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Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1865-04-18
A Coat Stained with Blood.

WAsHISGToN.-April l7.-Yesterday q
gray coat stained with blood, which evi
IDENTIFY had been worn as an overcoat, was
found at Bunker Hill, just back ofGlenwood
Ceme;ry. In the pocket was false nous.
tache, pair of riding gloves and slip Of
paper, upon which was, Mary E. Gard
ner, 49," This coat is supposed to have
been worn by the man who attacked Sec
rotary Seward, although the weight of the
evidence indicates that all the cOnspirstors
took the same road, that of the Navy Yard
bridge.
This morning detective Kelly and de-
tail of patrolemen of the End ward, by or.
der of Judge DIN, proceeded to the house
of Mollie Turner on the corner of 18th
Street and Ohio Avenue, and arrested all
the inmates, from the mistress to the cook
eight in all, and carried them to the police
headquarters, to be held as Witnesses
This Is the house where Booth spent much
of his time. Ella Turner, the woman who
attempted suicide being his kept mistress.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1865-04-18
Tribute OF Respeot nom the CITY
Council.
WHEELING, W. VA April II 1ss6

WHEELING, W. VA, April II, 1865.
At joint meeting of the First and Sec
ond Branches of Council of the CITY OF
Wheeling, held in the Chamber of the
Second Branch, His Honor, Mayor Swee.
ney, presiding, Mr.. s. Brady offered the
following preamble and resolutions, which
were seconded by Hon. c. D. Hubbard, of
the First Branch, in few eloquent and
appropriate remarks, and unanimously
adopted by the Council.
WHEREAS, In the midst of general rejoic-
ing at the prospect of an early peace, this
nation has been plunged into profound
sorrow on account of the loss of its Chief
Magistrate, by assassination, under circum.
stances so cruel as to be without a paral-
lei.
And whereas, in responding to the voice
| OF peoples grief, it is meet that the
Council OF the city of Wheeling should
give expression to its sense of the appal-
ing bereavement,
Therefore, Resolved, That our late Presi-
dent Abraham Lincon, commanded the
confidence of the people by the purity of
his personal character. by the couscien
tiousness of his public acts, by the kindli-
ness of his heart, and that at this particu-
lar period his loss is especially deplored as
. great national calamity, and calls upon
all to pray earnestly, that it may please the
One LaWgiVer to extend to an afflicted
country His protecting care, His forbeariug
mercy, and that He may speedily bring
order out of confusion, and make the peoo
pie OF the land ito be of one mind in a
house."
ResOIVsd, That the family of the late
President have the heatfelt coincidence of
TINS body, under the great loss they have
suStained, and we humbly trust it NAV pra.
siously please the Father of all mercies to
strengthen and sustain them in this great
affection, over which a nations heart mourus
and nations tears fall.
RcSotpe6, That q committee of thres
members from the Second Branch and two
members from the First Branch. be an
pointed to act in concert with the commit.
Tee appointed by citizens, in making such
arrangements as may he deemed appropri-
ate TO the melancholy occasion.
ReSoEUed, That the Council has heard
With lively satisfaction of the improving
condition of Hon. W. Il. Seward, who pre.
sides with so much ability over the affairs
of the Department of State, and tender their
sincere sympathy to him in his affections,
with expression of an earnest hope that it
may please q good Providence to restore
him speedily to health, that the country
may continue to avail of his sagacious
counsels and matured wisdom.
In accordance with the Sd resolution, the
Mayor appointed Messrs. Brady, Williams
and Shsllcross of the 2nd Branch, and
Messrs. A. Wilson and Robert Morrison of
the LIST Branch. h. F, FEENEY,
City Clerk.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1865-04-18

NEW YORK, April ls.-The Posts Wash.
ington special says additional arrests have
been made to-day, but no prominent man
has been caught yet.
Another Cabinet meeting was held to-
| day.
Con. Grant was at Gen. Augur's head .
quarters this noon. There was confident
| hope that Booth would be arrested before
to. morrow.
The Commercials special says it is fear.
| ed the assassin has escaped and taken re-
| fuge in the mountain Businesses across the
Potomac. Fresh developments point to
certain parties in New York.
Lee turned over, in round numbers, 80 ..
900 men. Our losses will not probably ex.
coed 10000 or IL 900.
Joe Johnston has surrendered his entire
army to Sherman, thus virtually closing
the war. The rebel Generals express their
desire to submit to the United States au-
thorities.
The Posts special states that Booth has
been traced to Port Tobacco, Charles Co.,
Maryland.
Passengers from Richmond state that
the assassination Of the President created
the greatest CONSERVATION there. People
expressed their fears of the consequences.
A man was thrown from BROOKLYN fer
~ boat into the river for disloyal lam
gusge. His life was saved by passing
boat.
Both this city and Brooklyn are envel-
oped in mourning, and the streets are
crowded with promenaders all day, view
ing the decorations.
Geo. Wells, John Gallagher, Vim. Fan.
ming and Peter Brittou, we're to-day each
sentenced to six months imprisonment in
the Penitentiary for uttering reasonable
sentiments.
Last evening a squad of patriotic young
men visited the house of Mrs. John Tyler,
widow of Ex-President Tyler, on Staten
Island, aud demanded and obtained rebel
flag which has long been hanging promi-
nsntIy in her parlor. Ex-Msyor Lewis, OF
Savannah, was present, but kept quiet.
The parlor of Mrs. Tyler is place
where secessionists have often met during
the war, and was the headquarters for se.
curing rebel recruits. TIE flag was sen,
to Gen. Dix.
Several seoessionists are reported Ia
have been beaten by infuriated Uniouists
on hearing the artful comments made on
the assassination by these fiends.
An indammatory placard was pasted
around the city this morning, concluding
with death to taitorsI The Uaion op6
and indtVisiblel Strike oftenl No NOR,
lparley"
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1865-04-18
Dispatch from c. A. Seward.

NEw YoRK, April 1.-THE following is
a private dispatch received by Col. Sanford
this morning, from o. a. Seward:
WASHINGTON, April 17-7 a. m.-To E..
S. Sanford. Esq.-I have great hopes of
Fred this morning. he has recognized me
with voice and eye. The medical testimony
is concurrent as to the favorableness of the
change in his condition. Will send you
word later as to the condition of the Sec
Rotary.
(Signed) C. A. SEWARD.
LATER.-We think that the Secretary is
gradually improving. His arm has been
re-bandaged and he appears to feel easier.
(Signed) G. A. SEWARD.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1865-04-18

~- ALL matters of local chOrac,er
seems to be absorbed in the ipsense IN.
terest which still pervAdes the public mind
In connection with the terrible assassina.
Hon which has sbrOuded the nation in ploom
20 where you will. it is the topic Of die.
eosslou and speculation. 1t presses upop
the minds of all, to the exclusion of all
other subjects, its enormous and possible
peFnicious effects; e1cites horror and an
PreheRsion that cannot be pushed aside
wherever Wego we are met BY inoui,;ss
for news: has the murderers been canobt9
Is Secretary Seward still alive; and sncb
ike questions, are constantly being asked
with sn undying interest that betokens n.
deep feeling that agitates the public mind
and the keen anxiety for the future, We
might fill oW columns with the v.rions
incidents AMI individual expressions con.
nss'ed with the subject, showing the de-
vo'!on and unlimited confidence Of the
people In the late chief magistrate Of the
nation.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1865-04-18
pooth's Manner Before the Murder

NEW YoRK, April 1.-THE Harald's
Washington correspondent says:
Booth asked the clerk at the National
Hotel if he was going TO Ford's Theatre
that night, telling him he ought to, as there
was to be some splendid acting there that
night. The next heard of Booth was lit
tie after seven o'clock, when he in company
with five others entered the drinking ss-
loon of George Harry, adjoining Ford's
Theatre, and all of them drank together
The emphasis of their manner in taking
the drink attracted attention. After drink.
ing they formally shook hands with each
other, bidding one another good bye Upon
leaving the saloon two of the party rode
off on horseback.
After the tragic occurrence, an officer
commanding one of the Notifications out
of the city, was hurrying to his command
accompanied by an orderly. Between Lin
coin Hospital and Camp R4ney they came
on two men riding desperately. These two
turned down lane in which were four
Others all mounted. The officer and or
derry gave chase, were turned upon, the
orderly WAS wounded and the party pur
sued rode rapidly away and escaped with
those who were evidently waiting fer
them.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1865-04-18

NEw YoRK, April 1.-THE Herald's
Army of the Potomac correspondent details
the work of parolinG rebel prisoners. 1t
appears that Lee surrendered about l6, 900
men, including officers, privates and team.
sters. The artillery numbers one hundred
and seventy pieces, and the wagons 700.
Richmond correspondent says that
Lee has gone to Danville TO prevail on jeff.
Davis to desist from further prolougiug
the war.
The Herald's Winchester correspondent
says the soldiers are greatly incensed at
the assassination, but gre couuseled to
cslmness.
A flag of truce came in from Imbode n
on Saturday, the object being understood
to be surrender OF his forces as part Of
Lees army. The rebel Gen. Rosser, how
ever, refused to comply with the terms of
Lees surrender, but his troops deserted
him en- masse, and he went to JON john
ston.
Many of Lees paroled men have reached
their homes in the valley.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1865-04-18
A Regular Consnirac1.

WASHINGTON, April 1.-THE National
Intelligeucer says, we can state, on the
highest authority, that it has been ascer.
tanned that there was regular conspiracy
to assassinate every member of the Cabi-
net, together with the Vice President
Booth. 1t is said, sent isNoard up to the
Vice President at his hotel, but Mr.. john
son could not conveniently see him. The
names of the severally appointed assassins
are, we understand, known and after the
present investigation is concluded aud pub.
lished, the public will be astonished. From
motives of public interest, we refrain from
mentioning many Of them that reach US.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1865-04-18
Last Nights Report.
Meeting of Kentuckians-About the
Reported Arrest of Booth.

NEW YORK, April l7th.-A meeting OF
kentuckians was beld last night at which
suitable action was taken in reference to
the death of the President. ]. B. Stewart
and Colonies Shaffer and Duncan we're ap
pointed committee to carry the arrange
ments into effect.
The Navy Department issued orders for
closing business at all the navy yards and
naval depots on Wednesday, and for OBJ
serving the day on board of all national
vessels in the United States.
The report still prevails that Booth has
been arrested and is on board OF q gunboat
on the Potomac. The origin of the story
was in this wise: A prominent military
othcer came into the Navy Department on
Saturday, and said he had just learned
that Booth was overtaken some miles out
on the road leading from 9TH street, and
asked whether the Department would con
sent that he be placed on board gunboat
The answer was in the affirmative. IN.
fortunately the same Office received later
Information, that the report was not true
The military authorities have received nc
intelligence of his arrest.
At half past one O'Clock to day, Score.
tary Seward was represented to be in az
improving condition, though he rested
rather uncOmfortably last night, from men
tai excitement caused by conversation with
trlensd in relation to recent events. His 500
Frederick has partially recovered con-
seriousness and his symptoms are otherwise
somewhat favorable. Mr.. Hansell, the
messenger of the State Department, who
was stabbed in the back at the same time
is great sufferer, but is believed to be
out of danger.
Numerous arrests of indiscreet and sus-
pccted parties have taken place to day
They caused much excitement. Reports
prevail that Surrat is among the number
but this is not true.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1865-04-18
To the People of the State of Illinois:
The Feeling i'm Canada.

MONTREAL, April l7.-On Saturday the
flags on the Court House, City Hall, Gas.
tom House and other public buildings were
displayed at half mast. In all the churches
yesterday, the clergy in their prayers re-
the President, aud expressed their detesta-
ton OF the crime.
A union prayer meeting of all the differ
ent denominations II christiaus, is to be held
tonight in the Wesleyan Chapel, to express
sympathy with the people of the United
States throughout Canada. There is but
one feeling of horror at the crime and the
warmest sympathy for the nation.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1865-04-18

EsFERDAT the hands employed in
repairing portion of the railroad immedi.
ate'y above Berger L HoFmau's lanyard,
discovered the remains of a human skele.
ton' which had been exposed by the slip.
several have heretofore been discovered
"nen digging foundations in that neighbor-
mood Other evidences found with them
at Inc time, went to show that at some
PERIOD the place hsd been used as an Indi-
81 ouFyiog ground. Doubtless the remains
round yesterday, belonged to one of the
AoOtislnes of the forest, thus brought
again to the light of day, by the steady
march of time.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1865-04-18

b9-IT appears there was some individu-
ais IN The town of Irouton, Ohio, Who were
so heaF'iess, so lost to all feelings of hu.
mainly and patriotism, as to express feel
lng' Ct qualification over the news of the
Presidents death. This was more than
Outraged humsn could endure. The in.
digusnt and sorrow stricken citizens rose
en- mass ard compelled these wretcbes in
human form, to leave the town. We are
Informed that they we're seven in number
ard barely escaped with their lives, some
Of them being very severely beaten.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1865-04-18

WASHINGTON, April 17-Iuformatio has
been received by the Government from
Gen. Sherman that he was in commuuica.
ton with Gen. Johnston, with a view to
the surrender of the latter. Sherman
would offer the same terms that Grant did
to Lee, and it was supposed they would be
accepted.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1865-04-18

ST. LOUIS. April 1.-THE sorrow at the
death of Mr.. Lincoln is still undated and
the number of houses being draped in
mourning are constantly on the increase.
Several persons were arrested for exult.
ing over the ASSASSINATION and uttering
disloyal language. Two were shot and two
were wounded for the same cause.
Business is still suspended. No change
to-day, the time being occupied in speak
ing by several prominent gentlemen Res
olutious were passed expressing sorrow at
the loss Of the late Chief Magistrate, con-
doing with his family, plsdg'ng support to
Andrew johnson and Offering to unite wi h
the civil and military authorizes in attend-
ing the funeral at Springfield.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1865-04-18
Capture of Spanish Fort and Mobile

NV ORLANs, April 10, via CA1Ro, 10
The Times publishes an official dispatch OF
the capture of Spanish Fort and of the
town of Blakely. The former WAS captur
ed at 1890 on the morhing of the 9th, with
700 prisoners. The latter was captured on
the same day by assault, with over 5000
prisOnres and large amount of ordnance
stores. Our gunboats and troops were pro.
ceeding, unresisted, towards Mobile, which
place was captured last evening by a por.
uon of Gen. Smiths command, assisted
by the light draft gunboats, after short
resistance by the enemy.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1865-04-18
~A CoUxrRr Postmaster having

%A CoUSTRY Postmaster having CO..
easion to write to the Office in this city in
regard TO 81 official error of his Office,
shows serious glect of his early educa-
tion. Among other explanations of his err
ror, be remarks that he was so instructed
By the deputy of his ancestors, from which
We infer that the ofice is an heirloom of
the family. he must learn, however, that
it will rot always do to follow in the steps
Of bic ancestors.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1865-04-18

%BT the orders of the War Depart
ment, recruiting and drafting has been
suspended in the city. Orders have also
been received 10 cease forwarding drafted
men. We do not understand that men who
have already been drafted are relieved from
reporting themselves at head quarters. AL
though their services may not be required
it would be better for all such persona to
report and relieve themselves from all future
entertainments.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1865-04-18

@-BATrERT h, 1st West Virginia light
Artillery, has been transferred to Cumber-
land and armed with muskets. They are
now doing duty as Provost Guard. The
boys think they have been hardly deal,
with in transferring them to a branch OF
the service in which they did not enlist
They have never been mounted and equip.
ped as battery and feel that they have
not had the opportunities they desired
Their patriotism and devotion to the.cause
will reconcile them to whatever duties the
Government msy assign. The I'd Veteran
Infantry, which includes the old lst, is also
stationed al Cumberland for the present.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1865-04-18

BALTIMORE, April l7.-Charles G. Full.
Ter, Of the American has just arrived from
Charleston and Savannah. At the latter
place he learned that on Monday the 10th
inst, JEFF. Davis was at Macon, Ga,
At Savannah he learned from bank
officer that JEFF. Davis had on deposit 10
one Of the hanks there $3.50, 600 in gold,
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1865-04-18

wPREsERvE YOUR EYEs.-Youug stu
dents and ladies working on ane work, and
all persons having to do much writing,
should call on Prof Beruhardt and get .
pair of his fine double vision glasses,
made expressly to preserve the eyes. Call
soon, as his stay is short in the city. Of1ca
at the Mcclure House Parlor, No. $50, frst
floor.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1865-04-18
Prom the Western Christian Advocate. j

awe have personally examined the principal ma
chimes In use, and with an anxious desire to place
before our readers reliable Information. As the
result of such examination We most unheSitatInRly
recommend Wheeler and Wilson's Family Sowing
Machine nS TIE machine for family use. There are
good, better and best. and the best machine, we
feel entirely safe in saying, Is Wheeler Wilson's !"
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1865-04-18

w~THERE has been heavy decline in
the article Of bay which has commanded
exceedingly high prices during the winter
having been sold as high as thirty dollars
per ton. Last week it was sold at sixteen
a decline of fourteen collars per ton. Even
at this rate there is no crop that will pay
the farmer 30 we'll as his hay.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1865-04-18

NEw YoRK, April 1.-THE CONNER
calls special says the name Of the ASSASSIN
who entered Mr.. Stewards house is Thomp-
son.
The Posts Washington special says
there had been no Sighting between the
forces of Sherman aud Johnston, and it
was believed at Shermsn's headquarters
that the surrender OF Johnson's army would
take place last Friday.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1865-04-18

WASHINGTON, April 1.-THE members
of the diplomatic body yesterday held a
meeting at the Russian Legation and have
decided to join in the outward demonstra.
lions OF sorrow which have been determio J..
ed upon by the authorities and the citi.
zeus.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1865-04-18

~PoLICE.-Snsan Frank and Nancy
Huggins we're up before Alderman Johnson
charged With keeping disorderIy houses
and creating a disturbance. susan was
fned $40 and cosrs. Nancy hAying sue
cessfuIIy indicated her character was dis
charged.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1865-04-18

CAIRO, April l7.-Gen. Washburn issued
Cd order at Memphis officially recognizing
the fact that the rebellion ia ended and
Eevoking several Of his strongest orders
previously in force for the government Of
affairs 10 West Tennessee. -
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1865-04-18

~RrvER-Tbe Potomac, Cspt. Fink,
arrived yesterday. As usual this popular
steamer brought up q good trip. This eV-
ening the Wild Wagner and Potomac
both leave for Cincinnati. The river ID
falling slowly with eleven and half feet
in the channel.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1865-04-18

LE1lNGToS, KY, April l7.-Gen. Hob
son 8 men killed Marion, the guerrilla, yes
terday. Webster, the noted guerrilla, ia
to surrender lis whole command
II Geo. Hobsoo, whose forces are so arrsu-
ged that they must surrender or be exter
inflated.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1865-04-18

ROCHESTER,, April i7.-The Mayor of
this city received telegram from General
Peck, commanding at New York, stating
that information had reached him that an
organized band of l50 men are in Carelton
county, Canada. prepared to make q raid
on Rochester or Ogdeusburg.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1865-04-18

INDIANAPOLIS, April l7.-Gov. Morton
mas revoked his order for rejoicing GU
Thursday next, and recommends that the
and prayer.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1865-04-18
Rewards offered

WASHINGTON, April 1.-THE Common
Council have offered reward of $40 600.
Tor the arrest and conviction OF the assas-
SINS. $40 600 is added by Ool. S. c. BA.
ker, Agent OF the War Department,
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1865-04-18

~SORR THROAT, in most cases can be
relieved BY rubbing the skin on the out
side before going to bed with Logan's Ar
MICA. Tightness in the breast and Hoarse.
ness, can be relieved by rubbing the breast
in the same way. For sale by T. H. Lo
gan & Co., aud Logan, List Co., Wholesale
and Retail Druggists, Wheeling. ct
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1865-04-18
Business to be Suspended on Wed.
nesdaV.

WAsHIEGToN, April l7.-T0 Deputy Post
MGsteTs.-Business in all the Post Offices
of the United States, will be suspended
and the offices closed from IL q. m. to D
M, on Wednesday, the 18th inst, during
the funeral solemnities of Abraham Lin.
coin, late President of the United States.
(Sigued,) W. h. DENNIsoN,
Post Master General.
To the People of the State Of Illinois:
The funeral ceremonies of the lsmented
Chief Magistrate are to take place in this
city, at the Executive Mansion, at l2 M,
on Wednesday the 10Th inst. The acting
Secretary of State has advised the various
cities throughout the country to suspend
business for the purpose of solemnizing
the occasion with appropriate ceremonies.
Responding to the spirit of this announce
ment, call upon the people of Illinois,
the home of her msrtyred son, to meet in
their respective churches and places of
worship on that day, to observe in such
manner as the painful occasion shall sug.
gest the solemn hour.
(Signed) I.OGLEsBY, Gov.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1865-04-18

~-THE advertised sale of tobacco and
cigars commenced yesterday at the auction
room of Geo. Wickham, will be continued
to-day.