” 20—A destructive tornado in Georgia caused great loss of life and property.
” 24—The Senate, after officially approving the action of the President in Louisiana, closed its special session.
F. E. Spinner, United States Treasurer, resigned, and John C. New, of Ind. was appointed his successor.
Apr. 19—The centennial anniversary of the battle of Lexington was celebrated with great interest. This battle was the first decisive step in the War of Independence. Its scenes and their consequences were dwelt on by some of the most distinguished literary Americans, and honored by the presence of the President of the United States and many of its most eminent authorities.
” 23—Three Steamers burned at New Orleans, in which fifty lives were lost.
” 28—A fire at Oshkosh, Wis., destroyed a square mile of the city. Loss in property over $2,000,000.
May 7—A Bill for suppressing religious orders introduced into the German Parliament. It subsequently became a law.
The Steamship Schiller was wrecked on the coast of Great Britain. Three hundred and eleven lives were lost.
” 10—Centennial anniversary of the capture of Fort Ticonderoga by Ethan Allen.