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Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1864-05-28
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From the Army of the Potomao-
The Crossing Of the North Anna
9or entire Army on the South

100 D
NEW YORK, May-2T. 1.-THE Herald's spe-
elait gives the following account of the
struggle for Taylor's bridge over the North
Anna: When my last dispatch was writ.
ten considerable force of the enemy were
disputing our passage of the North Anna
Gen. Law's division of Lo6Rstreetis corns
WAs posted in strong entrenchmentsI he
tween Long Greek and the river, and sesm-
ed disposed to hold Taylor's bridge at all
hazards, as they poured storm of shot
and shell from their batteries Whsn Gen.
Birney with his division advanced.
I Coils. Pierce and Eagan, with their brig.
AIDES the Let and I'd, made an assault on the
euemy's works at 6 O'clock P. NJ. Of the
22d inst, when the rifement of the enemy
poured deadly FIRE into their ranks, and
they charged on the batteries which were
on high ground little to, the left of the
bridge secured open space in every d.
rection and tearing up the esrthworks With
whizzing missiles. The redoubt was car
ried at the point of the bay onet and a, con-
siderable number of the rebels were killed
in the entertainments and ITO captured. -
This assault, made under the Immediate
direction of Gen. Birney, was considered
a very brilliant affair, and Gen. Hancock
wrote him very congratulatory letter.
The 3dapd 9th Mich, a6th and l24th
N: Y, 99th Penna., and 18th Maine suffer.
ed more severely than any other regiments
in the division. 75e'r
The rebels when driven from the redoubt
and rite.pits retreated aOross the river.
many OF them swimming, the bridge being
too much crowded to admit OF their cross
ing with IS much celebrity as they desired.
The assault on Taylor's bridge, spanning
the North Anna, was made without loss Of
time by the 4th Maine, The bridge was
carried after sharp skirmish and the reb-
els were driven from their position to the
opposite bank.
AT II o'clock P. NJ, the enemy made a
sortie from his works and eudesyored to
retake the bridge, but after spirited Skin
mise of about 20 minutes were driven.
back. - E6 IS 49, 80
AT midnight another attack was made.
with much larger force, and drove our men
from the bridge, held it some time aud
made several attempts to burn il. The
tn N. Y. heavy artillery coming up, the
rebels were forced to retire and the fires
exunguished, and we occupied the bridge
without further trouble till morning.
At Z A. NJ, Gath, BfrneY crossed the
North Anna at the bridge with his diyi-
vision, followed by .Gib6on, and his diyf.
sion, and soon after the balance of the
corps. 1859
The Herald's correspondent says our
losses on 2Sd and Gath do not exceed 500
In killed, wounded and missing. while that
of the. enemy amounts to that in killed and
wounded, while we have 1000 prisoners.
The Worlds special, dated IL A. NJ,
26th, says: s.fs -
Oar entire army is on the south bank of
the North Anna river. At ~ NJ. there
was considerable picket firing on our CEN
ire, but no batteries, have opened vet.
The 9TH and 9Th corps are advancing.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1864-05-28
CONGRESSIONAL.
WAsHmaTon, May 27.
SENATE,


Mr.. Fessnden, reported favorably frnm
the Finance committee, a joint resolution
amendatory OF the first resolution of the
House to increase the duties on imports.
The Bill to amend the charter Of
Washington city in refs bee to the regis
tration of voters, was taken up, and the
discussion involving the question Of negro
suffrage, was continued during the morn.
ing hour. s7-'asl. q
The Internal Revenue bill came up, and
the income claims were considered.
The House passed the Senate bill modi-
flying the existing law SO that documents
and letters may be sent to Government OFF,
GERS without the pre- payment of postage.
Mr.. Smithers of Del, from the Commit
tee on Elections, called up the report here.
tofore made in the case of McHenry against
Yesmen, which concludes with q resolu-
ton declaring that the latter is entitled to
retain his seat as the represenlatiye Of the
second congressional district Of Kentucky.
Mr.. Smithers sustained the report,
which says the charge of fraud, force, and
test oaths, made by the contestant, was
not sustained. ssl. ~
Mr.. McHenry, the contestant, in adyo-
eating his claim. said the certificate of the
sitting member was obtained by depriviug
many citizens of the elective franchise
by force, intimidation, violence and blood
shed.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1864-05-28
From Cairo and Ra1nw.

CAIRO, May 26.-The steamer Atlantic
from New Orleans on the 2ist and Memphis
yesterday eeyniDg, arrived with 22s bales
of cotton for st. Louis. 3 "a 4.sEs
Tho Oolnmbia, HaySns aud Geo. Crom-
well were to sail for New York on the 81 at
The transport Oatawba had arrived with
the 18th Mass. and Government stores.
The officers Of the Atlantic report Banks
With a portion of his army arrived at New
Orleans on the 21st.
1t ID not known that any new movements
were on foot for the present.
: In moving across the country on the re-
treat from Alexandria, Banks left Red Riv-
er at Fl. de Russey aud struck for Semmes-
port where he crossed the Atchafalaya and
marched to Morganza on the Mississippi.
a. !. Smiths command also marched to
Semmesport and then embarked on the
transports.
A naval officer who left Pensacola the
18th, says: A report was Just received
there of another mutiuy in the garrison of
Fort Morgan, Mobile No particulars.
The New Orleans True Delta of the 2lst
has the following from Mexico:
The steamer st. Mary's arrived last night,
bringing $50 refugees, and reports that a
heavy battle had taken place between the
French aud Mexicans, 1000 strong under
Gen. Naegarette, on the San Luis, in which
the French were thoroughly defeated. This
intelligence though of vast Importance is
doubted by many intelligent Mexioans 10
our city for several reasons. The Mexican
Consul we are told had no intelligence OF
this victory, and he usually receives earlier
intelligence. These movements were known
from various adyices, although Gen. Nae.
guretta was marching his troops with the
intention of giving the enemy battle, vet
the distance to be accomplished is over 500
miles, over burning country in which
there was no water, was too great in the
opinion of those familiar with the country
for human energy.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1864-05-28
Last Nights Dlspatches.

From the Army of the Potomac
Grant but one DAVIS March from
Rlehmond-The EnthuBias Of fhe
Army Unbounded.
PaILADRLPHIA, May 27--Ths ENQUIRER
publishes the following dispatch:
SOUTH SIDE NORTH ANNA.
NEAR JERlcHo BRIDsR, May 20, 2P.M
The rebels are in our front and prison
ers have been taken during the last "a
hours, from three rebel Generals Ewell,
Hill and LOngstreet. Over 400 prisoners
were taken from a Brigade of South Car
olins, by the Pennsylvania Reserves, under
Crawford, who made charge on our ex-
treme right, after Warren had crossed the
North Anna, on the road leading to Bea.-
yer Dam. Our troops have torn up and
completely destroyed nearly six miles of
tract on the Virginia Central, vest of Sex.
tons junction. We are now but one DAVIS
forced march from Richmond, in q fne
open country; there is plenty of pasture
for our horses, bnt nothing for the men .bnt
what has been brought, along. The en-
thusiasm of our army knows no bounds.
while the morale of the rebels, Judging
their wounded prisoners falling into ons
hands is in very bad condition. Weather
intensely hot.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1864-05-28
Operations of Mosby's Guerrillas

Operations of Mosby's Guerrillas.
PHILADEIPHrA, May 27.@The evening
telegraph has the following special dated
Washington May, 9th: Mosby's guerril-
las have been devoting the last ten days to
the entire and complete destruction of all
our blockhouses aud bridges from Union
Mills down to the Rapidan. The with
drawal of our outpost troops upon the
railroad for more important duty Afforded
them clear coast for their operations, in
which they were aided,by farmers all along
the road, whom we have protected and
supported all winter.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1864-05-28
~CouHrnRTrIr FIrrY OEur NoTra

WrCoUNTlRFIIT FIFTY OENT Norris
A counterfeit Of the splittiDg-papsr City
cent currency has made its appearance
The best part of the affair is the bronzing.
Otherwise the tinting is pale and the exc.
.cutiOn clumsy. An examination will. be
certain to prevent their circulation. They
probably came from Troy, New York. To
counterteit the old issue successfully is not
nearly so easy matter as 10 counterfeit
the late edition Of splitting.paper. .. !.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1864-05-28
Now York Market.

Nav YoBK, May 20.
!Cottou-1@2o better; 81 o2@l o.. for
ding. ~ ldi~ - i'lsf1
Flour-state and Western 59Ioe higher:
81 1907 40 for ex. State; 81 T0@7 IS for
extra R. b. o. Market closing steady. -
Whisky-Firmer and more active at ST. 20
OF 2s2 for State and 81 30@l 3oa for
western.
Wheat-1e higher; ST eo@l 81 for in
feEior to choice Chicago spring, 81 Ella
Sc for Milwaukee club and ST 726I Is
for winter red Western.
Corn-More active and decidedly firraer.
old mixed western at 81 60@I 90 in store
and aaost. ~ r. y - -,
oits-FirmeEand close, rather quiet; So
for western. q - : - =
WooI-Quiet and firm.
PetEoleum-Firm but quiet; crude quot
ed at 5000.
Pork-Very active aud new mess lower,
priceB Of all other kinds advanced; $2s so
@2s 70 for mess, $2s Is for old do. $50
623@3l 90 for new do, closing at $50 SO
@So IS; $24 5o@25 SO for old and new
prime. 3
Besf-ouiet but firm.
}Lard-A little firmer ct IA.
Butter-At % for Ohio and $50 "a for
Oheess-ouiet and steady at I2a1s.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1864-05-28

BALTIMORE, Nay IA letter from Ber-
muda Hundred of the 25th says, the wealth.
7er 10 very warm, aud the enemy make fire.
quent attacks on our iatrenchments, but
have been defeated always with heavy loss.
The Gatnell Gun which throws 200 shots
per minute, was used with terrible effect
against the rebels.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1864-05-28

81 THE FRuIE AND TIE CRoPs.-We
learn that from present indications the
earth will yield .abundantly this year.-
The crops never looked better, aud are
coming forward as if by magic. The fruit
trees hsHsblOssomsd WE'LL and n Mess the
buds are nipped by uutimely frosts there
will be an abundant yield. The foliage
upon the trses is heavier than for many
years pastiJaHd she country presents an
appearance which ought 70 gladden. the
hearts of.alls We shall have occasion
to be thankful many times to the Giver, OF
all good for the abundance which He has
In store for ne. 1-FQE-f3 Bod il#
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1864-05-28

Nav YoRK, May 27.-The Tribune's
Washington special of the 26th says, the
Senate Finance commissioners amend.
ment 70 the Houss tax ON spirits has been
erroniously reported to the country. The
amendment is one dollar, from the first of
June; 81 ,25 from the irst of October; 81 so
from the first of January, and no tax on
stock on hand; which amendment WAS
adopted in committee of the whole, to- day,
except as to stock on hand, which is still
pending.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1864-05-28

DIED.
On the 9th inst, In the 2lEt year Of her age.
AIIoE =, sHRIyHl, wife Of James shriVer, and only
Her funeral will take: place from the Mcclure
House at 10 o'clock this day, 2sth inst.
s1EELI, son Of Vim. Steele, aged "a years. :
The funeral will take place from the residence Of
his parents on the ISland this day. 2sth inst, at
o'clock. il=a
At his residence In Marshall county, West Va,
Nay 70, VIZ. HILL in the 69th year Of his age.
The friends Of the family are respectfully invited
to attend the funeral on Saturday at O'Clock. .
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1864-05-28

CHICAGO, May 27.-The Journals Nash.
vile correspondent states that Sherman's
entire army resumed their march from
Kingston, Ga, on Tuesday and flank
ed Johnston's position at Altoona on the
EloRah river. This position was in the
mountain fastness and Was considered very
strong. This correspondent believes that
Johnston does not intend to fight, but that
bis troops are being transferred gradually
to Lee and Beauregard.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1864-05-28
Particulars of the Attack on Tav.
loTs Bridge -Deplorable State of
Affairs in Texas,


New YoRK, May 2T.-The Philadelphia
Inquirers special, in its ACCOUNT of the
attack on the works defending the TAYLOR
Bridge crossing the North Anna, says:-
That NO troops could live under the Ere,
from the rebel guns. A direct assault
from the front was, therefore, out of the
question. Our troops were marched IN in
two columns, q brigade on each side of a
wide interval, through which the rebel shot
and Shell plunged, tearing mp the earth
teartully. When our troops got within
distance, like tigers they IeRped upon
their prey sad with unlOsded guns brought
the bsyonet to bear upon the entrenched
enemy, killing and capturing all who did
not escape. The movement was watched
by Gems. Hancock and Birney, exposed to
a heavy shell fire, and the former express
ed his admiration in the most enthusiastic
terms. ~. --rs-.g. $50
The Times New Orleans correspondent
says: IN -II..- -,
Gen. ]. A. Hamilton has arrived there
and gives lamentable account of the state
of affairs in Texas. The withdrawal of a
large force of our troops from Texas win
place the Unionists in q painful POSITION
They are already in frightful condition.
Whole families year OF two since euioy-
ing all the comforts of life, now are re-
duced to beggary. The able bodied men
are run off by rebel CONSUMPTION and their
families left helpless and with out protec.
tim
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1864-05-28

%RuEAwAI.-A horse attached to a
small light wagon ran away yesterday on
Main street. The vehicle came in contact
with lamp post, the driver was thrown out
upon the street and slightly hurt. and the
horse "4ent It alone" with the harness on
his back until stopped by man who hoist
ed an umbrella in bis front. The wagon
was a complete wreck.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1864-05-28

. y
G6-A SrcRY OF A Ton CAT.-One day
about ak months sgo Thomas cat, tail
less and esrIess, sought refuge from several
pursuing dogs, in store on Main street.
He had been rolled in the mud, chawed
and "wOrrited" by the ''purps," until he
presented Such a sorry spectacle that be
excited the sympathy of the proprietor,
who took Thomas In and fed and uursed
him until he grew to be great fine, proud
looking fellow. he continued to improve
in personal appearance, and his conduct
was uuexceptlonable, barrin' that he had
bad habit of running about O. nights, aud
attending caterwaulines on neighboriug
coal shed but he was always at home in
the morning, looking as innocent as kit
ten. zone morn we missed him from the
accustomed spot" and he could not be
found high or low for four consecutive
days. Yesterday the proprietor received
the melancholy intelligence that the de.
funct carcass of Thomas was lying in the
street few doors below. An inVestiga-
ton discovered The fact that in one of his
nocturnal perambulations Thomas found
his way into gentlsman's cellar, and it
happened that the door was closed upon
the unused basement aud he was immured
from the light of day and deprived of meat
until he gave up the ghost. Requiss. cat
in pace, --. "a
AoRAL-Don't run about o. nights.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1864-05-28

B~FI5HINa.-Just ct this time the dis
eiplss of Isaac Walton are having fus sport
fishing for jack fish in the river. Tho river
is foil of these 6Sh and they are very east.
~ caught with hook and line. They are
caught by the hundred and when properly
prepared for the table are exceedingly pal
atable. =
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1864-05-28

B9-THE CIRcUs.-Thoss who are fond
of the horse opera, and there, are very few
of us who are not, should bear in mind
that Gardner, HemmiOgs & Co.'S, great
American Circus exhibits this afternoon
and evening on the Island. The grand pro.
session will pass through the city about ten
o'cl oOk this morning.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1864-05-28

Col. LOcKWOoD.-Thisg gallant OH
Ger is now lying ct his home in Mounds
vile suffering from avery painful wound.
10 former notice, of the Coloners arrival
at homo we stated that his wound was
only a slight one. In that We were mis-.
taken. The bail struck the eagle on his
cap and inaicting ! woa6d directly upon
the sC2 OF the head which is Of snaehi a
serious character Is. to require the most
careful attention. 1t Is hoped that by
proper care audlSttsptiOn-the Colonel may
recover without suffering any serious per-
mAnent injury. - s'-,,,.-., :
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1864-05-28

1~DOS'T forget the sale of Smiths
Waddipgton Farm on Tuesday next at ten
o'clock A. \. fireplace is worthy Of a visit
even if yOu don't intend to purchase. Re.
freshmsnts can be procured on the farm
during the sale.
A conveyance for the accomm odation of
intending purchasers will leave the Brew
cry at 9 O'Clock A. n. and O'Clock P. N.
For further particulars inquire of Geo.
E. Wickham. Auctioneer, corner Of Market
and Union Streets. ts.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1864-05-28
~A 0LANcE at the condition of the

E6-A GLANCE at the condition of the
various benevolent societies and associa-
tons of our country will show a constantly
increasing prosperity daring the course of
the last three years. When the rebellion
was first iusugurated and public attention
and resources were at once transferred
from their accustomed channels to those
which we're new and foreign, many insti.
tutioDs and societies, of benevolent char
actsr, considered that restrictions in their
fields of labor, and perhaps total suspen.
sion of operations for time, would. be
necessary. Intead Of this, exactly the re.
verse has been thsacase In almost every
instance. Increased literally on the part
of the people has enabled them ,in numer.
Gus cases to enlarge their spheres of,useful-.
ness. and to render more defective their
efforts in directions where, heretofore, they
had met with only partial success. The
examination Of statistics exhibits. in many
instances . marvellous increase in there
ceiPts over those of previous years.
While we consider this fact We must
likewise bear in mind that aluo 81. count
less Societies have been ,orgaDizeds in
towns, bamIets, villages, and citiss With
the simple object of aFording aid and COM
fort to soldiers in the field and in the hos.
pi.al and to their needy families al home,
Their appeals have spoken loudly and
necessarily in the public ear and have been
successful to degree that appears almost
fabulous Indeed it might seem as slough
the purses and the energies ofthe masses
would he exhausted BY the repeated calls
for their support in this direction, go that
other channels of beueyolence would suffer
ifuot become actually dry. rsssg 5-.sI
Yet We find by reference to the facts that
this is far from being the case. Schools
aud colleges we're never more literally
supported, or churches eueuubsred with
less liabilities than at the present. time
At no period heretofore have the claims Of
fallen humanity been SO generously 40
knOWledged and the cause of Christianity
in all its various departments more nobly
and isinterestedly upheld. 's lra: lG-, -
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1864-05-28
Union Territorial Convention o
Nebraska.

oHAHA CRY, May 29.-The Union Ter
ritorial Convention of Nebraska yesterday
Convention. Resolutions endorsing the
Administration and instructing delegates
to vote TOR President Bincoln'S Re .nomina-
ton, were unanimously adopted.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1864-05-28
New York Money Market.

Mouey-Markes easy at 6@6 per cent
chiefly at the latter rata. ?. 4 -NS-'''
Sterling Exchange AZ 10000
IN currency for first class bills.
Goid--FiFmeE opeuiug q s64 sdeeline.to
s64 advancing to sef and ciosi6p Quiet
and steady at s54.
Goyotnment StOcks-Q1ieG 5.2os cou-
pens l07@1074. 2 3Os Treasury notes for
October and April. u14@1H4w
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1864-05-28

NEW YoRK, May 27.-The steamer Co.
lumbia, from New Orleans on the 2lst has
arrived. The purser reports that 4 teIe.
gram has been received stating that Banks
and staff had arrived at New Orleans from
Red River. No news.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1864-05-28

~ Tn TAnLHAux.-Ths sseo6d Is
heAF'Al of the Ia 6lsapx to be exhibis 81
Tuesday and wsdaesdSy evenings next
took place qattr evening at Washiugtol
Hall. Everything passed on 70 The perfect
aAttstaetion of all concerned, and the la
dies are now moro than ever confident Of
their ability togiVe ansexhibition, of which
all may be proud. ,,aisi, 9 I ~ OGi {
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1864-05-28
BPEOIAIl NOTToEH.
sHIRTsi sHIRTsI EHTRTsI

A fan as.ortaept Of 1rsnoh and American csa,.
mere and Elannsll Army shirts, Of various styiss
and prices. Also, IS dozen White Dreas shirts at
the following prices: Blk for s12, 49, SIS,
S2I and "a Dollars. - 81. 80, 40,
Also, Shirts made to order and warranted to At,
OF HuperiorWork and uneqzaled In quality. for the
prices. les ss.N H. 7 4. LAKIR,5
mr20 No. 1o2 Main street, wheeling, ". Va
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1864-05-28

! NEW YoRK5 Nay 2T.-The City. of Linn
erick and Westminster, from liverpool ar
rived this morning.
The steamer Champion, from Aspinwall
on the 9th, arrived this morning and has
900, 600 treasure. ~
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1864-05-28

I NEw YORK, Nay 81, a. M.-specisls
this morning to the papers contain nothing
later than Secretary stanton's dispatch.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1864-05-28
OoLGATE,s HoNEY. SOAP.

This celebrated Toilet soap, In such univsr..
sal demand, i5;yiSde from the choice st materials
Il mild and emoIlient in its nature, IRA.
GRAVITY scented, and extremely bsnehoiaI
in its action upon the skin. For sale by all Drug
giSts and Fancy Goods Dealers. mrl6 ly
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1864-05-28

B9-THl river is still falling slowly with
enough water for alTpurpossS. Thsweath-
er was very warm and pleasant.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1864-05-28

@-szlrPED 10 9c4Sf cHAsr.-About
twenty rebel. prisoners were shipped yes
'erday from the Athenenimll to Camp Chase.
The mos. OF them have been in the Aths-
Hsan quite long time.