Indiana State Guard, Volume 2, Number 29, Indianapolis, Marion County, 25 May 1861 — Page 2

Kanawha cannel coal fields, coal oil wells ami salt works ; it i stored with iron and other minerals ; its water powers, for driving mills of all kinds, are unlimited ; it is crossed by the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad ; it includes the commercial and manufacturing city of Wheeling, and is bounded for two hundred miles on the northwest by the Ohio river. It is, in a word, a fertile region of . mountains, covered with great forests, table lauds,hills and valleys and sparkling rivers, capablo of sustaining n population of several millions, and one of the healthiest regions in the world. As the ball, too, has been put in motion, we predict that it will not stop until New Virginia is a fixed fact, and a new centre of emigration, enterprise and development astonishing to Old Virginia. THE INDIANA STATE GUARD.

County Clkrk. Mr. F. B. Noffsinger nn

nounces himself as an independent candidate for

County Clerk, in this county. Mr. N. is a very clever and accomplished gentleman, and would make a good clerk, if elected. In his cord, published in tho daily papers, we find the following sentences : . .

SATURDAY,

MAY 25,

The News, Contrary to general expectation, there has been no general engagement between the Federal and Confederate forces (luting the past week. The forces me concentrating, on both sides, in the legion of Eastern Virginia, w here the first general battle will most likely be fought. When this will be is very uncertain as it has been delay, d s '-'tig, we a're disposed to think it will not take pit. ntil alter Congress meets, on the 4th of July. . A number of vessels have been taken, on both sides, as prizes, reports of w hich will be found in the telegraphic reports. Five regiments of U. S. States troops are slill in this city they have now been fully equipped and uniformed, and are ready to match at a moment's notice. As yet we see no movements looking towards a settlement of this difficulty. but on the contrary the question is getting more complicated, every day the immediate future looks gloomy enough, whatever may be the ultimate result. We no'.ice that in different parts of the State the fly is injuring the wheat. This injury is con fined to early wheat, and white wheat, so that the crops may slill be over an average. The corn is late going in, but no fears are entertained but there will be a full crop. There will be a full crop of Fruit, and the grass crops never was better. Good. At the meeting of the County Commissioners, last week, they determined to appropriate $10, OUU, or so much of it as was necessary, to aid the needy families of the volunteers, and for this purpose have deposited in bank the money raised to build a Court House. The money is to be distributed on the check of the Mayor, under direction of a committee of three citizens, acting in conjunction with 'the Councilmen, and as the tax was collected from both city

nnd county, it is intended to relieve the city from, the appropriation heretofore made for the same purpose. The city has already paid about 8900 on the appropriation made by the Council. The action of the Commissioners is right and just, between the tax-payers of the city and county. jC" As the public mind is settling down to the fact of the existence of war in our country, and that the powers that be are determined to settle the National difficulties by the sword, attention is naturally drawn to England and France, the

two strongest European Governments, to what position they will take in the contest, little has yet been heard from France, but English papers contain a good deal about

war, and the effect it will have on her commerce and manufactures. In order to give our readers all the information we can obtain, we copy this week several articles from leading English papers on this subject.

When my friends first suggested to me the propriety of my being a candidate to this office, it was my intention, if I ran at all, to submit my name to the decision of a Republican Convention, as I have always been a Republican. But recent events have swallowed up nil party organizations, and formed the people, without distinction of party, into one grand patriotic band of brothers, whose leading idea is the

detense ana preservation of our blessed government. Mr. N. is greatly mistaken in thinking that party lines and party principles have been swal

lowed up by recent events. The organization of

the Republican party is as close and complete now as it ever was, and will continue so as long as

there is an office as valuable as that of County Clerk to fill. The arrangements are already made for a regular party nomination, the candidates are active, and when nominated they will use all the appliances of party to get a full vote. We don't wish to discourage Mr. N., but we think the chances for the election of an independent candidate for any office, in this county, exceedingly slim.

iT-iT" While other places are suffering severely

from the depreciation of Banks, our city, thanks to the prudence Hnd foresight of our Bankers, is suffering little. There is little or no depreciation in the money circulating here. The best class of Illinois money is now 20 per cent, discount, and

the second class is 75 per cent, discount. This depreciation, of course, is lost by the bill holders.

Handsome Present. The friends of Col. G. F. McGinnis, of the III), forwarded to him at Evansville, last week, a splendid black horse, regulation saddle, and all the trappings, complete, as a present. This is a present worth giving, and worth receiving, and we have no doubt the Colonel will appreciate it. When the Col

onel left this city he was the only regimental officer that had no horse he now has a charger fit for a hero to ride. Success to Col. McGinnis and his hig-heatred friends. .

TELEGRAPH REPORTS. Wednesday's Reports. New York, May 21. The Tribune says, yesterday, by a bold stroke, the Government obtained possession of most valuable documentary evidence against the synipatizers with treason in the North. At a given hour the officers of the law visited every considerable telegraph office in the free States, seizing the manuscript dispatches for a year, Government can now trace the secret operations of the rebels and their aiders and abettors, and henceforth can hold the Northern enemies of the Republic at its mercy. The London Times says a regular campaign in Maryland appears to be unavoidable and the border will perhaps witness horrors which will be remembered for generations. All England can do is to keep aloof. Not only positive

law but the moral feeling of the community will forbid any British subject to engage in the conflict.

Washington, May 20. The Tribune's correspondence says, it is understood that Gen. Butler has orders to proceed at once to active measures in Virginia, and will directly remove obstructions in Norfolk Harbor. The adjourned meeting of the Wheeling Convention, of the 14th of June, will be attended by delegates from counties east of the mountains and the convention will be urged to declare the conduct of the authorities of Virginia, usurpations of power and the actors rebels and traitors, instead of dividing the State, and an election will be proposed of A Governor and Slate officers The Times correspondent says that the Post Office Department lias discontinued tho steam

boat mail on the Mississippi nil the way from St. Louis to New Orleans, the steamboat mail from Mobile via Lake Ponchartrain, the steamship mail from New Orleans via Pensacola, Apalachicola, Cedar Keys and Tampa Bay, to Key West; I

also all the steamship mails from New Orleans to the seaports in Texas, as Sabine City, Galveston, Indianola, and Brazos Santiago.

There are now 32 strong regiments under arms here, including 2 of regulars. Gen. Scott wants sixty thousand men along the banks of the Ohio and Mississippi, which preclude the idea that any very large force is coming upon Harper's Ferry from the West Bt present. Government don't seem to care much about thaL point. .

Montgomery, May 22. Congress adjourned lale last night, to meet at Richmond July 30th. The Tariff Bill passed with unimportant amendments. Also an act allowing district attorneys in the field to appoint substitutes in their

absence trom their circuit. A committee was appointed to make arrange

merits to transfer the Executive Department to

Richmond.

Chicago, May 22. The currency question is

still unsettled, ihe greatest contusion prevails in business circles. It is understood that there is a prospect of an amicable adjustment being made by the bankers to-night. From all parts of the State we hear of depression in trade of all kinds, in consequence of the disordered condition of the currency in some localities. The farmers utterly refuse to sell grain unless paid in specie or Exchange. Flour quiet ; wheat quiet and steady, at 9394c for the best currency. Corn quiet; receipts 2,800 bushels. Receipts of flour 2,700 bbl ; of wheat 0,700 bushels.

New Orleans, pondent of the morning.

May 21. Russell, the conesLondon Times, arrived this

Montgomery, May 21. Gov. Ellis telegraphs to President Davis that North Carlina has passed the ordinance of secession unanimously.

Thursday's Reports,

The war has been a perfect harvest to the Hotel and Boarding House Men of our city. For over a month they have been well filled, and part of the time crowded, with strangers from all parts.

jtiT Straw-berries and cherries are now in the

Louisville market. They will soon be plenty

here.

tT The prospect for an abundant crop of

Peaches this year is good the trees in this

neighborhood are all full.

see But the the

Distinguished Strangers. Gov. Dennison, of Ohio, and Maj. Gen. McClelland, of the Army, arrived in this city on Thursday, and Gen. Yates, of Illinois, is expected this morn

ing, at 10 o clock. The strangers were seranadedlast night, at the Bates House, when they made short speeches to the crowd. All the

troops now here, (live regiments of U. S., two regiments of State), will be reviewed

(Friday) afternoon, at 3 o'clock.

and this

The Legislature. Tl. T T ' . , i . .

me legislature nas Deen M session since

Tuesday, but as yet have matured but little business. There has been a number of bills and resolutions introduced, of a general nature, and business is cut out for a long session. In our next we shall probably be able to report definite action on some measures now before them.

3T On Wednesday we saw the wool clipped from 135 sheep, all on one. wagon, and all from the farm of C. Fletcher, Eq. The flece averaged over five pound to the sheep. If dogs were prohibited in this Slate, the product of the sheep might be made an immense source of income. The sheep are easily raised, and yield a good return. Why don't our sheep raising farmers plant strichnine over their farms, in small piecs of meat it is a sure antidoic against Bheep killing dogs.

"The Fall Creek Gravel Road Company recently declared a semi-annual dividend of twelve and one-half per cent, on the capital

stock, after keeping up the repairs of the road, building a new Toll house, c. This little piece of road yields more, in proportion to the cost.

than the best farm in Marion county. ALEXANDRIA SURRENDERED ! Washington, May 24. Fifteen thousand

troops crossed into Virginia last night, and are

now occupying Arlington neignis ana dria.

Two thousand rebel were taken Alexandria.

Col, Ellsworth, of Chicago, was killed, after the surrender of Alexandria, by a shot from a house-lop. -

Washington, May 21. A special dipatch to the Herald says it appears that more than a

month ago our Government gave notice to the powers of Europe who look part in the Paris Congress in 1860, that they were willing to accept the code adopted at that period, which declares privateering to be piracy. The Government has received the amplest assurance from Austria that she will have noihing to do with the rebels. Prussia has not hesitated to manifest in the plainest terms her unequivocal sympathy with our country. The Secretary of State has given notice to Mexico nnd other Stales that tho Monroe doctrine

will be carried out will) all the energy and resources of the Government, and that nothing in the shape of foreign intervention will be tolerated. Mexico has been assured in the most positive language that she can depend upon the active support of this country should any European power attempt to vitiate her soil. A warning has been given to Spain that if she ventures to accept the artful proffer of Dominica she will do so at her peril. The World's correspondent says: Letters received here to-day from Senator Johnson, of Tennessee, state that he still continues to canvass the State, and is firm in the belief that the Union cause will triumph at the polls. The Times' dispatch says the postage in the Southern Confederacy, afterthc 31st tilt., will be.

for letters less than 600 miles 3 cents, for greater distances 10 cents; weekly papers 40 cents per year, dailies $2 80 per year. If published outside of the Confederate States, the postage will be double.

Wheeling, May 22. Advices received yesterday and to-day state positively that Virginia troops are now in the neighborhood of Grafton, evidently 'with the design of intimidating Union

men in voting on llie ordinance ol secession tomorrow.

Eleven companies of Uniied States troops are

now encamped on the fair grounds.

Cairo, May 22. Three 32-pounders arrived this evening. The carriages are expected to

morrow. The work of fortifying' Cairo commenced today, and will be vigorously prosecuted. Gen. Pillow's proclamation, prohibiting the passage of all boats from Memphis northward, look effect yesterday. Southern passengers by rail reported some 300

volunteers, with 1,000 muskets and six field pieces, as having left Paducah yesterday for Camp Cheatham, near the Keutucky and Tennessee line, Their ultimate destination is Jackson, Tennessee, where the rebels are concentrating large numbers. Leavenworth, May 22. Intelligence from various sources shows that a number of Unionists have been driven from the border counties of Missouri, and have taken refuge in southeastern

Kansas. Regiments of U. S. Volunteers are being formed in this city and Lawrence.

Excursions. Last year, at this time, the order of the day was excumns. Every school, and Sundiy School, and Society, had their excursion, to one point or another. This year wo hear of no excursions, except those along the lines of railroad to this city, to visit the Military Camp. On Wednesday a train came up from Madison for this purpose, moderately well filled, and we believe the excursionists enjoyed themselves. Those that intend visiting the camps should do so at once, as the U. S. Troops may be removed from here any dav. tW The Sisters of Providence, from Terre Haute, have taken charge of the nursing at the City Hospital, and they do it without fee or reward. The sick, from this time forth, will be well cared for.

Or The effect of the blockade of Southern ports is very much felt at Havana, where the prices of such articles as are usually supplied from those sources have materially advanced. Thus, hog's lard, which, in April, was less than 817 the quintal, or hundred weight, has gone up to 822. Georgia and South Carolina rice which was selling three weeks ago at $1.50 the aroba of twenty-five pounds, cannot be bad now at 82. r j- , . . , ii..

luoiHii corn nas just aouuieu in price, going

Charleston, May 21. It is believed here by the military authorities that the Shepardstown and Williamstown movements, are feints. The main movement from Harper's Ferry on Southern Pennsylvania will be made as soon as offensive operations begin from Washington on the South or at Norfolk along the country road leading from Harper's Ferry along Pleasant Valley through Roadersville, Harsboro, and Waynesboro. I deem this opinion correct, as llie Confederate leaders desire to avoid operations offensive to the people of Maryland. This is the shortest known

road into Pennsylvania from Harper's Ferry. New York, May 22. A letter to the Herald, dated steamer Mount Vernon, 20th, says: "The steamer Baltimore last night got aground at the mouth of the Potomac. A propeller with heavy guns and full of men attacked her there, and out of a squad of 21 men aboard the boat, 4 were killed, 5 mortally wounded and 3 slightly. The rebels fired grape and canister, and had 100

Alexan-men-

Frankfort, Ki, May 22. The House bill to arm Kentucky was rejected ayes 48, nays 42,

me constitution requiring 51 votes to appropriate over 8100. The resolution that the Governor's proclamation of the 20th contains the true position that Kentucky should occupy during the strife between the United and Confederate States was rejected. An act amending the State Militia law, by which the State Guard are required to swear lo support the Constitutions of the United States and Kentucky; passed 48 against 38. Washington, May 22. The Navy Department has adopted a new and secret system of signals for the use of vessels in the service. The State Department will not furnish passports to citizens of seceded States, unless they

prisoners at;

up from 43c. to 87c. the arroba. The same give ample proof of loyalty.

ttT The friends of Capt. C. C. Smith, of this city, presented him with a very handsome sword. It was done without ostentation or parade, but was none the less appreciated on that account.

ay oe said more or less, ol hams, bacon, pota

toes, onions and other articles of daily consumption. But this is only the beginning. If the civil war should last the worthy Ilabaneros will be as badly off as if they were included in the blockade ; for there can be no doubt that the prices of all those articles which constitute the necessaries

of life will be very high. It would be no conso-; ally of the people,

lation to (ell ihem they could have bII their pro-! All the Ministers were present at the reception visions from New York, for they all devoutly be- of the Secretary last night. lieve, as a writer in the Diario says, that some! Gentlemen just from Mt. Vernon, report Wash-

i uwira are ueuer una cneaper irom me ooutn. inglon s tomb undesecrated

Friday's Reports, Washington, May 22. A special dispatch to

the Herald says: The several flying artillery corps, consisting of seven splendid batteries, have been organized into a single battalion, under the command of Major Sherman of the regular army. A special dispatch to the Times also says: Col. Fremont left France in the steamer of the

18th inst., to tender his services to the Presi dent.

Gen. Butler, just before leaving this city for

fort Monroe, told a senator he would be in Richmond within a few days. Washington, May 23,-r-A special dispatch to the Commercial says it is rumored that the President has declared to prominent persons that there will be no invasion of rebel States before autumn. The report is not entitled to credence in view of what is known of the clans of the

Administration. Probably the extreme South will not be approached daring hot weather, but offensive operations will be speedily undertaken in Virginia. Two thousand rebel troops are in Alexandria to-day. During the election no one dared to vote for the Union. : " :

A special dispatch to the Pott says, all troops here received fresh orders, this morning, to be ready to march at a moment's notice. A large number of troops are expected here during the week. A letter from Virginia states that t' ere are between 50,000 nnd 60,000 men under arms in

that State, chiefly posted at Richmond, Norfolk, and Harper's Ferry, or within hail. Also stated that private advices confirm the report of a large arrival of arms at the South from abroad.

These were shipped from Europe early in April, and consisting of over 200,000 muskets and rifles, and ample supplies of powder and percussion caps, and machines for making the latter. Much speculation is indulged as to the movement of troops for actual service, but those who it is presumed are best acquainted with such matters, say that no invasion into (be heart of any Stale is contemplated, and that the operations will be principally confined to the recapture of the public property which has been seized on the sea-board, and the maintenance of the defensive works still in possession of the United States. Much deference is paid to the views of Lieutenant General Scott, and it is known that he is not restive to make any forward movement un

less with preponderating chances of success.

.there may, however, be notifications of his pre

sent policy dependant upon circumstances.

Joseph L-asey, ol fennsy Ivania, has been ap

pointed judge of the Court of Claims, to supply the vacancy occasioned by the secession of Judge Scarborough, of Virginia.

Tuesday's Charleston Courier says merchants are preparing lo visit European marts for the selection of supplies, and opening correspondence for direct trade.

will probably be made up at 84. The ultimate disposition of the greater part of the loan will undoubtedly be in Treasury notes at par. The Keystone State brought a party of refugees from Virginia, in a destitute condition. Advices from Missouri state that the Legislature, before adjournment, provided for the pay-

ment of interest on State bonds due m June

The ship John Jarvis, of Boston, was captured by a New Orleans privateer at Balize a week

since.

The British bark Hiawatha, of and for L iver-

pool, with a cargo of tobacco, while attempting to run the blockade, was canlured and n nriu

orew placed on board of her by the Minnesota. Baltimore, May 23. The British ship Albion went ashore near Cape Henry, and will be a total loss, the Virginians having removed Cape Henry light and built a fire on the beach some half a mile away, which deceived the captain and caused the disaster. The Union State Convention met to-day. Most counties are represented, and great enthusiasm prevails in favor of unconditional Union, denouncing secession, and praying the State to sun-

port the Government.

Returns from Virginia are as follows: Grafton

county 429 against, and 1 for secession; Taylor will give about 700, Harrison 1,000, and Wood

1,000, all against secession. Martinsbtirir. in

Berkley county, gives about 700 against seces

sion. .

Frankfort, May 23. Senator Pratt offered a

resolution to day, which lies over one day, that in order to advise the next Legislature of the popular will, the Kentuckians vote for or against

secession on the first Monday in August.

The House concurred in the Senile bill reorganizingthe militia and appropriating 81,060,000 for arming Kentucky. The Legislature adjourns tomorrow. St. Louis, May 23, The steamer J. C. Swan was seized yesterday at Harlow's Landing, thirty miles below this, arid brought to the arsenal by order of Gen. Lyon. This is the steamer that brought the arms from Baton Romre which wer

captured by Gen. Lyon at Camp Jackson. Meas-

uies win oe taKen to ettjet a legal confiscation of the boat. About 5,000 pounds lead en route for the South was also captured yesterday at Iron Ion. on the

Iron Mountain Railroad, by order of Gen. Lyon. Some resistance was offered by a party of citi

zens, and several shots were fired on both sides, but nobody was hurt.

John Dean and his fellow prisoners were re

lieved from the arsenal yesterday on parole.

Grand Jury U. S. District Court. George A. Bicknell, Foreman New Albany, Henry P. Lee, Jefferson county, John II Slolsenbergh, New Albany, Henry K. Wilson, Sullvan county, Wm. E. Niblack, Vincennes, Wilson Morrow, Franklin county, Newman C. Porter, Attica, Andrew Robertson, Jackson county, Joseph E. Still well, " " George P. Buell, Deaborn, Samuel P. Mooney, Jackson county, Wm. M. McRea, Attica, Jason N. Conley, Greene county, Robert A. Lamb, Switzerland county, Wm. M. French, Clark county, Daniel Sigler, Putnam county, John Thompson, Indianapolis, Thomas M. Smith.

Flag Presentation. Two very beautiful flags were presented to the 8th regiment (Col. Benton's) yesterday afternoon one by the ladies of Indianapolis, and one by the ladies of Terre Haute. The ceremony came off at the State House, and was quite imposing. At two o'clock the regiment made Its appearance on Washington

street, marching in columns of companies, and

moved to the park in front ol the Capitol, where they formed, facing the wide steps Bt the front

entrance to the building. A large concourse of

people had assembled. The steps were occupied chiefly by ladies, and by those having the management of the presentation ceremonies. Mrs. Igoe, for the Indianapolis ladies, presented the colors prepared by them a National flag, suitably inscribed. It was received by Lieut. Col. Colgrovc, who made a neat and patriotic reply. Mr. Crane, of Terre Haute, on behalf of the ladies of that city, presented the other. It was a regimental flag of heavy blue silk. Col. Benton received it, and returned thanks in about the happiest chosen words we have ever heard on

any occasion of the kind. There was music, singing, and cheering loud and long, and the afternoon passed off like a galla day. ' The 8th regiment arc a noble-looking body of men. Sentinel. General Orders, No, -

Pakkersburo, for secession.

May 23. 130 for Union, 12

It is reliably ascertained that Spain denies that

the seizure at St. Domingo was in consequence of ! for secession.

her orders, or with the knowledge other government, but says she must have lime and further information before deciding what lo do. The foreign Ministers at Washington are gratified with the imposing demonstration of the loy-

Marietta, O., May 23. In the precinct opposite here, in Wood county, no secession vote was polled.

Wheeling, May 23.-2.795 for Union. 189

L,ara lor instance, is purer, they say, because "at the North the oily part U extracted. " The Armv The Washington dispatches to the Cincinnati Commercial say "very nearly two hundred and twenty thousand men, regulars and volunteers, are now enlisted for the war. No more volunteers will be accepted until this im-' mense force is properly organized." Such being! the case, there is but little prospect of any more trm being called from Indiana for some time.

A reliable dispatch in yesterday's Richmond

Enquirer says there was great rejoicing over the unanimous vote of secession. One hundred guns were fired in celebration of the severance of the union with the aboli lionized Yankee Government. Saturday's Charleston Courier reports the arrival of several vessels. The men of war had not been seen. The ship Thomas Watson, from New York, had arrived al Wilmington, N. C. A special to the New York Express sys :

Taylor county is about 700 Union majority; Harrison county about 1,000 Union majority; Wood county about 1,600 Union majority; Preston county is strong Union; Berkley county about 700 Union majority.

Piiilaoelpaia, May, 23. Two Ohio regiments under Gen. Cook, lately encamped here, started South this morning by rail. In consequence of the exposure made by the press, the Grand Jury made an investigation into the army contracts, especially clothing and blankets, and find there has been great swindling. New York, May 23. A letter from an officer of the Montieello says the rebels put five holes in her, and two men were wounded. About twenty of our bank officers held a meeting to-day in reference to the Government loan to be awarded on Saturday. Most of them prefer bidding for the bonds at 85 to 86, and several are in favor of 87 to 88. About three million

Indianapolis. May 21, 1861. The requisilion made by the President of the United States upon the State of Indiana for four regiments of volunteers to serve for three years unless sooner discharged, will be filled by transferring three of the regiments formed for the

Slate's service under the "Six Regiment Bill," from the State's to the United State's Service, and by organizing nn additional regiment out of

those companies in Camp Morton not yet muslered in, and such other companies as may be next in order on the list. The above order fills the requisition made on this State up to the present time, and will leave two regiments of infantry on duty in the Statv's service. Companios which have been tendered and not accepted for service in the above order, must be governed by their own views whether to continue their organizations, as no assurance can be given them that they can be accepted for either State of United Slates service unless further requisitions for volunteers shall be made. By order of the Commander-in-Chief. JOHN M. WALLACE. Adjutant General, Ind. Vol. Militia. Cairo to be Fortified. Whether the present

war is to be of long or short duration, it is evi

dent that hereafter Cairo is to be made a military

post of no ordinary importance. Permanent

fortifications will be erected as near the direct confluence of the rivers as possible, so as at all times to command, without delay or hazard, the

commerce of the Ohio and Mississippi, which

must in me iiuure, as it has in the past, exercise

a vast influence in shaping the destiny of the nation. That such fortifications will be erected is no longer a matter of conjecture, but of certainty.' Orders to that effect have been issued by Gen. Scott, received here, we hear, and if so, will undoubtedly be executed with all possible dispatch. Of the cost or character of the works in contemplation, nothing is yet known. We suppose, however, a plan and estimate will be formend shortly, when, if thought prudent, we will lay details before our readers. Cairo Ga

zette.