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The Portland daily press., 1863-08-20

ESCAPE OF TAcoNY PRATEs.-It will be
recollected that shortly after the capture, and
confinement In Fort Preble, of the Tacony
pirates, most of them were removed to Fort
Warren, Boston harbor, for safe keeping
Tuesday night three of the rascals succeeded
in escaping from the fort. The Boston Jour-
nal Of last evening gives the following account
of the affair:
Sometime during last night five rebel pris-
oners, confined in Fort Warren attempted an
escape, in which three succeeded. One ac-
count states that all were of the crew of the
pirate Tacony, another that only the masters
mate effected his escape, and that of the other
two one was a rebel lieutenant. The three
successful ones, after getting outside the fort in
some way not yet explained, fioated over to
Lovel's island on frame work used for tar
get practice, ard there stole yacht in which
they stood out TO sea- The other two failed
probably from the insuffciency of the frame
to hold them all, and hid themselves on the
island outside the walls, where they were dis
covered by the guard when the alarm was
given. The officers of the fort at once dis
patched two sailing vessels in pursuit, and two
oflicers'came on board the steamer Rose STAN
dish on her trip up from bingham this morning,
for the purpose probably Of securing steamer
Tor more speedy pursuit. Capt. Mckim went
down to the fort this forenoon on a tug-boat,
doubtless with reference to the escape. The
Tacony pirates seem to be a remarkably en-
terprsing and plucky set of rascals, or the
strength of Fort Warren and the vigilance of
its officers are not of a very high standard.
We learn later that the names of the prison.
ers who escaped are Lieut.. Alexander, masters
mate Pride, and seaman of the Tacony nam
ed Thomas Sherman. OF the two who were
caught, one was Lieut.. Reed, commander of
the Tacony, and the other one of the crew."
The Portland daily press., 1863-08-20
New Publications.

The BIvoUAc AND THE BATTLE FIELD, or campaign
sketches In Virginia and Mary land; BY George F.
noyes, captain of U. s. volunteers published by
na,per Brothers.; duodecimo. PIP. $3.50. For sale
IN TINS city by Hall L. Davis, Exchar &c street.
Ihis spnghtiy and interesting volume is from the
pen OF our townsman Capt. Moves. who served in
the campaigns of Virginia aud Maryland as Captain
Of volunteers 1t abounds in facts and incidents
agreeably narrated, in soldiers life, which none
but soldier is in possession Of 1t represents .n.
terror views" of tent life and the everyday occur
rences that the historian might deem of but little i'm
portance, while to the soldier and all interested in
the details of military life they are of the deepest
interest. The writer describes mainly the scenes of
which he was eye witness and in which he was an
actor. The past and present reputation of the au-
thors full guaranty of the tuthfuness Of the state
ments This work will be read with interest by ev.
cry loyal citizen into whose possession It may come.
The Portland daily press., 1863-08-20

SICK AND WOUNDED SoLpIERs.-The fol-
lowing is a list of Maine soldiers at Fort
Schuyler, n. Y:
G. c. Fuller, Co. A, 2Sth; Geo. w. Gardiner.
East Machias, Co. II, 2Sth Charles E. Plais-
ted, Phillips, Co. d, 2Sth; Sergt. r. W. Soule,
do; Geo. ID. Stems, Co. ID, 2Sih: John w.
Hartford, Georgetown, Co. +, 18th; N. b. Sar-
gent, Montyille, Co. G, 2sth; Owen Sargent,
do: John M. Stevens, Wiscasset, Co. f, 18th !;
Daniel Mcdonald. Co. |, 2Sth; Robert Howell,
Oldtown, Co. l, 18th; Almon S. Tarr, George
town, Co. +, 2Sth; Geo. E. Coombs, Vinalha-
ven, Co. q, 2Sth: Surgeon E. f. Plaisted, 2Sth
Maine; r. Dakeman, Co. C, 22d; ID. II. Morri-
son, Perry, Co. E, 18th; p. Witham, Bucks
port, Co l, 2Slh; r. A. Whithee, Arson, Co.
A, 2Sth; r. Burroughs, Co. G, 2Sth; Geo. Bal
ley, Wiscasset, Co. +, 2Sth; w. w. Paris,
Pittston, Co. !, 2sth; w. B. Grindel, Brewer,
Co. !, 2sth; Alfred Sherman, Edgcomb, Co.
l., 2Sth.
The Portland daily press., 1863-08-20

MEETING OF THE LOYAL UNION LEAGUE.
The first meeting of the Loyal Union League
of this city, was held last evening. It's object
was to secure success in the coming election.
There was very large number present, not
withstanding the severe hot weather.
In the absence Of the President, the meeting
was called to order by Nathan Webb, Esq,
Vice-President, who made few appropriate
remarks. Speeches were made by Messrs.
Edward Fox, John Neal, Charles Holden and
John I. Gilman, Esqs. The best of feelings
prevailed, and all were determined to do their
whole duty at the coming election.
In one Of the speeches an allusion was made
to the position OF Hon. Albert G. Jewett, and
the course he had pursued on former occa-
sions, which was received with enthusiastic
applause. Mr.. Jewett is to address our citi-
zens this evening, at the City Hall.
|, About half past nine O'Clock the meeting ad-
journed.
The Portland daily press., 1863-08-20
BY TELEGRAPH II.
TOTHE
Portland Daily Press.
FOUR DAYS
LATER FROM EUROPE.
Arrival of Steamship sidon off Cape Race.

ST.. JOHNS, n. f., Aug. 10.
The steamship Sidon, from Liverpool the
18th and Queenstown 18th, arrived at o'clock
this afternoon.
The steamship City of Limerick and City of
London arrived out on the 18th.
The Times says rumor was current at
Chatham that in consequence of the recent
menacing news from America, government in
tends sending additional troops to British
North America.
The Times says it should not be surprised il
something grew out of the alleged proposition
from JEFF. Davis to Napoleon for an offensive
and defensive alliance between Mexico and
the French protection and the Confederates,
which would be quite consistent with the late
French policy. The world might look with
favor on such contingency, but absolute
neutrality would be England's policy
The Times looks upon the election of Arch
duke Macmillan in Mexico as important, as
it will have tendency to a union between
France and Austria, and division between
France and America. The North must be in
censed against Napoleon, and the Federal
power can hardly fail to come into collision
with the new empire.
The Daily News is bitter on the French pol
icy in Mexico, and does not believe that the
Archduke Macmillan will accept the posi-
ton.
The Patrie says the Archduke made his ac-
ceptance dependent on the consent of the EN-
peror of Austria. The La France says if he
accepts, France and England will recognize
him Immediately, and other powers will follow.
The Emperor and Empress of France sent
their congratulations TO the Archduke.
The Polish question exhibits no new phase,
but public opinion points to peace.
1t is reported that Austria has sent propo-
sition to Russia containing a slight nominal
modification.
The La France asserts that the French note
firmly maintains the claims advanced by the
three Powers, but it is drawn up in spirit OF
moderation.
Engagements continue between the insur-
gents and troops.
Twenty-seven German princes have accept
ed the Emperor of Austrias invitation to the
conference at Frankfort.
China telegram announces that Japan af-
fairs are temporarily settled.
The American Legation was burned.
1t is generally asserted that Macmillan will
accept the Mexican crown.
The Portland daily press., 1863-08-20
New York Market.

NEW YORK, Aug. 10.
Cotton--unchanged at &c for Midding Upands
sales by auction for government account 1000 bales
at 53l q 56t and Ill bales damaged at 23I "a 56j.
FlOur-State and Western frmer for new az d dull
for old; Superfne State 95 a 90; Extra GO &c "a
4 95; Choice do 4 80 a 10; Round Hoop Ohio s Is
q 40; Choice do As a 90: Western 80; COM
mon to good Extra Western 4 IS a 4 95; Southern
&c higher; mixed to good 80 a 80; Fancy and Ex-
ira 80 9 800; Canada SC higher; common Extra
- q $50; Extra good to choices 90 q Z 90.
Wheat-dull, and in favor of BUYERS; Chicago
Spring 81 a 10; Milwaukee Club % "a Is; amber
Iowa 10 q 25; red Winter Western Is a. "a !:
amber Michigan 81 q 30; common Winter red
Illinois 05.
Corn-frm and in fair demand; Mixed Western
81 a IS.
Beef-dull
Pork-dull and heavy.
Sugar-in fair demand; New Orleans I2J a IL! /;
Muscoyado 81 q 11t Porto Rico IL q l2i.
Enthusiastically; Muscovadu SO a 40.
Frcights to Liverpool dull and lower.
The Portland daily press., 1863-08-20
Commercial.

COmmefclaIs
Per steamship Slidon at Cape Race
LIVERPOOL COTTON MARKET, Aug. l2.-The
sales for two days 5000 bales including 5000 to
spectators and exporters. The market closed
hrmer at slight advance all qualities Trade re.
port Manchester market closed frmer, with an up
ward tendency.
LIVERPOOL BREADSTUFFS MARKET-Rich-
ardson, Spence Co. and others reports Flour
heavy and q Is lower. Corn steady at 26s Sd "a 26s
3d. y -
LIVERPOOL PROVISIONS MARKET.-Beef
steady. Pork steady. Bacon steady.
LIVERPOOL PRODUCE MARKET. Ashes
inactive. sugar firmer. Coffee steady. Rice ad-
vancing. Linceed oil firm. Resin no sales Spirits
turpen.ine nominal. Petroleum tending upwards
with small sales.
--latest via Queenstown
LIVERPOOL COTTON MARKET Aug 49, Sales
on Wednesday and Thursday were l0OOj bales, in.
Guiding 1000 to spectators and exporters The mar.
ket closed buoyant, at Tuesdays prices.
LIVERPOOL BREADSrUFFS Markell.
active and prices for -four and wheat tending down
ward. Corn frmer. Provisions firm, with an up-
ward tendency.
LONDON MONEY MARKET. Aug. 10, r. NJ Con-
soils closed at 93i for money.
AMERICAN SECURITIES Illinois Central 1s
q 81 discount; Erie 10 q "A.
The Portland daily press., 1863-08-20
From Washington,

WASHINGTON, Aug. 10.
Instructions were issued to-day, by the Post
Office department, that all mail matters de-
posted in any Post office and addressed 10
any executive department, or any officer tlfsre-
in, on which the postage is unpaid, and which
the dead letter office.
Count Nicholas George was, to-day, intro
duced to the President, by the acting Secre-
tary of State, and delivered his credentials.
and was received as Minister resident, of his
Majesty the Emperor of Austria.
The Portland daily press., 1863-08-20
LIENS from the South West.

MEMPHIS, Aug. 10.
The Selma, Ala, papers of the 18th say the
subject of foreign intervention has ceased to
be the theme of conversation.
A despatch from Morton, Miss, dated 9th,
says Gen. Logan had attacked the iederals 100
strong few days before near Jackson. Ala,
taking large number Of prisoners and two
pieces of artillery.
Fourteen hundred conscripts from West
Tennessee were at Okolano, waiting for arms.
There is no news of interest from Vicks-
burg. Sherman's headquarters were near Os-
trahan's old quarters, two miles from the Big
Black river.
Gen. Dodge is much better, and will proba-
bly, 60 north to recruit his health
The Portland daily press., 1863-08-20
From Charleston-Terrific Bombardment o
Fort Sumter.

WASHINGTON, Aug. 10.
The government received dispatch from
Charleston via Fortress Monroe this morning.
TO the effect that on Friday and Saturday the
bombardnent was terrific. The action of the
sea was so great on Sunday that the gun5oats
could not operate with the land batteries with
any good result. On Monday it was expected
that the sea would be smooth enough to en-
able the iron clads to join again in the attack
ms dispatch says there was report that
Gen. Gilmore had succeeded in reaching the
city of Charleston with one of his long range
guns, and had actually thrown shots Into the
city TO such an extent as to call for flag of
truce from Gen. Beauregard on the subject.
1t is proper to say in this connection that
there is no official confirmation of the above
or of this wonderful exploit 10 gunnery, nor
Is the report believed by military engineers in
this city.
The Portland daily press., 1863-08-20

THE New YORK ITALIAN CONCERT CON-
PANY.-We hear that these celebrated artists
among whom are Madame Virginia Lorini,
Mad'lle Morenzi and Signor G. A. Sconcia are
about to give another series of concerts. Be-
sides Portland, Augusta, Bath and Bangor are
to be visited; and the first concert of the Sc
ries is TO be given in Portsmouth on Monday
night The services Of Mr.. Kingston, lately
manager for Miss Kate Reynolds, have been
secured to ensure success to the enterprise.
The Portland daily press., 1863-08-20

The Draft in New York-From New Orleans
NEW YORK, Aug. 10.
The draft to-day has proceeded without any
demonstration other than jolly remarks rela-
tive to the elected. Military arrangements,
however, will continue, and Gen. Candy. who
commands the government forces here, is I'M
ceasing in his vigilance, remaining with his
staff at the headquarters. 1t is proper to state
that through the measures taken BY this Off
Ger mob certainly could not live one hour
either in New York city or Brooklyn. About
one thousand names were drawn to-day. The
militia are ali at their ar.nories, but will not be
called unless private property cannot be pro-
tected by the police. The Provost Marshal
and other officials are fully protected by de-
tachments OF the 9th Massachusetts and other
regiments.
Advices per Columbia from New Orleans
state that by the reopening OF the Mississippi
all kinds of provisions had fallen in that city
below New York. Flour that two weeks ago
was $13 a Sl4 per barrel is now sold for So,
and other articles in like proportion. The
confiscation OF rebel property is going on, the
latest seizure being the Bulletin building, with
types, presses, &c. There are indications of a
movement of the army before long.
The 18th Army Corps, formerly commanded
by Gen. McClearned and now by Gen. Ord,
has arrived at New Orleans.
The Portland daily press., 1863-08-20

DELEGATES TO THE COUNTY CONVENTION.
At meeting OF the delegates elected at the
Ward meetings held Monday evening, yester-
day afternoon, the following delegates at large
were chosen: John Lynch, Edward Fox,
George W. Woodman, Franklin C. Moody,
George w. Beal.
The delegates from Portland are requested
to meet at the Loyal League rooms at half
past nine o'clock this morning. A full and
punctual attendance is requested.
The Portland daily press., 1863-08-20

A . full meeting of the creditors Of the late John
"A Rounds. held this day, pursuant to previous mo-
tice, the whole subject matter being referred TO .
committee OF NINE duly appointed for that purpose,
who reported as owswhieh reports hereby
imoHsiy accepted.
From the Probate Records
Whole amount Of claims allowed against the
INVENTORY OF THE ESTATE
Cash, xlso %
Goods aud chattels, 246 es
Rights and credits, 4,i90 Is
AND FURTHER THE PRoBArE RECORDS SAITH NOT.
Sufficient. however, Is here apparent that instead
Of 20 per cent, the estate should have paid aud did
in reality pay about s5 per cent less the cost Of ad-
minisfration. and the furniture 1925 66l.
Sewcl c. Strout, Howard & Stroutl '.As COUNSEL
FOR THE ADMINISTRATIVE" according to his otrn
account has had all the claims against tho estate.
less that of s5i.54 at New York, ASSIGNED To HIM
SELF FOR 20 PER CENT. As evidence that said Strout
has not paid over 20 per cent s5616 IS of these
claims. reference is had to the following letter. a.
constituting part Of this report.
PoRTLAxp, March 81. 1859.
Messrs Smith Strattoa, Ne,c York.
The dividend upon the claims against the estate Of
John Rounds Is 20 per cent amounting upon your
claim to SO 50. You have the amount by send
ing an order r for !, to any one here The dividend
since, and had forgotten about your claim.
7n a0 %esd ,ssy ,,o, \. :; 9; srHour.
e57 4254 "a Is 1876 49, at 20 per cent 81 1856 80
Goods and chattels furniture, &c..) the Court
allowed the ADMINISTRATIVE to retain. 246 Sc
to the Administrative, as per his account
in pdrt rendered her, 975 90
Amount Of the New York claim remaining
unsettled, "a 54
s2.n1 IS
This amount, 81. All IS, taken from the assets,
ss6 ST. supposing the N. York claim of s54 "a, TO
be paid in full, show balance of s2.4s5 o. Tess he
COST o. administration, uNAccouNrED FOR IN THE
HANDS OF SEwELL C. STRoUr. trhich Of right, to-
gefher Nth the 1915 ADORE set rtk should hare been
paid to the respectire creditors Of said estate.
Your Committee, therefore, upon a full and dis
passionate review Of the whole matter. are of opn
ion that BY reason OF the interpretations of said
Strout all the creditors, except ID. T. Chase, havc
been cheated out of their just dues, and recommend
TO each of them TO take such legal measures as the
laws may afford. to compel said Strout to make good
the difference between what they scveray got. and
what the estate should have paid, and ,couid have
paid had the original entries the books Of the Pro.
ate Records been. faithfully carried out.
ID. I. CHASE, Chairman.
MOSES MORRILL,. Secretary.
Portland, April 20, 1868. apps Tn S&Tutf
The Portland daily press., 1863-08-20

CAIRO, Aug. 10.
Gen. Grant has issued orders that all per-
sons having cotton and other produce that are
required by the army, will be allowed to bring
the same to any military post within the State
Of Mississippi and abandon it to the agent of
the Treasury Department, TO be disposed of in
accordance with the regulations of the Secre-
tary OF the Treasury. At a post where there
Is no agent the Quartermaster will receive and
hold it until orders are received from the
agent, or send it to Memphis.
The Portland daily press., 1863-08-20
A REMARKABLE CURE OF CASE OF DROP
ST CURED BY MRS. MANCHESTER

a REMARhABLE CURE OF A CASE OF DROP
SY CURED By MRS. MANCHESTER.
This is to certify that have been cured of the
Dropsy of fifteen years standing by Mrs. Manches-
ter. have been to ply scians in Bosto~, New York
and Philadelphia. They all told me that they could
do nothing for me, unless they tapped me. and as
sured me that by tapping could live but short
time. had made up my mind to go home and live
as long as could with the disease, and then die On
my way home stayed over night in Portland with
friend of mine, and told them what my mind was
in regard to my disease. They finally persuaded me
to go and see Mrs. Manchester. She examined me
and told me my case exactly.
was so much astonished to think that she told me
correctly, that told her that would take her mcdi-
cnes. not having the least aitk that they would do
me any good that should get the slightest relief
from any course whatever; finally took the mcdi-
cine and went home. In one week from the time
commenced taking the medicine, 1 had over three
gallons of water pass me in hours and my fell
low sufferers may be assured that it great relief
to me. had not been able to lie down in bed at
night before this for two years. Now can lie down
with perfect ease. have taken her medicine for
eight months. and am well as any man could wish
to be, and no signs of dropsy. would advise all
that sick 10 go and consult Mrs. Manchester,
even il they have been given up by other ply.
sicians. have sent her number of cases of other
diseases, and she has cured them also. Go and see
for yourselves. l had faith, but now my faith
cannot be shaked in her skill in telling and curing
disease.
CHARLES s. HARMON,
SARAH +. HARMON,
MARY A. HARMON.
Bangor, naine, April 3D.
OFFICE HouRs-From A. NJ tiiI5rM
augl7 ms outale
The Portland daily press., 1863-08-20
u ATrERs ABOUT TOWN.
United states Circuit Court.
CLIFFORD, j., PRESIDING.

WEpNEsDAY-John Buckley, Jr., ct al,
petitioners for certiorar to quash the proceed
ings of the Justices of the Peace, who had
administered the poor debters oath to Richard
X. Page Of HallowelI. The case was argued
by John Rand, Esq, for petitioner, and by
Hon. George Evans for the respondent. De-
cision reserved.
The petit jury will come in Thursday morn
inu
The Portland daily press., 1863-08-20

: Unconstitutional Shepley left yesterday
morning for Washington, where he will receive
instructions and Immediately depart for New
Orleans.
Hon. Albert G. Jewett arrived in the city
yesterday afternoon from Belfast, and is stop
ping at the United States Hotel.
The Portland daily press., 1863-08-20
From Fortress Monroe Richmond Items.
Eoprprss Mnrpau A,c ~

FORTRESS MONROE. Aug. II.
Capt. Hodgkiss, commander Of the gunboat
Gen. Putnam, and one OF his men were killed
yesterday morning by guerrllas on the Rap
pahannock river. The Captains remains have
arrived here and will be embalmed to-day.
Two brothers have just arrived here from
Richmond. They were residents of Beaufort,
&c, which place they left on May last. They
were arrested and sent to Richmond and in
generated in Castle Thunder, where they re-
manned until July goth. They were then con-
scrlpted and taken TO Camp Lee, where they
remained nine days, when they succeeded in
making their escape and came down the PEN
insula via the Pamunky River and Yorktown.
They are sworn enemies to the rebel cause.
They report that most of the Notifications
around Richmond have no guns mounted, and
they saw none to mount The rebels in and
around Richmond are very limited in number.
jenkins brigade numbered $500 men, who
were sometimes in Richmond and sometimes
In North Carolina. Gen. Wise was near Rich
mond, and has not over 500 men in his com
mand. Lees men are deserving him by hun
dreds and companies at time.
The Portland daily press., 1863-08-20
HarpsweII Academy.

TINE Fall Term of this Institution viii begin
i on Tuesday, Sept. LIST. and continue eleven
weeks, under the instruction of ISAIAH TRUFANT,
A. b., with such assistants the interest of the
school may demand.
Board with furnished room, wood, lights &c. 80
per week. All communications should be addressed
to the Principal.
Harpswel, Aug. 10, 1868. w3wS
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ONE OF THE GREATEST CURES on RECORD
Mas. MANcHEsrER-Dcar Madam Thinking
statement of my case may be of service to others
similarly afflicted, hasten to give 1t to you.
This is briefly my case-I was taken sick about Is
months ago with the Liver Complaint in very bad
form. applied to four different ply sicians but re-
ceived no benefit until called You At that time
had given up business and was in very bad state,
but after taking your medicine for a short time be-
gan to recaxer. and in two months was entirely
well. and had gained several pounds of flesh, and
can truly say that by your skill perfectly heal
thy man. JOSEPH DAVIS.
Boston Maine Depot Portland, Ne.
The Portland daily press., 1863-08-20

u The stockholders of the Westbrook
Manufacturing Company will see by notice
in our advertising columns, that their annual
meeting for the choice of officers will be on
Tuesday, the 18th inst.
The Portland daily press., 1863-08-20
Guns and Knapsacks (!

T will receive bids until Monday, the oath, for the
l. sale of 90 MUSkETS, badly broken; So RIFLES
badly broken; $50 MUSkETS, WHOLE but unfit for
service; and S75 unfinished kNAPSACKS, with
leather and copper rivets attached. Offers may be
made for the LOT, or in separate parcels specified
in this city any time on or before the Path
CHARLES HOLDEN.
Portland, Aug. Is, 1868. eodt24th
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DATURA ARRoRENsIs.-On OF these rare
ana beautiful plants may be seen in full bloom
IN the yard or on the balcony of Capt. Charles
Richardson, on Cumberland St.s 1t stands
about seven or eight feet high, and is covered
withits large, white fragrant blossoms.
The Portland daily press., 1863-08-20
AUCTION SALES.
z. NJ. PATrEN, Auctioneer-0dice. Exchange st
Portland.


IN Thursday, August 10th, at 10 4. n. ON the
~ premises will be sold eight very desirable Lots
in the Village Of Gorham. Me- sit1stcd On Wsfer
street, near the r. & c. Depot
Cars leave Portland ut 745 A. n Plans ran H.
seen at the auctoneer's Office.
Terms at sale. aus1x dtd
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Municipal Court---Aug. 10.

Margaret Burke, was brought before Court,
complained of for assault and battery on Bird
get O'Donnell. The evidence tended to show
that Bridget was the guilty party, and Marga-
ret was discharged Sweat & Cleaves for the
defense,
The Portland daily press., 1863-08-20
ARRESTED FOR PrRJ,,Ry-Thomas Lear,

ARRESTED FOR PERJURY.-Thomas Leary
of Boston, of whom we gave an account day
or two since, of his attempt to release his
brother who had enlisted and received pay as
substitute in this city, was yesterday arrest
ed in Boston, ON the charge of perjury, and
was taken before U. S. Commissioner who
ordered him to recognize in the sum of $3.50
for his appearance in this city for examination.