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Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1864-11-25

BACKING DowN.-The Adjutant Gen
eral of Illinois after assuring the Adiu-
tant General of Iowa, that this State
should have credit for all enlistnents Of
Iowa men in Illinois regiments in that
State should receive credits for all Illi-
nois men enlisted in Iowa regiments,
nov backs down. General Baker had
sent Mr.. s5methaD to Springfield to ex-
anime the rolls, but now recalls him,
and has taken measures to cut Off all
credits of Illinois men in Iowa regi-
ments. We can stand it in Iowa if they
can over in Illinois.-OaUenport DtAao-
crdt, 14&l inst.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1864-11-25

WASHINGTON. - Admiral Farragut
communicates to the Navy Department
Information of the capture OF q schooner
by the United States steamer Sciota, in
October, while attempting to run into
Valasco, Texas, with an assorted cargo.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1864-11-25

The japanese Ambassadors thus do
the English in book: 1.-The men are
red-faced and fond of eating, and the
low men eat raw meat, Of which Jumps
are exhibited, much to our disgust. y
This is good enough for George Angus
tus Sala, suggests the New York Jour
nal of Commerce.
The Plymouth weekly Democrat. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1860-1869, 1864-05-19
THE NEWS.
THE GENERAL SITUATION.
Dispatches from Secretary Stan.
ton to Gen. Dix.
WASHINGTON, May II.


To Gen. Dix.
Dispatches from Gen. Grant, dated yes
terday evening, 6 o'clock, have reached
this department. The advance of Han
cock yesterday developed the fact that the
enemy had fallen back four miles. There
was no engagement yesterday. We have
no account Of any general officers being
killed in the battle Of the preceding day.
A dispatch has just been received from
Gen. Sherman, dated near Resaca, May
lith. 1t states that by the flank move
ment on Resaca, Johnston had been forced
to evacuate Dalton, and our forces were in
his rear and flank. The weather was fine,
and the troops in fine order. All Was
working well, and as fast as possible.
No intelligence las been received from
Gen. Butler Guerrillas have broken the
telegraph lines between Williamsburg and
Old jamestown. This is believed to be
the reason why no reports have been re-
ceived from him.
Dispatches from Gen. Sigel report him
to be at Woodstock. The rumor that he
had broken the railroad between Lynch
burg and Charlottesville is not true.
Our wounded arc coming in from Belle
Plain as fast as the transports can bring
them. Grants army is well supplied.
(Signed) EDWIN NJ. STANTON,
Secretary of War
The Plymouth weekly Democrat. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1860-1869, 1864-05-19
FEarborat Michigan CITY.

We understand that it is in contempla-
ton to construct a good harbor at Michi-
gan City. This is an Improvement that
has been long needed, and will when com
pleted, be of great value to the farming in
terest ofthe North Western portion of our
State Would the construction of such a
work benefit Marshall County? is a ques-
ton that addresses itself to all our citizens.
If it would, what course shall we pursue,
and what steps if any, are necessary on our
part in order to bring it about. We throw
out these suggestions at present for the
purpose ofinviting attention to the subject,
and may have more hereafter to say in re-
lation to this matter.
The Plymouth weekly Democrat. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1860-1869, 1864-05-19

We have dispatches from Cen GRANT

We have dispatches from Gen. Grant to
8 o'clock this morning lie states that
offensive operations have been necessarily
suspended until the roads become passable
that the army is in the best OF spirits, and
feels the fullest confidence in success
The two armies are now concentrated on
the main road from Fredericksburg to
Richmond.
The operations of Gen. Sherman yester-
day, and two-days' hard fighting, forced
Johnston to evacuate Resaca at midnight
last night. Gen. Sherman forces are in
vigorous pursuit.
No dispatches have been received from
Gen. Butler to-day. At the latest reports
he was still operating against Fort Darling.
(Signed) Il. NJ. STANTON.
The Plymouth weekly Democrat. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1860-1869, 1864-05-19
The Chicago Tribune of the 18th in its

The Chicago Tribune of the 18th in its
summary of the news up to that date says
1t seems certain from our dispatches elsewhere
that the situation below the Rapidan is unchanged
Lee has not retreated and heavy fighting may
from present appearances, still be expected, be-
fore our army rests in victory. We may rejoice
that the work is well begun We are glad to see
the dispatches take on the wisdom of acrcditing
strength and determination to the enemy. Often
enough has the folly been committed of undcrra-
ting the foe.
So it seems that cur neighbor "once on
time" committed little folly when it as
serted that "a few old ladies with broom
sticks could go down and whip the rebels
into subsection" Evidently he was wrong
in his calculations, or else it is great pity
he has not been appointed to lead our ar
mics in their advance on Richmond
Father Abraham, if Grant fails, do send
for our valiant neighbor.
The Plymouth weekly Democrat. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1860-1869, 1864-05-19
The Monroe Doctrine.

As the Monroe Doctrine is the only
thing upon which our Congressman agree,
and as the Mexican Question may involve
us in war in defence Of this doctrine, we
put on record its origin:
EXTRACT FROM PRESIDENT MONRoE's AN
NUAL MESSAGE, DEC. 2, 1928.
'Thc political system Of the allied Pow
ers is essentially different in this respect
from that of America. This difference
proceeds from that which exists in their
respective governments. And to the de-
fence of our own, which has been achieved
with so much loss OF blood, and treasure,
and matured by the wisdom of our most
enlightened citizens, and under which we
have enjoyed unexampled felicity, this
whole nation is devoted. We owe it,
therefore, to candor and the amicable rela-
tons existing between the United States
and those powers, to declare that we should
consider any attempt on their part to ex-
tend their system to any portion of this
hemisphere as dangerous to our peace and
safety. With the existing colonies or de-
tendencies of any European Power, we
have not intcrlered, and shall not interfere
But with the Governments who have de-
clared their independence and maintained
it, and on just principles, acknowledged
We could not view any interposition for the
purpose of depressing them, or controlling
in any other manner their destiny. by any
European Power, in any other light than
as the manifestations of an unfriendly dis
position towards the United States"
On the 14th inst. a general engagement
was in progress in Charleston harbor be-
tween Admiral Dahlgren's fleet and the
rebel forts and batteries. The heaviest
fire was thought to come from Fort Stump
ter. The result Of the fight has not yet
transpired
The Plymouth weekly Democrat. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1860-1869, 1864-05-19
INDIANAPOLIS. May II.

Judge Davies, in the U. s. Circuit
Court, has decided that absolute proof OF
disloyalty must be produced before the
property in the North of any person in the
South can be contiscated. Mere informa-
ton on libel is not sufficient.
The ladies of the State hold conven-
ton on Monday, the object of which is to
induce all the sex to wear American
goods.
The Plymouth weekly Democrat. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1860-1869, 1864-05-19
[Bv the United States Telerranh Line.

by The United STATES Telegraph Line.
SIXTH ARMY CORPS, May 1873 y. N
Our army advanced at 5 o'clock this
morning to renew the battle OF yesterday,
but none of the enemy were in our front.
Gen. Warren Immediately advanced, and
some heavy skirmishing ensued four miles
off with the rear guard of Lees army
The rebel army is across the Pc River
showing that Lee was not able to risk
another fight to day. AS to where he will
make another stand. no one can form an
opinion. The pursuit will be vigorous.
The Plymouth weekly Democrat. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1860-1869, 1864-05-19
Arrival of Prisoners at Belle
Plain.

WASHINGTON, May l3-midnight.
To Major Gen. Dix:
n dispatch from the Commissary OF
Prisoners at Belle Plain announces the
arrival there Of over 1000 prisoners, in
Guiding 400 officers, with Maj. Gen. John
son and Brig. Gen. Stewart.
(Signed) EDWIN NJ. STANTON,
Secretary of War.
The Plymouth weekly Democrat. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1860-1869, 1864-05-19
Removal ca tEe obstruction i.2
James River
BY the United States Telegraph Line

By the United states Telegraph Line
New YORK, May If.
The TrJuns's special says, under date
Of Washington, that Gen. Butler has re-
moved the rebel distractions from the
James River, and that our gunboats are
going towards Richmond
"a chart, showing the location of the
torpedoes, was found on the man shot
while attempting to explode torpedo, a
few nights ago"
The Plymouth weekly Democrat. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1860-1869, 1864-05-19

well Pat, said a witty gentleman to
his hired man, one morning; you've got
here first at last. You were always be-
hind before-but you get here early of
late. How did you come out with your
lawsuit you were telling me about?'
Faith, yer honor, come out square all
round"
The Plymouth weekly Democrat. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1860-1869, 1864-05-19

There appears to be three sorts of people
calling themselves democrats, as follows -
1st The ,chie democrots-the original
Smon-pure democrats.
%. The mxlo1o democrdts-the trim
mers who think it policy to pretend that
they are not quite as pro-slavery as the
Constitution.
81. The black democrats those who
have gone clear over to Lincolnism, but
being ashamed of the name of Abolitionism
still dodge behind the name Of democracy
The Plymouth weekly Democrat. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1860-1869, 1864-05-19
Dispatch EF9ssa secretary stanton
TO Cen. DIX.

WAsHINGsoN, Nay l1-I0: Is 4. II
To Maj. ecu. Dix:
We have no official intelligence of mill
tary operations since my last dispatch.
The Richmond papers of Saturday state
that Gen. Steele had surrendered at Cam
den, with 9.000 men, TO Price. This is
known to be untrue. Gen. Steel, with his
whole command, withdrew some two weeks
ago from Camden and is now at Little
Rock, having defeated Kirby Smith on
the way, at Saline River, as heretofore
stated
Gen. Sherman was in close pursuit OF
Johnston, having captured 900 prisoners
and eight pieces of artillery at Rcsaca.
(Signed) Z. NJ. STANTON.
The Plymouth weekly Democrat. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1860-1869, 1864-05-19
"HALF-WAY HOUSE. May AS 4. NJ

"HALF-WAY HOUSE, May AS 4. NJ.
.Hon. E. VI Stantoni
1--WE are still before the base of the
enemy's works at Drury's Bluff (Fort
Darling. The enemy are here in force.
Gen Gilmore, by a flank movement with
a portion of his corps and brigade Of the
18th Corps, assaulted and took the enemy
work Oh their right. 1t was calamity
done. The troops behaved finely. We
held our lines during the night, and shall
move this morning.
= (Signed) ''B. T. BUTLER,
Mai Gen. COmd G"
The Plymouth weekly Democrat. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1860-1869, 1864-05-19
Dispatch from secretary stanton
to Gen. Dix.

WASHINGTON, May, 16-l1:35 A. NJ.
To Maj. Gen. Dix:
The latest dates from Grants headouar.
ters are to yesterday morning at half past
8 o'clock. No operations of Importance
had occurred. Our reinforcements were
arriving.
There is nothing later from Butler since
his telegram of Saturday night.
We have intelligence from Resaca, Ga
up to Il clock last night. Our lines had
advanced on the left, two lines IF the enc
my's earth-works having been stormed.
Stoneman is reported to have destroyed a
wagon train, captured two guns, and
thrashed Roddy.
(Signeo) f. NJ. STANTON.
The Plymouth weekly Democrat. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1860-1869, 1864-05-19
THE LATEST-WEDNESDAY

Up to yesterday morning both Meade
and Lee remained in the positions occupied
by them on Saturday,-the rebel right
extending across the Pc near SHELLS
Bridge. Heavy firing was heard at Belle
Plain between | and 3 o'clock yesterday
afternoon ; bat the cause thereof is as yet
unknown. Heavy reinforcements are
being forwarded to the Federal army and
it is reported that the rebels also are re-
ceiving additions to their forces. Anoth-
er severe battle is expected soon. Lee, in
a dispatch under date of the 1lth, claims
to have achieved a victory.
Butler has been largely reinforced, his
strength now amounting to 10000 men
Confident expectations are entertained of
the speedy cupture of Fort Darling Two
lines ofrebel works have been carried, aud,
when the rebels shall have been dislodCed
from a third position TO which they have
retired, lit is believed that the Federals
will have a clear road open to Richmond,
only about eight miles Off Beauregard is
reported to have got his forces, by shrewd
strategy, past those of Butler, and into
Richmond. The people of that city are
confident of the impregnability Of their
fortifications.
Gen. Crook, at last advices, had obtain
ed possession of Wytheville and Newbern,
in Southwestern Virginia. There are ru-
mors at Cincinnati that Buckner and
Breckenridge are closing in upon Crook
who is endcavoring to join Sigel before
risking an engagement.
a dispatch from Gen. Sherman, under
date of Monday morning, states that he
had entered Resaca, capturing eight guns
and thousand prisoners; and that troops
were in hot pursuit Of Joe Johnston. On
the 13 inst, below Resaca, Gen. McPher-
son captured nine railroad trains laden
with military stores for the rebel army
In the House, on monday, the crcdcn-
tials of Representative from Arkansas
were presented and referred. Resolutions
were offered by Mr.. Dawson, of Pa, re-
curing the President "to make procama-
ton of amnesty to any State which should
Law down its arms and withdraw from the
rebellion, with the guarantee that such
State should be left to reorganiZe and de-
terminc its own institutions, without die
tatlon or interference from the govern
ment of the United States" The resolu-
tons we're laid on the table by vote of
76 to So.
The Plymouth weekly Democrat. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1860-1869, 1864-05-19
LATER.
Mai. Gen, Dix
WASHINGTON, May IA.

AsHINGTON, May Ia.
Maj. Gen, Dix.
The following kilograms have just reach
ed this department from Gen. Butler.
No other reports have been received
SIEGE my dispatch of this p. NJ.
(Signed) Z. NJ. STANTON,
Secret Try of War.
The Plymouth weekly Democrat. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1860-1869, 1864-05-19

Senator Collamer, few days ago, utter
ed the following tremendous rebuke to his
brother Republicans in the U. s. Senate /:
"I do not wish to occupy the time of
the Senate by making any remarks about
the Constitution of the United States. /
think it a subject almost of derision here
with many gentlemen it is an object of
derision. As it is SO in great measure,
and a man is sneered at for maintaining
the Constitution, and if he has decent
respect for it and for his own oath he is
called a 'timid' man I do not wish to
take up much of the attention of body
where such a subject is treated in such a
manner"
The Plymouth weekly Democrat. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1860-1869, 1864-05-19

A Richmond paper states that the dam
age done to the railroads by Gen. Sherl'
Ian has been repaired.
The Plymouth weekly Democrat. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1860-1869, 1864-05-19
CIRCULAR TO TIE LOYAL GOVERNORS

CIRCULAR TO TILE LOYAL GOVERNORS
SUMMARY or TIE NEWS Up TO SUNDAY.
WAsHINoroN. May. IL, . i. NJ.
The military intelligence last night is
highly satisfactory. TIE operations CT
Gen. Sherman have compelled the enemy
to evacuatc Dalton. and our army was
operating upon his TANKS and rear with
the prospect Of important results.
Gen Butler has attacked Fort Darling.
and with small loss to ourselves, It's speedy
reduction was constantly anticipated.
The operations Of the cavalry corps,
under the command Of Cen Sheridan, was
attended with the most brilliant results.
On the 9Th inst, Gil leaving the army Of
the Potomac, Gen Sheridan cot into the
enemy rear, broke both the railroads be-
tween Hanover junction and Richmond,
capturing several locomotives and trains,
and destroying Gen. Lees nepot at Bea-
yer Dam, with over a million Of rations.
He then advanced to Yellow Farera
where he fought the rebe, cavalry which
was commanded by General j. f. B.
Stuart, defeating him, killing Stuart and
capturing the first line Of the enemy's
works around Richmond.
He then advanced between the first and
second lines Of the enemy's works, but
finding them too strong, did not venture
to assail them. He destroyed the bridge
over the Chickahominy on the Central
Railroad, broke up its track for several
miles and finally joined the forces of Gen
Butler, on the James River.
He reports his whole loss as not over so
men in killed and wounded. and not more
than 100 horses.
the Army of the Potomac is $50 yesterday
morning.
The 9Th and 9th corps had advanced
during the night, aud were to have attack
ed at daylight; but there is no sound of
battle heard at headquarters, nor has any
been heard during the day.
This movement, it is believed, compels
Lee to retire by Lynchburg, and that he
withdrew during Friday night.
The rebel papers state that our forces
had destroyed the bridge over New River
and a large extent Of railroad south Of
Lynchburg, and a great quantity of sup
plies
Reinforcements are going forward rapid
y to Gen. Grant, and it is believed that
his whole loss will be filed up.
L make this public the present con-
dition of military operations SO far as
known at this Department
(Signed,) Il. NJ. STANTON,
Secretary of War.
The Plymouth weekly Democrat. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1860-1869, 1864-05-19
"B. I. BUTLER,
Maj. Gen. Comd' s."
"HEADQUARTERs HALFWAY House,

HEADQUARTERS HALFWAY House,
May Ito y. NJ.
"Hon. E. VI. Stanton:
Gen. Smith carried the encmy's first
line on the rigAt this morning at s o'clock
Our loss was small The eucmy have re-
tired into three square redoub's, upon
which we are now bringing cur artillery t.
bear with effect.
(Signcd) b T. Butler,
M Con r.,r,na,,dinrc
The Plymouth weekly Democrat. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1860-1869, 1864-05-19

Miscegen newspapers are resuming. af-
ter a temporary lull, their customary
twaddle respecting loyalty" Those who
have hailed our flag as a Haunting lie, y
and said ''thc Union as it was should new
er curse an honest people or blot the pages
Of history again who wished before the
rebellion began, to ''let the South go, and
plausibly presented her "inalienable right
to secede,-are now most prominent in
their professions of "Unionism.' Their
"loyalty'' is of a character similar to the
religion which is engaged in the inter
ests OF God and humanity" by such care
full devotion to the public veal as has
distinguished the members of "a party
founded on great moral idea" in the New
York Custom House and the Treasury
building at Washington.-Chicago Times
The Plymouth weekly Democrat. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1860-1869, 1864-05-19

Gold represents Democracy grecnbacks,
Republication. The one is going up, the
other going down. Democracy, like gold,
will survive the crash which is inevitable,
while greenbacks will turn to valueless rags.
The Republican party will follow the fate
of its greenbacks to dust and ashes. Let
who will say peace to its ashes, We shall
never pronounce the sacred word peace
over the hated remains of such scoun-
drelly party.
'Vats de matter? vat's de natter
exclaimed an old Dutchman, as he tucked
up his apron and ran out of his shop to
know the meaning Of a crowd in his neigh
borhood. ''Vat's dc natter There is a
man killed" said q bystander. ''Oh, ish
dat all ?" said our friend in disappoint-
ment, ''ish dat all? shust man kilt
Humph fought it wash fight
The Plymouth weekly Democrat. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1860-1869, 1864-05-19

Their Clothing embraces all qualities, and tehy
will not be undersod by any house in the place.
IL Call and examine Goods and Prices for
yourself.
Store 2d door South of Pershing's Drug Store
Fl, mouth, Nov II, lse3-6m-
The Plymouth weekly Democrat. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1860-1869, 1864-05-19

IATEK.
WASHINGTON May l6-5 P. NJ.
Q ,f1i. Gen. Tx:
The Plymouth weekly Democrat. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1860-1869, 1864-05-19
COOKING STOVE,

A S it will bake, broil "r roast better ;A"n any
= other Stove, with saving OF - per cent.
in fuel. AID a very large percentage liz cohven-
The Plymouth weekly Democrat. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1860-1869, 1864-05-19

Their Stock of Boots and Shoesis particularly
deserving public attention, regards quantity
quality anu price
Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1862-1865, 1864-04-13
.aESORsFITUFION-sTATE RlGATs.
RICHMOND WING.
WEDNESDAY MORNING, APRIL Is, 1854
pApERS ZOE ~ III.

We learn that papers mailed 10 the army do not
reach their destination because the postage Is not and
cannot in many cases be paid in advance, or on de-
livery to army carriers by the postmaster To remedy
the officially in regard 10 the Whg, We viii hereafter
ureo.y the postage at this eos on papers ordered by
persons in The army 6eduOtiDg the amount Of postage
from the remittanees sent
By an cement with the Postmaster at Richmond,
We viii mark each paper "paid," which, hy passing
through the oce here, will be evidence to every other
Office that the postage has been paid here.
Wbea no post Office is given, but merely the COM
pauy regiment 40, delay of day in the Richmond
Pos. Oce is unavoidable. Persons in the army order
ing the paper viii therefore state the post Office, and
We viii change the direction when requested.
Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1862-1865, 1864-04-13

DrArH OF LORD AsHBURrox-The foreign news in
forms us Of the death of William Bingham Lord Ash
burton the son of the distinguished Lord Asbburton,
yho made with Daniel Webster the Northwestern
Boundary Treaty. Tho late Lord Ashburton was born
in Philadelphia in 1879, his mother having been an
American lady, the daughter of William Bingham, a
noted merchant Of the last century, and United States
Senator from Pennsylvania. At an early age the late
nobean returned with his father and mother to ,Eag
land, where he has since remained taking an active
though prominent part in politics He strong.
ly liOeral in his tendencies, and Interested himself
much in the movements for the Improvement Of
the lower classes England. On his fathers side be
was related to some Of the most wealthy titled families
Of England and his mothers to several American
families residing In Pennsylvania.
Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1862-1865, 1864-04-13

.hsr own CHOICE thsy eAnaO therefore, deprive US OF
another and superior right which we derive from 40
other and suPeriOrI.w. They withdraw the privilege
bu, they cannot abroga.e the Law. Hence, should il
happen that Confederate cruisers be compelled to burn
at sea British vessels captured under the law of
tions, as they now do with Yankee vessels, England
" Il have Nobody but herself to blame for It. Il will
only be aaother illustration of the principle that
"neque enim lex justior ulla
Guam neels arsHses Arie perire sua."
Or, in palmer terms, it wi BE- case Of
"Fhe Engineer hoist with his own petard"
Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1862-1865, 1864-04-13

fore oen Awerca will have taken up the tumul.,
and about D 1850 or 1861 there will be div on IN
tie United States. The South will 60 to berself and
then war; famine and pestilence will stalk abroad over
tls aed Murders. arsons incest theft and ell other
crn.g, viii be rife In the nd. Hope VIII depart from
every human breast Governments that have been
deemed mpregnabe viii topple and fall but the end 10
not yet.
"s. Thirty years from the "beginning Of this end"
will pass away aud upon the broad earth there viii ex-
ist no Government such now exists, or which may
exist up to that tme--al viii be overturned-a win
be destroyed Those then on earth will return to the
government Of the Patriarohs, aud the sire Of many
descendants will rule and govern as in the days Of
Abram Isaac and Jacob and servants and slaves like
wise will exist es in those days.
"a. FoTtyf years of this Patfiarchal rule, and
then comes the glorious day-the mll!enium-and the
return OF Jesus Christ earth here to reign tenn
poral Prince three hundred and sixtyfve thousand
years Happy is he who may be on earth, or who may
have arisen from the EARTH fitted as subject to live
under the mild government OF suoh Prince and King.
AMMADAR.
"Delaware River, Sd Mo-, A. D. 1850"
There you have it, verbatim Of litsratim.
Yours, a., JOIN Smith.