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Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1865-1869, 1865-06-03
MILITARY GRAND DIVISIONS.
SErRET4HI- ST4NrnN

The Washington correspondent OF the
New York Tribune says /; mag be asserted
with entire certainty, chat Secretary Stanton
desires to retire from tae Cabinet Just so
soon as the military trials are finished, and
the armies disbaudcd and recognized upon
the contemplated permanent basis. Il is
further understood that in thee desires he
has the support. Of PgesideH. Johnson, who
will then Commission him as Minister 70 Der.
In
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1865-1869, 1865-06-03
DIED.

BiNroED.---On Friday, the "a June, Mr.. MARY B.
BISFoHD wife of Samue! Il Butord, OF Norfolk in tie
tsth wear OF her axe.
Her friends aud the friends Of Mr. Y. B. Bnfcrl aud
ames Brooks are invited % attend her funeral this
evening, a, clock, trom 81. Paul's Church
SNrAp --- Yesterday morning, after rrotrsc.si ill
urss, Mrs. MARIA ZirA SSEAD wife VI W. W. Snesd
aged . years.
Her funeral win take place this afternoon, AZ five
o'clock. from the residence o. her husbaud Ninth
street, French Garden Hill
- Raleigh and Mobile Papeys please copy.
RoWE.--Uu the "a June, atthe residence others son.
Il law, Mr. ID b Couie, Mrs NARY W ROWE, c0u-
OF ,ie late John Rowe, u the syh year U her ase.
ueg friends aud acquaiutauce,, aud those Ut her
Il-aw. respectfully ilvted % atIeud her funeral
rhi, Saturday afternoon, 90 clock, from the ra7i
deuce OF Mr. ID b. t0uie, corner % sJh aud Baker
SIS.
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1865-1869, 1865-06-03
LATER FROlr rEEIcl.

We have dates from N,anoros to the 9th
INST. Monterey was sill. il possession Of the
Liberals. Generals Neg-e,e and CortioaS,
with 800 men, were 10. front OF and de-
manded the surrender o. Matanoros, which
was refused by Gen. Nejis. In command Of
the ely, Who was reialerced by atoU, 900
French troops from Vera Cruz, aud expected
TO be able TO hold the place.
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1865-1869, 1865-06-03
LATE NETTy ETFlfg.

The Hon. tuise Cs.roo, Associlte Justice
Of tho Supreme Court o., the United States,
died at Nashville on Tuesday evening"
"A despatch from Nashville s;atcs tha. the
Amnesty Proclamation was received there
with great satisfaction by loya, meu.
Several persons awaiting ria, at Washing
ton by Military Commission, lave been
turned over 10 the civil authorities.
General Wilson has issued orders Ia. Ne
con- prohibiting the meeting Of the C -orsia
Legislature. BE RECOMMENDS the people TO
pursue their peaceful syocllions under the
protection Of the United States authorities.
The Boston Tronsript says that General
Banks las been ordered to report at Wal
than, Mass, This homeJ His administra-
tion a, New Orleans is undergoing a close
investigation.
. Ez-COngressman Boyee IS in Washington
10 urge the appointment Of = provisional
Governor for South Caloipa.
TIE number Of IT -uUs 20 be mustered ont
during the month of June, g; has been COM
puted, viii exceed I20,G)@
!. The President has appointed the following
officers for North Caroline. Uui,ed States
Marshal, W. K. Richardson District Attor-
.ney, Richard Mason :. Postmaster Of Raleigh,
Col. J. X. r. Rust. All are North Caro-.
linianS.
= Jefferson Davis has been taken from hi,
cssemste prison in Fortress Monroe and con.
veyed to Washington. He is now confined
on board a Monitor in the Potomac river
near that city.
The Hon. !. C. B-adley, Col. y. Davies
and Judge Parsons. OF Alabama have arrives
at Nashville en- rou,e 20 Washington to con-
fer with The Presiaeu. OF the reconstruction
of that State.
Howell Cobb has been paroled AZ Nashville
TO visit Instantly. Secretary Mallory and
Senator Hill have been sen. on 20 Fort War.
'ren.
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1865-1869, 1865-06-03

the archives of the Government. Aregister
thereof will be kept in the Department, and
on application in proper cases, certificates
will be issued of such records IN the custo-
mary form of official certificates.
am, Sir, your obedient servant,
WM. II. SEWARD, Secretary of State.
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1865-1869, 1865-06-03
MARRIEn-

RIcHARpsON---PU lon the 18th OF May, at the
residence Of the brides father in Greensboro, y. c.,
by the Rev. Mr.. smith, Capt, j. b. RGCHARDsOS, Of
New Orleans La, 10 Mss MAMIE e., daughter OF {.
{. Pugh, II Petersburg.
McFAEtAND---C lin the city OF Norfolk, on
s-th uIt., by the Rev Chas. Dobbs, Mr.. WV. n. Nc
FAKLANp, 0fPetersburg, Va, 20 Mss MARIA r CLARK,
% Norfolk. Va
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1865-1869, 1865-06-03

WASHINGTON, TUESDAY, MAY %, 1865.
SIR: A copy Of tine Presidents Amnesty
Proclamation Of this date IS herewith ap-
pended. By q clause in the instrument the
Secretary of State is directed % establish
rhles and regulations for administering anu
recording the Amnesty Oath SO as 70 insure
its benefits 10 the people and guard tho Go
vernment AGAINST fraud. Pursuant to this
Injunction YOU are informed that the oath
prescribed IN the proclamation may be taken
ard subscribed before any commissioned Of
6cer. civil. military, or naval, il the service
of the United States or any civil or military
officer of loyal-StsSe or Territory, who by
the laws thereof may be qualified for ad-
ministering oa,hs. All Officers Who receive
such oalbs are hereby authorized 10 give
certified copies thereof to the persons re
speetivvly by whom they we're made ; ana
such officers are hereby required To transmit
he originals Of such 0aths a, as early day
as may be convenient u tbs Departments,
where they viii be deposited and remain in
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1865-1869, 1865-06-03
RICHMOND WING.
SATURDAY NORM g D.. JUNE s, 1866.

BSPERsoNs ARRIVING IN RICHMOND, WHO
have copies Of late newspaper from Lnehburg, Dan
viIe interior places further south, Will o5liss the
editorof the EAig BY sending them 10 this osiee.
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1865-1869, 1865-06-03
HQRS. MILITARY Dlv'N OF THE JAMES,
RICHMOND, Va, June @, I,sJ,


RICHMOND, Va, June @, ls5J,
GENERAL ORDERS No. O.
so much of General Orders No. prohibits the i'm
poratiOu aud sale OF spiriuous liquors Is rescintgl
But this change O orders will not be construed TO per
the retail % such liquors Ia any place any mil
ary post here such retail is prohibited by special
ler-.
81 order OF Ma. Geu. HALIECE.
jss-B j. c. EELTON, A. A. @.
MINT OF THE UNITED STATES,
PHILADELPHIA, Nav %, ls55.
TIE following the regulations for the distribution
of the cents and new nickel three cent pieces Of the
nited states
The bronze one ard TWO, and the nickel three cent
coins can now be had a. the Mint without delay, or
Limitation 20 amount, In exchange for the gold or
silver coins, or legal tender notes OF the United states
Tue new three ceu pieces are put up Ia bags Of thirty
dollars each. and This or any larger amount Il
VIII CD thirty is multiple, will be sent when ordered.
The reasonable expenses OF the ranspOration Of the
cents aud three cent pieces iu sums OF thirty dollars
upwards 90 any point accessible by railroad or steam
boat W. IN be paid by the Mint
The adams Express Company will act as Agents for
parties ordering cents, &c, o which money or drafts
National Banks payable 20 their order may be s-ut AM
the coins ordered will be forwarded When the money 10
received or the drafts collected
jo5--It JAMES POLLOCK, Director
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1865-1869, 1865-06-03

80. %. F. BRESEE has resumed his business 38
~ agent ol several OF the Oldes. aud most re!a-
bic INSURANCE COMPANIES In the country, and iE
now prepared 90 Issue FIRE, MARINE AND LIFE POL
ICLES iu amount, 40 the oce formerly occupied DIV
Mr. John stewart on Franklin street, between seventh
aud Eighth mysl--.t+
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1865-1869, 1865-06-03

NJ EW - OOD =.
80 bbs Philadelphia (Od stock Ale
30 cases Bottled ale
90 cases Champagne Cider
bbls do do
80 cases Champagne Wine
500 cases Claet Wine
90 cases Tobias" Bitters
81 cases Old WHISKY
100 bSls Extra Family Flour
100 sacks Oats
casks Sal Soda
% bbls Herrings
90 bbls Macksrel
90 bbis Sugars
20 bbls bOlasses
90 boxes La er Ralsns
90 boxes Lemons
100 boxes Oranges
cases Spices
Just received per steamers "Varuua," ''Ellie
knight and Benjamin Mundie," to which the
attention Of the trade is solicited.
WM II. ALLDERDICE,
my 3l-6t 66 Main ST., betw. l4th and 18th.
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1865-1869, 1865-06-03
BOARD.

DOARDING.-Af few first class transient
ID or perman Mt DOarders will be taken by Mrs.
HUDGsuN, on 18th street. between Broad and
Marshall west side second door from the corner
OF Marshall. Terms reasonable.
By26-2taw4'
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1865-1869, 1865-06-03
MURRAY'S
WEEKLYLIN 8 o. STEAMERS

BETWEEN
New York and Richmond.
Leave New York every Saturday, and
Richmond every ednesday.
II III Il well known and favorite Propeller
l. will sail from her berth
at Rockets on WEDNESDAY next. the 7th June,
at o'clock p. NJ.
For freight or passage, having unequalled &C.
commodations ply 10 the agents,
FABIAN. RYAN d FARRELL,
my27-lw Richmond House, Governor st.
L'oR PHlLADELPHlA.---THE SPLENDID PRoPEL-
Il Ter Steamship ELLIE KNIGHT, Capt G. R. GRA-
HAN, Will leave for the above port, om lower end OF
Dock, on SATURDAY, 30 June, at u O'Clock NJ Pas.
senger list nlled Tor this Trip For Freight, apply 70
inyal--tSa CHRISTIAN, LEA 4 Co., Main ST.
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1865-1869, 1865-06-03
DEATH OF SsVTEI N0RDEC4L


Samuel Mordecai died, a, Raleigh, y c.,
on the 9th Of last April, Eier q short but
very painful Illness. he vas in the seventy
ninth year Of his age. The deceased was,
for many years, a'residea; Of this city. lie
was engaged IN commercial pursuits, from
which be retired a5out.G0een years ago, with
character for rec.itu6c ana probity which
secured for him tie respect and esteem Of
the community.
Mr.. Moriscai was the author Of erich
mond in BY Gone Days, % an interesting little
volume, published during the lsst decade, in
which ns ey.nced Jas Se1'1,,y and habits OF
intelligent observation. he was a good man.
MILITARY GRAND DIVISIONS.
Tho military districts o. the country have
been arranged in to-r grand divisions, styled
the Atlantic Division, commanded ny Gene
raj Meade, with headquarters NJ Philadel.
phia; Southwestern Division, General Sher-
man, with heaaqasvsers ut Cincinnati; Trans
Mississippi, General Sheridan, with head
quarters " lew Orleans, and the Pacific
Department, commanded Jy General Haleek,
with headquar,crA at San Francisco. the
gallant Major General George ". Thomas
relieving Genersl Hlli,ek at Richmond and
Immediately taxing command Of the Depart
ment Of Virginia.
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1865-1869, 1865-06-03
RICHMOND SHOE STORE.
READ l. Montgomery,
Corner OrNInIh and Broad Sts.,
DIRECT FROM NEW YORK,
Ladies' and Mems, Misses and Children's Shoes,

Ladies' and Mems, MISSES and ChIIdren's Shoes,
AND AT ALL PRICES
Hosiery from 25c. 20 Sl--veTy cheap.
Parasols and Umbrellas Hats, Boots and shoes Of all
kinds, for gentlemen.
Kid aud Thread Gloves, for Ladies.
Haudkerchiefs, Undershirts and Linen do, Drawers
and Collars, Neekties aud Butterflies.
We are now prepared TO manufacture largely to order
all descriptions Of Boots and Shoes, for Ladies and
Gentlemen Having secured the services Of
Mr.. A. NJ. DAVIS,
Long and avorably known who has selected under his
own cement, in Y, lasts Of alHkinds Leather,
English Lasting and Kid, aud all OF the best materials
that could be bought He wants his old friends not
forget past services aud will say that he does not
teud to be exeelled In workmanship or prOmptness
leS--Oedlw
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1865-1869, 1865-06-03

MINERAL WATERS.
We are now receiving fresh Mineral Waters from the
following celebrated springs, which invite your
direc from the Springs will enable a. all times 70
offer them pure aud fresh
oak Orchard Acid, =. Cathariues Well (Ca)
sharon sulphur, Blue Lick,
Congress or Saratoga, Bedford,
Settler, kiS,luglu aud Nichv.
Also genuine Vichy Powders, Dr. De Jough's Cod
Liver on, Br0cked0u's Comp b. Csrb. Potash Pills,
Laville's Govt Liquor Reynolds GCut Specific and
Blair's Govt and Rheumatic Pills.
COLEMAN ROGERS, Pbarmacsut'sts,
my2z--lm Ia Baltimore St, Baltimore.
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1865-1869, 1865-06-03

T8EAMYESTT PR2CLAlMTIONOATH
The folo&ng Official Circular has Just
been issted
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1865-1869, 1865-06-03

RICHMOND, Nav %, 1865
TXPECTING To BE ABSENT FROM TIE COUN.
II Try for some time, have appointed Mr.. EDWIN T.
JAMES my Attorney IN fact with authority TO represent
me as fully as though / were present ANY claim
against me will be adjusted by him. and all those In.
debted TO me will make payment TO him; aud all per-
sons having business OF any description with me are
respectfully referred to him. Office Of Bacon Bask
eryille No los, Main St. over the store of Mitchell
Tyler. JOHN L. BACON. s
Times copy Iel--2aw2w
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1865-1869, 1865-06-03
AUCTION SALES This Day.

CLOSING SALES.
OFFICE DEPOT OF REPAIRs,l
City Point, Va, May 9th, 1856.
TN accordance with the Orders Of the Q. n.
i Gen'l, U. 8. A., Of April Goth, 1866, and Of
Orders OF Brig. Gen'l Rufus Ingalls, Chief Quarter
Master &C., there will be sold at Public Auction,
to the highest bidder quantity OF HoIs es,
Mules, Wagons and Hal ness, which are suitable
for Farm and Road purposes. Sales commence at
Petersburg, Saturday, June Sd, at Ettrlck's Fac.
tory, near Campbelrs Bridge.
The above are the last sales Of condemned
animals which will be offered from the Depot of
Repairs. h li-'
sales TO commence at IL o'clock, A. NJ. 4
TerDs-Cssh in Government funds.
Z. J. STRANG,
my 29-6t Bvt 1t. Col. & A. Q. NJ
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1865-1869, 1865-06-03
MATING, OH ClRPETING. CURTAINS, sc.

HRISTIAN, LEA q CO. HAVE FOR SALE
70 Pieces White and Red Mating
~ Pieces Oh CarpeunE
IS Pairs Gilt Curtains
Buh Linen for Curtains &c ieS--st
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1865-1869, 1865-06-03
Ar uECHANCE TO SECURE

A Rae CHANCE 10 SECURE
n A HOME IN RICHMOND.-Thhteen acres
Of Ground in this city on Navy Hill; within five
minutes walk of the Capitol SOU ire one Of the
prettiest spjls TO build famil residences In this
market; elevated and retired as a country seat,
and commanding one of the finest views around
the town. Cultivated as m trket gard n, en-
experienced man would be able to pay for IL in
few years. Be ng about ten minutes walk TO the
Old or New Market its daily increase in value
will insure the purchaser from loss. No better
investment could bs made here. The mt of
money alone induces the owner TO offer II for
sale, hich win he privately until the 9th June,
ut which time, if not sold, it will be offered at
public auction, divided into lots or sold entire, to
suit the purchaser.
We will show the property to any one who
wishes 10 examine II.
GRUBBs & WILLIAMS,
my30 Real Estate Brokers and Auctrs.
By ELLISON Il RICHARDS
AUCTIoNEERs AND COMMISSION M RcHAETs,
Corner Ninth and Main Streets.
DRY GOODS,
GENTS FURNISHING GOODS.
WOOD AND WILLOW WARE,
GLASS AND CR0CKERY WARE,
SCHOOL BoOKs' STATIONERY, &c ,u,,,-
WYE WILL SELL, at our store. corner Ninth
w and Main streets en- TUESDAY, the 9Th
instant, common ing at 10 o'clock A. NJ, q large
assert nent of Desirable Goods, consisting; in
part, Of
Dry Goods
Wool and Felt bats
Cents Furnishing Goods
Wood and vii ow Ware
Glass and Crockery Ware
Large invoice of school Books
Stationery
Manufactured and Smoking Tobacco,
&c, &c
Further particulars will be given in future
adver isement.
We invite the particular attention OF Country
Merchants TO this SALE
lei ELLISON Il RICHARDS.
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1865-1869, 1865-06-03

VITANTED---TWO MEN, one who understands the
w manufacture Of mineral waters, the other 10 drive
aud take care OF horses None need apply unless they
can be wei recommended aud Of good character
Apply corner Of Grace and Twentieth SITS
io3- -2tr
Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1865-1869, 1865-06-03
FOR RENT.
WANTS.

WANTED TO RENT IA HOUSE WITH STORE
w and Cellar, or Easement with Cellar situated be-
tween Main and Broad SITS aud sth aud nth sts A
liberal rent win be paid, and repairings made II ne
cessary, by the tenant. Address Post OMce Lester,
BOX No. . jeJ--tt
Mineral Point weekly tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1859-1868, 1865-03-08

4 DASGERoU. RIr OF SHAN There il
now in circulation an exact fac Simile Of
the 800 Treasury notes, issued un 'cr the
act Of February, 1862, 80 well executed
that good judges might he deceived by IT,
Upon close examination however the de-
crptt may he easily detected. Tbs, Spn-
rious note il smaller than the genuine one
the co!oriRg on the back being paler and
less distinct than the genuine bill The
words One hundred dollirs" on the right
hand side Of the counterfeit. are smaller
than the genuine note, and the lettering
AFRO" nd the margin is "A so different. bnr
business men shou d he on the look out for
these notes
Mineral Point weekly tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1859-1868, 1865-03-08
Gen. WashbRrn.

We see that Gen Washburn has re-
sumed his old commend in West Tennes-
see, headquarters at Memphis. The Nieks
burg Ieraid. pub i>hed where the Gcner-
al las for seine time past been Stationed,
pay II high and deserved tribute to Gen.
Wa-hburn execute ability and person
Il character ard regrets his removal 1T a
time when the soldiers and loval men in
the limits of his command had earned TO
respect and O g him, but the command ut
Memphis ia one of greater Importance,
and we are glad that il has been entrusted
to an officer of SO much capacity, honesty
and worth
Mineral Point weekly tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1859-1868, 1865-03-08

To Ora PArRoNs-We would again remind
our readers that this season of the year is a
time when they are Constantly liable to sud
den coughs, influenza, sore throat, &c. while
the children are in constant danger from
Group, throat and lung complaints 1t is i'm
portant that every head of family should
provide remedy that is ready at all times
for Immediate use whether assaulted at the
dead hour of night with the breaking out Of a
hard cold, the racking of a violent cough, or
the children with that most dangerous Of all
,:iseases-eroup-or at the midday hour. you
should always lie prepared. In Goes Cough
Balsam, You will find ready and eftctual
remedy 1t grapples and controls instanta-
neouslv the most stubborn coughs. while in
crorp IL is sovereign cure. The price is but
forty cent. per bottle-ihe bottles swice the
size Of any other az the same price DELAYS
are dangerous. You should always hare il in
the house Ii eau be found AZ all our drug
ssores
Mineral Point weekly tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1859-1868, 1865-03-08

HEAVY RoBBHEy-The ieweIry e,;ah-
li,hment Of A ID Van Cot. Of N;lwau-
kce. was entered by burglars last Satur-
day night. and robbed of near So, 600
worth of goods. No clue of the robbers
has been ascertdined
Mineral Point weekly tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1859-1868, 1865-03-08

IsAUGrRkTIoS OF PEssTuENr ASD VICE
President braham Lincoln and An
drew Johnson took the oaths OF their re-
,pectire Offices ~ President aud Vice
President OF the United States, at Wash
inCton, on Saturday last, March 4th.-
There was a large concourSe o: people
present, and every thing passed off pleas
antlv. In another column viii be found
the Presidents Inaugural address, n very
brief document. hut corernr all the
ground necessary, and in Mr. Lincoln :
own peculiar style.
Mineral Point weekly tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1859-1868, 1865-03-08
Comfy Judge.

Judre Bonner, having declined being n
candidate FOR re ection. we take pleasure
in presenting tire name Of Henry Z. fUHR'
NAM to the Poop of Iowa County as the
Union Candidate for County Judge. Mr.
Fubrmann Is !. gentleman of unImpeach-
able integrity and Of undouhted ability
lie has been resident of Highland for
many years, and has ever occupied high
position IN the estimation Of those 10 whom
he IS best known. Before the commence
mcrt of the rebellion Mr.. Fuhrmann WIS
an influential member cf the Democratic
pnrtv. but when he saw the country OF ms
odontion in danger Of dismemberinent by
,ia hands of rebels and traitors, he was
one Of the noble few of his party IN TINS
county who had moral courage TO cut l"ose
from party ties. and come out openly tor
the Union and the Go eminent. lie loved
his country better than any political par
ty. and while that country is in danger he
will ever he found co operating with those
engaged in its defense.
Mr.. Fuhrmann, in the capacity ct Jus
tice Of the Peace, has had considerah e
experience in matters Of law, and his in
herent love Of riaht and Justice qualify
him for the important Office Of County
judge. The business connected with the
Office will be faithfully attended TO if Mr.
Fuhrmann succeeds in obtaining the re-
-ponsibe position, which event we hope
10 be able to chronicle after the fourth Of
April
Mineral Point weekly tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1859-1868, 1865-03-08
BULLY FOR SHERIDAN
he Whips Early A gain and Takes Him
and his Command Prisoners!
War Department, Washington,
SUNDAY Marlh ) [

he Whips Early Again and Takes Him |
and his - lnnl and Prisoners!
War Department, Washington, !
Sunday, March 5.
Maj Gen. Dix:
The following dispatches in relation to
the reported capture and defeat of Gen.
+. rlv, hy Gen. Sheridan, and the capture
of charlottesville have been received by
this Department Gen Sheridan and his
force commenced their movement last
Monday, and were at Staunton when last
heard from Major Gen. Hancock was
placed in charge Of the Middle Military
Division durin. the ais ence of General
Sheridan, wi il his headquarters ct Win
chester.
[Signed, T. NJ. STANTON.
Secretary Of War.
CITY Point Va
Sunday March 5-ll a IN
Hon. f. NJ. Stanton:
"Deserters in THE morning report that
Sheridan had routed Early's forces and
captured Charlottesvi le They report four
regiments having gone fson here (Ricl-
mond) to reinforce Early.
ISisned,l L 5. grant,
Lieut.. Gen.
CITY Point, March So q. IN.
Hon f. NJ Stanton:
Deserters from every point of the enc
nv Inns confirm the capture OF Char
otteSyi lie 10y Sheridan. They say that he
captured Gen. Early and nearly his entire
force, consisting Of 800 men. Four brig
AIDES we're reported as being sent back to
Lvnchburc to get there before Gen. Sher
iIan (Signed)
I. : GRANT, Lieut.. Gen.
Citv Point, Va, March 81 a. IN.
Hon. +. VI. Stanton:
Refu.ees confirm the statement of de-
serters as TO the capture Of Early and
nearly his entire force. They say il took
place on Thursday, between Staunton and
Chariottess lie, and that the defeat was
total (Sgned)
L. :. GRANT, Lieut. Gen.
new DIRK, Sunday, March ,.
The Times says: "a letter from Win
chester states that on the 25,h ut., caval-
rv reinrorcemen;s and pontoon trains were
there. and on the 9th General Sheridan
stnrted, with about 5000 cavalry, it IL
said, TO operate in the direction Of Lynch
burg. Some say Sheridan and Sherman
will meet and act together in that direc-
ton. Gen. Hancock assumed command
ut Winchester, on tine departure Of Sher-
iGan
Mineral Point weekly tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1859-1868, 1865-03-08

TENNESSEE ELEcrIoS.-The election ior
the adoption Of the new Constitution of
Tennessee. which abo!i~heS Slavery in
that State. came Of on the 22i ut. The
returns indicate an almost Unanimous -ate
in favor of lis adoption. Returns from ten
counties foot up as follows
For the Constitution, oI47
Against l.