Savannah daily herald. (Savannah, Ga.) 1865-1866, April 04, 1865, Image 2

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The Savannah Daily Herald. BY 8. W. MASON AND CO. SAVANNAH. TUESDAY, APItIL 1, 18fi5. EUROPE\N COMPLICATIONS. The most remarkable personages in the work' nt present, are the Pope of Rome, Louis Napoleon Bonaparte and the Emperor Maximilian of Mexico. They are remark able men because they are representative men. The Pope of Rome represents the ultramontane principle in Europe. Louis Napoleon represents the principle, if we can so express it, of qualided monarchy in Eu rope, or the combination of popular prin ciple in the election to the chief magistracy, united with hereditary right: and the Empe ror Maximilian may be deemed to represent limited monarchy in the new world, in con nection with a liberal church. The Pope, as the head of the ultrtmontane party, of course contends for all the privil eges and prerogatives which have ever been claimed bv that party, secular as well as ecclesiastical. It seems the evident purpose of Bonaparte to unite these prerogatives and privileges,—to divest the Pope of his secular authority, and to limit his functions to those of a mere Bishop of Rome. By this limita tion he wouid avoid the expense of maintain ing there a military force, in check or coun teraction to Austria, who supports all the ultramontane pretensions of the Popedom. Such were the relations of France, Rome and Austria, before the Protectorate was es tablished by France of the new Mexican em pire. This introduced anew element of com plication. The new Emperor found the Mexi can clergy not so compliant as he expected. They constituted a powerful and wealthy party in the State. To divest them of a part of their privileges and property, and make them contribute equally io the public bur dens, was to act iu opposition to the uniform policy of the House of Hapsburg, with re gard to the claims and pretensions of the Popedom wherever it had established its au thority. Nor was this the only element that complicated the position of Maximilian. About the time that he had assumed imperial authority in Mexico, the revival of the Mon roe doctrine in this country took place. The Senate of the United States had unanimously declared iu its favor. This of course will prevent his recognition as Emperor of Mexico. In resistance to the Monroe doctrine, it is possible that the United States will find Eng land and France, with the other great Eu ropean Powers combined, which may lead to general hostilities, iu opposition to the establishment of Monarchical principles in the new world. If such a combination should occur—if the great Powers should concur in suppoh of the Monarchical princi ple in the new world, on what side would Russia range herself? She is the great stay and support of principles of Absolutism in Europe. It is not probable that she would be found fighting by the side of those op posed to Monarchy in the new world. Her traditions would induce her to be the ally of the United States, more particularly if France and England should be involved iu war with this country. Her position would be anomalous. These views open up ques tions of great interest and importance—the practical solution may not. be deferred longer than the close of the present war. (i ‘ N- c< Pavili.ion House Hospital. —The wards in this hospital formerly known as the Chatham Academy and Pavilliou House, have recently been white-washed, and the whole interior of the building and enclosed grounds put under excellent police. The wall enclosing the premises and grounds have also been white-washed inside and out. Contributions for thu Chicago Sanitary Commission.— On Saturday last, the Rev. B. E. Rogers, Chaplaiu U. S. General Hospital, forwarded to the fair to be opened at Chicago on the SOtli of May proximo, by the U. S. Sanitary Commission, a large box contain ing many rare aud valuable rebel relics, also specimens of the Spanish Moss from Ever green (Bonavenlure) Cemetery and several sections of the Palmetto tree. First Provost Court. —There was very little business offered yesterday. Judge Parsons passed the following orders : Anton Baster, Joseph Lippman, John B. Howel’, Mrs. Sarah Johnson were permitted to col lect the rents on their property. D. B. Johnson vs. Walter Omera—claim for four billiard tables. Decisiou : That the tables belong to Mr. Omera. Mary W. Houston vs. Scipio Maxwell— claim for a mule. Ordered that Scipio re tain the mule. John J. Maurice and David Clark charged with having a lot of U. S. property taken from U. S. steamer Water Witch. Ordered that the property be retained by the Provost Marshal for the benefit of the U. S. Government. The defendants were dis charged. Interesting Case in the First Provost Court This Morning.— This morning, at ten o'clock, Judge Parsons will call the case of the Government vs- John Ryan, charged with running “Contrabands,” his property, into the enemy’s line?, and of having them em ployed by the rebel government. Arrival of Steamship Fulton* New York Dates to the 30th ult. gold DOWN' TO 130 1-3. Pres. T.inc'oln at Clt>’ I*olnt. Council of War at Fortress !Kon> Sherman, Gran* und Slieridau Participate. GENERAL 7IOVEME.YT ALO\G THE LIKES. GEN. LEE CIIECIOIATED. Loud Rumors of a Military Convention. immediate Peace Almost Beyond a Doubt. Special Field Order of General Sherman. [SPECIAL DISPATCH BY c, 8. MILITARY TELE GRAPH.] [By our Special Correspondence.) Hilton Head, S. €., April 3d, 1805. Steamship Fulton, Capt. WottOD, arrived here this evening. The Fultoa went into the stream on the 30th, but on accounl of a fog, did not sail till 31st. She did not communi cate with shotejafter 30th, however, I am In debted to Purser McManus, for full files ot papers and letters from your special corres pondent at New York. On the 29tli—stocks were weak and lower, Governments were firm. Gold was barely steady, and closed at 151 down town. The closing price at the evening board w r as 150 3-4. President Lincoln has been on a visit to City Point. The following is from the Washington correspondence of the New York Herald: Washington, March 29- The visit of Mr. Lincoln to Fortress Mon roe and General Grant's headquarters is now believed here to have much more significance than was at first attached to it. It has been the occasion of a persoual in terview' between him and General Sherman, and a council of war in which the President and Generals Grant, Sherman and Sheridan participated. This conference was evidently tn regard to pending military operations, as immediately after the council broke up a general movement of the army of General Grant in front of Richmond was begun. General Sherman came to this interview incognito; the fact of his coining was known to few in his own army, and to none at Fortress Monroe, except those who met him in the council; he returned last night to Goldsboro via Wilmington, accompanied by Brevet Brigadier-General Dodge, on the United States steamer Bat. The delay of the President at City Poink has given color of probability to the rumors in circulation in regard to a Renewal of Peace negotiations, an officer of the Govern ment who arrive here to-day, brings the positive information that the Rebel General Lee has since the battle of Saturday last, re newed his request preferred through Gen. Longstreet and Ord, for a Military Conven tion to settle matters and agree upon terms of a cessation of hostilttios and the establish ment of Peace. ' It is represented that Gen. Lee has ex pressed the opinion that he cannot muehlonger remain in Richmond, on account of scarcity of supplies caused by the destruction of the James River Canal, and in view of the tremendous combination against him, it would be madness to attempt any movement outside of his defenses. He therefore deems a continuance of the contest a useless and criminal waste of life and blood. It will be remembered that the request previously made for a Military Convention was declined by General Grant only because he was not then clothed with authority to treat on any other than purely military sub jects. Now the President Is at, bis side and can confer upon him all tlie authority re quisite for the convention proposed. It is kuowp that both the President and our lead ing military officers aro anxious to secure the whole of the rebel armed forces in Virginia and North Carolina; toi to scatter them into a multitude of guerrilla bands in the moun tain districts would greatly prolong the way | A proposition to surrender these torces will | unquestionably elicit from Mr. Lincoln lib -1 eral concessions on the part of the Govern ment. It ts known that a movement has been in- itiated by Gen. Sherman which will com pletely cut off the rebel army under John son from every available source of supply, and the movement on <the part ot General Grant will compel Lee either to starve bis army in Richmond or to come out and have an engagement iu the open field, upon which a disastrous defeat will be inevitable. These facts induce the conviction that be fore tlie return of the President to Washing ton, the termaof peace will be entered upon betweeb Grant and Lee, aud the armed n bellion ended. The best informed officials here regard an immediate peace, as almost beyond a doubt. The rumor of another peace conference has received additional confirmation to-night from the fact that Mr. Seward has gone to James Rivor to-night to join Mr. Lincoln. GOLDSBORO’. Advices from Wilmington are that railroad communication between that point and Golds boro will be completed to-night. Duplicates of tlie bridges across across the Northeast and Neuse rivers have been found all ready to be put up. There is now at Wilmington an abundance of rolling stock to supply all the requirements of the army at Go'dsboro. Head qrs Mil. Div. op the Mississiipi,) In the Field, near Bentonvilie, N. C., March .22d, 1865. ) Th* Genet al Commanding announces to army that yesterday it beat, on its- chosen ground, the concentrated armies of our unemy, who has fled iu tnsorder, leaving his dead, wauuded and prisoners in our hands, aud burniug bis bridges on hi3 retreat. On the same day Major Can. Schofield from Newbern entered and occupied Goldsboro’, and Major Gen. Terry ftpm Wilmington se cured Oxbridge crossing, and laid a pontoon bridge across Neuse Rivtr, so that our cam paign has resulted in a glorious success. After a march of the most extraordinary character, nearly five hundred miles over swamps and rivers deemed impassable to others, at the most inclement season of the year, and drawing our chief supplies from a poor war-wasted country, we reach onr des tination in good health and condition. # I thank the army, and assure it that our gov ernment and people honor them for this new display of the physical and moral qualities which reflects honor upon the whole nation. You shall now have rest and all the supplies that can lie brought from the rich granaries and store houses of our magnificent country, before again embarking on new and untried dangers. • Signed W. T. Sherman, Major-Gen. Commanding, LETTER FROM NEW YORK. [special Correspondence of the Savannah Herald.] Hiltcn Head, April 3—ll p. m. The Savannah Herald correspondent at New York forwards the following, which I send through by telegraph: he remarks:— They are the latest despatches received iu New York, and, at the date of his despatch, not, yet issued in the papers, and five or six hours later than anything published. New York, March 30—12 m. The Herald’s Army of the Potomac corres pondence says; The Rebels made an attempt to retake the lost line on our hslt Monday morning. A party representing to be deserters were al lowed to approach near to tiie line, when a heavier force rAu.de a sudden and fierce attack on the front pi one Division of the Sixth Corps. A past of the men were pushed back a short distance, when they rallied aud re pulsed the enemy at all points, inflicting a severe loss upon them. Our loss was trifling. The entire first line of Rebel works, captured by the Second and Sixth Corps on Saturday, is still held, and has been rendered so strong that any effort of the enemy to recover it must prove futile. The Herald’s Washington special says that the President has held a Council of War at City Point, attended by Generals Graut, Sherman, Meade, Sheridan, and others, and that immediately afterwards a general move ment of the army was begun. The Herald .also has a report from Washington that Lee, siueeSaturdny’s fight, has renewed his request for a military convention to agree [upon terms for a cessation of hostilities. Il is under stood that Sherman’s plans for cutting off Gen. Johnston’s army from all available sources of supplies are complete, and that Grant will compel Lee either to starve his troops in Richmond, or come out and risk an engagement. In vie\V.of these matters, well informed people in Washington believe that peace will be agreed upon between Grant and Lee. The Herald correspondent says:—Rebel loss in front of 6th corps alone on Saturday was 5000. Sheridan and his boys are off again and will soon be heard from. Times’ special says:—lnformation from the Army of the Potomac to-night says the whole army was in motion on Tuesday morning, and that General Grant and staff were to move in the afternoon. A Goldsboro correspondent under date of the 25th says: Rebels have about twelve thousand cavalry under Wheeler and Hamp ton in our front. Yesterday they engaged three of our foragers within two miles of our outpost. Kilpatrick engaged part of t lie force yesterday. Result not known. The Tribune contains the following ac count of the fight previously reported in the Savannah Herald: At seven p. m, of the 25th ult., Secretary Stantou telegraphed to Gen. Dix that advi ces received from the Army of the Potomac stated that ou that morning at 4 1-2 o’clock, the enemy by a strong and sudden assault, capturod Fort Steadman, but after a vigor ous contest, the fort was recaptured with one thousand six hundred prisoners, two battle flags and all the gum uninjured. Gen. Mi Laughlin was taken prisoner by the Rebels, who also assaulted Fort Haskell, but were repulsed with great loss. The Rebel prison ers secured,number two thousand seven hun dred. The Rebel killed and wounded; Gen eral Grant estimates at probably not less than three thousand. ©ur loss is estimated at eight hundred but may prove less. On the evening of the same day General Grant telegraphed that he was not yet able to give tlie result ol' the day accurately, but the number of prisoners captured proved larger than at first reported. The slaughter of the enemy at the point where they entered onr lines and in front of it was probably not less than three thous and (3000); our loss is estimated at 800, and proves less. Gen. Humphrey's attack on the left was w ith great promptness,capturing near 100 men and causing the enemy to return his troops to that part of his line rapidly. The following is General Park's official report to General Grant : City Point, Va., March 25, 2 P. M. The enemy attacked my front this morning about 4 1-2 o'clock, with three divisions un der command of General Govdon. By a sudden rush they seized the line held by the Third Brigade, First Division, at the foot of the hill, to the right of Fort Steadman, wheeled, and overpowering the garrisou, took possession of the Fort. They estab lished themselves upon the hill, turning our gun3 upon us. Our troops on either flank stood firm. Afterwards a determined attack was made upon Fort Haskell, which was checked by a part of McLaughlin’s Brigade, Wilcox’s Division, and was repulsed, with great loss to the enemy. The First Brigade of Har troupt's Division, held in reserve, was brought up and a check given to any further advance. One or two attempts were made to retake the hill and were only temporarily successful, until the arrival of the Second Brigade, when a charge was made that Brig ade, aided by the troops of the Fust Division on either flank, and the enemy were driven out of the Fort, with the loss of a number of prisoners, about 1600. Two battle flags have also been brought in. The enemy also lost heavily in killed out side of our lines. The whole line was im mediately re-occupied and the guns re-taken uninjured. I suggest to add that Gen. Mc- Loughlin was captured in Fort Steadman. Onr loss o herwise was not heavy. Great praise is due to Gen. Hartroupt for the gal lautry displayed in handling his division, which behaved with great skill in this its first engagement. (Signed) John C. Parke, Major General. Hilton Head, S. €., April 3. Col. C. li. Brayton, the new "Postmaster here, arrived on the Fulton, and was w el comed by a large circle of acquaintances who knew him in the old campings of the Department of the South. He will assume his duties at once. Second Provost Court. —The following cases were disposed of by Judge Walton yesterday afternoon: Michael Hennessy, agent for Winfred Mc- Grath, petitioner. Permission is hereby granted and authority given to Michael Hen essy to collect all legal rents due the property of said Winfred McGrath. Further, Mr. Gaily will pay to said authorized agent, on demand, the amount due from Jan. 19th to April Ist. Ellen Murphy vs. Katey, (colored.) Of fence : Beating the children of plaintiff. Or dered that the defendant pay a fine of three dollars. Mrs. Margaret Sullivan, petition. The pe titioner has authority to charge fifty cents per quart for milk during the months of Jan uary ancl February, and twenty-five cents from the latter date. Further, petitioner has authority to collect all legal debts due her at said rates. Said debts are to be paid on demand. Mary Rotchford, petitioner. The petition er in this case to pay rent at the rate ot six dollars per month for the house now occu pied by her, situated qp Indian street lane, and belonging to-tHe estate of D. O’Byrne, This order is given with the lffnviso that the amount due on account of rent from Jan. 19th to April Ist be paid on demand. Thomas McFarland vs. W. Camp (colored). Claim to recover a horse in possession of defendant; case opened from March 31st. It is ordered defendant turn over said horse to plaintiff, who is the proper owner. Mrs. Mary Carroll, petitioner. Ordered, That George Fenneli, blacksmith,Bay street, Savannah, Ga., pay to petitione. the sum of five dollars on demand, for wages. . Bob Delyal vs. Will Reeoveny (colored), of value of mule. Ordered, That defendant pay plaintiff five dollars. Wm. Camp (colored), petitioner. That the petitioner in this case is hereby author ized-to reclaim his mule now in the posses sion of Shadrick (colored). The Provost Marshal will furnish said petitioner a proper pass, in order to recover said property. John Fleming (colored), petitioner. That the petitioner is hereby authorized to reclaim his horse and wagon, now supposed to be in the possession of the U. S. Government, at Savannah, Ga. Charles Ormes (colored) vs. Mrs. Fox— encroachment on a lot in Walton Ward, city of Savannah. Ordered, That plaintiff <4»e allowed a full possession of Lot No. 15, 100X60 feet, fronting on Stewart street, with all the privileges and appurtenances there unto belonging. Sweatnaai’s Yariuties. —According to an nouncement, Mr. Sweatnam will make his bow to the public at his new r theatre this evening. A crowded house should greet this young and enterprising manager. SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE. PORT OF SAVANNAH, APRIL 3. Arrived—steamship Commander, Powell, Morehead City, via Hilton Head; steamer Edwin Lewis, Savage, Hilton Head, via Fort Pulaski. SWEATNAM’S VARIETIES. , (Formerly St. Andrew’s Hail.) w. r. sweatnam Lessee and Manager OPEN EVERY NIGHT ! SINGING, DANCING, , BURLESQUE, PANTOMIME, drama, MINSTRELSY and FARCE. change of programme nightly. For particulars see Bills. * apr4 "yy r anted. ~ A bildiug containing rooms for a small family, with store attached—must Oe in a business portion of. the city. Apply at the Herald office. apr4 14 AY, CORN AND OATS, , U, Just received and now landing from schooner R. P. Km j. For sale by »Pi 33 S. N. GRAGG. oavannah THEATRE! ftssee and Business Manager grant Taggart Slice Manscer UMment *;.'.'.‘.'.'.V.'. TUESDAY EVENING, APRIL 4, 18fl6 ' The performance will commence with the LanehaW. Farce entitled -e THE MARRIED RAKE. In which Miss Lafond. Miss Maude St Leon Fanny Prestige and Mr. A H. Davenport will appear. After which Mr. Carner in a Comic Hon*. To be followed by the Screaming Eccentricity called POOR PILLIC. ODDY SiKn dr *' l “ Mrs. O’Scnttle Mrs Sarah Blount M 'iss Fanny PresS Double Hornpipe, by Miss Maude St. Leon'and Fanny Prestige. - To conclude with A KISS IN T II E D A R K, Miss I afond. Miss Lee, Miss St. Leon, Mr. Carner and Mr. Rodgers in the principal characters. Mr. T. WEIR will commence on Wednesday in •> series of favorite characters. . 3 Notice.— ln future the doors will open at 7 and the curtain rise at 8 o’clock precisely. Box office open from 10 uutil 2 o'clock CPRICES OF ADMISSION A8 USUAL ats All bills must be presented weekly. * apr2 gVV£ATNAM\S VARIETIES. 7 Mr. Sweatnam respectfully announces that the Open lug Night of his New Theatre is unavoidably postponed until TUESDAY EVENING, APRIL 4th, 1305, When a great bill will be offered. a p r ) £2O REWARD. , Stolen from a gen Corn an in this city, on yesterday »f temoon, a Silver Watch, (detached lever,) Cooper maker. Attached to the Watch was a Gold Chaia and looped to it was a Silver Badge, in the shape of a heart, and set in live oak. The following inscription was on the Cadge; Hilton Head, Nov. 7th, 1301 • Fort Pulaski. April 11th, 1802; Pocotaligo, Oct. 2-2d,’180“- James Island, June 10th and 18th, 1802; Fort Wagner' July 18th, 1303; Morris Island, July ISth, 1303, The above reward will be paid on delivery of the property at this office. 2 apr4 QARPEXTERS WANTED IMMEDIATELY. Two good Carpenters are wanted at the St. An drew’s Hall. Apply to Hpi'4 JAMBS C. BLANCE. r jpo OUR OLD PATRONS! ~ ~ THE SAVANNAH FLOUR MILL, At the foot of Broughton street, Is again ready to grind CORN AND WHEAT, AT TUB SHORTEST JPOSSIIiLE NOTICE It will grind Grists at the usual toll. It is needless here to comment on the valuable pro perties of the Savannah Flour Mill, aud its facilities for grinding Wheat and corn. The present proprietor, Hon. Joseph Lippman. for a number of years a member of the Board of Aldermen of this city, aud well known for his devotion to the flag of his country, (the “Stars and Stripes’’,) should be patronized by a community living under the protection oi that flag, which none but a traitor would ever deny. The Miller and Superintendent, years of experience have taught him to be a perfect master of his profession. His thorough knowledge of the business fs the best proof of his skill as a Miller. The patronage of the public is respectfully solicited. Corn aud Wheat ground in the shortest possible time, and to the satisfaction of the parties concerned. JOSEPH LIPPMAN, Proprietor. PATRICK L. BARRY, api’D 3 Miller and Sup'l. JELLING OFF AT COST t IMMENSE STOCK ’ $150,000 WORTH OF MERCHANDISE TO BE SOU) IMMEDIATELY! Consisting of 30 Tierces Hams, 300 barrels Flour, 100 barrels Sugar, 150 cases Boots and Shivs, 50 boxes Coffee, 1000 cases Ale, 500 boxes Raisins, 150 barrels Ale, 150 barrels Walnuts, Filberts and Brasil Nats,- 1000 cases Peaches, Tomatoes, Chickens, Tur keys, Ac. 800 barrels Cakes and Craekers,* 50 barrels Molasses, 150 cases Tobacco, . 200 dozen Shirts, 400,00(K) Cigars, also, A large and extensive stock of Yankee Notions, Stationery, Hosery, and many other goods too num erous to mention. Sutlers aud Merchants, call and examine before sending your orders to New York. C. W. DENNIS & CO., No. 4 Merchant’s Row, Hilton Head, S. C. aprl tt Rooms to let at hilton head 's c m The Palmetto Herald Building, corner of Mer chants'Row aud Palmetto Avenue, suitable for busi ness purposes or lodgings. Apply to J. T RIVERS, on the premises, or H,T.RIVERS,'at the Custom House ts mar* OUT. The large Stock of BOOTS AND SHOES, SPRING CLOTHING, GROCERIES, BOTTLED ALE, PORTER aud CHAMPAGNE CIDER, SEGARS and . TOBACCOS, in great variety, BEE AND PORK, in balf-bbU., SUTLERS’ GOODS, TEAS COFFEES and SPICES. The entire Stock will be sold, WHOLESALE AND RETAIL, AT NEW YORK PRICES. The public will find this the best opportunfty to pur chase yet offered in this market, 17C BROUGHTON STREET, mar2l ts Next door to Sherlock’s. Riddeli. & murdock, Will BALK AND KliiAlL DEALERS IN SUTLERS’ AND NAVAL STOKES, DRY GOODS, BOOTS AND SHOES, HATS AND CATS, Gentlemen’s Fcu.mßUi.no Goods, No. 5 Merchants’ Row, Hilton Head, S. C. , W. 0. RIDDELL, [janlO—tf) H. J.MOHBOO**