, May 1.
The National Republican Of this afternoon
publishes semi.official dispatches from Gen.
Banks, dated near st. Martinsvile, April II,
from which it appears that when he left Baton
Rouge three regiments of colored troops re-
maiaed for its defence. The results, among
others. of Gen. Banks expedition are: &C.
complishing march of 800 miles, beating
the enemy in three battles--two on land and
one on Grand Lake-dispersing the rebel
navy, capturing the foundries OF the eneCny
at Franklin and New iberia, and demol.
ishing the salt works ten miles south west of
the latter place, capturing the camp equip.
ages Of the enemy, also several guns, and
nearly 200 prisoners, and so deranging the
plans Of the rebels that they cannot for some
months, If ever, re-organize.
The successes Of General Banks already
known to the public, are mentioned.
Our loss in the two last battles was about
900 or 700. Nothing could exceed the con-
duct Of the officers and privates in Banks
The dispatches say, we have not
only destroyed the army and. navy Of the
enemy, and captured his materials for reor.
ganization, but we have also in our possess
ion bis ablest officers Of the sea and land.
Cedar Falls gazette. [volume] (Cedar Falls, Iowa) 1860-1895, 1863-05-08

FA1RBAx MIS- ScALEs.-Having learned that
in some cases, persons with whom We have
no connections whatever, have been travelling
through the country representing themselves
as our agents, or as selling scales made from
Fairbanks patterns, &C., we deem it proper
to say that the genuine Fairbanks scales
are made only at Saint Johnsbury, Vermont
where they have beenmade for SO years
Or more, by e. & T. Fairbanks & Co., the
original inventors, and that others represent
ed as such are only limitations. II the agents
for such other scales have confidence in their
merits, they would have no occasion to re-
sort to such means to sell them, or avail
themselves ola reputation which the Messrs
Fairbanks have honestly earned. All our
travelling agents will be furnished by us
with certificates ofagency, which they will
be happy to show to purchasers with whom
they may not be personally acquainted.
FAIRBANKS, GBEENLEAF & Co.