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Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1866-07-20
foreign N-fips.
NEW YORK, July Is,
The steamship America, from Southampton
4th inst, arrived here to-day.
THE GERMAN WAR
NEw YoRk, July Is.

NEW YoRk, July Is.
The steamship America, from Southampton
4th inst, arrived here to-day.
THE GERMAN WAR.
The Prussians in Bohemia are making VIC
torious progress. Gilzchin was taken by
storm the Pfussian loss was not inconsid-
cradle, while the Austrian loss was 1000
The Austrian loss up to the present time
is from 1000 to 10000.
In CONSEQUENCE Of the successful storming
Of Giizchin the junction of the Prussan ar
mics under the Crown Prince and Prince
Charles was completely effected. Gitzchn
was much damaged. Austrian prisoners are
continually arriving. The Austrian, Hano-
yer, Rsmming and MARITIME regiments were
wholly annihiated. The 18th jaeger battGl-
ion was annhilated to the last man.
Gitzcbin telegram Of the ID states that
$4,000 Austrians prisoners have been taken
by the Ptussians since the Goth, and 10000
killed and wounded.
The London Times of the 4ih says -
"Houible as the carnage has been, it must
be looked upon as a mere prelude TO the
pitched battle now unavoidable, in which a
quarter Of a million of men will probably be
engaged on either side"
FATHER POINT. July Is.
The steamship Nova Scotian, from Liver
pool 9th inst, via Londonderry, 9th, passed
this point this evening.
The Paris Moniteur of the 5th makes the
following announcement; IAN important
event has Just occurred. After having main
tanned the honor Of his arms in Italy, the Fm-
peror Of Austria, concurring in the ideas ex
pressed in the Emperor Nspoleon's letter Of
June / lih TO his Minister Of Foreign Affairs,
cedes Venetia to the French Emperor and ac-
cepts his mediation for the conclusion of a
peace. The Emperor Napoleon has FASTENED
to respond to the summons, and Immediately
communicated with the Kings Of Prussia and
Italy, in order TO obtain an aImistice."
LIvERPooL, July 5, Epening
great battle took place on the Sd, near
Shutdown, resulting in the Prusssns obtain
ing great and complete victory. The Prus'
SLAMS took $4,000 prisoners. There were
great losses in killed and wounded, but no
estimate is given of the numbers. The Aus
TRANS sent in flag Of truce.
Austria has agreed to cede Venetia to the
Emperor Napoleon and accert his mediation.
Napoleon imme diately communicated with
the belligerents.
NEW YORK, July II.
The steamer Periere, from Havre the 9th,
and Brest thel7th, has arrived.
HAyRE, July 7.
Prussia and Italy have refused the armis-
tice.
The Italians have crossed the Pc.
The Derby (Tory) Cabinet has been in
stalled.
Paris papers Of the 9TH, state that the
Augsburg Gazette says Benedek has deman-
ded $4,000 reinforcements.
The same paper says there is report that
the Arch Duke Albert has been appointed to
supercede Benedeck
The Notifications Of Vienna were being in
creased and 400 guns are now in position.
The Austrians have entirely evacuated
Lombardy, and retired across the Mincio
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1866-07-20

A SINGULAR CoNTEsr.- On the 4th inst.
rs Mr. Charles S. Taft of Sutton was passing
through an open space in piece Of woods
ear his house, large blue hawk made a
igorous attack upon him. 1t would ads vance
rom tree upon one side Of the opening,
hen retreat to tree on the opposite side,
lifting him at each time Of passing This
fensive warfare was kept up until Mr.. 7.
acceeded in disabling It by breaking a wing
nth small walking stick, The hawk meas.
red four feet from Zip to tip of outslretched
'ings.--Rutl0nd ~ Herald.
A radical paper is to be started at Mobile.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1866-07-20

Post Master General Dennison resigned because
he adheres to the National Republican Union
party and is opposed to the pewterhead conven-
tom and this resignation, for these causes, the
President accepts We take this as significant of
the fact that the President has abandoned the
party which nominated and elected him. Mr..
Dennison was President Of the National Conven-
ton that nominated Lincoln and johnson, and it
was fit that be should be the first to abandon
johnson.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1866-07-20

Reuben ! can, ir., of Kirby, was killed at asst
Burke, July 3. There was fight between Albert
Jenkins and John Cunningham on one side, and
Roswell Pierce on the other--l can, who was with
Pierce declining to fight. When Pierce had quit
the field, jenkins and Cunningham attacked can,
and broke his skull, causing his DEATH jenkins got
bail in $4,000, and Cunningham is in jail
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1866-07-20

TWENTY THOUSAND LIVING WITNESSES
are tesufying to their neghbors from day to
day Of the wonderful effects of the " MAR.
TIA WASHINGTON" HAIR RESTO-
RER. 1t is perfect success, the best in
market it is not dye, will not stain the
skin; will restore gray and faded hair to its
orig nal beauty; cure all diseases of the scalp;
remove dandruf, prevent the hair from falling
off, promote healthy growth, give it a soft,
silk-hke appearance, as in youthful days, and
causes 1t to grow on bald heads when there
ia life and vitality at the roots, but when these
are gone there is NO hope of success. War
ranIed. SIMONDS u CO.,
Ftzwilliam, N. H., Proprietors.
Sold, Wholesale and Retail by Bixby q Co.
Druggists, Montpelier, Vt.
d&w:0l:25
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1866-07-20

A highly Sensational Washington cores
pondent says that Charles % Conner, as ooun-
sci for Jefferson Davis holds in his hands a
letter written By Mr.. johnson in 1860, pro-
posing to join the rebellion, provided he could
have a seat in the confederate cabinet, and
that is why Davis is not tried.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1866-07-20

IMPROVEMENTS IN DENTISTRY. - DR.. j.
NJ. Comegys, the wide-awake and entey,
prising Dentist of Montpelier, has recently
introduced several improvements in dentistry,
an important one being in rubber work.
Hitherto rubber plates for artificial teeth have
been Of an Objectionable color, the deep red
making them too conspicuous when in the
least exposed to sight. This objection Dr.
Comegys has overcome, having in use dis
coyery whereby the rubber is given a flesh
color, the difference between that and the
natural gums being difficult to discover, while
at the same time strength is added by the
process Of coloring. Another improvement
ID the discarding OF air chambers in the plates,
which are sure to eventually cause maliorma-
ton of the roof Of the mouth, and the attain
ment OF the object of air chambers through
a far preferable method. Persons desiring
dental aid will find DR.. Comegys the right
man to palronize his work being No. l, and
his prices very asonable,-Argus. 0:2l
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1866-07-20

STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL AT MORTIFIED The
ladies of the Episcopal Society at Mortified gave
strawberry Festival at Concert Hall, in North
field on Thursday afternoon and evening of last
week. The affair was a most agreeable one
throughout, and the ladies are entitled to much
praise for their successful efforts in making it So
We learn that over 500 were realized as the net
proceeds of the Festival.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1866-07-20

CHAMoMILE.-A decoction of the leaves
Of common Chamomile will destroy every
species of insect, and nothing contributes so
much to the health of garden a number
of Chamcmile plants dispersed through it,
No greenhouse or dollhouse should ever be
without it, in green or dried state either
the stalks or the flowers will answer. 1t is
singular fact that, if plant is dropping and
apparently dying, in nine cases out Of ten it
will recover if you plant Chamomile near it,
One Of our enterprising ,radesmen burned
out has opened furniture warehouse in a
wood-shed, and is driving furnishing bust
ness-Po'tard Argus.
Eighty persons recently escaped in fifteen
wagons, from Salt Lake City. They had be-
come Disguised with Brigham Young and
Mormonsm.
Connecticut exchange says that several
months since peacock, near one Of the rail-
road stations on the Danbury and Norwalk
road, which was sitting on the rail at the time
the cars were passing jumped { fl. leaving his
tail across the rail. The cars passed over il,
cutting IL off. As soon as he saw the extent
OF the damage, he started for the woods and
did not return until his tail had entirely
grown out again.
Hosea Merrill OF Pittsfeld was married last
week, aged so years. He gave his bride
$4,000, she being somewhat younger than
himself. He was unable to get out OF his
carriage, and the ceremony was performed
while the parties were sitting in the carriage.
The Prussian troops are to wear strip Of
white linen around the left arm, with a red
cross marked upon it, during the campaign,
as mark to distinguish them.
A Western horse tanner advertises a per-
forming horse, that will kick cigar out Of
the mouth Of any one 10 the audience, who
choose to let him, without touching the face
Of the smoker.
The cannon that fred the first shot in the
rebellion, at the steamer Star of the West,
on her entrance into Charleston Harbor, Jan.
8. 1861, is on its way to Washington.
An Irish editor, in speaking of the miseries
of Ireland. Gays; "Her cup Of misery has
been for ages overlooking, and is not yet full"
The overflow Of the Alabama river ia said
to have cost the planters three thousand bales
Of cotton.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1866-07-20

The Auburn IN. y Union and Advert
ser, which has always been called the " home
organ " of Mr.. Seward, does not support the
Tammany-smitten Secretary in his present
position at all. 1t speaks Of the propos ed
Philadelphia Convention with bitter contempt,
exclaiming: composed of Northern and
Southern Rebels, what reliable body that
Convention will be TO promote the prosperity
Of the Nation and the harmony of opposing
sections o.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1866-07-20

There are living near La Crosse, in one
school district, five brothers who in two years
were married 10 FIVE women who have had
before eleven husbands, eight of whom are
still alive.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1866-07-20

A Western editor with talent for empha-
sis says The Blair family, consisting Of
the senior Francis, the junior Francis and
Montgomery, is the three-headed Cerberus
stationed at the entrance to the executive
mansion, demanding sop from every politi-
cal party hat seeks an entrance. It is a
trinity Of superanuuated shrewdness, precoci-
Gus eoneeit, aud vanity soured by disappoint-
ed ambition"
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1866-07-20

SENATOR EpMuNDs.-W are permitted to say
that the Burlington Times and Caledonian have
used the name Of senator Edmunds, in respect to
Mr. Mouill's action on the Collcctorshp, without
authority and without truth. We add, more COM
prehensiyely that Senator Edmunds does not hold
himself responsible for the Burlington Times.
The Caledonian, with the Burlington Times
echoes the cries Of the organ of the importers of
foreign goods and Of American Free Traders
against the Morrill, Tariff What about their old
argument that Mr.. Morrill, is so skilled in Tariffs
that his services cannot be spared from the House
And what, too, is this sort Of advocacy of Judge
Poland, who not only voted to go on with Morrilfs
bill in the Senate, but in direct reference to that
bill, said in his letter to Mr.. Slade:
=" have heard it said that bill was in prepa-
ration in the House (where all such measures
must originated which would do away with this
wrong to the great wool interest of the country
and if such a bill should come before the Senate,
l shall give it my earnest support
The bill went to the Senate with the provisions
on wool precisely as Mr.. Morrill, had put them
when this letter was written by Judge Poland
Now we ask, what sort Of fairness is that which
distinguishes between Poland and Morrill, on this
question: We are not surprised at the inconsis-
tency of the Times, but Of the Caledonan we ex-
pectcd llirer course.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1866-07-20
1HarkftS.

(By Telegraph 70 HaiioH's JourHail
BOSTON CATTLE MARKET.
AT OAMBRID AND BRIG HrON
fog the week ennns Wednesday, July Is, ls66.
AMOUNT W Stock AZ nAREEr;
Cattle. sheep. shoies Fat Hogs Calves
This week 2oS 1850 40 1910 29
One year ago, 1875 ie5s aso 10 100
PklCESi
BxKR Cattle Extra fat and heavy premium Oxen, sai2
SaCOi ls quality So 20 SO so and quality sl2O OO
Sd quality S0O S2 so per lbs, weight OF hide
tslow, choicest single pairs, sl
slb 60 Bulls, sc, s. 90 Ell %
Working osrni ne $50 geI pair Or according to their
COws& Calves fair quality sos a1ai extra good $50 SlO
with wiiho1 calves, may sgrusd faoN and ordinary
$50 Sia
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1866-07-20
CnnnrrssionaL.

The Senate, SATURDAY, July Ia, adopted a
resolution fJr the appointment Of joint COM
mttee on retrenchment to examine into the
expenditures in all branches Of the Govern
ment service and report where retrenchment
can be effected.
The bill for the equalization Of bouniies
was made a special order for Tuesday next.
The Bankrupt bill was made special or
der for Monday
In Senate, July 10, Mr.. Anthony intro
duced a bill 10 promote the efficiency Of the
civil service. IL regulates appointments by
providing that they shall be made upon ex-
animation and continue through good behav-
ior. Referred to the Judiciary Committee.
In the House, various bills and joint reso-
lutions were introduced and referred, includ-
ing one to amend the homestead lave; an
other ceding public lands to States in which
they lie.
A joint resolution was passed for the APP
pontment Of Commission by the President
to report TO the next session Of Congress up
on the necessity Of some more speedy, cheap
and reliable means Of Ansportation between
the Western States and the Atlantic seaboard,
and submit plan therefor il found necessary.
The Commissioners TO receive no compensa-
tion for travelling expenses.
July sc, the pfe.idents veto was received
and read, when the House Immediately passed
the bill over the veto,-ayes 1870. noes 33. -
The Senate also passed it-ayes SO, noes 2
In Senate, July r., Mr.. Anthony reported
resolution to print five thousand copies OF
the amended tex bill, which was passed.
Mr.. Wilson called up the bill to revive the
grade Of General
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1866-07-20

The Hartford Press suggests that The forth
coming convention Of the Southern Unionsts
be made the occasion of a formal union of the
Union men of the North and the South. II
deemed advisable the object might be accom-
plished by the National Union Committee
endorsing the Southern Union call and rec
ommending the sending of delegates.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1866-07-20

The New York Herald says Monday last was
the hottest day for ten years in New York City
In this region we hear OF thermometers at 100
degrees and more, but our own (neyer exposed to
the SUM marked only SO degrees. There were
several of sun-sroke in this vicinity and we
have the same report from other parts of the
State
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1866-07-20

Among the marriages announced in the
Texas papers is that OF Resgsn, who was the
rebel postmaster general, and was captured
with Davis
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1866-07-20

The remains Of the following Vermont officer
have been recognized and buried at Cold Harbor
Virginia:
Lieut.. II. IL. Bailey, Co. b, I'd Regiment
Lieut.. IL. C. Miller Co. A, Sd Regiment
Capt NJ Samson. Co |, 9th Regiment.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1866-07-20

TRAINING CATTLE TO JuNr.--A Western
farmer says he made il a rule that whenever
cattle are made to pass a fence, whether thro'
bars or "cipgap," to leave one rail l1f them
to pass under. This gives them downward
tendency, and lossens their inclination to
jump or look upwards. as they are cure to do
when lazy attendant throws down a part Of
the rails, and makes them vault the rest
Cattle may be taught to 20 over any fence by
the careful training they often get for this
end, and performed as follows First, starve
them or give them poor feed, which will make
them light and restless. A soon a. they 20
over the lowest part of the fence after better
provender, make them jump back again, and
put on one more rail, saying, guess that
will keep 'em out" Next day. (as Of course
they will be in mischief again. repeat the
process, adding another rail; in a short time
they will take care Of themselves, and harvest
the crops without charge. fuckers Rural
dGdirs
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1866-07-20

IVIIVNIHB NVIVVIHIUB IHV " IT'
AZ meeting of the Directors OF the Agrcultu-
raj Society held July 7, it was decided to hold the
Annual Fair Of the Society on Tuesday and We'd
nesday, Sept. 20 and 26, at the Fair Ground near
Morrisyille. Arrangements have been made where
by the Association will be able to pay cash premi-
ums on the leading varieties of stock and products,
and It is expected that the coming Fair will be
much more extensive than any ever before held by
the Society. meeting for final arrangements
will be held at Morrisyille, Aug. 4, at 1. p. NJ,
to spportion premiums, appoint committees, etc.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1866-07-20

~ Coz. JAcoB L. GREENE, General Agent of
the Berkshire Life Insurance Company, Of Pitts
field, Mass, is now in town for the purpose of do
ing business in this part Of Vermont. This Com
pany is one of the best all its policies are mutual
and non-forieitable Its ratio of assets to liabii-
ties are among the highest while the ratio Of
losses and expenses to receipts are lower than in
any company of its age doing business in Massa-
chusett9
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1866-07-20

ELECTION OF U. S. SENATOR'S Senate
has passed bill prescribing the mode of electng
L. S. Senators, making uniform rule for all Of
the State Legislatures. This bill is designed to
prevent such outrages as that committed by the
copperheads of New Jersey, in securing, by a
trick, the election of Stockton as a Senator, by a
minority Of the joint assembly, We are glad to
see that Senators Poland and Edmunds voted for the
bills and we count that vote Of Senator Poland as
his condemnation of the mode in which Stockton
was elected We accept it as offset to his vote
for Stockton, in which we have no doubt he hon
estly erred.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1866-07-20

Attorney General Speeds reply to Mr..
Doolitle'- letter, incosing the call Of the
Philadelphia Convention Of August 18Th, is
very explicit. He say he cannot regard the
authors Of the call as the organs Of the great
Union party Of the country. The movement
is not so much to sustain the government en-
tire as a department Of the government. He
observes that the call fails to take any notice
Of the constitutional amendment, which he
cannot but regard as a sign Of hostility 10 a
grand measure dear to him. lie repudiates
the notion that the rights Of the States need
doctoting.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1866-07-20

The Wool DUTY.-We have said that Senator
Wilson was mistaken in saying that the high du-
ties on oool and iron were put on contrary to Mr.
Morril1s Judgment. We now learn that Senator
Wilson declares that the error was in the reporter
or printer. What Senator Wilson actually did
say was that a." the high duties on coal and iron
were put on contrary to Mr.. Morrls Judgment
And that was the fact, as Mr. Morrils speeches
show while, as the speeches also show, he ap
proved the duties on wool. Were it not for the
wrong done to the wool-growers. we would not
regret the postponement of the bill till December
To them it is great hardship, because the House
confessed, by its hearty concurrence in that part
of the BILL that the increase Of the duty on wool
and the stringent provisions against frauds by i'm
porters Of foreign wool, were right. As it is, we
can only hope that the wool-growers Of the West
will see to it that their friends be returned to the
next Congress. Western members, some Of them
Republicans, under the lead OF the free traders of
Chicago, have struck this heavy blow at the agri-
cultural interest ef the country.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1866-07-20

The Burlington Times is informed that E. p
w. never changed bis opinion in respect to Bran
don post Office but that he submitted the case to
the Postmaster General on his original report and
no other, as the records will show The Times
bites file, If the other parties in that matter
want the whole story, we agree on our part. Go
n, II YOU wish il.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1866-07-20

GEN. LoGANs VIEws.-Gen. John A.
Logan made a spirited speech at the Sold
iers Reunion" held at Salem, Illinois, on
the 4th Of July. Speaking of the seeded
States, he said;
- do not see why the people should be
in any hurry to require them to be represent
ed. They declined to be represented for four
years, but the very moment they laid down
their arms, they say, Why, we want mem
bers in Congress we want part Of the foreign
missions we want the offices Of the law to
be distributed among us; We want our
rights They talk of rights Well, so
might horse-thief at the very time he is
being tried get up before the judge, after tho
proof had been given, showing that be had
stolen the horse, and say, Judge, want my
rights ! The judge would say, My dear
friend, you will get them in few minutes
| think thar the jury will send you to the
Penitentiary for twenty years
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1866-07-20

The TALK OF MEN AND MEN.-Some
Frenchmen Of statistical tuln Of mind, who
evidently has bat little to do, publishes in a
Havre paper some curious statistics Of the
average talk Of men and women He has
discovered that an ordinary midde.aged
man spends three hours per day in couversa-
ton, calculating at the rate Of one hundred
words per minute, or twenty zone octave pa
ges per hour, which would amount to six
hundred pages per week, or fty-two big vol
umes per year. Having ascertained these
facts as regards the masculine portion Of the
human race, the statisucan applied his best
energies to ascertain the amount Of words by
an ordinary and middle-aged female per min
ute, and the amount Of time spent on the
average by that sex in general conversation.
After the most patient investigation and alb
truse calculation, this able arithmeticiah was
compelled to give up the question and confess
the magnitude Of the figures produced even
at the outset of the inquiry bailied all human
calculation.