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Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-03-31

FoR SALE.-The farm owned by Mr.. d.
Tyrrel, one and one fourth miles northwest of
Lancaster, 200 acres, small field improved, good
dwelling, stable and granary, orchard, water,
bottom land, timber, &c. Would make a fine
stock farm. See advertisement.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-03-31

Book AGENT.-Another school book agent
is travelling about, showing one or more ex-
ceedingly snowy school books and insisting
upon their adoption in the public schools. We
hope, these enterprises are about played out
The time was when changes were necessary,
but we think the books now in use will answer
till the state and county superintendent recon-
mend changes.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-03-31

Awe notice that, by special act Of tbe Leg
islature, the Grant County Agricultural Socie-
ty will draw 500 from the state, to aid the
Premium fund for 1863
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-03-31

gB Blank Town Orders, printed upon
special engravings and resembling bank
notes, may be had at this office. Also,
blank bonds for Justices, Constablea, and
other Town officers for ssle at this office
with all other blanks in general use.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-03-31

To CITIZENS OF LANoAsTER.-All
union citizens of Lancaster, without any
respect to party except an unconditional
support of the union, are invited to meet
at the Court House at 2 o'clock p. NJ. on
Saturday next to agree upon a good union
ticket to be supported for Town officers.
MANY CITIZENS.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-03-31
THE HERALD,
Mail Arrivals and Departures.

Arrivesfrom Boscobel to Lancaster on Tuesdays Tbn
days and Saturdays at o. clock p NJ
Departs from Lancaster for Boscobel MONDAYS Wed
at s o'clock A. NJ. S-
Arrives from Platteyie on Tuesdays, Thursdays and
Saturdays at O'Clock, r. NJ.
Departs for Plattevle, Mondays Wednesdays and Fri
days at o'clock, A. NJ; mails closed at O'clock p
Arrives from Prairie du Chez on Tuesdays THURSDAYS
and Saturdays at o'clock, p. VI.
Departs fer Prairie du Chen MONDAYS Wed,esdays
and Fridays at O'clock A NJ mails close at ~ a. n
Arrives from Potos Mondays, Wednesdays and lays
at 9 O'Clock, A. NJ
Departs for Potos Tuesdays Thursdays and SATURDAYS
at 3 o'clock, 7. NJ; mails close at 2 O'Clock, p H.
Arrives from Mineral Point via New California Tues
days and Fridays at O'Clock, A. M.
Departs for Mineral Point via New California Weakness
days and SatuI days at 10 o'clock, A. NJ; mails closed
at "a o'clock, A. N.
Arrives from Cassyille Wednesdays and Saturdays at
II O'Clock M
Departs for Cassvlc, Tuesdays and Fridays at o.
clock NJ; mails close at So o'clock. A. M.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-03-31
CONMIssIONERS' NOTICE-Mrr-


CALF ESTATE.
"aa' County Court Wisconsin. In the matter Of the
SSa@ Of George Metealf deceased
's hereby given, that we, the subscribers, were
Sd W "a Gay Of February 1868 appointed and cons
assr aea y the Judge Of the county court Of said
ii commissioners to receiye examine and adjust
5ss1' anu demands OF All persous against the said
slg, 'aaI seven months from and after the 18th day
s, $40 a. D. 1868, have been allowed and limited
Ga OS e present their claims 10 US for exsuina
Ess8sr. allowance; aud that we viii on the first
aelEss y July and September, A, d. 1868, at the
dGes \ lOuse OF Alexander D. Ramsey, IN the Town
Gas s' .ea IN said county, attend to the discharge
"a IN S''es as commissioners aforesaid.Dated Marcp
$50 EDWARD A. KIDD, I Commits
HENRY II. RAY. ) sioners.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-03-31
Farm FOR SALE.
A STOCK FARM.

the subscriber offers for sale farm Of
lassA ~ acres, situated Il miles from Lancas-
~ ~ village, county seat OF Grant county
~ ~ = acres under fence and in cultivation;
-zSsss 3 acres Of tine bottom land, all well wat
aNs greg and the up land we'll timbersd and a
osdrOons sttrg rom, ana sitehen and GOOD
Ter M, ssFn OF 20 bas; also stable, granaty, and
pes is iangS, aud small orchard. Possession
saass essa'ey WIN take half down in grsenbacks,
Las,ss..s w TINE 70 suit at per cent. 42-iyear
- Asieh 18th, 1868. p. TYRkEL.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-03-31

eg-The rebels told part af the story
about the fight at Port Hudson, but omit
ted all of the best Fart of it. The Missis-
sippi was burnt to be sure but because she
got fast aground, and was burnt by order
Of the commander. The rest, 'one and
all, passed up tie river in safety.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-03-31
BOscoBEL PRICES CURRENT-March 81.

Corrected Weekly by Cole s atom
Flour. to So % per bsl Potatoes, 35c
Wheat, No. 90; No Soc Hides, (green) 61Sc
CATS 40c Hides, dry l5c
Corn, (ear) 40c Cattle, S2A to $2H
(shelD 45c Barley IS to e0c
LUMBER Sl2 to $25 Lath 50 so
Shingles 50 90 Rye, 40 to 45c
Batter, Cfreah) 20 to 25c Lard 9e
Eggs, (fresh,) Zoe Tallow, 10c
Chickens cts per ID Cheese &c
turkeys, S.per ID Beans 81 % to rs
Prints, q to Csc Salt, per bbl 1925
White Fish per bb $500 Maekeral Trout (fresh) cts
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-03-31

IssUz AT PoTosI.-On Thursday of last
week, German cheered for jeff Davis in the
street at Potosi; whereupon, William Hewitt,
a wounded and discharged soldier, native Of
Potosi but who had volunteered and served in
an Iowa regiment, stepped up and told theIsb-
ell sympathizer to dismount from his horse aad
be logged, The German dismounted when
Hewitt opened upon him with fists, out was
made to desist before finishing his ork, by a
Justice of the Peace who stood near the parties.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-03-31

FARM FOR SALE The Plat Barnum farm
in Fennimore, containing 800 acres 2l5 acres
under cultivation, is advertised for sale or rent
-on fair and easy terms
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-03-31

MEETING IN FENNMoRE.-We are re
quested to notice that there will be meet
ing Of union citizens at Fenr;more S chool
House, on Saturday, April A., at two o'clock
afternoon, to agree upon ticket to be sup
ported for Town officers of said Town. All
true and unconditional union men are inyit.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-03-31
M A r RE D.

V0SS-SIMONS-ln Platteville, March goth, by Rev.
T. Buck, Mr. John f. Voss of Harrison and Mrs. Mar
tia SimOns of PiatteYille.
DAGGETT-LEPPLA-In Potos, March Sth by Thos
Stephens. Esq, Mr.. Dayic Daggett CT Patteyile to
Miss Julia Lepia of Potosi
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-03-31
FAal FOR SALE or RE ST.

Sa g. toer residing miles west of Fennimore
- IN ls gs rent or sale III, farm Containing 500
Saan - 81 o. which * under cultivation; will rent
3ns son Na the premises are tolerable good dwell
In ia $50 nporary fixtures for shelter; wa
sssssrr,.s alss aad 50 acres Of timber Distance
sa1p,, o b. Pr. du CHEN r. r.. 12 miles. If
q ssaks 10y Won ID want $1,000 down. IL rented
N'sh or share for rent. Cali ON the premi
&p,.. :, PLATT BARNUM.
~ AAreh 18th, 1868. 42-1
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-03-31

aEIt is reported that Postmaster ock,
wood. Of milwaukee, has been removed ana
q. l.. Shells, Of the Milwaukee Sentinel ap-
pointed in bis place.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-03-31
LANCASTER INSTITUTED. GRAY PUN
MAN A. NJ. Prineipal

The patrons of Lancaster Institute are
hereby informed that the same will be re-
opened for its appropriate work on We'd
nesday, April lst, 1868.
In taking charge of this school, Mr..
Purman wouli beg leave to say to the
people of Lancaster, that be hopes to
merit by faithfulness and industry in his
labors, the confidence Of al, and justify
the expectations of those who have induced
him to accept the responsibilities of the
position. His experience Of several years
IN similar position, in the West, he
trusts, will not be without its advantage.
10 enabling him to build up good schools
lie would suggest, that, in times like
these It is not wisdom to begin retrench-
ment with the school; he, therefore, asks
that the plea Of the times will not be made
against liberal patronage.
10 the citizens Of Lancaster and imme-
date surroundings he looks for a hearty
and special support. To this intelligent
people, 1t IS not necessary to mention the
large benefits reflected upon community
by living. thorough school. The sup
port received and the benefit conferred are
mutual.
Whilst every effort will be made to adj
vance pupils in their several respective
classes, their higher nature will not be for
gotten or neglected. aA
Discipline will be mildly enforced, yet
promptly. impartially, faiMtmly.
u
We urge pupils berg present at the
opening Of the term.
Such assistance will be had as is re-
quired.
Instructions in music will be given by
thorough teacher.
Tuition per term, DC, as heretofore.
Payment Of tuition required by the mid
die OF the term. d. G. PURMAN.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-03-31

GRAPEs.-This Countyis now well tried
and proven for grapes-fcr maturing,
large bearing and quality Of fruit. Already
native wines are to be had at the Stores
and groceries about town; in the winter,
grapes are common luxury, at least about
Lancaster. 1t is true, grape culture must
be learned by those who would succeed
But the Germans understand the art Of
eulturing and pruning and can instruct in
the managt1ent. In every ueighborhood
there are German families that will show
you how to prune the vines, which is the
chief art. The vines can be hal, of
kinds. at most nurseries. Gold
smith keeps for sale several of the favored
sorts.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-03-31

GERMAN PAPERs.-We are sending for
great numbers of copies of the II inois
Stats Zeitang to support the orders of
Germans in this county at the several
Post offices. The Zeituag is paper that
exactly suits most all Germans on the war
question. Any Post Master may order
the paper, inclosing the money-$2.00
per year or $l.0O for 6 months, or you
can write yourselves in German or Eng
fish, using care to give your name, Post
office, county and State. Address letters
to L. Brentano, Chicago, Ills. The lett
ing is an old paper, has been published
l6 years and there is no danger pitts fail
ure If.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-03-31
Horse PloTs Stable, Green SFard and B'saklHS P0E
Of small and large sizes

corn-P lows cuiiivators and doubles aove klows all
warranted Of the best Tpsseriai ana werkin.nshlp.
,ynvv< have ever their irst manufacture
the rst frensia. a the Grant county Fair, and
last ear took the premium at ths iowa state Fan
esen ne i,st premium IN the Flowing match; these
ulows have received still higher premam II the uni
ted testimonials The most intelligent farmers N ms
Northeast that as pillow they are all that can be de-
s;rad ar that ekill and enterprise can produce.
Orders or enquiries addressed TO u Traners Iafton
Wis will receive prompt attention
Tsfton. wisconsin, March l4tn, 1858 aoR
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-03-31

DEVON FOR SALE.-Our full reed Dew
onshire Bucklin Cow is offered for sale;-
will calve in April a full Devon, from
Dodge's full Devon Bull. Call at this Of
fee.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-03-31
BEST INSTRUMENTS NOW MANUFACTURED |

That they are the best there be question, the
irst premiums always been awarded g. W. Prince
4 Co.'S Meodeons, wherever they have been brought IN
to competition With others. To any one acquainted
with these instruments the highest terms of praise
seems scarcely do them justice. Those purchasing
Meodeon or Parior Organ without having become ac-
ouainted with the meif. of these viii be very likely Il
regret IL as ia the judgment of the FIRST musicians they
sfSenneq1afen by those OF ar
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-03-31
transformers NOTICE = BRE

SEE EsTAre.
We tho subscribers being appointed by William sic
Gagai, Judge Of the county Court of Grant commits
t'aers to receive, examine and adjust all claims anC
&nands Of all persons against the Estate of Sar
Fant Bresee, late Of the Town of Tafton in said
Sany deceased, and also all claims and demands ex-
aSed in offset thereto and six months from the Is,
SY Of March, 1865 being allowed by said Court for
4 aa purpose, we do therefore hereby give notice,
waive will attend TO the business Of said appont-
a the house Of said Breses late deceased in said
4 9taon the third day of Jane and the third cay CT
august A. D., 1918, from nine O'Clock A. n. until four
ae:G y on each of said days.-Dat d, 23rd day Of
"ea, "A D., 1868. PRED. @. TuE hRLE,
JAMES Kramer,
GEO. CHAMBERS,
"a NV Commissioners,
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-03-31
GET THE BEST!
PRINCE AND CO.'S MEL0DEONS !!

To the People of Grant County:
would most respectfully announce that iaving been
ted sole agent for the county, prepared TO
furnish those desiring with the
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-03-31
TOALL WHOM TMAY CONCERN
DuMPsl PUNPSlI PUMPSll!

The undersigned would respectfully inform the public
tn at he il prepared TO supply their wants IN the line OF
the old fashioned bored log pumps also logs bored for
conductors Persons in want Of anything in that ne
are respectfully invited to give me a call.
Orfers from distance promptly attended 70 ana al
work warranted. ANDREW fEIEnsaNN
Cassyille Jan'y 2S 1853. Ss-u
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-03-31

FREIGHT RATES, MILwAU8EE & Pr. DU CHEN r. r.
Mr. CoyER:-The special rates for Lancaster viii be
continued, Gao, 49, so, 3O and Mr. Dana the General
freight agent will continue to make low rates on Lam
caster reights to make 1t object for your Iner
chants to- ship this way. Tariff i've stoc FOR Chi
cago $l4 the car
GEO. p. SMITH, Agent. Boscobel
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-03-31
VVlIoN !

s,sa prom eEe HEREBY cautioned to not pa rchase
s~9sG H1,ssseFy note, given sometime last fal to
n y n tor sixty i've d.lars payable half some
&C. aoie Ap5t' the remainder in one year from
Psalo1 = sae same was given without fair con-
''eessro,, ~, - Mrs. JoHNNA B0DENFR.
S'Sh -, 1868. 42-3t
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-03-31
ANY ether Manufacturer in the World!

without undue praise ia their behalf their superior
excellence may be summed up as folows;
LIST, Prompt and full action.
Cd Purity aud sweetness Of tone
Adj 50 much in harmony, with the human voice.
4th, Adaptation to Parlor, Hall ana chapel
9Th Their great durability and reliability.
Those now manufactured combine all the late improve
in valve material and in stors also In them alone
is found the divided seH whcS gives the full sustain
ing mower of the organ. es9rkl
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-03-31
New Adver tisemen:s.

T ISL OF LETTERS
Remaining in the Post Office at Lancaster, Wisconsin
March 81, 1868.
CENT EMEN'S LIST:
Amield, Isaac, Moses, E S,
Curtis, A ], Msckay, james,
Cross, R. Morrissey, Thomas,
DOrng, George, McAlIister, Capt,
lansher, William, Noble, Oliver a,
Grady John, Noble, Justus,
Giidings, Henry, Reynolds Able,
Gsst, Mr, Register, w,
Harvey William, Stoffe Peter,
Harlow, Dr. Strayer, jacob,
Alby, 4, Wheeler, George,-2
Ae'1msn, l., Western, Henry.
LADIES' LIST:
Brady, Miss Ellen, Moore, Miss Josephine E,
Belts, issLucudabiaria, Moses, Miss Ellen,
Coates, Ars Clarinda, Salmon, Miss Mary,
Dorm, Hiss Julia, Smith, Miss Carrie,
lnh, Mss Eza smith, Miss Libbie J,-2
Aaton Miss Nancy, Wilson, Mrs. Charlotte,
Lemons, Miss Mary E.
twaga Letters-Darcy Mrs Mary; Hoienbech, Jo
a'aaa' Jenkins, Mrs jacob Wiehr, August
\ B.-Persons calling for any of the above letter
VII please say ''adv eriised." q. w. RYiAND, P. M.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-03-31
MURRAY FARM TO LETT

About 900 acres Of the Murray Farm 70 lei AEpf.
toIouqlas oliver 81 divers Mills. VA ii. BOND.
FEBRUARY 20, 1868 s7Hs
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-03-31

Town ELEcTIoN.-T annual Town
meetings or spring elections are to be held
on Tuesday next, being the first Tuesday
IN April Town supervisors, justices, clerks,
constables, &C., are to be elected. Also,a
Chief Justice of the Supreme Court. The
elections are to be held at the usual places
in all the Towns. Election officers should
be on hand early and organize, by appoint
ing assistants, all taking an oath to truly
report and return make, DC, as provided
in the Statutes.
It will be better if party elections can be
avoided at the spring Town meetings,
much better. Republicans and union DEM
ocrats should agree TO this and unite upon
common ticket, fairly representing both
parties. 1t is not expected that anti-war OF
peace party men, those who have got tired
Of the union and secretly desire its destruc-
ton, will agree to any ticket or policy ex,
cent destructive one--calculated to de-
stroy confidence in our government. 1t is
a mistaken idea that all parties are free
from such--that any party is free iron
much. But the true loyal men Of all pa
ties. who still entertain faith and hope II
j our Country and flag, should now unite
mon men, if not on what were, but are ne
sore. party measures.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-03-31
A PHOTOGRAPH GALLERY UNSURPASSED

in The country He calls your attention to his Photo
graphs which are pronounced the best ever seen in
Platteyile for the pure whites and rich deep black
tone. ,ac4, %
he largest IL for $500, large numbers cheap as
ts piece etc, etc.
gra phs -
+ akeeps Away on hand large andrich variety Of
Rosewood. Iudia Rubber, Gilt and Fancy Frames and
cases. which will be sold Mt Chicago prices.
Also Carries de uists frames, which may be placed on
the table or hung up. Also, Albums, Pocket Books,
holding or IL pictures.
Instructions given in all the branches of the Art
Satisfaction warranted or money refunded.
G~g1 Sky-Light Rooms above Goodell Chase's Drug
Store, Platteville ~
Plattevlle, March "a. 1862. 42yl
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-03-31

Erecutire Committee John Dodge
Beetown; w. Field, Fennimore; A. Carns
Hazel Green; Wm. Roberts, Potosl; J
p. Cox, Lancaster
BY order ofthe Society,
j. w. BLANDrSc, Sec'y.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-03-31
EACH INSTRUMENT FULLY WARRANTED

The instruments now manufactured are OF TEN differ
ent Sizes and vary 10 psice from $50 to s5ou: over
tirtv Thousand have sold within the past ten
viii fusnish purchasers with instruments at manu-
ftcturert prices in Buffalo, thereby saving them the
re parties sending address l will forward, free OF
charge catalogue of prices giving fGi descriptions
and particul ars Call and see specimens.
British follow, Wis, Feb IL, 1868. S6-tf
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-03-31

To THE OFFICERS or GRANT COUNTY
AeR1cULruRAL SOCIETY At the regular
meeting called by the Secretary on the
Sd day of March iGst., there not beng a
ouorum of The Executive Committee pres
emf no business was transacted and the
meeting was adjourned without day.
Ordered that the Secretary call another
meeting and publish the names Of the OIL
GERS of society.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-03-31
pLOW FACTORYl
THE TAFToN cLlPPERI
1863

7 G. TGANER takes this opportunity TO INFORM tne
farmers of Grant and surrounding counties that ne i
81 spared this Spring with good assortment o.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-03-31
STOLENl
$500 REWARD.

The above rewa.d will be paid TO any person no VIII
me Who stole the breast strap OH my harress,
and some other articles out OF the mouse ~ ny
in a. the day Of nr SALE oEo - t0h--'-
I.ay,easfcr Marco %. 1868 1A-NS
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-03-31

Tn pursuance Of said order, a meeting Of
the Executive Committee is called on Sat
urday the 4th of April to meet at the office
Of the Secretary in Lancaster. 1t is very
desirable that the entire committee should
be present on that day, as there must be
an entire revision Of premium LIST, and
otherimportant business to trlnsact i
The following are the names OF the ON
GERS composing the Board, all Of whom are
requested to Le present on said day:
OHcers:-J. G. HoLLowAY, President
j. II. RouNTREE, Vice do
NJ. X. YOU'VE, do do
I. M. BARBER, Treasurer,
~ RIANnI1SG Sac'Y.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-03-31

PHOTOGRAPHS!
T.. VANDERBILT,

Would respectfully inform the public that ae has j
Pateville established With all the necessary aplsrs
us for taking the smallest 10 the largest size OF PHOTO
graphs and all other kinds u pictures;
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1863-03-31

Plattevfle, March "a. 1862
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1863-06-06
Loss of the Cincinnati.

FLAGSHIP BLACK HAWK, ABOVE VICKs-
BURG, May 25.-In obedience to your order
the Cincinnati got under weigh this morning
at seven o'clock, and steamed slowly down
until little abreast of where the mortars Law,
when we rounded to. The enemy fired sew
eral shots from gun called the "Whistling
Dick" but soon gave it up. AT half~past
eight, with full head of steam, we stood for
the position assigned US. The enemy fired rap
idly from all the batteries. When abreast of
the pontoOn and rounded to, a shell entered
the magazine and she commenced sinking
rapidly. Shortly after the starboard tiler
was carried away. Before and after this
the enemy fred with great skill and
accuracy, hitting us nearly every time We
were especially annoyed by plunging shots
from the hills, and their eight inch rified and
ten inch smooth bore shots did us much dam
age. The shots went entirely through our
protection, hay and wood, and now finding
that the vessel would sink, | ran her up stream
as near the right hand shore,as our damaged
steering apparatus would permit. About ten
minutes before she sunk we ran close in, got
out one plank, and put the wounded ashore.
We also got a hawSer out to make fast TO a
tree to hold her until she sunk. Unfortunate
ly the men ashore left the hawser without
making it fast. The enemy were still firing,
and the boat commenced drifting out. | sung
ont to the men to swim ashore, thinking
we were in deeper water, as was reported,
than we really were. | suppose about fifteen
were drowned and twenty five killed and
wounded, and one probably taken prisoner.
This will sum up our loss. The boat sunk in
about three fathoms of water, She lays level,
and can easily be raised, but lies within range
of the enemy's batteries. The vessel went
down with her colors nailed to her mast, or
rather to the stump of one, all three having
been shot away. Our fire until the maya
zine was drowned was good, and am salts
fed did damage. We only fired at two-gun
water battery. Very respectfully yours,
GEO. M. BACHE, Lieut. Cong.
To A. r. Admiral ID. D. Porter.