davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1862-1865, 1865-02-16

schoOners, supposed 10 be supply vessels for sher
mans army, passed the bar Wednesday morning So
ing North.
About lark last evening there was an unusual
display of signals between the feet and the land
batteries.
No change in the fleet is reported.
THE EXCHANGE OF PRISONERS.
The general exchange of prisoners has been re-
sumed and the understanding is, we believe, that 1t
will be continued until all the prison-houses on both
sides are emptied and the captives liberated. HUI
mapitv may smile again 1t is almost impossible
10 conceive the Joy which this announcement, and
the return OF absent loved will convey to th-'i
sands OF households And the prisoners themselves,
Confederates and Yankees will rejoice they have
never reioiced before.
The steamer Allison brought up from Boulware ;
Wharf, last night, the first nStalment Of prisoners
returned for exchange under the new cartel, and
took down. this morning, return load of Yankees.
The Confeferates were jubilant when they got
aboard the Allison, and joined in mighty chorus
Farewell, forever to the star spaugIed banner"
When they reached the wharf at Rockets, they
made the welkin ring with their cheers-h0arty spd
prolonged.
We learn that the exchange will 60 on at the rate
of about one thousand per day. Let US greet the
bows with huzzas 81 welcome and leave to the un-
firing Ambulance Corps the arrangements for their
reception and refreshlnent, in which all good cit-
Gems will participate When they reach the city, at
night let the whsrves and hill-sides be Illuminated
by roaring bcnires, at which the returned captives
may warm themselves. Let everything be done
which the occasion requires.
Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1862-1865, 1865-02-16

To SEIN AND To Bit hus been said, observes
the Columbus Sat, that war has produced an in-
crease of profanity and the other attendant vices
This is untrue War serves only to reveal and I'M
mask character; il does not materially change it,
The man who is protanc swearcr, or drunkard,
,r thief or raenow possessed these traits before
,be present unsettled state of society is only the
accession for their display. The soldier who steals
his comrades haversack now, had it in his heaf to
steal before lac became sOldIer-he was resti aimed
only by public sentiment the fear Of punishment,
mr. deferred from the execution Of his designs by
the absence of good opportunity.
The man who demeans himself diSrespectfnlly be-
fore unprotected ladies now, would have done so
before the war but for the fear OF corporal punish
ment at the hands of some male relative; the DIS
turbers of public worship when civil law is NULL
w. WAS restrained aforetimc only by a Wholesale
dread of the Statutes made and provided Tor the
punishment of the dsOrderly and refractory.
The man who steals, embezzles, or otherwise ap-
propriates Government money or property, would
steal his neighbours horse, his OK, or his SWINE,
or his purse could he do with as little fear Of de-
lection and punishment.
The official who makes seizures of private property
upon false pretense, that he is so authorized by
the Government would be highway robber but
for wholesale dread Of punishment.
The officer who is abusive and cruel, or unncces-
sarily severe now, was hector before the war-he
was only restrained by civil law.
The woman who is imprudent and immodest now,
had il in her heart to be so before the war.
l. The man who makes false return of tithes now,
would have acted as did Annauias and Sapphire, had
he lived eighteen hundred years ago, and been SINH
lar situated.
Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1862-1865, 1865-02-16

Lieut.. A. Fultz offered the following preamble
and resolutions, which were unanimously adopted
We are lighting for our liberty The despon-
dency talked of does not exist in the army. The
same spirit animatcS us now which inspired rs in
1861. We are determined never to acquiesce in
any accommodation short of the independence OF
our Confcderacy--we believe this to be the spirit
of the whole army; and we appeal to the people of
onr loved homes to respond to it, especially We de-
D,ond It of our Congress. We do, therefore,
LeSolue, lst. We know no such word as toH IN
this contest.
I'd. We will never consent to aay peace Which
does not assure our independence and liberty.
81. We ask our Representative in Congress to
present our humble views and to pledge us to stand
bv the glorious South till the last man has shed his
last drop of blood.
On motion OF Sergt. John Butler,
B.soiced That our hearts have been cheered and
our hands strengthened by the evidence of kind
feelings afforded us by our iellOw-countymen and
fair county women, in the bouniful repast provided
for MS on the 2Sth instant, and We now renew our
iledge. given nearly four years since, to defend
thcit liberties and ours to the bitter end.
4. W. GAEBER, Chm.
Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1862-1865, 1865-02-16

GENERAL ORDERS,
No. q
In entering upon the campaign about TO open the Gem
Chief feels assured that the soldiers who have
long ami so nobly borne the hadsps and dangers of the
war require no exhoaon respond to the calls Of honor
and duty. .
With the liberty transmitted by their forefsthers they
have inherited the spirit to defend it.
The choice between and abect submission is before
them
To such a proposal brave men with arms in their
hands can have but answer.
They cannot manhood for peace the right Of
self government for life property.
But Justice 10 them requires sterner sdnOnition to
those who abandoned ier comrades in the hour Of
peril
last opportunity is ofersd them to wipe ont the dis
grace aud escape the punishment OF their crimes
By authority of the President of the Confederate States
pardon is announced to such deseers and improp-
ery absent shall return the commands to which they
belong within the shortest possible time, not exceeding
twenty days from the publication OF this order at the
headquarters of the department in which they may be-
Those who may be prevented by interruption OF com
munisations MAJ report within the time specified to the
nearest enrolling officer or other officer duty, to
be forwarded as practicable, apd upon pre-
senting certificate from such officer showing compli
ance Will this requirement will receive the pardon hereby
offered
Those who have deserted to the service Of the enemy or
who have deserted after having been pardoned for
the same offence and those who shall desert or absent
them without authority after the publication OF this
order are excluded from its benefits Nor does the offer
of pardon extend to other offences than deseon and alb
sence without permission.
By the same authority it is also declared that 10 gen
eral amnesty will again be granted and those who refuse
TO accept the pardon offered or who shall hereafter
desert OF absent themselves without leave shall suffer
such punishment the Courts may impose and no appi'
cation for clemency will be entertained.
Taking new resolution from the fate which our eneme
intend for u.s. let every devote all his energies TO the
common defence.
Our resources wisely and vigorously employed. are
ample and with brave army, sustained 10y determined
and united people success with Gods assistance can
not lie doubtful.
The advantages OF the enemy viii have but little value
if we do not permit them impair resolution Let
us then oppose constaucy adversely fortude TO suf-
fernC and courage to danger with the firm assurance
that He who gave freedom iahes. will bless the ef-
forts of their children 10 preserve it. r. J. LEE
feb. l3-6t 'enerSi.
All newspapers in the Confederate States are requested
10 copv times the above General Order No 81 and send
bills with copy Of .he paper to this Office for payment
Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1862-1865, 1865-02-16

tiles. His peers arc few In the nation. a nation
truly reioices in his promotion to the position he
now occupies. He can now give fun compass 70
his great mind. General Lee never eSho'cu any
.rnrfed intellect aud ability until lac was taken
from a small command and given I'D larger one
Breckenridge, the statesman of other years,
The hero of many batte-felds, tle prlae
of Young empire, for him we anger brilliant iu-
turc. All regret parting with him. -,
He is succeeded by that accomplished soiuiSi .
C,,,.r.j FchnIs His former administration, aS de-
nartmentai commander was highly satisfactory to
the soldiers and citizens. lie is one OF these prac-
tica men who LOOK to the interest OF his trust lie
arrived here this evening OIL an inspection TOUR
"i'''N 49, BIRD,
Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1862-1865, 1865-02-16

To REMOVE CLNEERs IN SToyEs.-Persons
troubled with "cnkers" adhering to the lining OF
their stoves or furnaces may be interested in kl ow
ing that by placing few oyster shells into the CRATE
while the fire is ignited the clinSers will become
loosened so as TO be readily removed without the
danger of breaking the lining. We have tried this
remedy and, while the chemical action is involved
in mystery it accomplished the result TO our salts
faction Who will explain the theory of the action
Of the gas emitted from the decomposition OF the
Shells upon the clinkers t-Scientifc iraertcdn.
Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1862-1865, 1865-02-16
RICHMOND WING.
TbarSdny Nos@lnS. February 10, IssI.

TEENs -Da,,, one yesT, 500 siS months ESQ, three
smouths, so5 For a less period slO per mouth.
Semi-WeeLly, one year. tI5 six months. 80, three
months so 40 subscription received for less period
News DEALERS furnished al $50 per hundred copies.
Single coP+es, 50 cents.
Advertisements inserted in Daily and ni.weeky at
s. Pei square Of eight lines o. less.
Remittances at risk or subscriber.
Ar Advertisements from the country must ethgr be ae-
compauied by the money order on some business
house IL the city u insure is insertion
Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1862-1865, 1865-02-16
TREASURY DEPARTMENT.

RIcHyoSD. Va, Nov %, 1854
NOTICE hereby given TO holders and owners Of Cert
fcaes Of Stock aud Coupon Bonds issued under the
act OF Auguts 10 1861 releeuabe after the LIST day OF jan
uary 1855 10 present the for payment on the I'd day
Of January any time thereafter TO The Ieasur
C. 8, of the Assistant Treasures T. e or gay
Depository Of the C. g. funds having been placed nthe
hand; OF said agents for the purpose Of redeeming such
sock and coupon bonds No Interest will bs allowed on
G. A. TRENHOLM.
40 7-eo2m Secretary Of Treasury
Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1862-1865, 1865-02-16
ra-ro ,hc Suhscrlhers OF ,hc "a exc :

Is-TO the SubScrlbers 81 the age
Those of the c subscribers oil tins magazine VINO nave
subscribed with Geo l.. Bidgood will be furnished by
apulying TO him at No. 6l Main street OtsTs VIII be
supplied through the Post Office iel4-mSe'N
~ 10 the Voters Of Holloway ana
lnea-At the solicitation of number OF friends from
the counties OF NottOway and Amelia, announce my
elf candidate 10 represent you in the next House OF
Delegates. .,. 60, .
day can only say am in favor OF MI unrlns prO-ecu-
ton OF the WAR 10 the bitter end and IN proof Of
own personal services in purchasing supplies for upwards
of three years Aud since the failure OF efforts To ar
range for a settlement of the question: am now
ready To attach myself TO company OF persons oil my
age for field or any other duty. What you, gentle
men. of hfty-two. ,,rs ,a1rcD
fel4-2 WILLS a 9iii-A-Ih'
Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1862-1865, 1865-02-16
TREASURY DEPARTMENr c. 5. Al o
Richmond July - 1864
I eANSAN TbaE sE,Cs RITH OF THE

| FIVE HUNDRED MILLION SIX PER cENTrM
NON-TAXABIE BONDS UNDER TIE SEVENTH
SECTION OF THE CURRENCY LAW.-peposits on
call will .cceved by the Treasurer in this city Ass
tant Tps.urers ri Charleston and Mobile and tie Depos
tnres ut Wilmington Raleigh Columbia, Augusta. Sayan
nah and Montgomery and certificates will be issued Tor
the me bearing interest at the rate Of per centum yer
anum and secured by the hypothecaon OF an amount
of the above bonds equal TO the Of those loansthe
bonds set apar by the Treasurer and the proceeds
when sold applied exclusively 10 the payment OF the said
certificates
The security and convenience afforded to banks and
otcr corporations and the public generally by this
mode temporary investment and the effect Of the mee-
sure if generally adopted in keeping the currency within
moderate bounds il is hoped viii commend II 20 the IA
yorabe consideration of the community and secure their
prompt cooperation IL carrying 1t into effect
G. A. TRENHOLM
iy22-dtf Secretary of the Treasury.
Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1862-1865, 1865-02-16
TREASURY DEPARTMENT c: = Al
RICuHoHD, Va, August rs 1854.
"Et;IUATEON.s for carving into es-

Il feet the act OF Congress approved Jue.l2 1884
borzing the owners registered eight er cent bonds IS
sued under the provisions Of the Act approved May 10,
1861, 10 exchange the same TOR coupon bonds
Parties owning registered eight per cent bonds under
the Act Of My 10 1851 desiring 10 exchange them for
coupon bonds will assign them in the manner pointed out
the printed endorsement on tie back oil the cefhcais
non bonds and cause them be presented TO the Regis
Ter OF the Treasury department, Who will theIeuEon. IN
compliance with the PROVISIONS the Act Of June IL 1854
sul coupon bonds for the amount specified IN the regis
tered bonds 80 assigned. o. 4. IiStN nVl'h'
anaa-dtf Secretary of Treasury.
Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1862-1865, 1865-02-16
ORDNANCE BUREAU, Feb. Is6s
orEvrE1sS RECEIVING ARMS

nr arcnuttements under this appear are Iequesse
to state upon face Of the dnPcave sefs in gcod
oy le taryise and Il not good order the per cent
or rlIicb should he deducted on that account
receipts may be presented Tor payment 10 any one
Of the following named officers:
Vi en- sno I M Stevens Richmond Arsenal Richmond
Naior il. Randolph. Stanton, Va Major = : HITTER
Tenyillc Va. Captain g. :. Getty, Lynehburs, Va
Captain Cias semple, wytheyille Va. Captain a. 6.
Drenizer, Salisbury, n. c.
BY order OF ;, j. Goh1AS,
Ofhcia-G. B. SMITH Major. icl--eod4w
Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1862-1865, 1865-02-16
THE CITY.

N,YoR's CoURr.-The Mayor decided the follow
ing cases this morning
j. IL. Bradley, Mrs. ii. W. Jones and W. l.. Cox
were fined IS for violating city ordinance by al
lowing water to escape from their hydrants.
E.B Cooke and George W. Willis were charged
with trading with a negro named jeff. Robinson,
without the written consent of the owner. Case
continued
Lewis H. Luck also charged as above, was fined.
Mary Costello examined on the charge OF
beating Sarah j. Johnson, and was discharged.
joe slave, of Nancy Sorrcl, was ordered 80 lash
es for stealing boa aud cape OF the value Of 81 900,
the property OF Joel b. Watkins.
Elizabeth slave, was ordered 30 lsshes for felo-
niously having and receiving large quantity OF
bacon of the value OF OO0 Of the goods and chat
tells of James X. Chiles.
| ST. VALESTINE's esterday was St.
Valentines Day, but was not observed to any ex-
tent in this city We did not receive single mis-
sye through the post-oifce, or otherwise-a fact
which conyinces us that the large majority OF ladies
disregarded the recurrence of the lovers anniyer-
| sary
Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1862-1865, 1865-02-16
SPIRIT OF THE ARMY

Ia TuE Trenches At PETERSBURG, .
Headqrs Donald4onville CLa') ArthIcr!'
Alta meeting of the members OF the above named
battery, held February 9th, lsGj, Mr. a. Z. Coole!
was appointed chatham, who, after explaining The
object for which they were assembled, proceeded to
appoint committee to draft the following prcam-
blcs and resolutions, which, on being submitted,
were unanimously adopted
Whereas We have Witnessed with regret the pre-
mOntory symptoms OF a suicidal deSohuehcy Ia
king possession Of portion OF the people VI inc
Coniederacy, owing to recent hihtai! rsNerSeS,
causing their minds to revert to deluSiVe hopes OF
an carly termination OF hOstilitVS which can only
fond Ia encourage the enemy III renewed eAertlohs
for the mGlment OF his avowed purpose OF our de-
StructiOn and general cOntScatlOn vi Southern
property and
Whereas We contemplate with deep emotion the
ravages In some the tarest portions Of the Con
GedeTa.y caused bV an inhuinan and unrelentlhg
foe among which We pause with painful sMphasls
| TO mark the desolatIun nov eAlslns Wherever Tue
tyranFs foot has pressed the SOIL Ol our peloNeu
State oil Louisiana, where the safeguards oil virtue
and refinement proved unayaillnS against the ma
mousIv Insulting shafts hurled 10y the malignant
monster, disguised Ia the form oil man, against
her iairest daughters, who, with undyhg devotion
TO the cause for which they have sacrhceu iatueis
husbands and brothers, still whisper US, wheh Oh
the field OF strife TO remember the eXecraed name
Oh 4.
| ReSoiysd That we can discover no irremediabie
features connected with the late reverSes TO our
arms that the sureSt road to peace lies In the una
nimity of our people, and the stubborn resistance
OF orr armies that we will accept no peace not
having tor its basis our absolute independence
that after four years Of suhcrngs and priyatlons'
our determination to be free remains unahered
and TO perpetuate that freedom for which our an
cestors bled we pledge ourselves 10 bghe on ana
fight ever land if need be contesting every loot OF
Southern territory from the smiling valleys oil
Virginia to the low lands OF the cotton States
where, rather than submit, we will hail with grat-
fcaton the companonship Of aligators and lizards,
| in the swamps oil Louisiana.
| ReSO!red, That believing these temporary trlais
must eventually result in our cOuntry's advantage,
we would say to our dear ones at home, DO OF good
chcer-that while we are battling for right and
honor, under our great Christian Chictan, Gen'l
r. l. Lee they will continue to invoke the bless
ugs of the God Of battles our endeayor 10 main
tain that independence which was by our torctathers
so dearly purchased.
ReSolved, That copies of these proceedings be
furnished our delegation in Congress, that they be
requested to transmit copy OF the same to his
Excellency, Gov. II. W. Allen, of Louisiana, and
that the Richmond Eceminsr aud Wig be request
80, ttIli
Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1862-1865, 1865-02-16
TREASURY DEPARTMENT. {. S. A.,
Richmond. July %, 1864.
TAXED TREASURY NOTES.-In order

promote as far as practicable the early liquidation by
the Treasury Of the OUTSTANDING TAXED NOTES, the
Treasurer Assistant Treasurer and Pay Deposae IN the
different States hereby authorized to receive the said
notes except tie 500 notes 66 % per centum on depo.
sit issuing for Certificates OF Loan, uponypothcca-
ton OF non.taxable bonds The said certificates TO be
PAYABLE on demand after the expiration of ninety days
And all agents for the sale of the above bonds are hereby
authorized TO receive the taxed notes. with the exception
above named payment Of bonds when sold at the rate
Of 66 ga per centurn. g. T. TRENHOLM
au2e-tf Secretary OF the Treasury
Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1862-1865, 1865-02-16
HEADQRs ARMIES OF THE c. STATES
18th February 1865.
GESERAL ORDrRsl

GENERAL ORDERst
The discipline and efficiency of the army have been
greatly impaired by leaving their proper commands
TO ion others which they lind service more Agreeable
This practice almost injurious in it, consequences %
the crime OF deserton by the Articles OF War exposes
tie offender similar punishment and subjects she
officer receiving him to dismissal nom the army.
IL j. therefore declared that the provisions OF General
Orde, No of this date from army headquarters Apply
10 such men az have left their proper commands aud joined
receive the pardon promised in that order upon comply
ing with It's conditions or suffer the consequences at
tached 20 neglecting H.
The names Of such absentees will be forthwith reported
TO these headquarters b. the officers with whom they are
serving and immediate measu taken to return them to
their proper commands: ,,,,. 49,,
charges viii be preferred against those who neglect ~ ell
force this order. ,,,.
fel3-6t H. l. LIZ Ueherai'
IN cory times the above General Order No. g and send
bills with copy OF the paper 70 this office 10Y payment
Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1862-1865, 1865-02-16

SUBSCRIBERS whose papers marked with Cross will
understand that then Of subscription Il about to eI-
pre- and win remit promptly il they wish their papers con-
tinusd.
Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1862-1865, 1865-02-16

o1s0 REWARD Runaway, on MONDAY, 18th
eClDU instant negro boy named JIM. He - about
feet inches high II years old very near sighted
and black, with tie left cheek under the eye lie
will be paid his delivery the New Richmond Thea
tire corner 9TH aud Broad. oc2l--t
Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1862-1865, 1865-02-16
TREASURY DEPARTMENT {. 5. Al

NTON-T41ABEE EEebNDS-500, 0GO, 900
II IOAN-SALE COHIiNUED.-Numerous appl:css
ons having been made for Bonds at the established price
Of lG5 aud interest under circumstances that entue them
10 favorable consideration has leen determined to con-
nue the sale ut the abOy-price until further notice
ccrt for the sale these bonds instructed TO act
in accordance with Ills order and the attention Of dsbur
ing officers Of the Government particularly called TO IL
&. \. TRENHOLM
ocI2-u Secretary of Treasury.
Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1862-1865, 1865-02-16
TREASURY DEPARTMENT, c. S. A.,

J
THE EsOLnER. AND OWNERS OF
/ COUPON BONDS AND CERTIFICATES OF STOCK,
issued under the act August i9th 1851 reieemabe after
the l., day of January and July 1867 Eeleby notified
present the for payment to the Treasurer OF the
Assistant Teasuer- or Pay Depo-tary OF tire Confederate
cei. for the purpose of redeeming said bonds aud stock
No interest will be allowed thereon after January LIST 1865.
G.. a. TRENHOLM.
de7-eodSrn Secretary Of Treasury
Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1862-1865, 1865-02-16
AUCTION SALES.--FUTURE DAYS,
;r-yDThe friends of Colin stokes. oruu.

nenburg, have thought proper to present his
candidate for in the House Delegates of
Virginia. H h +. ;.
feIl--dlw-
Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1862-1865, 1865-02-16
GENERAL ORDERS, I
M q

HDQ'RS ARMIES OF THE C. STATES,
18th February, 1865.
Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1862-1865, 1865-02-16
.10TICE no MOIEEIiY AND OWN.

y e. OF Four Per Cent Registered Bonds issued under
tlr Act of February Il a64Notice is hereby given 10
holder. and OF four per cent Bonds is
sued under Act Of February IL 1854 that the interest due
on the same TO Isl January, 1865 will he pad upon PIE
sentaton othe Bonds any time after lst poxno 10
the Treasurer Assistant Treasurer or Pay DePosares
named below u Is practicabe prepare schedules for
the payment OF interest these Bonds the number
and amount Of those surrendered in payment Of taxes
have not been yet ascsrtaDed.
C. A. TRENHOLM,
dec IA 1861. Secretary Of Treasury.
Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1862-1865, 1865-02-16
ROANOKE FEMALE COLLEGE,

DANVILLE, VA.
TIME next term OF this Institute will commence Fen
/ 10th and close June 18th. A full corps Of eN-
nerenced instructors secured. Location safe and healthy
Terms Low. For particulars address
J. b. LAKE, President.
fel5-d NJ W&F, Nv.
A MEETING Of the Stockholders OF the WHITE SUI
N PHUR COMPANY will be held at the office OF X.
II. Maury Il Co., IN the city of Richmond on MoNDAfr
the Goth day Of February. 1860.
feI5~d2tf WI. b. CALwELI. President.
Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1862-1865, 1865-02-16

INIlE Subscriber hnVIn2 ehgnRtN INC
services OF j. c. DINwDDIE OF the Brookland school
Greenwood Depot grsduate,of the University OF VT-
cuia in the schools of Latin Creek Modern Languages
and Moral Philosophy to open school at Louisa Count
House Virginia February 18Th, 1863 proposes 10 tu
NIL ni,on in above branches together with English I'D
Mathematics for i've months fOr3O payable IN honr at
$40 per barrel corn &C. bacon at % cents beef at IL
cents. -, ,t =:
produce ut the above rates. .,,,c,,
fe 3-3taw5t' ~. OAMMA'h'