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Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1865-1869, 1865-05-17

ANUsENEyTs.-The Circus attractions, at
the corner OF Main and Third streets, over
shadow everything else in the amusement
line. The pavalion was crowded yesterday
afternoon, and last evening, and the wonder
full feats of the acrobats, gymnasts, vaulters,
leapers, trained dogs, and monkeys, created
turore Of excitement and interest among
the juveniles.
Messrs. Stone & Rosston, the proprietors,
are afording the citizens Of Richmond rare
treat in the innocent and reyivify perform
ances which characterize these shows. They
will be continued during the week, afternoon
and evening.
Wrsy's Combination Troupe, at Metropoli-
tan Hall, continue to present their usual at
fractions.
Sharpley's Minstrels still hold out at the
New Theatre. They attract so so audiences.
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1865-1869, 1865-05-17
RICHMOND WING,
WSI. INA SMITH, Proprietor.
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WEDNESDAY MORNING. NAY Il, 1866.
The Work Bsfors Us

Selfreliance is the chief element Of sue
cess. Dependency often defeats the best
Of objects. In the train Of war has followed
sadness and much to discourage, and TO some
the future is full Of gloom aud distress; but
il should be remembered that the most try
ing di thculties can be overcome. As with
individuals, 50 it is with communities, and
States. endorsements come upon all but
y Kind Providence vouchsafeS the means OF
extrication which will ensure relief when
ever we exert ourselves. We must not
stand idle and wait for Jupiter to come to
our aid. We should not expect sudden
transformation from the condition in which
war leaves Us 10 that Of peace and undis-
turbed prosperity. II We postpone action and
fail TO use the means AZ our disposal, nc
m after Low small or Insignificant they may
appear to be, we will fail to obtain the relief
so eagerly desired. Every man who would
prosper must ''rol up his sleeveS"-metI-
phorically, at least. He mus. exert all the
powers Of his mind and body, and give
eheertully and freely al Of his ability,
whether it consists in wealth, talents or la
Dor, in faithful efforts TO restore order, as
sist in the establishment Of good govern
msut, in rebuilding our cities and towns,
and In the revival OF agriculture.
Let no one be deferred from the Obliga-
lions he owes the community, the State and
himself, because he may consider his arm
feeble and uDimpOrtsnt. Whatever he can do
IS demanded Of him as a social duty, and it
is a serious error to stand with folded arms
when there Is 50 much to claim all the eff
forts We can make.
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1865-1869, 1865-05-17
LETTING IN LOUDoUN COUNTY.

Al a meeting Of the loyal citizens Of Lou
douu county, held in Waterford on Satur-
day, May 6, 1865, for the purpose of organ
iziug the county, s. B. T. Caldwell was
called TO the Chair, and II. q. Brown and
Robert /. Hollingsworth were elected Secre-
tsrieS.
The Chairman having stated the object of
the meeting in a speech that reflected the
Union sentiment ofthe county, and met with
the most cordial aPprobAtiOn-on motion of
VIM. =. Nercier, a committee Of seven Was
appointed 70 report business for the action of
the meeting. The chairman appointed
Nessrs. Mercier, JAnney, Taylor, McDOn-
ougn, Brown, Williams, and HOugh said
committee.
The committee reported the following pre-
amble aud resolutions a. an exponent Of the
Union element Of Loudoun, and recon-
mended the call of a Convention to meet at
Hamilton on the 18th instant, in order to
nominate suitable officers for the county.
Mr.. Msrcier offered the following reSOlu-
ton
Rssolusd, That the Secretary be instructed
10 publish she preamble and resolutions
passed by this meeting in the Alexandra
State Journal, Richmond Wing, Baltimore
American aud Washington Chronicle.
Mr.. Jsnney offered 80 amendment, which
was accepted by the mover, that 500 copies
Of the preamble and resolutions, together
with the article in the Constitution on the
Elective Franchise, be published for distri-
button
Whereas, in the government handed down
to Us By our fathers, certain powers were
delegated T. the United States, Is clearly
expressed in the CONSTITUTE on thereof, and
fairly deducibie thereirOm, which we're de-
signed to be the supreme Law Of the land
throughout our whole country, anything in
the Constitution or laws Of any State to the
contrary notwithstanding
And whereas, 10 the Constitution afore-
said. provisions were inserted whereby such
alterations aud amendments IS experience
might suggest IS proper could be made, but
10 mode OF procedure pointed out for its
overthrow, or looking 10 the destruction Of
the nation Of which il was the grand char
ter, the inference is plain that for any per-
son OF persons " ehuSAtoE " suV'eEt ZIG
same, was to commit the highest Of all
crimes known to civilized nations, that Of
treason; and such SubversiOn could only be
effected by that revolutionary right inherent
in all nations aud peoples, aud for . resort
TO which we can cite no act OF oppression
in the history Of our country - sufficient
Justification;
And whereas, portion Of the people Of
Virginia, acting under the advice Of design
ing and unprineipled men, or oVeraEed BY
the presence Of large bodies Of armed troops,
we're induced either to approve OF or ,Qui-
.sce IN the so-called Ordinance OF Secession,
-ossed bv a Convention held in the city Of
Riebmond, by which it was claimed that the
Sat. had seeded from under the Govern
9 men, aud jurisdiction Of the United States /;
And whereas, the Federal Government,
from want of timely foresight, or other
causes. was not in any condition to ENFORCE
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1865-1869, 1865-05-17
THE CITY.
OFFICIAL DIRECTORY.

OFFlClAb DlhEO1OhI.
Major General Halleck's headquarters are at
the corner of Clay and Twelfth streets.
Major Gen. e. o. c. Ord, commanding the De.
partmept Of Virginia. Headquarters corner Of
Clay and Eleventh streets. Office in Custom
House, second Aoor-Bank street entrance.
Brig. Gen. N. r. Patrick, Provost Marshal
General Department of Virginia. Headquarters
corner Clay and 18th streets. Office in Female
Institute, 10th street, between Clay and Mar.
shall first floor.
Major General Casey's headquarters arc at the
corner Of Sixth and Main streets. ga -..
Brevet Brig. Gen. John 3. Milford, Agent for
the Exchange Of Prisoners has an Office at the
southeast corner of Broad and 9Th streets, up
stairs. sItf VA. lakyt "a
Breyet Brig. Gen. Niche, Chief Engineer De-
partment of Virginia. ONCE Medical College,
corner Marshall and 18th streets.
Brig. Gen. p. 7. Dent, Military Commander
of the city of Richmond Office, City Hall.
Surgeon B. Loughran, Chief Medical Officer Of
Post-City Hall
Lieut.. II. S. Merrill, Post Quartermasteri Of
fee, Female Institute, Tenth street.
Capt. A. J. Cook, Post Commissary; ONCE,
No. lib Broad street. ....
Col. NJ. P. Small, Chief COmmissary Depart.
nent of Virginia. Office, corner Sth and Clay
streets.
Capt. G. f. scoville, Paroling Officer Office,
Hall of Delegates, second floor Capitol Building.
Colonel John B. Howard Chief Quartermaster
Al. L.. Ia On IN fha Eaur a. Ia
Institate.
Col Geo. suckley, U. s. ", Medical Director
Of Department of Virginia. Office in Custom
House.
Acting STAT Surgeon VIM. H. Palmer, o. s..
A., Post Surgeon, at Stuart Hospital.
Acting Assistant Surgeon Sanders, o. 8. A.,
In charge o. s. Dispensary, corner Broad and
Eighth streets.
Major J. G. Paine, Chief Signal Officer. ONCE
Southeast corner of Broad and Ninth streets.
Captain Fred. Martin, Chief Commissary of
Musters, Department of Virginia. ONCE 10th
street, second door from Capitol.
Brig. Gen. Ludlow's Once, Baptist College,
Louisiana Hospital.) Broad street.
Lieut.. Col. Frederick D. Manning, Provost
Marshal Army of the James, and President of
Relief Commission. ONCE corner of Broad and
10th streets, (old passport ofice.)
Major Gen. John Gibbon, commanding oath
Army Corps. Headquarters River road, (con'
tinuation of Cary street, one mile from the city.
DISTRICT OF THE APPoMATTox, Headquarters
at Manchester.
1t. Col. John Coughlin, 10th n. II. Vols, com
handing.
Capt Abel f. Leavenworth, 9th Vt. Vols, act
ing Assistant sdjutant General.
Officers are respectfully requested to inform Us
Of any errors or omissions In the above directory.
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1865-1869, 1865-05-17

TIE LEASING OF THE EXCHANGE HoTEL.-
As por announcement, Messrs. Harrison,
Goddin g. Apperson, auctioneers, put up for
lease, at noon yesterday, the extensive es-
Enlistment known as the Exchange Hotel,
opposite the Ballard House, corner of Frank
lin and l4th streets. Mr.. Goddin, known to
every citizen of Richmond, was the auction
eer,' and at the appointed hour he appeared,
announced the terms of sale, and went on
very naturally to expatiate upon the mani
fold advantages that must arise to the fortu
nate lessee of the Exchange, an hotel that,
in former days, had led them all in point of
patronage and attraction. There was
pretty good attendance of spectators, but
thore seemed to be no bidders. Several
gentlemen, who are known to have had an
eye to the leasing of the hotel, were absent,
in New York, we understood; therefore, the
offer went by default, and the hotel was
withdrawn by those interested, to be put up
again the I'd of June. The terms of the
leasing are very liberal, and we hope to see
them accepted when the Exchange is again
up for lease.
A store-room under the hotel, IL fe ct by
about 40 feet, was rented for $3.50 per month
Capitalists, who wish to invest in hotel en-.
terprises, are notified that the Ballard House
is for sale.
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1865-1869, 1865-05-17
PrRsovAL.-Col. George Il. Hart, of Go

PERsoNAL.-Col. George Il. Hart, of Gov.
Francis Pierpont's staff, has arrived in the
city, and is stopping at the Spotswood.-
Col. Hart comes to the city in advance Of
his Excellcncy, the Governor, who, 1t is
expected, will follow in the course of the
week. Col. Hart, who will occupy con.
spicuous and influential position in the new
State Government, is gentleman of wide
culture and great geniality Of manners, and
his accession to Richmond will be regarded
with favor. During the business hours of
the day Col. Hart may be found, for the
present, at the New York Herald Rooms,
corner of 10th and Clay streets.
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1865-1869, 1865-05-17

New AUCTION AND COMMISSION HOUSE,
Mr.. d. S. Hufiard has determined to resume
business at his old stand 1.-THE "Iron Front'')
on Governor street. He will conduct the
auction and commission business, in its yari-
Gus branches, and will have the assistance of
experienced statesmen. The eligible location
of Mr.. Huiiard's store, and its spacious pro-
portions, render it one of the best stands in
the city for the exhibition and sale of mer-
chandise, and We doubt not the concern will
receive large consignments. Mr.. Hufard's
extensive acquaintance throughout the coun-
try, and familiarity with mercantile bust
ness, will ensure him success in his new I'M
dertaking.
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1865-1869, 1865-05-17

REoRG AVIATION IN TIE SOUTH.-AdViCes
from New Orleans represent that gratifying
disposition ia being manifested by the former
secesi ZION sympSthiZeTs and absttors, TO accept
the logic Of events, and submit 10 the authority
Of the United States laws. Letters have cen
written and addresses made by former secession.
lists and officers in the rebel armies urging up n
their friends and fellow.townsmen the duty Of
foregoing further opposition and calling upon
them 10 cooperate in the work of removing the
rubbish Of the dead past that still clogs the
living present. These persons seem TO recognize
the great social and p Iltical changes induced
by the civil war, and appear disposed TO conform
70 them in good faith, aud rec ommend their
neighhors TO folio ' their example. Louisville
Journal
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1865-1869, 1865-05-17

The ITALIAN VICE CoNsUL.-The Presi-
dent has officially recognized Daniel Won
Grooming as Vice Consul of Italy, at Rich
mond, and declares him "fee to exercise
and enjoy such functions, powers, and privi-
leges, as are allowed to Vice Consuls by the
law of nations, or by the laws Of the United
States, and existing treaty stipulations be-
tween the Government of Italy and the Uni
ted States,n
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1865-1869, 1865-05-17
TnE ARx1Es.-The New York Times says

The ARMEs.-The New York Times says
The Second and Fifth Corps, Army of the
Potomac, have arrived at Bailey's Cross
Roads, near Alexandria, where the Ninth
Corps has been for some time in camp
Shermsn'S men will be coming in early next
week, led by Sheridan's cavalry and the corps
forming the Army Of Georgia. All of our
men have received kind treatment from the
people Of Virginia while on this homeward
march they, in return, have RETAINED from
foraging and the usual destruction Of prop
srty accompanying the movement Of large
bodies of troops. The day for the grand re-
view is not fixed, but the men will be on hand
probably by the close of next week. -Four
complete armies, including seven corps Of in
fantry, one of cavalry, and a full compile
ment OF artillery, are expected to appear on
that occasion.
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1865-1869, 1865-05-17

GREAT SALE OF REAL EsTATE.-Messrs.
Harrison, Goddin & Apperson, bankers, and
real estate agents, will offer for sale on the
2Gth of June next, great number of lots in
the burnt district also dwellings, stores,
and farms, adjacent to the city, improved
and unimproved. The sale will combine one
of the most desirable and attractive collec-
tions of property that has been offered in this
city for years.
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1865-1869, 1865-05-17

The MINSTREL MARrYRs.-From actual
count there we're forty-one martyrs in at
tendance on Sharpley's Minstrels Monday
evening. They bore the hardships of the
performance with wonderful fortitude. We
take pleasure in announcing that this troupe
will terminate its engagement tonight, and
then they will away to "fresh fields and pas
lures new" in their peculiar line.
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1865-1869, 1865-05-17

The Custom House has been cleared Of
General Ord's headquarters, and all con-
nected with the military department of the
Government, to the end that the whole
building may be appropriated to the use of
the branch of the United States Treasury,
now located there.
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1865-1869, 1865-05-17

STEEL PENs.-That instrument which is
mightier than the sword, is about to assert
its supremacy again. Steel-pointed bayo-
nets, that have written in blood nations
history for four years, are to give place to
steel pointed pens, destined to write in COM
mercial ink another history of q nations
prosperity, in the fruits of commerce and the
products Of the earth.
We are led into these remarks by the ad-
vertisement of r. Esterbrook & Co., pro-
prietors of the United States Steel Pen Man.
ufactory, who have their works at Camden,
New Jersey, and warehouses on Arch street,
Philadelphia, and John street, New York.
This firm are the most extensive manufac-
turers Of steel pens in the country, and en-
ploy on full time from one hundred and fifty
to one hundred and seventy hands. The ca
pacity is double that of any other establish
ment, and of the one hundred and twenty
different kinds and assortments of pens, all
are sold in every State of the Union, be-
sides Cuba, Canada, Mexico and South
America. The pens turned ont by Ester
brook & Co. are of the most superior quail
ity, as we have tested them.
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1865-1869, 1865-05-17

NEW BUSINESS RELATIoN.-Mr. VIM. A.
Wright, formerly one of the proprietors of
the American Hotel, destroyed by the great
fire, has formed a business co-partnership
with the enterprising firm Of Messrs. Chris
tian, Lea & Co., and goes North to-day on a
business tour through Philadelphia and
New York. The firm are to run full line
of steamers, with consignments of goods for
sale at auction by the package.
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1865-1869, 1865-05-17

NASSAU "PLATED OUT."-The glory has
entirely departed from Nassau since the
close of the blockade running business
Everybody who can get away is leaving;
goods intended to run the blockade are daily
being auctioned oil at merely nominal prices
and the principal hotel Of the place has
closed for want Of business. Eight former
blockade running steamers were laid up
there on the 18th instant, entirely out of en-
plOyment.
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1865-1869, 1865-05-17

UNITED STATES CLAIM AGENcY.-We d.
rect attention, this morning, to the card of
Messrs. Evans, Worden Co., Broadway,
New York, who announce themselves as
Collectors of Claims of all kinds against the
United States Government. Special atten-
ton will be given to the adjustment Of off,
GERS accounts, arrears of pay, bounties,
pensions, and other matters coming within
the scope of their business.
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1865-1869, 1865-05-17

REwARD.-Mr. John N. Gordon offers a
reward, in another column, for three silver
cruets and tops, stolen from his premises
Their intrinsic value is embraced in the fact
that the pieces are old family relics, priced
very highly, and are not to be replaced.
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1865-1869, 1865-05-17

Court OF CANCELLATION, YESTERDAY
Court met-present, Judges Meredith, Ly-
ons and Thomas.
The decision in case of Levy Us. Lottier
was rendered by Judge Meredith in favor Of
plaintiff.
Inasmuch as no contract was made, pay
ment in the ratio which Confederate cur
rency was to gold during the period of oc-
cupancy, was authorized, and until the exc
cution of some deed or bond making such
payment, possession Of all visible effects
was granted.
Continued case of Berry Us. Booth was
decided in favor of plaintiff, claim to pos
session of the premises, and defendant to
pay costs.
Cases of Simmons as. Jacobs, and Tyler
rs. Dietrich, and Tardy & Williams, con-
tinued.
Case of Maddux vs. Kirby & Lelliston,
was heard and decision postponed.
Cases all refer to old debts or collection
Of rents.
Court adjourned until. IL o'clock this
morning.
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1865-1869, 1865-05-17

GRAU's CITY EXPRESS Co.-Mr. John n.
Hall, a we'll known citizen Of Richmond,
formerly connected with the Adams TX.
p ess Co., is now associated with Grsu's
City Express. Mr.. Halls energy and expe-
rience qualify him for his present position.
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1865-1869, 1865-05-17

The NEW YORK PREss.-Mr. Alexander
NJ. Davis, agent of the New York Tribune,
is in the city at present, and win receive
subscriptions and advertisements for that
journal. The Tribune and Almanac can al
ways be obtained at No. IS Main street, or
of any of the news dealers in the city.
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1865-1869, 1865-05-17

New ADvERrIsEMENTs.-W invite atten.
tion to the advertisement Of the sale Of hay
and lime, on the Dock, by Messrs. Davis l.
Hood-Mr. ". G. Paine, auctioneer. Also
to the advertisements Of the Philadelphia
steamship line; the announcements of Messrs.
Darby, Reed s. Co., Messrs. Z. McAdam s
Co., and other firms whose cards are pub
lished in to-day's paper.
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1865-1869, 1865-05-17

SPECIE ARRIvING.-The First National
Bank Of Richmond, Virginia, yesterday re-
ceived large lot of specie from the North,
per Express. The amount appropriated
several millions.
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1865-1869, 1865-05-17

HEADouARTERs.-Mai.G Gen. John Gibbon,
commanding oath Army Corps, has his head.
quarters on the River Road, Cary street ex-
tended, one mile from the city.
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1865-1869, 1865-05-17

A HoAx.-The Toronto Leader intimates
that the reported disappearance of Messrs.
Tucker, Sanders and Cleary was q hoax,
which was perpetrated by the agent of the
Associated Press. Up to the 10th instant
no demand had been made upon the Cana
dian authorities for the surrender OF either
OF the parties accused of being implicated
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1865-1869, 1865-05-17

The New York Tribune says, "the reason why
brakes Plantation Bitters are so universally used
and have such an immense sale, is that they ere
always made up to the original standard, OF
highly invigorating material and of pure quality,
although the prices have so largely advanced"
etc.
The Tribune just hits the nail on the head
The Plantation Bitters are not only made of pure
material, but the people are told what II Is. The
Recipe is published around each bottle, and the
bottles are not reduced in size. At least twenty
limitations and counterfeits have sprung up
They impose upon the people once and that's the
last Of them.
The Plantation Bitters are now used in all
the Government Hospitals, are recommended by
the best physicians, and are warranted To pro.
duce an immediate beneficial effect. Facts are
stubborn things.
80 lowe much TO you, for verify be.
lieve the Plantation Bitters have saved my life
REV. W. ii. WAGG0NER Madrid, N. Z.
90 Thou wilt send me two bottles more
Of thy Plantation Bitters. Ny wife has been
greatly benefited by their use. Thy friend.
ASA CURRIN, Philadelphia, Pa"
80 have been great sufferer from
Dyspepsia, and had to abandon preachltg.
The plantation Bitters have cured me-"
REV. J. s. CATHoRN, Rochester, N. Y.
~ have given the Plantation Bitters
to hundreds of our disabled soldiers with the NEST
astonishing effect q. W. ID. ANDREWS
Sup't Soldiers Home, Cincinnati, O."
~ The Plantation Bitters have cured
me of Liver Complain, of W hich was laid no
pros rate and had to abandon ny business,
II. B. KINGSLEY, Cleveland, o."
If the ladies' but knew what thousand, of them
are constantly relating to US, we candidly be-
lieye one.half Of the weakness prostrati1n and
distress axp.rienced by them would vanish
James Mar b, Esq, Of l59 West I4th St.. N. Y,
says "he has three children, the first two are
weak and puny. his wife having been unable to
nurse and attend them. but that she has taken
Plantation Bi terra for the last two years. and has
q child row IS months old. which she hs, nurssd
and reared herself, and both are hearty saucy
and well. The article Is invaluable TO mothers"
etc.
Such evidence might be continued for vo-
lume. The best evidence is to try them. They
speak for them elves. Persons of sedentary
habits troubled with weakness. lassitude, palpi.
tation Of the heart lack of appetite distres. ar.
ter eating torpid liy r. constipation, diabetes,
etc, will find speedy relief through these Bit.
tiers.
Any person reflIing bottles, or Offering to sell
PLANTATION BITTERs in bulk-by the gallon,
or in any m inner except as above Is swlndler
and imposier, with whom we shall deal as the
law directs.
Sold BY all respectable dealers throughout tho
habitable globe. p. q. DRAKE & CO.,
myl6-eodly New York.
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1865-1869, 1865-05-17

barber in Savannah says he has used up
more than $4,000 Of rebel money for shaving
paper.
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1865-1869, 1865-05-17

~ The Plantation Bitters have cured
me of Liver Complain, of W hich was laid up
pros rate and had to abandon ny business.
II. B. KINGSLEY, Cleveland, O."
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1865-1869, 1865-05-17

80 have given the Plantation Bitters
to hundreds of our disabled soldiers with the NEST
astonishing effect. q. W. D. ANDREWS.
Sup't Soldiers Home, Cincinnati, O."
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1865-1869, 1865-05-17

"' have been q great sufferer from
Dyspepsia, and had to abandon preachirg.
The plantation Bitters have cured me-"
REV. J. 8. CATH0RN, Rochester, N. Y.