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The Burlington weekly hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington [Iowa]) 1860-1876, 1863-11-21
Later From New Orleans.

New YORK, Nov. 19.-The steamer Gre
ole from New Orleans, 18th inst, has ar
rived, and brings later dates from Bayou
Teche, relative to the attack on Washbune s
advaI ce, which show our loss in killed
wounded and prisoners at 677. The 9th
Indiana was captured almost entire. The
18th and 9TH Indiana, and Goth Ohio lost
heavily. The rebels outnumbered our
force five to one. We excelled them in ar
tillery, which at short-range is thought to
have swept off large numbers of the rebels.
1t is reported that the Sd Army Corps is
ordered to Texas via the Gulf Gen.
Wordsworth and Adjutant General Thomas
had arrived at New Orleans.
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Assurances ofDeIiyery.

PHILADELPHIA, Nov. 19.-Every ASST
rance has been given to the Christian
Commission that the stores sent to our
Union sufferers in the Richmond prisons
reach them. Gen. Meredith, u. S. Com
missioner of Exchange at Fortress Mon
roe, engages to receive all sent to his care
by express and send them under flag of
truce to City Point. Commissioner Dude
gives written assurance that they will be
received at City Point and delivered to the
prisoners to whom they are directed
Gen. Neal Dow and other reliable men
among the prisoners will receive and dis
tribute whatever is sent.
The Burlington weekly hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington [Iowa]) 1860-1876, 1863-11-21
From Western Virginia.

WASHINGTON, Nov. 19.-The following
was received to-day at the headquarters Of
OF the Army:
CUMBERLAND, MD, Nov. 1s.-To Brig.
Gen, Cullun,, chief Of STAFF: Gen. AveriIl
has arrived at New Creek, at or near Gov
ington. He encountered and dispersed a
portion Of Imboden's command, on the
way to reinforce Echols. He captured
Is prisoners. There is not at this time an
organized force of rebels within the bounds
of the new State of Western Virginia.
FSignedl B. +. KELLY, Brig. Gen.
The Burlington weekly hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington [Iowa]) 1860-1876, 1863-11-21
Union Pacific Railway.

CHICAGO, Nov. 1S.-The first section of
forty miles of the Union Pacific Railway,
Eastern Division, has been graded by
Samuel Hallett & Brothers, in As days.
Forty thousand ties have been delivered,
and the masonry and bridging is nearly
done. Four thousand tons of rails and the
rolling stock is in course of delivery. 1t
is confidently expected that the cars will
be in operation by New Years day, 1864.
The Burlington weekly hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington [Iowa]) 1860-1876, 1863-11-21
The Gettysburg National Gene.

GETTYSBURG, Nov. 19.-This famous lit
tie town is overfowing with people assem-
bled to witness the dedication of the Ma
tional Cemetry. Special trains have bro't
thousands, and other thousands have come
in from the surrounding country. Presi-
dent Lincoln and the distinguished party
accompanying him, arrived here yester-
day p. m, and soon after the special train
from Harrisburg brought Gov. Curtin and
several others, together with numerous
gentlemen of military and civil life. The
weather is fine. The programme has been
carried out successfully. ...
The Burlington weekly hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington [Iowa]) 1860-1876, 1863-11-21
From Chattanooga.

CHATTA NooGA, Nov. Manifestations
from the Rebel army is now more numer.
Bragg from Middle Tennessee. The de-
moralization of the rebels increases daily ::
on the other hand Grants troops are all in
splendid spirits. Re-enlistments in veteran
corps are more numerous than was expect
ed, and good authority says that not less
than four fifths of the entire force will en-
ter the army for the new term. All quiet.
Weather fine and cool.
The Burlington weekly hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington [Iowa]) 1860-1876, 1863-11-21
From Richmond.

RICHMOND, Nov. 1S.-A Richmond dis
patch says advices from Northern Virginia
show that Meade is advancing with the
view of bringing on a general engagement,
which, probably, will not be denied him
when the proper time arrives. Meade's
whole army is said to be South of the Rap
pahannock. His advance yesterday was
several miles south of the Court House,
going in the direction of the several fords
of the Rapidan.
The Burlington weekly hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington [Iowa]) 1860-1876, 1863-11-21
Arrival of Paroled Prisoners.

BALTIMORE, Nov. 1S.-Three hundred
and fifty paroied men have arrived at An
napolis from Richmond. They are in a
wretched condition. Six of them died on
the way up. The Christian Commission is
administering to their relief. They are
sadly in need OF underclothing and other
nacnSSarjaS
The Burlington weekly hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington [Iowa]) 1860-1876, 1863-11-21
Humanity of the ChiyaIry.

BALTIMORE, Nov. 19.-The intelligence
from our prisoners at Richmond is most
gloomy. No meat had been furnished them
for u days. The prisoners on Belle Island
had been killing and eating dogs to sustain
life. The supplies furnished by the Balti-
more Relief fund are forwarded daily.
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The Rebels will Neither Feed our
Prisoners nor Allow us to DO So.

FORT MONROE, Nov. 16.-The steamer
Convoy, which left here last Saturday with
provisions and clothing for our soldiers
held as prisoners in Richmond, returned
to-day, bringing back the provisions and
clothing. Col. Finy, who had charge of
the matter, was refused the privilege of
taking the rations to Richmond.
The Burlington weekly hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington [Iowa]) 1860-1876, 1863-11-21
From Charleston.

NEW YORK, Nov. 1S.-A Folly Island
letter, of the 14th, to the Tribune says
Matters remain pretty much in the same
stage as they lately were. At last advices,
the bombardment of Sumter still contin-
ued at intervals, our batteries being occu-
pied principally in returning the fire OF
Fort Moultrie and the works on Sullivan
Tel,
The Burlington weekly hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington [Iowa]) 1860-1876, 1863-11-21
Want to Consolidate,

BOSTON, Nov. 19.-The special meeting
yesterday of the Stockholders OF the Bos-
ton and Worcester Railroad, to consider
the subject of the renewal of the applica-
ton to the Legislature for authority to con-
solidate that road with the Western, result
ed in a majority for the consolidation of
2,6Q shares.
The Burlington weekly hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington [Iowa]) 1860-1876, 1863-11-21
Massachusetts Legislature.

Boston, Nov. 1.-THE Legislature pass
ed the Bounty bill, and will adjourn to-
morrow morning. There is heavy penal
ty for fraudulent attempts to obtain the
bounty on enlistment. Bill of last year
was amended so as to put a check on sub
stitute to brokerage
The Burlington weekly hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington [Iowa]) 1860-1876, 1863-11-21

James Sutherland, who has been on tria
at Indianapolis for four days for killing
Roddy A. Small, was acquitted on Thurs
day. His wife and three children were III
the court at the time. Atterthe announce
ment of the verdict there followed scene'
saws the indianapolis Journal, not often
witnessed in courtroom. The prisoner
that was-a prisoner now no longer-ieIi
upon his knees, and lifting his eyes toward
heaven, uttered an earnest prayerof thanks
giving and praise TO the God whose justice
and mercy had been so wonderfully mani.
tested in him. The prayer was irresIsiaOll
eloquent, and when "Amen" was pro-
nounced, "Amen" came back in Response
from every part of the room, and lnt!e
were tears in every eye. All rose 10 tnei.
feet; the acquitted man advanced ana looH
each iurymun by the hand with q fer'tnS
.God bless you! You have saved an M
nocent man from shame and disgrace; you
have taken foul stain from my nault.-
God bless youn' And to the prosecute 4
whose conduct in the case commands au
miration from all for fairness and honestiS
he gave cordial "God bless you! lhI
old white haired father. whose hrm ru':
had supported the son in the dark hours
trial, now melted in tears of JOY that ~,
boy was acquitted of guilt, and ms 0 TS.
good name remained untarnished. III
Judge, wiping his eyes OF the tears u. WI
had come unbidden, ordered the sheTln
adjourn the court.-Cfn, Gazette.
The Burlington weekly hawk-eye. [volume] (Burlington [Iowa]) 1860-1876, 1863-11-21

WASHINGTON, Nov. 19.-Rebel guerril-
las are growing very bold in Virginia.
They have captured several suffers and
citizens at Falls Church, Fairfax county,
but few miles from Washington.
The story that Lee has fallen back from
the Rapidan is doubted.
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wall, last Friday night. A few were re-
captured.
Especial to Times
WASHINGTON, Nov. 1S.-Lee is falling
back to Hanover Junction, south. Half Of
his army is a protection for Richmond, and
the other half has gone towards Lynchburg
to reinforce or protect the retreat Of the
force sent against Burnside,
Especial to World.l,
WASHINGTON, Nov. lS.-Adyices re-
ceived to-day from the West state that the
rebels are moving on Gen. Burnside's
forces via Loudon, East Tennessee. The
latter are deemed to be in an impregnable
position. 1t is thought that the force now
advancing has been exaggerated some
what.
Arrivals from the front tonight bring
dispatches to show there is nothing of in
terest developed to-day within our lines
rived here. He thinks Lees army is about
$4,000. He adds that the fortitcations on
the Rapldan are formidable.
NEW YORK, Nov. ia Memphis let
ter OF the 18th TO the World states that
there are apprehensions of rebel raid on
that CITY. Gen. Tuttles division has ar
rived there. Guerrillas are active on the
river ana cltiZens are organizing for self
defence.
New YORK, Nov. 19.-The steamer Du-
pont, from charleston Bar, Nov. 10th,
evening, reports that the bonn sardment OF
Sumter continued day and night. The
Fort is much damaged and will be com.
PEELED to surrender in short time.
A New Orleans letter of the 18th to the
Express SAYS: Our loss in the Carbon
Grow affair is not less than 500 killed and
wounded and 1000 prisoners. Our troops
were caught mapping and were greatly
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1863-12-24

A YOUNG HERo.-At the battle OF Montmirail, q
young officer, named Duroser chanced to be in atten.
dance on the emperor at the moment when il became
esseutall to d. spatch order of the generals
ot division; aDdN OpoIeon hastily summoung hlm 10 bis
side, gave him instructions to denver il Without de-
lay.
"Spare neither yourself horse, cir he said stern
y, "fOr there is moment to lose, and return 0t
once to report to ne that my order has been ooyed
Dugosier gallOped Cf amid shower of shot aud shells
and within quarter OF an hour he was again beside
the emperor. His duty was performed.
"IOu have behaved well mOnseu )" said Napoleon
when he had received his report you have heart
and clear head, though you still only youugstrr
l give you a captains brevet, and attach you to my
person. What is your name ?"
Duroser, sme,'
1t seems familiar to me. On what occasion have
l before heard it 2"
was the colonel of the boy battalion your males.
ty."
" Alb, l remember Well, that is an additional
reason why l should attach you to my person."
1t is too late, sre, murmured the yOun0r soldier
loo late. Capt. Durosier and why p
Sire, they have hit me. " Aud as he spoke he with.
drew handkerchief saturated with blood from the
breast of his coat" All will be over Vtve Empet
or Vive Ia Erance?'
He reeed for an instant in his saddle and then fell
heavily into the Of officer who had sprung for
ward to support him. Timoleon Durosier was II
corps.
So young $50 young ~l-and 80 brave Ito die
bis first battlefield ' exclaimed the emperor as be
bent down for an instant the body. Poor boy
Poor BOY !" Then setting spurs to his horse be gal
ope6 CH, unable to linger sad spectacle.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1863-12-24
CONFEOERATE OGNGREss.

.RICHMoED, Dec. 18th, 1853.
1t il always difficult to harmouize the fictng views
OF holvouals and large assemblies great
national Importance hence the real business Con
gress drags its slow length along. Already
importance al the supposed ardinsss
people must recOlect that it requires COMPOSE
the dlderent views digest the schemes presented
ard adopt plans agreeable to the maj rity
ANXIOUS to ind aud adopt possible hods for
the relief of the IL hoped af er maure del h
efaon that wise measures CURRENCY
taxation. repenshlng the and procuri army sup
piles Will DE agreed uyon. The Senate has agre the
p use amendments to The bill epea TIE substitute law
This s the first bill passed during the pesen session AIT
awaits the Presidents approval become a law vi o i5
Is oeleVed Will a. o"ce approve it. lumber OF import
affairs in the master and Comssary Departments
shall forthwith furnish under OATH schedule of all the
property owned at the time Of their app ointment all
hereafter appointed furnish such schedule before
catering On their duties. Another authorizing Score
tarY OF War to receive the in kind of tr sh pork
from the farmers when slaughtered, in lieu OF Cured
government packing houses. This bill if passed will
be great advantage both farmers and govern
ment Another Is to raise four hundred millions direct
taxaton according to the of 1860 Another to
other, lntructng the military committee enquire into
the propriety OF the President dismsIng Office and
putting into the ranks all officers who their mmand
to De euprlsed Another to prevent all and
the naturalization laws Another place in the military
service all persons claiming to be czens of the United
states Dill to organize the Supreme Court Court of
Cialns was postponed until the third Monday January
preamble and resolutions in response LHcolns pro-
camation submitted but laid the table, large ma
JortS OF the members alleging that nothing
House. The death of Mr. Yancey announced in both
Houses and pirate resolutions adopted
pronounced In the Senate by Mr.. Clay of Ala Orr of
South Carolina and Brown of Mssissipp apd the House
by Mr. Chiffon, of Ala Miles, Of s. Co. Graham, Texas
Foote of Tenn Preston Va and Lewis, of Ca after
which both Houses adjoured.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1863-12-24
From the Charleston Courier, 18Th ins
STEGE OF CEiAat4ES1 ON.
ONE HUNDRED AND FIFry-EIGHrH DAY.

ONE HUNDRED AND FIFrY-EIGHTH DAY.
There has been no firing on Fort Sumter since our
asr report and nothing unusual on oGr own side or on
the part of tha eremy Morris island.
OF the accident at Fort SunSer We have received
further particulars, with the list of casualties
which we give below.
From the official report it appears that small mag
aziue in the southwest angle of the FORT containing
about hundred and fifty pounds OF powder, aud
Gu nifty Of small and other ammunition, exploded
ABOUT hai&past nine o'clock Friday morning. The
p0sion gnlted al the materials III the attached,
killing and Wounding all those ii tae immediate vicinity
The W0unded were burnt with greater less severity
The passages were Instantly filed with dense volumes of
smoke introduced by blast Of great strength This
prevented any prolonged or ssfu attempt to ex-
tinguish the fire.
A boat from tie Navy with supply of water buck.
cts was promptly sent the assistance OF the garrison
and rendered all the aid ia their power.
The behaviour of garrison under their trying Cir
cumst tanc s deserves the highest credit.
Mr. W. r. Cathcart, Telegraph Operator, whose
adjoining quarters were completely enveloPed, on at
tempting to make his way out WAS knocked down from
suucati0n but managed afterwards to return and se
cure his instruments. Captain johnson, Engineer Was
every where doing every thing possible to relieve the
men and keep the fire from spreading
Lieut. Harper, of the Twenty fifth ;. q. ", showed
great coolness and galantry in rescud5 burning ooo
| from the emoke and flames
| Captain NJ. FL. Sellers, of the sam3 Company, was
also conspicuous aud rendered great assistance 10 1t
COL Elliott in managing and preserving as much order
as possible Many other incidents rred, exhibiting
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1863-12-24
CONFEDERATE CONGRESS.

RICHMOND, Dec. 18th, 1888.
The cot Of Congress of the 4h April last exempts mail
contractors from military service. The War Department
has refused to discharge from the whom
tracts have been awarded which has
the House few days ago. and resolution of enquiry was
addressed to the President To-day the Presidents reply
was read in the House, submitting lengthy eomnnica
tion from the Secretary of War in justification of his de-
parment the main point of which that in his opinion
the language of the act contempates The exemption
such may have contracts awarded before being enrolled
entering the service, and not discharge those
vice before the contract awarded. Referred.
he Military Committee bill to limit the tenure of Cabinet
and confirmed by the Senate reported back to Ehe
HOUSE by the Judiciary Committee with recommenda-
tien that do not pass when the subject laid the
table,
resolution adopted to enquire the expedency
of amending the l2th section Cf the hu3 act Ito
clude hogs slaughtered by others than producers.
The Committee On the Judiciary instructed t.
enquire if there any law in existence authorizing
the military authorities to require passports of citizens
before travelling ord tboroughfares Of the
try aud report bill to prevent unnecessary interference
with personal rights and protect the efficient organization
Of the army and the general interests of the Government
The committee instructed to inquire into the ten
OF esta bshing Appellate Military Court for appeals
from the jud"mant Of ordinary martial and
large the power Of courts martial to compel the ateuGa
Of Witnesses
The Military Committee reported bill providing that
any officer or private, whom board OF physicians may
clare permanently dsabled. may resign demand his DIS
charge, If he choose may the army
considered furough with pap, unless sstisf
sh0wa that he utterly ulabie to 9elihu0d and
no means OF support ana not provided for the Cos
federate State Governments cosnty parish town.
which officer shall half pay, private
iull pay
After long discussion the last pads the special
der for Monday next
The Senate had long debate On the bill to provide for
February, which amended iu May, sG0p'-
sd when the whole subject laid the table for the
present.
The bill appoint Assistant Post General for
the trans Mississippi was laid on the table.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1863-12-24

Gov. WATTS AND HIS MoTHER.--Wbea Colonel
now Governor-Watts was passing through this city
with his regiment, the 17Gh Alabama, route from
Pensacola Tennessee, bis military suit of Coolederae
grey from wear and exposure had bc0me consderab =
rused and WAS OF very doubtful color. Perhaps it
that seeing great many officers in fac uniforms, al
untarnshed by exposure and Camp service, and unex
ceptonabe in the polish of gilt buttons and gold lace
put it into his head that he ought TO get him suit
We went with him TO place to examine material bat
after looking aroutd awhile be changed bis mind AID
went away without purchasing, fer, he said. his Oh
mother would make him & suit OF ans. There was a
noble mother of noble SOD, and both worthy examples
to their respective sexes Of patriotism Industry,
omY and simplicity Gulf City Home Journal.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1863-12-24
CATALOGUE SAFE
OF imported goods, by Wilkes Norris, Aaotio

17th, 1863.
French corsets s25 each addsr hdk'fg S24 20 n
$32 so per dcz nseys S6 so to 81 Orleans ustre SS IN
S. 75 coburgs So 62s s. 70 prnts assorted coors a
374 81 90 alpaca, 81 so to 50 50 desines ST to 81 5
Welsh flannel 81 IS to 50 fancy flannel $40 scarlet ssx
6 woelen CLOTH $2l to $29 blue broad CLOTH $685. black
do, $5 rolled csmbric 81 to 81 10 mohsr ssE to $2
90 ae"net 81 IS fancy tweeds 81 per yard linen
nIi nQRs s35 dcZ sha wis., $75 each; fancy flannel
snrs $5o per 2; brown cotton drawers $3.50 per doz
co DO snits, $685. merno drawers $40 per doz pins 10
70 per p4ckage. whole and oolored hose, $36
merino halt hose sl per dozen ahos thread, 50 rs
10 50 s74 fax thread $ l2t per b; window glass ses
per box cotton cards, $42 per pair bonnet frsmss SIS
per doz envelopes, $40 $50 per N; paper $50
letter DO $40 20 SGT so cap do $57 per ream;
printing psper, s. 374 per pound steel pers SIS
623 to $40 rs pen holders, sl5 50 per gross; play
ing cards $o per dozen packs; blue mass, 81 campho
10 10 $3; Caomcl 10 IS to $l2 75; basam copaba to
S. so; Chloroorm rs to ST co. csrh ammuna 81 3o er
salts, 62! So caiciDed maEnesa, So Drepared
cha k 81 tartar, 81 10; rolled sulphur 81 95:
chloride potash 50 Is per pouGd NOR hne, $50 per or
ext 50 rs per pound tanning acid, 26 81 Is
per cCpperas, 81 55; alum IS TO 81 co. black pepper
fes 81 623; Congo tea, 62s to Sl; sugar 81 90
brown 81 III 81 40 for crushed S5 rs 40 for loaf;
brown soap, So brown Windsor soaps IS 25 to SIS rs per
dozen; CASTLE soap s. IS per round; dsh 30 81
pcuLd; salmon 40 70 81 5; mackeTe 500 per barre
sarGines l2 10 675 per pickles. $l25 per dozen
dczn Freuch cali ssins 500 $40; sheep skins yer
dozeG Ladies CATERS $50 SAT; ladies grain boots So 5O
ladies' kid boots $780, girls and cashmere boots $24
French caif $44 brogAns $7
airy boots SIS; short We in boots $50 pairs aco
ho $40 $72 brandy S92 so TO $07 50 Hol8Id gia S45
Bou bon whskey $2J5 to $225 dozen olive OIL $SS per
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1863-12-24
4 ksw Eea5uEs,

A curious case up sbort time sipca before The
Supreme Court in the CITY of New York. A. yanng
girl aged six sen, dismissed from oue OF the gu oc
schools for having refused 10 sing the chorus OF an aool-
tiop school eong-"Tbe Battle Hymn OF the Republic"
recently intt oduced Her father applied for her re-
storation, and applied to the Supreme Court FIR .
maptsmus compelling the restoration OF the young lady
TO her privileges. The justice refused to grant The mo
tion The aboonists, it would thus appear, are max
ing rand advances. Doubtless in short time some
abo;tica bard will Introduce into Northern SCHOOLS am
aga1naon lyfics and scholars who refuse to- endorse
and sing them will be dismissed.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1863-12-24

MARRIAGEs-Some one has been keeping account
of marriages published and has arrived the concu
sion that tne:e many 'matc0es made no~as ever
He thuka the war has not bad very great effect upon
matrm on;.l alliances But when this cruel war is
over and cur sodier boys return home, If preachers
get rewarded fer all the ceremonies he5 will get rich
While cooking and washing in camp. the boys have
found ou and learned to appreciate the value OF women,
and while making th ir fires going TO milf eedi,g
stock etc the girls have found and learned to ap
nreciate the value of men.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1863-12-24
BLESS HER, LET HER 90.

Some time ago fell in love
With pretty Mary Jane,
And | did hope that by and by
She'd love me back again.
Alas my hopes are drawing bright.
We're all at Urce made dim
She saw chap, don't know where,
And fell IN love with him
Next time I went (now how it was
don't pretend 10 say,
But when my chair moved up to h ers,
Why hers would move GRay.
Before l always got kiss,
U own, with sone full f1ss.)
But now, foIs0olh for lows or tua,
lis non c0Ln-a.-a 5gss.
| sat me down IN thought profound,
This maxim wise drew
'Tis easier far to like girl
Than make girl like you.
But after all don't believ3
Nv heart will break with woe
# she's q mjCd 10 love "'that chap"
Why, bless her, let her go