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Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-08
The Very Latest.
TWO O'CLOCK A. 81.

INV IcEK, December -CspT. Winsloa OF
the keasaFge, is stopping at the Aston House.
where he was waited on to-day oy committee
from the Chamber of Commerce he will hsve
a public reception to-morToS evening
To-dsy's papers are barren OF news. being
filed with the message and accompanying re-
ports
The Panama Herald SAYS: Information ha.
lately been received that DR.. Grina has obtained
from Macmillan, through the influence OF En-
peror Napoleon, a commission So Governor Gen
eral OF Sonora. zith authority ~ induce cmicrs
tor
The Hersli think. 'his Is. preliminary step
to establish French colony on the Pacific
coast.
The prisoners captured on the 1T Salvador are
sil on board the gunbos, Lancaster
Recent Brazilian papers contain copies of the
order issued by the government that all the ports
OF the country De shut against the Wachusett for
violation of the neutral laws OF Bshai
Fortress Monroe letter OF the 5th gives The
particulars Of The capture of The blockade runner
Vixen by The gunboat Rhode Island The Vixen
is new steamer SUI wss or her 6rs, voyage
She IS English built, Of iautles. model snd
equipped with horizontal engines
Previous 20 her coming ia contact with lie
Rhode Island she had been chased BY two steam
ers and ouirsn both OF them during the chase.
The Vixen fourteen knots but gained
upon by the Rhode Island Her wheel. turned
80 rapidly ss - throw Of the buckets and dis.
able the boat
After the capture the Rhode Island towed her
20 Fortress Monroe
no news
The utmost quiet prevailed along our lines al
the latest dates
The Macon Messenger ot the 23i SAYS of The
cavalry fight al WslnuI Creek: The enemy, var
iou..y estimated 81 from 5000 10 5000. with
pieces ot ARTILLERY, commanded By Fitzpatrick
opened fire. and played away briskly Zoe abou
tso hours. without io-s on our side Ths
| shooting was not credible OF their los We ssv
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-08
HE.fV.Y. PICKET FIRING.
CON Ores SION Al.
GOLD CLOSED AT @2,ee.
&c. &c, &c. &c.. &c.


NASHVILLE. December Very little OF inter
est trsnspred yesterday. Artillery skrmlshing
continued throughout the day The daily rou
tine varied by the reception of a flag of
truce sent In by.General Hood, which was re
ceivei by our pickets on Franklin pike at about
III \ 81. The bearer bad the following letter
from General Hood:
HEADoKs DEPT TENN. AND Ga. IN THE FIELDl
December ), 1864 (
To the commanding officer Of the United States
forces:
General have now in my possession a large
number of Federal prisoners, captured during the
recent campaign, which / propose to exchange
Nith you for equal number OF captured pris
Oners belonging TO this army, IN accordance with
the cartel used by Maj Gen. Sherman and my
self IN the exchange OF prisoners which took
place 10 September last at Jonesboro. Georgia
Should you agree TO this proposition, an officer
OF my staff will meet any one YOU may designate
upon the Ffanklip pike, between the lines of the
two armies, to arrange the time. place ana other
necessary details connected with this exchange.
Very respectfully,
Your obeiient servant,
j. B HooD.
General c. :. a
To which request Gen Thomas sent the fol-
lowing reply:
Hp. QRs DFP'r OF THE CUABEELANDl
y NASHVILLE, Dec .. \
Gen Hood. commander of the Confederate force
on Franklin road:
GESKRAL:-I have the honor to ackno slcdge
she receipt Of your communication of this date,
making proposition for the exchange OF prison
ers OF the army of the Omitted States now in your
possession for prisoners belonging TO your army
in my hands. In reply have to state that. al
though have had quite a large number Of pris-
oners from your army, they have all been sent
North, and are consequently beyond my con
troll | am, therefore. unable 20 make the eS-
change proposed by you
Very respectfully. yours, &c.,
GEo Ii. THOMAS,
Maj Gen
All sorts OF rumorS prevailed in the city when
news that flag OF truce had come in got abroad.
The general supposition was that Hood had de
manded the surrender of the city.
Gems Milroy aud Rosseau are at MuifIees
boro, which is amply garrisoDed and defended
against sny rebel force which may attack II.
Yesterday a body OF rebels attacked block
house, six seven miles from Murfrccsboro.
They were calamity fought by the garrison anu
soon body OF troops sent by Gen. Milroy from
Murfreesboro arrived, who attacked the rebels
with such effect that they were driven Of in con
fusion losing six killed and a number of pr=-
Oners.
Matters at the front TO day are more quiet than
usual. o artillery that be seen has vet been
placed in position by the rebels.
Hoods headquarters are said he a, Brent
wood. six miles south OF the city, on the Franz
lin pike
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-08

NV York, December T.
Cotton firm, 81 2s6I 90 for middling
Flour-State aud Western l0@l5c better
$40 OO@lO 30 for extra State; 50 70G9 W
for common TO good shipping brands extra round
hoop Ohio and gil 00@ll - for trade brand.
market closing quiet.
Whisky irregular and unsettled at 81 920
20 for State and western, at 81 92@l 941f
closing with sellers of western at 81 80.
Wheat opened 263c better and closed dull
Chicago Spring 81 30; Milwaukee club 81 ~
az 4213; winter red western 81 35@2 30;
smutty amber Michigan - -
Rye 81 rs.
Barley dull at 81 1891 s5
Corn dull and nominal mixed western held
At 81 30 in store and 81 90 delivered, the latte,
40 outside price.
Oats decidedly more active aud firmer, and
closed dull with improvement partially lost
sales at 81 00@l OF FOR state and 81 02q
O3laG 041s for aestern
Coffee very firm.
I Sugar firm; Muscovado lsIa@a0; Porto Rico,
24925c Cuba $4,000 Havana :eoc.
MOissses firm Muscoysdo. soc.
petroleum-Crude easier at 49@50c; refined
in bond, 70@7lc; refined free. quoted At
s9G9Oc.
Pork opened decidedly higher and active, buI
closed heavy at $34 90 for 1862 AMI mess. S35 50
@31 90 for 1861; cash ard recnlsr way clos
inc at $50 10; cash S33 % for pnus> 49, 30
for prime mess; also 1900 bbls new mess a.
January. February and March at S39 00@40 90:
and goo bills. 1864 mess for December, sell.
ers option, S39 90.
Beef rather steady, with moderate demand
prime mess S3e 80; beef hams in fair demand at
$2std27 25
Cut meats very firm and in good. demand.
Dressed hogs in moderate demand at Ia. a.
l51sc for western.
Lard rather frmer a, 2l3l@2334c., closing at
"a for strictly prime.
Butter steady with fair demand at 3G@50c
for Ohio, and 44@46 for State
Cheese more active at l5d23 for common to
prime
Gold excited and strong
Money active at CO. per cent.
Sterling quiet
Government stocks active and irmer.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-08

LOUISVILLE. December The journals
Nashville special of the 9th ssys: The rebels lost
a, Franklin ten General officers, among whom
Gems GeoveR and Quarles, not prev iously
reported
Cbeathsm escaped capture only by the fleet
hess Of his horse.
The steamers Prims Donna. Prairie State. and
Mag, captured Yesterday the Cumberland
were recspturei today by the gunb0at Csronie
les.
Capt Alex Motehesd's battery @. of the LIST
Ohio artillery. was not Injured IN the recen; bat
tie at Franklin
The Louisville Journal learns that Gen. Coop
ers brigade Of white troops and brigade of
colored ,roops, the latter OF which gsrrisoned
Jacksonville prior 20 its evacuation. both OF
which we're cut Oft from the main bods OF the
column when Gen Schofeld retreatel from
Franklin are reported ~ hsvin. arrives ~
Clsfksyille
The Nashville passengers. leaving Nashville
At o'clock this morning. report all quiet there.
with The exception Of slight skirmi.hnr between
the pckets
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-08
give publish the appesI of Rer.>Mr John

rs We publish toe appeal of Rev MIR. John
son. who represents himself tn be the agent aud
superintendent for the relief Of the white Tefu-
gees landing u; Cairo, sent tnther from the rebe
States by government transpor tation. These
people are in very destitute condition, mostly
helpless women and children, and their situation
presents strong appeal TO the philanthropy and
generosity Of our citizens. While the negro re-
fugees have the protecting care of the govern
ment and their wants literally supplied at the
ed among strangers uDprovideo for and sre left
dependent upon individual charity. The appeal
for this class should be needed, and il will be
disgrace 10 our professed humsniiy and christi
snity. if these refugees. forced from their homes
BY the rigor of war. should suffer and die in our
midst from starvation and exposure
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-08

~ The adjourned term of the Circuit Court
of the United States commences on the Goth of
this month. Mr. Hanna. the District Attorney
has requested our Senators and members OF Con
gress to pass an act authorizing special session
of the District Court. 20 commence at the same
date a. the Circuit Court IL Is expected that a
District Judge will be appointed by the 2Oth. and
he will hold both courts \ large amount Of
business has accumulated. and a. ready for dis
position A grand jury will be empanucled. and
the cases of large number of persons confined
in Jail will DC disposed Of The criminal docket
will be OF more than ordinary interest.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-08

Il Ladies winter cloaks at auction. large
stock latest style saques, basques, circles, &c,
at Nos. as and 50 East Washington street. at 81.
A ~, Thursday and Friday, December 5th and
9th This stock is all of good cloths and well
made. and the latest styles. This is rare
chance to get such goods at your own prices, go
come and get bargains. Sale positive, terms
cash WV. +. FEArHERsroS,
u Auctoncer.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-08
sew YORK MONEY MARKET.

NRw York, December :.
The absence in Mr.. Fessenden's report of any
indications OF Limitation OF the currency and
bis recommendation OF another gold bill has
strengthened the price and after opening a,
23el5 the price rose steady until 81 noon the
quotation was 2i33i subsequently, falling to
pals. The steamer Washington for Havana
took from this port today 800. 900 in specie
and the Asia from Boston S25 600
Gold market opened steady at 939. Il finally
took Z start aud rose to higher figure than ws'
current for some time past The market was
quite animated and excited with large business
u declined about per cent in the afternoon but
was steady at the decline The msrke, at Gal
isgber's evening board, gold 239.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-08

I4-The Crystal Palace, West Washington
street. opposite the Palmer House, is now sSp
piled With game. fish. oysters and every dellcacy
of the season, which will be served upon order
at an, hour. Mr.. Fred Rombo. the famous cook
oil this establishment. il always ready to serve
up the most elegau, dishes Besides all this the
liberal proprietor OF the Crystal Palace Saloon
will set a splendid lunch on Saturday at 10 A u.
20 partakc of which he invites his friends and
the public generally
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-08

81 900 RKwsRD-The above reward will be
given 10 any person Who can furnish prescrip-
ton for coughs. colds. Nhooping-cough, asthma
aud consumption. which Is equal to Dr.. Strick
lands Melifuous Cough Balsam This bslsam
will cure the above complaints. also splitting Of
blood and night sweaiS One fifty cent bottle
is sufficient for any one "a Try. ThawOrst cases
Of chronic cough. ssthms, whooping cough and
primary cases Of consumption are cs1h by DR.
SIricklanGs Mellihuous Cough Balsam. Ii can
be had At any druggists. Ii is different from
any other cough medicine We have known in
shis country. Il
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-08

NV SHOK STORE "A new business establish
ment, one that much needed. opened its
doors in this city yesterday Mr.. X. +. May
opened, yesterday.a shoe store. for the sale OF
Ladies. Misses and Childrens shoes. also Boy =
boots, at No. 10. North Pennsylvania street, in
4" Wley's Block" opposite Odd Fellows Hall.
This Is the only shoe store in Indianapolis. de
voted exclusively to the sale OF Ladies and
Cbildren's goods, and We should think the ladies
would thar il receives far proportion of
patronage. All the newest styles of really first.
class shoes are on hand. and everything IN readi
ness to give customers the most prompt and 20
lite attention. Mr.. May has had much expert
ence in the shoe trade in other cities: is scquan,-
ell with all the best manufacturers in Philadel-
phia: and customers may RELY upon finding at
his store, shoes equal in beauty, style, finish. and
durability. to those kept in any city We st
least ask our female readers to give him call.
The place is only two doors from the corner of
Pennsylvania AMI Washington streets.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-08
COM m ERCIAl.
SkLseKArn.
Cincinnati Market.

CINCINNATI, December ..
Flour doll and In light demand superior
50 20, but sales were made at 50 90 /: extra
SO %.
Wheat firm: red - 2O@2 %; and white 81 ,.
az 80.
Corn unchanged at 81 for new ear. and old
81 80
Oats hrmer at S4@S5c.
Rye 81 i5@l IL.
Whisky dull but closed firm At 81 es, holders
asking 81 so.
Barley dull 81 7U@l Is for prime spring
and fall
Mess pork $50 O0@37 co. prime mess s34 %
bulk meats decidedly lower; 1910 for shoul-
ders; 1854 for hams
Lard 2ll.c
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from the Army OF the Potomac.
HEsporAR ARsr on rnE PoroxAc

HEspouAKrEEs Army o. rHE PoroxAcJ
December ,.
A dag Of truce appeared yesterday in front Of
the III division OF the I'd corps bearing dispatch
addressed tn Gen Humphrey or Foster The
flag vas brought by Captain First aud Second
IieutenAuts aud a Sergeant. all staff officers
The dispatch received and Forwarded ss
directed.
The nature OF the dispatch Ia. not trans pred.
nor il il known what answer WAS returned.
Heavy picket firing "a KEEP, up in the vicinity
Of Fort Sedgwick. better known Fort Hill.
bot not SO psrslsiently "a formerly q
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-08
q. S. MILITARY COMMISSION
Fortieth Days Proceedings.
The Testimony Concluded.
ARGUMENT COMMENCED.

Hon. JonsIhan W. Gordon concluded hi. ar
gument ssainst the Jurisdiction Of the cour, yes
terdsy. and vas followed 10y ] r. Cofro,h in de
Tense Of The defendants, Mr. Coffoth'. srsu
meni. reSie~ing the whole question. ~ss /. tn
uuphsnt specimen OF forensic eloquence
The court adjourned 10 meet to day 1T II
o'clock A N
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-08

sE-To ladies and gentlemen we would
spectfully say that at the establishment Of A
Lintz. next door 20 the Palmer House. they will
find every article in Mr.. Lntzs line just suited
TO their purposes. Mr. Lintz uses the best ma
terisl aud employs the most capable workmen
Call on him. de sells at the lowest prices. and
Won are certain OF getting your money back.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-08

$500 RKssRD Taken bv mistake or stolen
from the cars. on the Belleiontaine railroad. on
Saturday, December ID. 1864 on the trip from
Crestlne to Indianapolis. in the vicinity OF Sid
ney. Ohio. large Russia leather valise con
tsiulng large amount of stock revenue stsmps.
and valuable papers, belonging to the uoder.
signed The stocks and pspers can be of TO
use 10 any one. ss proper notice has been given
60 all persons Any one returning the same 10
me st the office OF the Citizens Street Railway
Co. in Indianapolis. will receive the above re
ward and y questions asked
x &. CATuERwoOD
Indianapolis, Ind, December 5ih 1864
dec5-d6,
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-08

s4-T The Electoral College OF the State OF
Indiana met Yesterday and recorded its vote for
Abraham Lincoln and Andrew Johnson as Pres
ident and Vice President of the United States
for the ensuing four years. b. +. ClaypoOl, o;
Fayette county was appointed messenger to con-
yer The report 20 the Federal Capital.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-08
TOYS, NOTIONS, &C.
10 the Trade!

UHAvy VOW N STORE FOR TiIT HOLIDAY TRADE
II very lsrg. aut splendid stock u Toys Motions.
Fancy foods, Gallery WlowWare. Fire crackers Tor
pedots Fireworks. &C The assortment challenges any
thing equal 10 n. East or West hong experience and
attention 90 business son> enstles 10 bring
gether such endless variety Of goods. which a. al
times commands the patronage q The public.
The trade 10 respectfully s0tet 70 examine my stock
and prices. CHAHks MAYER.
novss-dlm No % West wsshfpgtyu street.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-08

sE-The State Librarian. Rev. David Steven
sou. is preparing the hall of the House and Sen
ate for the session OF the Legislature 20 convene
the 9Th OF January. The halls will be ne1y
painted, pspeTed and carpetej. aud al sill be
done that can be to make them comfortable and
pleasant for the legislative occupants during the
coming winter.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-08
FAIR AND FESTIVAL.

FlNuS FIFTH PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH GERMAN
vii hold Fair and Festival ~ Masonic Hall. CON
renclng CT Friday, december I'D, a. noon, when AIRY
cusen can go al thc Ho<av Presents they may need
al TAR prizes, Oys.crs Ice Cream. Ho; Coacc, Pcaebe'
and Cream SC.
Tickets q aimss.oa - cent Family tickets ~ cents
CHARLkS EASTMAN. Pres,
dcS1 did CHkHtFS WFHi.lN6, Sc.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-08

eE- Crowds of unfortunate persons visit Drs
J L " Thomson's Office daily. who are relieved
of their pain and permanently cured Of their NAL
aides. in the shortest possible time See card
under old Galens head-cut. ON the third page of
this paper. 2-f
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-08

TonoSro. December 7---Burlegh was befoxe
the court again to-day. Evidence was ofsrea
showing them 10 be Ia lhs Confederate service
The defence will be strongly urged by the ccun
sci The case vas adjourned until to morrow
The steamer Georgian arrived here this even
ipg
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-08

* The new telegraph company ore putting
gp their posts snd wires and they will soon be
ready % communicate The Office OF the new
company will be in Wiley's block. which they are
sitting up for the convenience Of those doing
business with them aud the promp. transmission
OF all messages entrusted 10 them.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-08

HALIFAX, December There are 70 sgni OF
the steamship Canada. now due from Liverpool
on the 10th. and Queenstown on the 9th.
The weather ia little thick. Gold 236IS.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-08

- The Bates House Saloon under the pro-
pretorship Of Dir y j. Myers, is the place Of
resort in this city for all gentlemen. The clerks
are geutemsnly and courteous. and the wines.
liquors and cigars are extraordinary.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-08

PRESIDENTS HEsssGE-We shall be prepared
70 furnish extras Of the Presidents message, on
= half sheet of the Daily Sentinel. a. early az il
can be received in this city. Price 50 so per
100 copies tf
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-08

GAuK.-Messrs. Fletcher & Davldge, No. "a
North Pennsylvania. have On hand fine lot Of
Wild duck aud geese. They will keep constant
supply of game. and also choice assortment OF
family groceries
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-08
fz-pep,.cost 4 Co No a3O East Washing

Il Pentecost & Co No. go East flashing
ton street. nearly opposite Titles Hotel. have
on hand q complete assortment Of all kinds of
stoves. tin and japaned ware. and manufacture
and keep large stock of fruit cans. can tops.
canned fruits, &c Roofing. spoulng, guttering,
and all kinds of tin job work to order. Their
stock of cook stoves. and sheet iron heating
stoves. is large. and they invite all in wan, Of
stoves to call and examine them.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-08

A member o. the sssh New York regiment
vas sho; through The had. yesterday. While cit
ting 10 he tent, sons bsi& nile IN The reaf Of
our line 81.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-08

~ Stolworthy. North Meridian street. Is the
autocrat of fashion in this metropolis. Gentle
men desiring elegant garments should call on
StolNorlhy.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-08

~ Madame English, at her Museum, on
Washington street, has recently added the rarest
OF curiosities. The great Bohemian glass blower
j. always on hand
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-08

FoE SAIE-One hundred well-improved farms
in Illinois For particulars apply to
PREsTOS 4 BIO
220t HutsonviIIe. Crawford Co. Illinois
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-08

METROPOLITAN THEATRE To night the great
play Of the Hereto The mere announcement
will crowd the house. 80 secure seats early, those
who wish TO see the fine PLAY.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-08

~ The large and pleasant rooms, in the
second and third stories of the Sentinel building
are for rent Possession can be given immed
stelv II
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-08

az Persons Indebted 10 us will please call
and settle with our book keeper. 7 +. Holbrook
2l-im JAMESON 4 FUSKuoUsER.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-08

Hogs were. On loot. ten dollars and tween
ty-hre cents per pound, in this market, yester-
day
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-08

BA fc~ hundred exchange papers can be
had at this Office II
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-08

u Wood retailed yesterday At seven dollars
per cord-good hickory. beech. and ash.
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sB-Lasi night was intensely cold.
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E8rI, suo.ed yesterday.
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LATEST FROM GRANTS ARMY
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fnR FIRST NATIONAL BANK
OF INDIANAPOL.Is

Is INK o1<ial depc<tsr, an nnsnclsi sr~ss q ths
United States ant vi rHrn;sh. he soss fsvsvs-
BE terms.