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A Brigade of Baltimoreffus—Blockade Movements—Private Property Ap priated by the Federal Forces. Richmond, May 14.—Some 609 Baltimoreans arrived here this even ing, to tender their services to the authorities. They hold a mass meet ing to-morrow night, whett a Mary land Brigade will be formed. The greatest enthusiasm prevails among them, and all are anxious for revenge on the mercenaries of Lincoln. Military movements are progressing quietly. The South Carolina troops will bo mustered into service to-mor row. An expedition has also been fitted out to operate against New Orleans. The New York Herald say3 that there are a number of spies in the Federal army at Washington. The Hessians have sallied out of Fortress Monroe and taken possession of Mrs. Clopton’s farm, about two miles from the fort, near the village of Hampton, and are holdihg it to get water. Movements of Troops. Alexandria, May 14.—The steam er Cahawba passed up past here with tho Second (Jauuecucut ltegiwent, 800 strong. Three more Pennsylva nia Regiments, under Gen. Cadwalla der, are expected via Baltimore. It is said that two privateers have been captured by a frigate near New York. “Ned Buntiine” was arrested by our picket this morning, at the Long Bridge, and brought to town. He was mounted and in uniform. After an examination, he was disarmed and sent back to Washington. St. John’s, May 14.—The steamer Pardua , of the Galway line, has ar rived, with news to the 7th inst., two days later than by the Europa. . Lord John llussell made important statements to the House of Commons on Monday, relative to American af fairs, and the Federal Government committing infringements upon the international laws by collecting dues from foreign ships before breaking bulk. They believed the collection of duties as proposed would be im practicable. The Law officers of the Crown said that so much depended on circum stances, that no definite instructions had been sent relative to Britsh crui sers on the American coast; Relative to blockade, it could Only be recognized when effective. Regarding letters of marque and reprisal issued by the Southern Con federacy, the Government was of the opinion that the Southern Confederacy mast be recognized as belligerents. fBRHT'I.O. Gen. Butler issued a proclamation ordering the troops here to enforce the laws. The authorities, after considerable opposition, surrendered fifteen dray loads of arms to Gen. Butler. The Maryland guards stripped the ar mory of six hundred Minnie muskets and have secreted them. Gov. Hicks requests the loyal citi zens of Maryland to volunteer fottr regiments to defend the Capitol, and serve Abe Lincoln within Maryland. [This traitor to the South has now completely thrown off the mask, and now stands revealed before the people in all his native hideousness. —Ed. Adv.] Harrisburg, May 15.•—Western Virginians say forty-five counties will form a separate State. Two thousand troops from Western Virginia hate been sworn into the service of the Northern government. Washington, May 15. —The gov ernment has accepted two Kansas reg iments for three months and one for three years. Measures are contemplated here for the support of Andy Johnson and friends in Tennessee. It is improbable that an attack will be made on Harper’s Ferry, from Pennsylvania or Maryland without a strong corps from Washington to cut off succor from Southern Virginia. The murderer Sickles, who offered liis Brigade for the war has beett ac cepted. Forts Reilly and Leavenworth have been ordered to be cleared of all who sympathize with secession* New York, May 15.—Anderson left to-day for Cincinnati. The sen timent is general that Washington will be attacked. Alexandria, May 15.—Mysteri ous movements in Washington this morning, At an early hour the Rhode Island regiment was ordered to' hold themselves in readiness to march at a moment’s notice having the caissons of their batteries quietly gathered; Wheeling and North-Western Vir ginia will probably be the next points of the United States occupation. Affairs in Montgomery.- Montgomery, May 15.—1 think that the loan bill, authorizing $50,- 000,000 to be raised by bonds or Treasury notes, v will probably be passed to-day. No direct tax Will be laid at this session, for want of the necessary information regarding the values of property in the different States; but there will be ai pledge to pass such a bill as soon as such infor mation can be obtained. This pieuge cannot however, be redeemable under three or four months, by which time the necessary information will be ob tained. Affairs in Alexandria. Alexandria, May 16.—-TheMary land legislature has adjourned, after appointing a Peace Committee to wait on Presidents Davis and Lincoln; Gov. Hicks, of Maryland, has called for four regiments of militia to obey the requisition of Lincoln. Blair has suspended the mails be tween Memphis The Governors of Pennsylvania and Ohio have pledged their protec tion to the Submissionists of the Pan handle of Virginia against the author ity of the State. There is a reliable report that the small pox has broken out among the Lincoln soldiers in Washington. The reports telegraphed by the As sociated Press, relative to the capture of privateers, are sheer fabrications, concocted in Washington, and intend ed, if possible, to frighten those now getting letters of marque. Place no reliance in subli stories. Alexandria, May 15— P. M.— There were mysterious movements in Washington thismorning. The Rhode Island Regiment was ordered, to be ready to move at a moment’s notice. .The caissons, of theii* batteries were quietly gathered together. • Wheeling and North-Western Vir ginia will probably be the next poiht of Federal occupation. Washington and Alexandria are quiet to-day; We have received BaltirtiUre news of this morning. Ross Winans has been arrested, charged with treason in selling the Baltimore steam guns td the Virginians; I.lontoomery, May 15—9 P. M.—- It is believed that the finance bill (to raise funds for the war) was passed to-day. The tariff bill will be passed before Congress adjourns. The patent right bill will be laid over until next session. New Orleans, May 15;—Advices from Northern Texas state that 800 federa l forces are within Fort Washita, and that the Texans are holding them at bay, with a fair prospect of/drivirtg them away. Important from New York. New York, May IG.—Ringgold’s battery has passed toward Wash ington; Two thousand troops, via Perry ville, have landed at Locust Point; It is supposed that their destination is Washington. It is stated that Gov. Letcher has prohibited the military authorities from giving persons passes to leave Virginia. The Northern War Department estimates that 50,000 troons will have landed at Locust posed that their destination is Wash ington. Baltimore, May 16.—1 tis report ed that seven steamers are coming up the bay. Ifiiportant from Washington. Washington, May 10.—Gen. Scott emphatically approves Gen. Butler’s proclamation. Marshall Kane, of Baltimore, will probably be arrested. A spy was arrested to-day with des patches for Gen. Lee. It is understood that the govern ment is fully prepared to protect the Union men in Western Virginia. It is reported that Winans, of Bal timore, will be sent to Annapolis for trial. , Gov. Hicks says that Maryland will have five regiments next week at the service of the Federal Government. Louisville* May i7.—Keokuk and Quincy papers say that hundreds of Union men have been driven from Missouri by orders of the Southern league. Dr. Lennox, of Liberty, Missouri, has tffeefi arrested and sent to Jeffer son for trial, under the operations of martial law, charged with raising a company of Union toliiflt&'ers; Montgomery, May 18.—Arkansas was admitted, to-day, a member of the Con*ederate States.- A portion of her delegates—Messrs. R. M. JtfhrtsOn, A. Rust, A. H. Garland and W. W. Rust—are here. Mr. H. T. Thompson is expected to arrive to morrow. Alexandria, May 18.—A large quantity and stores from the West* bound to Baltimore, were stopped at Harper’s Ferry yester day. ST. Louis, May 18.—The Federal authorities have.taken several cannon and pistols, and ammunition from the Police Commissioners, and sent them to the Arsenal. Baltimore, May 18.—New batte aies have been erected at Harper’s Ferry. The Postmaster General intends suppressing the steam mail service in all the seceded States. The Ringgold Cavalry were grossly insulted while passing through this city to day. r . - It has been reported that the V lr ginia ‘ troops have been withdrawn from Maryland territory through the remonstrances of Gov. Hicks. Philadelphia, May 18.—The steamer Yankee is reported off Cape Henjopen with a prise steamer m tow/ TH E GEO RGI A. WEEK LY . War Commenced I FIGEcFaTSEWELL’S POINT! BATTERY*OTTHE CONFEDERATE STATES FIRED INTO! LINtfOIITsTEAMER DISABLED! r~ ■ Richmond, May 20.— The battery at Sewell’s Point, eight miles from Norfolk, was fired into on Saturday and again on yesterday; The battery returned thb fire on Sunday tflth great effect. The steamer was completely disabled and made signals of distress. Steam tugs were immediately sent from Fort Monroe and hauled her off. Stoppage of Hails and Express. Alexandria, May 19.—General Mansfield, Lincoln’s commanding of ficer Washington, has issued an order forbidding the Express Compa ny henceforth carrying parcels or let ters South of the Potomac. No Northern papers Or letters came through by mail yesterday or to-day. So We presume that the anticipated stoppage of the mail has taken place. Washington, May 18.—The steam er Cahaba, has arrived, and reports the Harriet Lane as blockading the James and Elizabeth Rivers; the Monticello, York River, and the Qua ker City, Chesapeake Bay. Diplomats here say, that great anxiety is manifested by their Several Governments* as to which section will prove the victors in the present con test. Think* if they are forced to take sides, they will have to look after Cotton and Free Trade. Erigland is disposed to move cautiously, and is trying to make France take the lead. It is Viamored that France has ah Agent traveling through the South. President Lincoln assembled the Cabinet in great haste to-day, and sent for Gen. Butler. The Govefntaent means to deal with Missouri in the same manner as Maryland ; find have determined on taking possession of Hannibal and the St. Joseph Railway. The Government has also concluded to appoint Collectors of Revenue for the Southern Ports—the duties td be collected on board of Men-of-War. The President has authorized Dan iel E. Sickles to raise a Division of 10,000 men within sixteen days, prom ising him a Major Generalship. Ross Winans has been released* he agreeing to do nothing hostile to the Federal Government. ment are enormous, and fears of rais ing sufficient means are entertained. The Federal troops are becoming munitious. Bad fare is assigned as the reason of theii - discontent. The Seventh Regiment, tin Friday night, had a mock funeral over their jdnk. The New York Tribilne is becoming alarmed ; has just learned thiit Vir ginia is full of troops* fully arinet} and equipped. SPECIAL; NOTICES. CASH, iri„all eases, will be required for Job Work, Transient Advertisements, and Spe cial Notices. NOTICES. As many of the former patrons of the Green ville Maso'tiic iTemale College lidve heretofore complained of the difficulty of finding board for their children, the President of tiie College res pectfully gives notice that he has rented the large and commodious building ftnotvti as Campbell's Hotel, and is fully prepared to board pupils at as low a rate as can be obtained any wbSfS: All entrusted to his case will bfc faithfully at tended, and find all the comforts and advan tages of a heme. W.M. HENRY PECK. WANTED TO EIRE 1 A NEGRO MAN to work lit the — Apply to ELI,IS & FREEMAN. 15—ts. GEORGIA, Merriwether County. WHEREAS William Z. Braswell and Wm. B. Smifh, Administrators of the estate of Isaac D. Braswell, deceased, apply to me forfeturs of dismission from said trust: this is therefore to notify all persons interested to be and appear at my office within the time pre scribed fay law, and show cause, if any they have, Why said letters should not be grunted. Given under my hand at O'fftre this the 17lb day of May, 1861. F. KENDALL, may 22-6 m 0. M. C. GEORGIA. Merriwether Connty. VITtiEREAS William B. Smith, AdmiriiStm- YY tor on the estate of William J. Lambert, deceased, represents that he ' s fully and faith fully administered said estate and applies for letters of dismission from said trist : this is therefore, td notify all persons interested to fee and appear at my office within the time pre scribed by law and .-how cause if any exists, fifty said letters of dismission should not be granted. _ • - Given under my hand at office this thd 17tb day of May. 1861. F. KENDALL. ; may 22-6 m O- M. C NOTICE. TWO months after date application will be made (o the Court of Ordinary of Merri wether County for leave to sell the lands and negroes belonging to the estate of Alexander Malcom, late 6'f said county, deceased. . JAMES a. RONE, Admr. May 17th, 186 L m2 2-2 m ALL those indei t- and to the estate of Barnett Malcom, late of Merriwether County, de ceased, are fiereby notified to make immediate payment. And those having demands against said estate are to present them ttl terms of th* law. JAMES A. RONE, Admr. May 17th, 1861. ™'2l- 6, u Country Produce. CASH paid for .Chickens, Turkeys, D«f»kfc Butfor sb4 Egg* «t ths of this pop«- NEW PIBURWG MILLS! AT TROUP FACTORY. TnS NEW FLO amo MILLS, at Troup Facteiy, having the latest improved SMUT MILL and CORN CLEANER attached to the Machinery, are now finished. Diiriag the dry Summer month* the mills wilt run at night when necessary. Persons living at a distance, bringing GRAIN TORE GROUND, and WOOL TO BE CABBED, «itn have all done at night, proving that “Time it Money.” WOQLCkfIDS in One Order. Persons liv ing beyond LaGrange -or ort ihe Railroad, ran deposit WOOL with Groeery Merchants at La- Grange. O'ur wagons will carry Wool and Rolls. THOMAS LESLIE, Agent. P. S.—We will BARTER Itry Goods and Groceries for Wheat, Corn, Bacon and other eatables. [ls-2rn.] T. h. GROCERIES & HARDWARE. HUGH E. MALONE Tjespeclfiilly solicits the custom Os his old.and -•A new patrons at his well known stand at the Post Office. Sjgar, Coffee, Syrup, Tobacco, Cigars, Boots dcShdes, Guns, Iron Ware, Powder, Shot, Lead, Soatp, Oils, Candles, V'iyte fjead, and the usi frlralfnt eties of at,, Class fcb , stor'e. .. Rochas also a splendid assortment OF GAP-RETSON’S LONG ISLAND The cheapest. Ard the best, when we cona*Jfr the quality and quantity .in every paper. As he pAy's cash for his goods he is obliged, to ask the siime of his paltons. J-'y- lv : ff/H. RIdiARDS, IjMli Seller Siitiimter* AND DEALER IN Sheef Music k Musical Instruments Generally, LAGRANGE, GA; IRESI'ECTFULUY isrvite the Citizens of MerriwetheraistfUiff w'joiningeoiinties to my large and well .-assorted stock of College; School, Medical and Books, nl.* o Prince’s, Ma&on .ajid .'Hamlin’s, and Foster’s Harmoneons aucK'Sfelcufeons. Together with Boardman, Gray i&GoV And Newman’s justly celebrated Piano Folses/ Melodeons from 175 to 500** Always on hand, all the new music for tb'fc 'Plano. Sheet music mailed free of expense. 'Materials for Oil, Grecian arid Opaque Painting. Y :‘* All orders thankfully received and promptly attended to. R. H. RICHARD*. 2 ly. Doctor F. 0. Dannclly,. PHtSljj' ~~*>«BsySON, ds.y - • and desire*. . life are de*<Bgfe He is • .. . -«fi the u Giaiits of jfe*. *-/xten&ive Libra ay— a cofnpletti TJase of~B<7rgical Instruments, with ali the most approved Appliances for re lieving deformities, &c.. and tenders to bis friends and the public generally (he benefits of all the vast improvements in Medical and Surgical Sci ence. Call at his Residence. 1-ly DR. J. B. HAREISS; GREENVILLE, GA., Practitioner in Medicines, Wbolesufo A Retail Dealer in Drugs.Medicinps, Chemicals, Fine Toile, Soaps, Pe; turnery. Fas-i-y Toilet Articles, Glass, FijAttv Paints, Oils, Varnishes, Dye Stuff-, Fine Brandy.’?, Wines, Ker nsiueOil,Tobacco, Cigars. Ac. All of which i will Sell eitremeiy lififr for CASI! nr approved credit. Tire cash is preferred. Farmers' and Physicians' orders Solicited. A friAh supply of Gardpr.JSfcd just received 1-ly. A. D- CRAVER, Pint & Jitjttflt glare, GREENVILLE, GA, Fine Brandies* Select Grocfertfc*, Wines, Cigars, Sardines, Tobacco, " Nails, Oranges, Apples, Snuff, Soda, ~.».„Cider> - Lemon Syrup, •/£•._ All of which he will sell at astoundingly low prices. I’iease to give Min a call—you wil. find him at the south corner, V. his old stand always at his post. 1-1? buggies, Wagons, BLACKSMITH WORK Os every kind, and §IEH PAINTING, Plain and Ornamental, done in Superior style at the Carriage Factory of G. G. HOWARD. 3— ly Greenville, Ga. IsotfTHERN ENTERPRISE! I THF undersigned having, with a view to profit, «nd commercial independence, pur chased the TANNERY in tlikj place, ate desir ous of purchasing a stfppiy Ot BARE St HIDES. They ask the people to aid them in this enter prise by saving; all (hi Bark and Hide?, for which they will pay the highest prices in CASH Now show your patriotism by saving the Bark and Hides, and we -will furnish the L<-ath»r,and gwa, ELLIS k FREEM AN. GrAnviUc, March 18, 1861. 7-ts BLANKS, OF every description on hand and printed to, order at the shortest notice at this office. * Justices of the Peace. Ordinaries, Sheriffs, and otby* in want will pleas* tak* do* notie* and govern tbemeelv** secordißgiy- ' j isroxioE l LL parson* having demand* (gainst the ei- X tat* of John W. Wall*, laMof Merriwetber >unty, deceased, are requested to present th* me to th* subscriber, duly authenticated, itliin time prescribed by law. All those in ibted to said estat* are bereby notified to akc immediate payment. Apnl, 1 llh, 1861. WI. H. HINTON, Il~6w. Adm’r. LAND! LAND!! LAND!!! nek THE undersigned offer for sale the iIL Plantation of the late Joseph Moore, •ceased, lying in the Bth District of Merri wether County, and containing about 400 ■res of good Oak and Hickory Land, and adjoins th* plantations of Col. W. R. Fa ir, A. J. Jones and others. It is in as good neighborhood as any in the State. For terms apply to titber of the subscribers, J. V. MOORE, 10-tjan C. W. HOWARD. TATE OF GEORGIA, I TO ALL WHOM Merriwether County. } it may concern. Notice is hereby given that tiro months from is date ! shall apply to the Court of Ordinary ' said County, for leave to resign my trust a* uardian for Sarah L. Franklin, minor. J. J. HUSSEY. April Ist, IBGI. lAWSON,, GILBERT & BGKR, ' - Whitehall Street, Atlanta, IMPORTERS and Wholesale and Retail dealers in IARDWARE, CUTLJjR V, GUNS, IRON AND STEEL, Also Cook, Parlor and Office 3TOVBB, Farmers’ & Mechanics’ Tools, OF ALL, KINDS. Leather and llubber Belting, -.OW FOB. CASH I 10-ly ji jj VA *'e-r v os fl )) & Printing- & ( MUINBRy KOOIS MRS. J. BORING, Atlanta, has just opened a magnificent U assortment of articlts in the Milinery lade. I sfrlhs Sonnets flf the latest style, Rich Trimmings, Laces, Bdgings, Ac., Ac. AH exceedingly cheap. 9 The citizea? of Merriwether are respectfully Bnvited to call at her Millinery Room's, Whitehall Street, I io~3nt. Atlanta. ' SOUTHERN COTTON PACKER! TiHI? SCREW was invented by R. G. Wii- JL liamj, of Georgia, and is decidedly th* aost convenient and durable Screw now in use. t can be worked fay hand or horse power, The ntire cost of this Screw wiii not exceed $125. tny planter wishing to build a Screw that will ust his life time will please apply to the under .tgned for the right. J. N. BURTON, 2-ly WarneruilU, Merriwether Cos., Ga. §liing:ies! The undersigned having located at Williarnsvillc, Pike. County, Ga., begs leave to sav to those interested in b ilding; hatthey'ean be supplied by calling on him, Stt be rate of $2.35 per thousand at the pile. Orders filled at short notice. . WM. W. BEAUCHAMP February 17th, 1861. 3-ly Macon and columbus shiet ings, Osnafaurgs, Cotton Yarns, and Geor gia Stripes, for sale by 1-ly HARRIS & JACOBSOH. 3STBW <3-0033^1 FOR SPRING TRADE 18 6 11! subscribers have received a very hand some assortment of rhich will be sold on reasonable terms t* jrompt paying ereditynstomers, or for Cash. Give our stock of Dry Goods an examination jefore making your purchases. HARRIS <t JACOBSON. Greeuvilie, March 15th, 1861. 1- ly ELLIS & SIMONTON Respectfully inform the public 'hat they art now receiving their SPRING STOCK, consist ing of Staple and Fancy \mi Mi©s* SOOTS Sc SHOES, U y IIHI ’i Si AND BONNET MATERIALS,] H-A.TS, Sc&.i Also a good stock of HABDWABE, consist ing of Pocket and Table Gtltlery, Carpenters Tools, Grain Cradles aid Scythes, Shot Guns, Knob and Stock Locks, Hinges, Ac. Also SADDLEEY, harness, and a variety of other goods. All of which #4 will sell on reasonable terms for cash or prompt paying customers. Cal! and examine our stock. BOOTS AND SHOES! L ADIES’, Gents’ and Children’s Boots and