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Daily Ohio statesman. [volume] (Columbus, Ohio) 1855-1870, 1865-12-18
War Declared.
CRUs0E.

President johnson by his late Message
has cut loose the dogs of war. de must
now change front and prepare to meet the
combined forces of the radicals. War, and
bloody war, is inevitable between johnson
and the conservative men of the country,
and Sumner, Wilson & Co. at the head of
the mighty army of radicalism. The only
question now. Is, will the American people
sustain Mr.. johnson and his great consti-
Uutional position, or will they give way
and be carried forward by the force OF
fanaticism, that now peoples the trains of
radical ideas. Whether this question will
be settled before the meeting Of the whole
American people at the polls in 1868, will
be answerable in few days. No on' can
doubt but thai the President has taken
high constitutional grounds. Some may
think he is too reserved, but doubtless from
his position, stronger and more decided
stand in favor of Southern recognition
would endanger the support he hopes for
from the more liberal portion OF the Re
publican members. Now the two grand
armies of the two contending forces will be
marshaled. Generals will be assigned COM
mands, and ambition and patriotism will
inspire subordinate officers and ranks, and,
while no sound of artillery or musketry
will be heard, the coliffNt will be more
deadly than any of the last four years war.
The battle grounds in this campaign will
be far North of the late scenes of war.
Nav the Justice of God give to the Presi-
dent full and complete triumph, restoring
peace, harmony and rest throughout the
entire Union.-Cuipth (Miss.) Enquirer,
Dec. II. o..
Daily Ohio statesman. [volume] (Columbus, Ohio) 1855-1870, 1865-12-18
~ mnrv,a Fair,

The Fair at Wenger's and Zettler's Halls
for the benefit of st. Mary's School, was,
we'll attended on Saturday evening, quite
as well, if not better than on anyprevious
evening. Hemmersbach'sB Band were In at
tendance at Zettler's Hall ahdat intervals
dlscoursed that inspiring music for which
they are so famous, Mach interest was
taken In the drawings which came off in
Zettler's Hall during the evening.
a.We,aFe not tapprised, as to the time when
the Fair will close, but understand that It
will dohtihue tortwo or three nights longer.
The chances in the Knabe Upright Piano,
the Sewing Machines, and other valuable
,prizssare being taken rapidly, and as soon
as q sufficient number are entered, the
drawings will take place. Some of the
darger prizes will probably be drawn to-
might. Persons who would like to encour-
age the School, and take change Ia some q
the best prizes should secure their risks
tonight.
Daily Ohio statesman. [volume] (Columbus, Ohio) 1855-1870, 1865-12-18
Franklin Common Pleas.

Il .. 800" "aAH DATURDA1,' Dtc. lO'
State of Ohio v. James Mcdonald, in-
dlcted for grand larceny, jointly with Alon-
20 Warrington and Charles Baker. Jury
trial. Verdict in favor Of defendant Nc
Donald of Not Guilty.
State of Ohio v. James Mullen. The
Prosecuting Attorney entered refusal to
further prosecute the indictment in this
case.
Anna Green v. John Green. Petition for
divorce. Divorce granted. Cause-extreme
cruelty. Petitioner restored to her maiden
name of Anna Gillespie. sa
State of Ohio v.John COmmens. Indict-
ment for grand larceny. Jury trial. YER
dct-Guilty. Value of property stolen
$3.50.
State of Ohio V. Adolph Hulwiss. In
dictment for horse stealing. Jury trial.
Yerdict-Guilty.
Daily Ohio statesman. [volume] (Columbus, Ohio) 1855-1870, 1865-12-18
Ths Republican Policy Ihe Ale.


we are told by sacred authority, that if
theft cotld have been fopnd three right
eous men In Sodom, the Almighty would
not'haYe permitted Its destruction by fire.
Thfeesueh righteous men would have saw
edit, The Republican Senators and Mem
bersih Congress adopt the reverse policy in
theupacifcationi of the South. Their acts
argue chat II three contumaeiousa men can
be found in Southern State that was lately
insurgenk destruction should be visited
upon the civil and political rights of the
State, This latter policy was championed
in the House by a,nan who has the repu-
tation Of being disbelleyer In all that the
Christian builds his hopes on for eternal
salvationsi He comes under the head Of
those who are classed by the Scriptures as
tile wicked whose rule causes a "'people
tomourp;r aud If this man Is permitted to
rule the country, work which he practi-
cally seeks to usurp, the people Of the whole
country will have cause for mourning such
as they never yet have had.
Daily Ohio statesman. [volume] (Columbus, Ohio) 1855-1870, 1865-12-18
letter from Away DowH soulIID.
Correspondence of the Louisville Democrat
N Al ABRRDEEN, MISS, Nov. 80. 1865.

lOOrfeSp0huonce OF tne 1ouiafHto OeulOcIhVsl
~ N ABsRDEEN, MISS, Nov. 80, 1865.
4 Messrs. Editors; AsI do not take your
paper yet read il, have concluded It
was nothing but right that should try and
make some returnby keeping You posted
as TO passing events, that some of your
readers might possibly be Interested In.
First and foremost, of course, Is the "al-
mighty niger" Well, l must say in his
behalf that ''away down here" be is be-
having as swell as could be expected"
Mark YOU, speak of his behavior alone.
He saws, as of old, "How DO, Massa?p but
as for work, that is played out with jus.
All he wants, to be rich, Is some old,
broken down mule or horse, q cart or
two-horse wagon, shotgun or worthless
pistol, some kind of shed or clubhouse,
and he Is fixed up to 'sclass mlddling."
All Gard when say all mean the larger
portion by faT) are looking for something,
Mcaw ber-liie, to turn up about ChristmAsI
What that something is TO be. none can
tell; but that something will by some no.
Gus pOeHs, comealong none. for moment
doubt. Ifthey can only get to town, they
have done enough. Those who contracted
with the planters Won't work; by c0nse-
quence, our crops are miserable failure.
Our streets are almost daily crowded with
them. and on Saturdays 10 Is almost jam,
What is to become of them this winter the
Good One only knows. From my heart
pity them Our Legislature, now IN ses-
sion, has passed an ACT requiring them All
TO have homes by the second Monday in
January. The planters will only employ
the stout and healthy ones. Can any one
say what will become of the weak andin-
firm, but especially the children? If en-
couraged, / will keep you posted fully from
time to time, as to passing events-as TO
niggers, pork, mules, horses, &C., DC.
Yodrs, &C., ..-.NL'
CRusOE
Daily Ohio statesman. [volume] (Columbus, Ohio) 1855-1870, 1865-12-18
Music BOXES from $500 to $500.
s. SELLECK & Co.
Accident on the Little miami Road

Accident on the Little Miami Road.
A sad accident occurred about nine o.
clock, Friday evening, on the, Little Miami
road, to the Pittsburgh Express train from
Cincinnati, due here at 1880 P. M. When
the train was about two miles this side of
Morrow, and about forty miles from Gin
cinnati,, the axle OF the express car which
was nextthe Cleveland sleeping ear Ovlng
to the breakage of rail, broke in twain,
and threw two passenger cars off the track.
One man, a soldier, who had served four
years in the army, was Instantly Killed,
and about thirty other passengers were
more or less seriously injured, several
having their legs and arms broken, and
others sustaining other severe, Injuries
Charles Bradley,the Conductor on the train.
who resides in this city, was so bruised and
injured as to be now confined to his room,
but will probably recover in short time.
We have not been able to obtain further
particulars. r-.
Daily Ohio statesman. [volume] (Columbus, Ohio) 1855-1870, 1865-12-18
stevens and conscience.

I'm 1888, Trad. STEVENS undertook the
Job Of setting aside the State election Of
Pennsylvania as though it had not occurred,
and of foisting on the State a minority
Governor and a minority Legislature. At
Harrisburg, the capital, into this nefarious
business he whipped all the members of his
party In the Legislature, excepting three
Messrs. STURDEvANT and BUTLER, of Lu-
zerne, and MoNTELIUs, Of Union. Before
the committee OF investigation, Mr.. Mon
TELIUs testified that he had told Mr.. STE
vENs that his conscience would not per-
nit him to sanction these corrupt proceed
ings.r "Conscience, indeed" replied Mr..
STEVENS, "throw conscience to the devil
and stand by your party"
This is the man who is the leader of the
Regolutionists in Congress- fit leader, as
his past history proves.
Daily Ohio statesman. [volume] (Columbus, Ohio) 1855-1870, 1865-12-18
AHorrihIe Accident.

A man named Christian Arnt was buried
alive in well on the farm OF Geo. Harmon,
in Bainbridge, near the Catholic church,
on Tuesday afternoon. He was being low
cred into the we'll by windlass for the
purpose of examining the curbing. which
was somewhat decayed. When at the
depth of forty feet (the we'll is seventy feet
deep he called to those above to draw him
up, as the curbing was giving way beneath
him. They began to raise him up, and al
most Immediately a part OF the curbing
above him caved in. filling the tub and TAX
ing it down with such force as to break one
arm of the windlass. The other arm caught
in the clothing of boy working it, and
threw him clear over the shaft. several feet
away. The whole well finally caved in
from the very top, The whole neighbor-
hood was aroused, and every effort was be-
ing made to recover the body of the unfor-
tunate man, but, up TO Thursday evening.
they had proved unayailing.-St. Joseph
(Nicl.) TTdUeLer.
Daily Ohio statesman. [volume] (Columbus, Ohio) 1855-1870, 1865-12-18
Immigrants.

CHI, Campen, Immigrant Agent, reports
the number of Immigrants that passed this
point during the week ending the 18th inst.
at 4l6. Their destination was as follows:
Ohio, 153; Indiana, 81 !; Illinois, 67; Mis-
souri,, 12S; Kentucky, l2; Tennessee, 10
Seyen-eighths7 of these immigrants were
Germans, and most of them farmers, fur
nished with the means of carrying out
their intention of buying land in the West.
Daily Ohio statesman. [volume] (Columbus, Ohio) 1855-1870, 1865-12-18
Emue1e in GaaIInlin.

We learn from parties from Gallatin that
quite fracas occurred there this day week.
The circumstances are represented as fol-
lows: Mr.. Murphy. an ex-lieutenaut OF the
Federal army, was pushed off the sidewalk
during the morning by negro soldier.
Seeing the negro pass his house shortly
afterward he Inquired his reasons for
so doing, which brought on an alterea-
tion, terminating by the negro rush
ingjupon Lieutenant Murphy with, fixed
bayonet. The blow was partially yarded
of by Colonel Murphy "a brother of
the Lieutenant), who received severe cash
over the eye from the bayonet. The negro
tookto his heels, aud both the Colonel and
Lieutenant drew their pistols and fired four
or five shots at him without effect. Mr.. w.
HI. Gregg started for headquarters. for the
purpose Of having the negro arrested, but
on the way he was surrounded by several
negro soldiers, who mauled him considera-
bly, and took him to the lookup. Discov-
ering their mistake they proceeded to the
house of Mr.. Murphy, and attempted to
force an entrance by battering the door, but
withouteffect. We learn that the military
investigated the matter on Saturday, but
the result Of their action has not trans
pired.-N GshuiHe Gazette, Dec. IA. "
Daily Ohio statesman. [volume] (Columbus, Ohio) 1855-1870, 1865-12-18
AanN NIn1ter of Course.

THE ONO STATESMAN SAYS jeff Davis Is
reported as having expressed the opinion
thatth Presidents Message is, in general,
awise and good document. Soaccustomed
is THE STATESMAN to sneeZing when JEFF.
Davis takes snuff, that it tries to approve
of the Message. The "Amen" sticks in its
throat, however.-Toledo Blade. 4
And you profess ito approve the Mes
sage?" What prompts you to its approval?
Is it because "JEFF. DAVIS is reported as
having expressed the opinion that the Pres
ident's Message is, in general, wise and
good document? ~ or is it because the Mes
sage argues that the Southern States never
have been out of the Union; that never
having been out,of the Union, they are en-
titled to representation as fully and as alb
soIutely as though they had never attempted
secession; that the maintenance of the
Union brought with it the maintenance of
the States in all their rights as States; or
because it declares general amnesty
should be proclaimed to the Southern peo-
pie, protecting them against eonfiscation
and punishment tor treason, and rendering
the "test oath" null and void; and because
it proves that Congress can not NEEDLE
with the Suffrage question in any of the
States; and because itinsists that no further
demand can be made off the South, than to
ask them to adopt the Constitutional amend
ment abolishing slavery; and is it because
it advocates equal taxation, revenue tar
III, speedy liquidation of the public debt,
and strict frugality in the administration
of the Federal Government? Do you ap-
prove of the Message because it sets forth
these views as the ones that should receive
the cordial support OF the American peo-
ple? These views THE STATESMAN ap-
proves and advocates; and if the Blade ap-
proves them, we don't see why we can not
unite In their support. The Democratic
members in Congress give to them their
unreseryed support; but this is not enough
They are lamentably in aaminoritY. a Now,
let the Blade urge Mr.. ASHLEY and all other
Republican members and Senators in Con-
gress from Ohio to give to these views their
ungrudging support. Ithas influence with
them; The STATESMAN has not. In thic
way it can practically testify its approba-
ton of these views as set forth in the Presi-
dents Message. That's the way, and the
only way, to give proper Endorsement tc
that document.
Daily Ohio statesman. [volume] (Columbus, Ohio) 1855-1870, 1865-12-18
Hon. Thomas COrwin Struck with
RarnlySiH.

A brilliant assemblage of 0hioans were
entertained this evening st the State Mill
tary Agency. In the supper room, where
he had been keeping the company in a roar
with his lively sallies of wit Hon. Thos.
Corwin. eX Governor, ex-Secretary of the
Treasury, ex-senator and late Minister to
Mexico, while in the midst of humorous
anecdote, was struck with paralysis of the
right side. Senator Wade and Gen. Gar
field, who were beside him, caug ght him as
he was falling and carried him to a bed.
He is now lying unable to speak and appa-
rently in critical condition, but is stilf en-
tirely conscious. The Chief Justice, Gen.
Sherman, Senator Sherman, and other
prominent 0hioans are watching at his bed
side. = W dshia5ton Special TO Cincinnati Ga
zette, Dec. 10. ta a 'tf @@~
Daily Ohio statesman. [volume] (Columbus, Ohio) 1855-1870, 1865-12-18

The craftsmanship of the Republican
Senators and Representatives in Congress,
as illustrated by their acts, appears directed
10 the building up an intense and perpetual
hatred In the South against the North and
to the getting up of war with France
about Mexico. Real craftsmanship would
aim at the reconciliation of the South, and
the making of their people our fast friends
before getting up formidable war with
foreign Government. -... .,5 ..,
Daily Ohio statesman. [volume] (Columbus, Ohio) 1855-1870, 1865-12-18

A few nights since some toUl-minded
person or persons visited the poultry house
of j. /. Ames at Clyde, and with evil and
murderous determination, caught and broke
the necks of so choice, fat chickens, which
had been bred, fed and fatted for Thanks
giving and the holidays. A few days after,
under a stalk-stack, 60 dead chickens we're
found tied up in bundles, which the chick
en- thieves had probably feared to remove.
Daily Ohio statesman. [volume] (Columbus, Ohio) 1855-1870, 1865-12-18
VIII II?

A journal which justifes the violation of
the Constitution by those members of Con-
gress who refuse to accord to the South the
Representation to which they are entitled,
asserts, in support of that justification, that
''the spirit of treason still fills the hearts OF
many of the Southern people with the
fires of hell.r
Will the treatment of the Southern peo-
pie as scoundrels, in whom no confidence
whatever can be reposed, and the putting
Of the Negroes over them politically have
atendency to purge chem of the "fires OF
hell ?n VIII it?
Daily Ohio statesman. [volume] (Columbus, Ohio) 1855-1870, 1865-12-18

The attention Of the benevolent citizens
of Columbus and vicinity is respectfully
collected In behalf Of the above school. 1t
is known TO the community that the above
Institution has found such favor in the eyes
Of the public that the old building became
inadequate to the wants of the rapidly in
creasing number of pupils, and that In
order to accommodate as many as desire to
enter, new School House of substantial
character has been erected. To place It on
a sure footing, with regard to appoint-
ments, funds, &C., Fair will be held at
Naugbton Hall for that purpose. The
ladies, who have already began to con-
tribute to this, enterprise, earnestly call
upon all to unite with them, and make this
Fair still more attractive and entertaining
than any former one in this city. The do
nations are already quite large, and the
prospect for greater success isyery cheer
Ing. Pianos, Furniture, Sewing Machines,
Jewelry, and q host of useful and orna7
mental articles, are already on the elist. l,lA
The Fair will be held during Christmas
week. 2" 81 dec1l-dtf
A NEw stock of first quality Silver Plat
ed Ware at reduced prices gtta ear Ol
lng.ioC 20 Agl.-si s.u SELKECK & Co.
Daily Ohio statesman. [volume] (Columbus, Ohio) 1855-1870, 1865-12-18
Horse Thief uaught.

The Ne.oGrk Advocate Of yesterday says:
Officer Griffith arrested man who gave
his name as Charles Moore, on suspicion OF
having a horse and buggy in mis- possession
that were stolen. On investigation he
proved to be the man that stole horse and
buggy from Wiley & White last May. He
then gave his name as j.. Watson, but he
has been recognized as one Elijah Mitts,
last April from the State Prison. riE1T
Daily Ohio statesman. [volume] (Columbus, Ohio) 1855-1870, 1865-12-18
Furniture AT Auction,

We invite attention to the large sale of
Household Furniture advertised in this
paper, to take place on Wednesday next, at
the New England Hotel, opposite the
Depot, on High street. twill be seen that
a large lot of choice and valuable articles
is to be positively sold, and that good bar
gains may be expected. Persons wishing
to supply themselves with the best of
Household and Kitchen furniture should
attend this sale, which is to commence at
10 A. NJ, on Wednesday.
Daily Ohio statesman. [volume] (Columbus, Ohio) 1855-1870, 1865-12-18
The TEST Oath.

The Washington special of the Neo
York World says, that Hon. WIN. E. F1NcK,
of Ohio, will, In a few days, introduce bill
toprescribe the oath of Office and to repeal
the act approved July 2, 1862, on the same
subject. This is very proper movement,
and we do hope that the Republican mem
bers Of Congress can be brought to realize
the great Justice Of giving to this measure
their support.
Daily Ohio statesman. [volume] (Columbus, Ohio) 1855-1870, 1865-12-18
Sewer Notice.

al tOAom % may Concern
CITY CLERKS OPFIOE,y
rer.'Y COLUMBUS, D., Dec. u, 1865, \
Notice is hereby given, that tproceedi have been
instituted in tho City COunch Of Columbus for
making the following improvements, t,-Wit;
For orlaying Apipe Saver in Fair alley. from the
south side Of Gay street 70 the Broad street Sewer
Z Of from 10 10 inches in diameter. y Nl9ITr :
The Same TO bedone In accordance with plau aud
and fled in the Office Of tho City Clork. 9i49uA |
All persons clai ning damages on account OF eaid
propose improvements, are required 70 file their
before the TTenty-nmth day q JAnuarysA. ID.
% r4 as JOSEPH DOwDALL,y
desl3. diav4w l. .aq- 1.alat - City Clerk,
Daily Ohio statesman. [volume] (Columbus, Ohio) 1855-1870, 1865-12-18
ACIerlcnI HciIirerent.

We find the following in an Ohio ex-
change: .o 81, Eros alaao9I'E $500
Two members of a religious congrega-
day, and came to blows at last, A friend of
both went for the pastor of the church, who
came, lectured the parties, and lett .thenl.-
No sooner was his back turned than they
went atit again. He was called back, and
while he was demonstrating with the bel
ligerents, one OF them ''sassed' him. Where
upon the clergyman turned In and thrashed
the fellow souiidly. The epastor belongs to
the "chureh militant" ~ YE
Daily Ohio statesman. [volume] (Columbus, Ohio) 1855-1870, 1865-12-18

Z We are pleased to learn that Mr.. Charles
Bradley, the conductor who was severely
Injured BY the smashing Of q train on the
Columbus & Xenia railroad, on Friday
nieht was insured in the ACCIDENT IN
SURANCE COMPANY of COLUMBUS.
He willthus secure to himself twenty-five
dollars a week during disability. We have
not learned whether any others Of the in
fured were insured ornot. i'1omhjaJ .issn
Daily Ohio statesman. [volume] (Columbus, Ohio) 1855-1870, 1865-12-18
Horace NIaynnrd's views.

Horace Maynard being asked what be
thought of the prospects Of the Tennessee
Delegation since the last action of the
House, said be thought Thad. Stevens had
the whole Southern Confederacy M his
breeehes pocket, and meant to keep it there
for good while.--W GshiRgton special to Gin.
-Gdzette Dec. l5.,77 ff nd s-a.t E,.rir
Daily Ohio statesman. [volume] (Columbus, Ohio) 1855-1870, 1865-12-18

A CALIFORNIA editor speaking of the
complaints Of his readers, that he don't
publish all the local items that they desire
to see, Justly observes that it isoften their
own fault, in not sending the facts. He
says he don't like to publish a birth after
the child Is weaneG, q marriage after the
honeymoon is over, or the death of aman
after his widow is married again.
Daily Ohio statesman. [volume] (Columbus, Ohio) 1855-1870, 1865-12-18
Munson,s Jl,atent Ruior.

We have received from the inventor, Da-
vid Munson, of indianapolis, a sample of
his Combined Ruler and Paper Cutter.
This is most ingenious as well as useful
invention, and one much needed in every
counting room and business office. Messrs.
Randall & Aston, Booksellers, are Mr.. Mum
sons sole agents in this city. ..,..I.y
Daily Ohio statesman. [volume] (Columbus, Ohio) 1855-1870, 1865-12-18

A GENTLEMAN from the country, attending
Court. had his side coat-pocket cut partially
open on Fridaylin acrowd at the Postoftice.
But as the pocket which contained his wal
let was unusually deep, the thiet got moth
ing by his exploit. 1n
Daily Ohio statesman. [volume] (Columbus, Ohio) 1855-1870, 1865-12-18
A Scene I'm COurt--The Judge and
a Lawyer Exchange Pistol shots.
[I1rom the lndianApolis HeTaId, Dec. la.


We learn that personal difficulty occur
red in the Common Pleas Court at Bloom
ington, Indiana, on Thursday last, between
Judge Sam Buskirk and a young lawyer
named Ryers. They were opposing coun-
sci in a civil suit, and high words passed,
eliminating in Ryers calling Buskirk. a
d-d liar. He had scarcely uttered 1t, when
Buskirk drew pistol and fired it at Ryers,
the bail passing within a few inches of his
head. The latter Immediately drew pis-
tol. but before he could discharge it he was
seized and held fast, while the Judge was
hurried out of the Court room. As may
well be imagined, the affair created great
excitement in the Court room, but the pas
sions of the men having cooled no further
difficulty took place or is anticipated. The
Court, we understand, took no cognizance
of this contempt of its authority, n
Daily Ohio statesman. [volume] (Columbus, Ohio) 1855-1870, 1865-12-18

2 AN aged lady fell on an icy sidewalk on
Plum street, Cincinnati, the other day, and
sustained such Injuries that her recovery
was considered hopeless. The ice was
occasioned by water from the spout Of a
dwelling. Was 1t inhabited by Christian
people who forgot to throw ashes on the
Daily Ohio statesman. [volume] (Columbus, Ohio) 1855-1870, 1865-12-18

: y The Cardington Morrow County, Rsveille
says,s 1T has become almost unsafe for a
lady to walk the streets OF Cardington af-
ter night" Cardlngton is one Of those
places where the high pressure morality
Abolition party has an overpowering ma
ioritV t,Irrff lIrI'