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The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1863-10-16
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The friends of Waterville College assem-
bled at the Baptist church in Waterville last
Wednesday evening, pursuant to call from
Prof. Lyford, chairman of the General State
Committee, to consider the proposed endow-
ment Of that institution and deliberate on the
methods best adapted to secere it.
The meeting numerically was not so sue
cessful as was expected, but in interest and
purpose was all that the most ardent friends
Of the Baptist educational cause could desire.
The meeting was called to order by Prof.
Lylord, and prayer offered by Rev. DIR. Bos-
worth of Portland. Hon. Mark II. Dunnell
OF Buxton having been chosen President of
the assembly, Rev. Mr.. Adams of Damariscot-
Ia was chosen Secretary.
DR.. Champlin, President of Waterville Col
lege, presented brief but interesting state
ment of lis condition. The institution has
now in actual cash funds about $35 900. There
are also good subscriptions, payable at indefi-
mite periods, to the amount of about $4,000
The college also has, by grant from the State,
two half townships of land; but the trustees
are intending to make improvements In and
about the buildings, and do not wish TO touch
the lands at present in payment of contract
ing debts. About six thousand dollars per
year Is now the actual least expense Of the
college. There are but fifty students con-
nected with the college now; seventy-two less
than at ihe commencement of the term. This
decrease is due to the fact that the army has
drained the college heavily. AT the present
annual rate Of expenditure, the college is run
ming behind hand at the rate of $4,000 per
year, which must decrease and eventually ex-
haust the principal fund.
Fifty thousand more dollars are wanted TO
place the college on q firm basis, so that crises
like the present shall not lessen its prosperity
or utility. Rev. Messrs. Hubbard of Bidde-
ford, Bosworth Of Portland, Dunnell of Bux-
ton, Ventries Of Paris, Crane of Hallowell,
Leland of Warren, Evans of Damariscotta,
Williams Of Ellsworth, Nugent of Norridge-
wock, Small and Porter of Bangor, Morrill, of
Turner, Pierce of China, King ofDexter, Sar-
gent Of Augusta, Robinson of Kenduskeag
and Robinson of Freeport addressed the
convention, urging upon it the Importance Of
liberal endowment and speaking encoura-
gingly Of the prospect of obtaining it in their
sections.
Rev. DR.. Bosworth offered three Resolu.
tons; one recognizing the existence and con-
tinuance of Waterville College as a Divine
blessing, q second urging an endowment and
the last calling upon all friends of education
TO contribute thereto.
A committee on general estimates of the
proportion of the various Baptist churches in
Maine, consisting of Messrs. Wilson, Sargent,
Bosworth, Lyford and Evans was appointed.
DIR. Bailey of Saco spoke on the Resolutions
Mt length.
A committee to report a general plan for
raising the endowment consisting of Messrs
Bosworth, Lyford, Small Bailey, Leland and
Dunneil was nominated
Without devising any particular plan o
business the convention adjourned TO meet
Thursday morning at o'clock.
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There is not man whose patriotism rises
above mere party success, who has spark OF
national pride and the least regard for the free
institutions of our country, who has read the
returns from Ohio, Pennsylvania and Iowa
without glow of pleasure and pride such as
is rarely experienced. Not because one man
has triumphed over another, or one party out
generated the other, but because it is an I'M
mistakable indication that the majority of the
people of these States are in favor of an un-
conditional support of the President In his eff
forts to crush out the rebellion.
Itisevidence, toe, that this people understand
the Importance and magnitude OF the work be-
fore them and are determined to have the war
brought to close only in such manner as
will insure permanent peace. These emphat-
ic endorsements of the President and his Cab
met will serve to increase their devotion to the
cause Of human rights and national unity, and
strengthen their hands In putting in opera
ton such agencies as the emergency may de-
mand, SO as TO bring the rebellion to close as
speedily as possible.
Every soldier, from the Major-Gcneral to the
humble private, will feel his pulsations becom-
ing quicker as he reads the encouraging en-
dorsement of the people of the work in which
he is engaged, and grasp his sword or his gun
with more determined will, and move forward
with quicker and firmer step, to the music
of the Union.
Ohio has far exceeded the expectations of
the most sanguine. There had been strong
efforts to awaken sympathy for Vallandig-
ham which in some sections gave him votes,
but the people understood his position. The
war Democrats who had always voted the
Democratic ticket, who were well informed in
relation to the great issues before the coun-
try, had too much respect for themselves and
too much patriotism to vote for man who
stood before his country condemned traitor
The Union men Of Pennsylvania did nobly.
The Philadelphia Press, in its leader of Tues
day morning says, "all has been done that
loyal men could do. Argument has been ex-
hausted. Evidence has been multiplied in ia
vor of the Union cause, against the Democrat
ic candidate. Earnest appeal has been made
10 every feeling which men who love their
country possess. From the shores Of Erie to
the banks of the Delaware, the State has been
canvassed; there is no voter who can plead
ignorance Of the importance Of the election,
though many we know will be found guilty of
ignorance of the principles involved. The
great question is fully, fairly, emphaticaly
stated to the people Of Pennsylvania, and up
on them is imposed to-day the mighty respon-
sibility of deciding it." The result shows to
what purpose they thus labored. 1t is i'm
possible to state the precise Union majority,
but from present indications 1t will be from
$1,000 to 10000.
The returns from Iowa have not been re-
ceived to sufficient extent to show by what
majority the Union ticket has been elected,
but show Union triumph.
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Capt. O. III Lowell.

To the Editor Of the Press:
This noble and brave officer OF Co. D., 10Th
Maine regiment, fell at the battle of Gettys-
burg on the first day Of that terrible conflict,
in which so many of the regiment were lost.
1t Is we'll known how bravely it fought
against vastly superior numbers, Soon after
being engaged, the 10th was ordered to take
position on an eminence and hold it while
man stood. They took the position and held
it till ordered to fall back before an over
whelmng number of the enemy. 1t was in
wounded the ball passing through the body.
The field immediately fell into the possession
of tue enemy, compelling our men to leave
our dsad and wounded in their lines. The
next day some Of our men, that had been TAX
en- prisoners, were allowed to go over the field
in search for our wounded. They found Capt.
Lowell, took him to the Seminary and dressed
the wound, while they were ordered to the
rear and not again allowed to visit the field
or hospital where he was left.
From the most reliable information, though
not positive, we hear that Capt Lowell died
in the Seminary during the battle, and was
buried by those who were at that time bring
ing in and tending the wounded. 1t should
be remembered that the battle was still rag
Ing. All was confusion; there had been no sys-
tematic hospital arrangements. A few pris-
oners were allowed to remain and tend them,
and many were not attended to for several
days.
Those that died during the battle were
buried, if strangers, without their graves be-
ing marked. Some were buried by the reb-
els. We saw in the grove near by twenty un-
marked graves, some of which contained the
bodies of our brave officers that fell in that
first days battle. In this grove we hoped to
find the place of his burial. Sad, sad indeed,
that the friends of this patriotic and brave
Captain cannot learn more of his last hours
and Of his resting place. 1t was long before
they could obtain any reliable information of
the extent OF his wound, and the hospital to
which he was taken, as all had to be gathered
through those of his regiment who were TAX
en- prisoners.
or his patriotism, of his selfsacriflce for
his country, and Of his short though "full life
it is our purpose to write at some future time.
Suitable notice of the time and plsce of his
burial services will be given in the papers,
that his large circle of friends may unite in
paying their last offices of respect to the
memory of one whom they so strongly loved,
and who has so bravely offered up his life up
on his country's altar. J.B. W..
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PORT OF PORTLAND.

Thursday,............... is.
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The con.ersptian 20 be Continued.

NEW YORK, Oct. Is.
The Herald's Washington dispatch says: ut
Is not true, as has been stated in some Of the
New York journals, that the government has
any intention OF resortirg to volunteering in
stead Of the draft. 1t is true that the conscrip
ton has not realized as many men as was ex-
pected, and it has besides proved very costly;
but, now that the machinery is in operation
all over the North, the Administration believe
II is the easiest way to secure men,"
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Scuor1rrn Mai; Cen.
The Damage to the Africa.

Of. JOHNS, N. =, Oct. II,
Via Port Hood, Oct. Is.
The steamship Africa still remains opposite
the entrance Of the harbor, but will shortly
move up to a more sheltered position. Her
mails will go to Halifax on Thursday, by Her
Majesty's steamer Vesuvius. Capt. Stone
considered the Africa fifteen miles south OF
where she struck The steamer was making
water so fast when the engines slowed to take
pilot, the passengers had to assist the crew
at the pumps to keep her afoat. 1t will be
difficult to repair her here, as there is no dock
large enough,
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SLAVERY AND WHITE LABoB.-The fol-
lowing item is cut from the Cincinnati Catho-
lie Telegraph, and Is attributed to Archbish-
op Purcell, who recently returned to that
city from Nashville, Tenn:
There ID great demand for white servants
TO do Homework In Nashville, notwithstand-
Ing the number Of colored persons who are
at present in that city and neighborhood
This proves that the abolition Of slavery Is
the very best thing that could happen for
rhite laborers,
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From Misso.rs-Rom of she,ey's G.e,ril,a..

From Missourt-Rout of sheiby's G.e,rilias.
WASHINGTON, Oct. 10.
The following dispatches were received to-
day at the Headquarters of the Army:
ST. LOUIS, Oct. Is.
MAJ. Gen. II. ". Haileck, Geaerdl-i in Chief:
General Brown has beaten tie rebels under
Shelby three time and is still in close pursuit.
Their escape is hardly possible. Two expedi-
tons recently sent into Northeastern Arkansas
have captured and sent TO Pilot Knob over 100
prisoners.
tSigned) J. NJ. ScHoFIELp, Maj. Gen.
ST.. Louis, Oct IA.
MAJ. Gen. II. w. Hdlieck, General in Chief:
Gen. Brown brought the rebels under Shelby
to decisive engagement yesterday. The fight
was obstinate and lasted five hours. The reb-
els we're finally completely routed and scatter
ed in all directions, with the loss Of all their
artillery, baggage, and large number of small
arms and prisoners The enemy's loss in kill
ed and wounded is very heavy. Our troops
are still pursuing the flying rebels.
tSigned) J. NJ. ScHoFIELp, Maj. Gen.
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Lee Reerossed the Experimentation Army
Failing hack Battle Imminent
Reported Remorai of Gen. Meade.

hcPorfed Remorat OF Gen. Meade.
NEW YORK, Oct. Is.
The Times Washington dispatch says:
" The surplus baggage of the Army of the
the army is stripping for the fight. Meade's
position yesterday morning was on the north
bank of the Rappahannock, his right flank
resting on the eastern slope of the Bull Run
mountains. Since then, however, he has fallen
back to the neighborhood Of Manassas plains
Lees whole army has crossed the Kappa
hammock, aud were yesterday pressing our rear
A battle this morning was considered immi-
nent. Our trains last night were all at Cen
treville." A 0F.
Later.-RumOrs are rife that a general en-
gagement began at daybreak this morning, on
the old Bull Run battle ground.
The command of the army of the Potomac
of course is fatal. Gen. Meade In his turn has
been compelled to give place to some other
man. His removal from command seems to
have been determined on. His successor is
said to be Maj. Gen. Daniel f. Sckles.
! The Tribune has the following special dis
pa b iroma the Army OF the Potomac, dated
about dusk last night our cavalry encoun-
tered the enemy near Catlett's Station, and
toward Warrenton. A brisk artillery fire was
opened and continued up to late in the even
ing. At daybreak this morning the firing was
resumed, lasting through the forenoon. About
three o'clock this afternoon very heavy can
onading openedlalong our extended line in the
direction of Manassas, which lasted up to sew
en- O'Clock this evening The sound retreated
toward night, and it seemed evident that our
forces had driven the enemy back a consider
able distance.
II is thought by some that Lee has his en-
tire army in front Of Meade's forces. 1t is be-
lieved that no considerable body of infantry
has yet been engaged"
One P.M-The Evening Star says the firing
yesterday In front was that OF considerable
engagement between large force of rebels
and portion OF our army, part of General
Warrens I'd corps, which was in the vicinity
of Bristow's Station, infantry and cavalry be-
ing engaged on both sides. The result was q
decided Union victory, the rebels being badly
beaten, with loss of an entire battery and 100
prisoners who fell into our hands. Before the
termination Of the fight the 9Th corps, General
Sykes, came up and assisted In driving the
enemy from the field.
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IOtcd Election

Dies MONIES, Iowa, Oct. Is.
In 20 counties In Iowa, Stone (Rep.) is T.
9ss ahead. The only counties yet reported
which united give him LIS majority. These
are large Republican gains. Stones majority
will probably reach l2,O00 or $1,000.
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Nebraska EIecf;ou

OMAHA, Nebraska, Oct. IA.
An election was held yesterday for members
tanned the present House will stand 90 Union
lists to IL Democrats. The Council will stand
s Unionists to 5 Democrats. The Territorial
Auditor and Treasurer are Democrats.
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BAD BREArH-The greatest Curse the human
hmiiy 10 heir TO. How many lovers IL has separated
how many friends forever parted. The subject is
too decate your nearest friend will not mention It,
and you are ignorant of the fact yourself To effect
fLOWERS' asa dentrihce night and morning It
also beauties the complexion, removing ali tan,
pimpes and freckics leaving the skin son ind white
Maine, and all druggists. augl3 coda eow3ms
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FROM tH"rfestOh-The People i1i a Desperate
and SforrinD Condition.
New YORK, Oct. u.
The Times Morris Island letter of the 9th
says yT,
alter the explosion, and who were picked up
by boats crew from the Ironsides, are Lieut.,
Glassell and sailing master Toombs. These
two officers declare that the expedition was
one prompted by desperation. The citizens
Of Charleston are pinched for the simple COM
modties Of life, and unless the harbor can be
forced so as to admit vessels laden with sup
plies, the most serious consequences will ensue
Before reaching the Ironsides the rebel craft
was hailed by the officer of the deck ten sew
eral times, but no answer was given him. The
craft pushed on until within short rifle range
Of the iron-clad, when one of the rebels shot
the officer of the deck, but did not inflict Sc
we're wound. -e
In the morning few pieces OF board were
all that could be found of the rebel machine
and its torpedo
The Tribune's Merris Island letters contain
the following:
Thursday, Oct. S.-Thls has been very
severe day at Wagner, more SO than any we
have experienced since our occupation of the
fort. The firing has been mostly from the
James Island batteries. There were three
killed and twelve wounded during the day
One shell exploded In the doorway OF a bomb
proof, killing one and wounding five.
Friday, Oct. 9.-Still are we in a state of
preparation. When the works now nearly fin
ished are in condition to open fire, you may
expect to hear that Charleston Is abandoned
by the enemy and occupied by our forces.
Forts Moultrie, Simpkins and Bragg fire
continuously at the working parties in Wag-
ner and Gregg They have the exact range,
and plump their shell and shot with deadly ef-
feet and accuracy into the works. They
have been practicing TO fire almost simultane-
ously SO as to make the cover of our men less
available against shot coming from diverse d.
rections almost at the same moment. Excel
lent bomb-proofs turn most of the missiles,
but still am very sorry to say the casualties
are numerous. Yesterday thirteen occurred
One Of our 200-pound batteries that has been
silent for week, reopened this morning upon
Fort Sumter, Johnston and others. This was
the battery that lately silenced Johnston.
On "Wednesday, the It'll inst, there was
junketing party from Charleston at Fort john
ston, on which occasion a flag was raised and
other festive proceedings were visible to our
lookout
Saturday, Oct. 10. The rebel Fort John
ston is again silenced, for time at least A
skilfully aimed shot entered an embrasure yes
terday and dlsmounted the gun behind it,
The rebels have had bad luck with this work.
1t is very completely under the range Of our
guns, and probably will be abandoned.
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SEE woman in another column picking Sambuc
Grapes for Speer's Wine. 1t Is an admirable article
used in hospitals, and by the first families in Paris
London and New York, in preference to old Port
Wine. Its worth atrial, asst gives great satisfac
tion. rH dec27dly
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ECIAL Es.

FINE ESGRAvISes.-We have just received . lot
of the finest Engrayings ever offered in this city,
from the house Of 6 oupil Co.. New York. They
will be on exhibition and for sale for few days.
Such an opportunity to select does not otcn occur
Therefore we invite the lovers Of the fine arts to
como and see for themselves at
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IMMATURE ALMANAC.
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sun sets. ...........5.lsl Length of days =. IL O4
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EVENING PAPERS.

From charlottesville People Ia a Desperate
and Sf0rrin0 Condition,
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In this city, Oct. IA, by Rev. DIR. Carruthers Capt
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AT Jamaica Plain. Mass. Oct. 18th, by Rev. DR..
thompson, Mr.. Henry j. Edwards of Chicago Ill ,
and Miss Augusta Seaver. daught Of Robert Sea.
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FOREIGN PORTS.

Ar at Victoria 14th ult. ship Sarah Newman. Cobb
flor Shanghae few days
- Ar at bermuda 18th ult, brig Eliza, Thomas, New
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DIED.

In Pennington, Oct. /, of diptheria Mrs Nit
tie NJ. B., wife of A. H. Abbott and daughter OF
Hon. Hiram Becher, aged rs years.
In brunswick. Oct 4, Jos. Edwin, son of Chas II
and Hannah II. Griffin, aged years 10 mouths
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