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The daily register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1863-1864, 1864-02-24

The RECEPTION SUPPRRs, APPRoPRIA-
TIoNs, &c.-In the House of Delegates yes
terday Mr. Wheat introduced resolution
instructing the committee on Executive
Offices to enquire and report what DISPOSE
ton had beer, made of the funds ($5,0O0)
appropriated to defray the expenses OF the
reception suppers given 70 the yeserans.
Being asked his reasons for introducing
such a resolution, Mr.. w. said the reception
committee had drawn over three hundred
dollars from the State treasury to pay the
expenses of the reception supper given to
the First Virginia Cavalry This supper
was given about week before the Legis-
tare appropriated the $4,000, and purported
to have been given by the citizens of
Wheeling, but the money had nevertheless
been paid by the State. Mr.. W. was in ia
vor Of giving the First Cavalry supper at
the expense of tho State, but he diu not
want the State to pay for that supper as
the debts were contracted by the "recep-
ton committee" before the appropriation
was made -,..t
Mr. Ross defended the committee and
citizens of Wheeling he did not believe
they bad drown the money for the supper,
which had been gotten up and given by the
patriotic citizens of the city. He wished a
full investigation Of the whole affair, as he
was confident that when all the facts were
brought out, the committee would be found
all right. Er ##4G
Mr.. Wheat said he kasso the money had
oeen paid from the State Treasury, as he
had seen the Auditor audit the account,
which had been approved by the Governor.
These reception suppers had not been got,
ten up for the benefit of citizens; when he
voted for the appropriation he had no idea
the Committee and their friends, and the
secesh ladies of Wheeling were going to have
grand Notification with it; the money was
for the soldiers New table covers and new
knives and forks had been purchased tor
each supper, and Mr. ". desired to know
where the articles had gone to. Members
of the Legislature had been deprived I
seats, while citizens of Wheeling had re-
ceived every attention at every supper
Many other members of the House spoke
on the subject, when the resolution was re-
ferred. Astounding devhlOpements may be
anticipated, if we judge from the remarks
made in the House yesterday.
The daily register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1863-1864, 1864-02-24

NEW OPTICAL INsTITUTE.-M. Polachek
Practical Oculist and Spectacle maker has
opened an Office in this city where be in
vites the public, especially those afflicted
with bad eyesight, to call and get his cele
brated PERIScoPIc CRYSTAL SPECTACLEs for
preserving and strengthening the sight. He
warrants his Glasses to suit in all case
curing weakness and dizziness. His repu'
tation as reliable Optician can be attested
by over 500 certificates from very prominent
men, also from the press. Also, Field and
Opera Glasses, Microscopes and all kinds Of
Optical instruments. -r.-
Office, Monroe street, at Shaffer's Jewel
~ Store. dec2S3m
The daily register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1863-1864, 1864-02-24

The RIVER is falling, with four feet and
a half water in the channel.
About dusk last evening large cakes OF
floating ice might have been seen passing
the city, which convinced US that the river
had opened few miles above. 1t is not q
general break up, however, as the ice could
be seen but for q short time The mild
weather of the past day or two, will soon
.'play smash" with the ice in the streams
in this section. -- ~
The daily register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1863-1864, 1864-02-24
The Freedom Convention.

LOUISVILLE, Feb. 22.-Tbe Freedom
Convention assembled at noon in the U. 5.
Court room. About 100 delegates were
present from Kentucky, Missouri, Tenues-
see and Arkansas. The Convention was
organized by the election of Hon. W. P.
Thomas, of KY, President and NJ. M. Bren,
of Tenn, T. W. Wolf, Of Ark, J. L Nixon,
of XIV, Jno. Mcneil, of Mo-, Vice Presi-
dents and J. S. Fowler, Of Tenn, Jas. Tas
sew, of Mo-, J. W. Campbell, of KY, and
Maj. L. j. Barnes, Of Ark, Secretaries.
The Sec'y read communication inviting
the convention en- masse to attend laying
tbs corner stone of the Union soldiers
monument at Cape Hill Cemetery. A com.
mittee Of three from each State represented
were appointed to draft resolutions.
The Convention adjourned at O'Clock
in the afternoon to meet at 7 this evening
to hear an address from Chas. ID. Drake, of
Mo-, which was brief tut eloquent. Sub
sequent to which the committee on resolu-
,ions not having reported, the Convention
adjourned till tomorrow at 10 o'clock
During the afternoon session of the Coli
vention the following circular was distribu.
ted among several of the members
WASHINGTON, D g., Feb. 18, ga
Sr-The movements recently made
throughout the country to secure the nomi-
nation of President Lincoln, render neces
sary some counteraction on the part of the
unconditional friends Of the Union who
differ from the policy of his administration.
So long as no efforts are made to forestall
the political action Of the people it was both
wise and patriotic for all true friends Of the
government to devote their influence to the
suppression of the rebellion, but when it
becomes evident that party machinery of
official influence are being used to secure the
continuance of the present administration
those who believe that the interests Of the
country and of freedom demand change
in favor of vigor and purity have no choice
but to appeal at once to the people, before
1t shall be too late, to secure a fair discus.
81, of principles Those in behalf of
whom this communication is made have
thoughtfulIy surveyed the political field
and have arrived at the following conclu
sion. lst: That even were the election Of
Mr.. Lincoln desirable it is practically i'm .
possible against the Union influences which
win oppose him. Cd: That should he be
re.elecfed his manifest tendency towards
compromise and temporary expeditions OF
policy will become stronger during his sec.
oud term than il has been in the first, and
the cause of human liberty and the dignity
and honor Of the nation suffer proportion
ately while the war may continue 70 lang
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uish during his whole administration till
the publid debt shall become burden too
great to be borne Sd: That the patronage
Of the government through the necessities
OF the war has been SO rapidly increased
md ID such. an enormous extent and 50
loosely placed as to render the applications
of the ene-term principle absolutely essen
tiRl to The safety Of our republican institus
tons. .4th; That we find united in Hon.
g! r. Chase more Of the qualities needed in
President during the next four years than
are combined In any other available candi-
date. His record classes unimpeachabls,
showing him ito be )a0 statesman of rare
ability and an administrator of the very
highest order, while his private character
furnishes the surest attHinable guarantee Of
economy and purify in the arrangement of
public affairs. 5th: That the discussion Of
the Presidential question already com
menced BY the friends of Mr.. Lincoln has
developed popularity, and strength in MIR.
Chase unexpected even to bis warmest ad-
mirers and while we are aware that his
strength is at present unorganized and in no
condition to manifest its real magnitude, we
are satisfied that it only needs systematic
and faithful effort to develop it to an extent
sufficient to overcome all opposing obsta-
cles. For three reasons tie friends Of Mr..
Chase have determined on measures which
shall present bis claims fairly and at
once to the country. A central organi
cation has been effected which already
has its connections 10 all the States
and the object of which Is to enable
his friends everywhere most effectually to
promote his election to the Presidency, we
wish the hearty Co operation of all those in
favor of the speedy reconstruction of the
Union upon the basis of universal freedom,
and who desire an administration of the
government during the first period of its
new life which shall to the fullest extent
develope the capacity of free institutions;
enlarge the resources of the country; dimin-
ish the burdens of taxation; elevate the
standard of public and private morality;
vindicate the honor of the Republic before
the world; and in all things make
our American Nationality the fair
est ample for imitation which
human progress has ever believed You
can render aid by organizing your section
and CORRESPONDING with the chairman OF
tho National Executive Committee.
+ Very respectfully, S. PoMERoY;
Chairman.
The daily register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1863-1864, 1864-02-24
Arrival Of More Prisoner

FORTRESS MONROE, Feb. pa despatch
just received by the Commanding Genera
frem Col. West, at Williamsburg, says, the
following officers escaped from Richmond
have arrived at Williamsburg. Col. Chas
W Tilden, 18th Mass, Maj. Hooper, 18th
Mass, Capt. Chamberlain, 9th N. Y, 1t
Randolph, 5th U. S A., and Capt. Fisher o
the signal corps. This makes so in all who
have arrived here in safety.
Richmond papers Of to-day state that
they have recaptured AZ. This leaves II
still ort
The daily register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1863-1864, 1864-02-24

1T IS ASTONISHING the amount of business
that A. NJ Adams & Co., do. One OF the
firm is East every four or five weeks and if
there is any new styles of cloths, cassimers
or vestings they are the first to have it,
and of the best quality. Persons in want
of the best article of clothing and at fair
prices had better call and examine their
endless variety of cassimeres and vestings.
Their facilities for cutting and maxim &
fashionable garments are nnequaled in the
CITY for taste and style. nov l4.6m
The daily register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1863-1864, 1864-02-24
TRY ROSENTHAL,
HENRY ROSENTHAL,
Nos 1s7, Southwest Cor. OF Market Square
and Union ST., Wheeling, w. ",
- s; 8 Importer and Dealer in
FOREIGN AND DOMESTIC
WINES AND LIQUORS.

DEGS leave to call the attention of the public
d to his large and well assorted stock Of French
Brsndies. Jamaica Rum, Holland Gins, Scotch
and Irish Whiskies, Port, Sherry, Madeira ami
Claret Wines, Sparkling Catawbas aud Cham
,pagnes. =. .sE5,a
r. Also, to his large stock Of Domestic Liquors,
as Cherry, Blackberry, Raspberry, Apple and
Peach Brandics, Bourbon and Rye Whskies,
Stomach and Cocktail Bitters; also 10 my eeieora'
/ also manufacture and keep constantly on
hand a large stock Of prime Cider Vinegar, to
which, together With tho above choice brands Of
LIQUOR, / would invite the special attention OF
country dealers and the public generally
feZO-ly
The daily register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1863-1864, 1864-02-24

FouND.-The hand of Mr.. john Belville
which was blown off on Sunday while the
salute to the veterans was being fired, was
found in fat boat at the lower end Of the
wharf yesterday, several hundred yards
from the spot where the cannon stood.
The daily register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1863-1864, 1864-02-24

The stone.masons Of Pittsburg and vicin-
ity have demanded an increase Of wages OF
thirty per cent. over present prices, the
increase to be paid from and after the first
Of March next A resolution was adopted
nrsing The diaArent Railroad Companies to
pay their stone.mssons every two weeks,
and not every, two months, Is at present.
The daily register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1863-1864, 1864-02-24

We are pleased to see that the Young
Mems Christian Association has decided to
open Depository here for the sale and dis
tribution of Bibles, Testaments, etc., ETC.,
in this section Of country. From present
indications, We Judge the good work will
be in operation before the first of April.
The daily register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1863-1864, 1864-02-24

4 The GLASS Blowers resumed their en-.
tertainments last evening at Washington
Hall, A grand matinee will be given this
afternoon as three O clock, for the accom-
mediation of old folks and children.
The daily register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1863-1864, 1864-02-24

A NUMBER Of american citizens of Afri.
can descent" came down on the Hemp6eld
Road Yesterday, on their way to New
Brighton, Pa, where they expect to join
the army.
The daily register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1863-1864, 1864-02-24
Local and State News.
I. q. O. f..

The members Of Franklin Lodge No. l3, are
hereby notified to meet at Odd Fellows Hal, TO-
day, february 24) at one clock P NJ, to pay the
last tribute of respect to our deceased Brother,
George T. Airos. The members Of sister Lodges
and Encampments, and all sojoufning Brothers in
good standing, are respectfully invited to attend.
-. 81, FAIRS, Ssc'y,
Wheeling, Feb. "a. LIT
The daily register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1863-1864, 1864-02-24

Fun To-NIcHr.-Prof. Oldfeld's 0Fera
and Variety Troupe will open at Lafayette
Hall tonight.
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A letter to the World, dated Newberl
Feb. 10th, says. ~
The Rebels are said to be now at Kings
ton. Their force is estimated at 10000.
An expedition is being organized to dis
lodge them. 1915 ..,.--.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1864-09-29
TELEGRAPHlC NEWS.
FROM TENNESSEE.
Battle with Forrest Expected-Heavy
Skirmi Shins ooiuo nm

Battle with Forrest Expected-Heavy
Skirmishing going on.
NASHVILLE, Sept. 27-General Rssseau
reached Pulaski yesterday D. m. Forests
1orce was within seven miles of Pulaski, and
advancing. Heavy skrmishtag continued until
after dark, by the advance OF both forces
a telegram received here at ten O'Clock this
morning reports the enemy still near Pulaski,
IN lorce, and that cavalry fighting had been
going on all morning.
Reinforcements Of infantry having arrived,
the probabilities are that general engagement
Will take place to-day.
Communication between Nashville and
Atlanta UndistuPbed
CHATTANOOGA, Sept 27.-The Nashville and
and ample provisions have been taken to keep
up an uninterrupted communication between
Nashville and Atlanta
Brigadier Gen. Newton, in the absence of
Major Gen. Steadman, was to-day assigned to
the District OF Etowah.
Another Account.
NASHVILLE, Sept. PA dispatch from Pu-
laski to Capt. Milroy here says Gen. Rosseau
was heavily pressed by Forrest, and was
slowly falling back. There is a report that
an attempt is being made by the enemy, with
3,OOO men and six guns, TO flank General Ros.
seau.' Ihere was heavy skirmishing all day,
the enemy advancing. Our infantry and cav
airy were in line of battle, and would attack
the rebels
A scout at Franklin, Tenn, reports Col. Bif-
fe with q large force Of Wheeler's men between
Williamsport and Hillsboro.
A dispatch from Columbia says on that day
(26th) Biff1e was at Lawrenceburg with 700
men and two guns.
The report that Johnsonville on the Tennes-
preparations have been made for its defence if
attacked.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1864-09-29
PPLEBY PARM, NEAR
IA CAMBRIDGE, DORCHESTER CO., MD,
FOR SALE

will sell at auction at the Court House door,
in Cambridge, on SATURDAY, Sth of October,
Appleby Farm, my present residence, containing
about $50 acres of land 100 acres of which is arab
in high state of cultivation; the balance 90 acres
in timber, from which GOO cords of wood may be
cut, and leave enough for the farm.
This farm adjOins the beautiful and pleasant
town of Cambridge, and has on it a commodious
dwelling, four rooms on the first and second floors
each an attic and cellar. pantry, kitchen and quar-
ter connected; an office on the lawn, Overseer's
house, ice house, and all necessary out houses a
fine garden, large lawn, and young orchard of
select fruit trees.
60 desirable . farm and residence is rarely for
sale. Persons wishing to purchase are hereby in
vited to come and the pace; those on the Wes-
tern Shore can reach it BY steamer from Balti-
more on Wednesday or Saturday and return the
next day. The sale will take place after the sr.
rival of the steamboat on Saturday, the 9Th day Of
October-say about o'cleck p. m.
Terms; Sl0,0 900 cash, or in few days. the balance
on time to suit.
The Wheat Crop will be seeded in due season.
The Stock and Farming Utensils on the farm
THOMAS II. HICKS.
Sc % eotd Cambridge, Nd
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u 1oPo SAILS 1oR LOAN
rlsAsuar DspAlrxrH,.Jul,

T1BAsURY DRPAlfMkNf j uly H, lSo4'
Netice is hereby given that subscriptions VA
De received By the Treasurer OF IN neUnited S'seo'
the several Assistant Tressurers and Deaena.ed
pepostories and BY the National Banks dssi snsted
nd qualified as Depostories and Financial Agentsa
or Treasury Notes payable three years from
August Is, 1864, bearing interest ct the rate Of
seven and three tenths per cent. per annum. with
semi annual coupons attached. payable In lawful
msney.
T,..ss pe,ss Win be convertible at the option Of
the holder At maturity into six per cent. gold
h..,,n1 hands redeemable after five and payable
twenty years from Augustl5 1867.
Tbs Notes will be issued in the denomin. .rfon = n
efty. one hundred. sve hundred, one thouaand An
ave thousand dollars. and will be issued in blank
or payable TO order may be directed By the SUBJ
scribeTs.
All subscription must DO for ffty dollars, or
some multiple OF 6fty dollars.
Duplicate certificates will be issued for all depos
ites. The party depositinR must endorse upon the
original certificate the demo mination of notes
or payable TO order. When 30 endorsed 1t must be
left with the oficer receiving the deposit, to be
forwarded to this Department.
The notes will be transmitted to the owners free
OF transportation charges after the receipd
of the original Certihcst es Of Deposit az they can
be prepared.
Interest win Be allowed to August Is on all
deposits made prior to that date. and will be paid
by the Department upon receipt Of the original
certificates.
As the notes draw interest from August l5, Per
eons making deposits subsequent to that date
must pay the interest accrued from date Of note to
date of deposit.
Parties depositing twenty i've thousand dollars
and upwards for these notes at any one time viii
be allowed q commission Of one quarter OF one Per
cent, which will be paid By this Department upon
receipt of bill for the amount, certified to By
oficer with whom the deposit was made No
deductions for commissions must be made from
the deposits.
Oficers receiving deposits will see that the
proper endorse ents are made upon the original
certificates.
AL officers authorized to receive deposits are
requested to give applicants all desired informa
tion, and afford every facility for making sub
Beriptions. W.P. FESSENDEN,
jy6-tf Secretary Of the Treasury.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1864-09-29
FROM MISSOURI,

Demonstration on Pilot Knob-PossibIe
Dash into St. .Louis-Reported Capture of
Trains, etc.
ST. LOUIS, Sept. PA slight demonstration
was made by the rebels on Pilot Knob this
morning. They threw a few shells into the
place, but made no regular attack.
The post is defended with breastworks,
mounting heavy guns, and can resist an ordi.
nary assault. Gen. Ewing commands.
The Invasion a Formidable One.
ST. LOUIS, Sept. 28.-Nothing has been heard
from Pilot Knob since yesterday morning,
when Big River bridge, about fifty miles from
here, was burned by the rebels, and communi-
cation cut off.
Up to that time General Ewing successfully
repulsed the attacks of the enemy, and succeed
ed In sending two trains OF commissary stores
away.
At last accounts, it was believed that Ewing
could maintain his position, unless assailed by
Overwhelming numbers, or by the enemy
planting cannon upon Sheppard mountain and
other eminences in the vicinity, which com.
mand our Notifications. He has plenty of pro-
visions, and good supply of water
General Smiths infantry advance has been
Withdrawn from Mineral Point to Desdo.
train OF fifty empty wagons, sent from
Pilot Knob yesterday a. m, for Mineral Point,
mad not reached that place before comm unica-
tlon was cut. 1t is supposed they were cap
tured.
1t is not believed that the demonstrations on
Pilot Knob, and the Iron Mountain railroad
are feints to cover the movement of Price 3
main force in another direction, probably
against Rollo, thence to the central part of the
State.
1t is also believed that Shelby's cavalry will
make desperate effort to dash into st. Louis
after the fashion Of Forrest into Memphis.
A passenger train which left here yesterday
morning for north Missouri was captured by
Bill Andersons bushwhackers. TWenty-one
soldiers were taken out and murdered
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CALIFORNIA AND MExJCO.

Reported Defeat of the French at Du.
rang0-C0tton Cultivation in SinaIoa-
Rejoicings over Shefidan's Victory.
SAN FRANCISCO, Sept 26-The steamer John
l.. Stephens brings advices from Northwest
bullion.
The Mexican troops are reported to have
gained decided success in Durango CITY, IT
mas probably been evacuated by the French,
who were greatly outnumbered.
Eight or ten thousand acres Of cotton are
under cultivation in Sinaola, with fine pros
pect.
Four men were killed by lightning at Mazat-
Ian.
There is great rejoicing in California over
Sheridan's victories.
Greenbacks are selling at 52a53c per dol
lar
Sailed, ship Daniel Marcy, Hong Kong, with
$4,000 In bullion from Chinese shippers.
Confidence in American bottoms for Chinese
trade is greatly reduced.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1864-09-29

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