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Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1865-02-08

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HRADQCA1TKRs AR1TY or TINE
PoronAC, Feb. g.
The 9fny Of We Potomac h once more in
motion, and ere this dispatch reaches you,
the object intended TO be accomplished will
have been NOT only developed, hut the de-
gree Of success resulting will also, no doubt,
Be known BY that time
Ats O'Clock this forenoon, the 9th corps,
preceded by GregE's battery, started on the
road to Ream's Station. No force Of the
enemy was met on the route, but the roads
ct various points were picketcd by cavalry,
all Of whom retreated o. the column id
vanced.
About noon the column reached Rowan.
it, Greek, over which bridge Of considcra-
bic length had to be CONSTRUCTED, occupying
several hours.
About o'clock p. NJ, the ID Pcnna. Cav
airy, under Major Hess, was sent out to
make connection between them and the I'd
Corps, the I'd and 81 divisions Of which had
gone out on the Vaughan road as far as
Hather's Run, TO demonstrate in that direc-
ton. On reaching the Run the 1st brigade
and took the line Of rifle pits on the west
aide, losing but few men.
They advanced about a mile across the
Run, driving the enemy's picket's before
them. Here a strong line of breastworks
was erected in short time, making the po-
sition perfectly secure.
The I'd Penna. Cavalry, after crossing a
short distance south Of the Vaughan road,
advanced southwark, and soon met a small
force in ambush, which poured small vol
ley into our men, killing and, 1t is said,
wOunding several, besides number OF
horses =.
Our loss during the day was quite light
protmhly not over hundred altogether, al
ihough the exact number was not known.
Col Murphy was slightly wounded in the
knee while giving orders to his men.
The correspondent of tho New York Her.
aid was captured and after being robbed
succeeded in escaping and reached our lines
in safety
The cnemy's loss must have been very
heavy, as they repeatedly charged our lines,
each time suffering severely. We took on
about 20 prisoners, some of whom report
having received orders in the morning to
keep sharp lookout, as they believed that
our army was on the move.
Gen. Smythe deserves much praise for the
manner in which he handled his division
being himself present all over the field,
watching every move Of the enemy.
We expect great battle tomorrow with
mote decisive results than have been obtain
ed to-day
The weather tonight is clear and cold, and
is just suitable for movement in this coun-
try.
lSigncll W. D. McGREeoR.
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1865-02-08
NRw York. Eel

NRw YORK, Feb 7.
Returned Union prisoners doubt the cor
RICHNESS Of the statement lately put forth
that there is to be general exchange ofpris
oners at the rate of 1900 per month. Thus
requiring 10 months to exchange the 10000,
and say if the Rebels were DESTROYS of any
immediate full exchange, it could be done in
70 days. The Rebels are reducing the num-
Der of our prisoners at the rate of Is per cent
per month by starvation, and inducing them
TO enlist in their armies, in order that they
may get food and avoid . lingering death.
A. to sending supplies or money these re-
turned prisoners say, though they knew how
much our poor fellows need it, they hope we
that what is sent win never reach them.
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1865-02-08
NEW YORK. Feb Z

The Commemorate Warrington special says,
Admiral Goldsioro is in this city perfecting
the organization of the fleet for European
waters It is expected its composition will
be such ~ to be highly creditable to the coun-
try. It viii be composed of some Of our
first and largest firigates which recent naval
successes have released from blockade duty.
and possibly an !ron-clad-one Of the largest
class-Navy headed turret
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1865-02-08

INV IOHk, TED. Q.
1t is ascertained that about 10000 per
sons, whose names have been enrolled for
the draft in this city, cannot be found. be-.
sides very large number of those found
are exempt by age. and additions are being
made, however, Of new names end it IS
thought there will be found from $4,000 to
1000 persons liable to draft in this city.
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1865-02-08
ST. LOUIS. Feb.

1T. LOUIS, FeO Z.
The brick building corner of Chestnut and
Commercial Alley, occupied by Coleman &
Co., grocers; Garrett& kimball commission
merchants, and Clemens Co., sail makers,
burned last night, Loss about $4,000: in
sured about $4,000. Clemens 4 Co. were
the heaviest losers.
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1865-02-08

WASHINGTON, Feb. !.
The Secretary of the Treasury has, with
the appreciation Of the President, designated
for the purchase of the products of the in
surrectiOnary States on Government account
In accordance with the provisions a the 9Th
section of the act Of Congress, approved July
I'd, 1894
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1865-02-08

BcrrAlo. feb: "a heavy snow storm
prevails and It Is cold and windy.
Mr.: Tillinghost, Assistant Superintend-
ent Of the Lake Shore Railroad, has been
appointed Superintendent Of the Western
Division road, vice H. whitsenden promo
ted to General superintendent
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1865-02-08

Nsw YoRk, Feb. e.-All is quiet on Cane
Fear River. The rebels are busily eneaeed
in strengthening Fort Anderson.
H. 8. foote. rebel fugitive Congressman.
arrived at New York last night in charge Of
Maj. Newball. 1t is reported that he Il 20.
ing to Fort Lafayette.
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1865-02-08
FOR ALI. FORMS OF
LUCRATIVE DISEASES.

OF scalp no remedy has ever proqea it, equal.
-; Ivan rAi , upon sne female fece depend
ing upon ciseased ectaon Of the Liver, ere very
Il: :se.son .na w; ~ sy po s v
In DI.sssss Il lie Liver giving rise 70 l.ssses.
..s.seS .: caneerosS cccdisioe q sHss osxsn. C.
comPsnea mn s ss;sr 3" -. s"sa aSPesssas
tuition Life syrup.
As general Blood Purifying Agent the Life
he world.
!, Diseases q me spine, e usually developed =
vou: %.ss:es 'P IA Ts;.. wsn e. :c y 80
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1865-02-08

Pennsylvania Central Railway.
Double Traek-7te Shortest Route to Assc FORK
At PITrsBURG, TRAINS FROM THE
~ West run direct TO the Union Depot, where
Passengers or Harrisburg, Baltimore, Philadel-
pha, Washington, New York, Boston, all the
New England towns, are transferred to the Cars
of the PENNSYLVANIA Central Railway. The night
Express runs daily, othcrtrains daily, except
Sundays.
Complete equipments Of new and elegantly
furnished
State Room Sleeping Cars,
on night trains. and ON the Fast Line to New York
Via Allentown, without change, and landing in
New York 4knAa
ONE HOUR ADVANCE or ALL OTHER
. To Boston and New Enslsnd Passenger, this
Route is especially desirable = II gives them IN
opportunity Of seeing the 1nest views emcng che
nn,tegns9y hountains, besides Waiting Pittsbcrg.
=. AZ New England Passengers holding through
ucSets will be transferred with their baggage, 70
charge.
Three Daily Trains from Pittsburg
to Philadelphia.
- N,ns Daily Trains Leave Philadelphia for New
Baggage Checked Through and .rsnsfsrTsd iiss.
-. TRANSPORTATION.
~ esSnendise, Produce - Live Stoek eaffiod
VIII dispatch, q The leWG1t re1se
~ HOLMES. OIL Pnaa 6Aaeat Chieoeo
1Hocn LRW1S 6ss'is - zIsssss E
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1865-02-08

DR. WATERS COMPOUND ExrRAcro OF
FDRew eco!
Or, HUMOR and LIVER SYRUP,
Is believed to be the greatest remedy ever dis
covered for the
Removal Of mumors In tho Bleed.
II is . vegetable compound, and contains no
mineral or poisonous substance whatever il is
entirely harmless, and At the same time powerful
in its effects.
H-This menicine is WARRANTED to cure
the following complaints
FIRE WEED. CURES. .Scrofula,
FIRE WEED. CURES. SAT- Rteun
FIRE WEED. CURES. .iScald Hsadl
FIRE NEED. CURES. Stubborn L7cwsi
FIRE WE'D. CURES. .EheumGtism!
FIRE WEED. CURES. Ringscorm or Ittfer
FIRE WEED. CURES. Psmples on the Face!
FIRE WE'D. CURES. CAronic Sore Eyes!
FIRE WEED. CURES. .Lirer Compksint!
EzSF w wkkR GTRzS dssp.s r,,,.,.,
And all diseases erising from an impure state Of
the blood. One or two bottles will cure Chronic
Liver Complaint.
We are aware that many medicines are war
ranted, knowing that they will never be return
ed. But We assure yon that we do not wish your
ensaF without giving value received. Va b.
0~-sr lis worse than ROBBERY to get gain in that
w1v, and when we warrant this medicine, we
mean what we say. II any one uses the Fireweed
for the diseases for which We recommend il, and
is not fully satisfied that it is not all We recon-
mand it, he can return the bottle to the agent he
purchased the medicine Of, who will refund the
money.
Should your nearest druggist not have the ar
ticle do not be nut OF with any other preparatiCn
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1865-02-08

Depot 165 Reade street, New York.
Sold by all first class groccrs Every package
bears their trade mark, the Dutch East Govern
ment stamp. The above Coisces are put up in
pound packages, in boxes Of 30 and 50 pounds,
and can be had Of their Western Agents II: New
York prices, freight, &C., added.
JOSEPH ROTHAN,
Corner Brady and Front streets, agent for Da.
venport.
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1865-02-08
Graol Trunk : Vt, Central r. r,
lima lRR
BOSTON,

Fare. ................ &A.75,
BUFFALO l. NEW YORK.
Fare. .si.oo.
Less than via any other route.
Passengers get the full benefit of the aboxe b.
purchasing tickets at the Grand Trunk Ticket Of
fee only, IS Dearbon street, Chicago, 46 Clark
street, Chicago, 241 Main street. Milwaukee
=. r. WEBSTER. Wcst'n Ag't G. T. r.
s. f. HIBBARD, West'n Ag't Vt. Cent.
g. J. BRIDGES Managing Directo.
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1865-02-08

The best and cheapest article in the market,
imported from their own plan, ations, and put up
expressly for Family, Hotel and Ship use, only
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1865-02-08
roken Down and Delicate Constitution,

Suffering from Indisposition to Exertion, Pain
in the Back, Loss Of Memory, Forebodings. Hor.
ror Of Calamity, Fear Of Disease, Dimness Of
Vision. Hot Skin and Extremities, Want or
and lassitude Of the Muscular System. On r.
quire the aid Of the Constitution Life Syrup.
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1865-02-08

Arthritis. Neuralgia. 0out. Lumbago.-
Sciatica. Tic Douloureux.
If there is any disease in which the Constitu-
ton Life Syrup is . sovereign, it is in Rheuma-
tinm and it, Kindred affections. The most in
tense pains are almost instantly allevsted-cnor-
nous swellings are reduced. Cases, chronic or
vicarious, OF 60 or 80 years standing, have been
cured BY US.
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1865-02-08

n. e. TAYLOR. n n

ID. =. TAYLOR. N. D..
HOMEOPATH1ST Ovy1cs-N ". .c,,..
- Main and Sd Sts. Residence-3d 81. n
side, % door west Of Perry. Office hours 4.
n. t0SP. NJ A.
~ nelerences--Dr ). Morton, New York Dr.. N.
Webster, DAYTON, o; DR.. n. Ehrman. Cipcinnaf,
O.; pr: }. Temple, Prof. OF Mat. Nd, Dr.. s. r.
franklin. Prof Of Surgery in the Homeopathisi
MEDICAL College Of Mo-, 1t 81. Louis; REV. u.
B. Watson; Of this CITY, isnQ3 dtf
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1865-02-08

n. w. N1cCLE1.l.AND.
PC1LDER, MANUFACTURER OF aAsu
- Doors. Blinds Mouldings, brackets. Ac.-
contracts for buildings Of every description.
shop and Factory corner Of Main and Third
streets. Davenport. Iowa. All .d&v
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1865-02-08

0rsdsais COLLEGE Of Physisiass 81 susrsoec.
n. r., formerly Aasis(oat Physieian Ma.
weli's Island Hospita1s. lote NedIcal q.
spscsof New York STATE vojunteer
Depote, under 0ovsfnor EuVin
D. Morgan.
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1865-02-08
RAPIDITY OF CURE.

Some say, Your cures are too quick" while
others doubt their permanence, and think that
Diseases can only Be cured BY the "slow recuper
asive process Of Nst~ss.'s
This il our reply:
In health, the body. like we'll balanced scale
is in . state Of Equilibrium. But when from any
cause down goes one side OF the scale, We hay.
the effects Of diseases What is requisite IL, to
restore the normal balance Of the scale,
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1865-02-08
DYSPEPSIA

Indigestion. Liver Complaint. Constipation.
Weight at Stomach. Want Of Appetite.
Billi0usness. Flatulence. Bad
Breath,
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1865-02-08

positive and specific remedy for all diseases
originating from an IMPURE STATE OF THE
BLOOD, and for all hereditary DISEASES
Transmitted from PARENT To CHILD.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1865-06-22
FROM BOSTON.
Funeral of the Murdered Children.

Boston, June 20 The funeral Of the two
murdered children took place this morning in
the Church Of the Unity, Newton Place.
Mrs. Joyce, the mother, was present, dis
proving the report of yesterday that she had
became insane. She is sadly stricken down.
however.
The funeral exercises were Of the most
solemn character.
The unfortunate children were born in the
city Of Albany, New York.
Release of Ainsly.
BosToN, June 2O.-Thomas Ainsly, who WAS
arrested on suspicion OF being concerned in the
murder Of the Joyce children, in West Rox-
bury, has been released from custody, his
whereabouts on the day of the murder having
been fully and. satisfactorily explained.
No clue has yet been obtained OF the perpe-
traitors Of the horrible crime.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1865-06-22
Baltimore Markets, June 81,

Coffee-The demand for Rio shows no i'm.
provement sales at 2ka23h cents, gold, ac-
cording 10 quality.
Flour-Sales reported OF very choice How.
ard Street Super at s. 624aS7 rs, and 200 bbls.
good Ohio Extra at 1915 per bbI.
Rye Flour-First quality dull at $3.50.
Corn Meal-Sales of City Mills at S525
Grain-Demand fair. Sales of prime Red
Wheat at $1.60a$2 SIS; do white S2.10. Corn at
95a105 cents for white; and yellow do. 9Oa94
cents. Oats 7SaS0 cents, weight.
Molasses-Q uotations nominal, viz-Clayed
Cuba 3Sa42 cents; do Muscovado, in hhds Asa
SO cents: English Island, 45a75 cents, and Por-
to Rico 50a75 cents
Provisions-Market is active-Bacon Shoul-
ders at 15H cents; Sides at 16a16x cents; and
Sugar cured Hams at % 3ka25 cents new prime
Mess Pork sold at $26aS275O so. and closed steady.
Western Lard remains nominal at 1Sx cents,
and Baltimore refined at % cts.
Salt-Sales Of Ground Alum reported at
$1.79aSl.e5, and Marshall's Fine at 50 CEASE IS.
Market quiet
Sugars Market firm for all grades. We
quote:
Cuba and E. l. com. to good refining s11 GOAL so
I" Is grocery. II. 50a120O
prime to choice grocery. 125Oal3 Is
Porto Rico common to good grocery 11.5Oa12 25
&" prime to choice grocery. 13.5Oa15 90
Whiskey-Very little demand and market
heavy. Western held at S2.l0.-Balt. Clipper
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1865-06-22
FROM HAVANA.
Breckenridge and other Rebels There
Later News from Hayti.


NEW YORK, June 21.-The steamer Eagle,
from Havana on the 18th instant, has arrived
here.
The rebel General Slaughter was driven out
OF Brownsville by his own soldiers, and had
reached Havana.
John q. Breckenridge, Colonel Wood Taylor
and Capt. Wilson (aid TO jeff. Davis), two SOL
diers, and negro, arrived at Cardenas in an
open boat on the llth instant, from the Florida
coast. Breckinridge was accompanied from
Cardenas by a Spanish officer, charged by the
Governor OF Oardenas to present him TO the
captain, General, and is now in Havana.
The Haytien war continued, but President
Gefrard's troops are victorious In all engage
ments. The forces Of the rebels are decreasing.
United States steamer nightly lands a force
TO protect the residence of the American consul.
The news from Venezuela is satisfactory.
Gen. Falcon has been elected President
A petition, signed by the most wealthy in
habitants of the Island OF Cuba, has been for
warded to Spain, asking that Gen Dulce may
not be superseded as Captain General.
The weather is very warm, with the usual
quantity Of yellow fever.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1865-06-22
From Fort Warren-How Alexander H.
Stephens Passes his Time.

BOSTON, June 20.-A soldier, acting as one
OF the guards over Alexander II. Stephens at
Fort Warren, informed the Traveller that the
late Vice President Of the Confederacy spends
much OF his time in writing, and has already
prepared immense rolls of man uscript, enough
to give complete history of the rebellion. He
also reads considerably, and each morning
spends some time in singing hymns, which he
spirit. He maintains a proud and naughty
air, and stands upon his dignity, manifesting
no desire whatever to converse with any one
while taking his daily walks upon the ram
parts. He, however, does not hesitate to ex-
press occasionally his dislike for Jefferson
Davis, and for that matter so does Postmaster
General Reagan, who is kept in an adjoining
cell
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1865-06-22
PROPOSALS,
ERIsH BEEF AND VEGETABLES.
Nav DRpIpruRxr


BEreGE Of Prertstons and CloIhing. June IL, 1855
Sealed Proposals, endorsed Proposals for Fresh
Beef and Vegetables - will be receive ct this Bu-
rea9 pntil o'cleck p. m on the Ist day of July
neLt Tor the supply of rs, 600 pounds of FR1eH
BILE and 1900 pounds Of FRESH VE6lrA-
BLEb, at the Washington Navy Esr1 and Station
rs required. The Beef and Vegetables must be of
good quality, and the best the market affords
and each article must be offered for by the pound.
The Beef to be in equal proportions fore and hind
Bonds. with approved security, will be required
in one half the estimated amount ef the contract,
and twenty per cent. in addition will be withheld
from the amount OF each payment to be made, as
eonateral security for the due performance of the
eontfset. which will, on account, be paid until
II is fully complied with
Bvery ofer m ade must be accompanied by q writ
Ten guaranty. igned by one or more RESPONSE b4e
PERSONS that the bidder er bidders will. il his or
their bid be accepted, enter into An Obligation
within Eve days, with good and sam ent sure ties,
10 furnish fhs a. tiSles proposed.
No proposal will be considered unless accom-
gid.a.. ~ s1ch sSaranty. and by sstisfsctory
the articles proposed. and has the license required
by law.
The Department reserves the right to reject any
proposals not considered adv antageeus to tho Gov
erpmept. js 1-td
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1865-06-22
FROM GEORGIA.
Affairs in the State Prsmtsing-Howell
Cobb and Gusta vus Smith in Macon.

Affairs In the State Pf0mtsing-howelt
Cobb and Gustavus Smith in Macon.
NEW YORK, June 2l.-Ths steamer AraSo,
from Hilton Head on the 18th instant, has ar
rived, and brings news OF importance from
Savannah.
a large number Of orders relative to police,
educational, and other regulations of the city
are issued by General Woodford.
1t Is stated that Howell Cobb is at Macon.
The reports are favorable of the incoming
wheat and corn crops.
The Augusta Gazette says the local author
lties OF the adjacent towns and villages have
qualified themselve for the offices, and every
thing is harmonious.
The negroes are going back to their former
owners to work for wages. The farming IN
terests are promising ,orker.
late q general in the rebel army, has not been
arrested as reported, but was On the streets OF
Macon on the 9th instant.
Conventions have been held iL various coun-
ties Of Georgia, at which resolutions acknow-
Lodging the laws and authority of the United
States were passed, and requesting the Presi-
dent to appoint (Which he has since done) q
Provisional Governor until a reorganization
is effected,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1865-06-22
Financial.

The New York stock market yesterday
showed a partial recovery from the extreme
depression Of the last two or three days. The
upward turn in gold partially revived conf.
dence in the success of "rise" operations. and
the result was apparent at the Grst board in a
general advance Of prices, ranging from Ha2 Y.
Governments were very dull, the only trans.
action at the board consisting OF 10000 i've.
twenties, new issue, at 1G3I.
State stocks were dull. In railroad bonds
and bank stocks the transactions were merely
nominal.
Foreign exchange continues unsettled. The
demand Is hent and rates weak, owing to the
apparent probability that an increase of the
exports of produce may augment the supply OF
commercial bills. -
Gold is unsettled, aud opinion divided - 10
the probable future price.
The most prevalent view favors an advances
while minority so far rely upon an anGIeass 30
OF the exports OF produce. ana espeGl1ny 1 %. ..
cotton, that they are prepared sSn snort @
quite freely, and their opef1uons Cneck tno
otherwise strong upward eenoency'
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1865-06-22
Expedition Against the Indians;

JULRsBuRe NJ T., June 1s.-The expedition
against the Indians Is actively progressing.
Part OF the command Is already on the route
rematnine troops Of the expedition, Wall start
Tor PoWder river, via. Laramie, in q few days.
SnnpItes are arriving from the Missouri river
and are being pushed forward. A sufficient
number Of troops remain behind for the pro-
lection Of the mail route A thousand cavalry
arrived at Omaha to-day and will join the
expedition at Powder river.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1865-06-22
TEIEGRAPHIO NEWS.
TERRIBLE RIOT AT FLUSHING, L. IL
Fifty Or Sixty Persons Injured-free use
Of Knives. Pistols, and RRickbats.

Fifty Or Sixty Persons Injured-free use
Of Knives, Pistols, and Rftckoats'
NEW YORK, June 2i.-Yesterday was seq
apart by the firemen OF Astoria, Jamaica,
Finishing, and College Point, for trial OF nre
apparatus at Flushing, l.. 1. Extensive pre-.
psrations were made for grand display, Sno
ts1S tsnSins Companies Nos. ! and :, OF me n, has
OF brooklyn; and No. Al, of New York, were
hSnea 70 be present Consequently, early IN
tne Gay, an Immense number OF ftremen ana
their Hlends assembled In the town.
In conss quence Of some delay the trial did
not take place until about o. M and scarcely
had the machines been put in working order
when q tumult arose In Main street, near
WoolIey's Hotel, which became SO formidable
in its proportions that ali idea Of further
trial was abandoned. 1t appears that an en-
gineer from the Eastern District offered bet
of $40 TO a member Of the Astoria Company,
each having been discussing the merits OF the
Smith and Jeffers engine, when they q uarreied
over the terms of the bet, the Astoria man hrst
striking the Eastern District man. Their par
tsans then took up the quarrel, and in few
min utes the fight became general between the
Jeffers and the Smith men.
AS soon as the report OF the firearms was
heard, the business men OF the town closed up
their stores, and in a few minutes afterwards
the widest disorder prevailed. The reports
OF pistols, the clashipg Of bowie knives, the
screams and curses of the combatants, the ter
rited shrieklng Of women and children, anon
whom fell showers OF stones, rendered the scene
one OF intense horror. The house-tops were
crowded with men, while the women and
children sought refuge IN cellars
This state of things lasted for about two
hours. when the rain commenced TO fall in
torrents and seemed to cool tae passions of ia
infuriated rioters, and they gradually quietea
down, and collected their wounded and dis
abled friends 1t is impossible TO state the
number of those injured, but II is estimated at
fifty or sixty A. lady, whose name was not
ascertained, received a bullet wound in the
breast. Several citizens and children were
wounded by stray shots, but the fighters them .
selves suffered the most severe injuries. The
scene of the fight presented evidences Of a ter
rible conf1ict-bricks and stones, knives and
broken pistols lying about on all sides.