Fremont journal. [volume] (Fremont, Sandusky County [Ohio]) 1853-1866, 1861-05-24
LAST NIGHT,s REPoRT.

resented. Great enthusiasm The Convention
favors unconditional Uuion denounces secession
and asks the State TO Support the Government.
The following returns from the Virginia cleo
ton have been received: Grafton county 429
against and for secession; Wheeling gives
1885 against and 80 for secession; Parkcrsburg
800 against and ~ for secession; Mortinsburg
gives 700 minority against secession; Taylor
county gives 700 Union majority, Harrison about
900 Union majority, Wood county about 600
Union majority, Preston strongly Union.
Special to Commercially
Washington, May 23.-It is rumored that the
President has declared to prominent persons
that there will be no invasion of rebel States be-
fore autumn This report is not entitled TO ere
dence in view of what's known of the plans of
the Administration. Probably the extreme
South will not be approached during hot wealth
err but offensive operations will be speedily un-
dertaken in Virginia. 1000 rebel troops are in |
Alexandria to-day during the election. No one /
dared vote for Union.
Special to Post says, all troops here received
fresh orders this morning TO be ready to march
at moments notice. A large number oftroops
are expected here during the week.
Philadelphia May 23-Two Ohio Regiments
under Gen. Book, lately encamped here, started
south this morning by rail.
New York, May 23.-A letter from an officer
of the Monticello says rebels put five holes into
her, and two men were wounded.
About 20 of our bank officers held meeting
to-day in reference to the Government loan to
be awarded on Saturday. Most of them prefer
bidding for the bonds at 6j to sc; several are in
favor of 81 to SO. About $3,000000 will proba- |
bly, be made up at Sc. Ultimate disposition of
the greater part of the loan will undoubtedly be
in Treasury Notes at par.
A slight fire occurred to-day in the office of
the Surveyor of this port Rumored it was an
incendary attempt, with design to destroy
documents there,
$4,000 worth of bank notes on the Whitfield
bank, Dalton, La. seized to-day.
The Kentucky Stone State brought party of
refugees from Virginia in destitute condition.
Advices from Missouri state that the Legsla-
ture before adjournment, provided for the pay
ment of the interest on the State bonds due in
June.
The ship, John Jarvis, Of Boston, was captur-
ed by New Orleans Privateer at Balize week
since.
Baltimore, May 23.-It understood at Fort Monroe
at Sewas Point whilst effective land force would go
in small tugs to effect landing and capture the battery at
/ all hazards.
There is great difficulty in landing at Old Point in con-
sequence of the number Of vessels there prizes, &C.
British ship Albion went ashore Cape Henry, and
will be total loss The Virginans having removed the
Cape Henry Light and built FIRE the beach halfa
mile away deceived the Captain, causing the disaster.
Louisville May 23-Capt John W. Albert arrived here
yesterday, an undiscosed mission from the Federal
Government
Washington, May 23-special to Post says, it is ru-
mored that the New York Fire Zouayes have received
ders to occupy Arlington Heights This movement is
supposed to have references to operations the v
ginia rebels.
The Michigan regiment is ordered to be ready 70 march
| at any moment with two days rations
Trbunes Special, learns from prominent citizens of
Pttsbug, OF Northern birth arrived here that there
but Union who dares vote for the Union, viz
Rves ExM c. who is determined TO cast his for the
Union. Informant further says, if Union protected
a large vote would be cast against secession.
BOON. C. troops arrived Monday, and went to Richmond
Ism
ed to defend n. c. only
wounded in the Sewalls Point engagement. Nobody
killed.
New York, May 23.-British Bark, Hiawa-
tha of and for Liverpool with a cargo of tobac
co, while attempting to pass the blockade, was
seized and prize crew placed on board from
the Minnesota.
New York, May 23-Private advices confirm
the report of a large arrival farms at the south
from abroad. They were shipped from Europe
early in April, consisting of over 100000 mus
kets and rifles, and ample supplies of powder
and percussion caps, and machinery for making
the latter.
A private company has been formed at Alex
andria to convey letters North. Mail inter-
course with points north of Virginia will cease
on the first of June.
: Joseph Casey of Pennsylvania has been APP
pointed a Judge of the Court of Claims place
OF JuuRe OCOTDOuB vi ' ISllli, ScCGeueu.
Boston, May 23.-A letter from Boston ship
E master, dated at Havre says the ship Matilda,
! of Charleston which arrived there April 29th,
had the Palmetto flag flying, but was not al
, lowed to enter the dock until the Stars and
, Stripes were displayed.
st. Louis May 23-Fears are entertained of
! Indian troubles in Nebraska territory during
5 the coming summer The Sioux and Cheyen-
mes have joined for the purpose of engaging in
a war against the Pawnees, which will involve
; the whites as the latter are principally within
: their settlements
In view of this, Gov. Black strongly urges
r that regiment of volunteers be raised and pla-
ced at different points in the territory.
Chicago May 23.-No improvement whatever in busi-
matters Holders of grain refuse to sell for any
thing but gold its equivalent Board Trade thisa.
passed the following; Whereas recent in
cal matters have eliminated in return to standard Of
gold and silver; Resolved, That In the opinion of the
Board Of Trade all sales of property and daily
thereof should hereafter be made in funds equal specie
Frankfort May 23House incurred in Senate bill
organizing militia and approprating SO6o for arm
ing Kentucky. Senator Pratt offered resolution to-day
which lies day. that in order to advise the next
Legislature OF popular VIII the kentGckiSns vote for
e lature Rdjourns tomorrow, Gath.
Indianapolis May 23-Gov. Dennison Of Ohio, accom-
panied by Maj Gen Mcclellan and Col. Stager, arrived
here this afternoon Gov. Yates of Illinois is expected
arrive tomorrow morning. Gov. Dennison serenad-
ed at the Bates House this evening and made short but
patriotic Speech which he said the Constitution and
the Union must be maintAined traitors and treason
must and shall be put down. and necessary for the loyal
army to go Virginia South Carolina to put down
rebellion they must go there. Gen Mcclellan also made
short speech in behalf Of the troops of the northwest
under his command Senator Lane being loudly called
for forward and addressed the people in stirring
and patriotic speech.
Louisville May 23-The editors Of the daily papers
TO Frankfort TO testify in regard "a
brought into Kentueky TO matters pertaining tC
the Knights Of the Golden Circe and to alleged
pondence OF Gov. Magon with Confederate authorities
ST. Louis May 23-Judge Treat delivered very elabor
ate opinion in Capt McDonnels habeas corpus to-
day lie decided that the United States Courts have u
risdiction In such cases.
Col MITCHELL prominent citizen and Of the earliest
settlers in Missouri died at the Planters Hotel to-day
Boston, May 23.Nassachusetts Legislature adjourned
to-day Many members donated their pay to Volunteer
funds. B. r. Thomas nominated for Congress in Sd
district as successor to Adams.
Chanbersburgh May 23.-Wednesday night party Of
Vrgnans attempted TO seize the ferry boat the Poto-
mac near Clear Springs but were driven of.
Philadelphia May 23.-In consequence of exposures
made by the Press the grand jury made Investigation in
to army contracts especially clothing and blankets ant
find there has been great swindling.
Washington, May 23.-Tuesdays Charleston Courier
says merchants preparing TO visit European markets
selection ofsupplies and open correspondence for di
. rect trade.
private letter fom New Orleans received at Charles
ton says Ocean Eegle been captured by prvaeers am
" brought into that port
Dispatches Peersburgh Express dated Norfolk Tues
day. Yankee opened fire the second time 0
Sewall's Point batteries, but were beaten on.
y
4 A traveller from Texas, said :-"Th'
e unity of the North astonishes me. No on