Gold Hill daily news. [volume] (Gold Hill, N.T. [Nev.]) 1863-1882, 1865-01-05
EASTERN TELEGRAPH
From the Union and Enterprise Of this Morning. !
sherman IL Preparing % Resume the
Gka.Ia.taa TkHaafened

i sc A8COCAS 1aA PCNS ~ nSe~~S
NEW YORK, Jan. 4.-The Worlds Beau
fort, South Carolina, correspondent Of
December 2Sth, says: Increasing prepa-
rations are making in Sherman's army to
resume the offensive. The enemy evidently
expect an attack on Charleston and
Branchyille. Refugees say that Charles
ton is being surrounded by formidable
earthworks. ......
Dahlgrcn Operating ON the saVRn-
nah RiVer-EOsier's WhereabOuts-
Hardee's Route.
A portion of Dahlgren's feet is en-
gagged in removing the distractions from
the Savannah river, some of which were
formidable. A spacious channel has been
made for vessels plying between Hilton
Head and Savannah.
Fosters army is still at Broad River
Landing, covering the Charleston and Sa-
vannah Railroad. 1t is now said that
Hardee's army passed over that road to
Charleston.
From Savannah.
We have many visitors from Savannah.
The citizens speak well of Sherman rule.
General Mooney has issued orders divid-
ing Savannah into two military districts
for the protection of public and private
property, registering persons formerly in
the rebel army, concerning arrests, con-
tinuing Fire Department. water and gas
works, for arrest of struggling soldiers, for
transportation of persons within the rebel
lines who want to go, and to supply des-
titute persons with food.
Sherman, in special field order, states
that as Savannah is, and will be, held as a
military post for future military uses, it is
proper to lay down certain general princi-
piles that all may understand their duties
and obligations. He then proceeds to
state what may be done for the convent
ence and comfort of the people,. in which
are embraced all necessary privileges of
large communities. The publication of
newspapers is limited to two editors, to be
held to strict accountability for libels,
mischievous matter, premature news, ex-
aSgerated statements, or any comments
whatever on the acts of the authorities.
The Savannah Republican OF the goth,
contains the proceedings of public meet
ing called by the Mayor and large num-
Der of influential citizens to take into con-
sideration matters relative to the present
and future welfare of the city, and resolu-
tons were adopted:
First-That we accept our position and
surrender of the city, and in the language
Of the President of the United States, seek
to have peace by laying dewn our arms
and submitting to the natural authorities
under the Constitution-leaving all ques.
tons which remain to be adjusted by the
peaceful means of legislation, conference
and votes.
Second-That, laying aside all differ
ences and burying bygones, we will use
our best endeavors to bring back prosper
ity and commerce once enjoyed.
Third-We do not put ourselves in the
position of conquered city, asking terms
of conqueror, but claim the immunity
and privileges contained in the Proclama-
ton and Message of the President, and all
legislation in Congress in reference to
people situated as we are.
Fourth-That we ask Government to
call a convention of the people. to say
whether they wish war to be continued.
Fifth-That it is the unanimous desire
of all present that Gen. Gray be continued
as military commander Of the post; and
that for his urbanity and kindness he is
entitled to our thanks.
Despair Of the RebeIs-Peaee ResOlu. |
tions in NOrth Carolina Legislature
Defeated.
The Richmond Sentinel. JEFF. Davis Or |
gan, says: IF we are overcome. give US
political alliance and association with |
England, France, Spain, or any other ma |
ton rather than subJugation by the Yam
KEGS" The Sentinel also says the Peace
resolutions offered in the North Caroliua |
Legislature were defeated in theSenate by |
l9 to q, on motion to take them from the |
table.
Terrible storm-Porfer's Fleet Rides
Safely Through It.
The storm through which Porter's feet |
rode in safety is said to be the most terri
Bile that has occurred on the coast in
years. The rebels regarded it as special
act of Providence in their favor, as it gave |
them time for preparation. &
Generalisaimo Lee-Atlaata Sacked |
by the GoorSians.
Movements to make Lee Generalissimo |
continues. ..-,
The Augusta Constitutionalist says At
lanta was sacked by the Georgians after
Sherman left it.
ReheI DesePters In North CarOlina-
Arrival Of she Asia.
Deserters from the rebel army have |
taken nosaeasion of the North Carolina