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Hammond gazette. [volume] (Point Lookout, Md.) 1862-1864, 1864-07-20

the ANIMAL and as he saw it tremble with fear in
his narrow prison-house, his heart swelled with
pity, and he appealed with eloquent words that
his captive might again go free. God, he said,
had made the woodchuck he had made him to
live, to enjoy the bright sunshine, the pure air,
the free fields and woods. God had not made
him nor anything in vain the woodchuek had
as much right to live as any other living thing
he was not destructive ANIMAL as the wolf and
fox were; he simply ate o few common vegeta-
bles, of which they had plenty and could well
spare part; he destroyed nothing except the
little food he needed to sustain his humble life
and that little food was as sweet to him, and as
necessary to his existence, as was to them the
food upon their mothers table. God furnished
their own food he gaze them all they possessed,
and would they not spare little Tor the dumb
creature, who really had as much right to his
small share of Gods bounty as they themselves
had to their portion; yea, more: the animal had
never violated the laws of his nature, nor the
laws of his God, as man often did, but strictly
followed the simple instincts he had received
from the hands of the Creator of all things
Created by Gods hands, he had right from
God to life, TO food, to liberty and they had no
right to deprive him of either. He alluded to
the mute but earnest pleadings of the animal for
that life, as sweet, as dear to him as their own
was to them; and the first judgment they might
expect, if, in selfish cruelty and cold-hearted-
ness, they took the life they could not restore
again.
During this appeal, tears had started to the
old mans eyes, and were fast running down has
sanburnt cheeks every feeling Of fathers
heart was stirred within him. he saw the future
greatness of his son before his eyes he felt that
God had blessed him and bis children beyond
the lot of common men his pity and sympathy
were awakened by the eloquent words OF COM
passion, and the strong appeal for mercy and,
forgetting the judge in the man and the father,
he sprang from his chair, (while Daniel was in
the midst of his argument, without thinking he
had already won his CASEY and, turning to his
Oldest son, dashing the tears from his eyes, he
exclaimed " Zeke, Zeke, you let that wood
chuck go ~
Hammond gazette. [volume] (Point Lookout, Md.) 1862-1864, 1864-07-20

Ebenezer Webster, father of Daniel, was
farmer, the vegetables in his garden suffered
considerably from the depredations of a wood
chuck, whose hole and habitation was near the
premises Daniel, some ten or twelve years old,
and his brother Ezekiel, proposed to kill the an
imal and end at once all further trouble with
him but Daniel looked with compassion upon
this meek, dumb captive, and offered to let him
90 free. The boys could not agree, and appeal
ed to their father to decide the case.
"Well my boys" said the old gentleman, #
will be Judge There is prisoner, (pointing to
the woodchuck, and you shall be the counsel,
and plead the case for and against his life and
liberty"
Ezekiel opened the case with strong argu-
ment, urging the mischievous nature of the ami
NAL, the great harm he had already done; said
that much time and labor had been spent IN his
capture, and if he was suffered to live and go at
large. he would renew his depredations, and be
GINNING enough not to suffer himself to be
caught again, and that he ought now to be pe'
to death: that his skin was Of some value and
tina. to make the most of him they could, 1t
would not repay one half the damage he had al
ready done. His argument was ready, practi-
CAL aud to the point, and of much greater
,enoth than our limits will allow us to occupy
in relating the story.
The father looked with pride upon his son,
who became distinguished jurist in has man
hood.
"Now, Daniel, It's your turn; I'll hear what
you have to say"
1t was his first case. Daniel 80" tnA' su0
plea of his brother had sensibly affected ms Ia
Their, the Judge and as bis large, brilliant olack
ewes looked upon the soft, timid expression OF
Hammond gazette. [volume] (Point Lookout, Md.) 1862-1864, 1864-07-20
Lincoln AnecdOte.

The following is one of Mr.. Lncoln's stories
These he tells often in private conversation rarely
in his speeches.
once knew good, sound churchman,
whom wei call Brown, who was on committee
to erect bridge over very dangerous and
rapid river. Architect after architect failed,
and at last Brown said he had a friend named
Jones who had bnild several bridges and could
build this. Let's have him, said the commit
tee. In came Jones. Can you build this bridge
STRIP Yes replied Jones; could build
bridge to the internal region, If necessary, The
sober committee were hcrri6ed but when Jones
retired, Brown thought it bit fair to defend his
friend. Il know Jones so WE'LL said ne, and
he is so honest man, and SO good An architect,
that, if he states soberly and positively that he
can build a bridge TO llades-why, believe it.
But have my doubts about the abutnent on
the Internal side So, Lincoln added when
politicians said they could harmonic the North"
ern and Southern wings of the democracy, why,
] believed them Bnt | had my doubts about
he 9butmen on the Southern side ="
Hammond gazette. [volume] (Point Lookout, Md.) 1862-1864, 1864-07-20

AT Bangkok, in Siam, there is number of
native Christians, chiefly mixed descendants OF
Portuguese, who are hated for their thieviSh and
other bad habits And, among other accom-
plishments, ehey are complete adopts in the art
of pig-stealing; so much SO, that grunter can
be whipped up and carried off without the least
noise and even without the animal being per-
fectly aware of the circumstance.
was told of circumstance which occurred 10
a Danish gentleman, who resided in the factory
a few Years previous to my visit. He had SOW,
Hammond gazette. [volume] (Point Lookout, Md.) 1862-1864, 1864-07-20
goetrv.

Ee sleeps Where They Have Left Hin
The weird wild signing night-winds,
Chant a requium DER the dead,
For he sleeps where they have left him,
On his cold uncovered bed.
Heeds he not the cries around him,
Of the wounded on the plain,
For the spirit-chain hath bound him,
And he knows no more of pain.
Yes, he sleeps where they have left him
Not q sigh nor plying tear
Can be heard or seen above him
Not a weeping one is near.
Friendless lived the sad but brave one;
Friendless died where terror reigns,
Friendless cen since death has bound him
In its fearful icy chains.
Oh he sleeps where they have laid him,
On that fearful battle plain
But the angels weep above him
AS he lies amid the slain.
Hammond gazette. [volume] (Point Lookout, Md.) 1862-1864, 1864-07-20

ON THE road to EPSON, moustached youth,
on the top of drag, evidently ambitions of
being mistaken for I'm officer" thus salnted
fat eoachman, who was gravely driving bis mas
ter and family:
g Halloa, you, sir where's your, SHIFT coli
lar How dare you come to the Derby without
a shirt collar p
Jehu prowled forth, without lifting his eyes
from his horses.
mOw the dooce could when your mother
has not sent home my washing 2?
The daily register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1863-1864, 1864-10-28
The MARYLAND CoNsrIrurIoslL ELrc.

The MARYLAND CONSTITUTIONAL ELRc.
TIoN.-The only additional returns which
have been received in relation TO the clec-
ton is the vote of one company Of the Sd
Potomac Home Brigade, which gives ma
iority of Is for the Constitution. This,
according to the information which has
been received by US, makes the majority
for the Constitution one hundred and sixty
four. 1t is proper to note, however, with
regard to the soldiers vote, that there is
some doubt about its correctness as re-
ported to US, aud nothing but the official
report OF Governor Bradford will give
definite idea Of the result 1t is believed
the report will modify very materially the
majorities as published heretofore. Wbeth-
er the final report will be for or against
the Constitution is not at present knowa.
Yesterday morning Thos. 8. Alexander,
Esq, applied to the Superior Court OF this
city for writ CT mandamus to compel Gov.
Bradford to reject the soldiers vote, on the
ground Of illegality. Th, application was
refused by Judge Martin, and an appeal
was taken to the Court Of Appeals. Me-.
Alexander proceeds to Annapolis this
morning 70 ask the court to appoint sp
early day for hearing Of the case.
The daily register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1863-1864, 1864-10-28
The Prospect I'm Illinois.
From the Illinsis State Register.

From almost every congressional district
almost every county in the state, We are
receiving the most cheering assurances that
the democrats are becoming more and more
thoroughly aroused TO the importance Of
CARRYING illinois by larger majority than
ever before, and are working with CORES
ponding increase Of energy and industry to
secure That desirable end. asss ik
Democratic meetings, even where the
abolitionists claim to have everything their
own way, are mole largely attended THAI
are those Of their antagonists. AT Bloom
ington, for instance, prominent republicans
admitted that the democratic meeting he'd
there on the 18th inst was the largest 20.
litical gathering ever seen in thas place
And at Danville the republican meeting on
the 10th was not so large b. fully ONE
third as that Of the democrats on the day
before.
All through the northern and crntrsl
portions Of the state there are evidences Of
an increase of our party strength, which
must result in largely increased vote on
our general ticket.
The daily register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1863-1864, 1864-10-28
GEoRsE B. MCCLELLAN,
Major Gen. U. s. Army.

A FEW months ago General j. q. Bar
nard, Of the United States Corps Of Epgi
neers, published small volume entitled
"The Peninsular Campaign and its Antsce-
dents, as developed by the Report oil Major
Gen. George B. Mcclellan and other Puo.
lie Documents" 1t purportedIto be "re-
view" of that campaign, but in reality it
was coarse aud malignant personal attack
on the military reputation Of Gen. McClel
Ian, When be wrote his "review" Gen.
Barnard was only Brigadier General Of
Volunteers. Since the publication of bis
"review" he has been made Major Gen
eral of Volunteers. Sic hW ad astrd,
National Mleltigencer.
The daily register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1863-1864, 1864-10-28
HENRY ROSENTHRAL,
III. Southwest Cor Market Square 4 Union st.,
WHEELING, w. VA,
Importer and Dealer in
Foreign g. Domestic Wines & Liquors

RGs leave TO call the attention Of ths public to hii
II lsree and IL assorted stock Of French Brandies
Jsmiaca Rum, Holland Gins, seotch and Irish Whis
kies Port Sherry, MADEIRA and Claret Wines, Spark
ing Cassvbss and Champegnss. :.
Also, 10 his large stock Of Domestic Liquors, q
Cherry, Blackberry, Raspberry, Apple and feaen
Brandies Bourbon ana Rye Whistles, Stomach and
COCKTAIL bitters also 10 my celebrated dou tie ectned
Roee Whisky.
also manufacture and keep constantly on hand
large stock Of prime Cider Vinegar, TO vhcn,
Mn the above choice brands of 1iqHor would iIvt<
saeslpsij. -. spI, sept20
The daily register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1863-1864, 1864-10-28
9!allp 8eglgkrs oa0

LEWIS BAKER q CO. Pusznzz.s. gtzl
(For the Registerl
ssLittle Macs" Men.
[Parodisd from anr old Scotsh ballsd-"Ths
Cameron Men"-for the Mcclellan Gles Club Of 5iJ3l
wheeling.l sfas 81 ssol,a3s
Let every true man Of Little Macs band,
Who has followed his chief to the fed, -I".f
Now to support him. though bittsr the strife, HUG
For McCleans men never can yield.
I hear the bugle sounding, sounding
Shril Ger peaceful land;
While light springing footsteps now tread the
s green sod
IT'S the march of Little Macs band.
How proudly they walk! for Mccielan's men ti'
feel
That warrior more brave was n er seen
All joyously follow they now to the field rttatrFa
Where await him again laurels green ''i
hear the bugle, &c,
At last the suns risen it shines on the path
Ever trod by the brave and the true;
High, high are their hopes, for their leader has
said .. ta'"3H Htf y +
That " whatever men dare, they can do"
I hear the bugle, &c lz,
The daily register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1863-1864, 1864-10-28
.~ .f
|llel First, Arrival l4el
sga2isii1s sae fst % ss
.FALLAND WINTER
.,.l .l-s.l. NJ. GOODS,
l,sEHBoa aG49 -
r34a3 se, 'ss s AT ;a
GREATLY 9 ga REDUCED PRICES.
.,ssl Wholesale and Retail.

SrtS --.-. asa .f
e3l lsuf 3 5aa
The unasdensd. having just returned from the
Eastern dss. no. prepared to exhibit his stock Of
FALL AND WINTER GOODS,
which, In varety, elegance and eheapness cannot be
sS @: s.sa%s,s :aGs .sS .1s +. aide s,s., q
ever brought TO this market and viii be offered to the
trade, either Wholesale or retail at greatly reduced
prices. Az have made arrangements to engage In
some ether bssnsss BY nsxt spring. my stock must be
7 viii enumeeate few articles:
.aiaela a, LADIES FUR5.
a3. 900 worth OF Ladies' Furs, consisting Of Fitch
~se. 81 1 k sps
to suit the purchaser, either Dy the set or single
piece at aS low prices the same goods have been
sold for two years ago. Ladies', call soon and exam
inc my stock Of furs; yqa will am sure, ind It to
" 'i4 LADIES FUR HOODS. Is d
large stock Ladies' Fur Hoods at last years prices
LADIES' cLoAKs AND sHAwLs.
A full sto X Of handsome Cloaks and Shawls, which
q will bs old very cheap.
wooLLRN GOODS. aI
$50 dossn, such ss Hoods, of the latest style. Nubas,
sontags, Breakfast Shawls and Polkas, some very
handsome.
RIBBONS,
-
s, 900 pieces Bonnet Trimming and Mantus Ribbon,
at very Low prices. some OF the very hanasomsst
must be closed out this winter. e.
To my stock Of f...s.f .........-
MILLINERY GOODS {
would call particular attention It is larger, and
more complete in all its various branches, than at any
time heretofore offered. o.
Also, large stock Of
Ladies' Misses aud Children's Hats,
all Of the latest dsssns Imperials Busenias, sarato
gas, Turbans, &c., &C.
LADIES DRESS GAPS,
MoHAIR GAPS,
r- SILK MITTs and
HEAD DRESSES
GENTS FURNISHING GOODS,
GENTS FUR COLLARS,
FUR GLOVES,
A LARGE VARIETY OF SCARFS.
PLAIN AND FANCYHOsE
CH1LDREN's GLOVES,
DRESS TRIMMINGS,
BUGLE TRIMMING,
BUGLE ORNAMENTS,
and an endless variety Of Goods entirely too numer-
Gus to partoulsrize, all Of which win be sold to suit
the imes.
The daily register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1863-1864, 1864-10-28
TAXES. TAXES. TAXES.

i ACCUhDANVE Win tho pfoVi6iOns oi an
i Act of the Log stature of West Virginia, en-
titled IAN act for the collection of Taxes" passed
December 7th, 1853, and the provisions Of an or
der of the Board Of Supervisors Of Ohio county,
passed October 10th, 1864, hereby give notice
to the taxrayors OF Ohio county, that am now
prepared to reoeivs the State, County and School
TaIs assessed In the townships within the City
District Of said county, at my Office, under the
Court Hous :, from this 18th day Of October 1864
until the frst day Of November next and all such
taxes as have been sssessed In the several town
ships of the County District Of said County shall
be prepared TO receive at my said Ofice from tho
18th day Of Octobs, unt0 said LIST day Of Noyem-
ber next> and after ssd last mentioned date L, OF
some Of my Deputies, will wait upon the taxpay-
ers of the several Townships for three successive
dsys-the placs Of payment in each township first
beiEe made known by the posting Of hsndbills.
And in accordance With the further provisions Of
said cot and order, shall allow reduction Of two
and half Der csntam on the State Tax and County
Levy which shall b paid at my office or at the
places designstsd 10 the several townships, a
aforesaid W 10
JOSEPH SEYBOLD,
Sheriff Of Ohio County
N. .B.-Psrsous having already paid their taxes
win please call Immediately at my Office with
their tax receipts, IN order that msy refund r
them two and half per centum Of the County
Lew DO paid by them before the passing Of the
order OF the Beard Il superv isors above referred
IN J. SEYB0LD,
octla.,ul SOC.
The daily register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1863-1864, 1864-10-28
McClellan's Farewell to his
rt Soldiers.


Fit- Soldiers.
"I WISH YOU To STAND BY BURNSIDE ks
you HAVE STOOD BY ME-"
One Of the most thrilling aud impressive
scenes in history was the parting of Nc
Clellen from his brave troops. His noble
words to them will be remembered: 81
wish you to stand by Burnsidoas as you have
stood by me, and all will be well. Good
bye" .e..Es
. HEADa'Rs ARMY OF THE PoromAo,
CAMP NEAR REcToRTowN,
November 7, 1862
Officers and soldiers Of The Army ofhe Po-
tOmdc:
:. An order Of the President devolves upon
Major General Burnside the command Of
this army. In parting from you, ! cannos
express the love and gratitude bear to
you. As an army you have grown up un
der my care. In you | have never found
doubt or coldness. The battles you have
fought under my command will proudly
live In our national history. The glory
you have achieced-our peri,s and fatigues
the graves of our comrades fallen in bat
tie and by disease-the broken forms of
those, whom wounds and sickness have
disabled are tho strongest associations
which can exist among men united still by
an indisoluble bond that WE WILL RvHR BE
COMRADES IN SUPPORTING THE CONSTITUTION
OF OUR COUNTRY AND The NATIONALITY OF
ITS PEOPLE. tat
GEORGE B. MCCLELLAN,
Major Gen. U. s. Army.
The daily register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1863-1864, 1864-10-28

The und9isnsd, having Just returned from the
Eastern cities nov prepared to exhibit his stock OF
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-11-18
ew vork Hxarket.

NEW Yosk, November H.
Cotton heavy decidedly lower, at 81 80 for
middling
Flour-Stste and Western dull 25Cd40c lower,
50 1919 - for extra State; $40 65(6l0 SIS
for common TO good shipping brands extra round
hoOp Ohio and Sll 0O@l2 for trade brands.
Whisky scarcely firm at 81 736l "a TO.
estern
Wheat 3(d5c lower; winter red Western 81 25
choice new white Michigan 81 So: choice amber
Michigan 81 40.
Rye quiet Barley dull and heavy.
Corn dull and declining at 81 79@l 50 for
mixed Western in store; the latter an extreme
and 81 50 for small lot do
Oats dull and lower 81 81 Tor Western afiost
and in store.
Coffee dull and nominal. Sugar dull at % for
Porto Rico; MuscovadO 2l022
Molasses dull al 81 30
Pork frmer. at &3s 00@3S 30 for mess:
S39 95G4O % for new do. cash and regular way
closing $40 %; $685. OO@37 80 for prime and
s3s 5000 for city prime mess
Beef firm and in good demand at S7@l2
tor country mess; $l4022 for repacked mess.
and Sl9d24 for extra mess
Beef hams firm al 21(d2s
Cut meats are rather heavy az l10lS for
shoulders. and lS62l for hams
Lard rather heavr and shade lower at 2ll1
92334.
Butter quiet and steady at 34@36c Tor Ohio
and 5265s for Stsio Cheese heavy At l5G
24is
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-11-18

Washington Nov l7.-This afternoon the
MARYLAND Union State Central Committee form
ally called upon the President TO congratulate
him on his re election ". II Purrell, the chair
man. in els address, said they felt under deep OBJ.
legations TO h,3. because by the exercise Of rare
discretion on his part. Maryland TODAY occupied
the proud position OF free State and they de.
sired that his future administration Of the gov
eminent. as in the past might result in the res.
toration of the Uuion with universal freedom n
its basis. The President 10 reply said be would
not attempt 20 conceal bis qualification with the
result of the election he had exercised his best
judgment for the good Of the whole country. and
to have the seal OF appreciation placed upon his
course was exceecinglv gratifying 90 his feel
ings.
He expressed his belief that the policy be had
pursued was the best and only one which could
save the country. II repeated what he had said
before. that he INDUCED in no feeling Of triumph
over any one who had thought or acted different.
ly from him He had no such feelings towards
any living man. He thought the adoption of q
free constitution for MARYLAND big thing, and 8
victory for right. and with great deal more
than the part OF Maryland in the election al.
though OF the latter DC thought we'll
In conclusion he repeated what. be bad previ.
ousy said. that those who differed from and OPP
posed US viii see that defeat was better for their
own good than it they had been successful
Some time was spent in pleasant intercourse.
the President relating several anecdotes appro-
pirate 10 the occasion
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-11-18
DAILY SENTINEL.
FRIDAY MORNING. NOVEMBER Is.
PNoCs.Aw NATION.
sFArs 90 IxpsAsA. ExscCIrvs DsrAsrsxs
indianapolis. November ". l5e<.


To Dss Psepss Of Indiana:
The President % N. United States 10 consideration Of
tb. Divine mercies visisly aud oonsssty exhibited
during the trials through which country i nov pass
ina bs In hi. Proclamation Of the Goth Of October last,
appointed Thursday, Gath Of the present month day
q Thanksgiving and Prayer. In s observance be urges
all humble selves IN gratitude 20 the Almighty
D-pOssr o Events. and to uppicais Him Tor the speedy
return q harmony and peace. The duty Of Christian
people sckn0~edgc the goodness Of God and In every
way 20 show themseses chsernliy submissive 70 his viii,
s paramount 20 ell o;hers-
l. therefore, earnestly recommend the people Of Ind
observe the day appointed by the President 70
abandon all secular busines and devote their time and
ihoashz 70 The solemn demands u religion. 10 all the
s.rcses vouchssfed na0n the people Of Indiana
have shared sbundany. They have gathered bounteous
hsrvsss and enabled contribute largely and
honoraby the 70 restore the integrity
and prosperity Of our Government To them God has
shown bis mercy oonspleuousy Ard il j. their duty TO ae-
EnowIedse IT, Only by thanksgiving ami prayer but
- deeds Of kindness the needy. Of mercy 20 the suffer
Ing ard above ALL BY prompt aud abundant care or the
families of thoe through whose courage and sacrifices IN
The field hope TO see our nation restored and renewed
do. therefore. most earnestly recommend that .
Thanksgiving Day collections made in all the church.
es and that contributions ofnoney clothing fuel and all
neoessares 81 - b. made everywhere for the support
q the families Of volunteers and drafted during
the coming winter. Ths demands increased CON-
forts and literal expenditures; ard II We would
show ourselves deserving Of the mercy ask Of Cod
should bestow In free upon the families Of
those 10 whom under such great obligations At
the time that organizations will be instituted
in every neighborh0od the efforts in this be-
half every soldier may be made feel that his fam
y will be ply provided for by those for whom be is
daring and enduring much.
.. r. MORTON,
Cr~.~-.ox ~ III.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-11-18

ST. Louis. November l7.-An officer just from
Memphis says:
Information believed TO be correct reached
there that General CANDY died from The effect OF
his recent wound while enroute 10 New Orleans
on the gunboat Cricket
About half the counties in Missouri give Lin.
coin nearly twenty thousand majority on the
home vote
The soldiers vote in The sixth district will elect
Van Horn. Republican. ~ from two TO FIVE
hundred
In the fourth district il Is not definitely settled
whether Boyd the present incumbent, or Kills is
elected-both radicals.
All other Republican candidates in the State
except COgan from this district. are undoubtedly
elected
Returns from Kansas indicate the election Of
CLARK TO Congress by thousand to fifteen hun.
dred malority.
Craiord, Laneite Tor Governor, aud the re
mainder OF the State ticket will receive three 20
four thousand msjsrty on the home vote
Lane will have two-thirds vote on Joint bal
lot in the legislature
Mr. Nicolay Presidents Secreisry. i wing
quite ~ AZ the Lindel House