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Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1865-05-26
BY the President of the United States
of America.
A PROCLAMATION.

Whereas, by a proclamation Of the President Q,
the 18th day Of April pa.t, certain forts ths
United States therein speciSed, vhich hao pre-
EioisIv been subject 70 blockade were for OBJ
jects Of public safety declared. in conformity
with previous special legislation Of Congress,
closed against foreign commerce during the
national will. to be thereafter expressed and
made known by the President;
And, whereas. events and circumstances have
since occurred which, in my Judgment, render
il expedient to remove that restriction except
as TO the ports Of Galveston. Lsvsccs, Brazos
Santiago. Point Isabel and Brownsville, IN the
State Of Texas;
Now, therefore, be il known that |, Andrew
johnson, President Of the United States, do here
by declare that the ports aforesaid not excepted
IS above, shall be open to f5reign conmerce from
and after the lst day of July next; that CONNER
oiai intercourse with said ports may from that
lime be carried on, subject to the laws OF the
United States and in pursuance Of such regula-
tons as may be prescribed by the Secretary Of
the Treasury. II, however, any vessel from a
foreign port shall enter any Of the before-named
excepted ports in the State of Texas. she will
continue 10 be held liable TO the penalties pre-
scr1bed by the act OF Congress, approved the 18th
day of July, 1861, and persons on board Of her
to such penalties as may be incurred pursuant
TO the laws of war for trading, or attempting TO
trade with an enemy.
And |, Andrew johnson, President Of the
United States. do hereby declare and make
known, that the Unitel States of America do
henceforth disavow to all persons trading or at
tempting to trade. in any Of the United States
in violation OF the laws thereof, al p-etence Of
beligerent rights and privileges; AMI give notice
from the date Of the proclamation that all such
offenders will be held and dealt with as pirates
IL is also ordered that all restrictions upon
trade heretofore imposed IN the territory of the
United States east Of the Mississippi River, save
those relating 10 contraband Of war, and 10 the
reservation of the right of the United States to
the property purchased in the territory Of an
enemy. and to % per cent upon purchases Of
cotton, are all removed All provisions of the
Internal Revenue law viii be carried into effect
under the proper officers.
In witness thereof have hereunto set my
hand and caused the seal Of Il e United States to
be affixed.
Done at the City Of Washington this 22d day Of
May, in the year Of our Lord 1850, and Of
the independence Of the United States Of
America the eighty-ninth-
ASgREw JOHNSON.
By the President
". HUNTER. Acting Secretary Of State.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1865-05-26

NV HARDWARE FIRS.-Care for his health
has compelled our townsman, II. II. Doc
little Esq. to retire from business. and his
stock of goods has been purchased by two
young gentlemen, who announce themselves
in our advertising columns to-day. The new
firm consists of Mr.. +. L. RIPLEY, who was
with Mr.. DoOlittle for several years, and OF
late has had chief management of the bust
ness. and Mr.. GEo. II. WHEELER, son Of the
late Pres. Wheeler. 1t thus combines the
enterprise, experience and capital, requisite
for success. The stand is already well and
favorably known. and we are glad to bespeak
for its new occupants favorable reception
among our business community and liberal
share of the public patronage.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1865-05-26

DuTcH Gar CASAL.-lt seems that this un-
dertaking has not been altogether failure.
for the Richmond Wing OF Saturday says
that Gen. milford arrived there from For
trees Monroe the previous day, having
passed through Buffers Dutch Gap Canal
on the steamer Clyde This is the first steam
er that has passed through.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1865-05-26
City Election


Passed of with entire quiet and good or
der and with light vote-the whose mum
Der cast being only 337. The city officers
were reelected with substantial unanimity.
with the exception of the Recorder. on which
the vote stands
For David Read. North Ward g.
Centre Ward 90.
South Ward So.
ls6
For j. B. Hollenbeck. North Ward 80.
Centre Ward 81.
South Ward 81
-l53.
Majority for Read 80
Mr.. Read is patriotic, upright and capa-
bic man, and will make an excellent Record
er.
Mayor Catlin is reelected unanimously.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1865-05-26

The alumni of Norwich military Univer-
sity will have a reunion at the next com
mrnceneni, which oecun August 10th. The
roll Of hoo"r % thi- institution comprises the
names oil i've MAJOR generals, five brigadiers.
'hirty-two colonies, and other officers in pro
portionate numbers.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1865-05-26

As JEFF. Davis disclosed his sex by showing
bis heels beneath the efinoline. the Odd verse
OF the 18th chapter Of Jeremiah is peeuliall.
applicable To- his case
'And Il thou -ay in thy heart. Wherefore
come these things upon me , For the GREATNESS
Of thine iniquity are thy skirts discovered and
thy heels made bare
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1865-05-26
The Rebel President and Vice President
al Fortress Monroe.

Ii seems that Alexander II Stephens has been
enjoying the society Of JEFF. Davis and family
on board the Clyde. off Fortress Monroe.
The little excursion party on the steamer
consisted Of JEFF. Davis, Mrs Davis and four
children, her brother, Alexander II. Stephens
Tin extremely bad healthy &C Clay and wife,
Gen. Wheeler and staff. and =. NJ. GenI Rea-
gan. Stephens and Wheeler we're captured
by detachment Of Gen Upton's division.
ana Clay and BIZ lady surrendered to Gen.
Wilson at Macon.
The Herald's correspondence gives the fol-
lowing particulars OF the arrest Of JEFF. DAVIS:
When the guard went to the tent they were
met by Mrs. DAVIS, en- dshabille, with PLEASE.
gentlemen, don't disturb the privacy Of ladies
before they have time to dress
An right, madam" said the corporal. I'VE
vii wait TIL you have on your dress
Presently there appeared at the tent door an
ostenslhle old lady with bucket on her arm,
escorted by Mr.. Davis and her sister. PLEASE
let my old mother 20 10 the spring fo- some water
TO wash IN, sad Mrs. JEFF. in a pleading tone
q" 1t strikes me your mother wears very big
boots" said the guard. as he hoisted the old
ladys dress with his sabre and discovered pair
OF No IL calf skins-"and whiskers, too" saii
the sergeant. and be pulled the hood from her
face; and To- jeff Davis stood before them A
pistol was Immediately placed al his ear and be
was placed IN durance vile.
Only about 900 in specie was found with
the party, though several boxes were not search
ed. They we're brought along, however. and
Will be delivered 10 the authorities at Washing
ton There were found on the person Of Post
master General Reagan, papers showing that
large amount Of specie bad been shipped for
London, which will also be delivered 10 the au-
thorites by Col. Pritchard
The latter, with the prisoners, Immediately |
started for Macon. The party were all sullep.
and Davis remarked 10 Priichard that had thew /
not been taken by surprise they would not have |
surrendered without fight. While on the road |
they received a copy Of the Presidents procla- |
nation offering 100000 reward for Davis. /
DAVIS read it and trembled and pressed his hands |
TO his side, and with groan be dropped the
paper. His wife picked it up and read il aloud.
when the entire party burst into tears
The cavalcade arrived st Macon on the 18th
and soon after took special train for Atlanta.
and thence for Augusta.
e. c. Clay WAS not captured, but wrote 10
Gen. Wilson that having learned that reward
had been offered for his apprehension as an ac-
complice in the assassination Of President Lin
coin, and feeling entirely innocent Of such
charge, he would at once give himself up for
trial.
Gen. Wheeler asked and expected to be paroled;
but Col. Pritchard couldn't see It." Instead
Of accepting the terms Of the armistce and laying
DOWN his arms, the general undertook to keen
up the war. fighting his way through the coun-
Try, and the Colonel decided that bis case must
be settled by higher than his authority.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1865-05-26

"Let me kiss him for his Tor rather Aer)
Mother" il expected now to become very
popular song with the admirers of j. D.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1865-05-26

OFFICERS DRIL.-Thc trst drill OF the Of
foers OF the Second Regiment. ordered bv
Colonel Nuns1n, commenced Wednesday. and
eJntinu two days. It was fully attend
ed, over one hundred commissioned and non
commissioned officers being in attendance.
The first day was devoted to squad and com
pany drill, Colonel Munson, Captains French
and Collins and Lieut.. Wing. acting a. drill
masters-the last two 10 the absence Of 1t.
CD. Boynton. who i out of the State, and
Major Bascom, who Is not well.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1865-05-26

Custom HOUSE SALE AND SEIzuRzs.-At the
Marshal's sale TIE day p VI the confs-
Gated canal boat Henry c. Footr was bid of
by W. I. Crook, of Rousc's Point for 50. 90
The oats were sold at prices varying from 40
to A cents per bushel. The largest purcha-
ser was E. 5. Rowley, Of Shelburne. who bid
of 1000 bushels The sale was well attend
ed. This boat was seized in consequence of
the discovery Of large quantity OF liquor in
barrels concealed beneath the oats. In order
to save some 5000 in duties, the smugrlers
risked and lost boat and cargo which has
sold for nearly $1,000, besides the LIQUOR
which amounts to several thousand dollars
more. The temptation TO smuggle is very
strong under the existing tariff. and tie ofi
GERS make frequent seizures. \ number Of
barrels Of beans are now IN the yault- of the
Custom House, seized the other dav. each Of
which contains. concealed within it. a ca,k
Of gin. On Monday. "a harmless, boxing
mattrass. in Iis way out from Canada. was
ripped oI,n by Inspector Chas, al II. Al
hans, and found 20 be- examined tall ol broad
cloth. hosiery, and other dutiable articles.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1865-05-26

tar tir-nn iriri.,. VI 1urs-is said 10 lie
'he anth"r "i tins opinion let America
succeed, and England goes to democracy BY
express train"
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1865-05-26
HOW JEFF. LOOKS.

Jefferson Davis looks careworn and detected.
None shook his hand; but some Of the visitors.
desiring to hear him talk, commenced CONVERSE
tons with him upon ordinary topics. 1t was
noticed that his eyes were constantly toward the
floor, as though the eye Of Yankee was not
pleasant and agreeable TO meet. lie is dressed
in tine gray suit. and wears a drab soft hat.
The last four years have added apparently more
than ten to his age. He was always a spare man,
but now he is gaunt and emaciated. His hair
has grown gray and his beard nearly white He
does not shave his upper lip nor the sides OF bis
face as he did when in the senate. and A nous
tsche and whiskers change his aspect notably.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1865-05-26
ALEcK STEPHENS.

Alexander II. Stephens is the same small.
thread-paper Of a man, with the same attenuated
elean-shayen face and dark glittering eyes, that
he was when one Of the nOtabilities Of Washing
ton. lie is, for him, in tolerable health. He is
very agreeable IN conversation, and earnestly
desires permanent restoration Of the Union. He
says the advice and warning which he gave to
the people Of Georgia before she seeded, were
such as wise man ought to give; but the ma
jOrity overruled him. He comedies that Slavery
is At 81 end in this country.
Gen. Wheeler and staff were removed from the
Clyde Monday morning, to the gunboat Maumee.
which left for Fort Warren. Alex II Stephens
and Gen. Reagan were also removed from the
Clyde TO the gun-boat Tuscarora, which left for
Fort Delaware, a. it is presumed
large number of colorei servants accompa-
MED the rebel prisoners; but an order reduced
them 10 an exceedingly small number The rest
Of the servants have procured transportation to
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1865-05-26

InK LAST SHIFT OF TnK REBELLION Mrs.
Dayis's.
The Idaho world. [volume] (Idaho City, Idaho Territory) 1864-1918, 1865-09-02

d lsition, out in vain Hotbr0ok at iengtb'
Determined 10 assail the enemy II his strong
position. on the ridge. After advancing to
The attack, it was found theground in front
scout up and broken that a siintIltaneou
advance could not be made. In making the
advance TO The assault the great strength of
the position of the enemy was dLcovered,
still the troops moved forward with steadi-
ness = fndingit useless waste of"life 10
storm 'he enemy's position, n haltwas order
ed behind a friendly bank of sand, and a
portion ofIhe troops were deployed-as skirm-
ishers. Htlbrook now determined to risk ii
flank movement md dispatched Lient.
Murphy with body yof9tro ps. with orders
10 make IL circuit of the enemy's right and
attack him in flank, and by preconcerted
signal theassult in fl ont would take place At
tue same mohe nt 3lfs3ft.sY q t,eil 9aiaiH{80
The Ranking movement was executed with
great address by that Officer. The enemy
finding himself surrounded and preparations
for Il general assault in his front, flank and
rear apparant, was struck with confusion and
dismay-hoisted a flag of truce. Al this
moment Col Crutcher arrived upon the
ground. bringing the news Of The surrender
Of the encmy'S left wing. The right and
center Of the enemy surrendered on the same
terns-to be allowed to return to their
homes us parolled prisoners, never to be
found again in arms, in lawless revolution
against the laws Of the land and their lead
ers to deliver themselves up as hostages for
their future good condNct.
The headers manifested great contrition
and repentance, and solemnly declared their
intention of doing their utmost to maintain
law and ord in the future: that they were
urged upon by many leading politicians to
persuc the course they did with promises OF
aid, comfort and preferment.
The Idaho world. [volume] (Idaho City, Idaho Territory) 1864-1918, 1865-09-02

FoR BoIsE.-A train of eight wagons will
start to-day for Boise, going by way of Can
yon City. The gentleman in charge Of the
train has Travelled over all the roads leading
to the mines, and with a full knowledge of
the merits of the different routes, gives the
road by way Of Canyon City the preference.
In point of distance, it. is. very little, if any
longer than by way of Umatilla, and on the
score of wood, grass and W ater it is immeas-
urably superior. Sooner or later the public
will understand this question Of routes, and
when that time comes, the trade and travel
to the Boise and Owyhee country will go by
way of the Canyon City road [Mountaineer.
The Idaho world. [volume] (Idaho City, Idaho Territory) 1864-1918, 1865-09-02
TELEGRAPHic SUMMARY.

We have dates to Aug. 18th, bat nothing
very startling. s br
The Atlantic cable was being laid, but
when about 1900 miles ofthe cable was paid
out communications ceased, and it was as
certained that the line had broken, aea f4s
Senators Foster, sDoolittle and Ross, COM
mittee to investigate Indian affairs, have re-
turned from Colorado Territory. They in
vited the Indians on the plains to meet them
in council at Cow creek near Fort Leanord,
on the 10th September, to arrange terms OF
peace "aud favorable results were expected
s Hershal V Johnson, who was on the ticket
for Vice President in 1860, has been pardoned
by the President, ON the appeal of Mrs. Doug
las.
Gen. Lee has left Richmond for the village
Hof Gainesville, on the South side of James
river where he is living in seclusion scarcely
answering the myriads of letters addressed
to him. He resides in small cottage, the
property Of Mrs. Cox, and belonging to which
are some four acres Of land, which he finds
recreation in cultivating. Gen. BEE is usual
ly retired, and it it possible he will rarely or
ever emerge frcm it.
Vim. Martin, provisional Governor Of Flor
ida, has issued proclamation informing the
people tudG Il udy WOuiu SOOu oS dPPolutCu
for the election of delegates to a State Con-
yention. 1t would be held as soon as proper
time has been given for the people to take
the oath of allegiance. 4..
The plan for telegraphc line between
Russia and AmsSica has been approved and
sigued by the Gear. The route TO be I'm
ished in five years. .
Preston King has entered upon his duties
as Collector of the port of New York
WAsHINGToN, Aug. 6.-The General COM
manding the Department of Texas is enjoined
to strict and faithful observance of -instruc-
tons heretofore issued, which required him
to forbear from any form of Intervention in
the war between France and the Sovereign
power of which Juarez continues to be re-
cognized as chief. s
The Herald's special says a call for Ma
tional Convention, composed of three dele
gates from each Congressional district in the
country to devise means for securing voting
privileges to colored people, is being extern
sively circulated and signed in Norfolk
Portsmouth, and other places in southeast
ern Virginia.
The Idaho world. [volume] (Idaho City, Idaho Territory) 1864-1918, 1865-09-02
Purchasing and Commission Agency.

II AYING had xtensive experience both in Wholesale
i and Retail trade to country merchants desiring
resident Agent to an occasional purchaser we can offer
superior inducements. Particular attention given to
COLLECTIONS the purchase and sale Legal Tender Notes.
Drafts Stamps &c. other transactions requiring the
services of experienced and reliable agents. D-Pur-
chases will be made for cash only except in Of
special agreement. OSBORN SESSIONS,
ff f GIG Merchant street. San Francisco.
s. A. Wood Boot and Shoe G.. W. Bell, Assayer, San
Dealer, San Francisco. Francisco.
L. B Benchley CO., Hard Clark Gerkns Wool deal
ware dealer San Francisco ers, San Francisco.
B. T. Davis, Idaho city, 1T n25m6
The Idaho world. [volume] (Idaho City, Idaho Territory) 1864-1918, 1865-09-02
DEFEAT AND SURRENDER OF THE
4a5 REVOLUTION ~ s@'i
-1ao g. ~4 3 ~---@2ii
The Battles of Buena vi sta and
gsa fRa3 Moore's Creek. S.
From our own Correspondent.

BuENA VISTA BAR, Aug. q, 1865.
On Sunday morning, August 9Th, our
pickets gave.the alarm that the enemy were
advancing and in force ArecoIiEoisance
was Immediately ordered, when the enemy
was discovered fortifying his position, which
was one of great natural strength, aapked on
both sides BY deep creek and the approach
to his front commanded by lines of breast
works composed of fallen logs. The inten-
ton of theenemy seemed to be to foftify his
position and await reinforcements. A conn
Gil of war was Immediately held, when. it was
resolved to march out and attack him in his
entrenchments.
The Idaho world. [volume] (Idaho City, Idaho Territory) 1864-1918, 1865-09-02
ShiipperS

Can rely upon having their goods forwarded i'm.
lnedately and at all times of the year. at rates
much less than they are now paying or ever have
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1865-04-10
Valuable Farm for sale.

StIuArED in Cumberland, on the fore eide road
- about mile from The Grand Truak e. K D..
po. containing ninety &C es. 1he buildings there
on cons sing of large 20 stoie House with ad-
Sh ds &C., all convenisntly. arranged and IN good
order. alnG-s fte,l NJ. f4
There is on the pJemi es mineral spring, also a
never failing spring of SOFT water carried by pipes
il to the house and servieeabls for all purr oses
Near the house Is an Orchard, silly graft ID frBit
said farm is located in one of the f0est spots 10
lands, and Jtr a summer residence, or a puDhc re-
sort lrom city, would be Of the most desir-
able situations thst could be selected. and the
privilege sea bathing, eshore being well adapt
ed for suoh nurpose. . Z f
On the place IL fine growth of wood estimated at
50J cords; among the vsriety is good pof ton of
onestaut, wood exceedingly scarce In this STATE,
and very valuable for timber and o'hsr purposes
For particulars inquire oi S. IL COLES WOkIHY,
s2ExchaDge st Portland. mar31deoi1m
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1865-04-10
GRAPE VINES

HAVE received from DR. Grant, a
Il choio7 Grape WINS, DalotDare T,yo
ella which Iofrsr BY the hunored. dcse
a. hi. prissJ. CIR DRV
aplAd2w 63 Ex
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1865-04-10
PORTLAND, MONDAY MORNING APRIL 10 1865
FOR SALE & TO LET.
ReaLEstata FIR GaIa

'HE undersigned ofsr the follew ng described
= plecss VI property IN Portland, belon gng to the
es!ate OF Joseph Noble Esq dt ceased.
l. Stores lie weep Exchange and Lime streets
ntatly opposite will dos, gpaie the pr m ses.
q Store an land No IL Exchange street, ecsu-
pi. by Mr.. K. III, Patten.
Lot ofland situate on North and Papl ar streets,
T. Parcel ofland situate on Congre. street
D. Sfore and land situate on For Q rect NO, 210
sDd sfcre-house and land in ths re r. &fs s-,ts.
g. Houses aad lana on York st eet They can be
seen on application to Mr.. James Brad 'ey
q Lot ana buildings on Union WHAT Mr. Al
pheus Shaw will give lnforma IN in r. ation 10 this
property. 1as
Application for pure haze may he made to the SUBJ
scrlDers Room No. 35. NO; Ill Broadway New York,
e8d JOHN T. HEARD. ia
SEiH CALDWELL JR.
New York, March 1S. 1866 ma 2Ol3w
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1865-04-10
FOR SALE & TO LET.
Ho,eI and Land Cor Sale.

TENHE Hotel ana about two acres of go d land
IL own d by John oIk, stu led in ths viiisgs OF
north w tDohan, on the oad lea IL g from Fort
land to Br dgton for sale, aud can be oought at
bai gain. The hotel Is large and well finished Con-
ecled with 1t is arge, and nicely finished stib O.
This notei is wsll patronized as aDy In the
{ eouut y, and every hing connt crsd with tn pfemi-
ses IS Ia cd condition. sloit time for the pay
ment OF part of the con liberation agreed on w1l
be granted, If pure laser d. ssres. For parti.u
esqaire OF JOuS York, on tae-, premises, or Of J.
". Farker, S6 exchange st, Porilana, Ne. I4
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1865-04-10
CAUTION 70 the pUBLIC,

CAUTION TO THE PUBLIC. rs
Every intelligent and thinking person must know
that remedies handed out ior general use should
have their efficacy established by well tested exper.
fence in tho hands OF q regularly educated physi.
oan, whose preparatory stuoies fits him Tor all the
duties he must fulhll ye the country Hooded with
poor nostrums and cure-als, purporing to be the
ways injurious. The unfortunate should be PARTIo.
ULAR in selecting his physician al it is Iamentabe
yet inoontrovertable fact, that many syphilitic
bymaltreatment from inexperienced physicians in
general practices for it is point generally conceded
BY the best syphIlographers thatthe study aud man
sgement of these complaints should engross tn
whole time of those VINO would be competent and
successful in their treatment and cure. The mex.
perienced general pl actitioner, having neither 0p.
portunity time to make himself ACQUAINTED with
their pathology, commonly pursues one System
treatment. in most cases making an indiscrimnate
use ofthat antiquated and dangerous weapon, Mer.
curry. I5o
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1865-04-10
Valuable city Property for Sale.

FNVHE lot of land, with block of four dwelling
IL houses on the SAM, Il rated on the orth west
corner of Oxford and Pearl streets, known a. the
Dana property is offered ior sale favorable terms
ms lot i about l4t eet On rearl 81 py ll2feet on
affording opportunity for valuable impr )yements
Ofe g will be received for purchasin- a plrt or
ih, whole. A Ion. credit will be given If desired =
Title undoubted.
Application I, rurchase NAV be made 70 James
7 McCof b. Ss EXCHANGE st. or to BARNES. s4I
Middle st
Portland March 30th, 1866. meh3ld3w