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kERTIEG OT FHE Slsf VIRGINIA AZ aIAsST
OF pEGRAMiS BRIGADE,

Tnnedatel7 after dress parade, on February l,
1855. a meeting was organized IN Slst Virginia
Regiment by calling Captain n. Ciawson TO the
CHAR. and appointing DR.. $. Buttermore Secretary
Major w L. Cooper explained the oplect oil the
meeting. and offered the following pre'-mple ana
resolutions, which were unanimously adopted
Ig1crsaS Ii is the duty, as 1t IS the PriVuege Oh
freeen to express their sentiments upon All suJec's
affecting the public veal we, the oincers ana men
of the Sist Virginia Regiment do, therefore,
ResoiUe, That We have entire conhdenbe IN the
President the members of his Cabinet, both Houses
of Congress and our commanding ofhcers.
Resolved That we denounce all iauit-hnding croak-
ers as enonies Of their country-detest their pre-
tended sympathy and decline their friendship
Resolved That We pity our weak-Aneed, oes-
ponding brethren, both citizens and soldiers IN
there are any such soldiersl and say unto theni :
,Be OF good cheer" do but halfyour duty to your
God, your country and yourselves, and all WIZ DC
well.
Keso!ved, That We took up arms to achieve ouI
Independence and that four years Of hardstlps ana
privatiops as well as the blood of our slaughtered
comrades, demand that we shall lay them down
o,lv when that purpose is accomplished.
Rsso!vsd, That the Richmond papers be.requested
10 publish the proceedings of this meeting.
AMER which, the meeting adjourned.
n. CLAwsoS, Chm'n.
: BUTTEgMuRF Sec'y
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FROM THE UNITED STATES.

We have received the New York Herald of the I'd.
The news by this arrival is Of little Importance.
The Yankee House of Representatives has passed,
BY two-thrds vote, the constitutional amend
ment' abolishng slavery. We are strongly re-
minded by this action of the Yankee Congress of
the famous direction to prepare hare-irst catch
your hare and then cook it.
Gold closed on the lst at 204.
THE PEACE MISSION.
As matter Of history--not very important since
the return Of our Commissioners'-w give the
following concerning the late attempt on the par Of
our Government to secure an honorable peace
WASHINGTON, Feb. I've have had surfeit OF
peacs rumors here to-day, and 1t is exceedingly diff
fcut, out of the mass of contradictory statements
to arrive at the truth The facts in the case appear
TO be these The delegation from Richmond were
admitted within the lines yesterday, and day
started down the James river on army transport
They were, however, stopped at Fortress Monroe,
and Secretary Seward started for Annapolis at noon
to meet them.
There is reason TO believe that they are not to
come 10 Washington at present, but any negotiations
or conference in regard TO sett lcment of tie diff
cuties viii be conducted at the fortress by Score
tary Seward in behalf Of the government. This may
he done to prevent the publicity which would neccs-
sarly attend their presence here.
The whole affair ~ inyolysd in good deal OF mys-
Il"
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FROM PETERSBURG.

PETERSBURG, Feb. 5.-The enemy demonstrated
heavily on our right to-day Our pickets Oh Gen.
Jordans front were driven in early this morning,
and portion Of the enemy's force reached the
Vaughan road and crossed Hstcher's Run. Some
skirmishing has occurred, but there has been no
engagement as yet. The object Of the movement
is not developed.
The eneny's trains have been running necessarily
for the last two nights. 1t is supposed they were
carrying troops from their right
From to IL O'Clock last night the heav les, can
nonadirg that has occurred for weeks took place on
our left, caused by the enemgs shelling our Ches
terfeld works. No casualties on our side
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Confederate States Congress.
SECOND CONGREss-sEcoND SESSION
SENATE.


SATURDAY, Feb 4, 1858.
The Senate met at II NM. GRAHAM, Presi-
dent pro TEN. dd interim, in the chair.
Prayer by the Rev. Dr. Mnnegerode, Of the Epis-
cOpal Church.
Mr.. BROWN, of Miss, introduced Joint reso-
luton Of thanks 10 Capt Raphael Semmes, of the
Confederate States war steamer Alabama, and the
officers and crew under his command. Referred 20
the Committee on Naval Affairs.
On motion of Mr.. HENRY, Of Tenn, leave OF
absence for four weeks was granted 10 Mr.. HILL,
of Georgia.
Mr. SPARROW, from the Committee on Military
Affairs reported bill 10 exempt from military ser
vice skilled artizans and mechanics. Laid on the
table and ordered to be printed.
Mr.. BURNETT, from the Committee OF Claims,
reported House Joint resolution for the relief Of the
Virginia Mechanics Institute. Considered and
M. b. also reported bill for the relief of Power,
Low, &c. The bill was postponed until Monday.
A number of bills, &C.. from the House were re-
fsrred 10 appropriate committees.
MrORR, having moved the reconsideration Of the
vote by which the number of slaves to be employed
was reduced from $4,000 10 10000 in the bill 70
provide for the employment of free negroes and
slaeeS to work upon Qualifications
Mr. WATSON said he was opposed to restricting
the number of negroes TO be employed by our gen
erals 70 40 O00 II the exgencies Of the cause re-
ouired all the negroes who could be spared from
agricultural AID mechanical pursuits, let them be
taken 10 ill the places Of cooks, teamsters, &c,
now held b. our brave soldiers In a recent con
versation with General Joseph +. Johnston, he was
astonishei 10 hear OF the number Of soldiers who
could be sent to their commands By the employment
OF negroes in situations which would not require
arms 20 be placed in their hands. lie believed
5Oo50 men could be thus added to the army
lie had not made up his mind 10 the policy of
employing negroes "a soldiers. lie would leave the
question 70 the experience of the future, and TO
the experience that might arise. lie cOneurred IN
INC sentiment Of the Senator from Kentucky (Mr.
btENErT) that emancipation was preferable TO sub
jugetion. And in that connection, he would say
that reeonstruction was nothing less than subuga-
ton. He would not trust the Northern States
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fsTy and, vhils sccrpdItsd rspressusstivss Of the
rebel Government would pot be received, yet the
President willing to receive and consider any sug-
gestlons which they may be DESTROYS Of making,
looking to settlement upon the basis Of return
TO the Uhion leaving the question Of slavery to be
determined by the action of the States upon the
constitutional Amendment. .ia
II must be borne in mind that this whole Blair ne
gotiation has been conducted under the auspices of
Mr. Seward, aud this is believed to be only con-
limitation Of those negotiations.
SECRETARY SEWARD EN- ROUTE TO MEET TIE REBEL PEACE
COMMISSIONERS
BALTIMORE, Feb. 1.-The Annapolis correspond
ent OF the American announces the arrival there this
morning Of Secretary Seward, accompanied by his
Private Secretary who Immediately left for Fort
ress Monroe, on General Grants despatch steamer,
TO meet the rebel commissioners. They were met
at the depot by General Berry, and escorted to the
executive chamber, where they were welcomed by
Gov. Bradford.
Mr.. $. cADwALLADERs DESPATCH.
CRY PoNr, Va, Jan. 3l.-The peace rumors
which have gained such circulation in the North by
the recent visits of Francis p. Blair ST., and Gen.
Singleton to the rebel capital have at length ac-
qured prominence in army circles and are being
discussed in field and camp. As might be expected,
the feeling is different but few officers or privates
believe an honorable peace obtainsble at present,
have faith in the Screenings and plottings of such
ambassadors. To the army the war is q practical
reality, to be ended only in practical msnner.--
Our government demands unconditional submission
TO the Federal authority and the laws and procla-
nations emancipatiDg slaves. The rebels fight for
national independence and the perpetuation Of
slavery. The war must, OF necessity, 60. ON until
one OF the parties will consent 10 modification Of
the terms Ouripractical diplomats, with cannon
and carbine, believe the time has not yet arrived
fol- the rebels submit without conditions and are
equally certain the spirit OF our people would sub
NIT to nothing less.
The Herald closes an editorial article upon the
g Peace NegotiahQas' as follows:
We hope that the negotiations may succeed. We
hope, also, that the country will keep its powder
dry" We hope that no department and no person
whose duty il is to hurry up the reinforcement and
equipment q Grants grand army win be tempted
into an hours idleness; for ii no QUE else can make
peace General Grant most assuredly can.
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SENATE.
SATURDAY, Feb. 4, 1865.
The Senate met at II ". Prayer by Rev. DR.
| Read, Of the Presbyterian CHURCH
| Mr. ANDERSON, ot Nicholas, offered resolu-
ton that rom on and after Monday next, the Sen
ate w meet at ii O'Clock, until otherwise ordered
On slotion OF Mr.. Johnson, the resolution Was
laid on the table.
! Mr.. NEWMAN, of Mason, offered the following
Joint reso iutons which, on his motion, was refer
red to the Committee ON Confederate Relations
ReSOlCsd ~ TIE General ASSEMBLY or bUgNtdi That
while We anxiUusy eSiTe and pray Tor an honorable
peace that it is the part Of wisdom and sound policy
| 10 employ all the means at our command Tor the
vigorous prosecution Of the war, 10 the end that all
our rights may be secured.
. That or senators and Representatives in Con-
sress be- and they are hereby respectfully but ear
LestIy requested, as speedily as may be, 10 sdyo-
cafe the adoption Of Sueh measures, ana the en-
ploynent OF such MEANS not inconsistent with the
Confederate VI State Constitutions as VIII promptly
IN NJ the ranks OF all our armies nov in the held.
= That our thanks are due, aud are hereby ten
dered 10 our soldiers, VINO have SO long and 50 gal
iauts fought I0r tie night VI sel-goyernment; ana
10 sustain them and ~ provide for their families by
IA the means IN power in this ana the approach
as crisis, hereby pledge our lives, our fortunes
and cur sacred hoEoEsi
Leave Oh absence was granted to the Senator from
hing George, Mr. TAHOE, il consequence of press
ius family engagements.
Mr. GARNETT presented memorial OF Dan
bridge Ball, Of Henrico, askihg compensation 10:
damages done his property by Confederate troops
Which was referred to the Committee Military
Affairs
Bills on the calendar were advanced stage.
SECRET SESSION.
On motion Of Mr.. CHRISTIAN, Of Augusta, the
Senate TeSCinded the standing rule 10 20 into Sc
cret session al O'Clock each day.
The Senate at haltpast IL o'clock, then resolved
itself into secret session, and when the doors were
opened adjourned.
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THE CITY.

HEAVY OPERATION OF PIcKrocKETs-Last Fri
day evening gentleman on the Richmond train on
the Petersburg railroad had his pocket picked OF
81. 500 He did not discover his loss until he reach
ed the city and lett the cars. bis suspicious were
then directed to lame man who had sat beside
him in the cars He communicated his suspicious
to Chief of Police Seal, and described the lame
man spd also soldier. who was evidently his COL
league BY the description, Mr., Seal was led to
believe that John Leathers was the soldier and one
Frank Kearney the lame man, both being well
known 10 the police thieves. Mr.. Seal succeed
ed in arresting feathers Saturday morning, and on
Saturday night found Kearney in bed at Leathers
house on the south side of the basin. On Leathers
was found 81, 900, and on Kearney about the same
amount On the person of Miss feathers, who
was in company with Kearney, were found several
hundred dollars sewed in the lining Of her dress
Kearner aud John Leathers were locked up for a
hearing this morning.
Mr.. Seal has also arrested several other parties
as implicated In this affair. Major VIM. ii ,Gibbes
is the party whose pocket was picked.
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ExcITEyESr.-Some excitement was oecasoned
in the Second Market yesterday morning by young
man.onering for sale butchercd hog, the ears o.
which had been cut of. 1t is the practice offarm.
ers to mark their hogs by ''slts, -'crops," &c.. OF
the ears, and to offer for sale an earless hog is re-
garded as very suspicious circumstance. What
added to the suspicion in this case was that Mr.
Fendall Griffin, who lives a few miles north Of the
city, had three hogs about the size of the one in
question stolen from him. Fortunately for the
young man, he was able to prove that the hog was
his property. 1t appeared that, the animal being
very mischievous his neghbors dogs had bitten her
ears off, and his mischievous propensites induced
aim to kill her.
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house OF DELEGATES.

Prayer by Rev, Mr.. August. of tue Methodist
Episcopal church.
Bills were reported from committees, viz:
A bill increasing fees Of notarieS public and sur
yeyors.
4 bill increasing salaries Of the professors of the
University OF Virginia.
a bill concerning payment of certain claims
against the Eastern Lunatic Asylum.
Mr.. WARD presented TO the House the proceed.
iGgs Of meeting and resolution in regard 10 the
present war, adopted by the soldiers Of the 18th
Virginia regiment now in the field
Mr.. RAYMOND, of Marion, similar resolutions
adopted by the soldiers of the 3lst Virginia regi.
ment.
Mr.. McCUE, similar resolutions adopted BY the
SD Virginia reRment. All Ofwhich were read By
the clerk and attentively listened to by the House
Several members expressed their qualification al
the spirit aud patriotism exhibited by our soldiers
in the field, as exhibited in their manly and noble
resolutions.
On motion Of Mr.. WINSTON, it was resolved,
thatte various resolutions submitted TO this House
from Virginia regiments and soldiers in the field be
referred TO the Committee on Military Affairs with
instructions to report fitting response, expressive
OF the high which this Honse entertains of the
gallantry and patriotism OF her soldiers.
Mr. SHEFEEH (the Speaker) presented the reso-
buttons Of tie Staunton Artillery, adopted at a re-
cent meeting held mar Baskerville, in Augusta
county.
RESOLUTIONS OF INQUIRY ADOPTED.
Bv Mr. OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES, The Convention
OF Teachers OF Virginia, held in Petersburg, has
offered gratuouS instruction al the several colleges
aud academies, represented in said convention, TO
INDECENT young disabled in the military service;
therefore
R,solred, That the Committee on Schools and
Colleges inquire iuto the expediency of providing
by law for the maintenance of such disabled SOL
die rs al said colleges and academies.
49, Mr.. MCCUE-That the Committee for Courts
Of Justice be instructed to inquire into the expedi
ency OF amending the act OF last session Of the AS
sembly for the protection of the wool interest o.
the Commonwealth so as to prevent the indisclimi.
nate violation Of said law.
At lIo'clock, the Rouse resolved into secret ses-
sion.
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FROM SAVANNAH.

The Herald says:
The United States steam transport Suwo NADIA,
Jayne from Hilton Head Jan. 20, reached this port
yesterday.
Pur er Lewis p. Thomas will accept our thanks
for fayors also Purser Dickenson,' of the Ajax,
from Savannah TO Hilton Head, for forwarding
dispatches to the Suwo NADIA.
1ScESDIARY CONGREGATIONS At SAVANNAH.
On the evening of the 9th disastrous fire CO.
Cured at Savannah, destroying considerable pro-
nerty but without loss of life; and on the morning
If the 2sth another broke out destroying ten squares
In the Third district. Several buildings were 'otn
down to prevent the spreading OF the names, as 'ne
wind was blowing strong from the east,
lieutenant T. j. Spencer, Depot Ordnance OH
GER reports that some teld had placed Keg oil
powder AZ tho side of the arsenal ~ the corner OIL
York and Walker streets, undoubtedly 10 dow up
the CITY as il contained over 80 tons OF powder Inc
kes was placed in the shadow of tree to avoid dis.
coyery with the top taken out. A single spark
,xouId hayo carried out his helsh resign. 1t is
thought to 10 the work Of the Rebels, VINO are IN
ANYTHING but aa amable mood in view oil tneir pres
Additional troops ofrShermans army have gone
10 Beaufort, s. e.
ADDITIONAL PARTICULARS.
CAPTAIN Thomas W. Middleton, Veteran Reserve
Corps reports that the heaviest portion OF the ire
occurred on Broughton and Hayton streets.
The roof OF the PuasKi House cauBn' Ne, 'u'
was extinguished alter considerable exertion:
One magazine exploded, but with what damage
was not known at the time Of his departure.
The fire was undoubtedly the work OF emissafies
Of the rebel government. Al
Three lives were known to have been lost IN the
copaagration at the time Of the departure OF the
vessel. -,
In conversation short time since WITH severAi
citizens of Savannah on the subject OF the war;
General Sherman in his characteristic manner, re-
marked We wish TO cultivate friendly feeling with
your people, if they love monarchy, We will not quar-
rel with them, but we love strong republic ana
mean to maintain it.
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rxrcrTIvr oFFIcr Feb. 6, 1863

EXECUTIVE OFtiCE teO. Q, low
Invite TIE citizens Of Richmond and virginia gene
rsy and the oitiEeus OF other >'aies VINO may 0e so
iovrning here to meet NE this evening At l. 'oSA
:, ss t,sn Church to respond the answer made By
.,i,,, pcoln to IL Confederate deputies sent TO con
fer with him on the subject Of peace
WuLIAN SMITH
Governor OF Virgins.
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DEATH OF DR.. CoswAr.-Dr. Jas. H. conway onc
of the most popular physicians and esteemed citi-
zens of Richmond died at his residence on Tower
nor street, Saturday afternoon at O'clock lie was
member of the Faculty Of the Medical College in
this city, and commanded an extensive practice.
Few men have left larger circle of'friends
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At his residence in this city, Saturday the Hh day
of this month, at 4 o'clock 4. d., Dr. JAMES H CON
WAY, in the 44th year of bis age.
His funeral will take place at 81 Paus Church this
day. at IL o'clock NJ Tire friends and scqusintences ot
the family are invited to attend.
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To the Editor of the Wh;q :

Please announce the of JAMES M CusTIs as
didate for election to the next General Assembly OF VIZ
Uinia Mr. Gusts has served faithfully his present term
Nr G. is entirely exempt from military duty aad ls OF
served in the Senate Of Virginia His intellect Ia still
vigorous and no reason Why the county should 10
lenryed of his usefulness in her councils the useful
ness of younger men in the field by sending there ole
shond prefer the latter to the former.
fe6 \ FORMER CITizES OF OLD WILLIAMSBURG.
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insss will siso claim tho attention Of the Com mttes
A fun and punctual attendance Is requested.

1rDoK CAPsELL.-The New York Hercld, in It's
recent sketch Of Judge John A. Campbell, states
that he was requested ssby the Rebel'Coneress" to
resign his position I'M the War Department. This Is
untrue. Judge c. voluntarily rendered bis ressna-
ton, but II has not been accepted
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RICHMOND WING.
Monday Morn,ng, February o, 1895
YvENING WIG.

We shall publish, to-day, at o'clock P NJ and
every succeeding day Sundays eXcepted) al the
same hour. an evening edition OF the Wing The
Evening Whig will contain the latest news by mail
and telegraph up to the hour Of going to press edi-
-. - intslusence, SC. y2O
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RoBBERrEs.-Last Tuesday night, tile meat house
of John Frayser, in Screamersvle, was entered by
thieves, who stole 1850 worth of pork. The po-
lice were on the track of the thieves yesterday
morning.
On Friday night, the grocery store OF Ould Sal
mon, on franklin street, near the Old Market, was
robbed of a kcg of lard, some bacon and other
stol es
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ALARMS or FiRr.-The alarm Of FIRE Saturday
night, at O'Clock, was caused by the burning OF
chimney Of the residence ofMr. Thos W. McCance,
corner Of Leigh anil sth streets.
The burning OF chimney in the lower ward
caused the b Ills TO be rung yesterday morning.
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RESOLUTIONS IRON THE ARNI.
The SPEAKER laid before the House lengthy
series of resolutions adopted by Wise's Brigade,
which express an unalterable deter NATION to
make any sacrifice OF life OF property for the estab
lshment Of the independence Of Virginia and her
confederate sisters. They ayow even willingness,
if the contingency ever arises rendering such step
necessary, to give up the cherished institution of
African slavery, by gradual emancipation. The
resolutions breathe spirit of hopefulness in the
ultimate success and triumph of our cause,
Mr. ATKINS, of Tenn, moved that the resolu-
tons be referred to the Committee on Military
Attairs-and said that while he admired the spirit
and patriotism OF dnany Of the resolutions, he was
unwilling to remain silent and listen TO a lecture to
Congress even though emanating from brave SOL
dicrs Which commenced with the intimaton that its
members are fant-hearted ard trembling in their
shoes like Belshazzar. The fact is just the reverse
There is neither gloom nor dependency in this
BODY Whilst time has been wasted in the useless
discussion Of an abstraction nevertheless Congress
has come up promptly 10 the present requirements
Of the country and shown disposition to pass the
most stringent war measures.
Mr. ]. I. LEACH moved to have the resolutions
printed, which, after some discussion, We're agreed
to. Mr. ATKINS thcreupon withdrew his motion
TO refer.
The resolutions were, consequently, as is usual in
such cases, laid upon the table,
PRIvATE CLAIMS,
The Committee on Claims reported sundry bills
for the relief priyats individuals pending the con-
sideration Of which, the House, on motion Of Nj.
LYON, went into secret session.
The doors being opened the House adjourned
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ALsEmAxIE CouyrY, yusls1A,,

ALsEmARIE CoUsTy, yuGIsrs,l
January 81, 1895.
EDIrORs OF THE RICHMOND WIG e.
Will You please TO announce IN your paper that BEN!
J. DARSErLIR Esq.,, will be candidate at the next cleo
ton 10 represent the county Of Abcmare in the Senate Of
Virginia. And oeige -,
NJ A call will be made upon Mr. DARSEIIIE, now in
the army and his response duly forwarded for publication
as soOn as received.
fe6 MANY VOTERS
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FLAG OF TRrcE.-A Yankee flag Of truce came
up to Yarins yesterday bringing 50 Confederate
prisoners. Itis said their is soon to be general
exchange. F-tt
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FIRE.-The sweat-house attached TO Fishers to
bacco factory, in Manchester, vas yesterday morn.
ing partially destroyed by fire. The tire was ACCT
dental. Loss small.
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MEETING OF THE RELIEF CoaxrrrEE.-A meet
ing of the Citizen Relief Committee of Richmond
will be held at O'Clock this evening at the Office of
the James River & Kanawha Co., when on election
Of officers viii be held. Other very important bus
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TOPOGRAPHIC.

Reports of the Press Association receiced .yc.siys.
ly by the Wing.
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HOUSE on REPRESENTATIVES,.
RESOLUTIONS FROM THE ARxT.

The House met at the usual hour--the SPEAKER in
the Chair. Prayer by the Rev. DR.. Hoge, of the
| Presbyterian Church.