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The Daily Dispatch: July 15, 1864., [Electronic resource], Later from New Orleans. (search)
nd leaves us the inference that the negro is better off under the control of a civilized people than in his native wilderness; something of an admission from a modern Englishman. Renan, who made such a sensation with his "Vie de Jesus," has published a series of theological and metaphysical essays, which are attracting the attention of the critics. The fourth volume of Carlyte's "Frederick the Great" is announced, also Reade's "Savage Africa." Parton, who manufactured the biographies of Burr had Jackson, has published "the Life and Times of Benjamin Franklin," The Yankees are rejoicing over a "History of the Administration of Abraham Lincoln," written by Raymond, of the New York Times Giddings, who died here lately, while the Yankee Consul General to Canada, wrote a "History of the Rebellion," which is just out. Gen Scott is understood to be writing a memoir of himself. Charles Dickens's new story, "Our Mutual Friend," has reached seven chapters in the Cornhill Magazine. It
The Daily Dispatch: September 7, 1864., [Electronic resource], article 1 (search)
ions made, instead of one and a half per centum, heretofore allowed." A long and general discussion ensued between various members of the Council with reference to a change in the present tax bill. The following resolution, offered by Mr. Burr, was adopted: "Resolved, That the Chamberlain be empowered to make the transfer of any stocks held by the city, and sold under direction of the Finance Committee." A resolution, offered by Mr. Burr, was adopted, appropriating $30,000 obill. The following resolution, offered by Mr. Burr, was adopted: "Resolved, That the Chamberlain be empowered to make the transfer of any stocks held by the city, and sold under direction of the Finance Committee." A resolution, offered by Mr. Burr, was adopted, appropriating $30,000 out of any funds in the treasury not otherwise appropriated, subject to the order of the Overseers of the Poor, for the purpose of paying for the supplies purchased by them. Council adjourned.
The Daily Dispatch: January 10, 1865., [Electronic resource], article 1 (search)
y Council. --The following business was transacted at a regular meeting of the Council, held yesterday afternoon: The chairman of the Finance Committee, Mr. Burr, submitted a report in reference to taxes, which was, on motion, recommitted to the same committee. In order to enable the clerks of the markets to keep tho Market to the privileges of a butcher, was reported from the Committee on Markets, and, after a discussion, was referred to the Joint Committee on Markets. Mr. Burr reported resolutions in relation to taxes, asking what amount shall be assessed for the fiscal year and the year just expired, which were adopted. A communi, which were not materially changed from last year. William N. Kelley was chosen first day police officer, and L. M. Carter was chosen first night officer. Mr. Burr called the attention of the Council to the new bill amending the charter of the city of Richmond, introduced in the House of Delegates on Saturday by General Hay
The Daily Dispatch: February 14, 1865., [Electronic resource], article 1 (search)
City-Council. --A regular meeting of the City Council was held yesterday afternoon at 4 o'clock. Mr. Burr, from the Committee on Finance, submitted the annual report of the expenses and revenue of the city government, which, on motion of Mr. Haskins, was received and ordered to be printed. A report was made by the Chairman of the Committee on Gas Works, in which it was stated that the office of assistant inspector of gas, (filled by Mr. Hugh Smith,) could be dispensed with. The report was agreed to. A tax of two hundred dollars, improperly assessed against H. J. Maigne, was refunded, upon the recommendation of the committee to whom the subject had been referred. Prior to the adjournment of the Council, the President read a communication from the Mayor, accompanying a splendid American flag, which had been sent to him by Captain N. A. Sturdivant, for presentation to the Council. The flag was captured by Captain Sturdivant in one of the numerous engagements wi
The Daily Dispatch: March 9, 1865., [Electronic resource], article 2 (search)
tson, of Richmond, advocated the passage of the bill. It was not designed to take the place of the present police body, but to act as an efficient auxiliary to it. It was important that the bill should pass right away. He knew, and could state circumstances if he chose, to show that dangerous elements were fermenting, and exigencies arising in the distance, that made it necessary that this constabulary force — this interior guard and domestic police — should be called into existence. Mr. Burr said the proposition for the formation of this extra armed police did not emanate from the authorities or citizens of Richmond; it came from high military authority of the Confederate Government, and was advocated on high grounds of public economy and safety. Mr. English gave some personal observations, made among the citizens of Henrico, as showing their preference for the volunteer system. Mr. Burwell would vote against the proposition to strike out the volunteer feature. Peopl
The Daily Dispatch: March 14, 1865., [Electronic resource], article 1 (search)
as held yesterday afternoon at 4 o'clock. Mr. Scott asked leave to introduce a resolution requesting the military authorities to recall from the field such members of the Fire Brigade who might be absent from the city, and require them to report to the Chief Engineer. The President stated that he had information which would render the adoption of the resolution unnecessary. The Government had already ordered them back. The Committee on Finance reported, through the chairman, Mr. Burr, on the resolution asking the renewal of a warrant on the Chamberlain, the same having been lost, and recommended the renewal of the same with the usual security. Also, on the application of Messrs. Jones & Slater, asking for a change in the form of a bond for money due them by the city, and recommending that the said bond be paid, so as to save the trouble of modification. The reports were agreed to. Mr. Stokes, from the Committee on the First Market, reported that the committee had
The Daily Dispatch: March 24, 1865., [Electronic resource], article 2 (search)
off quietly, and but a small vote was polled, as will be seen from the following statement: candidates.Jefferson Ward.Madison Ward.Monroe Ward.Total. Colonel Wyatt M Ethott140230163542 Colonel Thomas P. August,200238319757 David L Burr.150303238711 James A. Scott160303302765 Richard F. Walker205184170568 David J. Saunders.150215337732 Samuel C. Tardy4797114258 Richard Reins265444121 John H Parkhill423483159 From indications it seems that Colonel August has been successful for the seat in the Senate, and that Messrs. Scott, Saunders and Burr are elected to the lower House. The army vote, however, may reverse that of the city, and we must await the returns therefrom before announcing definitely the names of the successful candidates from this city. Henrico county. The vote of Henrico county, as far as heard from, shows a decided majority in favor of Mr. Joseph J. English. At the court-house, English received 343, Mayo 184. English's majority, 15
The Daily Dispatch: December 9, 1865., [Electronic resource], Governor Peirpoint's message. (search)
City Council. --A called meeting of the City Council was held yesterday evening. The following members were present: Mr. Grattan (President), and Messrs. Burr, Scott, Epps, Lee, Smith, Clopton, Lancaster, Tardy, Crutchfield and Glazebrook. A communication was received from the Mayor, nominating the chief and other officers of the police. Thereupon the Council proceeded to elect a chief, and John H. Claiborne was unanimously elected. The next business in order was the election of the first police officer, and Messrs. Seal, Chalkley and Kelley were put in nomination. Mr. Reuben T. Seal received nine votes: Mr. Chalkley, 3; Mr. Kelley. 1. Mr. Seal was therefore declared elected. Mr. Scott and Mr. Clopton addressed the Council in favor of Mr. Callahan. The result of the election was: Charles H. Epps, 10: D. Callahan, 3. Therefore Mr. Epps was declared elected the second officer. Mr. Scott nominated Mr. Charles H. Brown for the third officer. Mr. Lee nomi
The Daily Dispatch: December 12, 1865., [Electronic resource], article 1 (search)
of City Hands, when Mr. Scott stated that the city had lately recovered a number of mules, and it would be well to appoint an officer to take care of them. Mr. Burr moved that the subject be passed by Lost. The Council then went into an election, and Mr. Higgins was elected, as stated above. Mr. Scott moved to go ihe was elected. The question of fees was referred to the Committee on Markets, with instructions to report back to the Council their action on the subject. Mr. Burr, from the Committee on Finance, reported an ordinance amending the sixteenth section of the ordinance imposing taxes for the support of the city government for tas passed. Mr. Glazebrook made a statement relative to the abuses of bucksters in the markets, they having erected booths, stalls and sheds everywhere. Mr. Burr, from the Committee on Grounds and Public Buildings, reported adversely upon the petition of E. & S. Wortham proposing to purchase the site of the old powder mag
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