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Delaware State journal and statesman., 1864-06-03
Iannuh More Academy, tho Misses Grim
Mas. HENRY L. rArsAL1. chnirmnl

RESIGNED George Richardson, ESQ, has ro-
signed his position Of Deputy Collector in tLe
Custom House in this city, and Col. G. Febiper
has been appointed 10 fill the vacancy, CoIoncl
Febiger entered on HE dniies on "Wednesday last
Mr.. Richardson has retired from the oiica in
order TO embark in another business. IIo hns
filled the station in the custom House in Il man
ner highly cIeditahe TO himself, und persou.
having business with that Office will learn of ths
retirement of so efficient and valuable an officer
with regret. His successor, Col Febieer hs j
long been Identified with the business interests
of the city, and possesses all tue qualifications eo
essential 10 faithful discharge oil the duties IIe
will make good Deputy Collector.
Fly IN THE WHEAT. Smyrna Times savp.
There is great complaint from our farme, 4
from all sections abaut the ravages of the Hes
sian Fly upon the wheat, md there is no douht
the crop will be considerably shortened. The
late sown wheat seems to have suffered the mot
damage, many fields Of which will scarcely bs
worth harvesting.
Recommendations Carrow has been au-
pointed Justice Of the Peace in the town al
Smyrna, vice John Eaton, Esq, resigned This
is good appointment.
CONCERT of Vocal and Instrumental music
under the auspices OF the Trustees of the NJ. p.
Church, Odessa, for the benefit of the Sanitary
Commission was given in said church on Thurs
day evening of this week, by the Choir aud ylr-
di Sax-horn Band.
CLOTHING. David Chandler, No. 50i Market
street, in this city, invites the attention of gen
tlemen to his large and splendid assortment OF
Cloths, Cassmercs and Vestings, suitable for
Summer wear, which lie is prepared to make to
order in the most fashionable styles, ut short
notice, and ou the most accommodating terms
No effort will be spared to give entire satistac-
tion to all who may favor him with their patron
nge. He employs good workmen, and uses the
best malelinls to be found in this market. and
garments male at his establishment are guaran
teed to fit. Call aud examine his goods.
May 27th-1m.
USE PAINT --Ifyou would save the wood work
OF your houses You must use paint. We think it
will be found much cheaper to put OIL coat Of
paint once in while than 10 have to employ
wood workmen to put in new window frames,
hang new windoT shutters and doors, and renew
the wood work generally. This fact being ad-
mitted, now is the season to have it done. James
France, No. 5l2 King Street, next door to the
Post Office, is just the man who can execute all
orders in this line in tho best possible manner,
and on the most reasonable terms.
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1864-06-03
FOURTH DESPATCH.
WAsnINoroN. MaY RI. "a

WARRINGTON, May 81, S.l4 L. Nj.
TO Major General Dir, NeW York;
We have dispatches from General Grant down
to O'Clock yesterday afternoon. There seemed,
the dispatch says, 10 bO some prospect Of Lees
making stand north of the ChickabOminy.
His forces were on the Mechanicsville road south
Of the Totopatomy creek, and between that
stream and Hawe's shop, his right resting on
Shady Grove. Dispositions for an attack were
being made by General Grant. Wilson's cavalry
had been ordered to destroy the railroad bridges
over the Little river and South Anna, and break
up both routes from these IiSers to two miles
southwest Of nRwe's shop, where the head
quarters Of our army were established
dispatch from General Sherman, dated the
Both, IL A. NJ, reports no changes in the posi-
tion Of the armies Some slight engagements
had occurred subsequent to the affair Of Satur-
day. No intelligence from any other quartei
has been received by this Department.
EDWIN Nj. STANTON,
Secretary OF War
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1864-06-03
THE WAR.
OFFICIAL GAZETTE.
FIRST DESPATCH.

FIRST DESPATCH
WAsHMorON, May so.
AVor General Dir, NeiO YorE:
A despatch from General Grant has Just beeu
received IL is dated yesterday May a9,h, at
HanovertOwn, aud states that the army has been
successfully crossed over the Pamunkey, aud
now occupies front about three miles south Of
the river.
Yesterday two divisions Of our cavalry had a
severe engagement with the enemy south Of
Hawes' Store, driving him about "a mile on what
appears to be his new line. We will find out all
about il to-day.
Our loss in the cavalry engagement was three
hundred and fifty killed and wounded, Of whom
but ioriy-four are ascertained 10 have been
killed.
We have driven the enemy most of the killed
and many Of the wounded fell into our hands.
Another official despatch, dated yesterday
afternoon at two o'clock, details the movements
Of the several corps then in progress but up to
that time there was no engagement
Earlier dispatches from headquarters had
been sent; but failed to reach Washington.
EDWIN NJ. STANTON,
Secretary of War
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1864-06-03

liar character in this city tba' gave, throughout,
such uasounded aud general satisfaction. liy
this effort, quite handsome sum was resiizej
for the Sanitary Far, lLuI accomplishing the
object Of the concert
Connected with the company we're soma ine
voices ~hioh-althOugh blended with the chO-
ruaes,-wers occasionally brought out in solo
parts during the choral performances. Among
these may be mentioned Mrs. Gayley, whose
rich, powerful tones ELECTED general admiia-
ton. Mr.. Henry Baird and Mr. Joseph Ahred,
were also among those whose clear, distinct, me-
lodou9 voices were marked features Of praise
by the listening audience.
To Mr.. LIoHrRNsTaIN who trained and orga-
nized this large company for the occasion 10
Prof GRoBR whose professional services were
cheerfully and voluntarily giren at all times,
and who presided nearly the whole evening Rt
the Organ to Mr. II. F. PlcKELs, whose time,
means and services were always at the disposal
OF the society, as we'll as 10 other gentlemen whC
volunteered ihcir assistance, the public is ill.,
debed mainly for the success OF the undertaking
Of Tuesday evening while to tho hearty CO.
operation OF the company-ladies and gentenleI
much 10 due for the handsome aud pleasan
manner in which that SUCCESS was accomplished
After such demonstration, who will nsser
that the musical talent of the city OF Whining
ton is not destined to take higher position, M,
exercise frmer and more elevAiing influence
upon society at large than ever before! Will
|
LicnrENsrEIN at the head, and so much respect
ability and merit as the society has already com
bned within its membership We may we'll antic
pate for it career of usefulness und popula
SUCCESS.
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1864-06-03

General Durusile's whole corps Po' across NE
To"patomy cre,k ,s evening, aid is in lu'l
connechvn with GeI. Ma.rel. rLe left vl W."
cocks rests upon this side Of the creek The
Sixth Cops is upon Haucock's right and threat
ems the lett Hank OF ths enemy Gen. smith
ought 10 a,rse at New Caste by noon, whenee
he can support W,rrru aud Burnside IT necrS-
sary.
Gen. Sheridan, with Greggs md Torbets
divisions OF cavalry, rs gu our left hluk.
"GenOral Wilson is on the right and rear TOT
the purposes reported in former dispatch.
Aerhe country hereabouts is thickly wooded
with pinee, with few good openings.
"The indications this morning are that the
enemy has fallen back south Of the Chickaho-
miny,"
Nothing Of later date date has been received
by this Department.
EDWIN M. STANTON,
Secretary Of War
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1864-06-03
DIED.

DENT.-on the 2ud inst, MARY e., daughte,
Of John 4. and Eliza A. Dent, uge months
The relatives and friends of the family are re,
spectfnlly invited to attend the funeral from
the residence Of her grand father, No. G9a
Jefferson street, Saturday afternoon at 3 o..
clock.
MAAWELL.-ln this city, on the 29iL Of May,
SARAH PnlsoiLLA, daughter Of ,Iohu and
-, Sarah MAXWELL aged 10 years and months
WEhBEA. On the 18th ult,, near Christi .n4,
J"hN WILLIS, youngest son Of Thomas anl
Louisa Webber, aged eight years
FLINN.--Alay 24ih, 1864, l.cnlssoM W, son Of
Isaau W. and Eliza Finn of Mill Greek Hun
dred, Del aged G8 hours.
hoislNSoN .-on The LIST inst, in this city,
MARY daughter Of john Ii. aud Emma /.
Robinson, aged ten weeks
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1864-06-03


The following .'Ode for the Times" was com
posed by Hon Daniel s. Dickiuson, aud the copy
before us IL addressed TO prominent Clergyman
OF this city, an old friend and neighbor, mud
beais the autograph Of q the Sage of Bingham
ton" The poem is in answer TO n question by
lady whether he was for pence:'
Am ! for Peace$-Pes
For the peace which rings out from the Cannon's
And the suasion Of shot and shell,
Till rebellion's spirit is trampled down
To the depths Of its kindred hell.
For the peace which shall follow the squadrOn's
Where the brazsu tTumpets bray,
And, drunk with the fury of storm and strife,
The bloOd-red chargers neigh.
For the peace which shall wash out the leprous
stain
OF slavery, foul and grim,
And shall sunder the fetters which creak md
clank
On the down trodden dark mans limb
will curse him rs traitor and false of heart
Who would shrink from the conflict now.
And will stamp it with blisleriug, burning brand
0a his hideous Cain-like brow.
ontl out of the way with your spurious peace,
Which would make US rebellion's slaves
WeW Will rescue our land from the traitorous grasp
Or cover it over with graves.
Quit out of the way with your knavsh schemes,
You trembling and trading pack
Crouch away in the dark, like a snenking hound
That its master has beaten back
You would barter the fruit of our fathers blood.
Aud sell cut the Stripes and Stars
TO purchase place with rebellion's votes,
Or escape from Tebellion's scars.
by the widows wall, by The mothers tears,
Hy the orphans who cry for bread,
ny our sons who fell we will never yield,
Till rebelliOn's soul is dead
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1864-06-03
Mr., LincOln's Reply to Patriotic Offer


Col. y. b. LOOMS of Now London, Conn, re-.
Gently transmitted to the President a communi-
cation, offering 10 garrison Fort Trumbull with
citizen soldiers for one hundred days, and clothe,
equip and pay them at his own expense, thus al
lo"ing the present garrison of veterans to 60 to
the front, To this liberal ald patriotic offer
President Lincoln has replied as follows:
EXECUTIVE MANSION, WASHINGTON,
May IL, 1864.
My DEAR Sm: ] have the honor to acknow.
ledge the receipt of your communication Of the
18th of April, in which you offer to replace .be
present garrison of Fort Trumbull with yolun-
tees, which you propose to raise at your own
expense. While it seems inexpedient al this
time to accept this proposition on account of tbe
special duties now devolvug upon the garrison
mentioned, cannot pass uunoticed such a meri-
torious instance of individual patriotism, Per-
nil me, for the Government, to express nv cor
dial thanks to you for this generous and public
spirited oAer, which ia worthy of note among the
many called forth in these times Of national trial
| am, very truly, your obedent servant,
F. D. LOoNns, esq. A. LIHooLH.
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1864-06-03
NADAANllnlAN iN xaE

From letter in 7Ae tpcoi,sam sCOeam,Fciai
we get the .ew, " soneerning the late
lIamoeratio oandnl, 10 I,Huinor Of Ohio, Cop
srhehd, MarlyiIur wia,tVrr you please 10 Cali
tho Arcn- -T~itur, Clement @. Vallandigham.-
Toe letter is from Windsor, Canada, dated May
23:
As matter Of course Vallandgham is he
olJHot Of interest to the American visitor IN
Canada, and although the caption Of these para
graphs respecting him does moi bear reuem-
blance to that Of Edgar A. POes ingenious
sketches OF the last hours of NJ. valdemar, your
correspondent would fain hope that the cause of
truth may be better served than II 10 by that
inlmitablo effort.
"fhe Saint occupies a suite Of apartments in
the second story oi the Hirons House, an ordi-
nary tavern on the street leading from the ferry
landing, and his sitting room windows overlook
the river and the entire river front OF Detroit
There is no telling what 'the Saint" Hees as he
sits there Watching over The border, but he hears
everything that 10 going on in the States as
regularly as the sun rises and sets. The 'dearesl
partner Of his greatness" is a rather pleasant
looking, matronly lady, displays her devotion to
her lord by standing sentry in his sitting room
window, opera glass in hand, scanning every
passenger who crosses In the Essex, the ferry
boat between Windsor aud Detroit .l.af
regular system Of signals is established be.
tween tho friends Of Yallan ligham aud the
watcher ut Hirou's, and ''the martyr 10 duly
apprised Of evory ones approach who has bust
ness with him. No one is allowed to sec hin
who dies not come armed with satisfactory in
Productions, and even then II is necessary t,
undergo the scrutiny of q master of ceremouie
in the gcntlemens parlor nj Hiron's before visi
tors arc admitted 10 his presence. ..r
II is the custom of "the Saint" to make peri
odica visits into the interior the periol of thes
visits varying from one to three weeks at time
It is a remarkable fact that during his absenc
no one crosses the river to see him, but when h
returns visitors crowd his room for days together
As many as 40 gentlemen from the States call t.
see him in a body, and great deal of sti
usually attends his return. lie receives h
mail under cover to parties in Detroit, where
Rebel sympathiz,r acts as pilot for pilgrim
bound on homage to the Saint.
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1864-06-03
MARRIED.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS Thurslay. Jim,
2ud, 1864. at the residence of MIR. John A,
Allderdice, in New Castle, Del, by the Ery.
DR.. SpottswOOd, ANDREW MARVEL JAoksoS.
ESQ, Of Guelph, Canada West, TO Miss Ga
-, nIssA B. PRrERsoE, of the former plaeo.
WARD-BUsH,-On the lst inst, by the Rev.
Geo. +. wiswell, Mr.. HENRY WAaD, Of IA ,
and Miss MARTHA r., daughter, of DR.. l.. L.
Bush, of this city.
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1864-06-03
SIXTH DESPATCH.

WARRINGTON, June l, 73O A. Nj.
TO Najor General DIR, New Fork.
We have no intelligence this morning from
General Grant, later than yesterday aI u A NJ.
An unofficial despatch received here at 4 o.
clock this morning, dated yesterday (Slst) at
Kingston, reports that "Msjor Hopkins, Vi
General Stoueman's staff, eame from the trout
this afternoon. aud says the rebels attacked US
ut u o'clock this morning. and at 10 O'Clock tue
affair was over, the enemy repulsed, aud cur ltft
reached the railroad near Marietta"
10 accomplish this object had been lor several
days the purpose OF General Shsrman's move
neDts.
Additional forces are reaching him and ample
supplies.
EDwIS NJ STANTON,
Secretary Of War.
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1864-06-03
WAsHINoroN. MnY a1. l1.s6 6P.
EDWIN M. STANTON,
Secretary Of War.

WASHINGTON, May 81, ll.z6 z. NJ
TO MVor General Din, NeiO York:
The following dispatch has beeu received from
General Butler:
Yesterday all day heavy firing was heard in
the direction of Meohancsyillc Six Refugees
from Richmond report that Grant is on the Me
chanicsvile turnpike, fourteen miles from Rich.
mond. Yesterday they heard tho firing, aud
that Grant was driving Lee.
"a woman reports that meeting was held
yesterday while she was in Richmond, to see
whether the city should be surrendered Or burn,
ed The Mayor advocated Il surrender, and was
put in Castle Thunder.
"rhe enemy attacked my lines yesterday and
were repulsed Te-day all day they have been
demonstrating against my work on Spring Hill,
easierly side of tho AppOnatOx, but are repuls-
ed'
Nothing further since my telegram OF this
evening from General Grant.
EDwN NJ. STANTON,
Secretary Of War,
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1864-06-03
THIRD DESPATCH.

MAsHlNGfONi May jO, v.2U A. NJ.
10 Major General Dir, New FORK:
NJ otiicial dispatches from the Army of the
Potomac have been received since my telegram
of Saturday evening.
A telegram from General Sherman, dated near
Dallas, 29Ih, 7.3O A. NJ, reports that on satur-
day IN engagement took place between the enc
my and General McPhersons Corps, in which
the rebels were driven back with loss to then
of twenty-five hundred killed and wounded ef
in our hands, and about three hundred prison
ers, McPherson's loss being not three hundreC
in ALL
EDWIN NJ. STANTON,
Secretary of War.
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1864-06-03

BUTTER VERSUS TOBACCO. The following was
posted in his house a few days since by P0ugh-
keepsle business man;
HEADeUARTERs HOUSE, or.
"GENERAL 0RDER No. l-JULIA: Until the
price falls, no more butter will be used in our
family. JAMRs.n
He had barely reached his counting house
when special messenger handed him this:
"JAMEs: Until butter is reinstated, no more
tobacco will be used in this house.
JULIA, Chief of Staff"
1t is said that butter won.
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1864-06-03
Letter from Gen. IOokwOOd's Brigade.
CAMP DELAWARE,


GEN. LOcKwOoD's BRIGADE, May &c, 1864.
Mn. EDIToR:-Here We are, after three days
marching, arrived within few miles of the front.
Tonight We expect to report to General Grant
as ready for duty, aud tomorrow perhaps may
10 engaged in one Of those great battles which
are now being fought between the two grand
armies The march has been very trying on the
men the weather was exceedingly hot; mnny
fell behind; several got suu-strnok but rs far
as know none have died My favorite regi-
ment, tho Third Delaware, held out fully as we'll
~ any in the Brigade and although some few
fell behind, yet now they are all come up aud
lively.
Our whole line of march was one continued
scene Of desolation. No rOads; no fenccs; scarce.
any horses; remains of camps; dead horses
filling the mir with an abOminabe eflluvia We
crossed the Rappahannock on pontoon blilpo
ut Fredericksburg. This town which not long
had been beautiful place is now iu ruins. -.
Many ot the houses literally knocked 10 mecca
with cannon balls or burned TO tho ground: nn1
still as we moved Onwnrl. tho tcemo became. il
possible, more mourLtully interesting Those
many little hillDcLa which covered tho remains
OF warriors reminded us TINT we were passing
over the battle field Of former conflicts felds
which have be,n won at great cost of human life
us tue, but which shall never again be stained
with the blood of patriots. On the second day
Of our march we heard The sound of cannonading
away ahead Of US, which seemed to give new life
to our men as they pressed onward with renewed
energies. At Bowling Green we met the first of
u wagon train, consisting Of over five hundred
wagons, and stretching nearly eight miles long.
They had sick and wounded with them; also
over eight hundred rcbel prisoners who had just
been baggej.
As we draw near to the front the excitement
increases. Forces--cavalry and infautry-are
pressing forward 10 the assistance OF Grant. The
news which we get hourly from those wagoncrs
and wounded returning from the front is most
encouraging. Graut still pressing Lee, keeping
all he has got and still getting more But have
no more time at present. Hope to let you hear
from me soon from Richmond Wrote Just be-
fore starting on our last days march to the front
by RAW RECRUIT.
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1864-06-03
THE RICHMOND PAPERS EXHIBITING
FEAR-GEN, GRANT AT MECHANICS

AIA4 hiSh hRNN IATIstho EAulBlI1Nd
FEAR-dENy GRANT AT MECHANICS
WILLIE
FOnTREss MoNRoE, May 31.-General Grants
communication with the White House is com
plete, and'all works we'll. Major Weniz, super
intendent of Government railroads, arrived here
this morning, with engines. cars, and materials
for building the railroad from West Point and
White House to Richmond, when it may be re-
qured. The Richmond papers OF the 30th have
beep received here. They have changed their
views with regard 10 the military ability Of Gen
Grant, and say that they have been undertaking
him. They say also that be is smarter thai
they had dreamed OF, and manifest some fears
ior the safeiy Of Gen. Lee, or rather as to his
success in rrpelling the Yankee army. mes
senger from Gen. Grant reports that on Monday
morning our army had reached Mechanicsyillc
with but little opposition. Sherd IN had routed
the enemy's cavalry at all points, and captured
many prisoners. Heavy cannOnading was heard
during Monday in the direction of Mechanics
vile.
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1864-06-03
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Are our authorised Agents in those eitien to take Al
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Salesman.
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FLOUR, FEED AND GRAIN

HE subscribeE respectfully informs the citizens Of WI
mington and vicinity that he has taken the Flour
Feed aud Grain store No f9 West Front Street. former
ly uped by S. r. Nields Co., where he intends Keep
Ing constantly hand and for sale large assortment
Of II best brands Of Flour. Also Feed and Grain 10
quai, tea to suit purchasers. Cake Meal, Salt in tls
sack. Hay and Straw in the bale.
FERTILIZERS.
He also has, In separate building, an excellent
sornent Of the various kinds of Fertilizers such pure
pondrete, &C., and hopes by strict attention to merit
share Of the public patronage.
Goods delivered anywhere within thu city limits free OF
charge.
jyfbly. sAMUKL KELLEY.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1864-10-15

ders, and we left the Fort and blew up the
magazine and went towards Rolla. We ex-
Pected to cut our way out. but as it was
night, and they were little careless, they
did not know that We had left till next
morning. They followed aud attacked Ew-
ing and fought him twenty-five miles.
He then ordered me to take eight men
and go through to a telegraph station and
telegraph for help, which did, and on my
way ran into twenty -four rebs, charged
them, captured three prisoners, two mules,
one horse. and wounded three men. lost
none. Came through seventy miles to
Franklin, and telegraphed. Ran many mar
row escapes. Was in my saddle FIVE days
and nights without sleep or rest, and very
little to eat.
Ewing has got to Rolls, and am going
tojoin him the first opportunity. Ny horse
was killed while was riding him, and my
second one was wounded, the ball passing
through my pants.
Yours, CHAs. S. HILLs.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1864-10-15
L. CheesebrOugh.

Is one of the Presidential Electors. He
is a merchant of 4 tchison. and one of the
most prominent, liberal and high minded
men in Kansas.-Topeka Record
The above compliment is just. Mr.. CHEESE,
brough is certain to be elected; notwith-
standing the Mcclellan branch of the fraud
lie combination has candidate opposed to
him who will receive nine-tenths of the
votes cast in this county for the mongrel
ticket nominated on the 18th ult. Max il,
nine-tenths OF the supporters of the 18Th
ticket in Atchison County will vote for Nc
Clellan Electors in November.