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Western Reserve chronicle. [volume] (Warren, Ohio) 1855-1921, 1863-01-14
STATE uousE-ruB1Ic PRINTING.

The report of the Superintendent of
the State House is herewith submitted
1t affords me pleasure to bear testimony
to the faithfulness of this officer. He is
ever at his post of duty, and disburses
the fund placed at his disposal with strict
integrity and economy. His recommen-
dations are fully endorsed, and merit
your approval.
The report of L. L. Rice, Esq, Supervi-
sor of Public Printing, herewith, should
not escape Your special attention. Mr..
R. is by trade printer, and hence well
educated to the performance of the du-
ties of his Office; and it is but a simple
act of justice to a faithful public officer,
that | bear testimony to his industry and
attention to duty. A faithful discharge
of-the duties committed TO his hands,
standing as he does between the Treasury
and the several contractors, IS certain to
bring down upon him a severe pressure.
His report viii demonstrate the wisdom
of the law under which he acts, when, as
it has been. faithfully administered.
Western Reserve chronicle. [volume] (Warren, Ohio) 1855-1921, 1863-01-14
REPORT OF AUDITOR OF STATE.

In calling your attention to the report
of the Auditor of State, you are invited,
really, to the consideration of true, per-
feet and full history OF all the opera
tions of the State government for the past
year. This officer is entitled to great
credit for the care, skill and labor he has
bestowed in preparing this important doc
ument. His several recommendations are
entitled to your fullest confidence; and
without troubling you here with a recital
of them, l commend what he has said to
YOUR favorable action. -
1t will be seen from this report, that
the total amount of taxes levied during
the year, 1861, was Sll, OH, ,l2T SO; that
the ordinary expenses of the State gov
ernment for the year, were S7l5,4l4, l3 +;
and that there was paid, for interest on
the State deOt, SS143S9 SS.
Western Reserve chronicle. [volume] (Warren, Ohio) 1855-1921, 1863-01-14
STATE DEBT.

That the entire Indebtedness of the
State, on the 18th day of November, A.
D. 1861, was Sl4,S ,273 "a, of which
there was paid during the year, the sum
of S755, 5,6l0 73, leaving due, November
10, 1862, Sl4, al, ,666 6I.
That of this debt, the sum of S, So
3T9 90 is payable, both principal and in
terest, at the State Treasury, and is de
signed, from this fact, as the Domestic
debt of the State, and is supposed to be
owned, mainly, by our own citizens; and
that SI3, rs so, the balance of the
redeemable debt, IS payable, both princi-
pal and interest, in the city of New York,
which fact it is called the Foreign debt,
owned partly by citizens of our own State.
but mainly by citizens of other States
SUSPENSION OF SPECIE PAYMENTS.
BY the Act of January l6, 1862, enti-
tied "An Act to authorize the banks tenn
porarily to suspend specie payments" &C.,
it is provided, that ''any solvent banking
institution of this State, availing itself
of the provisions of this suspending act,
shall during its continuance in suspension
under this act, if required by the Treasu-
rer of State, furnish him sight exchange
payable in New York, in coin, for its own
notes, in the proportion that the circula-
tion of such bank bears to the circulation
of all the solvent banks of this State.
at a rate not exceeding one-half of one
per cent. premium, to the extent reouir-
ed to pay the semi-annual interest on the
present Foreign debt of the State. and so
Western Reserve chronicle. [volume] (Warren, Ohio) 1855-1921, 1863-01-14
CANALS OF THE STATE.

The condition of the several Canals of
the State. will be shown by the report Of
the Board Of Public Works, herewith
presented. Although these important
avenues Of trade and commerce, have
passed from the immediate custody and
control OF State agents, you should not
lose sight of them, for they are liable at
any time to revert to the State, and they
are certain to do so at the expiration Of
the lease under which they are now held.
Your deliberate attention IS therefore in
vited to this report.
Western Reserve chronicle. [volume] (Warren, Ohio) 1855-1921, 1863-01-14
srArE BOARD OF AGRIcrLruRE.

STATE BOARD OF AGRIcCLrURE.
]. The members of the State Board Of Ag-
rieulture have faithfully discharged the
important duties committed to them
Their report, herewith presented, is a doc
ument of interest, and should receive
great consideration at your hands. You
Western Reserve chronicle. [volume] (Warren, Ohio) 1855-1921, 1863-01-14
MILITARY CLAIMS.

The report of the Commissioners, ere
ated by the Act of Nay l, 1862, entitled
''An act to provide q Board of Commis-
sioners to examine certain militaryclainls,
and make an appropriation for their pay
ment, herewith submitted, should COM
mand your respectful attention. The to-
tai amount of claims submitted to this
Board, was Sl36,972 81: of which sum,
the Commissioners allowed the sum OF
S33, 930 90. BY the provisions of the 4th
section OF tho act, the powers OF the
Board ceased on the 18th day Of Decem-
Der last. To avoid special legislation,
respectfully recommend that further time
be given the Commissioners to adjust
Western Reserve chronicle. [volume] (Warren, Ohio) 1855-1921, 1863-01-14

Call at R. H. Barnum & Co.. Hardware Rooms.
Warren. Ohio.
Evansville daily journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1863-1866, 1863-12-22
Washington News and Gossip
Especial to Post.l

Especial to Post.l
WASHINGTON, Dec. 2l.-Congress will
adjourn by the middle of the week for
the holidays
The draft will be postponed 20 days.
The Russian fleet leaves for Fort Mon
roe during the present week. President
Lincoln will visit the Admiral on his flag
ship Tuesday or Wednesday.
The House Military Committee will
not consider the $500 Communication until
after the holidays
On motion of Mr. Dawes, of Mass,
the documentary evidence in the various
contested elections, was ordered to be
printed.
Mr.. Blair, from the Committee on
Ways and Means, introduced bill APP
propriating over 100000 to carry into
effect the act of March, 1862, for the pay
of bounty and pensions of the officers
and men actually employed in the war,
in the Department of Missouri.
Mr. Cox, of Ohio, objected to the con-
sideration of the Bill at this time.
Mr.. King, of Missouri, advocated the
passage of the Bill
Further debate ensued, when the Bill
was made the special order for to-day at
: o'clock
Mr. Schenk, of Ohio, from the Militia
ry Committee, reported Bill repeating
the Sd and 10th Section of the Enroll
ment Act
Evansville daily journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1863-1866, 1863-12-22

A New SYNAGoGUE.-The Israelites
of this city of the congregation Benai
Israel, have determined to build an ele-
CANT Synagogue on the corner of Sixth
and Division streets, notice of
proposals for bids for the building
will be found in our advertising columns
From an examination of the drawings
for this building, which we made at the
rooms of those renowned sarchitects,
Marsinna & Boyd, we are led to believe
this will be one of the most elegant
church edifces in the State
The entire length of the bui lding will
be 80 feet, including the vestibule in
front and the recess for the al nlenlOr at
the rear, the width 45 feet inches.
The basement story will be divided
into four principle rooms-three school
rooms capable of accom- modating As pu
pills each, with clothes rooms attached
and one lecture or committee room
The audience room will be 40 by 81 feet
and 80 feet high, with "a seats, sufficient
to accommodate $50 people. The organ
gallery, which will be over the principl
entrance will accommodate 63 persons
The al naenlOr, or reading desk in tn,
recess at the rear of the audience room
sill be raised four steps above the foo
of the audience, and behind it will b
Evansville daily journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1863-1866, 1863-12-22

JEwELRY & SILyERwARE FOR THE Holt
DAYs.-P. Geissler has on hand one of
the largest and most extensive stocks OF
jewelry, watches, silver ware and such
like desirable articles, now in the city.
His show cases sparkle and dazzle be-
meath the sun light and gas light like the
mines of Golconda.
Whatever is elegant, rich, beautiful
and attractive, can there be found
from the most diminutive plain gold
finger ring to the most deliberately stud
ded diamond set, and the most costly
gold watches, full jeweled.
His stock of fine silver ware is partic'
ularly extensive and magnificent, en-
bracing every article that fancy Or
necessity could suggest of the most styl-
ish Patterns and exquisite workmanship.
Those desiring handsome jewelry, either
for their own use or as Christmast gifts
can not fail to find the very article they
most desire by calling at Mr. Gessler's 5,
on Main street, few doors from First
street. Don't take cur word for it, but
call and see for yourselves
Evansville daily journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1863-1866, 1863-12-22
The VERY LATEST
n z L e @ r. a p H.
Affairs in Western Arkansas.
ST. Louis Rebels Mss itating an At
tack on LittIe2 Jock.

FoRr SMITH, Ark Dec 20-An at
tack was made on the outposts of Fort
Gibson, on the 18th, by Shauwait and a
force estimated at $780, which was re-
pulsed He fell back, taking part of his
force across the Arkansas below Fort
Gibson, moving Northeast The Sd
Wisconsin cavalry have just returned
from successful reconnaissance South
ward. They vent within Is miles of
Red River. Finding the enemy had
changed position since last adVices, they
were unable to proceed further.
Their return was a constant skirmish
for upwards of 100 miles, strong bodies
of the enemy being posted at all the
cross roads to intercept them. They
cut their way through and in some pla-
ces evaded them by taking blind noun
tain passes
Their loss was trihing. Among the
prisoners captured is the notorious Han
dy Lane, who boasts of having killed over
100 Union citizens with his own hands.
Information has been received that two
thirds of Kerby Smiths force is prepar-
ing to attack Little Rock, the balance
anticipating that McNeils force would be
drawn away to reinforce Steele or to
fall onsFort Smith
A Communication from the Choctaw
chief. McCurtain, says the Choctaws will
not rejoin Cooper, and that he::desires an
interview with Mcneil, and says the tribe
is disposed for peace.
Our advance headquarters at Wal.
dron is So miles South.
Evansville daily journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1863-1866, 1863-12-22
BOUNTY for pIscharged soldiers!
q. s. Pension AgenCY

Established by Government Authority, for pro-
curing
PENSIONS
for Invalid Officers and Soldiers, deceased 0fnoers'
and Soldiers Widows or Orphan Children, De-
pendent Mothers or Orphan Sisters.
BOUNTY AND ARREARS
for Deceased Soldiers widows, Children, Fathers,
Mothers or Brothers and Sisters. Also for dis
charged Soldiers, who have served two years, or
been discharged by reason of wounds.
BOUNTY LAND AND BACK PAY
for Widows ar other legal claimants Of Soldiers
of 1872, Mexican, and other past wars.
This Agency adjusts claims for parties and sell
dlsrs of Indiana, Illinois snd Kontueky, Ia accord
with the only forms and instructions upon
which their claims granted at Washington,
and is the only Agency thus located, and solely
and exclusively employed
Persons writing their plainly, and enolo
sing stamp, always answered.
0FFIcE-Third street, near Main, Evansville
Ind. JOHN TENNIS,
octl5 Pension Agent.
Evansville daily journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1863-1866, 1863-12-22
M "a ! N - { Z. q Q t.
EVANSVILLE, INDIANA.

RITTHEBERG HAS NOW ON HANDS
Il. splendid assortment of Optical instruments.
which he will dispose of at greatly reduced
prices his goods being all of the very latest i'm.
proVements in manufacture, consisting of a very
large variety Of Speetacles from the most common
to tbs very best, vita: The finest quality of Gold
spectaces. these Glasses being constru.ted on tbs
most accurate adaptation of the Convex Concavo
Periscopic principles. Also Silver of three diff
ferent grades of Glasses, No. being on the same
principle as the Gold SpectacIos No ais Peri
focal Lense; No. being fine Aehromatic Lense,
mirror shape.
Ia addition to the above have fine assort-
ment OF Steel, Of ths very best quality Of Lenses
the frames being eEpoved into the Glasses This
frames are so hne as to be scarcely visible. No .
OF stee! IS Perifocal. No. the globules of
smoked Lensc, adapted for weak sight where
strong light, snow or wind affects the vision.
THESE Spectaees are perfect preventative by use
ing them constantly, causing the eve to gain its
healthy power and retain # to old age.
Having had very considerable experience also in
cateract eyes, In adapting glasseE to such yision
would impress on the minds Of all persons need
ing glasses OF any description, to apply for such
only to regular 0ptician, making that his solo
study and business for years, he alone being able
10 Know from tho peculiar anatomy OF the eye the
nature OF the defect, whether arising from weak
ness OF sight, hattening of the pupil or othar
misfortune occurring 10 the vision The eve be
ing the most delicate organ, and Of the most vital
Importance to tho happiness and prosperity of
man, should never be tamporod with, either by
the individual or by thOss who, for mere profit
take upon themselves the selling of Optical In.
struments, and who know nothing OF the anatomy
OF the how to discover the proper glasses to
suit the popularity of the different ghts of those
needing spectacles. Thousands have lost their
vision entirely from not applying to those oaIy
qualified to know the different defects in each in
diVidual's sight. and how TO remedy il by wearing
the proper kind of spectacles. I. RittenberC
having had over twenty-five years experience as q
regular practical optican can assure those giving
him their patronage that by applying to him they
eau get tho very right kind of glasses adapted to
their case, aud in almsst every secure good
eye sight to old age. Nelr sighted persons can
also obtain OF him the latest improvement In
spectacles suited to them, being new invention
have also the most recently new Field Glasses
with Astromcal eye pieces, being very superior
to the old opera glass arrangement. All kinds OF
Optical Instruments repaired at the shortest no.
tice, and these having purchased spectacIes of me,
aud having had the misfortune to break one of the
lenses, can have it replaced gratultousy by apply
ing to
/. RITTENBERG.
81 Main Street,
Bet Second and Third Sts.,
EVANSVILLE, IND.
Evansville daily journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1863-1866, 1863-12-22

New YORK, Dec 2l.-A letter from
Bealton Station, Va, to the Philadel-
phia Inquirer says:
have heard Greport, said to have
been brought in by a contraband, who
recently left Gordonsville, and succeed
ed in escaping to our lines, that day or
wO Lefore he left Louisiana regiment
and also the Jeff Davis Legion had ar
rived there, and that the rebel authori-
ties are sending Lee all the troops they
can collect from various parts with the
intention of making an attack on the
army of the Potomac
The Philadelphia North american OF
this morning says the ram Atlanta reit
ted and put in order, is likely to be only
less formidable that he..ironsides.
The talk at the navy yard is, that she
will go down to Charleston, to take the
place of the lest Weehawken
The:sAtlanta is more like the Ironsides
than any of the monitors
Evansville daily journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1863-1866, 1863-12-22

One of HunneweII's Great Remedies.
HUNNEWELL'S ToLU ANoDYNE.- This
most wonderful and reliable preparation which
has earned its true and fame by results
which has bailed every other attempt at relief in
Neuralgia, Rheu,natism, Gout, Nervous Head Aehe,
Tooth and Ear Ache, Bo'ceI Complaints, Hyteria,
Distress after Eating Loss Of Sleep, General Nervous
DebiHtg, Pdrorisns ia WhoopiHg Cough, and 4fstmd,
now declared to be largely NereoHs. For the pains
in Monthly Nenstuation perfect relief, while ma
lures aftcrwork is uudisturbed and of its
most important points.
This valuable preparation should be in every
Family, no description equals it's real necessity,
or its splendid results.
J. L. HUNNEWELL, Proprietor
Commercial Wharf Boston.
pD-For sale by all wholesale and retail dealers
KELLER L WHITE, Agents
nor19-2m Evansville, Ind.
Evansville daily journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1863-1866, 1863-12-22


A NARROW EsCAPE--A few days ago,
a gentleman named Brooks, who does
business at Cairo, Ky, come to Hender-
son on his way to this city, to buy goods'
He came to the wharfboat of that city
when, as he says, he was knocked down
and robbed of 5000 and thrown into the
river.
Capt Thomas of the Effort, which was
lying at the wharf stepped out on the
guard OF his boat when his ate ntion was
attracted by the groans of a man, and,
upon examination he found Brooks lying
in the water with his head on peace Of
drift. The night was intensely cold, and
Brooks was nearly frozen to death. He
was properly cared for by Capt Thomas
and the proprietors of the wharfboat,
and at last accounts he was in fair way
to recover.
He had 5000 in another pocket, which
was overlooked by the scoundrel who
robbed him.
A few more minutes in the water
would have terminated his existence.
Evansville daily journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1863-1866, 1863-12-22
WILLIAM REAVIS,
Attorney at Law and U. s. Claim

Is authorized by the Government to procure PEN
sions, Bounty Money, Back Pay, Bounty Land
Claims for iIoRsEs and other PROPERTY destroyed
while in the service of tho Government, and all
claims, of whatever kind or nature against the
United States.
Bounty for Discharged Soldiers!
By an amendment to the Bounty Law, passed at
the last session Of Congress, Gan soldiers or
other persons who haze been sh0H hereafter be
discharged within two years from tho date their
enlistment, BY reason efwounds received In baltic,
shall re- lve the same Bounty though they
served two years.
0nico $50 Main Street, over Keller's Gun Store,
opposite the Court House, Evansville, Indiana.
Correspondents mast enclose stamps.
"a Good references given If required. mh23
Evansville daily journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1863-1866, 1863-12-22

SHOOTING AFFAIR.-On Saturday last,
as the Armada was lying at Smithland,
q soldier came on board and presented
two dollars in counterfeit money to the
bar-keeper, Mr.. John Stockton, asserting
that he had received the money from
him. Stockton, confident that he had
never given out such money, declined to
receive it Words ensued, when the sol
dier drew revolver and shot Stockton
the ball entering tee palm of his hand
and lodging in his arm, some 6 inches
above. Bystanders interfered, and pre-
vented further use of the weapon.
1t was subsequently ascertained that
the soldier had got the money while play
ing cards or the boat, on previous trip
and had taken this method of getting
rid of it.
The military authorities at Smithland
we are told, refused to arrest the soldier
who did the shooting. The civil author.
tiles should arrest and punish him.
Stockton's wound is severe and pain
full one, but is not regarded as danger.
Gus.
Evansville daily journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1863-1866, 1863-12-22
PROF. o. ]. WOODS
HAIR RESTORATIVE

This astonishing preparation
Will, by Natures own Process, Re-
store Gray Hair to the Original Color.
VIII make 1t grow on Bald Heads.
VIII restore tho Natural Secretions. |
VIII remove at once all Itching.
VIII remove all DandruT.
VIII cure all Eruptions-oven scald Head.
Will make tho Hair Soft and Glossy.
VIII preserve the Color of Hair to Old Age.
VIII always Faston it, and stop it Falling.
And is one OF the best Toilet Articles for tn.
Hair now in use.
Thousands OF Soldiers In the Arm,
Have testified to the above, who had become gra
and lost their Hair by sickness, change of climate
and inattentiOn, while performing camp duty
As a Restorative and dressing it has no equal
KELLER x WHITE,
Wholesale and Retail Agents isr Evansville.
Evansville daily journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1863-1866, 1863-12-22

To THE LAD1Es.-Burnetts standard
FIavoring Extracts are remarkable for
their perfect purity and great strength.
Their excellence has secured the reputa-
ton of being the best in the world.
Fl. A. Cook has full stock
Evansville daily journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1863-1866, 1863-12-22

SO DR.. FLEAGER still continues to be the only
lawful agent in this city for the Artificial Rubber
Teeth
After furnishing nearly hundred sets in tho
past five years, he has no hesitation in recon-
msnding thom as tho best and cheapest material
In use, being worn in tho most difficult mon tbs,
with comfort and efficiency. Persons suffering
with bad fitting mettle plates are especially re-
qucsted to call at the Rooms next Bittrolns, Main
Streat
Evansville daily journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1863-1866, 1863-12-22

aa-s. D. & II. ". SMITH, sole manufacturers
Of the NEW AMERICAN ORGANS with trenole
attachment, finished in fifteen different styles /;
elegantly polished In Rosewood for Parlor use
Also, in Black Walnut and Oak for Churches,
Schools, Lodges, &c.
Also. Smiths unrivalled Helodeons, warranted
for five years. For sale by
WARREN Il CONJUNCTION,
oct24-6m No. Main Street.
Evansville daily journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1863-1866, 1863-12-22

"THE SOLDIERS ORPHAN BRIDE. -
This is the title of new and exquisite
piece of sheet music, laid on our table
BY our attentive friends Warren & Con-
yngton. Words by Mrs. II. Plout, mu-
sic by C. H. Matthias, of this city. For
sale by Warren & Conyngton, music
dealers, Main street.
Evansville daily journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1863-1866, 1863-12-22

B9- Remember all, that the Ladies
Fair tonight, at the Walnut Street Pres
byterian Church, will be most delight
full place to spend the evening. Every
arrangement has been made to enter
tain the large number>of guests who are
expected to be present The proceeds
of the fair are for the benefit of the
Church, which is regarded by all as an
ornament to the city.
Evansville daily journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1863-1866, 1863-12-22
PUBLIC SALE.

TJ1HE FOLLOWING BAGGAGE REMAINING
l. in the baggage room of the f. & G. Railroad
Depot at Evansville, Indiana. for longer period
than ono yesr, and numbered from l to As, if un-
called for by the 23d day of january, 1864 will be
offered for sale at auction on SATURDAY of said
date. Sale at the Freight Depot Saturday, at
| 10 O'Clock A. NJ:
Evansville daily journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1863-1866, 1863-12-22

pa We are indebted to Capt. P. G..
ORiley, of New Orleans, for late papers
from the Crescent City. Capt O'Reily
is now fairly established as commits
sion merchant at No. Is Poydras street
and new Levee
Evansville daily journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1863-1866, 1863-12-22
NOTICE.
Private Sale.
Real Esfata at 2

Real Estate at Private Sale.
TIME UNDERSIGNED OFFER FOR sale the
premises formerly occupied by the Crescent
Citv Rank situate on the corner Main and Third
streets in the City of Evansville. The lot is 22L
feet On Main street and 90 feet Third street. and
the building is three stories in hight, covering
the whole lot. Also, hrst-rate burglar-proof
Safe. For terms, enquire of
JOHN A. REITZ,
TH0S. L. GARVIN, or
MOVES W BAKER.
Evansville daily journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1863-1866, 1863-12-22

To PHYsIcIASs.-lf you wish to purchase pHre
Drugs, Medicines, and Chemicals at small sa-
vance on Eastern prices, go and examine KELLER
& NHITB's stock, where You will find avery arti-
els that is needed by the professor, and prices
which cannot fail to give satisfaction. Their
ore is at No. 81 Main street may4d&wtf
Evansville daily journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1863-1866, 1863-12-22

E5s- have just received from the east large
and we'll assorted stock of Wall Paper and Border
-, 900 rolls-which will be sold to the highest
bidder without reserve. The sale will be next
Wednesday night, December 23d, att o'clock, p M.
J. j. COIN, Auctionecr.
Evansville daily journal. (Evansville, Ind.) 1863-1866, 1863-12-22
HOME INTERESTS.

NoTIcE.-Do not fail to he present at the large
Furniture sale to-day, December I'D, at O'Clock,
on High Street, at the Widow Links. At the
same time will sell good work Horse, Ex-
press Wagon and Harness.
j j COLIN. AuotioneAr.