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The Portland daily press., 1863-06-22

OBsTRUcTING SIDEwALKs.-Yester af-
ternoon some hall dozen men were obstructing
the sidewalk on Fore street, when two of the
policemen undertook to clear the passageway.
In less than minute crowd of about 100
men and boys had collected, and it looked very
much like row. The policemen, however,
were resolute, and made those who were OBJ
structing the walk move on, and the crowd
dispersed
The Portland daily press., 1863-06-22
MILITARY MATTERS IN PENNSYL-
VANIA.
The Enemy in Heavy Force at Hagerstown
and Williamsport.
Rebels Advancing on Pittsbure.
Fears for the safety Of Baltimore.

HARRISBURG, June 20.
Operations were commenced on our side
to-day by portion of a New York cavalry
regiment capturing twenty rebel prisoners at
McConnelsburg, Fulton County Col Law
renee, of the l27th Pennsylvania, with por-
tion of the regiment mounted, also captured
squad oil rebels who were marauding ON this
side of the river.
We hold Chambcrsburg, and the citizens are
arming and terrifying their city. Gen. Couch
has ordered that this place be held. The for
tifications opposite Harrisburg are finished
and considered impregnable.
The rebels are known to be 5000 strong at
Hagepstown and Williamsport. They hold
the south bank of the Potomac from Cumber-
land to Harper's Ferry. Gen. Kelly drove
them out of Cumberland, and when they left
they threatened to return and furnish them
selves with horses and forage.
A heavy force Of rebels continue to linger in
the vicinity of Hagerstown and Wiliamsport.
Scouts sent out from Chambersburg report
that their movements this morning indicate
retreat to the other side of the Potomac, but
this afternoon they moved up In the direction
of McConnellsvlle and Bedford. Gen. Milroy
is on the alert for them.
Ex-Sheriff Taylor of Chambersburg was
robbed of large drove of cattle and sheep
which he was driving eastward.
Generals Hall and Even arrived here this
morning. Troops are rapidly concentrating
at this point.
HARRISBURG, June 21-midnight.
Reliable advices indicate that the rebelforce
has increased largely about Hagerstown.
They have eighteen pieces cannon.
A detachment Of the LIST N. Y. cavalry cap
tered a number Of prisoners yesterday, and
the l27th Penn. also captured some.
The rebel pickets are within five miles of
n p..x tI. IL g
Mercersburg and captured horses and other
property.
The Notifications are nearly completed. No
fears are felt that the city will be captured. :
PHILADELPHIA, June Pip 1-2 A. NJ.
The following is all the news of interest in
the Washington Star of tonight:
Maj. Beazell of the U. s. volunteers received
intelligence from Fayette County, Penn, this
morning that the rebels in heavy force were
advancing on Pittsburg via the National road
from Cumberland, across the Allegheny Noun
tains. Their pickets had reached Granville,
Nd, 50 miles from Uniontown, Fayette county,
Pa, on Wednesday last.
New YORK, June 81.
A Harrisburg dispatch to the Herald says
the rebels are reported to have sixteen pieces
of artillery with their large force. They occupy
the south bank Of the Potomac, from Cumber-
land to Harperss Ferry. Rhodes has 10000
men at WilliamspOrt.
The opinion in official circles at Harrisburg
is that the rebels have serious designs on Bal
timore. Their movements indicate that fears
are entertained for the safety of that city.
Three hundred rebel cavalry have fired
Mercersburg in several places
Chambersburg dispatch says, il the rebels
remain where they are you may expect fight.
THE RATTLE Ar MIIIIYrN,c prNn
The Portland daily press., 1863-06-22

THEArRE.-Mr. Myers, ever intent to graf
ify the citizens Of Portland has made another
engagement with Miss Kate Reynolds to per-
form one week more in this city. The play
this evening will be The American Cousin,
cast with the whole strength of this excellent
company. That there will be full house, we
cannot for moment doubt.
The Portland daily press., 1863-06-22
Estate Of VIM. r.. stevens.

FVVHE Notes and Accounts of the late William B.
Il Stevens, of Portland, are in our Office for col
lection.
No costs will be charged to those who settle within
thirty days. VINTON BENNETT.
Portland, May %, 1868. lmis23
The Portland daily press., 1863-06-22

nB- We are glad to learn that Col. H. G..
Thomas has somewhat improved in health
since his return from New Orleans, although he
still continues in very feeble state. There were
three others, in feeble health, who started In
company with Col. Thomas, all of whom have
since deceased. Col. Il. is very anxious to
regain his health in order that he may join his
regiment as speedily as possible.
The Portland daily press., 1863-06-22
Financial.

PHILADELPHIA, June 81.
Jay Cooke, U. S. Subscription Agent, reports
the sale of S3,200,000 worth of 5-20's for the
week ending Saturday. Deliveries of bonds
are made to the 18th of May, and with the
facilities now possessed by the department,
bonds will be delivered more promptly here
after.
The Portland daily press., 1863-06-22

FAREWELL CoNcEgT.-Our readers will
notice by the advertisement, that the Band of
the 18th U. S. Infantry (Poppenburg's) will
give their farewell concert on Wednesday
evening. Let them be greeted by a crowded
house. They deserve it.
The Portland daily press., 1863-06-22

-thn New YORK, June 81.
The pilot boat Isaac Webb reports that on
nth she passed quantity of the burned ma
teral of vessel, planks, spars, &c.
On the 10Th, in lat 40 30, Ion. 6S 80, heard
ten or twelve heavy guns fired in quick sue
cession in southwest direction, supposed fif-
teen miles distant
The Portland daily press., 1863-06-22

HORSE DROPPED DEAD.-Saturday even
ing the chaise of Mr.. r. Holyoke, containing
two ladies, was passing down Congress Street.
When opposite the Preble House, the horse, a
noble looking animal, suddenly dropped dead
in the shafts. The ladies were uninjured
though much alarmed at the circumstance.
The Portland daily press., 1863-06-22
Sealed Proposals

WILL be received until June 25th. 1868. for en-
w largng and remodeling the Evans Block, on
Middle street. Plans and specifications may be seen
at the office of Thos. J. Sparrow, Architect. Tho
Agent reservng the right to reject all proposals. u
not deemed satisfactory
THos. H. WESTON e
Portland June is, 1863 dtds
The Portland daily press., 1863-06-22
ToBIN,S
Aroostook and New Brunswick
r x p r. n 8 &

Leaves BOSTON every Monday and Thursday MORN
ing. at o clock and PORTLAND same evening for
Sr. ANDREWS, WOODSTOCK and HoULroN.
RETURNING. leaves Houlton and Woodstock every
Monday and wednesday morning.
Offices, No. Congress Square, Boston, and Eastern
Express Company's Office, Portland.
my22 eod3m B. +. TOBIN, PROPRIETOR.
The Portland daily press., 1863-06-22

COMMERCE OF PoRTLAND.-The number
Of arrivals at this port for the week ending
the 10th was "a. Clearances SO. The value
Of foreign exports for the week was s55, 929.3O.
The Portland daily press., 1863-06-22
Notice.

II HEREBY give notice that have this day given
Il my adopted son, Charles w. Davis Ia minor) his
time from his date, and will claim none of his earn
ings nor pay anything for his support any debts
Of his contracting hereafter. c. NJ DAVIS.
Portland, June s, 1868. je9 eodSws
The Portland daily press., 1863-06-22

4 LII business relations heretofore existing BE-
"A tween PARKER INGRAHAM, of Gorham.
Maine, Traders, and VIM M. MEEHAN, of Boston.
Mass, ceased this day, june u.s. 1853.
JEREMIAH PARKER.
400 WIN. w. INGRAHAM.
Gorham, Maine. June 10, 1868 jel7 d1ws
The Portland daily press., 1863-06-22

A HARD CASE. We had a call from re-
turned soldier on Saturday, Mr.. THOMAS NJ.
THOMPSON, aged "A years, who was among the
first to enlist in the first Ne. Battery which has
been on duty in Louisiana. Mr.. Thompson
was wounded on the 14th of January, near
the frontier Of Texas, by shell, and he is GER
tainly left in q condition that should secure
for him the kindest attentions from the benev-
olent and patriotic. The result of his wounds
was the amputation ofhis right hand at the
wrist, and the left arm three inches below the
elbow. He also had three ribs broken, and
received several minor flesh wounds. He left
family in this city-where he had resided
twenty three years--consisting of wife and
two small children. His wife died while he
was absent He appears like an intelligent,
steady, and well-minded man, and his case is
one that calls loudly upon the kind-hearted
and the benevolent ehope the committees
Of some Of our aid societies. will promptly at
tend to his case. He may at present be found
at his sisters, Mrs. Lorrett, Summer street.
The Portland daily press., 1863-06-22
Maine Central Railroad.

CzffEETE The train which usually leaves the
sseaE...NEg Depot of the Grand Trunk Railroad in
Portland at I.45 A. NJ. for Lewiston and Auburn, will
not be run on the the Gath inst Passengers destined
for either of these stations by morning train will
take the special train, which on that day will leave
Portland at A. NJ.
jels tje25 EDWIN MOVES, Superintendent.
The Portland daily press., 1863-06-22
MIG. I'M, Observation-Disclosures Ronds.

DERS0NS holding bonds of the Maine Charitable
l. Mechanic Association can learn of purchaser
on application to the Five Cent Saving Bank No l0
Middle ST. May 26-dtf.
The Portland daily press., 1863-06-22
Dissolufion of ConaranersIhip.

THE co-partnership existing between the under
i signed under the style of Sawyer & Nihols, was
dissolved by mutual consent, June LIST 1863.
E. A. Sawyer will continue the Sail Making bust
ness at the old stand and will settle the accounts of
the late firm r. a. SAWYER,
je1S d1ws JAMES b. NICHOLS,
The Portland daily press., 1863-06-22

Annual Meeting on Wednesday, June "a, 1868, at
Wateryie.
TINE Stockholders hereby notified that tho An
Il nual Meeting of the stockholders of the Maine
Central Railroad Company will be held at the Re-
pair Shop of said Company. in Watcrvie, ON We'd
nesday June cath, 1868 at 10 O'Clock. forenoon to
act on the following articles, namely
l. TO hear the Reports of the Directors and Treas
urer of said Company, and act thereon.
2. To make choice of a Board Of Seven Directors
for the ensuing year. eHg
sAM'L p. BENSON, Clerk.
Watervile, May rs, 1868. jes tje24
The Portland daily press., 1863-06-22

4 WROUGHT IRON DOOR, steel-plated, with
Il burglar-proof Lock cost $780,
] wrought-iron Door, with alphabetical Lock.
double-reversing Lock-all nearly new, and win
be sold cheap. to close the For particulars
call on L. TAYLOR, 81 Commercial street.
The Portland daily press., 1863-06-22
PROPOSALS.
PAINT PAINT!

II hin II II hin II
WINTERS METALLIC BROWN PAINT recon-
w mends itself. Its pure oxide of Iron and
Manganese. 1t mixes readily with Linseed Oil, tax
ing two gallons less per loo lbs than any mineral
paint and possesses more body than any other paint
1t forms glossy, unfading. durable metallic coat.
protecting wood from decay, and iron and other
metals from rust corrosion.
to give satisfaction for painting Railway Cars Iron
Bridges. Houses, Barns, bulls and decks of Ships
tin and shingle roofs, &C., SC.
III. N. +. MARSHALL & Co..
Paint and Varnish Manufacturers, Sole Agents for
n 4. States-Store IS BROAD ST., BOSTON. (
jelS dam
The Portland daily press., 1863-06-22

WILL be received by the Committee on Drains
w and Sewers until June "a 1868, for construct
ing Common Sewer through ST. Lawrence Street.
from Congress- to Fore street. Plans and specifca-
tons may be seen at the Civil Engineers Office. The
Committee reserving the right TO reject any or all
bids not deemed satisfactory.
WILLIAM II. STEWART. Chairman.
The Portland daily press., 1863-06-22
Notice..

A MIDDLE-AGED LADY. who is acquainted
IA with the Millinery and Fancy Goods trade, and
who wishes pleasant and permanent home, would
do well to address c. L. D., at this Office within two
weeks. jan20 dlws
The Portland daily press., 1863-06-22

Dissolution Of CO-partnership.
TINHE copartnership existing between the under
L signed, under the style of
BROWN & DAVIS,
was dissolved by mutual consent, June l, 1853. The
affairs of the late firm will be settled by the junior
partner. at the old stand
c. ID. BROWN,
Portland. june 10, 1868. I'm J. +. DAVIS.
The Portland daily press., 1863-06-22
DINE AT THE

MERCHANTS Exchan ge Eating House, IL & 10
1NA Exchange st. AFree Lunch every day from
lotto H. apse L. s. TwoMBLY.
The Portland daily press., 1863-06-22
COnsumpflOm,

every instance. when in the acute stages. or wher
the lungs are not fully involved.
The most obstinate cases Of nervous or sick Head
ache, Neuralgia in the head, face and extremities
with acute Rheumatism. are instantly relieved and
VITO chronic rheumatism, are permanently cured in
Ev-fo the Ladies DR.. D. especially calls, who arc
sufferers with Dropsy, Debility or hites)
Inflammation and Falling Of the Womb, Abscesses,
Iumors aud Cancers of the Womb. aud will guaran.
tee permanent cure In every case.
For Suppressions. Irregularities painful Menstrual
lions. Neuralgia Of the Womb with all their entail.
ing ills there agent in the world efficient in
curing as ELECTRICITY In many serious obstruc-
tons can be broken up in few moments and In ev.
cry case Il destroys the tendency to relapse To all
those desiring perfect health and the services Of the
oldest Medical Electrician in the United States, wo
most respectfully invite to call rendering to ali
positive assurance Of full recovery Of health
L. ). Dr. ID. first introduced Electricity for ex-
tracing teeth without pain. To those having decay
ed teeth stump desiring their teeth out for re-
setting We extend a polite invitation. During tho
operation the person experiences pleasing and in
vigorating sensation.
N. ID. For extracting Minerals and Humors from
the system, we use the electro chemical Baths.
Patients from out of town will be accommodated
with board.
Office hours from to l; II to 8; and to 8 in tho
evening. Consultation Free. mch24 ised3m
The Portland daily press., 1863-06-22

license, was fined two dollars and costs.
The DRY DocK.-Since the old Portland
Railway was discontinued, its need has been
seriously felt and the project of the establish
ment of Dry Dock, has been frequently dis
cussed, but no action has followed such discus
sion, but on Saturday last an informal meeting
of the Board Of Trade was held at their rooms
with reference to this subject, at which were
present, Messrs. G. E. Simpson, 1.-THE well
known dry dock builder) and J. H. B. Lang,
of Boston. Mr.. Hersey, the President Of the
Board, stated the object of the meeting, and
Mr.. o. NJ. Marrett was appointed Secretary in
the absence of Mr.. Twitchell. Mr.. Simpson
being called upon, stated that he had an in
tention of establishing dry dock in this city,
similar to the one he now owns at Boston, or
II other parties would come forward and in
vest, he would take one half of the stock, the
whole amount of which he estimated at $780,
900, or not over 100000 for one of the largest
class. Mr.. Lang said that he had large in
terest in tie Franklin Wharf Co., and he
thought that that might be an eligible site
for the dock, but If another site was selected,
he would take fair amount of the stock
Mr.. Jewett thought that if dry dock was
built, It ought to be large enough to receive
the largest ocean steamers which run here
Capt. G. NJ. Davis agreed with Mr.. Jewett.
Mayor Mcclellan was inclined to take another
view of the matter, as the tendency will be,
and now is, to return to the building Of small
er sized ships, of 800 to 1000 tons burden,
land in this Mr.. Simpson agreed with him)
and il this is TO be the case, he doubted if we
needed dock as large as some gentlemen
spoke OF. Capt. Hood thought it should be
not less that fourteen or fifteen feet depth of
water on the average, in order that it might
be large enough for our prospective wants for
half q century.
The President replied to some playful alIu-
sions to the "Great Eastern that had been
made, and thought that though it might be
sore point to us Portlanders, the preparations
we made to receive that great steamer was an
evidence Of our liberality and enterprise, and
that 1t had had q considerable indirect effect
In our favor. He was in favor of dry dock
VI tnc oioau euase Pfihcipie, anu nc was
more convinced Of the expediency of that
principle in every respect, since his recent
visit to Chicago.
F Upon motion of Mr.. Jewett. a Committee
was appointed to confer with Messrs. Sampson
and Lang, and report at future meeting, and
the following named gentlemen were appoint
ed:
Jacob Mcclellan, Chas. NJ Davis, Jonas II.
Perlcy, 7. c. Hersey, Joseph Hale, St. John
Smith, s. Z. Spring. Daniel Hood, o. M. Mar
rett and John B. Brown. Messrs. Simpson and
Lang viii come down here again as soon as
convenient, and remain for a sufficient time to
make a thorough examination of sites with
this Committee.
The Portland daily press., 1863-06-22
Reported Battle at Centreville and Omcial
Contradiction.


WASHINGTON, June 81.
The report OF battle at Centreville be-
tween the Federal army and the rebels, is en-
tirely without foundation in truth. There Is
believed to be no infantry force of the enemy
this side of Bull Run Mountains.
The Portland daily press., 1863-06-22
ABOUT TOWN.
Municipal Court---June 20.
KINGsBUEY,

KINGsBUBY, j.
John w. SWEET, for throwing filth into the
street was fined one dollar and costs.
Sarah Sullivan, for drunkenness and disturb
ance, was fined three dollars and costs. Com
mitted.
Meyer Waterman, for keeping dog without
q license, was fined two dollars and costs.
The Portland daily press., 1863-06-22
PHLApELpHIA. June 2I.

- PHILADELPHIA, June II.
1t is reported In Washington that two menu
bers of Gen. Rockers staff, Maj. Sterling and
Capt. Fishers, signal officers, were gobbled up
by guerrillas last night in the vicinity of Fair
fax. nss
The Star makes no mention of any defeat or
victory at Centreyille.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1863-01-30
(sisned)
A. LINCOLN
MONDAY. Jan. 10. lS6.

MONDAY, Jan. 10, 1868.
More Presidential letters to Gen. McClel-
Ian have been filed as evidence in McDowells s
trial each and every one of them witness
to the Presidents perfect frankness and fdel-
ity, and moreover proving in him a military
capacity, or rather a sound judgment in STRAIT
egy, which must be a surprise to warriors.
Jan. 81, 1862, the President personally or
dered that after reserying ample force for the
defence of Washington, all the disposable
force OF the army of the Potomac shall be
formed into an expedition to seize and occu-
Ply a point on the railroad southwest of Ma
nassas, to move on or before Feb. %: in 9TH
er words, to get possession Of the railroad
betoeea the rebel army at Manassas and Rich
mond. This, if done, would inevitably have
destroyed the Manassas army, and carried our
own on to Richmond"
Why was not this donei That is the ques-
ton now that was the question in every
bodys mouth when the news Of the evacua-
ton of Manassas by the rebels fell upon the
country like thunder from cloudless sky.
Whyi Gen. Mcclellan had different plan.
That is the only reason now apparent. What
were the grounds for this difference of opinion
remains to be shown. Perhaps they were
sound still il is clear that the President 8
plan was perfect in its purpose, involved a
short march, and kept the army so as to com
mand both Washington and Richmond !
while McClellan's involved the transfer oi
the army TO a great distance from Washing
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1863-01-30
FROM GEN BURNsTDES COMMAND

FROM GEN B BURNSTDE'S COMMAND
HEADQUARTERS Army OF THE PoToMAc,
Camp near Falmouth, Jan 20-6. so .. m. (
General order No. 7.
The Commanding General announces to the
Army Of the Potomac. that they are about to
meet the enemy once more. The late brill
liant actions in North Carolina, Tennessee
and Arkansas have divided and weakened
the enemy on the Rappshannock, and the
auspicious moment seems TO have arrived 10
strike a great and mortal blow to the rebel
lion, and to gain decisive victory, which is
due to the country. Let the gallant soldiers
Of so many brilliant battle-helds accomplish
the achievment, and fame the mos, glorious
awaits them.
The commanding General calls for frm
and united action OF officers and men, and,
under the providence OF God. the Army Of
the Potomac will have taken the great step
towards restoring peace to the country, and
the Government to its rightful authority.
By command Of MOi, Gen. BuRNsIDH.
(Signed) l.. A. RICHMOND, A. A. q.
Headquarters Army of tie Potomac,
January %.
The tempestuous weather since Sunday
last and the consequent impossible state Of
the roads here rendered any advance of the
Army of the Potomac beyond the Kappa
hammock a matter Of utter impossibility.-
The same causes so delayed the transporta-
ton Of the pontoons and heavy artillery at
designated points as to prevent a surprise Of
the enemy at the points designed for cross
ing. This p. m. the clouds broke away and
the influence Of the sun is telling favorably
on the soil.
Several paymasters have already arrived,
bringing joy to the soldiers and relief to their
families. The delay Of the payment of those
actually employed may occur.
FALMOUTH, Jan. "a.
The abandonment of the attempt to cross
the Rappahannock by the Army of the Poto-
mac was solely in consequence Of the Difficult
ty Of transportion, the lack Of supplies and
the impossibility of moving the artillery after
the river was crossed. The result Of all this
shows the utter impractibility of a winter
campaign in Virginia. The supplies were
detained and in fact could not come forward.
Nothing but bad roads prevented the most
brilliant success of projected forward move
ments.
HEADQUARTERS ARMY OF THE PoToMAo,(
January rs.
The Sabbath has been we'll observed
throughout the entire camp. No business
except that of the most pressing character
has been transacted. Nothing of unusual
character has been observed in the enemy's
lines within the past few days.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1863-01-30

ALMOST FATAL AooTDENr.-As Mr.. s. s.
Macomber, Of East Montpelier, was driving
through Main Street, about two o'clock this
afternoon, his team was run into by a double
team which had taken fright near J. n. Lang
don's cooper's shop, on Berlin Street.
The frantic horses came with great violence
upon Mr.. NJ. who was thrown from his sleigh
under the horses in a frightful manner, receiv-
ing apparently from the "calks" of hofse-
shoe a severe cut upon the chin, which liter
ally open the upper part Of the windpipe,
exposing the bone of the under Jaw he
was otherwise injured on his right cheek.
shoulder and hip. His escape from instant
death was almost a maracle Surgeon Ru-
blee immediately dressed his wounds and
thinks under careful treatment he will speed
ly recover, as no bones appear to be broken.
Other teams were run into and joined the
runaways, but no serious damage was incur
red.