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Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-05-02
NEW GOODS.

lust received Fresh Stock Of Groceries a,
~ lowest prices for Cash, by ". EBl.
DRIED Peaches and Apple, Sugar Cured Hams
D-Prime lot, for sale by W. EBY.
DREAKFAST Bacon and SLoulder.-in good
ID order, Tor sale by W. EBl.
EREEN Corn, Potatoes. Salad OIL for sale b.
" April II, 1870. ". EBY.
('0D Fish, Herring and Maekrel, for sale b.
\ Feb. q. W. EBY.
lava, Laguyrs and Rio Coffee as low a. th,
- lowest, for sale by ". EBY.
DKOwN and White Sugar. ius, received end
ID for sale by W. EBY.
SfRUPs from 50 cents up, Tor sale BY
> w.EBY.
SEA Moss Farinc-ihe cheapest and best article
y for making Blanc Manages, Pgddings &C.
". :. MASON.
4 MOTHER lot Of Little sallie Cigars, jus, re-
April II, 1870. VS.. NAsoY.
OLD Black Berry Wine. -four wears old. VIII.
Y, k'e.' Brandies, Wines, &c, Tor medicinal pur-
April II, 1870. VS.. MASON.
4 NlcElot Of Blank Books which We are sell.
y Ing very cheap
April IL, 1870. VS. MASON
STATIONERY.-T invite an inspection By all Of
- my very select stock Of Stationery. ard am
sure can sell al prices that viii suit The times
". ). MASON.
Two COUNTRY NERCHANTS.-Ga am bowpre-
Il pared 70 furnish Oil Essences, Paregsrje.
Laudangm, 6c.-to country merchants AZ Rail-
more prices, and will save all who call upon ne
the freight from Baltimore 70 this point Give ne
call and be convinced. W. s. MASON
CENuiNE French Backing at l5c per Boz a,
" March II. ~. s. NhsOT 4 d
WlZZARD OIL for Rheumatism, Neuralgi,
w &c. for sale by W S gtS0y1'
HAVE opened my stock Of Garden Seed, and
l warrant them fresh and genuine. All can 20
LOT themselves BY calling at my store.
MaIch =. W. 5. MASON.
UST RECEIVED large stock Of smoking
~ ana OheWing Tobacco. Also d hne lot Of So
gars. AlsQUITH WASHINGTON.
| S00 FBET Window Glass Of good quality
ArSQUiTH & WASHINGTON.
Apples, Peaches and Che
w ries, Vinegar, Potatoes, Onion Sets, Com.
Try soap, Rags, Bees Wax, Butter and Egg, inox
change for merchandise az the lowest cash nrieo.
Mar 2s, 1870. KEARSLEY sHEERRR,
NEW G00DS.-spring Calicoes, Bleaebed ,,d
y Brown Cotton, for sale by
laF. %, 1870. KEARSLEY SHEFRFR
GUM SH0ES.-We have inst r.csivod &c..
~ slze Ladies Shoes and Sandals; Also ueny
Shoes fresh from the Mandatory, at low prices,
WlND0w sHADEs.-A handsome assor,.
w nent OF Green, Pearl and Brown windoa
oh,aes and all the necessary Fixtures, for sale bv
Aarch %, 1870. KEARSLEY a. SHEERER.
NORTH CAROLINA TAR .-Best North Gro.
i lima Tar IL Kegs, for ssle by
April is. EEARSLEY sHEERER.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-05-02
Gents Boots and Shoes.

Nh ID I'D VI dIs.......-. : % 70 , W
Infants and Childreu's Shoes and Ankle Ties at
all prices to suit. All work guaranteed, and re-
paired free o. charge.
CLOTHING At ALL PRICES.
Cheap 90 to 90
Vests all wool Is TO rs
Hats and Caps, straw and wool, all Of the latest
styles. Don't forget to call at the '.OH SEE!"
Cheap Bod She and Clothing House,
Adjoining the residence OF Humphrey Keyes, ESQ.
where YOU can buy 50 per cent. cheaper than else
where, and save money.
5. HAMBURGER.
Charlestown, May 2, lsIO.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-05-02

CHILD ForND.-Ou Ia t Friday newly born
male child was found on the premises in rear
of the store Of Mr.. John Jenkins on Water
street. 1t had It's jugular vein severed in order
to produce death more quickly, and had been
thrown into the town run by some inhuman
monster. The verdict Of the coroner's inquest
was that it had come TO its death,at the hands
Of persons unknown. An examination proved
thatit was a mulatto child.
On Friday afternoon a negro woman was
arrested by the authorities. upon suspicion Of
having committed this barharous act, bat she
was dismissed by Justice Besore, on bis opiu-
ion nothing having been elected that would
warrant him in sending her on for further ex-
animation - Winchester Netcs.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-05-02

DERUyIAN Syrup or Protected Solution of
Protoxide Of Iron. This well known remedy
has been found very beneficial in Liver Complaint.
Dropsy, Neuralgia, Nervous Affections. Los OF
Appetite, Languor and Depression Of Spirits-also
a popular remedy in all diseases peculiar b. fe-
males, for sale by G.. T. BELLER
Harper's Ferry, April Is.
CUYS0TT'S Improved Extract Of Yellow Dock
VI and Sarsaparilla. the original and only gen.
uine preparation for the permanent cure Of Scro-
fula, Rheumatism, Syphilis. White Swelling. Gu
taneous eruptions, Ulcers, Erysipeas, and all dis
eases having their origin in the blood. orsale BIZ
April Is C. Z. BELLER.
itch! Itch. Itch! Scratch Scratch Scratch !
i Hieskell's Ointment will cure Itch and all dis
eases Of the skin for old Sores Scald Head Ring
worm and letter tis never known to fail
April Is. G. Z. BELLER.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-05-02

DERUvI4y SYRUP just received BY
AlSQUIfH 4 WASHINGTON.
IVFTY gallons pure Meats Foot OIL at a reduced
IL price, just received by
April Is. AlsQUITH & WASHINGTON.
II INDSEY'S Blood teacher Just received bv
La AISQCITH 4 WASHINGTON
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-05-02
Public Sale.

WILL sell at Public Sale, oa the farn o. MT.
| +. p. Frame, three miles ron Cnar'c'soh NJ %
Thursday the 9Th of May,ls7o.
The Following Property, ;o-wit:
One Mahogany Sideboard,
Two pairs of Mahogany Dining Tables,
One Lounge. one Mahogany hat haoR'
One large China Press, two Chests OF Drawers,
Two Mahogany wardrobes, one Maple d.,
Two Mahogany Bureaus,
One Mantel Mirror, two Wall do, Small do.
Four Bedsteads, one Ohild's Redstead,
Three Washstands, two Corner Cupboards,
One Book Case. several Rocking Chairs,
Arm Chairs and other Chairs,
Three Small Tables, two Morning Glory Stoves
Two Alright Stoves. one Refrigerator,
One Meat safe a lot of Lard Cans and FirEins,
iron Pots. Pans and Kitchen Utensils generally,
One Neal and Flour Box, Glass Ware,
Tin Ware, China Ware, and Crockery Ware
ALSO,
Horses. Cows, Hogs, Wagons.
HARNESS. &C, AS FOLLOWS:
Five head Of Horses-two of them good Car.
riage Horses.
Four Cows-three of them with Calves by
their sides.
Two two-horse Wagons and Beds,
One Jersey Wagon with Top,
One set Double Wagon Harness,
Two sets Double Carriage Harness,
Six Hogs-nine months Old
One Chester Sow and Pigs,
ALSO,
200 BARRELS OF CORN ~ THE EAR,
BARRELS OF 0FFAL CORN,
ONE STACK OF GLOVER HAY,
TWO STACKS OF TIMOTHY HAY.
TERMS OF SALE-All sums of Ten Dollars
and under. Cash. Over Ten Dollars, credit OF
Six Months will be given. bond and approved Sc
curity required, with interest from date. Nopro-
perty 20 be removed until terms are complied with.
70 Sale to begin at 10 o'clock, A. NJ. promptly.
A. r. II. RANSOM, Agent.
J. D. Pot;erfeld, Auctioneev.
MAY ?, 1870.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-05-02
Potatoes.

TARLY ROSE, Early Goodrich and ether Seed
IL Potatoes, warranted pure; Sweet Potato Set.
Broom Corn Seed English Lawn Grass seed
White Glover, also full stock Of Fresh Garden
Seeds from the best growers, for sale by
NcCURDY DUKE.
NEW Brunswick and Norway Oats, for sale BY
~ ncCURDY & DUKE.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-05-02
CONSTABLE'S SALE.

TIVE undersigned will sell at public sale, at the
i residence of John W. Hurst, on
THURSDAY MAY 3, 1870,
The following Property Of John W. Hurst to sat
isiy Executions in my hands against him:
Two Mules. one Mare, one Cows
Wagon and Gearing, &c.
TERMS-Three Months Credit.
Apr. %, 10. TH0S. JOHNSON, Spec'l Con.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-05-02
DECLES


NERRIMACK, Carter and Cusco Seed Pota-
vi toes. Croasdale. Maryland, Eureka. Burger
Butt. Turner'S Excelsior and other Fertilizers.
For sale by JAS. LAW. HOOFF.
NORTH CAROLINA TAR. Dirt Scoops. Blast
~ ing Powder, Gun Powder Fuse shot and
Bar Lead, for sale by JAS. LAW. HOOFF.
4 NlMAL Foxes. Thermometer Churas. Ham
n pers, Tubs, Buckets, &c, for sale by
JAS. LAW. HO0FF.
DLANDl'S Steam Engines and Threshing Ma
I'D chimes, for sale by JAS. LAW. HOOFF.
w Fed Annihilater, for sale by
w JAS. LAW. HOOFF.
WINDOW Glass and Putty. Rope, Rome Hal.
W tiers, Machine and Sash Cord for sale by
JAS. LAW. HOOFF.
IRON Clad Whitewash Brushes for sale By
JAS. LAW. H0OFF.
u OUND Top Cement for sale by
II April Is. JAS. LAW. HOoFF.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-05-02
SPRING GOODS:


VOWEL BRO, have received their fret
III instament of Spring Goods which vcrr
bought with all the advantage OF the late decline
and will be sold correspoEtingy low for the CASH
April {, 1870.
(,RUSHED. GRADUATED. Coffee and Brown Su
\ gars Rio aud Laguyra Coi!ees, Maccarou.,
Cheese and Crackers just received and for sale by
HOWELL & BRO.
AIACKEREL and Herring in Barrels = Barrel.
wi and Kits. Soap. Starch, Spices Candle. AID
HOWELL 4 BRO.
StPRTNG Prints, new and beautiful pattern. and
- low in price, Brown ald Bleachcd Cuiiols
Shifting Stripes and Ginghams, for sale by
April (, 1870. HOWELL BRO.
C,0RSETS.-E size, White and Colored, of
X the best quality, warranted whalcbone, ju.i
received BY KEARSLEY 4 SHEERER.
Jan. II, 1870.
WAGON, Carriage and Riding Whips for sole
w By JAS. LAW. HO0FF
March Il, 1870.
T ANDRETH'S GARDEN SEED just received
| 4 and for sale By JAS. LAW. IIOOFF
DCMPS-new supply Of Ci,tern PumPs ior sale
by JAS. LAW. HOOFF.
UAND. Power and Pocket Corn Shelters for
4 sale By JAS. LAW. HOOFF
MAY, Straw and Fodder Cutters best in mar
4 < Ket-IOf sale bY Jas. LA ". HOoff.
-CHERMAS'S a Champion Cloihe. wrinEer for
- sale by JAS. LAW. NOOfE
SIl0E Findings for sale by
> JAS. LAW. HOOFF
GARDEN Forks, Rakcs, Hoes and Spades far
VI salc by JAS. LAW. HOOFF.
March 81, 1870.
L NITTING COTTON.-The very best quality
N of Beached, Uubleachcd aud Blue Mixed
Knitting Cotton for sale By
II 0SK0O, the great Blood Cleanser. for sale by
IN AlSQUITH a WASHINGTON.
CEA Moss Farine for making Blanc Mango, pud-
- dings, Pies, DC. just received.
AlSQUITH 4 WASHINGTON.
L'LAGG's Instant Relief and Hamlin's Wizard
L Oil-the great Neuralgia and Rheumalism
remedies. AISQUITH d WASHINGTON.
4 COMPLETE assortment OF Soaps, Perfume
n ~, Fancy Goods, Hair, Nail ard Tooth
Brushes and Dressing Combs.
March 7. AISQUITH 4 WASHINGTON.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-05-02
INCIDENT, ETC.

Just before Mr.. Aylett entered the Capitol
he was conversing with friend about the
death Of Hugh r. Peasants, and remarked on
leaving: " We are all passing away
Both branches Of the General Assembly
held a session at the Exchange Hotel, merely
meeting aud adjouruing until tomorrow at
twelve o'clock, to avoid any interruption in the
proceedings. 1t is believed that the capitol
will now be abandoned as a public institution.
1t was built in 1892, and is now seventy-eight
years old.
RICHMOND, April 29.-Major Calvert. ex-
STATE treasurer, is dying, as is also " t. Dun
ham, Of New York, both victims Of the late
disaster.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-05-02
SUPERIOR GRAPES.

HAVE Choice Variety Of Grape Vines. among
/ them the CONCORD, which I will dispose OF
at my nursery at Mrs. Geo. Il. BealPs. I can be
seen there at anytime, orders left at Free Press
Office viii be promptly attended 70. Terms very
reasonable. WI ROWE.
April Is, lsTo-3t.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-05-02

the Confederate Congress; now practicins law
at Lynehburg. lie is son-in-law OF Hon. Z.
J. Faulkner.
Col. G. W. Brent of Alexandra, was Adju-
,ant General TO Gen. Joseph E. Johnston dur
ing the war.
Rush Burgess is Collector Of Internal Reve-
nue. for Richmond
W. d. Chesterman is connected with the
Richmond Enquirer as reporter.
A private telegram from Richmond says the
Court was about to deliver an opinion in favor
Of Ellyson, one Of the Judges dissenting, as
the floor fell.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-05-02
A TOUCHING INCIDENT.

Mr. Joynes tells the following touching in
cjieRt concerning Dr. Brock; was sitting
behind DR.. Brock and fell under him. lay
with my mouth to his cheek, and could feel
him growing cold. He asked my name. l
told him who | was when be said. lam
dying: tell my poor wife how much | loved
her, and thought Of her in my last moments"
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-05-02

kilograms Of sympathy offering help for the
afflicted arc coming in from all parts Of the
country \ citizen of New York has given
authority TO a gentleman here to draw on him
for a 81 900 for the relief of the sufferers. 4
telegram from Alexandria announces the
death from sorrow of Mrs Brewis, wife of one
of the victims
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1870-05-02
DISASTER at RICHMOND.

We take from the Baltimore papers the foi-
lowing details Of the frghtful disaster at the
State Capitol, in Richmond, on Wednesday
morning, where and when SIXTY persons
were Killed, and more than hundred wounded.
RICHMOND. April 27.-There were hundreds
assembled in the room of the Court Of Appeals
70 hear TIE decision in the MayOralty case
wien the floor gave way and precipitated them
upon the Conservative caucus then sitting IN
the bah Of the Horse Of Delegates below
A, this hour it is impossible to ascertain the
extent Of the injuries Among the killed are
p r. Ayle,t. Jr.. a distinguished lawyer; DR.,
J. 2. Brock. Reporter Of the Enquirer and Ex-
,,sipcr Samuel Eaton, Clerk Of Mayor Ca
boop Capt. YIN. A. Chartres, Chief Of the
Fire Department; y. P. Howard. lawyer; Ash
levy merchant; Lewis y. Webb, Charles
Watson. Hugh Hutchison, - Schofeld, bro
,hc- Of General Sohofeld f. II. Maury, Jr.;
Senator Blandc, colored conservative, and Pow
hatan Roberts. 1t is supposed twenty mem
hers Of the Legislature arekilled and wounded.
The Judges Of the Court Of Appeals escaped
uphur.. Ex-Gov. Wells was badly injured
LII Chandler, Counsel for Cahoon, badly in
iurei. Jas. Neeson and Judge Meredith, coun-
sci Tor Euyson, badly hurt. About 200 per-
sons killed and wounded. Gov Walker safe.
-. r,,..;o,,,ors .oF the nisss+e1.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1870-03-14
PERSECUTION OF THE JEWS.

There was a meeting of Jewish citizens held
Yesterday at the residence OF Mr. Howes to organize
Hebrew Relief Association to aid poor Israeltes who
driven hher by the prosecutions in Prussia Two humid
red have arrived recently Mr. Thomas H. Keesing
cuoied the chair and Mr. s. Isaacs acted as Secretary
Mr. p j. Joachimsen made address, setting forth the
necessity that existed al present for such society aud
moved that committee OF seven be appointed to collect
subscriptions and carry out the purposes OF the meet
Ing Mr.. NJ. Elnger hoped that branch societies would
he organized the country and to that end he
recommended that the committee have power to add TO
their number. The committee appointed consists OF
Messrp Theo A. W. Kohn VI. Elnger. p ]. J0achimsen
RI IT. Hertz, Abraham Cohen, j. j. Solomon. and the
chairman Subscriptions amounting to s325 were taken
up after which the meeting adjourned
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1870-03-14
ARREST OF CoUNTERFErTERs.

At an early hour last evening, five men
closely mufled walked rapidly up Man-st, Brooklyn
They belonged the Secret Service oshe United states
and their leader was Col II. c. Whitley, Chief OF the
staff For several weeks past this officer and his detec
tves have watched closely certain house in Brooklyn
where they believed gang OF counereters had estao
sed headquarters for the purpose of carrying on their
unlawful occupation 10 was to these premises mo ~
YorsD that the men destined last evening Every
man was well armed, and arriving at the place they
were posed to the inmates sho aid they AT
tempt to escape Colonel accompanied bv an Italian
assembled the steps at the front door ana
knocked three times All silent for few moments.
officers advanced and as they did 80 DOt
was Withdrawn and into the dark hallway the Onlcers
The door shut and locked immediately, ana
footsteps heard on the basement stars Inc sgha
had been given correctly, and the counereters were
coming 10 receive those whom they supposed were
friends The Colonel and his assistants stood waiting
with their reyolyers cooked At last light was struck
and five barrels of shining steel were leyeed at four
dusky forms standing not yard away IN the gloom A
few suppressed Oaths were uttered as The handeu1s
locked with click
search was made, and the detectives were rewarded
BY finding all the tools used by the cOuuereters. and
also a bag and a trunk filed with bogus nickel COINS vi
five aud three cent denominations.
The interpreter obtained the names or the gang, VINO
proved to he Italians, as follows: Antonio Cattueca
Marco, Belafre. and Geo. Bigado.
the officers were taking their prisoners TO tue STATION
House BagadO, who was a powerful man. tripped the
person who had him in charge, and escaped leaving
mart of his coat reward will be offered in all prOba
by for his arrest today. The prisoners were locked
viii be taken before the United states Commissioner to-
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1870-03-14
NAVAL ABUSES.
or OF The Tribune

To The Editor Of The Tribune.
SIR; THE TRIBUNE of Feb. IL contains an
admirable article from the pen OF correspondent In
Washin gon relative to the of Line officers OF the
Navy compared with those OF the Army. The question
OF retrenchment Is being strongly agtaed throughout
ovcrtaxed country, and the people demand dimnu.
ton of the host OF nominal officials who are busy
engaged in drawing their pay and fattenng Ia their soft
aud easy positions shore.
Tho Office OF PortAdmirai created by Admiral
Porter without law precedent. imitation OF
old English custom. and great additional expenditure
OF the public moneys Is required to support this ariso
cratic institution. For instance At Boston there il Il
retired RcarAdmiral nOmHGHy on that duty who draws
(,u pay but resides ut in Of the Middle States,
retaining his staff" officer with the rank OF Ma
In the Army beside number Of minor officials Until
recently the PorAdiral has had his flag bosed on the
old receiving ship Ohio but much unpleasant inquiry
was excited that few days ago the flag was hauled
down: the POrtAdmiral however stu draws his pay lat
hOmej, ana his expensive staff Ia still supported. Each
naval station has q PortAdmiral. In addition to the
COmmandant of tho Navy Yard who IL either Rear
Admiral Commodore. In New-YOrk he Ia provided
with elegant yacht OF over 500 tuns burden, fully
manned and equipped, and commanded by Commander
IN tho Navy frank corresponding to that of Lieutenant
Colonel the ARMY and on his Immediate stan is an
other official with the corresponding rank OF Colonel III
the Army What the duties Of this horde Of officials are
s.a query the part OF your correspondent.
Boston, N0ss, Feb. l6 1870. AIA&PAfER.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1870-03-14

WOMAN SUFFRAGE IN MINNESOTA
AN ATTEMPT TO FORCE THE ISSUE OK THE
PEOPLE.
Gov. Auytin of Minnesota gave his reasons
for declining to sign the Woman Suffrage bill Ia the fol
lowing paragraph:
Section of grtce OF the State Constitution provides
who shall be voters" in this State and section OF
article IA provides that no amendment prepared DIV the
Legislature shall be adopted unless majority OF voters
present and voting shall have ratified the same The
word voters used In the section last cited, means
defined in the first section referred to- This bill
proposes to test the question in manner not within the
Constitution There is yet but little evidence or
manifestation of any public sentiment among the people
at large in this State in favor Of the proposed change
and is attempted by this act to force the question upon
the people, and naugurate campaign upon an issue
which they have not made, and In which they have
the Constitution in some of its provisions and prcna
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1870-03-14
'NEw-YoRK DAILY TRIBUNE, MONDAY. MARCH IA, 1870.

an, eminr-t Catholic layman. can only express my
adhesion 10 free UNCONVENTIONAL system. the only
system consisen, with the rights OF conscience under
Repnbc in which an re equal The objections to "a de.
nominations system arr ist soctarian bitterness al,
desirnvin srooJon, %, J.a, In regard to the first
IL E so abn.ed an To- need little con- uen with regard TO
the second there IL not the slightest niger OF IT, Let
the tax be gathered just now make rnuc uon W
minimum standard obligatory. Having tasted re sweets
OF knowledge this nation will Dcter give II up. Gye 10
such denominations require IL equal per capita Ir
the number Of children the State actually in their
schools let the State examine all the teachers I'm certain
fixed branches of secular studies control all tho eachors
in matters not spiritual by tho same fixed laws OF
school discipline exact the Same STANDARD or scholar
ship from all the schools Of secular science. What Is
wanting preserve every good feature OF the present
systeml Freedom OF education maintained; scholar
ship maintained religion preserved the rights OF con-
science respected. HEB
Detroit Feb 10, 1870
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1870-03-14
THE EXPEDITION AGAINST THE PIEGANS
CoNGRATULAToRY ORDER OF LIEUT.-GEN. SHEER
IDAN.

CoNGRATULATORY ORDER OF LIEUT.-GEN. SHEER
IDAN.
CHICAGO, March 13.-Lieut Gen. Sheridan
yesterday issued the following general ORDER
The Lieutenant General commanding this Military Dis
trIct takes pleasure in announcing to his command the
complete OF detachment OF the I'd Cavalry and
the 18th Infantry under command of Brcvet Col Baker
the 22d Cavalry against band OF Piegan Indians III
Montana
These Indians whose proximity TO the British line has
furnished them an easy and safe protection against
attack have hitherto murdered and stolen with compare
tive impuny in defiance aud contempt OF the authority
OF the Government. After having been repeatedly
warned they have at last received carefully prepared
and well merted blow. In the middle OF winter, WIN
the thermometer below zero, and when experience Ied
them to believe they could not be reached the blow fell
one hundred and seventy-three Indians were Killed.
three hundred horses captured and the village ana prop
erty OF band totally destroyed The Northumberland
cannot commend TOO highly the spirit and conduct OF the
troops and their commander; the difficulties aud hard
ships they experienced in the ncemency or the weather.
and OF results OF TINS severe but necessary
and well merted punishment OF these Indians he con-
graduates citizens Of Montana upon the prospect OF