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The Daily Dispatch: September 16, 1862., [Electronic resource], By the Governor of Virginia — a proclamation. (search)
In obedience to the proclamation of Governor Letcher, the General Assembly met in extra session yesterday at 12 o'clock M. In the House of Delegates only fifty six members answered to their names, and no quorum being present, that body adjourned, without transacting any business other than swearing in three newly elected members Messrs. Henry L. Hopkins, of Petersburg; W. H. Chambers, of Chesterfield, and Richard F. Taylor, of Amelia and Nottoway. In the Senate, Lieut, Governor Montague being absent. Mr. Branson, of Lewis, was chosen President program. The usual message from the Executive was received, read, and, with accompanying documents, was appropriately referred to the several committees. Mr. Kenny offered a resolution, which was adopted authorizing the Governor to appoint commissioners of and an election for Mayor, Commen and other municipal officers, for the city of Norfolk, as soon as that city shall be evacuated by the enemy. Mr. New man offered a res
The Daily Dispatch: September 16, 1862., [Electronic resource], Salt — salt. (search)
ttalions, or companies, organized and officered under State authority, which the Governor of the State to which said troops respectfully appertain shall deem indispensably necessary to the defence and safety of said State." In support of this amendment he sent to the Clerk's desk a letter from a distinguished and patriotic citizen of Mississippi, which he desired read, and in which was depicted the condition of portions of Mississippi in consequence of the calling out of the militia. Mr. Chambers of Miss., explained the reason why such a state of affairs existed as was referred to in the letter, attributing it to the action of the State authorities. He closed his remarks by moving to postpone the special order, with a view to take up the Exemption bill. The motion was not agreed to. The question then recurred upon the amendment of Mr. Foote, and, on the vote being taken, the amendment was rejected. The question came up upon the amendment of Mr. Wright, and it was a