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Cleveland daily leader. [volume] ([Cleveland, Ohio]) 1865-1873, 1865-12-18
Saturday Nights Report.
From New York.
Death by Accident.


NEW York, December 16-Some three
months ago Mr.. Thomas J. Lillis, while en-
gagged in his duties in the battery room Of
the American Telegraph Company, in this
city, fell and injured himself 80 badly that
after lingering until this morning death en-
sued. Mr.. Lillis was fifty-six years of age
and was one of the oldest telegraphers in
this city, having been in that service over
seventeen years. He was always greatly
respected by all with whom he was brought
in contact.
COlfax Returned.
The Posts special says that Colfax has
returned from the city of Baltimore to
Washington.
Progressive.
The Posts special says that the Judiciary
Committee has agreed to report bill to-
morrow striking the word "white" from the
chatter of Washington city.
New York GOIIectOrshiP.
The friends of Marshall 0. Roberts de-
clare that he has been offered the New
York Collectorship.
Against fhe Test Oath.
Reverdy johnson will deliver an elabor-
ate argument against the test oath on Fri
day next in the Supreme Court
FenIan News.
The Post says the Fenian Senate has not
adjourned, as has been reported. No de-
cisive action will be taken until the arrival
of Mr.. Stephens, Head of the Brotherhood,
from Ireland. The order recently issued by
Colonel 0'Mahony, calling delegates of the
Fenians to assemble in congress on the I'd
of January, will be countermanded by Mr..
Roberts, the new President'of the organiza-
ton.
RefributiOu.
The Salem On. c. Press says: " A Capt
Wilson, of Yadking county, late commander
of the First Battalion North Carolina Sharp
shooters, of the Confederate Army, was
brought to that place on Tuesday last by
order of the United States military authori-
ties, and delivered to the civil authorities of
that county, under an indictment Tor shoot
ing or causing to be shot several citizens ia
that county in the month Of March last. He
was committed to the county jail for trial at
our next Superior Court"
Sentenced.
NEW YoRK, December 16.-Francisco Ba-
hasser, found guilty Of counterfeiting U. 8.
currency was this morning sentenced by
Justice Shipman to fifteen years imprisen-
ment at hard labor and 5000 fine.
John Thomas, accused Of passing counter
felt Treasury notes Of 500, was convicted
anu senLehcso 70 SIX years imprisonment.
The Jury after being out till nearly 1
o'clock to-day rendered verdict Of guilty
of murder against John Hicket.
State Militia.
A new regiment for State militia is to be
formed from the 5th New York Artillery,
a volunteer organization which was in the
service during the war, under Col Edward
Murray. This officer hes received the
reouisite permission from Gov Fenton and
the regiment will become one Of the nation
al guard organizations Of the State as soon
q il is organized.
Cleveland daily leader. [volume] ([Cleveland, Ohio]) 1865-1873, 1865-12-18
Washington News.
various Items,

WASHINGTON, December I6.-Senor Ro-
nero, the Mexican Minister, received, to-
day, official news from Matamoras, to the
10th inst General Escobedo took the city
of Monterey and held it for some time. Two
French columns. in strong force, went after
him and he was finally compelled to aban-
don Monterey. One of the French divisions
attacked him and he reported he defeated
them with heavy loss.
Ex-Governor Corwin has been in dying
condition all day and is not expected TO live
throughout the night. Among those who
have called to see him were ex Governor
Graham, of North Carolina, Postmaster
General Dennison, Chief Justice Chase, and
the Senators and Representatives Of Ohio.
He has been unconscious ever since his
attack, last night, with paralysis.
The schooner Eclipse, from New York,
with hay and commissary stores, was de-
stroyed by fire to-day at the Seventh-street
wharf Loss over $4,000.
There was large crowd at the Executive
Mansion, to-day, including many Senators
and Representatives, and Generals Butler,
Humphrey and Benton.
City News.
Mayor Wallace has approved the act
passed in the City Council on Thursday
night, authorizing a special election to be
held on Thursday next 10 ascertain the
opinion Of the people of Washington upon
the subject of negro suffrage in the District
Of Columbia.
Robert H. Mann:
The Supreme Court has ordered that
Robert II. Mann have leave to file printed
argument asking, as does Mr.. Garland, that
he may be readmitted TO practice without
taking the oath prescribed BY Congress.
Cleveland daily leader. [volume] ([Cleveland, Ohio]) 1865-1873, 1865-12-18
LATEST NEWS
BY TELEGRAPH.
LAST NIGHTS DISPATCHES.
FROM WASHINGTON.
ILLNESS OF GOVERNOR GORWIN.
He is not Expected TO Live !
Struck byPaTaIySiS
GENERAL NEWS,
Fires i'm Different Parts {!
MEXICAN NEWS.
FIGHTING AT MONTEREY {!
Jaurez and the Presidency.
News and RUInOrS.
Associated Press Report.
MEXICAN NEWS.
FIGHTING AT MONTEREY
Jaurez and the Presidency,
News and RuEnOTs.
Associated Press Report.
News.

Items. .-
WASHINGTON, December I7.-0fficial in
formation has reached the Department of
State of the ratification, by the Legislatures
of Indiana, Georgia and Alabama, of the
proposed amendment to the Constitution of
the United States on the subject of slavery.
Senior Romero has received official intel
ligence from El Paso to the 18th of Novem-
Der. Presto ent Juarez.. his Cabinet, and the
other officers of the National Government
intended to leave El Paso on the 18th of that
month for the city of Chihuahua. The
French had retired as far as Durango, and
| it was understood they would also abandon
that State in their movement Of cOneentra-
tion.
While Mr.. Burlingame, our minister to
China, was in this city he was the recipient
of marked attention, not only from the Sec
| retary of State and other high functionaries
of the Government, but from the Diplomatic
Corps and especially from Col. Roosloff, the
Danish minister, and Sir Frederick Bruce,
who had an agreeable official intercourse
with him in China while representing their
| respective governments in that Empire.
Both OF these gentlemen speak of him in
| the most hattering terms, and entertained
him with generous hOspitalities. He re-
turns to his post with the full confidence of
his government and the high appreciation
of his valuable diplomatic services.
Those who favor the retention of the Off
GERS OF the Veteran Reserve Corps say that
after an examination into the subject they
find that those officers represent four hun
dred disbanded volunteer organizations, and
large portion were wounded in the late
campaigns in Virginia.
Owing to the time required for copying
| the diplomatic correspondence with Eng
land and France, referred to in the Presi-
dents annual message, it is not probable
that transcript will be communicated to
Congress till after the holidays.
If it is true, as repeatedly reported, that
General Logan has declined the Mexican
mission, the fact is certainly net known in
official Quarters.
Struck with Paralysis.
Hon. Tom Corwin, of Ohio, was struck
with paralysis astnight while at an assem-
blags of distinguished 0hioans, entertained
by J.. C. Wetmore, military agent of that
State. He is considered dangerously i'll.
Cleveland daily leader. [volume] ([Cleveland, Ohio]) 1865-1873, 1865-12-18
Death Of General Morris.

Brevet Brigadier General William ",
Morris, Of the United States Army, died
at the post of duty at Fort MeHenry, Bal
timore, on the llth inst. He was born
in 1901, entered West Point Military
Academy in 1918, and graduated in 1920 4;
was commissioned Second Lieutenant of
the Sixth Infantry, and placed on duty
on the Western frontier served in cam
paign against the Indians, was promoted
to First Lieutenant, and in 1925 was
transferred to the Fourth Artillery. He
took part in the Florida war, and in 1886
was commissioned Captain for services in
the field. In 1887 he was brevetted Major
a for gallant conduct on several occasions" !"
Major Morris served on General SCOTS
staff during the Mexican war in the ca
pacity of Judge Advocate. He was pro-
NOTED to the full rank of Major in 1853,
and assigned TO the command of Fort
Kearney, Nebraska. In 1860 he was or
dered to the command of Fort Ridgely,
Minnesota, where he served until the
breaking out of the rebellion, when he
was transferred to Fort McHenry, Bal
timore, where he continued in the faithful
discharge of duty until his death. He was
made Lieutenant Colonel in May, 1861,
and Colonel in November of the same
year. His brevet rank of Brigadier Gen
eral dated from June 9th, 1861, and was
for meritorious services" He was mar
ried when twenty-three years of age, and
left four children. Two of his sons are in
the army, and one in the navy. Richard
L. Morris is a Captain in the Eighteenth
Infantry.
Shortly after assuming command at Fort
McHenry, Colonel Morris took the step of
refusing. to answer a writ of ha6eas corpus
granted by Judge Taney, in order to OBJ
tain possession of soldier of the garrison
of Fort McHenry.
General MOrris's grandfather, Lewis
Morris, and his grandfather's half-brother,
GOverneur Morris, in IVA, resisted the
attempt Of King Geogre to levy contribu-
tons upon the people for the support of
the British troops in New York Lewis
was subsequently elected to the Continental
Congress, and was oneof the Signers Of the
Declaration of Independence Governeur
was elected to Congress in 1777, and
throughout the war was actively engaged
with the army in civil capacities. Lewis
Morris had one son, William W., who had
two sons, the General now deceased, and
Lieutenant Colonel Governeur Morris.
Cleveland daily leader. [volume] ([Cleveland, Ohio]) 1865-1873, 1865-12-18
Southern News.
Addre.s Of Gov. Jenkins.

Governor Jenkins in his address to the
Legislature says there is no conflict between
the constitution Of the United States and
the constitution Of the State Of Georgia.
The laws of the United States are supreme.
The Governor pays handsome tribute Of
respect to the good conduct of the negroes
during the war. He says they must be
thoroughly protected in their personal prop
erty, and have right to enter courts. They
should be encouraged 10 work, and then they
would be the best working class 20 their late
owners, the best employers in the world.
The Governor then reviews the condition
of the State institutions, and says for q time
the lightest taxes will prove burdensone,
but he thinks in the end the people will not
suffer.
lie concludes his address with an earnest
prayer that God will help US all. At the
close of the address Provisional Governor
johnson handed the great seal Of the State
of Georgia to Governor Jenkins, who took
the oath of Office, and was declared by the
President Of the Senate the Governor Of
the State,
The sentiments of the address are cordi-
ally endorsed by the members of the State
Legislature.
Cleveland daily leader. [volume] ([Cleveland, Ohio]) 1865-1873, 1865-12-18
From New York.

NEW York, December 1.-THE Her
AIDS hington>-dssF8teh states is
rumored that the French Minister now
in New York is much displeased with the
Congressional action of the. Mexican ques-
ton, and has decided not to return to Wash
ington unless some explanation be given
him.
Gen. Grant is not likely to leave Wash
ington until Congressional action has been
taken on military affairs.
The House Foreign Committee dined with
Secretary Seward Saturday night.
Postmaster General Dennison has issued
circular to railroad managers enforcing
the necessity of prompt transmission Of
mails during the winter.
A correspondent of the Herald states that
the steamship City Of Boston, which arrived
here last week, was overhauled at sea by a
British cruiser and searched for opposed
concealed Fenians.
A Havana letter to- the Times ates an
American war steamer had arriy 4 ut Monte
Cristi with salnave and several o.hers from
Cape HaytieD.
Cleveland daily leader. [volume] ([Cleveland, Ohio]) 1865-1873, 1865-12-18
The New England society.

The annual meeting of the New Eng
land Society took place in New York city
on Thursday night last, December l4th.
The Hon Edwin d. Morgan was elected
President of the Society for the ensuing
year, and Mr.. Joseph H. Choate Vice
President. A resolution was adopted in
creasing the initiation fee and the annual
dues to five dollars. Several new mem
bers were elected, and considerable dis
cussiOn took place upon the necessity Of
extending the charities of the Society to
the poor of that city of New England
birth. When shall our New England
Society hold another anniversary?
Cleveland daily leader. [volume] ([Cleveland, Ohio]) 1865-1873, 1865-12-18
The weather.

The Chicago Tribune of Saturday says
The cold circle, as Mr.. Z. Merriam would
say, is upon us. The thermometer III Chi
cago, yesterday, ranged from s deg. below
to 10 deg. above zero, and people were
not particular to inquire which was which,
all degrees being alike uncomfortable. At
Milwaukee the range was from 10 deg. be-
low to 5 deg. above; at Madison, IL deg.
below; at Green Bay 20 deg. below; at
st. Paul 25 deg deg. up to 4 deg. below,
and the cheerful despatch says everybody
was out sleigh-riding; at Dubuque 9 deg.
below, river frozen over, and the ice
bridge complete for the winter; at Law
renee, Kansas, deg. below, with few
inches of snow, and promise of more.
Turning to the South and East, we find
tha: at Cincinnati the 10 vest mark was
deg. above zero, and that at New York
and Baltimore the mercury reported 35
deg above.
Cleveland daily leader. [volume] ([Cleveland, Ohio]) 1865-1873, 1865-12-18
EDITORIAL.

We understand that D. R. Locke, Esq,
formerly of the Findlay JefersoniGn, who
has attained national reputation as the
''Rev. Petroleum V. Nasby," has become
editorially connected with the Toledo
Blade. We need say nothing to our read
ers in commendation of Mr.. Locke's
thorough acquaintance with politics or his
ability as a satirist-for they have already
had too frequent opportunities to enjoy his
famous letters in our columns to remain
in ignorance of his powers. We congrat-
ulate the Blade on securing his services
and hope that we may hear frequently
from the reverend gentleman in his new
sphere.
Cleveland daily leader. [volume] ([Cleveland, Ohio]) 1865-1873, 1865-12-18
General News.

ELEGs
ROCHESTER,, December 16.-Ths village Of
Lima, Livingston county, was visited by .
destructive fire this morning. Three blocks
and dwelling were burned. The post-offce,
Masonic Lodge, two grocery stores, book
store. Photographic gallery, and two shoe
stores were destroyed. Most Of the mail
matter in the post-0ffiee was destroyed Loss
probably $4,000; partially insured.
Arrival OF Gold.
SAN FRANCISCO, December I5.-The steam
er Sierra Nevada arrived from Portland last
night, bringing nearly $500, 900 in treasure
from the Columbia River gold districts.
SAN Francisco, December Illegal ten
ders 6sI.
There has been partial rally in mining
stock. Gould and Curry $50 Cholur Patosi
1870; Savage $50; Yellow Jacket 255; Color
unchanged.
Sailed, the ship Anaga, New Bedford.
Fire,
CHicAGo, january i5.-A Are broke out
this morning in the Lincoln Hall building
corner Of Lake and Franklin streets, which
communicated to C. Story's marble Building
Immediately west, themes to the corner Of
Lake and Water streets The heaviest
losers are Whipple Co., dry goods dealers,
who lose S75,000: E. Richardson, agricultu-
raj implements, $4,000; ]. Y. Scsmmon.
owner Of building corner Of Lake and Frank
lin streets, $50, 900. Total loss about $780,,
600. Insured for about half that amount.
Canada.
ToHoNTo, December l6.-Reports from Of
tawa state that American reciprocity is en-
gaging the earnest attention Of the Govern
ment, and that after the Christmas holidays
a deputation will proceed TO Washington to
continue negotiations
Hon. Thomas Ryan has been appointed a
commissioner to inquire into the means for
extending direct trade between British
America and the countries on the Mediter-
ranPaQ.
Cleveland daily leader. [volume] ([Cleveland, Ohio]) 1865-1873, 1865-12-18
SPECIAL DISPATCHES.
JUAREz' DECREE.


New York, December l6.-The leading
points of the decree Of President Juarez,
announcing his intention of continuing to
exercise the functions of the Executive Of
the Mexican Republic. issued at FL Paso,
November sth, and briefly noticed hereto
fore, are published this morning. Juarez
states that, though his time has expired, as
there has been no opportunity, in conse-
quence Of the disordered condition Of the
country, to elect his successor, and as Con-
gress has invested him with extraordinary
powers, he regards it his duty TO continue TO
act as President until such time as another
election can be held
OTHER MEXICAN AYFAIRs.
Dispatches from Washington say there Is
a rumor that NJ. MOntholOn has intimated
that in case Minister is accredited by our
Government to that of the Mexican Re-
public the French Legation will be with
drawn from Washington
1t is also reported that yesterdays Cabinet
meeting was longer than usual and one
which was also attended by General Grant
was devoted to the consideration Of Mexican
affairs.
HAYTIEN MINISTER SAILED FOR HONE.
The Haytien man-o'-wsr steamer Galatla
sailed yesterday from New York for Port au
Prince, having on board General Romaine,
the Haytien Minister, who, by instructions
from his government, left George F. Usher
in charge Of the Haytien Legation at Wash
ington during his absence.
RAILROADS.
A dispatch fram Washington says that
there are indications that Congress will be
called upon to legislate extensively in re-
gard to railroads this winter. A through
line between Washington and New York
will receive early attention; and also plan
for extending the Northern Central Road
from Baltimore 70 Washington.
WASHINGTON TERRITORY EMIGRATION.
Mr.. Mercer, who has charge Of the
scheme for carrying several hundred Wo-
men to Washington Territory, publishes an
announcement that the steamer is nearly
ready and will sail next week.
THE PRoDIGAL RETURNED.
Smith J. Eastman, who abseonded to Eu-
rope several months ago and was a defaul-
ter to large amount, has returned to New
York city. He stated that he had paid q
portion of his Indebtedness, and negotia-
tions are under way for settling the bal
anee.
THE FESIANs.
Ellen O'dahony, Head Directress Of the
Fenian Sisterhood, publishes 3 card, pro
posing that Ireland should soon be battle-
field, hut says more money must be raised.
She calls for prompt contributions to the
fund and urges the purchase Of Fenian
bonds.
1t is announced that the Fenians in
Chicago have offered to fit out q feet OF
privateers for the northern lakes, wherever
they are desired.
Cleveland daily leader. [volume] ([Cleveland, Ohio]) 1865-1873, 1865-12-18
The Cotton Supply

The Secretary of the Treasury estimate
the amount Of cotton in the Southern Statei
at the close of the rebellion at 10000
bales, and the product Of the last summer
300, 1000, making total of 100000 bales
Some English cotton dealers, however, who
have travelled through the cotton States
recently, think the whole quantity will
reach 100000 bales, of which 100000
have been produced the present year.
They estimate that 1,OsO,394 bales have
been sent to market, and that Alabama
will yield 42O,OO bales, of which 900, 900
have been received at Mobile. The re-
receipts at New Orleans will reach 43l,-
zoe bales, and 269, 900 more are expected.
The Texas crop is put down at 10000
bales. Memphis has received 2O6,Ooo
bales, and $4,000 additional are expected.
1t is persdmed that two-thirds of this cot
ton, or about 1885, 1893 bales, will be ex-
ported to Europe. Supposing these bales to
weigh 45O pounds, and the price to be 40
cents per pound, s239, ,999, $40 in gold will
be received from this one item of export
The government levies a tax en- cotton of
two cents per pound, which, on 0OO, OOO,-
900 pounds 100000 bales, would yield
the government $ls,OOO,OOO. Secretary
estimate of revenue from this
source is $14,000,00e.
Cleveland daily leader. [volume] ([Cleveland, Ohio]) 1865-1873, 1865-12-18
Celebration OF the Battle of Nashville


Owing to the ihclemency of the weather
the attendance at this anniversary yester-
day was not as large as might otherwise
have been expected. The meeting in the
afternoon was held at the Court House.
NJ. R. Waite, Esq, delivered an eloquent
Introductory speech, which was responded
to on the part of thesoldiers by Col. Dixon
of the 10th Michigan Infantry. Col.
Raymond was elected Chairman of the
next celebration, which is to be held at
Bay City, Michigan, July 22d, 1866, the
anniversary of Atlanta.
The Ball which was to come off in the
evening was postponed, bpt a bountiful
supper was served up at the Oliver House,
which, together with the 'feast of reason
and flow Of soul" made all who attended
feel that it was good to be there.-ToIedO
Commercial, 10th.
Cleveland daily leader. [volume] ([Cleveland, Ohio]) 1865-1873, 1865-12-18
$5OO,OOO,
To be Sold for One Dollar Each

without regard to value, and net te be paid for
until Seu know what you will receive.
Among those who have recently drawn VkLU-
ABLE GIFTS from this Association, the following
kindly permit their names to be used:
Robert II Hotchkiss, New Haven, Conn, melo-
deon, value $50. W. Z. T. Willis, W. 22d st.
New York, Diamond Cluster Pin, value 500. Mrs.
r. G. Tappan, l6 York-st., Gold Watch, value
Sl25. Miss Ellen +. Dickerson, Binghampton, n.
Y, Melodeon, value 500. Mr. (. h. Stone, 50
Tenth-st, N. Y, Piano, value $3.50. Hrs. Teresa
A. Miller, Scranton, Pa, Diamond Ring, value
Sl75. Miss Ellen J. Peck, Springfield, Ils.; Me-
lodeon, value Sl25. DR.. 1. Van Ripper, Washing
ton, D. O., Gold Hunting Cased Watch, value $50.
Edward h. Lindsay, Worcester, Mass, Piano,
value $3.50. Miss d. II. Fgrwell, Dubuque, Iowa,
Diamond Ear Drops, value $3.50. Francis 4. Mo-
ran, I26 Pearl street, Music Box, value $40. ars.
Lieut.. B. Z. Hendricks, Wizards Hotel, Wash
ingtOn, d. O., Silver Patent Lever Watch, value
$50. Captain 1. Warner, 18th n. Y, Vols, Silver
Watch value S35. II. Taylor, Ringtown, Pa,
Gold Patent Lever Watch, value sI0O. Jas. Il.
Bruce, Nashville Tenn Silver Watch, $40. Geo.
d. Wood, Whitby, Canada West, Silver Watch,
Si5. VIM. D. Redheid, Columbus, O., Music Box,
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prizes, do not wish their names published or We
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Cleveland daily leader. [volume] ([Cleveland, Ohio]) 1865-1873, 1865-12-18

Hons. Garrett Davis, L. W. Powell,
Robert Mallory and ex-Gov. David Mer-
riwether are candidates for q. s. Senator
from Kentucky.
Cleveland daily leader. [volume] ([Cleveland, Ohio]) 1865-1873, 1865-12-18

TamPering with the Teeth is madness
Avoid the corrosive dentrifces, submit to no sera-
ping, use nothing but sozODoNr. Orient herbs are
its ingredients. 1t preserves the enamel. 1t re-
moves all Impurities. 1t strengthens the gums.
1t deodoriEes q tainted breath. 1t is a. harmless
as water, and more valuable than its weight in
gold. decl3
Cleveland daily leader. [volume] ([Cleveland, Ohio]) 1865-1873, 1865-12-18

A female suffrage amendment to the
Constitution has been introduced ints the
Indiana Legislature