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New Advertisements.

The following new Advertisements appear in
this evenings paper, to which we invite the at
tention of our readers:
Board Of Health.-Important notice from the
officers.
Deming's Great Express, from No. 7 Main ST.,
to all parts of the city-groceries carried free OF
cost. See particulars.
Auction Sale in Portsmouth, Saturday morning,
by Fentress & Wilkinson. Mules, horses and fur
niture will be offered.
Genuine London Dock Brandy-For sale by b.
j. Baker, No. Is Campbells wharf. See par
ticuars
A Card.-See card of w. o. Cassell, Ports
mouth.
TIN Plate.-A large lot for sale by Gilett,
Cherry Mapp.
C. +. Greenwood, Jeweler, is out in new ad-
vertisement, worthy the attention of the public.
E. j. Griffith, Dealer in hardware, has recently
received from auction large lots of goods bought
at low figure, which he offers at low price.
The Opera is coming. See particulars of ad-
vertisement.
The Circus will soon be here. Boys, get your
money ready. See advertisement.
House for Rent, For balance of the year. Sec
Mr.. Gorntos advertisement.
e. @. Lindsey Dc Co., Real Estate Agents, offer
rs building lots at private sale. Nows the chance
for homestead.
Wreck Sale-See advertisement of Under
writer's sale on Currituck beach.
TaS Payers, Take notice. See advertisement
of Sheriff Diggs
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FREEDMKN's CouRr, NorJolk.-Charles E. John
son presiding-March 16, 1866. ~ .sl
This Court was crowded this morning to over
flowing, and the sidew alks outside the building
were lined with lockers on in venice The cause
of this unusual sensation, was the arrest last
night by the military guard of twenty-five
women, charged with prostitution and being dis
orderly. Also, number of men, about forty,
taken out of houses on Reed and Rhea's lane.
Ann Hall and Wyena Stephens, being arrang-
ed were fined SIS each.
The other cases were not examined when we
left the court.
The Docket is particularly full.
Miles Christian, charged with offence against
nature was not examined, the case being pospon-
ed.
George Goodwin and George Williams, charged
with grand larceny, was sent on for trial before
! a military Commission.
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ACCIDENT 70 Mas. CIEM.-As this most
worthy woman was leaving home this MORN
ing in her wagon, about six o'clock, to attend
market, from her home, on Queen street, the
horse ''run Off and turned the corner of
Brewer street, throwing Mrs. Glen out, and
injuring her right ankle and cutting her mouth
very badly. The horse continued his flight
towards the market, strewing the streets as he
went along with sausage meat, sc. Notwith-
standing this accident, Mrs. Clem's stall will
be open as heretofore
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RECovERED.- trunk of Mrs Curtain,
which was seized by her husband in Ports
mouth last evening. was recovered by her this
morning, on a search warrant issued by Mayor
Collins; and we suppose she will now be al
lowed undsputed possession of her own "chick-
en-fxins." 1t was clearly proved, at the recent
trial, that she made all the money, and we go
in for her keeping it. ~ avs
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paid $50 month rent for the last two months;
Before that it was SIS. was induced to hold
on to the house, it was good stand. l arrived
here Wednesday morning. came on with Mayor
| Collins,
Mayor Collins.-On Saturday afternoon, re-
ceiVed information that Mrs. Curtain was going
off with all the furniture and money OF mr. Cur
tain. sought and sent officers to md MRS. Cur
tain, in order that she might be stopped. L tele-
graphed after she left to the chief of police to ar
rest her in Baltimore. She was arrested, and l
was so notified. Hearing that report was cir
culated that she never would be brought back,
and bets were offered to that effect, l went on
after her myself and brought her on. declined
serving on the bench on account OF the above
reasons and the insinuations of her husband
Mrs. Healy.-Had seen improper conduct on
one occasion in an clubhouse, and at another time
heard the voices Of White and Mrs. Curtain in
her Mrs. Curtain's) bed room.
The defense introduced no testimony, and the
argument by counsel was opened by Col. n. ).
Goodwin, for the prosecution, followed by j. d.
Gale, Esq, and J. u. Holiday, and just one word
by l.. H. Chandler, who urged that no felony had
been committed, and cited authority to sustain
the argument.
The Commonwealth attorney, Jas. Murdaugh,
argued that the fact of adultery had been shown
and the intention of elopement established, there
fore the larceny charged against the accused was
fully established and asked that the accused be
sent on. 2.
hewhoe case was dismissed
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Remarks.
The sales reported on change was about 20O0
bushels of Oats at 49,
Gold 1907. Quotations steady.
A CA II D.-TO Editor of Norfolk
N DAY BOOK.-Having been informed that
nv name has been used in connection with the
office of Clerk of the Council of the city of Ports
mou tn for the ensuing year,I desire in this public
way to declare that shall not be candidate tor
said Office, nor do desire the same. The nature
of its duties is inconsistent with my professional
duties, and unsuited to my condition. l am a
candidate for the office Of COMMONWEALT s
ATTORNEY for the city of Portsmouth, and will
be thankful for the support of the people for the
same. oc,,
NH l6-lt V. y. CASSEL.
MOTTO TO TAX-PAYERS.-By
~ Direction of the Auditor of the State, am
Instructed to collect from residents all taxes
due for the wears 1862, 1888 and 1864. And also
to state, that no monies already received for taxes
for those years, will be refunded.
Special notice is given to all who have not PAID
their ia for 1865, to prepare to do so at once
A. my deputy will call upon them for settlement,
the time having already expired for their collec-
ton. w. d. DE0Un,
NH l6-tf Sergeant of the City
OFFICE OF THE BOARD OF HEALTH, I
March Is, 1866.
TIME PUBLIC ARE HEREBY NO
titled that book for entering complaints OF
nuisances will be placed at the office OF DIR. l. Be-
Ward, opposite the Atlantic Hotel, and all per-
sons having knowledge of any nnisances which
ought to be abated, are requested to make use OF
this book to bring it to the notice of the Board OF
Health.
All special communications upon matters intend,
cd for the action of the Board, may be addressed
to DIR. s. X. Jackson, Secretary OF the Board, or
to Dr. A. 4. Bell, Health Officer.
mchl6-2w SAML X. JACKSON, See'y.
INN PLATE-IOO boxes best l. G. 10
by IA Tin.
so boxes /. C. 10 by IA Waste.
| 800 pounds Sheet Zinc.
| |, 500 pounds Sheet Lead and Pipe. For sale at
Baltimore prices, by
| ~ ENUINE LONDON DOCK BRAN
| " DY.-We offer for sale low, by quarter OF
half pipe, Genuine London Dock Brandy, from
the English brig Victoria, and now in the Custom
| House of this city. b. & j. BAKER,
mhl6 No. Is Campbell's wharf.
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The LEcTuTR LAST NIGHT "A large and
appreciative audience greeted the Rev. l.. M.
Lee, at the CRANKY street Church, last night.
And as the first lecture of the course about to
be delivered in the same Church, we are happy
in saying it was decided success
In a few days, other able gentlemen will
follow, and we trust to see the interest slis-
tanned to the end of the chapter
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N. l.. A. uEs.-The members of this
Company, are requested to meet on Saturday
tomorrow the 18th at O'clock, P. M, at
the Court House, for the purpose of making
arrangements to bring home their dead.
A full attendance is earnestly requested.
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MAYoR's CoURT, Portsmouth.-March l6, 1866.
Justice Tucker, presiding.
Morgan Sullivan and John Moraney, arrested
saulting and beating him complainant failing to
appear, the case was dismissed.
Michael Curtain, arrested for forcibly taking
possession of his wifes wearing apparel, whilst in
public hack a search warrant being issued to
recover the same, but upon the examination Of the
warrant, informalities appearing upon the face of
it. was dismissed,
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FUNERAL NoTICE-The remains of Mrs.
Mary A. Scheduled, and those of her grand
son, will arrive at Portsmouth this afternoon,
by the Richmond Boat. They will be taken
from the W harf, Immediately to the grave.
The friends of the family are invited to be
present upon arrival of the Boat.
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BALL AT CAMP HAMILTON On Tuesday
night last, very large gathering of the youth
and beauty of the surrounding country assem-
bled at Camp Hamilton, to "trip the light
fantastic toe" The officers from Old Point
were present aud all went "merry as mar
riage bell"
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The .OPERR-We have heretofore informed
our readers that the Opera would be here in a
few days
BY reference to our advertising columns, it
will be seen that this splendid troupe will tar
ry in our city and delight our citizens, on the
nights of Thursday, Friday and Saturday, the
ODD, 23d and Oath instants
We can see the furry which this announce
ment will make amongst the bellies and beaux
of our city whilst the older portion of our
population and the music loving, will receive
the news with one of these quiet smiles, usu-
ally to be found on the expeetant face of a
gourmond, as he SITS down t, an inviting re-
past.
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MAYORS CoURr-Norfolk, March Is, 1867.
G. Tabb, Presiding.
Nothing Of interest before Mayor Tabb this
morning.
The Freedmen's Court monopolizing all the
cases of interest.
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ARREsTED FOR STRALINa.-George God
win and George Williams, negro boys, We're
arrested this morning by the police, charged
with robbery, by John johnson, an aged and
infrm old negro, of $210.
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TEMPERANCE NETTING There will be a
meeting of the friends of the Temperance
cause at the Christian Church, on Ferry Point,
on Sunday afternoon at 4 O'Clock.
Speakers will be present, and all persons
friendly to the Cause, are invited to partici-
pate.
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STATE OF VIRGINIA,
AUDITORS OFFICE,
Richmond, March 14th, 1866.

o. w. B. DEGGs, ESQ.,,
Dr. Sir:-All the uncollected taxes for the
year proceeding 1865, are released by La ",
except in respect to non-residents.
You will however, collect the taxes of 1865,
as usual.
Very Respectfully,
a w. F. TAYLOR,
Auditor of Public Accounts.
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NOTICE EXTRAORDIN AIRY.

NOTICE EXTRAORDENA AIRY.
DEMI IN CTS
GREAT SOUTHERN NATIONAL
"WHEEI. BARROW EXPRESS"
"OUR ACCOMAoDATYON TRAIN" in
charge of an "inteigent contraband," may be
found at any hour Of the day, at No. Main
street, in front of the market. Our friends will
find our "wheelbarrow express" very convenient
ace, No. Main street, "free of charge" and at
the same time can purchase their Provisions,
Teas, Groceries, Fruit, &C., at the lowest market
rates, and have them sent to their houses in any
part of the city "free Of cost" for delivery.
E. G. DEAING~
mhl6 No. Main street.
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THREE GRAND OPERA NIGHTS,

THREE GRAND OPERA NIGHTS,
Thursday, Friday and Saturday,
MARCH, 22d, 23rd and Oath.
change of Opera each night will be given, in
style unrivalled by any other management. The
following eminent Artists, all OF whom have per-
formed this winter for forty consecutive Grand
leans, with the most unprecedented success, con-
int tina
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NEW ADVERTISEMENTS.

NORFOLK OPERA HOUSE.
POSITIVELY FOR THREE Nights
L ONLY, commencing THURSDAY, Macrh
22nd.
MADE GHIONI AND SIGNOR SUSINPS
GRAND ITALIAN OPERA.
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ByF. +. FERGUSON, AuctiOneer.
A REMEDY FOR HIGH RENTS.
A HOMESTEAD FOR ANY MAN.
- BUILDING LOTS AT PRIV ALE

A REMEDY FOR HIGH RENTS.
A HOMESTEAD FOR ANY MAN.
NIX BUILDING LOTS AT PRIVATE
10 SALE, as follows. .,.o
20 Lots 10 by 1870 feet, for $50, each.
2 Lots 81 by $50 feet, for $50, each.
Lots 1917 by 100 feet, $3.50, each.
40 Lots 40 by 1870 feet, for $500 each.
Lots 81 by 1870 feet, for 5000, each.
s Lots 431s by 100 feet, for 5000 each.
Terms-One- third cash; balance in six and
~ E. C. LINDSEY & CO.,
"a West Main street,
mhl6-lw Real Estate Agents.
NO r r e N THE balance Of this
year (ls66) Good House containing eight
kitchen est'rn paved YarSSo IN I9 s000
NH l6-Iw* No. 40 Bermuda street
GODS WELL BOUGHT ARE
VT HALF SOLD.
The reason why we sell good many articles at
less than regular prices is, we do not rely solely
on getting our supplies in the regular way we
very low figures for Hardware.
We have Just received from a Heavy Auction
Sale, great many staple articles, such IS Locks,
Hinges, Screws, Bolts, Horse Shoes, Axes, Scales,
Mechanics Tools, Gun Material, Carriage and
Tire Bolts Files, besides many other articles OF
general Hardware.
We have also on hand 200 sets Wagon and
Plow Harness, in good order, which we are sell
ing at about one-third of its value.
We call attention to our supply Of Iron and
Steel Wagon Material, Carriage and Tire Bolts,
Cut Nails, Pumps, Plated Ware, House FURNISH
ing Hardware, Mechanics Tools, and every arti-
ticls appertaining to frst-class Hardware estab-
lishment.
Purchasers should examine our stock before
purchasing, as we are satisfied we can make it to
the interest of wholesale and retail buyers to deal
Paddock e. ]. GRIFFITH & CO.,
mbI6 Importers.
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ITALIAN OPERA TR,

ITALIAN OPERA TROUPE.
embracing the most eminent ARTISTS, and COM
plete CHORUS and ORCHESTRA, comprising
the best Artists from New York, with whom he
will give in Norfolk
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Mr.. STRAKOSCH announces with much plea
sure that he has succeeded in engaging cOmpe-
tent and efficient al
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GHIONI AND SUSINI

OPERA COMPANY
SigOra Angelina GhiOni, the great ORA
matte Prima Dona.
Mile Pauline Canissa, the young and
highly talented Prima Donna Lsggiora.
Mime Amalia Patti StrakOsch, the ia
nous and popular Prima Donna Contralto.
Print Tenori Sig Maccafierri, Sig Ernani.
PRINT Baritoni, Sig. Mancusi, Sig: Mara.
M dine PARozzI, Signora ZAPuzz1, Second Donnas
Signors JIMRNEs and BELLr, Second Tenors.
Signors LooArRLLI and MAssIo, Second Bassos.
With powerful Chorus and Complete Orches-
ira, under the direction the Musical Conductor
Signor ROSA.
Leader, Mr.. F.. ZIrrERBAnr. Stage Manager,
Signor GRILLo, Prompter, Sig. LAMA. Costu-
mer, Sig. SANrRELIA. u
The following Operas will be performed entire !;
THURSDAY, MARCH 22D.
Bellini's Grand Opera, in three acts,
ia a9 NORMA.
Mesdames Ghioni and Canissa, Signors Maca-
ferri and Susini in tho principal roles.
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FULL CHORUS AND ORCHESTRA


Musical Director and Conductor,
SIGNOR F. ROSA.
SCALE OF PRICES.
Private Boxes, containing persons, $l6 90
Orchestra Chairs. Observation-Disclosures. 3 OO
Parquetts and Dress Circle............. 2 90
Reserved seats 80 cents extra.
UaHcr y"
The sale of seats and tickets will commence On
Tuesday, March Goth, at 10 a. m, at Schwartz
kopf's Fancy Store, 65 Main street.
Doors open at 716. Opera commences at ..
NH l6-lw IS
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NTOTICE-I have good material, good
~ workmen, and convenient place of bust
ness. warrant all my work, and guarantee a
neat and pleasant fit, in all cases. Call and have
YOUR Boots and Shoes made to order.
G A DAVIS,
NH IL As Bank ST., doors from Main.
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FAUST

Mesdames Carniasa and Patta Strakoseh, 81,
nors Errani, Mancusi and Maria in the princip
roles
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SATURDAY, March 2lrH.

Mme Patti Strakosch, Signors Errani, Mancu-
81, Susini and Maria in the principal roles.
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Office
~ CHANGE OF HOUR.
On and after Monday March 18th, 1866, the
STEAMER NJ MARTIN,
CAPT. f. G. HAINRs,
Will leave Norfolk for Richmond, every TU ES-
DAY, THURSDAY and SATURDAY, at 6
o'clock, a. M j. j. MARTIN,
NH l2-lw Agent.
NOTICE, NOTICE.-AI persons in
" debted to the undersigned by bond, note, or
open account, contracted during or previous to
the war, may advance their interest by calling
and arranging the same on or before the LIST o
April next. VIM. 1. HAKRlSON,
feb 2S-tf CampbelPs Wharf
THO THE LADIES-ShOes for Ladies,
MISSES, AND CHILDREN,
At No. As Bank street, Norfolk, Va.
Every variety and style of SHOES, for Ladies,
Misses, and Children, made to order.
Special attention to School Shoes for Children,
Boys and Youths.
All Work warranted.
Please call and leave your measures.
j. f. WILKINS, Manufacturer.
Mg~ All Work in the above line repaired
prOmptlV. mHl4-lm
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TIME GREATEST NATURAL
CURIOSITY IN THE WORLD.
THE TWO--HEADED GIRL
OR
UNITED AFRICAN TWINS,
Fourteen Years of Age.
Being accomplished Vocalists and fine Dancers,
will give an exhibition entertainment
AT THE OPERA HOUSE.
During the Exhibition they will sing several
popular Songs, and dance a few Fancy Dances.
Doors open from 10 a. NJ, to IL m, p. M, to
p. M, and 8 p. M, to Top. m.
Admission, so cents
Children under IL years of age halfprice.
NH l2-tf
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7 LITILJ u u "
Repaired and warranted. Charge reasonable.
C. F. GREENWOOD,
Practical Matchmaker,
NH I6 No. ~ Main street.
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NIOTICE.-On and after the 10Th in
IN slant, the Steamers of the BALTIMORE
STEAM PACKET COMPANY OLD BAY
LINE, will leave the Company Wharf, on East
Wide Water Street, opposite the Atlantic Iron
Works, daily, for Baltimore, Old Point, Cherry
stone, Mathews, Gloucester, and Yorktown.
nov29-tf THOS. II. WEBB, Agent.
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NUGAR.-3O bbIs. elbow, Extra, 4, II
y A, Powdered and Granulated Sugars, for sale
yery low by DAVIS & FRO,
No. "a Rowlands Wharf
Mhl4 Foot of Roanoke Square.
, 1866-07-08
kTAl lNg1t,N or &,ik6GlE.

To .how how tleura. NAV he ,nnIe n ,,c
wr ouoIc tbc fni,n,rinv ,rn"r a, Nny % pnu,,na ~ ~.
frmn Co,,ncrhcod nnncr. e' '"">'
,.(lrorpin' viii , manhattan .ho,, in. .,, a.,
ia, about ooe nl,aor'i ~ msnv nau.
!sss 9na oos.sMsn!ictt n A. many etmnalt Taken
Nnaad ABOUT cirt i@cs afo,r iSas II n snT
ohss equal pos,!on Of Tho population Of Tho conn.
~! :. Iu"'saD0 ,,. .'"' .s,
.ss,a ss as a1u anat 'ne '1auss'es OF tno NORTH
nsuI,eah in"lans' os Au'sa4'aa natives, Of
Sa'opean e"an.oa''' "o aeho" SUI small
ss p'opotuoh Of ooth paapers anu criminals,
IN comparison "'sh ocorgla, Thar Georgia
snoNs ~, IN compasi'on VIII Massachusetts,.
AAe ste'l*ties Of paafef'sm tcll not how many
pcop'o necd puolic relief, Tut how many re-
, 1866-07-08
The Kicking Of Naples.


=. Bnusssle, Thutsdny, p:So p. m.--The ax.
King of Naples Las las.iel The following pro.
tlnmntlun.
Al ptefeht, when wat Is about 10 dec,dc auew The
nuee uS = aa . ny s.4o nty T. A.
seit 4. fel!o# ct!i3et etnce I quilted Chilli Iii
y.st. apu ltntu hot ceseetY keep n5 frasf6e az.
u i sst s ss L.: ss .ss III a # th9 t s
,'uel' to,,. tnahls 10 prevent ihsse 3isas!slsT' ii
s,flp sasf pf'y,f,'a w., II 1ts ~ ltSe 'et W ad
tsu' 'tefA!toh. of llUdt fsluH hsG No wIst t},st
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p.ues. tho,n Aots Of tnliulnaNity cG.detnls 10
much 'la moro hteause thu dlIta'ce which, sfpafa.
:ss s ~ aSYrR as n, ,y ~ bs. ,Sa s
- roll 10 c1ncoAl OWL feelings assIfoI 10 iaaf
,Ss, gei " pseo.; = wa p"wctftss 10 Do TO- Nov
you all 10 rot as,de all alstfu aud a,scofd; In.
r!oto yen an whatssot may DO your p4iti.
sa' g a.. op'I!on,, 10 haye only ono am : tho
that end. No QUO can dcs1ro internal d!s.
ten.lons o. er,cstalu tho Idea Of ratr,c,do. In
ny nsmc Ard IN ,tc namo Of tue cona;non coan.sy,
exntft Ill men OF birth. education. experience and
fortune. 10 nsc lhclr at,no. influence 10 p4clylup
opiniont and pasaoEs. snd ID conclatlnR parltcs,
rss sa .n os o knrac We
adsice alao s.vo 10 tho .hols civic guard who arc
armed for ,hat purpose. Whatevor may; 10 she fot.
recommend you 10 sactidso your political tendon.
eer. aLd 70 pn as'do III dats and party nfn|ud!ets.
lot ~ =! .tow !hat concord and slnecEa ps.ernsl
uattyC land. if my hdYC0 fl followed nhAt1 ron.
, 1866-07-08

*quAtters Attack n ToWn-TWo men
MORALLY, and several utnefa Srrious~
1Ys WouDded-O5fs1n Of the Trouble
with the Railroad Company.

$4uAttefN Attack u T0Eu-TW0 nten
MORALLY, and several others ssrious~
". Wounded-05fs1no Of the Trouble
with the Railroad Company
[from the Lawrence tKausas) journal, June soih.l
For weeks and months i most deplorable
state Of feeling i,a. existed between certain
sauatters residing on The railroad lsnds near
William. burg. and Mr.. Williams, tbs pur-.
chaser Of these lands. This feeliDg has found
outward demonstration on the part of the
squattezs hy Tie burning ofTood belonging
quantities, the destruction Of the cellar OF q
house Mr.. williams was building; and other
annoyances and deprcdations that hare been
commit. ed from time to time, besides threats
Of death to eertain parties, not pleasant to
Those difficulties li2ve finally culninated
In IN armed assault which has resulted In
MORALLY Woundfng tWo msa and severely
woundfDg two others. The direct cause Of
these difficulties We understand to be credited
to the following tacts: The Land Conmis-
sfoner Of the Union Pacific Railway, some
months sgo, sold to Mr: Williams tract Of
900. acres Of land In. the vicinity Of Stone
Greek, ten miles west OF Lawrence, for the
sum OF &15, coo. Mr. Williams at once COM
menced improving. "A saw mill WAS buflt7 d:
town laid out, and many improvements made,
There are On portion Of these lands cartain
squattezt, s.id lor- the most part to be despc-.
rate men, who claim that the railroad hafl no
title to the lands, that consequently M. WIl-
ltams can have no title, and that theY are en-
titled to sqnatters' rights upon them. They
consequently seem to hare determined, BY
force and otherwise, to d1spossess Nj. williams
Of them. After series Of disturbances e.
tending througha period of: :sereza1 monthsl
pile belonging to the! railroad con v"
Some Of the catizenaof thA
burg ran ont tot
saye the wood
70, they've
ten,
the
, 1866-07-08

't3 We are to-day further from UNION, further
ilom ftftltmeot. further frum nnal success thsn
we wtEe tesen months ago. the Union Is to-day
aess Union than II Nzs three months aTes the wsr
Vas aeti!ed.'-1rnes.
It waa Just about three months after the
war was ended that johnson introduced his
"polcy" OF reconstruction, and from that
day forward matters have been going, on
from bad to worse. The rebels took new
courage when they found that he was on
their side, and hare steadily grown more
tmpudent, noisy, Tenomous, aud deyll.h
ever s,ncc. Many Of them really begin to
think that their "lost cause" will ere long be
resurrectsd from the aahes Of despatr and
eventually triumph. They believe that John.
sons sympaihics are With the rebels. and that
le Is getting 20 hate the people Of the North.
The onlT thing that dlsgusts them is, tho
short time 1t will be in the power OF Johnson 10
play into thclr hands. II Gen. Grant shall he
elected hia successor, tho5 feel tnstinciiyely
That their little game will be up, and
they VIII be obliged to accept lust such
terms Of rcadmfssion rs President Grant and
q Republican Congress shall choose TO dictate.