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Sioux City register. [volume] (Sioux City, Iowa) 1858-1871, 1864-01-30

"a DIED-At Fort Dodge, on the Oath
inst, WILLIE, only child Of Dr. VIM. r.
and Rebecca y. Smith Of this place, aged
one year four months and twenty eight
days.
WILLIS was lovely child, and the sor>
rowful tidings have brought tears to many
eyes. But Of such ms piration teaches US
"are the kingdom of Heaven" and God
only called him home.
"Weep not for those whom the veil Of the tomb
In life 8 early morning hath mid from eyes,
Ere sin threw veil DER the spirits young bloom
Or earth had profaned what was born for the SIX e,
Cox.
In this city, Jan. ODD, Mrs. JENNIE NJ.
FIELD, aged p years, after an illness Of
four days.
This sad event has sent painful thrill
through many hearts. The deceased had
gained wide circle of friends, and by her
pure warmhearted kindness she held them
bound to her in the strongest ties Of
friendship. She was likewise singularly
aHectionate and devoted in her domestic
attachments. Her sudden departure has
most sadly and affectionately bereft fond
husband, mother and sister. Many
Others who condole tenderly with these
sorrow. stricken relatives deeply gr;eve
their own loss of very genial and much
beloved friend.
The evidence she gave of being fully
prepared for new and blessed life affords
consoling reflection to air who loved her,
aud now mourn her absence from the
scenes Of earth. -CoM
Sioux City register. [volume] (Sioux City, Iowa) 1858-1871, 1864-01-30

EJ" The members and friends Of s..
Thomas Church in this city, are making
preparations for Festival at the Waure.
gan House, on Tuesday evening, Feb. 9th.
Tho occasion will undoubtedly be very
pleasant one, as portion of the.
entertainment will consist Of tableaur
cirdnts, and both vocal and instrumental
music
Sioux City register. [volume] (Sioux City, Iowa) 1858-1871, 1864-01-30
Sioux City &tgist&r
ALI over Town and County.

~. Subscribers will take notice that when their
paper comes to them with a colored (X) marked on
II, they may be sure that their subscription has
nearly expired; and unless renewed at once the
parer will be stopped.
Sioux City register. [volume] (Sioux City, Iowa) 1858-1871, 1864-01-30

D1 All persons having muskess be.
longing to the State Of Iowa, received of
G. W. Chamberln, will please deliver
them to c. X. Smith Immediately, and
take their receipt for the same.
GEO. w. CHAMBERLAIN.
Sioux City register. [volume] (Sioux City, Iowa) 1858-1871, 1864-01-30
Eslyn MARRIED Mt the Waure,an Tnu

IT MARRIED at the Waurcsan House
in this city, by the Hon. N. lowering, on
the evening Of the % inst, JSo. RuopEy
and CATHERINE SWITZERLAND, both of
Dixon county, Nebraska.
In this city, on the 18th inst, at the
residence Of the brides father, by Rev.
John Mathers, Capt. II. w. HAIL. of the
Army of the Cumberland, to Miss ANNE
NJ. MAkrIS.-Jacksonril1c (W) Sentinel
Sioux City register. [volume] (Sioux City, Iowa) 1858-1871, 1864-01-30
Sioux City Bakery.

TIVE proprietors would respectfully announce to
i the citizens Of Sioux City and surround ing
country, that their ment is always suppl
cd with Fresh Bread, Cakes. Pies. d q.
H. Families suppliep to order with Fresh Bread,
Pies ana Cakes. JAM
Sioux City register. [volume] (Sioux City, Iowa) 1858-1871, 1864-01-30

Philadelphia, Jan. 23.-Special to the
Bulletin, says it is officially announced
that Rosencrans has been assigned COM
mand Of the department Of Missouri.
Sioux City register. [volume] (Sioux City, Iowa) 1858-1871, 1864-01-30

D6 We are indebted to Hon. A. w.
HUBBARD, NJ. G. from this district, for Va.
liable ''Public Documents
Sioux City register. [volume] (Sioux City, Iowa) 1858-1871, 1864-01-30


We are indebted to the Des Moines
Daily Statesman for the following items {:
Senator Eieciea.-James W. Grimes
(Aboltion) has been reelected as Sena-
tor six years from the 18th of March, 1864.
Adjutant General-Governor Stone has
appointed N. B. Baker, to continue in the
office Of Adjutant General.
State Hrinter.-F. W. Palmer has been
elected State Printer for two years.
State Binder.-F NJ. Mills, was elected
State Binder.
Wardc" Of Psnitentiary.-E. A. Lay.
ton, was elected Warden of penitentiary.
A Lone MAgcu.-The Kansas City
Journal says:
Four companies Of the Colorado Second
which arrived from the plains last week,
made march worthy Of record. They
made the trip, 800 miles, in SO days, and
without losing man. They kept up
with the Missouri llth, which came 10 at
the same time mounted. One hundred
and eighty four miles of the distance no
wood was to be had. Considering the
season Of the year, the nature OF the
country travelled over and the terrible se
verify Of the weather, we doubt whether
a more remarkable march has been made
during the present war.
Sioux City register. [volume] (Sioux City, Iowa) 1858-1871, 1864-01-30

Observation-Disclosures r,h Is ofession al,erytce
i tothe citizens IF Sioux City and surrounding
country. Once, at the Drug Stor con PearIstreet
Reside nc 81 m m % tel opposite.
solS-nof7. JOHNBALL, N D,
Sioux City register. [volume] (Sioux City, Iowa) 1858-1871, 1864-01-30

DeSr On Tuesday evening last we had
the pleasure of attending ball at the
house Of PAUL PAcoUErrE, Esq. 1t was
decidedly pleasant institution. All was
m'rth and joli,y, and every one appeared
to be there for the purpose of enjoying
themselves-and we should conclude they
succeeded, judging from the satisfied ana
pleased appearance Of all the guests
The music was fine. and the supper sup
berb, and we got home sometime in the
"shank" Of the morning.
Sioux City register. [volume] (Sioux City, Iowa) 1858-1871, 1864-01-30

By List Of Letters remaining in the
Post Office at Sioux City, Iowa, January
Goth, lS64:-H. F. Bennett, Timothy
Caswell2 ,, VIM Graham ?, Neils Z Hpmle,
Samuel Kirk, Lyndon B. Lyford, Mr.. Ro.
der, George Robinson, Andrew RAIDER,
John H. Ssofer, John c. Taylor, Christian
Thomson.
Persons calling for any of the above
letters will please say Advertised.
J. C. C. HOSkINS, p. NJ.
Sioux City register. [volume] (Sioux City, Iowa) 1858-1871, 1864-01-30

gINIIE undersigned has removed into his now shop
l on Pearl street. where he il now prepared to
attend to everyt hing connected with the Tunsu.ia,
art in the most fashionable style. The patronage Of
the gent lemen Of Sioux city and vicinity is e,t-
ully solicited. julie ADAM fALk.
Sioux City register. [volume] (Sioux City, Iowa) 1858-1871, 1864-01-30

4 TT0RNEYSa at LAW. Sioux City, Iowa Will
n practice in the Courts Of Iowa aud Northern
Nebraska. once on Douglas street. dsclo-oO
Sioux City register. [volume] (Sioux City, Iowa) 1858-1871, 1864-01-30

MIR. II. respectfully calls the attention ofthe
vi citizens Of Sioux City. Nebraska and Dakota
Territories to his establishment The most fash
ionable and fsstidious persons suited in every res
pect. Clothes repaired and cleaned in a superior
manner. ChilAren's Garments made up in the most
approved styles.
Particular attention paid to the making mp of
Furs. Indian dressed otter and Beaver Fur kept
constantly on hand.
SCOTS Fashion Plates
Received regularly Mr.. II. hopes by nnremitted
attention to business fidelity and prompti ess in
the execution Of orders, to merit continuance OF
the public patronage. -
augl7-6t JAMES Htl'HlNs.
Sioux City register. [volume] (Sioux City, Iowa) 1858-1871, 1864-01-30

A large lot of Corn, Wheat, Oats
and Pork w anted this Fall, for which
the best rates will be paid. Also,
Dry and Green Hides, Furs, and ali
kinds of Produce taken in ex change
for Goods.
Sioux City, Iowa May 3otb, 1861
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1864-08-11
k.aVEsk HTEMS.

The favorite mail and passenger packet Jenni
Whipple, Captain Campbell, will depart for Fort
Madison and way polntsto-mor,ow morning a,
clock. Lemuel Parkhurst in the office. L. A
Tilebein, agent.
The new Northern Line packe, Mnsca,nc
Captain Rhodes, will depart for St Louis
tomorrow George w. jerks in the Office r. NJ
Prcttyman agen.
The popular mail and passenger packet James
Means, Captain Jerry Wood. will depart for Du
buque and way points tomorrow at clock r.
NJ. Prettvman. agent.
PENDISA AGROUND The Pembina got
aground Tuesday evening about 9 clock,
within sight Of Fort Madison, and did not
get OH until O'Clock Wednesday morning.
One of her spars was broken, and rigging
badly damaged in TIE operation. She ar
rived at this point at the usual hour, how
ever, with light cargo and but few people
DaowSrD.-The Dubuque Xorald says
that a German passenger on the War Eagle
walked overheard last Saturday evening.
while the boat was lying al Columbus, and
was drowned
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1864-08-11
DAILY DEMOCRAT.
CONVERSATIONAL COnvcmsi ON.

The Democrats of the Second Congress.
sional District Of Iowa, are requested to
meet in Convention, at Dewitt. Clinton
county, on Wednesdoy, September 2, 1884,
at 10 o'clock, AM, for the purpose Of nom
in:.''ng a candidate for Congress.
Tie ratio Of representation will be one
delegate for every one hundred votes cast
for j. NJ. Tuttlc in 1868, and one additional
delegate for fraction of fifty votes.
W. l.. CLARK,
CHARLES RICH,
j. WILEY,
N. q. SALES,
W. K. EDGAR,
CHARLES SCOTT,
Longf.ssioadl Committee.
Davenport, Aug. 9, 1864.
District papers copy.
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1864-08-11

ArcrIoN.-Don't forget to attend the sale
at j. d. Clusters farm, five miles from Da-
venport, on the LeClaire road. For partc-
ulsrs, see advertisement.
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1864-08-11
COMMERCIAL,


OFFIcE OF THE DAVENPORT DEMOCRAT,
We.lne sday evening, Aug 10. 1851
FLova-Retai Sll. 80 in nbl sll ~ in paper
wholesale 1 J,:o in bbl $1,000 in paper.
WHrAr.-No. |, well cleaned, round and plump,
Club, Tea and Calena, sl.5n; No. r, all sound.
not ciead enough for No I, Sl.i5; rejected, mus
~ and damp. 90 cents.
CoRs.-Sheiled No. l. sound, plump and dry,
%; do No. l, shrunken in ear. 10. /, sound
plump and dry, ,s5 do No 9 shrnnken, So
Oars. No |, clean and sound, 55 ado. No. Q.
damp and not clean So
WHITE BEAss.-$2 oo02. 50.
FLAxsEED.- *2.Og@225.
TIxoTHY.-$2.25@25
CLovRR.-47. .O00l7 .25.
pOrATOSS --5aN1r5
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1864-08-11

BrY your white goods and notions at
strccpcr's, in Metropolitan Block. Also,
fans, parasols, perfumcrics, &c. He sells
them cheap. Give him call.
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1864-08-11

Among great many provisions 10 the To-
sefnal 1evenss Ac1," appeoeed Jose 80, 1854,
will be found the ioltosing:
No peSDon, hrm Of ee0p1sy can engage 70
any srsde, business or profession what's ,ese
here The Rroes suoual receipts shalt exceed
1900 per annum. and 10 some prescribe
cases no specified amount 10 reqoisise without
1rst obtaining OF making application. Of .
Assessor, for . license.
Naoufac ures are requi-ed, withou. any
uotice from the Assessor, before commencing
as such, 70 make . statement, under oath, set.
ting forth the Das0re Of the business, name
place, &C., and they are also required, on o.
before the 1Otn day Of each month, to render
10 the Assessor full statement OF tho goods
manufactured and sold for The previous
montb, as well as that used or consumed b,
themselves or others or removed from the fac.
tory. Tho marke: valae or price obtained
for the e0Ods must bs given IN the mon,hly
return. The tax in most cases is 5 per CEN.
I'd vslorum.
There Is tax or duty Of 8 per cent. levied
on oil repairs, when tuch repairs shall ia
crease the valas Of tho thing repaired 10 per
cont. Three per cent on such increased
value.
Two and one half percent 10 levied "a the
gross feceipte Of railroads, steam boat,
barges, or other vessels, and also on stage
coaches and other vshicles Transporting pas.
sengers or property for hir-.
Theatres, operas, circuses, &C., are to pay
per cent. on their gross receipts. monthly
On tobacco ana cigars the tax is very heavy,
aud the Law very stringent. No person can
make cigars without 6rst obtaining permit Of
the Assessor, nor can any bo sold unlcss in-
spected and stamped.
Photographs require TO be stamped by the
artist as well az by the dealer.
On Sept. lst, all friction matches must bs
stamped by the maker or dealer.
Changes are made in all the schedules; Z
and G (relerring TO stamp duties,) the former
specially valuable to all business nen, can be
had free at my Office. Among other changes
n receipts lover s20) require two cent
stamp.
The present Law is much more strict than
the former; under it no person will escape
the penalties OF the Law by not reporting them.
selves to the proper officer evasion will cost
more than a faithful compliance With tfe law
Pedlars travelling without liecnse arc Liable
to have their teams and stock Of goods seize !
oy the Assessor.
Any lur,l,er information or a reference to
the law eau be had by cal ing at my ,liice.
lfreturns are not made within 10 days
from the first Of each and every month, 80
per cent to be added. And any refusal to
comply with Sec. 81 is good cause for seiz-
ure OF the products manufactured
Butchers and oN others required to make
monthly returns. must do 50 OH or before
The 9th day Of each MONTH or eITect tie
peno{fy t. b aslsiea heredfter.
nrSuv II Surpu
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1864-08-11

New York Nlarkets.
Nsw YoKE, August II.
CosPoa-Fismer q l.66c.
housekeeping. &Y.64 00.S0 tori extra
Stats Slo.O'es 20. .6a for 4. A. u.
Ws9Ar-U nchsnged. &2.15@9.S2 Chicago
Spring; ~ lStlx.S6 Ailwaukss Clab; 3Y4s1
~ Wjn1os red.
Coak-4l. .e001.Sl -
OAsseAMoia0k -
PoRx-e45 meas. ~ cid meea
.LAkD-19@2lc.
WHmGr-e1.75.
New York stock Market. ]
-tftss New York. August II.
0oli--no report.
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1864-08-11
STATE OF IOWA,
ADJrTASr GENERALS OrFtcg.
Davenport. Aug. II. 1854.

Ed. Democrat An article which an.
pesred in your paper last evening, while
doing justice to Col. Hall, reflects upon the
character Of Col. Belknap, who is at the
front, fighting to uphold the flag Of our
country. am fully aware that its origin
was not with you, but the one who did pre-
fer the charge thus made is guilty Of cow
ariice in making the attack while Col. Belk-
nap is aoc unable to defend himself.
n i. BAKER.
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1864-08-11
LOCAL ITEMS.
Substitutes Wanted.

Substitutes Wanted.
We will pay the following bountics TO cx.
cmpts from draft, who may enlist as substi
tu,eS, ut orr oince
For three years service, c,.......... $500.
do two do . 300
do one do .. 100
JOHN l.. SWITS & CO.,
No. Nickolls' Block. up stairs.
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1864-08-11

Sent UP.-Ja,nes Flanegen, was tried
before Squire Wheeler Yesterday on charge
Of assault and battery with attempt to com
nit rape upon the person Of little deaf
aud dumb girl, was found guilty, and re-
quirctl to give bond Of five hundred dol
lars for his appearance to the next term of
the District Court, which he failed to do,
and was taken to jail. If this brute does
not deserve the extreme penalty Of the law,
. murderer does not. For IN old gray
headed man to be guilty Of such an outrage.
is IN incident almost without q parallel.
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1864-08-11
DAVENPORT, iowa., THURSDAY, AUGUST IL 1854


Mani1esaO Of Wade and lDavfs.
We occupy considerable space to day
with portion (the conclusion will be given
in to-morrow's issue) Of the Protest Of Hon.
B. r. Wade, Chairman Of the Senate Com
mittee, and Hon. II. Winter Davis, Chair
man Of the House Committee, On the ReDel
lious States. We hope our readers to Civ.
it an attentive perusal, and lay itby fol
future reference. 1t comes from a source
intensely loyal and shows up the gross
usurpa,ions Of power by the President il.
a true light, furnishing the most com
tlete evidence Of the determination Of Lin.
cola to sink the Constitution, and ever,
principle Of law and justice in order to Sc.
cure his reelection t. the office he has dis
graced.
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1864-08-11

CLER,CAL.-Our friend j. H. Sanders,
tcmporarially fills the Office of the steamer
Muscatine, while Geo. w. Jenkins makes
short visit with his relatives in Dubuque
"Sandy is proficient at that business, but
has not followed it for several years.
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1864-08-11

DH. Buarrs' REcEPrios OF THE 5rH Iowa.
Tho Auscatins Cosr;sr, in csunentine
upon the reception that Dr.. Burtis eays .
portion Of this regiment on its arrival hsns.
makes tho following deserved remarks:
Three cheers for DR.. Burtis! One Of the
noblest patriots in the State, is the Doctor.
He is constantly hunting up opportunities
to do just what he did for the gallant Iowa
Fifth. The kind and friendly deeds f.r the
soldiers benefit whmh the Doctor must
father, are almost countless. The generous
man Is one Of that kind who tries to prevent
his right hand from knowing what his lef,
hand does but deeds on as large . n ale q
attending the hospialit;es Of his house 70
ONs HuNDasD AND Elalnrv veteran soldiers,
canoqt Be 70 easily covered M. 6sch
things will leak out. God bless jour kind
h'''t y. &yaks ) oKa ssnsrI
xah-Sars
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1864-08-11

PRoMorED.-Wc are glad 10 learn that
our friend and former fellow ciizcil, Charley
Ac!iley. has been promoted TO the position
Of Acting Master in the Mississippi squad
ron, for gallant conduct in the late engage
ment on the White river. He entered the
service as a seaman, and through gallant
and heroic conduct has worked his way up
to this honorous position. We are glad to
learn Of his good luck.
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1864-08-11
4 Mare Business Claa nee.

al4 onn OF GENERAL MsRcHANpIsE, consisting
oe nry Goods. Groceries. Hardware, Hats AMI
Cans Boots and shoes for sale or exchange Tor
raal ,r,uerty Tins stock selected III De-
r.n,,i,r Is, NJ low Prices from Jobbcrs. and IS
offered for sale on account OF the taiiing health
~ - owner. II can be bought Ut great bur-
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1864-08-11
UINKv Is SHITH,
y. s. Aes't. Assessor for Scott Co.

A MEsrIHo Of the citizens Of Davenport and
vicinity was held at the Office of Jno. n. Day,
Esq, on Wednesday evening, August 10th. for
the purpose Of forming cavalry com.
pany under the State militia law. On
mosiss, Sam. Perry, Esq., WAS called to the
chair and John Web. Collins elected secretary.
On motion the chair appointed Jno. n. Collins,
L. Miller, David Hill and Jno. Web. Collins, Z
committee to procure additional names to the
rolls, to report text Friday evening. On
motion adjourned to meet at the Office Of
Lane Il Day on Friday evening, for the pur.
pose of eiiccting permanent organization and
eecting officers SAN. PEaRY, Pres's.
Jso. WEE. COLLINS, Sec'y.
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1864-08-11

We call your attention to the Grover {
Baker No. . Shuttle, or Lock Stitch Sewing
Machine. Il is superior 10 any Of the kind
ever introduced to the public.
All Machines warranted and kept in order
free Of charge, for five years. Call and cx-
s,nine the different Machines, over Wads-
wofth's store.
aul0 NJ. J. BIxLY, Agent.
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1864-08-11

In Memphis, August 9Th. Of q wound received
at Town Creel. July 18TH VIM. A., son Of Geo
L. and Sarah o. Davenport, aged II years
II months, and 90 days.
Funeral services al st. Anthony's Church.
Saturday at S o'clock A. N. Friends Of the
family are invited 10 attend.
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1864-08-11

RECOVERED mare and colt, belong.
ing to }. III. Dumont. which was stolen a
few days ago, was recovered about ten
miles out back of the city. II was evident
that the thief had taken his booty much
longer distance and abandoned it, as it was
greatly reduced from fatigue. The thief is
still at large.
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1864-08-11

Misunderstanding in private family
for short time by small family, who are
willing to pay good price for first class az
commoslations. Address, A. b. o., through
Post Office, giving name, location Of resi-
dence, &c. a12-1t
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1864-08-11

ExcnAScED.-We learn that Capt. Tory
and 1t. COL Leake, Of the 10th Iowa regi
ment of volunteers, have been exchanged,
after remaining in the hands Of the enemy
for many months. They report having been
inhunancly treated during their ;mpriscn-
mcnt, and had suffered severe prvations-
Other Iowa officers were also exchanged at
the same time, but we have not learned
their names. Rumor says that Col. Leake
will hc home soon.
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1864-08-11

THERE is no use Of discussing the matter
As to the best place to purchase your stock
OF groceries. Everybody knows that Parks
& Hosmer sell cheaper than any other es-
tablishment in the city, and keep better
goods. They have large stock and buy
for cash, which enables them to sell at a
lower figure than others can afford to. Coll
and examine. Satisfaction guaranteed
Remember the place, corner Of Fourth and
Brady streets
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1864-08-11

No. l Nickolls' Block, up stairs.
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1864-08-11

~
Commonly known ~ lie Clalrc's > Patch,')
IL now laid of into Lots, Of all
prices. nnd they nre ready for
sale On very easy terms and low
prices.
House Lots. Store Lots Warehouse Lots, Factory
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1864-03-23

. TIE REBEL ESpIE1r.-Undcr this caption,
the New York Times -elitorially says:
awe are very sorry Indeed that tho Npi;iios
entertained tor seine time pnst by,nany cx.
ccllcat people tAat tic rebel ;ermy AMI Can
lcLeracy were sp badly broken dcw, that they
would do no more segions fighting :hls spring,
or hcncclorwu,d, has not ,ecn sustained ay
our latest experience. The tc1elS, in their
recent encounters, in ei1erent parts cf the
cnunily, with our troops, undo. Gens Seymour,
Sherman, Smith and Palmer, nave fought with
their usual obstinacy and pertinacty, and
marchcd with their ordinary celebrity. Thur
small detscLments everywhere show l=hf,
and their large 7:!nies s.anl thsr' eEcNnd.
The rebel b*rk bone is undoubtedly i'll a
rrightlul condition, ard those unacqaairted
with morbid anatomy might easily iD:asine
that it WAS quite impossible for the monster
to Stand erect. But he does stand, .neyerthc-
Icss, and it is wiSest for us neither to ignore
his vitality .or hi, power. lAs lopg as .!ic
armies CT Ice aNl Ioi.Gsten. exist we shall
haze = gTcat deal lf work to do; and even
they, We ic,r, will have 10 be killed half doz.
III times before they can be accounted dead" :"
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1864-03-23
FROM Upper East rcnhesscc.

4. correspondent writing from East Ten.
nrssce -ays its present condition under the
-enemy's rule is absolutely shocking, and kin,
dies the blood Of every generous heart. The
very outca<tg Of creation-the refuse scum of
scciety--hsve ioined with base monsrcl
herd Of Aboliiionists who make the negro
.irec 10 commit all deeds of violence and
blood"
Lorgstrcet'. forces offered battle to the
Eederals March aid 1. A skirmish was
the only-result,
The federn!s have rctreated 10 Strawberry
Plains, fifteen miles East CT Knoxville.
Upper East Tennessee is fast falling into
our hands since .Longstreets late advance.
IT,. Federas are said TO be without csval-
ry, and wholly destitute Of wagons even for
foraains purposes. :,
The indications that on engagement will
take place between the two armies have dis,
Everything is quiet in the direction Of
Cumberland Gap. The Federal force there
Is quite small.
4 rumor is in circulation that Grant Ess
sent twenty five thousand troops into Ken
tucky to meet Lons:t.eets anticipated I'D
vance. q
Our troops hare plenty of sspplieSa in
good health, and full Of enthusiasm.