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Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1865-05-12
THE CRoAKEKs REBUKED.

That class OF people, at home and abroad,
who at every step in the late war have thought
that this nation was descending on the swift
road to destruction, have been especially en-
phatic in their predictions as to the seductive
influence Of military power upon those in
trusted with it. Public officers, we were
told, when once accustomed to such power,
are not willing to give il up. 1t was certain
that our armies would be kept on foot upon
one pretext or another. and that liberty would
sooner give way before the despostm Of arms
than soldiers would lay aside their arms at
the approach of peace. If the dismal pro-
phet were a foreigner, he foresaw war in
Mexico or with Great Britain as the certain
psstime of an impatient and imperious ermr,
out of employment, but not to be kept idle.
If he were one of our own opposition, he
foressw in the difficulty of dealing with such
an army a cause Of endless trouble and ex-
pense, and in its existence never ceasing
menace against the balance of our institu-
tions, or il his opposition were of very
profigate stamp indeed, he found occupation
for the army in the occupation of states,
which ae charged the administration and it's
friends with being unwilling to restore 70 the
enjoyment of civil rights and self govern
ment.
The steps taken by the administration
since the surrender OF Lee are remarkable
both as complete answer to all these charges
as to the intentions or inclinations of the
government, and as demonstration of the
unreality of many of the difficulties supposed
to lie in its way. We need not recapltulate
the series OF measures, the first of which APP
peared as soon as the government could con-
suit with Gen. Grant after the surrender at
Appomattox Court House, and all Of which
have looked TO the immediate reduction O..
the military establishment, to the inaugural
ton of civil government in Virginia. and TO
the resumption OF unrestricted commerce. -
As soon as 1t was certain that the military
problem was really stted, that we had gam
ed no halt victory, but decisive and crown
ing success, the government at once made its
deciso on with many of its troops going OUT
OF s4rvice this summer, it stopped recruiting
and took the first steps everywhere to lay
down its military authority and to let the
civil power resume its sway.
Two or three points III connection with
this, (which is now the well settled policy
OF the government,-we hope our critics aud
disappointed prophets at home and abroad
will not fail to notice. In the frat place, it
appears that the administration is neither so
much in love with the military authority
which It has hNd to use for the last four
years, nor with the extraordinary powers
when 1t has felt called upon To exercise lest
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1865-05-12
NATURAL HISTORY-THE COPPER
HEAD

This curious animal is a native Of North
America. and rare specimens are found in all
parts Of the Union. well as in New Jersey.
Large numbers have also emigranled to
Canada, where they thrive very we'll, nutwith-
standing the contempt in which they are held
by the inhabitants. Specimens have been
seen in Europe, but they are probably carried
thither by mobiles for curiosiies The cop
perhead AS it now ext,,s Is OF recent origin,
being hybrid produced by "cross" be
tween Southern rebel and Northern dough
face but animals Of the same genus have ex-
listed in all ages of the world, and Agassiz is
said 10 have discovered petrifed remains Of
one in the formation OF the Saurian period
From it's iom and talent Tor mmicry it has
been supposed by some to belong to the mon
key table, but this has been zealously opposed
by the friende Of the latter as being sparag-
ing to the monkey form it very much
resembles the human species, The male IL
from five or six feet in height, generally O.
dirt color. and when none have been cut of
to avoid the draft has five toes and five claws
at the extremity of each fore paw or arm
1t is clustering and frothy, but cowardly.
The female is smaller, but vicious and saw
age. She generally has rings in her ears
and beard on her upper lip. Her bite is poi
sonous and desdly. We have heard ofno in
stance in which one has been successfully
tanned
The copperhead is naturally clumsy ami
NAL, but when nearly cornered by an oppon
ent, it leaps from position TO position with
wonderful agility. 1t is generally biped
but just before election it becomes centiped
1t feeds upon offal ard the bodies Of dead pat
riots. which accounts for its Joy when
the Union armies have been defeated ant
large numbers of soldiers slain. Some at
tempts have been made TO make use of it, bu
though it will travel with lightning speed
northward. towards Canada, no means hav,
been found to induce him southwark, which
is probably owing to the fear of the negro
But next to the dog, the male copperhead il
probably the most intelligent of the ANNA
creation. He can be taught to chop wood
chew tobacco, and even to vote and hold OF
fee. Large numbers have been trained By
the leaders Of the democratic party to vot,
the democratic ticket, which they do will
great regularity and great apparent zeal, and
such is the force of habit, they have beei
known to vote long after they we're dead AM
buried.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1865-05-12

ANoTRER YOUNG HERO GoNE.-We have
to record.the death, in battle, April 2, of an
other Montpelier boy, WALTER M, second
son of Hon. WIN. HowEs, formerly of NJ ont
pelier, and now of Prescott, Wisconsin,
Waiter was in his 2lst year, young man Of
fine character and high promise, an excellent
soldier, and one Of noblest presence, we ven
ture to say, to be found in the army of the
Potomac. The particulars are given by the
Prescott journal as follows:
DEATH OF WALTER M. HowEs.-WAL-
TER NJ. HowEs, Orderly Sergeant Of Co. F,
9Th Regiment, son Of Judge VIM. HowEs,
OF this city. was killed in the assault on the
Forts before Petersburg. Walter was for a
time member of Co. A, 18th Reg Was dis
charged on account of i'll health, and after
wards went into the 37th. He was wounded
in the first of that series OF sanguinary battles,
nearly year ago, IN which this gallent regi-
ment lost so heavily, and was sent TO Wash
ington, and on his partial recovery, was de-
allied to a clerkship there A few weeks ago
he rejoined his regiment. Capt BuKNErr
writes "He was struck by a solid shot as be
was mounting the enemy's works, and was
instantly killed. He fell like brave soldier,
with his face to the foe. A more gallant fell
low never entered the service. We all mourn
his loss"
WALTER was universally respected here.--
His life is another costly sacrifice, laid on the
altar Of our country's honor--snother fret
will Offering for her safety and peace,
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1865-05-12

RELEAsED,--T suspicious young man re-
tanned here for few days has been released
as he has been in Massachusetts, for the last
year nearly all the time, though the people
where he come from seem to know little a.
bout him. All that could be learned was that
he was quiet, gentlemanly man--never ex-
pressing an opinion publicly and so silent
as to his views and antecedents as to be looked
upon with suspicion there, though nothing
wrong was known about him.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1865-05-12

Nor EXACTLY So.--Some Of the Vermont
papers say McKeogh lelegraphed to Mr..
Redfed to go to Canada to defend the
raiders" The dispatch was to go on profess
siondl business, without specifying particular
ly the case but as, at that time, the raiders
had just been arrested, it was inferred that his
services were wanted by them. We supposed
it to be so because Mr.. r. himself so treated
it in talking the matter over with his towns
men, after he had come, carpet-bag in hand,
apparently prepared to take the railway. Had
he not thus indicated disposition to go, no.
body would have censured him. Although
Mr.. K. has not awaited himself OF the offer Of
our columns to make any denial or explana-
tion, we do not think it quite right to permit
our brother printers to go beyond the line OF
exact truth on our authority.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1865-05-12

CLOCKS EXCELSIOR HAIR REsTORER

CLOCKS EXCELSIOR HAIR RESTORER
is warranted to restore gray hair in all cases
to its original color, whether Black or Brown.
1t will not stain the skin or the finest linen
1t will instantly arrest the hair from falling
off, causes the hair to grow on bald heads
when fallen off by disease, and is a complete
dressing for the hair, keeping the hair moist
and glossy and perfumed longer than any
other preparation in the market. This article
is warranted to. do as represented, or the
money will be refunded. 1t is positively the
greatest discovery in hair preparations of the
age. Try 1t. Sold by all Druggists
N. B.-Call for Clocks, and take no othe,.
Wood, Bixby d Go. Druggists, are Agents
or Montpelier and vicinity. mar4:dsw;3 m
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1865-05-12
VERY LATEST,
WARRINGTON, MAY 9.

! NAbhiNbIuNs way o.
The military commission for the trial of the
accomplices of Booth met to-day. The Elk
ecutive order reads -
" Whereas, the Attorney General has Civ.
en- the opiuion, that tho persons implicated
are legally liable before a military commits
sion; that the Assistant Adjutant General
| detail nine officers, to serve as commission
for the trial; that the Judge Advocate Gen.
eral prefer charges against them that the
/ trials DE conducted by the latter as recorder
with such aid as be may designate that they
be conducted with all diligence, consistent
with the ends of justice that the commits
sion sit without regard to hours, and that
General Hartrsnt be assigned as Special
Provost Marshal General for the court"
Hon. John A. Bingham and Brevet Colone
Burnet were then introduced to the court az
assistant Judge Advocates.
The Court then adjourded until nine o.
clock tomorrow, to allow the prisoners an
opportunity of retaining counsel.
NEW YORK, May 10.
Gold---ll.30, weak, $i35 Ia a. m.
Sl.3l IL.
The Times Washington dispatch says
The capture of JEFF. Davis is looked upor as
certain, by the litary authorities. He was
at last accounts completely enveloped by
Gems. Stoneman, Wilson and Guyerson. Ii
was thought the latter would make the cap
ture in Alabama.
The march of homewsrd bound armies
continues with undated vigor. Sherman S
Legions reached the James river, Just as
Meade's veterans left Richmond To-day
Mesde's troops are in the vicinity Of Louisa
G. H., and are expected to reach Alexandra
Saturday night.
Sherman's four corps will pass through
Richmond Tomorrow. One brigade of cava
~ will be left at LynchburR, one at Danville
and one at Pe,ersbutgh.
The Trbune's Washington dispatch, says /:
Ofisial orders from the War Departms mt an
nodnoe that all of the one Years men are to
b. mustered out of the service 10 ten DAYS.
The Tribune's dispatch also saws: The con-
spiritors in Washington now under trial are
unable to obtain counsel. The reason the
Commission sits with clozed doors. ia 40 Az
TO prevent the escape of PARTIES IMPLICATED
and not vet arrested.
The Times dispatch saws; The Steame,
which sails for Europe from Boston to-day,
takes full particulars of the evidence against
Booth and his coniederates in the work OF
assassination. In addition to this. photo
graphs of Davis, Sanders, Clay IL Co, will be
circulated in Eutope so that thew will be her
aided as escaped criminals.
CHArTANooeA, Tenn, NAV 9.
Jeff. Davis was at Powlton, Hancock Co.
Ga. last Friday Night. Gen. Wilson ha,
pnnted handbiIls announcing the reward for
his capture and scattered them through tn,
country.
WARRINGTON, NAV 10.
The proclamations of the President, pub
lished this morning. are indicative of the mol
icy to be pursued by the Government both a
home and abroad. No trouble abroad in con.
sequence of our position respecting pirst,
vessels is anticipated in diplomatic circles. 1
is the settled purpose of the Government tr
confiscate the property of leading rebels &C
cordine to the law of Congress,
NRw YoRx April 10
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1865-05-12

Charles J. Faulkner (once NJ. C. and one
OF old Bucks foreign ministers,) and Capt.
Hoffman, late rebs., returned to their homes
in Berkeley county, Va, and had very mark
ed reception. Faulkner got "genteel boot
;ng"-the boots being on another man s
legs,-and Hoffman was grasped so lovingly
by the nose as to damage the organ material
ly. The Martinsburgh Union warns them to
depart.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1865-05-12

Ould, ihe rebel commissioner, in letter
written TO his felow-fend Winder, March II,
1868, said: "The arrangement have made
(fot exchanging prisoners) works largely ia
our favor. We gst rid ofa set Of ,Oretches, and
fsu,Ive some II the best material ever raw"
ls no wonder that such brute should turn
uul "a ihlct.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1865-05-12

Rev. iona. Greenleaf, d. D.. pastor OF the
wallabout Presbyterian Church in Brooklyn,
N. Y, died at his residence in that city, April
Gath, in the 80th year of his age, and 5lst
OF bis ministry.-some over twenty years
ago Mr.. Greenleaf was pastor Of the Congre-
gstional Church at Lyndon.
Mr. Alexander Cochran has been appoint
ed postmaster at Ryega,e, v'ce Geo. Cowles,
/ q i,si.ued.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1865-05-12

Hon Justin s. Morrill, presented to the
Governor, for the State, at Montpelier on
Tuesday, a rebel garrison flag, captured in
which had been presented by the captor to
Mr.. Morrill,. IL is of white cotton duck,
some twenty feet long, bearing the initials,
NJ. l. (standing for "Monstrous inquiry
probably in large blue letters, with row Of
blue stars near the edge, and outside Of them
border of red and blue bunting. 1t will be
deposited, we suppose, in the State House.
--Free Press
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1865-05-12

Hon Francis Il. Ruggles, Consul Of the
United States at Jamaica. died in New York,
on Tuesday last, aged SO years. He was a
native of poultney. When young man, he
commenced the practice Of law at Chstsuque
County, N. Y, where he resided for many
years. and afterwards removed to Corning,
N. Y. He was for several years Auditor OF
the canal department OF the State Of New
York. He was associated with Henry ]. Ray
mond and George Jones, in the establishment
of the New York Daily Times, and became
an associate editor. The articles contributed
by him we're not humorous, but were prepar-
ed with great care, and evidenced ability and
power as writer. He was afterwards COM
mercial agent at Valparaiso, Chill. At the
commencement of Mr. Lincon's admnistra-
ton he received an appointment from Mr..
Seward TO a position in the State Department,
and prepared several state papers Of impor-
lance In 1862 be was appointed consul at
Jamaica, which position he held at the time
of his decease.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1865-05-12

ExAcrLY.-An exchange speaking of an old
gentleman living in its vicinity, aged SO years,
who was still as active, hale and hearty as
most men of fifty, says: He invariabe takes
glass Of Pinkerton's Wahoo and Calissaya
Bitters with his meals. He also rides a
great deal, and to the above popular beverage
and healthful exercise he attributes his yigor-
Gus health. On a recent occasion, when
asked by medical friend what physician and
epothecsry he employ ed, to which he replied :
my physician has always been HORSE amp
my apothecary an Ass"' 55:56;dsw
Wood, Bixby d Co., wholesale Agents,
Montpelier, Vt.
For sale by N. X. Brown, Montpelier,
Vermont. daw:ly
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1865-05-12

ATTEMPT TO PoIsoN ANDREW JOHNSON
ON THE FOURTH OF MARCH LAsr.--In view
Of recent events and developments, it is be-
leved that Andrew Johnson, who has endur-
ed so much undeserved oboloquy for his sim
gular alteration on the 4th Of March, was
on that occasion under the influence. not Of
spirituous liquors, nor either of mere dis
turbing drug, intended only to dishgure him,
but Of deadly poison, furtively insinuated in
his drink with the view TO to take his life
On this subject, Wilkes Spirit of the Times
says:-
" l. is in proof that the assassinstions were
to have been perpetrated on the 4th of Mar,
and that Booth, the chief assassin, had posted
himself in position where Mr. Lincoln must
pass closely by, and it was doubtless expect
ed that about the time when the President
should have persisted by the pistol, the new
Vice President would have expired in the
Capitol from the effects of the potion he had
taken. Probably this view of the matter has
never struck the mind of Mr.. Johnson, and il
is not to be supposed that under the mystery
of that strange occurrence, which must have
puzzled him more than anybody else, he
would not care to allnde to the affair with
any attempts at explanation that might have
been misunderstood. The disclosure of the
Instructions distributed among the assassins,
that they were at liberty to use the blade,
the pistol or the bowl, but they must bear in
mind the latter had once failed," seems to be
conclusive upon this point, and will doubtless
suggest some important reccOllections to the
Presidents mind. His powerful nature tri-
umphed over the internal draught, and thus.
in addition to an invaluable life being saved
to the nation, we are gratifed in the convic-
viction, that one who has always been ober,
sef-respecting statesmen, is now providen-
TALLY relieved from even passing cloud on
his career"
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1865-05-12

NEW YORK. May 3.
The Herald's correspondent states that
General Wright, with the 9th corps, arrived
at Danville, Va, from Burkesville Junction.
last Thursday; having made march of over
one hundred miles in four days.
On the route, snd at Danyille he capturad
large amount Of valuable property, includ-
ing much railroad running stock and machine
~, stolen frou our works at Harper's Ferry
by the rebels.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1865-05-12

At 9 recent meeting of the Directors OF the
Bank of Waterbury, James X. Fullerton WAS
appointed Cashier on and after May lst,
1865. in place of B. H. Dewey resigned
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1865-05-12

The rebel loan in England, at last advices,
was held by the sympathizlng, but utterly
contounded, secessionists, at | / per cent. on
its original value. Ihe three million rebel
loan has, at this rate, cost John Bull about
thirteen millions OF dollars. dead loss and
the leading financial agent of the confederacy
having started for Cuba, the interest is even
more defunct than the principal.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1865-05-12

RIoHARDsoNs BooK.-Every body has
heard OF Albert d. Richardson, army corre-
spondent for the N. Y. Tribune, who was
ment in seven different prisons, contnved to
make his escape. He has now in press his
tory of bis adventures in the field the dun
geon and the escape, which will undoubtedly
be one of the most popular books of tue day.
1t is to be published, by subscription only.
by The American Publishing Company,
Hartford Conn" Agents wanted in every
town. For particulars address the publish
ers.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1865-05-12

The ship Anna Schmidt which was destroyed
by the Alabama off the coast of South Amer
lea, had on board quantity If Ayers
Cherry Pectoral for California. DR.. Aver &
Co. now appeal for redress direct TO the Brit
ish Government, as the responsible party in
this wicked business, and base their claim for
payment and protection on the ground Of hui
mainly as their commodities are who'll, for
the sick Their point is well taken. aud will
doubtless be pressed with the pluck and per-
sistency which characterize the oper atoms of
these celebrated chemists. --Balilnore Clipper
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1865-05-12

Soldiers, entitled TO Pensions, will do we'll
to call on o. II. Smith, Agent for procuring
Pensions.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1865-05-12

1t w true that Sanders ard Tucker have
skedaddled from Montreal.
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JoHNsoN's GREAT ATLAS.

One Of the greatest literary enterprises Of
the age is Johnson's great Atlas of the
World, and we are happy to announce to the
citizens of Montpelier that an agent is now
in town to solicit orders, and good opportuni-
'ty will be thus afforded them to obtain a copy
of this truly valuable work. No copies can be
obtained only through their travelling agents.
Thirty years have been spent by j, H. Col
ton and A,sJ. Johnson, with their corps Of
laborers, to bring out this Atlas Of the world
its present state Of perfection, and it is con-
coded by the highest scientific circles on both
sides Of the Atlantic, that it exceeds in beau
ty and perfection and extent of matter, and
work OF the kind ever before published.
1t is s,adstical and descriptive, not only
of the earth's surface, but Of its productions
and resources, men and animals, vegetables
and minerals, climate, oceanic currents, winds
and tides, 81. &c. The statistics in this
map include the United States census for
1860 and a war record is also included.-
johnson is native Of Vermont, and this new
eShle'emehl VIII auu ahothet staI 70 kne gar
axy Of her distinguished literary sons and
let us show our appreciation OF his efforts by
taking, at least, one copy Of his elegant At
las. The Faculty of every college in the
United States, to whom it has been submit
ted, have given certificates Of their highest
Endorsement. Here is Whit the Faculty of
Middebury college ssys:
We have carefully examined Johnson's
New Family Atlas, and are much pleased
with its wise and comprehensive plan, and
its accuracy. We know not where so large an
amount of geographical information can be
obtained on terms so favorable The Atlas
should have place in every family, and par
ents and children alike will find 1t reposito-
ry Of useful knowledge 10 respect 10 the va
rious nations and countries on the globe"
I
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ASSISTANT QUARTERsMAsTER's OFFICE ,
Department OF Washington.


Circular.
On and after May LIST 1865 until October
LIST 1865, the disinterment Of the bodies o.
soldiers and others buried in the National
cemeteries of this department will be prohi.
5ited.
Respectfully,
JAMES NJ. MooRE,
Capt. IL A. Q. NJ, U. S. A.
To Col. Frank F. Holbrook,
Vermont Military Commissioner,
Isl f. street, Washington, d. G.
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d ia bA hEh b 7 IteIWtHI,
Prof. w. II. PARKER,
Prof. X. d. G. ROBBINS.

Prof. B. Jaeger, late Of Princeton college,
and distinguished member of different learn
ed societies in Europe, says " Your Atlas
is remarkable correct even in its minutest de-
tails, and the execution of the work is in
keeping with its accuracy. am familiarity
acquainted with the best foreign Aliases and
know OF no one which, for the foreign maps,
l would prefer to yours, while the American
maps are by far superior, in my judgment
to any in extant.'
The Atlas has been readily taken in Bur
lugton, and other large towns in this state.