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Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1865-02-23

NEW YORK, Feb. %.
The IEDlssi Washington special says
The fears Of some timorous persons that
Lee will be able to pr9cipitate himself on
Sherman, and, with Beauregsrd, be able TO
check the the advance of that general are
not shared by either the Government or
sensible men here. These persons forget
that Grant and his army viii have some
thing to say on that issue Lee is closely
observed by Grant on severy point and the
first intimstion he gives of an intention to
withdraw from Richmond will be the signal
for tiger-spring by Grant.
General Grant is perfectly cognizant Of
every move on the part Of his adverssry by
the deserters from Lees lines who arrive
at the rate Of one hundred per day.
A distinguished military man to dsV
pointed out that the present situation of
Lee is precisely analogous to that of Nspo-
leon in 1914, when France was invaded by
the allies Notwithstanding that he lavished
all the resources of his incompatible genius
to resist their advance, he was pushed and
pressed upon by the conVerging forces of
his opponent and was finally compelled to
in his capital.
Indications are that Sherman is pushing
his triumphant columns slesdy on Raleigh
which point he will reach early next week.
he writes privately that the people Of the
old North State are prepared to hail the
sdvent of his army and promptly wheel
the State into the Union.
Since the fall Of Charleston, Whining
ton and Mobile are the only two points
remaining OF the numerous seaport cities
formerly under rebel rule. Both are
doomed to fall if not already in our pos
session. Powerful expeditionary forces
are directed against both points.
The Worlds Washington special says
Governor Morgan, in reply to the solicits-
lions of influential friends, to accept the
position of Secretary of the Treasury, yes
.erdsy peremptorily declined it; thus fin
lily ssttling sll doubts in the matter, so
ar as he is concerned.
New England is still opposing the pres
sure from the West in favor of McCulloch. |
The ITibtGiae's Washington special says :
There have been rumors all day of tho
Of WilmiRgton but there are
10 positive facts about it. At late hour
o-night it Is known, however, that imme- !
lately after the fall of Fort Fisher the city |
vas partially evacuated, and It Is believed |
hat the entire force in that vicinity viii at
,nce join Beauregard, and endeavor 10
heck Sherman. If it was not eVacusted
n Sunday, it will be invested before the
week is out. -.-...-.- ----..--.
A high official today expressed the opin-
On that Lee cannot remain thirty days
1ore at Richmond. BE must attack Grant
nd raise the siege, on fall back to Lynch
urg, the only line Of retreat now left
pen.
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1865-02-23
FROE RAsHTNGTON.

WAsHlkGTOhJ req. II.
Speaking of the evacuation of Columbia,
the Richmond Sentinel of the Goth says
1t is said that some of our engrossed Treas
ury note paper fell into the hands of the
Yankees, and also considerable quantity
of medical stores. We have no particulars
of these losses, as the official dispatch of
the fall of Columbia was communicated to
President Davis, and we doubt whether it
was ever sent to the War Department,
which appears to be in complete ignorance
of what has happened in South Carolina,
except from what bits of information that
have been picked up on the streets.
On Thursday, before the enemy eccu-
pied the city, ten trains were running
from Columbia to Charlotte.
It was supposed that the effects of the
Treasury Department were brought of, IS
there has been prevalent report that the
plates for engraving treasury notes fell into
the hands of the enemy but this report is
now traced to some negroes who escaped
from Columbia and reaching Kingsville,
told the story to the telegraph operator
who sent it to us as authentic over the
wires.
Mr.. johnson the agent of the Trea-
sury Department, has communicated with
the authorities from Charlotte and makes
no mention Of the engrsvers plates.
We understand that Grant shows no
disposition to assume offensive operations
and has withdrawn from his works this
side of Hstcher's Run.
The condition of the roads renders the
success of any important movement doubt
full. The ground is now thoroughly thsw-
ed and rotten, and almost impossible for
cavalry and artillery, and exceedingly diff
icult for the movement of infantry.
Scouts from within Gasnt's lines report
movements of troops backwards and for
wards, between our right and City Point.
The transfers Of troops occur frequently,
but they are generally for the purpose Of
relief. It is not likely that any advance
on the part of the enemy will be made for
several weeks.
The enemy is erecting strong esrthworks
on his newly acquired ground on Hstcher's
Run. E-il
Northern papers give the rumor that the
confederates are mining the Yankee forts
in front of Petersburg.
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1865-02-23
CONGRESSIONAL.
WAsHTEGToN, Feb. 2

HOUSE.
In accordance with the resolution of the
House, adopted yesterday, Mr.. Field was
found guilty of an assault upon Representa-
tive Kelley, was brought before the Bar OF
the House, and the Speaker, IS directed,
administered kind and impressive repri-
mand, and then ordered him discharged
from custody.
Much time was consumed In conslderla-
ton of the District of Columbia business.
Reports from the Judiciary Committee
were next acted upon.
Mr.. Wilson, from the Judiciary Com
nittee, reported bill prohibiting the cleo
tion of Senators and Representatives IRON
States declared in rebellion until they have
adopted Republican form of Government
and until Congress shall pass an act de-
claring that they are entitled to represen-
tation. 6
Messrs. Mallory and Poneroy opposed
the bill.
Mr.. Ashley offered substitute similar
to the reconstruction bill laid on the table
yesterday.
On motion, the House then laid the whole
subject on the table by fourteen majority
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1865-02-23

Mr.. Wilson reported from the Commit
tee on the Judiciary the Senate resolution
to promote enlistments in the army by de-
claring the wives and children of such
colored men as entered the service forever
free, and declaring married al such men
and women as have lived together in that
character.
Mr.. Mallory moved to table the subject.
] Disagreed io-S6 to n. # I i-- r
The resolution was passed by strictly
party vote-74 TO SO. OIL
Mr.. Wilson reported the Senate bill TO
prevent officers of the army and navy, and
others engaged in naval and military sf.
fairs, from interfering in elections in
States, which was passed by 1l3
against l9.
The House passed the bill directing the
district andcireuit court to hold at Erie,
Pennsylvania.
Mr.. Williams from the Judiciary Com
mittee reported that so much of the Joint
resolution as was explanatory of the act o
suppress insurrection and punish treason
and cOnfscste property, approved, July
18th, 1864, as prohibiting the forfeiture
Of real estate of rebels beyond their natu-
raj life be repealed from and after its
passage. House adjourned.
SENATE.
WASHINGTON, Feb. 22.
A bill TO increase the compensation of
naval contractors was introduced.
Mr.. Trumbull, from the Judiciary Com
mittee, reported against the proposition to
amend the Constitution by authorizing an
export tax; also against the proposition to
recognize the existence of God in the Con-
stitution; also against the proposition of
Mr.. Sumner in relation to the basis of rep
resentstion.
Mr.. Wilson, from the Military Commit.
tee, reported a joint resolution to authorize |
surveys to be made for 8 shipcanal around |
Niagara Falls, and q canal from Lake
Michigan to the Mississippi, recommend
ing this as 8 substitute for the House bills
on these subjects.
The report Of the Committee of Confer
ence on the Freedmen's bill was considered
and rejected-14 against "a.
The Senate insisted on its amendment
to the original bill. and called for another
Committee of Conference.
A bill entitled Gan act to regulate com
meree between the several States relating
10 the Camden and Amboy Railroad, was
aiken up. Mr.. Nye opposed it
Or motion of Mr.. Sprague, the Secretary
IT War was asked for copy of the in
Itructions issued for the enrolment Of cit
zsns of Louisiana.
Pending the further consideration Of the
'silrosd bill, the Senate went into exeou-
i've session.
Adjourned.
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1865-02-23
AROurs ssHERHrAN.
PHILADELPHIA, Feb. %.

PHILADELPHIA, Febs22.
The BuIletins Washington special of
the 22d,,ssyE It is said that rebels announce
General Shermsn's advance to hsve reached
Camden, forty miles North of Columbia,
on Saturday.
Camden is northeast of Columbia, shout
half way to Efcfence, showing that Sher-
msu is moving for the latter place
Hsrdee, in evscusting Charleston, is evil
dently pressing forward to reach Florence
and thence Wilmington. The race will be
5 close one, both starting about the same
time.
From Columbia to Florence is SO miles
and from Charleston Florence is l02 miles.
Besides the capture of Fort Anderson
gives US the Wilmington end of the Man
chester road, and if Hsrdee beats Sherman
to Florence he will have to take to the open
country for escape.
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1865-02-23
FRnHT NEW YNRE.

NEW YORK, Feb. %.
Advices from the Northern States of
Mexico to the 9Th, represent the people
there as still firm in their adhesion to the
Constitutional Government, aud determin-
ed to resist the Imperial invader.
The states of Chihushus, Sonora, and
Sinoloa were entirely clear of any of Maxi
milisn's troops, with the exception of
small force in the town of Mazsttin in the
latter State.
The city of chihuahua is the present
capital of the Republic, and Juarez and all
his cabinet officers are located there, exer-
eising their functions in security.
There are about $4,000 Republican
troops in the states Sinoloa, Durengo and
Chihushua, and others in Sonora
On the first of January President
Juarez Issued spirited pr exclamation,
declaring his determination TO maintain
the Rspublie, and urging the people to
stand hrm in its support.
The Posts special says it is believed the
enrolment bill will be defeated in the
House, ss itsprovisions are regarded as op-
pressiYe,
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1865-02-23
CONGRESSIONAL.
News From New Orleans,
MEXICAN NEWS.
NEWS FROM REBEL PAPERS
OFFICIAL nULLETIN.

The Navy Department has received the
following from Admiral Porter:
UNITED STATES FLAG SHIP MALVERN,
CAPE FEAR RIVER, Feb. 10. }
SIR:-I have the honor to report the
surrender or evacuation Of Fort Anderson.
| General Schofeld advanced from Smith
vile with 5000 men, on the lTth. At the
same time attacked the works by water,
placing the monitor Montauk close to the
works and enflsding them with the Paw
tucket, Senafee, Unsdills and Pequot, the
tide and wind not allowing more vessels to
get under fire. The fort answered pretty
briskly, but quieted down by sunset. On
the 18Th, at eight O'Clock, Itnoved up closer,
the Montauk leading, followed by the
McAsnn, Huron, Ssssscus, Pontoosuc,
Morstsngo, Sensfee, Unsdills, Pswtucket,
0sceolis, Shswmut, Seneca, Wysck, Chip
pews and Little Ada, and kept up heavy
fire through the day, until late in the after
noon.
The enemy's batteries we're silencsd by
three o'clock, thongh we kept up the fire
until dark. We also fired through the
night
In the meantime, General Schofsld was
WORKING IN Lne Fedr OF bn9 reDelS, TO cut
them of. The latter did not wait for the
army to surround them, but left in the
night, taking five or six pieces of light ar
tillery with them, and everything else Of
any value.
At daylight this morning some of our
troops that were near by, went in and
hoisted the flag on the rampsrts, when the
firing ceased from the monitors.
There were ten heavy guns in Fort An
derson, and considerable quantity Of am
mnnition.
We lost but three killed and FIVE wound
ed.
I am,.sir, your obedient servant,
[Signed,l D. PORTER,
Resr-Admiral
To Hon. Gideon Wolles, DC.
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1865-02-23
me Rebel Loan IN Europe.

Mr.. Sumner was induced to offer his reg-
olution declaring that the United States
will in no event, become responsible for
the rebel loan (Which passed the Sonata
yesterday by representations made to
him by some eminently patriotic eisizena
Of this country, now residing in Europe to
the effect that the rebel loan E4 kept up
in England and France, by assertions in
financial circles, that at the close of the
war, and the restoration Of the Union, the
Government of the United Stztes would
assume it and pay it. Mr.. Summers in
formants are Of the opinion that if tina
leading bankers of London and Paris were
convinced that the United States would
not assume the rebel debt, it would depre-
ciEte to almost nothing very speedily. I
have the authority of Mr.. Sumner himself
for the contents Of this paragraph. Thera
can be no doubt suppose, of the speedy
passage in the House Of his resolution,
which passed the Senate with but one dis
Ienting vote, sne then those who wish to
dabble in rebsl indebtedness can do 60
with their eyes Open.-Cor. CiH. CONNER
eial.
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1865-02-23

NAW YORK, Feb. ~.
1t is stated that Beall, the pirate and
SPY, is 10 be executed on Friday by order
Of the President.
The Steamer Columbia brings Havana
dates of the 18th.
The appointment of Psrejs to the COM
mand of the Spanish feet in the Peru
Wan waters caused much excitement he
being Peruvian, sndis regarded as an
other concession.
Quite 8 feet of blockade runners left
Havana on the 18th. Only one, the Ban
shee, arriving from Nassau at MatamorAs.
Those sailing on the 18th were the Dem
bigh, Lsrk, Flamingo and Lsephine.
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1865-02-23

authorizing the appointment of Second
Assistant Secretary Of War; to enlarge
the port entry and delivery for the district
of Philsdelphia; and, 20 repeal the sct of
1851 to remove the arsenal from the city
of st. Louis. al 81. s---..
President Lincoln has ordered the peni-
tentiaries st Columbus, o., and Jefferson
City, Mo, and such other prisons as the
Secretary of War may designate, for the
confinement of prisoners under sentence
of eourt martial.
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1865-02-23
FORT ANnRRSON.
BA1rIMoRE, Feb. q.

Fort Anderson was captured on Sunday
by Fen. Schofeld and Admiral Porter.
Most Of the garrison escaped toward VIII
mington. All the guns we're left IN good
condition. The army was following tow
ard Wilmington, accompanied by two mon
itors, and it was expected by the messenger
that Wilmington would be in cur hsndi
on Monday,
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1865-02-23
CAIRO, Feb. az.
FROM THE SOUTHWEST.

General Heron has arrived at Baton
Rouge and assumed command of the North
ern Division of Louisiana, including the
District of Baton Rouge, Port Hudson and
Morganzis. his commandextends to both
sides of the Mississippi river from Red
River to PlAquemine.
GuerriIlAs are becoming troublesome again,
firing into passing boats and committing
other outrages.
The reported burning of the steamer
Dove and capture Of the seth colored regi-
ment are untrue. a.5as - 49,
The New Orleans Times says the French
at Msiamorss salute the rebel flag and psss
the American colors in contempt, 5.st
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1865-02-23
Yesterday Evenings Edition.
FROM Sew YORK.

New YORK, Feb. ~.
The city to-day is gaily decorated with
national colOrs flying from the public and
private buildings and shipping. Sslutes
were fred from the forts, the Navy Yards
and the Battery. The exhilerating effect
of the news of our military successes in
South Carolina was greatly heightened du-
ring the day by the announcement of the
fall Of Fort Anderson and the probable
capture Of Wilmington. The day hss not
for many years, if ever, been celebrated
with more general joy, spirit and pstriot-
ism.
Dispatches from numerous cities and
towns show general rejoicing. A; EH2
The Tribune says: We understand that
the President, sfter q full conference with
his friends in and out of Congress, conclu-
ded to appoint Hon. Hugh McCulloch, of
Indiana, now Comptroller Of the Currency,
as Secretsry Of the Treasury, Governor
Morgan having persisted in declining the
ES~Hf
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EsaIEBV 40 AUOIDENH.

------- hRIE, Pa, Febs22.
The Warren accommodation on the P.
& E. r. R., collided with the mail train on
a curve near Garland yesterday afternoon,
smashing the engine, tender and baggage
car. Two men were killed and several in
jured. The mail train being off time was
the cause of the accident.
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1865-02-23
EeighbOrhOOd News

LoR1TN CoUNTY.-Ths townships Of Graf
ton, Carlisle, Black River, Henrietts, Ea-
ton and Camden are nearly or quite clear Of
the draft, having furnished their quota of
men. Recruiting is going on quite briskly-
The postofice at Laporte, between Graf
ton and Elyris, was totally destroyed by fire
about tWoo'clOck yesterday morning, with
all its contents. The store Of Mr.. Wilmot
with ell its contents, was also destroyed.
The are was evidently the work Of an in
cendiary, several attempts having besn
made to burn it since Sunday night. f
James B. Curtiss, of Eiyris, was found
dead on the ice of the river, two miles
above town, LAST Sunday. Being intoxiestsds
he staggered over the bank, on his way
home, and fell nearly one hundred feet.
BE leaves wife and three children.
PoRTAez couN1T.-Ths Portage County
Democrat says that Hon. Luther Day is rap
idly recovering from his severe snd serious
illness, end viii soon attain 70 his usual
health. His condition at one time was very
critical, but happily the worst was GVsrtsd.
Nelson township is out Of the draft, hay
ing filed her quota Of fourteen men.
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1865-02-23

From the Richmond Rhig, Feb. III
While at Washington the other day,
General Grant, in the exhubrsnce Of his
spirits, declared to member of Congress
that if the YANKEES government would only
furnish him one hundred thousand fresh
troops he would end the war in threa
months. We do not betray confidence
when We say, per contra, that General Lee
thinks that if he is only furnished with tha
number of reinforcements he asks for, and
which the eonfederscy can easily furnish,
that the war viii be ended in very short
period. We will see who is right.
DEARL AND JET BUTToNs-SU-
Il perb sty les Pearl, Jet, Steel and French Horn
IoS1O Il / BALDWIN Co
TUST RRCEIVED.-THE FINEST
O assOrtment Of Belt Buehlss ever IN tbs city, 1t
C0WLES',
lanl1 M Wseeea HQle,
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1865-02-23
MILITARY DEPARTMENT CHANGES.

MEMPHIS, Feb. 20.
The Bulletin has dispatch from Nash
vile stating that the district of West Ten
nessee has been taken from the Department
of the Mississippi and added to the Cum
berland. General Dana, commanding the
Department of the Mississippi, will prOba-
bly, move his headquarters to Yicksburg.
1t is reported that General Washburn, now
here will be appointed to the command Of
this district. ..1F L
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1865-02-23
FROm WAsHIHGTON

l WASHINGTON, Feb. Y. -
The President has approved the bills
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1865-02-23
PRESENTED.

WAsHINaToN, Feb. %.
Thirty-four battle-fsgs captured at the
battle of Nashville, and subsequent pursuit
OF Hoods army, were presented to the
War Department to-day, ten by the cap
tors, and the balance by Adjutant Green,
9th Minnesota.
Secretary Stanton, in returning thanks,
said the flags would be kept with appropri-
ate inscriptions, and medals of honor pre-
sented to the captors.
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1865-02-23

departure with the rear guard of the enc
my.
The portion Of the city exposed to our
fire is almost in ruins and had long since
been abandoned by the occupants. The
buildings are either entirely destroyed or
So much da msged as to necessitste the
entire reconstruction. The streets are fill
ed with rubbish and here and there
shell or solid shot exhibits itself as an
agent Of destruction.
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1865-02-23

The London Daily Telegram says: It
was reported on Wednesday that the
French Emperor had caused secret war
steamer to go in chase of the Confederate
steam ram, Olende, on her way to our
Southern ports, and that they had
started from the channel on the same
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1865-02-23

NEW YORK, Feb. q.
The IFi5ts7ss Paris correspondent
says; The rebel ram Olende is a failure;
she is very slow and is thought unssa-
worthy.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1865-03-09
Shocking Affair-Women Tortured.
Robbery, Murder and Arson
A Reverend" In Irons, ETC., etc.

Six heavily ironed prisoners came up
on the Lotus, day before yesterday. from
| Clarksville, among whom was q. w.
Hutchinson. formerly Chaplain of the 1st
Kansas Colored inf. The names of the
other five are, w. B. Farmer. Co. Y, lst
/ Ark. Cav, r. II. Atwell, Co L. ID Kans.
Cav, John Sharks. Co A. 81 Ark. Init.
John Hudson, citizen, and IL. @. kinball,
citizen, formerly of the ii Kans. Cav, and
moro recently Lieutenant in the "a Ark i.
Infantry. ~
Ex-Chaplain Hutchinson, who resigned
his position in the army some time last
spring. in order to follow the real bent OF
his inc.itations with more leisure. stands
charged with heavy swindliDs operations
upon the Government and people. How
F.! far he is ipcriminated with the deeds OF
the other prisoners cannot be ascertained
+ yet until more thorough investigation Of
the whole case.
The other prisoners stand charged with
torturing four respectable ladies over a
slow fire till they were horribly mutilated
about their heads, shout ders and feet and
with ravishing them. from the effects OF
which one died and the others were made
also stands charged with additional crimes
/ ripples for life. One of the prisoners
upon the body OF one of the victims which
pen would shudder to record. 4ssc'
The object of the. cruel wretches was to
obtain somemoney, considerable amount
ofwhich these ladies' were supposed to have
in their possession. They lived about 40
miles below this place in the vicinity of
Clarksville. Three of the unfortunate
victims are now at the latter place under
medical treatment. Their houses were
also burned down. Information was re-
ceived here day before yesterday. that
seven other PERSONS bad been put in irons
at Clarksville charged with Icing accom-
plices in the above crimes.
We give the details of this horrid affair
as we received them from the officer who
conducted the preliminary investigation al
Clarksville. A full trial will undoubtedly
develop all the facts in the case and JUS
tice be fully melted out.
! ExChnplain Hutchinson and c. .
kimbsll were removed to Little Rock
yesterday, on board the Lotus.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1865-03-09


CLASsrsH PnlDE.-A dispute arose be-
tween Campbell and Mclean .npon the
subject of genoalogy. Mclean would no,
allow that the Campbell's had any right
to rank with the McLesns in antiquity.
who he insisted were in existence ss q
clan from the beginning Of. tho world.
Campbell bad alittls more biblical lore
than his antagonist, and asked him if the
clan of Mclean was before the flood
Flood! what food?" said Mclean. 1.-The
food, you know. that drowned oil the
world but Noah and bis focks," said
Campbell. pooh. you and your floods. -
said Mclean. MY clan was afore the
-aood.'S 81 have net read in my Bible, +"
saiI Campbell, nof the name of Mel ean
going into Noah's arb" "Noah's ark. y
retorted the other in contempt; "who ever
heard of Mclean that had not boat of
lis own.