Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1865-1869, 1865-08-21

salt, who now sells hay and other stuff in Frank
lin strest) and dropping IN At 1orkOWh
saw the British lines and the oio NeisOu
house, and old paintings therein, when al
one time we endeavOred 20 get tne AT Union
of Richmond to take into their Keeping
but which they didn't) and the place
where the French feet lay when the British got
iessje.r as they deserved and the gray old grave
stoves and many q other thing interesting to the
"a triot and the antiquary. Along both shores is
superb scenery; and many things good for man,
and beast, too, grow in tropical luxuriance; and
then away spreads the noble river with its vast
depth Of water widening literally as il approaches
the sea. We have heard much of project to
establish a town at West Point and make il a
station for vessels direct from across the Atlantic,
but silence reigns now over the scheme. Pity this
road should be shut up. We hope to hear better
news of il, and shall watch 1t closely.
P. S.-Since writing the above we have sscer-
tained that Alexander Dudley, Esq, President OF
the road, has been pardoned by the President OF
the United States, aud that operations will be
commenced Immediately with the view of putting
the road in running order. This is goon news
we are indeed glad Of it, not only in the interest
of the community, but of Mr.. Dudley himself
than whom there is no more excellent business
man or courteous gentleman.
A Meeting of the Richmond Press-A1r0nge-
ments for the Reception IF the PreSident-A
meeting Of some of the members of the
Richmond press took place on Saturday afternoon.
at the residence of Charles II. Wynne Esq OF the
Richmond Times, for the purpose of devising me a.
sures for giving fitting reception . his EXcellen-
cy Andrew Johnson the President Of the United
states and those who may accompany him in his
anticipated visit to this city.
Mr. Barley of the Bulletin, was called to the
Char.
After a brief statement by thu Chairman of the
Obje cts of the meeting, variety OF Suggestions
were made by gentlemen present as 10 tue
hest method of practically carrying out tie
object had in view; hut as the visit of the Presi-
dent although probable, was not known TO be
certain no definite and fixed arrangements could
then be entered into as II his reception.
A resolution was therefore adopted to the et'
feet that the Chair appoint committee oil seven
representing the press OF ths city, who shall c0u-
stitute a committee of arran &c nents whose duty
it will be TO request meeting OF the citizens OF
Richmond to cooperate with them 10y cOmc3lt-
tee Of such members as they may select, to for
mally invite and appropriately receiye-if accep-
lance is msde-ths President of the United States
and those whO may accompany hlm In his pro0a'
bic visit to the Capital of Virginia
The Chairman thereupon appointed, as COM
mittee, Messrs. Hughes and LeTellen, OF The
ReyUbic; Messrs. aud -, OF the
Uhig: Messrs. Wynne and -, of the Times;
and Mr. Baily, of the BHiictin TO which number,
on motion OF Mr.. Witter, the name of Mr. We'd
1t was further resolved that the proceedings Of
the meeting be Published 10 all the city papers !;
after which, the meeting separated.
The bet and most cordial feeling seemed to
animate al present towards the President OF the
United States; and there can be no doubt that
when he comes among u he will receive
warm and unfeignedly hospitsble welcome.
The Courts.
court Of Cancellation, Saturday. august 18TH
This Court, which has given entire satisfaction to
the community, took a recess on Saturday last
Till the 18th of September next.
The following cases were dispose Of;
Foster VS.. Southern Express Company--Cau-
non for plaintiff August for defendant. Dismiss.
ed BY orter Of the Court.
Upsum w. Baker-Brooke for plaintiff; EyaGs
f)r defendant. Decree for plaintiff
Bolton VS.. Archer-Csske for plaintiff; August
for defendant This suit was for recovery of the.
value of a mule hired for o month to defendant
under a contract for its return 10 as good eondi-
ton as when hired. The mule died while il the
huer's possession. Decision in favor OF defend
Monteiro VS.. Goldsmith--Berry for plaintiff /;
Myers for defendant. Decree for plaintiff.
Hirsch vs.. Miller-Danner BrOmwell for plain
tiff Tazewell for defendant Suit for rent in ar
rear. Settled without trial, and suit dismissed.
Hildebrsndt VS.. Dudley-Danner Bromwe!l
for plaintiff; Steger ard Sands for defendant
suit for recovery of horse, seized by order of
the Court, as belonging to an alleged partnership
between Ganter and HenkeL brewers. Plaintiff
exhibited bill of sale as title, but it appearing
that the vendor (HenkeD had retained possession
of the horse, and the explanation of the circum
stances as given by the plaintiff noL being ats
factory to the Court it decreed that the horse
be sold and the proceeds held by the Sergeant of
the Court 10 await decision of the suit still pend
ing between Ganter and Henkel for settlement of
partnership accounts.
Charron & Co. VS.. Standardization for
plaintiff; Sturdivant for defendant Decree by
consent.
Freeman W. Newson ct aLs.-Johnson i Gui.
gon for plaintiff august for defendant Dismiss
ed without prejudice.
BOYD ys. Boyle-M. johnson and Evans for
plaintiff; Daniel for defendant. Suit TO recover
wages and money loaned. Judgment for plain
tiff in part--with costs to date. Continued as to
balance.
Shepherd 4 Merchant vs.. Norris Il Emerson
Banner II Bromwell for plaintiffs. Suit TO recover
1910 ~ for work done and materials furnished
satisfactorily settled and canse dismissed.
Hirshburg & Co. VS.. Winch-Myers for plain
till. Suit dismissed by plaintiff.
The PrOrOst COurt-Lt. Col. Judge McERtee-
Saturday, Aug. 18th, lS65.-Tbe following cases
occupied this court to-day, the cases being those
not heretofore noticei:
Thomas HOrigan, oath Mass, George Washing
ton, T. Jones and Thomas Powers were severally
srraigned, charged with stealing iron from the
burnt district. Each of the accused was commit.
ted to the Castle for so DAYS.
Mary Francis, coloIed. charged with being dis
orderly; confined for tNenty-tour hours in the
Castle.
Mary Smith, colored, charged with being a
common street walker, was released after twenty
four hours confinement
Robt. B. Davis, not abiding by the decision Of
the Provost Judge in regard TO a horse case adiu-
dicated. Matter sent on for further trial
Jaues kennedy. citizen, charged with selling
LIQUOR to soldiers, fined $50.
John WEIGH 4th Massachusetts, regiment, char.
ged 18th committing an assault on soldier and
an officer. Committed to the Caste for 10 DAYS.
Henry Martin, charged with theft, and levying
black mail on various parties. Sentenced 10 be
confined in the Castle for six months.
Chares Woo6sOn, an alleged escaped convict,
charged with burglary was acquitted ani dis
charged.
Prorost MqrshGFS 0fCe-SeCOnd District
The following arrests took place in this District
on Saturday and yesterday
at Ashland by lieut.. NOrkfolk, charged with
being deserters from the army. The parties, who
claimed TO be citizens from the army, we're sent
to Capt Beckwith for disposal.
Daniel Ramera, 20. b, oith On'o IeSimenli
vas arrested, charged with wearing citizens
clothes, aud deporting himself as did not become
a Union solder The accused had pass TO do
duty in Hanover aud was therefore discharged.
William Miller arrested, charged with selling
LIQUOR 10 soldiers, was discharged. A second
charge against the same party was dismissed.
Dick Anderson, no account loafer, was
charged with stealing sugar from the dock ut
Rockets. The hogsheads containing the sugar
were broken open and the accused filed his
pockets, as every poor boy does at holiday
gathering he was sent 70 the Castle.
jeremiah ToOmauy, citizen, was charged with
selling 10 soldiers. il violation Of the general and
special orders Of the General Commanding. He
was sent 10 the Provost Judge for trial.
William Winnegarde, private Company h, 10th
Us. NJ. was sent TO the Castle for seven
days for being in the State without proper au-
thoIity.