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The weekly Ottumwa courier., 1863-05-14
From the Army in Virginia.
REBELS FALLING BACK !
IMPORTANT M0HEMENZs II!
Especial to Post.l

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f. New York, May II.
The Post has the following: Steamer
John A. Warner arrived at Washington on
Satu rday night with dispatches from Gen.
Hooker. She left Acquia Creek, Saturday
m orning. The following is reported to be
the substance Of these dispatches AT
daybreak Friday morning Gen. Hooker
pushed forward two corps Of his army
across the Rappahannock under General
Sedgwick. They yesterday tack up the
wounded, left on the field of the recent
battles, comprising Union and rebel soldiers
and buried the dead.
AT an early hour this morning Gen.
Hooker completed the crossing OF his entire
army, together with an ample supply of am.
muniton and stores, sufficient to last some
eight days. AS soon as he was across the
whole seven corps were placed in motion
and deployed ri ght and left in search of the
enemy, who, at the latest accounts, had not
been found in force owing to the terrible
condition of the roads. Movements of the
army must be necessarily slow for day or
two, but the coming week will probably
witness the greatest conflict on this conti-
nent. Gen. Hooker does not desire rein
force nents..
1t is believed Heintzelman has gone to
reinforce Hooker, but there is no doubt but
his army is in motion.
The weekly Ottumwa courier., 1863-05-14
Philadelphia, May II


Forney's Press Washington correspon-
dent says it is understood that. Gen. Bu-
fcrd with his Light Brigade has peaetrated
to Allegheny Ridge in Western Virginia,
and that he is now returning, having des-
troyed the Richmond and Tennessee Rail.
road in several places, captured many pris.
oners and obtained important information
and captured stores for the rebel armies in
the southwest. Pleasanton's cavalry cross
ed the -iver and proceeded Immediately to
the front for the purpose of reconnOiterine
the enemy's position. Two hours ride
brought them to our old position about
Charlottesville. In this neighborhood no
rebels were discovered except dead and
wounded. These were disposed of properly
as rapidly as possible.
A considerable number of stragglers and
skulkers from the rebel army and some Of
our men came into our lines yesterday and
gave themselves up. They protest they
have no feeling in this war and are willing
to take oath of allegiance. Some of these
men saw columns Of rebels retreating panic
stricken ard in confusion Wednesday night
through terrible snow storm.
The weekly Ottumwa courier., 1863-05-14

Destru Ctive F1re-Rand & Co.'s
LumberYard Esnrned--0Oo,O 600
feet of Lumber Destroyed..The
Fire the Work of AN HncendI.
ary--LOss 5000 No Insurance.
Between IL and l o'clock. on Sunday
night, the watchman at tie Depot Of the B.
& NJ. Railroad discovered fire in the
Southwestern corner Of Rand & Co.'S lum
Der yard, which adjoins the depot grounds.
He Immediately gave the alarm. The bells
were rang, and in short time large num-
Der Of people was on the ground, prepared
to render assistance. The fire, which, when
FIRST discovered was Insignificant, yet being
started in several places on the windward
side of the yard, and the lumber being very
dry and piled compactly, the flames spread
almost instantly through the entire mass
There was limited supply of water at a
well near the passenger house, and at the
tank, but the first soon gave out. Water
was of little use anyhow, except to throw on
the lumber after it had been removed from
the pile. About all that could be done af.
ter the fire had got under headway, was to
remove as much Of the lumber as possible
from the piles, and carry it beyond the
reach of the devouring element. This was
done to some extent and might have been
done to greater extent il all present had
rendered all the assistance in their power,
which good many neglected to do. A
considerable quantity was saved, although
but small proportion Of the whole amoant
in the yard, about 100000 feet. Mr.. Mills,
the resident partners estimates the loss at
$4,000 on which there was no insurance.
fbe books and papers were all saved.
y The loss of this lumber will be severely
felt, not only by the owners, especially Mr..
Mills the resident partner, but by the pub.
lie, who depended upon it for immediate
use upon improvements in progress.
The fire was unquestionably the work of
incendaries. No fire had been used about
the yard for several days it could not have
been communicated from the trains which
pass at too great distance to communi-
cate fire from the locomotives, and the time
was unreasonable for smokers to be about.
About the time of the discovery of the fire
a-man was noticed going down the track,
and another going over the bluff, both of
whom acted suspiclously; but we have not
learned of any arrest being made, or any
late discoveries confra,atory of these suspi.
olons. ltisto be hoped that the fiends
who perpetrated this hsllish outrage will be
speedily discovered and brought to- merited
punishment. i
The weekly Ottumwa courier., 1863-05-14
The Soldiers Vote.

Judge Rorer, in his speech at the Court
House last Thursday afternoon, dicussed
briefly, the oonstitutionality Of the. law per-
mittipg soldiers to vote in the field. The
following is the gist of the argument in
favor Of the law. As Judge Rorer is one Of
the oldest lawyers in the State, and ranks
high at the bar for his experience and
knowledge Of law, we deem his remarks
worthy of consideration, and invite the at.
tention of the reader to them. m.-Ksosaugua
Republican. s
''The right to vote was inherent, and ex-
isted before there was any constitution.
It's like unto one Of those rights, which
in the language Of Justice Blackstone, are
"posterior to the formation of States and
society"
The right is Acknowledged. not granted
by our State bill Of rights, wherein it is de-
clared that "all political power is inherent
in the people," It is Ike our own institu-
tons, founded OF political equality. The
people having no lords nor masters, are
equal.
The constitution is not to them grant
of power or privilege; but restricts some OF
their powers, and transfers others to the
government
Then as this great right existed indepen-
dent of the constitution, and was not con-
ferred by it, that part of the constitution
which declares who may vote, though affirm
ative in language, is merely negative in eff
feet. 1t gives no new right, but denies the
exercise Of the suffrage TO those not therein
described.
Though this provision restricts the mum.
Der of voters. the constitution nowhere fixes
the place or places Of voting or the manner
of taking or giving the votes, except that it
shall be by ballot. All else is left to the
General Assembly. Then as there is no
restriction as to the place in which the citi.
zen shall be when be delivers his bal lot, it
follows that the law which allows him to do
so in another State, is constitutional. In
SO doing he performs duty, for the State
has right to bis vote. In SO doing he ex-
ercises right not parted with on becom.
ing soldier. A right dear to free men
and 'formidabls" only to "tyrsnts'' and
traitors.
The weekly Ottumwa courier., 1863-05-14
Nav York Nav I

<sESHa New York, May IL.
q The Tribune thinks Virginia statements
are as follows: Our forces at Suffolk and
on the Peninsula made demonstration to-
wards Richmond early last week. Lee
was apprised that the rebel capitol mus
fall w!ttout'prompt support from his army.
Lee had already began to send troops to
Richmond Tuesday last. Lee or some one
else with good part of his forces was on
his way to Richmond Thursday. Hooker
with his army freshly provisioned crossed
the Rappahannock Friday night and found
but scarcely regiment in his front, none
worth mentioning this side of North Anna.
Lee or one of his Lieuts. reached Richmond
just in time to prevent It's capture by our
forces from Ft. Monroe. This week will
not pass without stirring news from Rich.
mond or the banks of the Pamunky. .t;.,
The weekly Ottumwa courier., 1863-05-14
OairO Nav IN

oalr0, May 10.
The Memphis Bulletin of last evening
says Grant has sent 300 prisoners to Mill
kens Bend, and that they are all en- route
for Memphis. 2S 't9iafa
Portions of Grants forces were, when
last heard from, within 20 miles of Jackson,
Miss, and had taken several days rations,
and were carrying everything before them.
y 1t is very probable that we are already in
possession of Jackson.
1t is reported that the bridge over Big
Black river is destroyed, thus cutting off
rebe! retreat from, Vicksburg.
! The BulletiE says Junias Brown and A.
D. Richardson, of the New York Tribune,
and Colburn of the New York World, Mr..
Coolbaugh Of the Cincinnati Commercial,
ard Mr.. Beatty of the Cincinnati Gazette,
and Mr.. Rodman of the Chicago Tribune,
were on the tug that was destroyed at
yicksburg Sunday night, and it is feared
that they are all either captured or lost.
The weekly Ottumwa courier., 1863-05-14
The News of the Week.
R. E. LEE
Gen. Com'dg,

An6 news OF the week.
The week has been on exciting one. Start.
ling rumors have abounded We have even
had Richmond taken, and the old flag wav-
ing over it's battlements 1t appears from a
final summing up that Hooker has again
cr ossed the Rappahannock, that Lee is fall
ing back on Richmond closely followed up
by Hooker, and that Dix from Fortress
Monroe, and Negley from North Carolina
are also moving on Richmond from the East
and South. The sudden breaking off OF
authentic dispatches gives color to the be-
lief that important movements are going on
in that quarter, and that great events may
transpre there at any moment.
Misfortune has befallen federal force un
der Col. Straight in Georgia, according to
rebel accounts. Nothing else from Rose
Grams Department. n1 aHaFsra2
The case Of Vallandigham has not yet
been decided. It's final disposition awaits
instructions from Washington, se
Gen. Grant is on Black River, within 90
miles of the Charleston Railroad. A great
battle is expected somewhere on the march
to that point. ts =.
The army correspondents, reported lost on
a tug while running the blockade at Vicks-
burg, are prisoners at Jackson, Miss
The weekly Ottumwa courier., 1863-05-14
CLEANSE YOUR BLOOD,
81 UsINo are ~
SCOVILL'S
Blood and Liver Syrup.

The recipe IL given to all physicians
That they may know what they are using.
The combination Of sarsaparilla with stillingia,
Is well known to all medical men az
The best compound to purity TIE blood ever used
81 Itcures scrofula In all its worst forms.
All diseases of the skin II cures efectualfy.
syphillitic swellings, Erysipelas, scaid Head.
Salt Rheum, Female complaints, Tumors,
Kings EviL and ali diseases arising from any I'm
purity ofthe blood.
Physicians will tell Won to let alone all
proprietary or quack medicines, they call them.
Why For the simple reason that they are put up
with printed directions and the narse aud liable Is
copyrighted. Show them the formula ospreparatton
and in nine out OF ten they will approve Of IT,
There are testimonials from PHI ysicians whose preu
ices are over balanced by their good sense Of the
excellent virtues Of Scovil Blood and Liver Syrup
and who are using II for their private practice
Sold by II. SCOvILL,
The weekly Ottumwa courier., 1863-05-14
NG2 .sla Chm State Executive Com
The State Convention.

n We take occasion to remind onr read ers
IN this County, that the Union Republican
] Convention will be held at Des Moinesl on
the l7th day Of June next, and that it is
time to take measures to be represented in
, said Convention. Will the County Central
we believe, is Chairman, cause call to be
madc for County Convention In season to
insure full representation from Wapello
County. @
The Convention has been called as a Re-
publican Convention, but we have abundant
reason to know that it has been called with
the concurrence ofthe Union men of the
State, and the call itself clearly demon
strates the liberal basis upon which it
rests Practically we all know that the Un-
conditional Union men of the State whether
/ Democrats or Republicans are acting to-
ge.her, and it is quite evident that they
viii continue to do SO. as4 yi be b.
7a Let then this call be responded to in the
Q liberal spirit il. which it is conceived, and
q let the Union men Of the State take meas.
= ures in concert to be represented in the Con
vention. The coming election is Of the ut
y most importance to the preservation of the
Union and our democratic Institutions
There must be no faiterng on the part of
!, the friends of the Union, no neglect of polit-
ical duty. a desperate attempt will be.
made by the Copperheads to carry the
State at this election in opposition to the
administration and the War for the Union.
They cannot succeed if Union men do their
duty
In this connection we will state that al
ready suggestions of names as candidates
for Governor have been made. LA Thom-
rs of Dubuque, Elijah Sells of Benton
County, late Secretary of State and Gen.
Fitz Henry Warren, of Burlington, will un-
doubtedly be prominently before the Con.
rention. They are all good and able men,
and well and favorably known. all over the
State. But while it would afford us. pleas
I are to support either of the gentlemen
named in case the selection is confined to
them, we will say that we should be very
glad to see Gen. Warren elevated to that
position. He has, executive ability Of a
very high order, and elements of strength
otherwise We believe superior to any man in
the State. -..-. -.
The weekly Ottumwa courier., 1863-05-14
r DIR. BAKERS
PAIN PANACEA.

For the cure Of Pain both exter nay and inter-
nallv. The greatest Pain-curing Remedy yet
discovered. Pain cannot long exist where
this remedy Is Faithfully used | { 8
For PAIN in the Stomach, Back and Bowels,
Burns, Bruises, Cuts and Swengs Collie, Dia-
rhea. and Rheumatism, Headache, Toothache
and Earache, and Neuralgia, it cures almost
insta ptaneously III
CHRONIC DISEASES, such as Dyspep.
sia. Liver Complaint, General Debility, Fever
and ague, Canker, or sore mouth, Putrid Sore
Throat, Weak Eyes, Spine and Kidney Disease
Old Sores. Coughs and Colds, and Caked or
Sore Breast. In all the above named diseases
1t only needs to be faithfully used and q cure Is
certain.
DIR, ID. j. Smith, Druggist Of high standing,
In Richmond, Kentucky, says "Dr. BAKERS PAN
ACEA Is doing wonders In this neiehborhood in the
way OF healing the sick, the Rheumatcs among the
number. Perhaps the most REMA case is that
OF old citizen Of this place who had been suffering
from Rheumatism for fifteen gears. He is now we ii
land for the great blessing he now enjoys in the
shape OF uninterrupted good health he is indebted TO
your invaluable PANAcEA. 3s
Proprietor, II. SCOvILL.
The weekly Ottumwa courier., 1863-05-14
Washington. Nav IL.

f Washington, May IL.
Jas. Madison Cuts second comptroller of
the treasury died this morning.
The Richmond Examiner of the 7th saws
the distraction of large trains Of Government
wagons at Atlett's Station and stores of
grain at that place is the most serious loss
we have suffered from the Federal raid The
Government was driving large supplies from
that section, and unfortunately within the
last week largely increased the wagon
train. ali s. a. rs nst.
Another article says in consequence of ac-
tive operations on the field and the limited
transportation, the wounded on the field are
suffering for food. ST.
The weekly Ottumwa courier., 1863-05-14

Adopted By Olige Branch Lodge, No. 81 Of
81 a. r. d A. Masons, at Aqency City, al
u. Stated Netting held, ,Aprn 27th
1863. So:
Whereas the Supreme Architect Of the
universe has seen ft again to sunder our
fraternal chain by the stroke of death. and
to remove NJ. G. Crsamer from the longer
fellowship and communion with us in the
terrestrial Lodge, white he was yet in the
fuil vigor Of manhood, and in the midst Of a
successful career of industry and useful.
ness. esa@ +
Therefore, Resolved by this Lodge that
while we with reverence most humbly bow
before the mandate of Deity, we cannot re-
press the deep sorrow under which we are
weighed down by the consciousness that G
are never again to exchange on earth the
signes and tokens Of fraternity, or the words
Of sincere affection with one so believe
among us as a Brother, so honored, and es.
teemed as a man and citizen. Truly
has death caused. a saddening void in this
Lodge and community.
Resolved that the jewels and furniture Of
the Lodge be clad in mourning; and that
the Brethren wear the usual badge for the
space of thirty days. e
Resolved that sa further evidence of the
sympathy and coincidence Of this Lodge, a
copy ofthesc Resolutions be transmitted to
the widow and family Of our deceased Broth
er.
The weekly Ottumwa courier., 1863-05-14
Lees Report to Jeff Davis.
hesu North Richmond. Nav n.


The following has been received from
Gaines near Fredericksburg. dated May 9Th
and addressed to the President Davis: At
the close Of the battle of Charlottesville on
Sunday the enemy was reported advancing
from Fredericksburg on our rear. Gen Nc
Laws was sent back to arrest his progress
and repulsed him that afternoon. Seeing
that his force consisted of 2 corps under
Genera! Sedgewick, determined to attack
him and force them back yesterday with
Gen. Anderson and united with McLaws
early in the p. m and succeeded by the
blessings Of Heaven in driving Sedgewick
across the river. We have recovered Fred
ericksburg and no enemy remains South of
the Rappahannock in this vicinity. [Sign.
ed, sa
R. e. LEE,
IS Gen. Com'dg,
The weekly Ottumwa courier., 1863-05-14
nEpUCLuCAN STATE CoyyENr,oy

The Republicans of Iowa are reqsested to send
delegates TO State Convention, TO he held In the
city of Des Moines, on Wednesday the TN day Of
June, 1858, to commence at 10 o'clock A. NJ, for the
purpose ofrlacing in nomination 10 be voted for
the ensuing October election candidates for Cover.
nor, Ltsutenant Governor, and one tndge iofthe
Supreme Court and for the transaction of such other
business an may properly come before the Conven-
0on. g-.- . -
The ratio Of representation will he the same as at
Ne last Republican State Convention, viz One del
eEate to each organized county, and one Delegate
additoualf lfr each one hundred votes cast at tAe
last Presidential election for Hon. Abraham Lincoln
ssPresident Of the United States. Fractional votes
OF 90 or more will he entitled TO additional dele
gate. All ctizeEs without distn ction Of party who
are heartily infavor of sustaining the Government
In the use ef all Constitutional and necessary War
measures for the speedy and complete suppression
OF the Rebellion. end the punishment of reason,
who are opposed to the schemes designed to bring
anarchy and biocdshed to own nresides by dt-
vidng the Free States into hostile and petty Con-
Ifederacies: and who still believe in the good old
doctrine Of General Jackson, " TIE Union-H must
ana shdHbe PRESCRIBED. ;" are cordially invited to
unite In se nding Dele gates
County Central Committees are requested to take
such steps as win insure full attendance at the
Convention, and thorough and efficient organza-
uon In their respective counties. e -
JAMES LANE
The weekly Ottumwa courier., 1863-05-14
Newbern. N. c.. Nav s

'A a'9@ tiA tet AcWocius ~. VI, May D.
A report came inside our lines yesterday
that the North Carolina banks refused to
pay their assessment to the Confederate
government, in which determination they
are sanctioned by Gov. Vance, who reitera-
tes his threat to recall the rebel troops
from this State.
The weekly Ottumwa courier., 1863-05-14
Frosal Cairo.

Cairo, May 1.-THE Monitor gunboat
Osage arrived this afternoon frcin St. Louis
snd viii receive her outfit here.
Grant is being largely reinforced at
New Carthage from various sources
Above. - -.
Fire hundred and fifty bales Of cotton are
to be sold at Memphis on the 4th proxino
yfpccial agent of Treasury Department.
The weekly Ottumwa courier., 1863-05-14
PHILADELPHIA. Ma

a HHduSIPHla, may IUt,
The subscription agent reports the sales
OF 5-2o for the week ending Saturday 9Th
to be million dollars.
The aggregate amount sold by VIM.
Cooke and his agents in various cities and
States is S6s ,932 ,15O.
The weekly Ottumwa courier., 1863-05-14
Rebela Retreating.

Grafton, Va, May 1.-THE rebels un
der jackson, Imboden, Jones. and jenkins
are retreating toward the southwest moun
tains. There are now no rebels on the line
OF the Railroad in western Virginia.
The weekly Ottumwa courier., 1863-05-14
Rebel Lines Threatened.

New York, May 11.-A special to the
Press says Gen. Dix's Corps d'armee, with
heavy column under Gen. Negley from N.
O., will soon be threatening the rebel lines
of communication south of Richmond.
The weekly Ottumwa courier., 1863-05-14
New York, Nav III.

A special to the Press says heavy col.
umn under Gen. Negley from N. G. will
soon bo troubling the rebel lines and COM
muaication South of Richmond.
The weekly Ottumwa courier., 1863-05-14
HU GEIES s
CORN PLANTER,

=
feel II my duty to return to you
my sincere thanks for your liberal patronare for The
smong you about two ago for the purpose Of
known as the Missouri Cornpian.er. But like ali
these improvements was called humbuR Like the
Lightning Telegraph the proud Steamer, the mighty
ies, and even down to the common diam ond ri ow-
All had their enemies and who were they class Of
Individuals who were afraid to think or act for them.
serves VINO are slaves to prejudice, handed down
to them by their forefathers as did the father no
must the son. n hoy on horseback Was SUFFICIENT 70
carry the news and stage coach was the best meth
cd Of travelling and anything but the old barshear
and shoveiplow was Eumbup in the w.y Of farmins
But that class are now becoming almost extinct and
wnn,n few yearsit will be great curiosity 10 see
.hat wish to say 10 this that have the greatest
improvement fthe age for planting corn That IL
tne Missouri Corn Planter which has been In use now
uA years. long enough tc crush any thing that was
hnmbug out Of existence, but like the mighty ava.
ianeh II gets stronger as 1t goes ahead
I'll, inns wnat warrant my planter to do. II
use ana work IN any kind Of ground wet or dry, sod
or old. good hand can plant from to 10 scres
choke. In wet ground challenge the world to best
II IN All kinds Of ground with either horse or hand
~ macninss: Any one wishing trial test Of machneS
csn ar pick their place and appoint their time and
miles North Of ottumwa Iowa. Planters for sale At
Daggett Z Edgerly, Ottumwa Iowa.
l.. ID. McGlason, Kirkville. 8, ~ -~
A.. +. Seberger Osk kalooss. "a sg
I. D. Baker, Iowaville-
9. L; L. L. Stuart 4miles South OF oskaloosa.
A. a; J, Mears Gosport Marion County. 9d
w. H. Freeman Bloomfield,
B. Shaw 4 Cont. Pleasant,
4 VIII hear give few names Of those who have Us
Ga them the past year. shall not give all a. there
xiswanS Um smouxn W IN one Newspaper:
~ wilkerson, Farnum Whitcomb, Jas. M Peck, O.
hosier sss a; and 9. Harlem, L. D. and L. NJ Carpsp
also have few County rights for sale In the Eas
tern and Northern parts Of the State, or would ex-
change them for real estate. -g
Manuisctnred by w. 9. Hughes Ottunwa Iowa, TO
Wncm AL orders for planters should be addressed.
W.S.HUGHES
P.e also have the Agency for Owens celebrated
Double Diamond Corn Pfow
Ottnmws April I'd 1858, 2-15-4m
The weekly Ottumwa courier., 1863-05-14
NEW ADVERTISEMENTS.
M/CH/eAN CENTRAL
- a II !" 90 ID
E GREAT CENTRAL ROUTE
To New York, New England and shs
fs A 4 Canadas.

T~~.~@~sASs
On snd amer Sunday, Apl TO- 1s6S trains leave the
Sreat central Union Depot foot ofLake street. -
18oa. m. Day Express, Except sundays) STRIVES a.
Detroit $50 p M; Suspension Bridge $3.50 q. m; Al
p. m.
7:I5p.m Night Express, Except Saturdays, ,)araves
- Detroit 6:05 .. m; Suspension Bridge 400 p. M;
Albany As .. m; New York 1915 m; Boston ESQ
p. m.
Cincinnati trains, via M. @. railroad leave Chicago
at 80 am. mail train L 10 pm. Fast Express
The 715 p. m. train leaving Chicago runs through
TO Cincinnati without change OF cars or baggage.
Ruttan's Patent ventliators oncars Of Day Express
Trains
Patent Sleeping Cars on al night trains.
a. Baggage checked through.
THROUGH TICKETS for sale In All princlpal Rai n.
road Offices in the West, at the General Office, corner
Lake and Dearborn streets, (under the fremont
House, } Chicago, and at the Depot
II. N RICE, General uperintendent.
II. Q. WENTWORTH: Western Psss. Ag't.