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Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1865-02-17

A resolution was adopted instructips lhe CON.
mttee OF the District of Columbia TO inquire
whether persous have not been sold out of jail
10 substitute brokers' ard II az. how manv. snd
who obtained the money.
The House wes' into committee on the amen
dstOry revenue bill
The section provdi Tor internal revenue
of cents rer pound on cotton I'LL July lst. 500,
and after that date scents. PAYABLE in coin. hav-
ing been read Ar STEPHENS moved TO strike out
payable ia coin -
Debate followed. after which Mr. Sievers
amendment was adopted
Mr. Miller proposed duty of : cents on cot
ton. Rejected.
Mr.. Holman offered q new section, TO refund
the tax assessed on molasses from sorghum.
Rejected
ar Boutwell, offered new section to tax cot
ton y per cent.
Adjourned.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1865-02-17

METEOROLOGICAL TABLE FOR IASUAEY. 1863
The month OF January. 1863 all long be re
memberei a. a month Of intense cold No month
of January during the seven past wears has oeen
as cold a. that of the last month The month
o. January. ISIS. was the coolest month for a
long period of wears The mean Temperature
OF the ar az sunrise Tor the lss, month Was ii :
above zero. The mean temperature ot January
1885, VA down 70 ; : above nero. which wa
Go colder than the past month. The following
: the mean temperature Of the months oi J anu
sry ia each year since January, 1855: January
1883. y above zero: January. 1850. II :
above zerO; January. 1861. i99 above zero
January. 1864. II above zero; January 1863
"a . above zero; January. 1864. 81 c allow
zero
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1865-02-17
CHAMPAIGN, H.. Feb. ID, 1865

To y. ). PEypERY, NJ D:
Dear Sir,-I take pleasure in complying with
YOUR request to certify to your new patrons at
Indianapolis of the high esteem in which you
held in this community a successful prac
ttioner of medicine, aud trust they will be pleas
ed aud benefited with your skill and close at
tention 10 the welfare of your patrons. | can
assure YOU that you have been missed when in
need ot medical aid. but as you have wider
field for your usefulness, we must be content to
get along as best We may.
1t gives great pleasure TO hear that
YOU always have large practice in your new
field of labor. yet this is no great compensation
TO those who part with family physician on
whose skill they have depended for years.
tinued prosperity
l6o NJ l.. DUNLAP
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1865-02-17

wAszlxerox, February l6--Nsjor s,oddard
chief Of the artillery Of the 18th corps Of Sher.
mans army has arrived here. bringing Dispatch
C. 10 Grant.
Hessys that Shernlans plans are not known
to bis own army. slihoneh he has It's entire corr
fdence.. kaEt CO AlA
II was vas General Blair's division ~hich de
fcsted the enemv at Rivers Bridge The sol
diers welded to their waists 10 make the attack
and bnt a little to the northvard Of that point j.
q fine high fertile section Of country. easily ira
versed, with good roSds and Astounding in sup
plies.
The steamer Wiuona has been seized on the
Mississippi for alledged illegal trading
Gen Heron, in his report OF the recent nves-
tigation at Little Rock 10 the department of Ar
kansas, transmitted to the Senate TO dly, nd
Gates his belief in the existence of corruption
but exonerates Gen. Steele from all blame ex
ceps too much confidence in the integrity of his
staff he seems to regard Provost Marshal
General Shunder sthe principal offender Fines
and licenses for release from Imprisonment, and
the proceeds Of cotton, are the suspected sources
of emolunent of which the evidence is not very
direct. His dismissal is advised. and Col T H.
Benton of the 29th lows ia recommended in
bis stead
Gen. Heron also recommends the removal of
Col. B. o. Carr. Chief q NJ
The district of Little Rock is controlled by
combination known as Mcdonald & Co., con-
tractors for supplying Indian stations with un
limited license from the treasury department, by
which they bring in immense stocks OF goods re
lieved from the per cent. tax.
One psrty in the chief quartermaster's depart
ment is brother TO the rebel Col. II Mckee,
who conducts the trading store at Fort Gibson
for the firm of Mcdonald 4 Seymour at Fort
Smith
The partners are represented as shrewd and
sharp men. with plenty of money, and is com
binstion which swallows up everything. The
officer who cannot be brought into their interest
must make way for some one who can Only ,
officers dare oppose them. There have,
be SAYS, been brought into that section $500 900
worth OF goods for the Indians, but to be sold
beyond our lines /, is impossible that one tenth
can be sold within our lnss.
Semi official news from the capital of Sonora
was received here to-day, states that large
force of Imperialists under General Vega nvad-
ed the state of Sonors, when General Patri of the
national guards attacked him with the French
steamer Lucfer and they landed at Alfalfa
Colonel Rosalie OF the national army IN Mexico
also attacked them at the town San Pedro, and
successfully defeated the enemy, capturing all
their stores. artillery and many prisoners.
Ziella. the commander of the Lucifer, who
was also commanding the expedition to-
gether with six officers captured.
General Patr has defeated the Imperialiss
under Vega
General Vega together with a number of prs
oners were captured. Vega was Immediately
shot.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1865-02-17

~ A meeting OF preachers was held in this
city yesterday. under the name Christian Con
stituiional Convention, for the purpose Of hav-
Supreme Being recognized by the constitution
of the state and of the United States. The fol-
lowing circular was unanimously adopted:
The undersigned citizens OF the United
States propose the following amend IN ent
TO the constitution of the United States:
We. the people of the United States, (hum
oily aekDo~ lodging Almighty God the source
OF all authority and power in civil government,
the Lord Jesus Christ "a the ruler among the ia
tions. and His revealed will as OF supreme au-
thorIty, IN order to constitute christian govern
ment.) and in order To form n more pc;
feet union. establish justice, insure domestic
tranquility. provide for the common defense,
promote the general welfare. (and secure the in
aenable rights of life, liberty and the pursuit of
happiness to ourselves, our pos.erity and all the
inhabitants of the land)-do orisin and estsb
fish this constitution for the United States.
And we further ask that such changes be in
troduced into the body of the constitution as
may be necessary TO give effect 10 these amend
ments In the preamble
The discussion took u wide range and was par
ticipated in by large number. The proceedings
do not show how many denominations were rep
resented, but it was proposed in the discussion
that the amendment should be so worded that no
citizen would be "di-franchised " A permanent
organization was effected aud officers elected.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1865-02-17
XXXVNi CONGRESS--2d SESSION.
HOUSE

HOUSE
WARRINGTON. Feb. Is.
The House passed the Senatebill for the estab
lishment of a steam mail service between the
[ nted States and China and Japan.
The House then passed the joint resolution TO
muster out of old regiments all non commission
ed officers and privates who enlisted for the
exp pred term of such regiments with the under
standing and assurance that they should De mus
tered oct with them
The amendment to the revenue bill was then
taken up
The Seuate bill was passed to pay the Ameri-
can Colonization Society for the support of re-
captured Africans in Liberia.
Mr.. Wilson introduced bill TO increase the
efficiency OF the staff of the army. IL provides
that the staff officers of an army or depart ment
of more than corps shall have the rank and
paw of = colonel of cavalry; less than a corps
and more than a division, lieutenant colonel; less
than division, major.
The dill referred to the military commit
ice
The bill to regulate commerce between the
several states ;hen taken up.
The amendment was the ole offered by Mr..
Hooper, the object OF which is 20 restrain by 10
creased taxation the over issuing of bank notes
to the confederate banks, 10 come under IA
tional banking laws.
Various amendments were offered and rejected
including one by Wilson, restraining national
banks from paying out other than national cur
rency. and state banks from issuing or paving out
any other than national cure =, after the lst OF
January, 1865.
Hooper's smendmen, wa. then rejected lesv-
/ in the tax on banks az in the law
The amendment proposed by she committee on
wsys ard means assessing duty OF per cen,
on excess Of incomes ever 5000 ana 10 per cent
on excess of incomes over SO 900. Was amended
SO q. 10 also collect the duty on Incomes derived
/ from bank and other disbursements and 10 col
4 lect 10 per cent on excess OF incomes owe,
/ SIS 900.
| Mr. Ancons offered an amendment that the
special income tax DO not apply 10 the income Of
ofiicers of the army and navy for 1854. who
! since have been discharged for disability OF
wounds contracted in the service, or by exDrA
ton of term of service: and any sTch tag which
shall have been paid. shall - refunded Re
jected-
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1865-02-17

~ How often il il the case that the sick man
is confined for DAYS snd weeks. and often loses
his life, or rises from his sick bed with some per
manent dis abity. because the medicine he takes
did no. have the effect intended by his physiciln
This NAV have been because the medicines were
sdultersted. or impure, or the proper proportions
were not used by the druggist No one need
fear any Of these effects that gets his medicines
Al Senoar's. 10 the Bates House block His
medicines are unadulterated. pure and fresh, aud
the gentleman that puts up bis prescriptions IN
dersIaDds bis business thoroughly. and makes no
mistakes Get your prescriptions filled at Sc
hours. If you want TO get well and live long
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1865-02-17

BUILDISG THIS YEAR As all matters relative
to the Improvement OF the city are OF interest,
We have taken some pains TO inquire as 10 the
buildings that will 20 on this year. and are ena
bled to give the following items:
Old brick. IN the wall cannot be contracted
tor less than Sl7 thousand New brick can
now be contracted for SIS. The price OF fran
Ing lumber is 50 per hnndred--boards four to
four fifty
We learn that DR. Miller is making arrange
ments to complete his building this year, on the
corner of Ohio and Illinois street The fronts
on both streets will be of pressed brick.
Mr.. >. Hubbard will build two rooms this
spring on Meridian street, adjoining his building
on the corner of Pearl street He purposes to
build to correspond with the present house, but
think he should improve on il. or he will be
behind the times
Mr. Morrison has not yet completed arrange
ments Tor his building on the corner of Maryland
and Meridian streets IL is expected he will
build this year. and that his building will be a
little ahead of any business house in the city.
Mr. Rinehart will build brick store and shop
on South Illinois street. where his present
shop is
Cottrell & Knight are talking of building on
their lot on Washington street, West of Little 5
Hotel They have ground enough to build three
or four rooms
W. Flsbback will build handsome brick
suburban residence. the national road. east of
The city. adjoining the residence OF j. w Raw.
Mr.. Ruschaupt intends building residence on
North Pennsylvania street, opposite the Baptist
Seminary.
These are but part of the Improvements in
contemplation this years. we learn of more
we will notice them
ID A Bohlen. architect. has removed his of
ice to his residence. an Ohio street, near Illinois
street
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1865-02-17
o rom Cairo.

CAIRO, February l6-Late news from Kirby
Smiths armv says his troops are very much
scattered for the purpose of obtaining food and
forage, and it would be impossible to concentrate
them in any force during the present season in
consequence of insufficient transportation.
Price is reported gone to Mexico on an import
ant confidential mission under orders of Kirby
Smith.
The circulated report of Prices Sickness AID
death untrue.
Scarcely "a boat traverses the river below Mem
phis that is not hailed by rebel deserters, asking
ID be taken on board.
The draft under Candy order has not vet been
enforced.
The Memphis Bulletin says there will probab-
ly be Done within the Memphis district
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1865-02-17

NEW ioRK, February 10
Cotton dull. heavy snd declined: S06s2 mid
ding.
Flour firm for common and medium grades:
$40 ,30@SlO,45 extra state: Sll POO Ii IS extra
round hoop Ohio, and $ll 400 ii 90 for trade
brands; market closing quiet
Whisky frmer: western 81 %; and small lots
at 81 %
Wheat very firm with light supply; fair Chi
cago spring 50 1s; winter red western 81 40
Rye dull and heavy at ST. 6l@l 81
Barley quiet and unchanged
Corn dull; old mixed western quoted at 81 So
a SO in store.
Gate dull moderate sales of western at 81 10
al l01s; latter price an extreme
Coffee dull
Sugar quiet Cuba Muscovado 1914 @2al !:
Havana l6@I9l5
Molasses dull aud nominal
Petroleum quiet 52(a53 for crude g. for
refined in bond, and 81 for refined free
Wool quiet
Pork frmer and better demand at $50 25(G
sc 80 new mess; 1913 1894 - for 1861 do,
cash and regular way closing at $33 81 - for re
gular; and % 00@30 90 for prime; S34 506
50 10 for prime mess: also $500 barrels new mess
for February, March, and April. sellers and buy-
ers' option, s36 50@3S co.
Beef firm and in good demand; Sl5 5000 90
for plain mess. and $2l @24 for extra mess
Beef hams quiet and steady.
Dressed hogs higher. at l63i a IL &c for
western.
Cut meats in good demand; l7@lsi4 for
shoulders. and 1922 for hams
Bacon in fair demand: Cumberland cut 90;
POI long cut hams; 81 short ribbed, and 2lsA
622 short clear
Lard shade easier; 1872 @237sc, including
small sales OF choice at 24c1I.
Butter 32Q47 for western. and 1865 for
state.
Cheese nominal at l4d22
Money easier at 6 per cent
Sterling dull and nominal, 1851 @10s31
Gold dull and lower; opening at 203s, and
closing at $685.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1865-02-17

~ The crossing scrspers were at work yes
terdav cleaning TIE mud from the stones. bot
its liquid state was such that IL would not stay
in the rows rakei to. but speedily was carried
back by the carriages and wagons. Where y
the crossing sweepersl Our city i getting OF a
size sufficient TO supper; such an institution, and
ws have no doubt but industrious BOYS could
make Il pay. Almost anv lady that i able 10
drag a ward of MORE antique through the mud
would mske money by paying a crossing
sweeper FIVE cents for cleaning the stones Tor her
10 walk over. 10 say nothing OF the gentlemen
With polished boots Get your brooms. boys, AMI
sry IL on
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1865-02-17
from PHILADELPHIA.

PHILADELPHIA. February ia special dis
ton. to day says
Richmond papers of the 18th indicate Sher-
mans advance cavalry are actually as far north
as Florence, the second important railroad juno
ton the borders Of North Carolina
Ii is also announced that all telegraph and
railroad communication with Charleston is des-
troyed. thus showing Sherman's left column
must have struck the Northeast railroad running
from Charleston to Florence.
The Richmond papers of the Nth, received
to day, show that the question of arming slaves.
has been temporarily laid aside in the rebel con-
gress.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1865-02-17

To rnK CLOTHING MERCHANTS sSD PUBLIC
GENERALLY The undersigned having sold out
the lease on his store No. Is. West Washington
street. and having TO give possession thereof on
the Ist of March, is compelled to sell during
that period his entire stock OF clothing and gents
furnishing goods The high price which he re
ceived for his lease enables him to sell his goods
below New York cost, and the time being short.
such bargains will be offered to induce every
one 10 purchase. whether he stands in need Of
clothing or not b BEHRisCH
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1865-02-17

IT Cords and stacks of stree; railroad iron
are being deposited on Alabama street. east of
the court house This looks to an extension o:
the line of stree. railroads In this connection
we can state that an effort has been on foot for
some time, with the property owners ia and out
of the city, on the line of East Washington street.
to get the railroad extended far as the Deaf
and Dumb Asylum. II this i accomplished. IS
we believe Z will be. it will be matter of great
convenience 10 East Indianapolis, and those iv
ing there
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1865-02-17

Ia We call the attention Of our readers to
the advertisement Of the Messrs Solomon 5, who
are upright and strict business men They have
. large lot Of unredeemed pledges on hand for
sale. such as jewelry. pistols, guns, ladies and
gents wearing apparel, and bed clothing Per
sons in want Of such give them call, No les
East Washington street
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1865-02-17
rEFor second hand beds. beisteads, chairs

~ For second hand beds. bedsteads. chairs
rocking chairs. oeice chairs. looking glasses
tables, desks, bureaus. wardrobes. stoves, cook
ing stoves. psrIor stoves. and all kinds OF Office
and house furniture. before buying. go to j. X
Marot's. No. 233 East Washington street. and
see il he has not the very article you want. III
he has he will trade it for greenbscks or any ar
ticIe of furniture you can spare. Marot is a
public benefactor in the way of supplying all that
want second hand furniture
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1865-02-17

METROPOLITAN THEATRE-Beneit of Mr.. L
7. Rand tonight. Three great plays The
Love knot-the first time DISQUALIFICATION. and
Brother Bill and Me-fog the first time also
In addition Mile. Carolista will appear 10 a
grand fancy dance. Mr. Rand appears in two
characters. and Mr. Riley, Miss Cushman, Mr..
White, Mrs. Hodges aud the whole company
also appear.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1865-02-17
PROFESSIONAL.
R f NJ O " n L.
Doctor WM. THOMS son,
HAS REMOVED HIS OFFICE FROM
VIRGINIA AVENUE TO
No. % South Delaware Street,
IETHERE HE WILL CONTINUE

| ! !.
NIHERE HE WILL CONTINUE
w to treat and Private l.
Diseases, IN all their species, stages, IL
qualifications and phsses
DIR. Vim. Thomson will give TO {0Sl -
each patient written instrument. ~
binding himself TO effect a radical
and permanent cure, or make rot ~
charge.
Br. VIM. Thomson has made the
treatment Of Private Diseases
specially sipce the year ISlthree years the city
buffalo, " eisht year, in Chicago Ill., years
IN Peoria, III. During eight years practice in Chicago
Ill, be cured over thirteen thousand cases.
DIR. VIM Thomson, In bis practice for scrofua Rhsu-
matte and general diseases of the blood. Fumgs-
ting Vapor Path Of the most ingenious kind In conjunc
ton with internal treatment.
SEMINAL EMISSIONS, the consequence ofself- abuse.
This solitary vice. depraved sexual indulgence, n
practiced by the youth of both almost
limited extent, producing with unerrihg certainty the
following train Of morbid symptoms unless comhsfed by
scientific medical measures, viz: Saow countebance,
dark spots under the eyes, pain ia the head gins
the and noises ike The rustlin0 ~ eaxes .1d
Ting Of charots uneasness about the ons weakness
the limbs confused vision, bunted intellect loss OF
hdence, difdence In approaching strangers, dislike
form new acquaintance disposition TO shun society
loss oil memory, hectic ushe pimpes and various erup
Os about the face furred tongue, night fetid
breath. coughs consumption, moDomsnis and frequent
ly insanity.
The afflicted, the fret appearance Of any Of the
above symptoms, should Immediately apply Or. VIM
Thomson for relief
31B- 0fce asd Consultation r ,r. No % south Del
ware street, indianapolis. Ind.
p. %. Box 1850. tau24-dIy
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1865-02-17
PROVISIONS.
NRW PROVISION HOUSE +!

HAVING OPENED A WHOLESALE AND RETAIL
Provision House. next door 20 the Journal Office.
OF Meridian street. oder Tor sale Rates far below
present retail price, the finest and best Cared Meats
be bad IN the city. thoics PLAIN and SugsrCuret Ham
SIDE Meats. Smoked aud Unsmoked shoulders. Me-
Pork and The finest quality q Lard put up In erees and
kegs OF IN cans or crooks. Aso the finest brands Of
Family floar, oy sack barrel.
Cal and see me All articles delivered free. once,
No. - North Meridian street.
feois-oeu ed HARE.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1865-02-17

IL Our streets now in a filthy condition
The accumulated filth Of the winter is now be
coming soft by the thaw, and u tracked on the
ieet into houses. OF course no one is 70 blame
Tor this. but our worthy commissioner should be
organizing his forces preparatory 10 general
cleaning up As soon as the weather will allow.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1865-02-17

Ia In muddy weather. when the ground IS
Juicy. to preserve the health you must have
good shoes. If you want boots or shoes that
will keep out all moisture keep your feet warm
and dry get Lintz to- make you pair. He has
the best of leather, and bis workmen are artists
10 their line. L, is pleasure to wear pair OF
Lintz's boots, especially in muddy weather.
Lintz keeps the second door east OF the Palmer
House on Washington street.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1865-02-17
COM z RCIAl.
ET TEIs6EAru.
cincinnati Market.

CISoIssArI. February 10
Flour irmer: good super 50 90. and good ex-
ira 81 30.
Wheat in good demand at 81 80 TOR prime red
AMI - - for white
Corn dull ear 81 .O0a OF shelled 81 ,0s(a
81 10
Rive declined 10 81 Is.
Barley dull; receip's large; prime fall declined
to 81 .4O6sl4-
Oats steady At SI0S5c.
whisky dull and prices nominal; sales at
SELF
Provisions closed rather dali.
Mess pork saleabie at S37
Bulk meats At $l6, to arrive in a couple Of
weeks, and sides at liz
Lard at 20@2l34
Groceries steady; fair demand
Coffee active at 44Q46
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1865-02-17

eEThe numerous friends Of Francis King.
Esq. the Masonic grand secretary. will regret TO
learn that he has been seriously i'll for several
weeks from an attack of intermittent fever. lie
Is nov. We are glad to learn, rapidly improving
and we hope will soon be out again.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1865-02-17

Com PESs-Under this head re know of no
larger assortment or better gold pens than are
sold by Messrs Todd 4 Carmichael We speak
knowingly. as we are now using one of them.
and it can. be beat for smoothness of point and
easy spring; indeed we can't help writing with it.
They also keep a large and fine stock of writing
paper. envelops, ink. fluid. &c, for office use at
No : North Pennsylvania street. l6-2t
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1865-02-17

20 The new provision house. next door to
The Journal Office, keeps the best cured meats
of all kinds to be had in the city. and at low
prices. They are also selling celebrated brand
OF family -four. Families buy hams and
lard there at less price than any place in the
CITY
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1865-02-17

TEA large lot of uuredeeued pledges for
sale very lo~ At the Union loan Office, le5
East Washington street. among which IL a fne
assortment of second hand vear,os apparel. bed
clothing. watches. pistols. &c.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1865-02-17

IN The l45th regiment were marched
through the streets yesterday 10 headquarters,
and drew their arms. This regiment ia composed
OF fne body OF men. Who will make good use
Of the arms received