Fremont journal. [volume] (Fremont, Sandusky County [Ohio]) 1853-1866, 1861-04-19

mayor NOOut commencing NDe COuISo OF
the Herald, and expressing dsapprobation
Of those engaged in Hartford, and other
places, in manufacturing arms for the South.
Detroit April l7th.--Gen. Cass made n speech
this morning on secession. Board ofTrade un-
frled the National hng from one of their rooms
He was strongly in favor Of supporting the Con-
stitution and the Country's flag under all cir
cumstances. He said that in a crisis like the
present it was the duty of every citizen TO stand
by the Government. Oakland county alone Of
iers one Regiment troops, all that is required by
Federal Government from entire State.
Akron, o. April l7th.-l30O good men can be
enrolled here for service in day. Excitement
is high, but men in earnest. Union flags fly
on all public buildings.
Madison, Wis., April l7th.-Legislature ad-
iourned sine die to-day. The Governors guard
have rendered their services and been accepted.
Volunteer companies are organizing in all parts
of the State. Excitement runs high.
Chicago, April l7th.--Frst detachment Uni
ted States troops from Minnesota, passed through
this city last evening en route for Washington.
Number IS men under command of Maj Penn
berton. The train bearing them was received
at the Depot by a crowd not less than 10000
Remainder of troops from Fort Ridgeley COM
posed of Maj. Morris 6 command, and Sherman s
battery are expected to arrive here tomorrow,
L. NJ. w ar tcellng continues unaDated. Gov
ernor's Proclamation for Volunteers being
promptly responded TO. Several companies
have already rendered their services.
Chicago April l7th-At meeting of Direc-
tors of the Burlington branch State bank, Iowa,
this forenoon, it was resolved that the Cashier
be directed to advance TO the Governor of State
such sum of money as may be required for
the equipment and preparation OF the Regiment
called for by the President ofthe United States.
New York, April l7.-Daily News put
out American Flag Most of the crowd
started for New York Hotel, head quarters
of southern visitors. The Day Book had
drawn 10 the flag; but a small crowd were
around the office which was guarded by the
police.
Richmond, April II, P. M.-The ordi-
nance of secession. has not passed. The
Convention is still in secret session. Moth
ing certain is known of it.
Scranton, Pa, April 17.-Brigadior Gen.
Meylert's requisition for 1000 men from
Luzerne county is completed, and will start
for Harrsburgh tomorrow. The greatest
enthusiasm prevails. A crowd of people
assembled at Wilkesbarre to-day intent on
cleaning out the office of the Luzerne Un-
ion; but the excitement subsided when the
stars and stripes were displayed.
Philadelphia, April 17.-Salutes are to
be fred here in homer of Gov. Hicks of Md.
The excitement here is increasing every
hour, and recruiting parties are parading
all sections of the city. The Ladies of this
city have resolved 10 wear a rosette of red
white and blue.
New York, April l7.-Special to Exp
ress-Washington, 17th:-Gen. Scott says
out loud that nothing could be better than
Major Anderson's conduct. He is entirely
satisfied.
Charleston, April 17.-Nothing of stir.
ing Importance has occurred to-day. The
prospect of the secession of Virginia gives
great JOY to the people here. $2,oos,Ooo
of the confederate State loan has been taken
lin Charleston alone. The books will be
opened again tomorrow. The paper is
readily taken in the interior. Not word
to the present time has been heard from Vir-
ginia, and great anxiety exists on account.
Montgomery, April 1.-THE Cabinet
has had long session to-day. A procla-
nation will be issued tomorrow calling for
100000 more troops TO take the field.
Lexington, Ky. April 17.--Major Breck-
inrdge writes from Richmond, KY, to n
friend in lexington; II have filled all my
appointments and some extra ones, address,
ing immense crowds. Kentucky should
call Convention without delay, and Lin
coins extra session of Congress should be
confronted by fifteen States. This alone
can prevent general civil war. The abhor-
renee of Lincoln's proclamation is immense
amongst the people" Mr.. Breckenridge
speaks in Lexington tomorrow, Thursday
night and Louisville, Saturday.
ST. Paul, Minnesota, April l7th. Gov. RAM
sey, of Minnesota, to-day, issued Proclamation
for Regiment of volunteers, in response to call
70: volunteers.
New York, April l7th.-American flag not
yet hoisted at the New York Hotel. Distur-
Dances feared tonight
Montgomery, April I7th-Tenders made for
letters of marque and reprisal.
Washington, April 17th.-Gov. Rhode Island
has been telegraphed to come here with the
quota of troops immediately. Report is not
believed that Harpers Ferry has been seized, or
that jeff. Davis is in Richmond.
Marion, o., April l7th.-An enthusiastic I'm
ion meeting held here tonight. Speeches by
men of all parties. There is but one sentiment,
the Union must be maintained and the laws en-
forced. Volunteering going on brishly.
Dayton, April l7th-The Dayton light guards
Capt. Rease, and the Montgomery guard, Capt.
Anges, left for Columbus at o clock this even
ing There were 230 men in the two compan-
les The Lafayette Guards, Capt. Diston, will
leave at - O'Clock tonight. Capt. Cbilds is
filling up Rifle Company which will leave
here tomorrow. The military fever is very
high here. Conductor Martin went with the
Light Guards, carrying the Stars and Stripes.
Richmond, Ia, April l7th.- Excitement in
creases here. Companies drilling all day. All
manufacturing establishments closed ON account
of men volunteering. Two companies organi-
zed and leave for indianapolis tomorrow.
st. Louis, April l7th,-The State journal
publishes the following reply from Gov. Jack
son to Secretary Cameron; Executive Depart
ment Missouri, Jefferson city, April l7th.--Dear
Sir: Your dispatch of the 18th inst, making
call on Missouri for four Regiments of men for
immediate service has been received. There
can be no doubt but these men are intended to
form part of the Presidents army to make
war upon the seeded States. Your requisition
in my Judgment is illegal, unreasonable and rev.
olutionary in its object; inhuman and diabolc,
and cannot be complied with. Not one man
will the State Of Missouri furnish TO carry on
such an unholy crusade. @. +. JACKSON.
Cincinnati, April l7th.-The city council to-
might passed a resolution rendering to the Gov
ernor $25000 in cash from the sinking fund, ap-
pointed committee to tender the money to the
Governor. The committee left for Columbus