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Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-22
from Quebec.

Qrrnsc December 81 1t Is understood that
Immediately after issuing the PROCLAMATION in
reference to the rebel raiders Major General ID I
dispatched "A confidential agent 20 Canada. This
gentleman retained to Now York. satisfied that
the Canadian authorities were making every
necessat, effort to perform International Qblga
tons
The best understanding prevails between the
Quebec and Washington governments
Nj Potter. the American Consul. w. unwell,
aud has gone 10 Wisconsin To- rccnperaie
Mf Thornton. Vice American Consul is also
unwcl
The Governors proclamation offers reward
for tho arrest OF tho raiders
Young aud two other raiders were &c arrested
TODAY ~ 81 Francis, 10 miles from Riyoire du
Loun. on their way east They will he all re
arrested. They we're evidently making for New
Rfunswick hy different routes.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-22

tyrone Of the most beautiful-0ne Of the
lightest gsyest and ithest of all the sleghs that
ever glded over the snow after high blooded
and long tailed quadruped 70 the merry cachina-
ton OF the tintnabulatng bells, was observed
yesterday up and down Washington street: J. ID.
Sullivan. of the celebrated Pearl street livery
stables was seated therein and held the reins.
This sleigh is a specimen of indianapolis manu-
facture. being from the establishment Of Messrs.
CASTOR Null. coach makers. Kentucky avenue.
IL is splendidlv decorated. having the Goddess of
Liberty. bearing aloft the star spangled banner,
depicted in exquisite artistic fashion on the panel
in the rear. This sleigh il but specimen Of
what our enterprising friend Sullivan always is
determined to do in the way Of turnouts for the
accommodation OF the general public. Mr. Pat
rick Harmon. At Mr.. Sullivan's stables. If you
desire To take ride in this beautiful sleigh. with
your wife or your sweetheart. will hitch up the
horse for you.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-22

PkAos On Wan, TzAf's TsE QrEsrIoS =
There ere thousands. ave. tens of thousands OF
persons 10 our land who are DESTROYS ~ having
peace. bat they are so afflicted With me var'ous
diseases which The iesh - heirto, ihs' there =
an ircessaut var going on within on account oil
the impure state Of their blood, that they have
no rest day or night. Their earnest inquiry -,
lis there 10 BALM in Gilead-no physician
therei'' hes. yesl use pinkerton's Wahoo ard
Cslisaya Bi;ters. and YOU vii soon md relief
aud possess complete victory over your irou-
bled aud diseased constitution. We speak thus
confidently because NC have tried them. aud the
result in our case vac most glorious Blessed be
these bittcrsl Indee5 they "peacemakers F"
Remember the genuine Wahoo and Cslisaya
Bhters have the name Of Jacob Pinkertol blown
on each bottle. All Others are spurious For
sale by all respectable druggists and wholesale
dealers tues thuksat
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-22
COM M ERCIAL.


CINCINNATI. December II.
Flour nominal and quiet super 50 90;
extra 80 %.
Wheat frmer. and prime rcd sold =, 81 %
white s. 30M2 -.
Corn irregular: new ear on The spot would
bring 81 IL. and up dislllers want IL badly OIL
the spot
Rye 81 10
Oats firm at s4@e5c.
Barley dull. and SC lower; spring 81 COOL O.;
fall 81 65@i 10
Whisky rather dull. and buyers offered 81 O5,
but holders asked 81 10 Sales at 81 05Cd2 10:
the former the prevailing rate.
Provisions quiet and unchanged Mess pork
in good demand. ? 1000 lbs cold at S40640 SO.
Bulk meats in good demand: 900. 900 los ut
l6c for shoulders; is@ isilc for sides packed.
Lard dull at 22l4c
Coffee dull st 45d47c.
Sugar dull at 23@26ls
Cloverseed advanced to SIS
Gold 900 Silver 205
Exchange dull at l Il discount to par
Money tight, and hard TO borrow AZ reasonable
rates.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-22

Mr.. Hale expressed himself opposed to the
resolutions Of the treaty. and asked for a post
ponemens Of the resolutions iii The 9Th OF Janu-
airy next. that be might have an opportunity TO
address The Senate on the sukjecf fnrf
Mes.rs. Trumball. Dsves, Foster, Comes and
also ia favor Of the posiponement. inasmuch -
Nr. Hale desired TO speak upon the subject
Mr.. Somuer aid after TIE explanations of Mr.
Hale he would leave the subject entirely ia his
hands lie bad supposed Mr. Hale had already
stated he objections 90 the proposition in bis re
marks q few days ago, bat il such be not the
case, be was perfectly willing that the postpone
mcnt should take place
The resolution wss postponed 20 the 9th Of
January next.
After the executive session the Senate al
ourncd
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-22
XXXTiN CONGRESS---2d SESSION.
SENATE.
w


Mr. Coamer presented memorial Of Harper
& Bros, and other publishers, praying for the
modification OF the laws relative TO carrying pc.
riodcals in mails.
Mr.. Sherman reported the House bill taxing
whisky and asked immediate action upon it, lie
said the bill proposed to anticipate additional
tax by making its operation commence January
LIST instead of February Il was objected that
such 4 change Of legislation indicated instability
in Congress. 1t in effect taking judg-
ment against manufacturers and seriously 10
fringing with their regular arrangements On the
other hand il was asserted that he manuisctur-
IN OF whisky would be greatly increased II the
bill should not pass. and that an immense guam
tty would be made upon which only dollar
would be paid.
Mr.. McDouga objected that it would interfere
with contracts.
Mr Farwell asserted that neglect TO tax
whisky bad already deprived the country of more
than enough TO pay up the army TO this date.
ON motion OF Mr. Sumner. the Senate pro
ceeded 70 the consideration OF the resolution To
repeal the reciprocity treaty.
Mr. Sumner said: had intended on the con.
sideratiou Of this proposition, to review the whole
subject. and to exhibit al length the history Of
the reciprocity treaty. After the debate of y Few
DAYS ago and the apparent unanimity in the
Senate, / have felt unwilling % occupy time by
any prouacted remarks IS they are not needed
The people Of the United States have been CT.
easy under the Reciprocity treaty. tor several
years. NAV almost say tom It's date There
was feeling tina. 10 va more advantageous TO
Canada has feeling % late aas Tipens-d into
conviction ~ the same ame tie eKgcncies Of
the present var, requiring 40 large expenditures,
make il unreasonable 10 extend the treaty BY
which the resource Of tho country suffer. II is
such considerations A. these which have brough,
the public mind 10 lie present position
The question OF the fisheries j. included in
this treaty. Soue arrangement. rather by reeip
rocAd legislation. or further negotiation, can oe
made On this matter. 20 far as il mar be needed
The COMMITTEES. af;ef careful consideration 81
full meeting. was unanimous 10 the report. and
a. tho con nisiee represents sl parts Of the coun.
try. and al sentiments OF the Senate have
thought perhaps there mightbe similar unanimily
among tie Senators. therefore forbsar all far
thsr rsmsrt, ass ask for o vote.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-22


NKw YoRK. December 81.
Cotton more active and higher; sales az 81 %
for mddling. closing quiet.
Flour--State and Western firm, ard 206o5c
better. SO l5@iO 30 for extra State; slI OO@
ii 20 for common to good shipping brands round
hoop Ohio; fll 25@l2 90 for trade brands, with
no buyers at outside quotations.
Whisky heavy and unsettled at 81 1902 81,
including small parcel q, - 25; closing heavy
at sll5
Wheat quiet and steady; prime amber state al,
50 SIS. and 1900 Milwaukee club a, 81 80.
Rye dull
Barley quiet at 81 s7@2OO
earn dull and nominal; sales at 81 30 fer mix
ed western. t -
Oats active and firm r, 81 Oi@l O5 for
western.
Wool firm.
Coffee dull. and no sales Of importance
Sugar quiet; Muscovado ls@ls'4.
Molssses steady.
Petroleum frm; crude 55a56. and refined free
at Sc; refined in bond quoted at 1916.
Hops quiet and unchanged
Pork decidedly hrmer at $50 7594l 90 for
1864. mess cash and regular way, closing dull
at $40 80 cash; Sal 5O@42 % for new mess
s37631 % for prime. and S39 i5d39 80 for
prime mess; also 900 bbls navy prime mess at
I'll iNffJu bDiHai pt A-oD-f ultc~ iDt JaUuasT
sellers and buyers option Sal 1898. AID 6. 700
bbls new mess for January and February, sane
terms. $40 50d43 g..
Beef less active but 6rm at previous priees
500 bbls navy n s2T.
Beef hams in moderate request at 81 d26.
Cut meats Quiet at 1861 dle74 for shoulders
sud lSG2l for hams
Bacon sides in fair demand. Cumberland cut
for January a, 2Ola @2O7.; long ribbed for Jan.
uary reported at 81 s@2l34
Dressed hogs shade easier; sales at l7@lsi4
for for western
Lard rather tirmcr bu, not very active At 20i !.
COS
Butter quiet at snd heavy At 5000 Cor res,
ern ard 35G60 for State
Cheese dull aud DECLINING At 1921
Money sctive and firm At per cent.
Sterling exchange quiet at 1925 @li0k
Gold irregular and unsettled. closing at 225sss
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-22
W. 2. SNirH, superintendent.


tT- The United States Court, Judge MELON.
aid presiding. alter hearing sundry motions rela
tive 10 matters on the civil docket adjourned
yesterday until 10 A. NJ to-day. We learn
from the District Attorney Hon. John Hanna,
that the Grand jury is laboriously occupied and
probably their Investigations will result in more
preseatments. and heavier criminal docket
taan at any previous term. The Grand Jury Is
composed of gentlemen selected from the most
intelligent, upright. and consideration, Of our cit
ircns, and ~ regards the distinguished Federal
prosecutor. and the eminent Judge. certainly no
words Of commentator aud compliment are
needed fgom rs.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-22

sHA, a meeting of the Wayne Township
Teachers Association. held at Mount Jackson.
Marion county. Indiana. December IL. 1864. tho
following resolutions were unanimously adopted
by citizens aud the Association.
Resolved. | That our Legislature should pro
vide. by taxation or otherwise for keeping our
public schools open SIX months in each year.
2 That, 10 the sense of this meeting. il is not
good policy for our Legislature 10 distribute the
fund arising from the Congressional grant OF
land among any OF our now existing colleges
3 That the three daily papers OF the city OF
indianapolis, and the Indiana School Journal, be
requested To publish these resolutions
ApptE SMITH. Secretary.
W SutrH Sunerintendent
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-22
srem snc Army OF she Potomac.

lltAnquAarrn' Anar Poroa,ol
December 10 \
An attack Was made by the rebels last nigh.
on our picketn on the extreme left OF the line,
held hy the division of General Miles. OF the el
corps Thcy captured 4 or men, killed one,
and wounded another. Al Of the s,h New Hamp.
shire regimen
The attacking paItr weie quickly driven back,
aud tho line restored
A repor, u current to-day that Jef, Davis II
dead, having poisoned himself Dec 90
Richmond papers Of yesterday Say the repor,
OF the death Of Jefi Davis iss canard, and that
he /. we'll. and will he IN his office during tho
day
fSlguell " d. MoGRtaoR.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-22

tE- Messfs. Alvord. Caldwell 4 Avord are
the sole agents In Indiana OF Leyendg's celebra.
ted ID W D.. s65. Wshoo Bittefs The i'm
mensc and rapidly increasing sale of this article
best at,csts Ia popularity and merit The same
establishment offer for sale to tho trade choice
assortment, OF imported liquors, winea and cigars
and few barrels Of superior old bourbon
whisky. uneqaalled by any offered for sale in
this market The RAPIDLY increasing trade of
this house In groceries. bath wet and dry u the
beat evidence that they have the articles adapted
10 this trade not only, but ,hn, lhey offer them
at attractive prices
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-22

81 n00 RrwApn Tho above reward will be
given To any person Who can furnish pfesctp-
ton Tor coughs, colds whooping-cough, asthma,
aud consumption, which Il equal 10 Dr. Strlck-
lands Mollnuous Cough nalsam. This halsam
will cure the above complaints also spitling Of
blood and night swoAts One fifty cent bottle
|. sufficient for any one to try The worst eases
Of chronic cough asthma, whooplng cough and
primary easea OF consumption are cured by DR.
Strokland's Mellifluoue Covsh balsam. II can
be had at any druggists, II IA different from
any other cough mcdlclns 30 have known In
this country &C.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-22

cE-For tho most elegantly fabricated and
fashionabls cut and constructed winter habli'
ments, We would respectfully suggest TO all our
readers and the public generally that they call
upon the famous SlolwoF,hy the monarch OF the
mode in this metropolis. at his rooms. North
Meridian street, Rhodius' Block one door south
OF the Journal office There l. not more ex-
lensiye stock. comprising more besulsiu assort
ments of foreign and domestic goods To be
leced from than that offered 90 tho public b.
StOwOrthy
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-22

az Morehouse. the enterprising news dealer.
No. 2e1s North Pennsylvania street. is the agent
for the Cincinnati Enquirer, sterling paper, one
OF the ablest and best in the Union. and also for
the Cincinnati Commercial. which il always full
of news. Get your Cincinnati papers Of More
house And get your other news from him too
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-22
.peeisl orders No. asa.

Van prP'r ApI'r GESrRAl's OFflck.l
wAsnINeroN. December 10
tExtrae, -
All officers and detaehmcnts absent from Gen
Sherman's army and no, on duty With General
Thomas will Immediately join their respective
commands. near Savannah, by way OF New \ ork
The Quagtefmasteg II New York will furnish
transportation.
By order ol The Secretary OF Wal
(Signei: l.. ID. TowNsnNp,
&
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-22

TIVE would again say that for an elegant
pair Of boots. for gentleman's use. or for a
beautiful. delicate and fashionable shoe for u
lady. the we'll known establishment Of A. L,ntx,
West Washington street, south side. east OF the
Palmer House. IL precisely the place to visit.
Christmas 10 coming.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-22

T-Msdame English, We learn left the city
last evening Tor the East. whence she will dis
patch agents To Europe. with instructions Ia pro
eeed. " necessary, 10 Africa and China, by way
Of Cons,sntinople. 10 order 10 procure eurosities
for her Museum The Indiana State Museum IL
the chief point Of attraction IN this city At this
present time
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-22

TT Heitkam. the great merchant tailor Of In
disnspolis. having an extensive assortment OF
most beautiful goods. which he j. prepared. with
the assistance OF his cutter. who is a gifted ar
tisi to make up IN fashionable style. upon the
order of any gentleman. daily receives his pat
rons at his place of business, North Illinois
street. opposite the Bates House We would
hint To friends to Inspect Heitkams elegant
fabrics before purchasing elsewhere.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-22

fE- Three hundred rebel officers. including
two origadier generals-one OF them the famous
johnson captured recently under Hood-en route
for JOhnson's Island. and also eight hundred
privaies Us car losds) on their way to Chicago.
passed through the city Yesterday The officers
and men looked better, and were 10 all respects
IN better condition than any previous Instalment
OF rebels. There was no demonstration upon
their advent. Quietly ,hey came and quietly
they departed
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-22

eTWeIeh. the gifted nIidermist at the Indi
ana State Museum, has on exhibition beautiful
loon. shot TO death With musketry by George
Washington Pitts the celebrated ice king on
the Central Canal a few days since. WEIGH has
stuffed IL. and he can stun any other specimens
OF animated nature his fellow citizens. male or
female. call upon him 10 perform
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-22

SsELLINe ran Carr Not Charleston. nor
Petersburg. but our own city !. now being shellcd
BY Hunt. the Auctioneer. AZ III East Washington
street Beng 40 experienced marksman, cor.
siderable excitement is felt hy our citizens In the
result They do not seem % tire Of IL. however.
a. the crowds dslv and nightly testify In -.
Der earnest We desire particularly TO call the At.
teuton of our readers 20 the beautiful collection
noe 90 exhibition. and which Nl be sod this
afternoon 1t o'clock. and To- night at Z O'Clock
" They are cell worth . vist
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-22

tKThe ball OF tho Hebrew Benevolent soeIt
ETY. last night al Masonic Hall Was al affair long
TO be remembered. II was. IN truth. one Of the
pleasantest affairs Of the winter And II could
hardly have been otherwise. for accomplished
gentlemen and beautiful and accomplished ladies
had the direction Of things
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-22

tE Messrs Bowen. Stewart L Co have a
magnificent assortment of books and other srti
eles IN their line intended expressly Tor holiday
gift. They have not only rare and beautiful
specimens OF the tyPogra phical art. but works
adopted to every ace aud tor almost every condi
ton N lite We recommend all Who intend 20
make Christmas gifts 20 examine the stock OF
Bowen. Stewart 4 Co, before making purchases
Ne feel conhden, they will not fail to find
something appropriate and valuable for - offer
Ia of either friendship or affection.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-22

tFBoy's very heavy solcd boots. that will
enable Young master to slash around in snow
and mud without any danger Of getting his feet
vet, For sale by X +. MAY. in Wiley's Block
No 40 North Pennsylvania street, opposite Odd
Fellows Hall
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-22

~ Don't forget the Fair aud Festival of the
Fifth PRESBYTERIAN Church (German) which will
take place 1T Masonic Hall. commencing on the
evening of the 23d inst. and closing or Christ.
mas Eve Undoubtedly the affair will be one OF
the most pleasant and delightful See announce
ment elsewhere
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-22

CF- Yesterday over the indianapolis and Gin
cinnat railroad travel vas interrupted because
ss We understand freight train ran Oft tho
track At Hsrmans Station and pilsd i,self up in
wreck and ruin. Trains, We are authorized t.
state. will run with accustomed regularity when
the obstruction il removed
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-22

METROPOLITAN TnKsrRK The great play of
Ambition. or The Tomb. The Throne and The
Scsfold to night. and for one night only. Mr
Proctor. Mr.. Riley. Miss Cushman aud oil the
company appear
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-22

iva gres, lunch, to which all the citizens u
Indianapolis. without distinction of religious zen
timent-. ate Invited. will be set to dav At 10 A.
N at the Circle" North Meridian street. Of
which George Rhodius l. the high toned aud
moral proprietor
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-22

gE-T To night. 81 Washington Hall. mas.
auerade ball. under the auspices OF gallant young
gentlemen, Ia announced Most indubitsbly the
occasion will DO one Of the most brilliant that
has ever occurred IN this city
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-22

Srv YosK, December 81

Gold weak and dull. both side. being indi.posed
TO operate The price AZ 1890 A; N. opened AZ
222i. and went up to o27 bu, declined again 10
2237e
Foreign exchange quiet
The loan market WAS active Tn roasequencs
OF the large subscription TO the rgovernmen,
bonds
La,e-,-At caiiagher's nrshssss gold ~ss
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-22

A special dispatch TO the Post. dated " sshing
ton. says: The Secretary of the Treasury has de
cided 10 issue another hundred millions of 10 40
bonds, interest payable in gold.
special to the Commercial from Washing
ton, says: Il il understood that tue President
will promote Rear Admiral Farrsgut TO the
newly created rank Of Vice Admiral
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-22

tEr snow. hail. rain aud sleet fell all around
about this region Of the united universe yester
day, and therefore II may readily be imagined
that. la the absence OF thunder aud lightning We
had generally . remarkably comfortably time
AZ IA
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-22

II The big headed baby is still playing star
engagement at the Indiana State Museum All
mothers aud fathers look unon IL twenty i've
cents worth and wonder iner plcably
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-22

~ Two hundred drafted men and substitutes
for the l2th Indiana. have been forwarded during
the week.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-22

IN The great Bohemian Jukes still holds
forth, ~e understand. At the Indiana State M
scum Go and see him lie is absolutely won.
derful.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-22

eEVepison IL abundant in this market. and
hipmenss are made daily to various other poin's
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-22

II To morrow. unless otherwise ordered by
the President. four men will be shot 10 death
With musketry at camp Burnside. in this vi
cinity.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-22

u Shall indianapolis be lighted after the
sun and moon have gone down with petroleum
or gasf That - the question.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-22

CFA new switch foe the accommodation Of
the travel along the street railroad on Illinois
street. has been laid on the northern part OF the
roule
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-22

tFA large supply Of purely imported wines
ard bra nJies for medical use ONLY a. Senour's
drug store, No. 5 Bates House Block
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-22

FoH sALs.-One hundred -ell-impTo,sd farm,
n lllinois For particulars apply to
PRLsros / bRo.
AsoS nsssss Vile. os.-fs 10 ilhssss.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-22

eE For fine fancy soaps go 10 Senour's, Drug
gist. Bates House Block. Wet Washington
street
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-22

WAsnIseroS, December u The Post Ofbce
Depart ment has just received the following dis
patch from rs special agent:
FORTRESS MoNRoE. Dec 20.
Hon. " Dennison, + VI G.:
| have just arrived here Jeff Gen. sherman
on the evening of the 10th The great mail was
distributed to the army that day The bes! Of
health and spirits prevailed
Signed A II MAINLAND,
Special Agent.
The navy department has received a commu
nica,ion from Com Parker Of the Potomac 10.
tila in which he says:
Learning lron the provost marshal OF Balii
more that the enemy were massng boats on
Coon river for the purpose OF making raid ON
The BAY. sent the Cour de Leon aud Mercury
thithcr. on the 18th. under command of Acting
Master Morris. who found 81 large boats and two
scows, all of which we're captured
The home guards in force made show of &c
estance but were driven on
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1864-12-22
from buffalo

BuFrALo, v Y. December 2l.-A heavy
snow storm has prevailed all day. which still
continues 1t extends east aud has delayed the
trains.