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Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1862-05-13

We received a copy Of the following song.
which = almost universally sung bs the soldiers
OF Gen MCCLELLhN's army, from an officer nov
near Yorktown and who has been sir--oned Ia
that neighb0rhOOd for some time We publish IL
as an evidence OF the feeling Of that division Of
the army upon some Of the questions and some
oil the men now prominently before the country
John Charles Fremont. Wy 10.
John Charles Fremont. my 10 John. when nature
formed the plan
To make another race. John. betwixt baboon and
man,
She manufactured you, John. but would no
further 20.
Disguised with her specimen. John Charles
Fremont. my 10.
John Charles Fremont nv 10 John. when first
we sent you West,
To see What you could do. John. YOU we're all
brightly dressed
But that which won our hearts, John, was the
way yOu wore your hair.
From crown to forehead parted. John. ia line 80
smooth and fair
John Charles Fremont, nv 10 John, the reason
since is plain
Your head is but cranky craft. and destitute of
brain,
SO easily upset. John. you are compelled to trim
Its rigging with precision, John, to make the
frail thing swim.
John Charles Fremont, my 10 John. on Rocky
Mountain ground
You lost your senses, as well as way, and neither
since have found.
But this strange paradox exists among the Tribune
The bigger fool you are, John, the more they
worship you
John Charles Fremont. my 10 John, we tried
you in Missouri,
And there you soon contrived, John. to cook
bad pot pOurri;
To speak in other words, John, as cen YOUR
Though lying sycophants-you made a devil of
mess.
John Charles Fremont, my 10 John, you filched
from Stocktons hand
The honor. bravey in fight in California s
strand,
And now, you Prince of Charlatans, you and
your pandering pack.
Would pluck the aurels from the brow of glorious
Little Mack"
John Charles Fremont, my 10 John, to you we've
had our say.
And recommend to you, John. to take yourself
away
To fly to Mariposa John, as fast as you can 90,
And fight the squatters on your tract. John
Charles Fremont, my 10.
And when your life is Der John, we hope there'll
be a place
For niggers, you and Greeley and others of that
race.
Ii this snail be impossible, we hope that you
will 90
Forever to the Devil, John = John Charles
Fremont, my Jo.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1862-05-13
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The Folding Case, which i bcco ming popular Is,
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Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1862-05-13

SAN FRAScIsco, May 9-The steamer Sonora,
Cor Panama, sailed with 100 passengers, and
$500, 900 treasure for New York.
The following is summary Of the Chinese
news:
There are three great and simultaneously in
dependent rebellions in progress in China. The
Tarpings the rebellion of the canal men at Son
twing. north of the Yongtzkiang river. the same
who murdered the missionaries, Parker and
Holmes, and the rebellion near Thibet, from
which il is argued that the Tartar dynasty is be-
ing driven 50 the wall.
The Imperialists have been attacking Making,
and hold possession of the river, except the for
cutting off supplies at Shanghai.
Up to the 23d of March, the Tarpings had
been driven back but are desoating the surround
ing country.
Oregon and British Columbia within two DAYS,
bringing $500, 900.
Portland and Victoria crowded with stran-
gers, just arrived from California, on their way
to the mines.
The best informed men believe that halt the
adult population OF Oregon would spend the sum
mer in the contiguous mining regions. Two
7 thousand men have already reached these dig
I gngs.
Flour and all kinds of provisions were worth
/ enormous prices
Gold was very abundant.
There sanguine expectations of repeti
ton there ofle49 times in California. Miner,
were rushing to Caiboo faster than supplies could
/ be sent. Seven hundred and fifty left San Fran
cisco this week by steamers that sailed for Ore
gOn and Columbia. Emigration in that drec-
ton fully equals the means of Transportation. anC
will, in all probability, increase for weeks tC
come.
Private correspondence, per Phantom, from
Hong Kong, dated the 3lst of March, says
! The Reconnaissance arrived on the Doth inst
from San Francisco, bringing dates from the AT
lantic States to February 9th. Our last advice
per mail via Suez, were To the Both of January
In future, We shall depend on vessels from you
port for latest home news.
By the last steamer from Shanghai we were ad
rised of the organization Of Steam Navigation
Company on the Yangtzkieng with capital o
/ within $500 600
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1862-05-13

SUPREME CouRr.- Beal ct al Va. Ray Peti
ton for renearng overruled. We were in error
in stating this TO he any new ruling upon the mer-
it, of the case. The court decided heretofore
that the election was invalid and that therefore IL
was not TO be presumed that the Governor would
issue a commission to Mr.. Beal and that the ap-
plicaton tor Injunction not averring that the Gov
ernor threatened 10 issue the commission. the IN
junction should not have been granted. The
Court also decided that MIR Beal had no claim
bv virtue OF the election. that a Court would no,
lerd its aid by mandamss TO place him in office.
Mr.. Beal has. however. since this decision, ap-
plied 20 the Governor for commission who un
der the advice of the Attorney General has re
fused to issue il to him. Judge Ray retains pos
session of the office
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1862-05-13

FREprRIcKsBURe. May l0-Severd deserters
came in to-day. They confirm the statement
you have already received relative 10 the rebel
force They state that the rebels intend 10 give
Us battle when We cross the river. but il is not
probable they know Their general plans
The rebel force between here and Richmond
seems to have placed itself in rather an unpleas-
ant position Mcclellan in their rear, Banks
pushing up from the valley of the Shenandoah
and our columns threatening an advance. There
seems nothing left but surrender or ignominious
death in the last ditch
Union sentiment is growing in this neighbor.
hood but so family as to require very careful
nursing.
ulafy
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1862-05-13

FoREREss MONROE, Nav 1.-The following
proclamation was issued in Norfolk on Monday
morning:
NORFOLK, Nav 10. 1852.
The occupancy of the cities Of Norfolk and
Portsmouth is for the protection of the public
property and the maintenance of the public laws
of the United States Private associations and
domestic quiet will not be disturbed but viola
sioris Of order and disrespect TO the Government
will be followed by the immediate arrest of the
offenders.
Those who have left their homes in anti
cipation Of acts of vandalism, may be as
sured that the Government allows no man the
honor of serving in its armies who forgets the
duty of citizen in discharging those of a sol
der md that no individual rights will he inter
fered with.
The sale of liquor is prohibited
EGBERr L. VIELE,
Brig Gen. U. s. A. and Military Governor.
FoRrREss MONROE, May 1.-The illness
correspondent says:
a bright light was observed from Fortress
Monroe at four clock this morning in the direc-
ton of Craney Island Precisely at half pas,
four an explosion took place which made the
earth and water tremble for miles arovnd. In
the midst of the bright flame which shot up in
the distance the timbers and iron Of steamer
could be seen flying through the air. No doubt
was entertained that the Merrimac had ceased 70
exist.
Flag Officer Goldsboro, on receiving this re
port, ordered two armed naval tugs, the Zouave
and Dragon, to proceed toward Craney Island on
reconnaissance and ascertain the truth OF the
rumor.
Immediately after they had turned the point
the Monitor and Stevens stood in the same direc
ton, followed by the San Jacinto, Susquehanna
Mount Vernon. Seminole and Dacotah. In tn.
meantime the tug boats were seen coming in to
wards the Fortress at full speed, and when near
ing the wharf the radiant countenance OF til
Captain of the Minnesota gave assurance that th
news they brought was of most gratifying char
acter.
The report was true. All the earth works a
Craney Island appeared to be abandoned, thong
the rebel flag was still flying
Lieut. Eldridge. Of the Dragon. landed viii
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1862-05-13

PuLrrr PoLIucs: or Ecclesiastical Legislation
on Slavery. in its disturbing influences on the
American Union. BY Prof. David Christy, au-
thor of Cotton is King, Ethiopia, - "Chemis-
try of Agriculture, etc. Faran 4 Mclean, pub
fishers. Cincinnati.
This is very valuable book, and should be in
the hands Of every person that wants to be in
formed on the great influence the pulpit has exer-
cised in bringing about the present troubles IN
our country. In order TO facilitate Democrats IN
Indiana in getting this work. we have them for
sale at the Sentinel office. The volume is hand
somey printed and bound, containing GA pages
Price - 90. Orders from distance promptly
attended to- DIV
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1862-05-13
CAUTION.

The market Is fun Of limitations represented be tho
same a. ''BROw Ms Observation-Disclosures - which
in productive ofPositve injury. Many dealers
wllrecommend inferior preparations and lower priced
articles aordng profit themselves Ask for and
OBTAIN only BROWNS BRONCHIAL TRoCHEs,"
which by long experiences have proved their value having
received the sanction Of physicians generally and
monials from em.nen, men throughout the country.
BROWNS BRONCHIAL TRoCHEs. when allowed to
dissolve slowly the mouth, have direct influence 10
the affected parts the seave and soothing eec, the
lining ofthe windpipe the Bronch allays Pull
monary irritation and gives relief In Coughs, Colds and
the various Throat which public speakers and
singers arc liable. febll-dly 90
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1862-05-13
COMM ERcIAL.
. ny rrLzoRArH.I
Cincinnati Market.

CINCINNATI, May IL.
Flcur dull. but unchanged; small sales of fan
CIV at 81 50G4 -, and of extra a. 81 2594 80.
not much offering.
Wheat unchanged and dull at 9O693c for red
and 95ta9Sc for white. some export demand for
choice white, and for such over 81 was paid.
Oats firm al Soc.
Corn firm at Sac.
Rye firm at 54c.
Whisky opened with an active demand at 30 &c.
but closed rather dull under the news from New
York.
Provisions generally held above the views of
buyers hence but little done. 200 brls mess pork
sold at so - for country and Sll for city; the
latter is held chiefly at Sll 25dll 20.
Bulk meats held confidently at 3 u @5isc. but
sales except 900 pieces light sides at Sc; $50
tierces lard sold at &c at Madison, Ind.
Groceries firm and unchanged, fair jObbing
demand.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1862-05-13

NEW York. May l2-The steamship Etna ar
rived at o'clock, with dates from Queenstown
o. the lst
The Paris correspondent Of the London Her-
aid writes that strong feeling Is growing up
here in favor of intervention in America. The
impression is so powerful as TO cause uneasiness
among the Northern party in Paris IL is be-
lieved that very serious propositions have been
made by the French cabinet TO Palmerston. with
view to joint action 70 pat an end TO the war
which, according 10 Official information received
here is as far from termination Is ever
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1862-05-13

PTTTsBURG LANDING. May 1.-THE following
has just been received at headquarters:
ARMY OF THE MIssIssIPPI,l
Near Pennington, May y, ) =. NJ.


ARMY OF THE MIssIssIPPI,l
Near Pennington, May 3, 5 p. M.
Major General Halleck: The enemy, %. O00
strong, drove in our pickets beyond Pennington
and advanced against the brigade occupying the
farther side of the creek in front of my camp.
The brigade held on for FIVE hours until finding
them heavily pressed i'm front and on flank and
that could not sustain them without passing the
creek with my whole force which was contrary
to your orders and would have drawn on gene
raj engagement, withdrew TO this side in good
order.
The conduct of the troops was excellent, and
this withdrawal was made by them very reluc-
family.
The enemy made a demonstration to cross,
but abandoned the movement.
Our loss was considerable. though l cannot
yet tell how great The enemy being much ex
ercsed. suffered very severely.
The enemy's batteries being completely dis
abled and his infantry line driven back several
times, my command was eager for an advance.
(Signed) john PoPE, Major Gen.
Pennington is FIVE miles north west of Corinth
The only forces engaged were Plummers and
Palmers Brgades
The weather is warm and pleasant.
All is now quiet, the enemy having retreated.
CHICAGO, May IA special from Cairo to
the lines says:
The steamer Meteor, from Pittsburg Landing
on Sunday morning, reports that there had beer
no general engagement, although the situation o
the army was much more threatening than at an,
previous time.
There had been several severe skirmishes
which, without producing any change. served tC
show the intention of the contending forces.
was definitely ascertained that the enemy i
strengthening all his works and intrenchmeats
An innumerable number of free negroes a
work telling trees TO form an abattis and strength
ening the earthworks.
1t is now known that Gen Lowell reached Cor
NTH, bringing with him army of 80 900 men
1t is no longer matter of doubt that Beaure
gard is preparing his army for a desperate strug
gle Our accommodating parties invariably NEE
the enemy, 60 where they will; and on the hills
in the woods, along the roads. the rebels seen
| present in overpowering strength.
Preparations for battle are being made on
grand scale-roads cut through woods to facili
tate the movements of the different divisions
siege guns mounted in great number, and moth
! ing wanting on our part to win the contest
CHICAGO, May IA special to the Tribune
! from Cairo, says:
The Skylark has just arrived from the fee
with nothing but rumors regarding the naval bat
tie on Saturday
When the Skylark left. furious cannonadin;
was heard beyond the fort, which was plainly di:
tinguished till after the steamer passed TIptor
/ Vile
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1862-05-13

II. Z. KICKER, ESQ This gentleman. Super
intendent of the Terre Haute railroad, one
of the most efficient and capable Of officers.
on the occasion of the recent melancholy
accident which caused the death of Professor
Fletcher, by promptly telegraphing, made all ar
engagements for the speedy provision of the extra
train which was required to bring the body of the
lamented deceased TO his friends. Superintend-
ent Ricker's decision. energy. and humane fore
thought in this matter were only characteristic OF
the man; nevertheless, most certainly will his SER
vices be gratefully remembered.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1862-05-13

GATHERING RAMS considerable curiosity was
excited on Saturday last by the appearance at the
landing of several steamers RACED and altered by
covering their sides with two thicknesses OK tim
Der, each being about eight inches thick, and
composed of live oak. The prows are ron-pla
ted and quite sharp. These the boats that
were purchased at Pittsburg some months since,
and they have been converted into rams. They
are very werful. and are intended to run down
and sink rebel craft on the Western rivers--Cin-
ciaaofi Gazette.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1862-05-13
From McCieilan's Advance.
HEADQUARTERS, CUMBERLAND, V.

Sunday eve, May IL.
There has been no movements of troops TO-
day, a. Gen. Mcclellan was DESTROYS Of observ
ing the day, and giving his men an opportunity
to rest.
The reports brought in to day by scouting par
ties sent to the Chickshoming on the left advance,
of thirteen miles. confirms the burning Of both
bridges across that river. The enemy was seen
in considerable force on the opposite side.
We learn from a contraband belonging to Gen.
Lee, who left Richmond yesterday. that the
troops which retreated by that road are encampet
at the toll gate eight or ten miles this SIDE OF
their works. He met but lew troops betweer
here and that point
strong picket OF the enemy made It's ap
pearnce about two miles from the White Hous'
to-day. They were not interfered with until be
coming too bold, gunboat which arrived about
/ o'clock, shelled them out
The noise must have been heard in Richmond
! a il Is bu. twenty miles distant
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1862-05-13
Soda Water!
A SONG FOR WARM WEATHER

Now the sun begins to blaze,
Now the days are getting hotter,
Now along their weary WAYS
People sigh for Soda Water,
Till they come unto the drug store
Underneath Odd Fellows Hall,
Where a crowd is rushing inward,
And into the ranks they fall.
One by one they reach the counter,
One by one they drink their fill,
One by one exclaim cts good. SIR"
And quite joyful pay their bill;
Walk out briskly at the side door.
Fall into the ranks again.
Keep on going round and round, sir,
Till the sun begins to wane.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1862-05-13
From Albany.

ALBANY, n. Y, May ll.-Mary Hartung, con-
ycted some years since OF murder of her husband
and released from prison last December by order
of Judge Wright, has been re-arrested on bench
warrant, issued on application OF the District At
tornev The Supreme Court in general term on
Saturday, decided that Judge Wright's discharge
was erroneous and ordered that Mrs Hartung
be kept in prison for trial
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1862-05-13
NOTICE,

vUyHE firm Of SPENCER soCwELL has this day
been dissolved by mutual consent. The business
Will he continued the old stand by Mr. Spencer who
will keep constantly on hand full supply Of the
best articles Of Family Groceries, cheap for cash. He
will at all times be pleased his old and
make ones.
All persons the late firm will please call the
old stand and make settlement by note cash. Short
settlements make long friends
SPENCER A sOCwEII.
p. S-A the outstanding debts coming 10 Mr.. Soc
WELL but payments may be made Mr. Spencer taking
receipt therefor. tap26l NJ SoCwELL-
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1862-05-13

r. The following company officers have
been commissioned:
Thomas ID. Thorp, LIST Lieutenant 57th Indi-
ana; Lewis ). Horn, do. do. do; Francis VI. Van
pet, 81 Lieutenant. 18th; Korac Macarthur, 81
Lieutenant. 57th; Charles Disbrow, do. do. do.
Levi Thornhugh, do. do. do.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1862-05-13

IL On Sunday the oand of the U. S. Regu-
lars, paid visit to camp Morton, and enlivened
the hearts of both prisoners and citizens by their
exquisite playing. To those outside the lines,
the visit peculiarly acceptable. and it is to be
hoped that during the summer the temporary soil
tude of our southern captives may receive a
source Of qualification from so talented an assem-
bly of musicians
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1862-05-13
From baltimore.

BALTIMORE, May 1.-THE reported capture OF
Arnoldsburg by the rebels is contradcted. Their
subsequent defeat is automatically reported by
Gen Kelly
The telegraph line to Schenck's division has
been cut
News has arrived that our forces are At Frank
lin, aud the arms OF Fremont and Schenck have
saved Gen Milroy
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1862-05-13

70 Captain J. NJ. Lord has purchased the
corner lot in Parrish's subdivision of the Under
hill Block. on the corner of Pennsylvania and
North streets, and Intends building a handsome
nearly all sold to good men. and in year from
this time will be surrounded by fine dwellings,.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1862-05-13

Honor TO PATRIOT WARRIOR " esterday
Mt meridian. in pursuance of a general order pro
mulgated to the army of the Mississippi by Gen.
Halleck. thirteen guns were fired by Nicklen's
battery in honor of the memory of that brave
soldier and patriot, Gen. G. f. Smith.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1862-05-13

PADDOCK BANK MIRRoR--We are in receipt
Of this publication Tor May 9Th. The Mirror"
is invaluable to all business men. Ii is issued
weekly. and the latest reports with regard to
monetary matters are found in its columns Mr..
George W. Williams. travelling agent for Pad
docks Bank Mirror. is in the city
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1862-05-13

~ DR.. Bobbs, who was present when the ia
tai casualty happened to Professor Fletcher, re-
turned TO the city with the body. DIR. Bobbs
states the particulars of the accident by which
Professor Fletcher met his death substantially as
we have given them. Dr. Bobbs astounded
at the suidenness Of the event but rendered all
the aid he could n surgeon, which unhappily
proved unavaling.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1862-05-13

SPLENDID SUMNER DRINKS At the West En-
pire Saloon, Of which X Beebe, Esq, is propri
stor. the most magnificent summer drinks are
now set forth TO patrons by that prince of good
fellows, Leopold kabis
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From General Mcdowell.

FKEDEkIIksbIkH, by n.
To f. NJ. Stanton. Sec'y Of War:
The enemy advanced upon the Bowling Green
road 10 day, but fell back after losing Lieuten
ant and ten men. who were cut off by Pauish's
cavalry. McDowILL.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1862-05-13

~ Al meeting of the State officers, held
on Yesterday Il was resolved TO close the several
Offices to day, and attend the funeral of Professor
Miles Fletcher, late Superintendent of Public
Instruction.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1862-05-13

- Eighteen more gun carriages Of Yankee
manufacture have been condemned by Captain
Sinrm, Of the Arsenal He thinks probably
that with additional outlay of money. he can
make them fit for service 50 that "all will not be
lost"
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1862-05-13

- The members Of the Phoenix Society are
specially requested to attend their regular meet
ing. at the usual place and time, on Tuesday,
May 10. A full attendance is required
WM. McLAuGHLIN, Sec'y.