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New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1861-04-27
THE VIRGINIA REBELS BALTIMORE
OUAKING.

PEErYviLrE, Md, Friday, April &C. 1861.
The Baltimore Sun says train s.ar'ed for Wssh-
ington yesterday afternoon. When it reached An
uapois Junction he Federal troops found lining
the road and II pa; back appDbendng seizure. The
7th Regiment Of New.York and par, Of the Masss-
ehusetts Volunteers took up the line Of march from
Annapolis, early on wednesday morning, and arrived
at the Junction al 10 yesterday morning They left for
Washington, and the tnin returned. AZ O'Clock in
the afternoon the train again lett with the Masss-
chu-e,ts regiment On the arrival Of the 9TH Regi.
meut at Washington, they marched mp tie Avenue 10
the Presidents House and thence to the War Depart
ment."
scrsice.
A State battery is being erected ct Yorktown, and
snotherthree miles above Richmond.
The steamship jamestown las been fitted up at
Richmond for wal purposes.
-Four thousand troops are at Hsrper's Ferry and
3 40 az Norfolk.
There viii be % 600 volunteers 81 Richmond by the
close Of the week.
Tie schooner Annie J. Russell with wheat, at Rich.
mond for Q Massachusetts p,rt, has been seized
IL reported thai the troops OF Hsrper's Ferry have
been ordered to cone other point supposed to be near
tie Capital
The Baltimore Sun has leader which seems to in
dcae that the conservative inht rnce s gaining ground
in that city II emphatcslly Dc ysres that it is not
Secession PAPER. II SAYS that the pas age Of an ori-
nance q secession by the Legislature would be an
arrogaton Of power not vested in IT, II avoS calling
State Convention, the delegates TO BE- elected directly
from tie people II denies the Eiores Of violence 10
Union men az baltimore.
There e worry Little news.
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1861-04-27
FROM FORT MONROE.

The steamship Ariel Capt. Wilson arrived last night
from Fort Monroe, having left there the 25th nss.,
at u p m. Two prizes had been taken at For. Monros
one of them schooner loaded with artillery and amuni
tion the other propeller sesmtug in the act Of tow
ing the schooner from under the guns Of the Cumber-
land triga,e.
The captain Of the schooner was supposed to be toe
Commander Of the Revenue Cutter surrendered to ths
Confederacy, come time since. He was 10 be tried
by court martial the next day. and would lie shot or
hung
The supplies had been cut of from the fort by the
inhabitants.
All the lights had been extinguished in the Caps
and Chesapeake Bay with the exception Of Willowty
ligh-shp, which is lighted by the of the y. s.
ship Cumberland The light bad been put ont several
times BY the people from the shore after being lighted
by the crew of the f1gste.
On the 25h int. guard had been detailed from tho
frigate 10 prevent similar proceedings
On Thursday, the 25th, while OF Rappahanock
passed steamers Alabama James Adger, Marion, and
U. 5. brig Perry steamer Montgomery. AL with
troops.
pas,snge-,-Cspt. speuldirs KnoVlton C. Z. Palmer
Bro. D. iSrseT H. u. Digger " sone returned tfe:ps
foca Fort Monroe; Ma A. scott As Scott Ms Ayerl Mu
7t Lei1ly daughter bnd serysnt, mor aus eharns
and Aliss Bapks MIR Mellon Nin uoloEoOs Dr. " n
Hobart, q. II. Yenos. L. ;. ~, {. b. Cutter
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1861-04-27
FROM VIRGINIA.
A PROCLAMATION.


BY virtue Of authority vested in the Executive ~
the Convention, j, John Letcher, Governor OF toe
Commonwealth OF Virginia do hereby order that each
volunteer company, equipped and armed, whether oz
infantry artillery rihemen, 10 the counties lying
west Of the City Of Richmond between Richmond aud
the Blae Ridge and in the Valley Of Virginia frum
the County Of Roekbrdge to the Tennessee ne eotao-
hsh forthwith on the lines Of speedy communi alton
rendezvous and hold themselves IN readiness for i'
mediate orders. Telegraph send by express 10 The
Executive the names OF Captains, number OF men and
description of force 1t is further ordered that officers
of all grades on the line Of the Potomac River render
Cooke who has been assigned to the command Of that
section Of the military operations Of the State bounded
by said river.
:,.,. Given under my hand Governor and under The
l. a. Seal Of the Commonwealth st Richmond. 2lsi ApA.
:...: lSl and In the 18th year Of the GO cath
BY IN, eOy.rDsr
GEORGE w. MUnYoRD. Secretary Of The Commonwealth.
EXECUTIVE DNPAKryEsr, RcHsoSp, April -. 1857;
In obedience TO Iesolaticn Of the Convention, ths
Injunction Of secrecy having been removed the Iocw
ing section Of ordinance pasced BY the Convenuon
is published for the information Of the pubic;
he ordained, Tia. the Governor o. tbs aomMonsea.
be and hereby suhoLed and repaired 20 cal hs the se
vice OF the ststs many yosreofs may Dc
invasion and protect tie citizen, Of tie stse ~ tns
osgpl, Into .,nts bssde and divisions aoco Glns 20 ne
force required aud she Go vernon shall spp9nt 500 90
the general Geld and sad oicsn Of ssia ~ Ia
coed 10 haze them organized and And ina ae saAa
iuyjte al efse1. and ~orthy tknian. and fse1
deps of Vryip IN Array and Navy Of the listed States -
L ~ 81 - nj not reverse the relative isnk held b, then
IN ihc Waited stats. service Snd viii a. least be squisaeA
thereto. 80, -
" ny "'ao '" NV "GEoRGE ". MUEFORD,
Secretary Of the CoImonw ssith-"
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1861-04-27
BALTIMORE AND ITS APPROACHES.

A gentleman who has just arrived in this city from
Washington favors US with the following statement:
came through to Baltimore by private conveysn
last lhursdayI night, arriving 10 that city about ~
o'clock. left again at o'clock. During the hour
was there, traversed number Of the streets and
found patrols thckly disposed every block both II
the military and police. The Person whom engaged
20 convey me from the city arrested while making
bis preparations for departure but being identified
by friend Of OF the party Of psromen, he was
leased again. We were advised 10 obtain Kermit
from the Sanha in order TO leave the city. After
merous inerrogaiories as to business destination,
character, u &C., the permit was granted, and We
were allowed TO proceed
We were informed that the bridge at Bush Creek
bad again been burned during that night We saw
picket guard about twelve miles below Baltimore,
on the Washington road. We ALEC encountered other
patrols on this side Of Baltimore, some three miles
from the city. They, however, gave rs no trouble
beyond watching US very closely until wo got out OK
sight.
In Baltimore we saw quite battery Of howit9ers
and sixpouDd feld-pieces, 10 font Of the MarshaPs
Office We Jaw other pieces OF ordnance 10 the streets
at various points The people believe that they are
prepared TO repe force Of 30, 900 men,
There was very free display OF Secession flags
All the principal buildings were decorated with this
appendage.
/ Was informed that Union man had that day
boosted the Stars and Stripes bs building, and that
il bad been torn down by mob but that be had rsisd
it second time fully prepared to defend II, and th1
he did so defend il. Men OF Union sentiments begin
10 put on strength. Their language il somewhat sub
dued bot it is a muttering which will undoubtedly
gam in boldness until IL becomes power 70 be recog-
nzed.
All through Northern Delaware, in Wilmington,
and other towns there Il pleuteous display OF AmeI-
can tags and considerable enthusiasm. The people In
The rural districts alarmed owing 10 the demonsra~
tions being made by the Government.
AZ Havre de Grace saw q company OF Portsmouth
Mel soloiers, who appeared TO great advantage They
were under drill as passed through. There "efe
also other companies there, all good, substantial men,
in excellent spirits and iull of enthusiasm.
The steam ferry boat Mary land 10 being guarded by
q party of marines from the Nayy-Yard at Philadel-
nhia-
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1861-04-27
SOUTHERN RIGHTS MEETING IN MISSOURI

WARSAW, Mo-, Friday, April %, 1861.
a large Southern Rights meeting was held at Gin
tod Henry ., nty, yesterday, and resolutions were
passed como, inning the Of the Delegates from
this District 10 the State Convention, and fsyorDg i'm
mediate seCesson aiso recommending the Legislature
to pass secession ordinance The following is one OF
the resolutions
THAT We request our Governor TO rePel by mill
tary force any attempt Of the Republican Administra
ton 10 march troops through the limits Of this State
for the purpose Of making war upon the Southern
States To- the purpose Of reinforcing the forts or
arsenals in this State"
Another resolution compliments Gov. Jacksons re-
ply to Mr. Lncoln5 demand for troops as the proud
est and nobest act Of his life"
A company Of Cavalry has been raising.
At q meeting at Belmont, Henry County, last
Wednesday, the Southern dag hOsted by Is Young
ladies, assisted by 10 others.
The feeling is overwhelming in Benton, Henry and
St. Clair Counties for Secession, and meetings ae held
daily.
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1861-04-27
SEIZURE OF THE STEAMSHIP CAHAWBA.
ACTIVITY IN LOUISIANA.
Nrw.oEIrAss, Thursday, April 25, 1861.

NEw-ORLEASs, Thursday, April %, 1861.
The steamship Cahawba wa seized this morning a:
] O'Clock, by number Of our citizens under Capt.
Shireus, on their own responsibility. She released
aterward by oders from Gov. Moore who has received
Instructions from the Confederate Government prohb-
dng and dsapproying Of any obstruction TO commerce
in Southern porte The Collector Of New-0rleans has
been notified 10 the same effect.
Orders have also been cent to the Collector at Cal
voston to raise the embargo at that poH-GenerIGov-
eminent alone having such power The Cahawba viii
sail ibis evening at o'clock for New-iork, foil Of
freight and passengers. She Is owned principally IN
New-Orleans and Mobile. She was only seized on the
ground Of expediercy, and not out Of retaliation.
Gov Moore, in reply 70 a dispatch relative TO the
seizure Of boats and Southern property in the Ohio
River has been instructed by the Government al
Montgomery TO wait till tho reports confirmed and
then only reaste by selling property belonging to
citizens Of Ohio.
Two thousand Federal troops are reported at Cairo,
with the intention Of stopping all steamers bound South
II sny attempt Of the kind is made, Missouri, Ken
lucky ard Tennessee will immediately concentrate
large forces AT Cairo 10 drive back the Federal troops
NJ all hazards The navigation Of tie Ohio viii be
kept free at any coet.
Louisiana parishes continue 10 pour in large num-
Der Of troops, destined for Pensacola; also TO make
heavy appropriations for their support Tensas Parish
has appropriated 900 for the Of the State pays
$40 month to each soldier beside supporting LIS
family during bis absence. East FelcianR had sub
scribed $4,000 for the sane purpose, and at an
immense meeting passed a resolution that the
Planters parish in East Fecisna stand pledged to ten
der TO Louisiana and the Government Of tho Coined
crate States should il be needed, the whole of the
annual proceeds of our crops deducng only what may
be necessary for current expenses, during the con.
.nuance Of the present hostilities.
The military excitement continues at the highest
pitch. The city is dllad with soldiers. The sound OF
the drum and tie tramp Of armed men are heard
through day and night large body Of troops left TO-
day for Pensacola No movement has yet been
made from the former stdtI quo.
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1861-04-27
vIRGNIANs CALLED TO AcCocNT.
HARRISBURG, Friday, April 20, 1876

Large NUMBER Of grgui4ns arrived here tonight
via Chambersburg. They required 10 take test
oath 10 take up arms be imprisoned. They took the
oath and then made their escape.
Others had escaped without taking The oatL, mostly
Of whom were from Fairfax County.
John McElbone, well.known Congressional re-
porter, arrived here tonight from Washington as
bearer Of Government dispatches lie left Washing
ton yesterday at two o'clock in the afternoon, and re-
porte that Washington is safe for the present
Large quantities Of aourare deposited at tho Capital.
yrgnians here say that fully 1900 troops in slat
State are under arms.
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1861-04-27
THE REBEL NAVY.

The Rebels have get about supplying themselves
with Nayy by stealing private property wherever
they find it. The new iron propeller North Carolina,
ownei by Cromwell q Co., Of this city has been
relied at Wilmington, n. C.. She is fast, 200 tuns
burden, draws 10 feet when light, and has two masts
The propellers Potomac and Georges Creek, belonging
10 Cromwell & Co, have been seized at Baltimore.
These three steamers are well suited for eanboats'
The entire line OF boats belonging 10 Charles Morgan,
esq, Of this city, twelve III number running between
New-O rleans and Galveston, have also been stolen;
they are 20 feet in length and draw 10 feet loaded
They are fine boats and will be valuable to The Rebes.
We may expect coon 10 hear Of them of our coast.
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the WAR FOR THE union.
ssirrs - llrJ,n 81. Louis BIZ Illinois Troops
STAMPEDE or SLAVES FROM MARYLAND.
Virginia Rebel Troops Gathering.
$4,000 EXPECTED IN RICHMOND.
REPENTANCE IN BALTIMORE
IMPORTANT FROM MISSOURI.

GALLANT EXPLOIT or ILLINOIS VOLUNTEERS.
CHICAGO, Friday, April 20, 1861
The illinois trooFs have struck great blow at the
Seoessionisis Of Missouri.
Acting under orders from the President Of the United
States expedition Of Illinois volunteers crossed over
10 St. Louis last night advanced upon the Federal
Ar-enal at st. Louis, and brought mmense stores OF
artillery ammunition, and small arms, which had been
stored at that post by the Government.
The amount Of Federal properly TINS secured from
the hands Of the Secessonts of Missouri is Of great
valne. Among the articles recovered were 1000
stand Of small arms aud park Of artillery.
There no fighting.
The Illinois DO! declare in true Western style, that
the 90 Secsssionists are eucbrd."
This exploit has caused great joy here, and the
volunteer force highly praised for the skill displayed
in the matter.
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1861-04-27
MAINE MEN DRIVEN OUT OF VIRGINIA.
AFFAIRS IN BALTIMORE.
PFREIyLLT, FRIDAY, Apri

PFEEIynLE, Friday, April 90, 1851.
Among the passengers going North in to-nights tr'in
are five Maine timber men, ordered ont Of Virginia.
They report tina, three scbOoners-Gln. kuoI, Victory,
and Georgis-of Maine were seized in Pakumpka
River, Va. Cannon were placed aboard the Gen.
Knox, and The Secession flag hosted. The Maine mel
were ordered to leave by Col Lee on Saturday, and
placed under guard. They obtained pass from Gov.
Letcher ont Of the State. They were interrupted fire.
qucntly, being intercepted by troops at Baltimore.
They appealed 10 Gen Trirnble personally, who ex-
pressed regret that the travellers were interfsred WITH
and protected their departure.
Intelligent men from Baltimore express their conf
dence that the Secession rule viii soon be overruled
The Suns leader Of to-day is regarded an most favor
able symptom Of the index Of future events-
A gentleman declared publicly in Darnum's Hotel
that the Secession flag will not be allowed to remain in
that city many days
Mos. indsputable evidences have been received To-
night Of a reaction in the public sentiment of Bati-
more.
A gentleman whose veraciiy cannot be doubted
states that before he left this morning he was grahed
TO see the Stars and Stripes flying from the Minute
Mems headquarters and on Butchers HILL
The silence Of the Union men seems to have been
powerful than camor and the rabId Secesslonsts
have defeated their own purposes.
There is great feeling among business men for the
reettsblshment Of trade, and silent conversatism is
changing gradually 10 open UniOnism. There Is no
doubt as to this state Of affairs.
At the time the train left Washington, Q. 3oclOok
yesterday afternoon, all was quiet.
There Was not much news Of importance.
passenger reports that he had heard nothing OF tho
rumor of Lord Lyons appealing to President Lincoln
for sixty days nrInistiee.
He saw the arrival Of the Seventh Regiment at
O'Clock in the afternoon OF his departure, all we'll
The Seventh bull; tho bridge on The road and re-
paired the rails.
While the Massachusetts, Eighth were moving 10
Washington orders were received to stop at the juno
ton and guard that point.
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1861-04-27
LOYALTY OF'KENTUCKY.

LOUISVILLE, Friday, April 90, 1861.
The municipal authorities have returned from yes
terdays conference with the stzens of Madison and
Cincinnati, expressing confidence that amicable rela
tions will be preserved between the three cities during
the statue of affairs.
The troops which left for the Southern Confedersey
yesterday went unaned and against the advice Of the
Governor.
The report tha. arms belonging TO this Common
wealth went forward for their use is denied by the
highest official authority.
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1861-04-27
WHAT ILLINOIS HAS DONE.

The quota of elk regiments called for fromtbs Stats
wasfu Last Saturday night, and enough additional
companies offered TO make six regiments more. Alto
gether, up Monday night, hundred and twenty
FIVE companies were offered to the Governor. OF these,
sixty were accepted, twenty-five were accepted con-
ditionally and the remainder ordered hold them
selves in readiness. The work of recruiting sill goes
on and we doubt not that before the week ended in
the neigbborhood of twenty thousand men viii have
volunteered ,heir services &c the Government.
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1861-04-27

Regiment out for immediate service and the Governor
will comply with the request.
Judge Ransom Balloon Of the Supreme Court Is rsis.
ing company Of volunteers. each to be six feet hsh
and not ess than one hundred and fifty pounds weight
They intend offering their services to the President fs
such duty as be may designate.
Bnghamton appropri4tes $4,000 to support The fam
lies OF yolunteers
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1861-04-27
THE NETWORK REGIMENTS.

ALBANY, Friday, April 20, I8bI.
Seven additional companies have been enrolled since
p. IN. The term Of service required Of volunteer
militia ID two years. unless sooner discharged. Fol-
lowing Is the pay of volunteers: sergeant-malor,
quarter-master sergeant, principal musician- eniei
bugler, s2l per month; first sergeant of company 80
oorporas, $l3 buglers and musicians, si2i Pri'
Yates, Oil.
The Mayor and Common Council and citizens OF
Buffalo have solicited the Governor 10 order TIE 6Ssh
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1861-04-27
FROM WASHINGTON,

A messenger arrived at Gen. WOoIs Headquarters
last evening from Washington. His dispatches are
understood 10 be Of highly interesting character-the
purport Of which has, of course not transpired His
sdyices, however are not late n those obtained
through other sources-he having left Washington ON
"Wednesday,
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1861-04-27
STAMPEDE OF SLAVES FROM MARYLAND.

HARRISBURG, Friday, April &C. 1861.
It ia reported that an attack was made by Mary
landers Oh Hanover Village, York County, Tuesday
last, oocasoued by great stampede Of negroes.
Trustworthy accounts say that whole families are
crossing into Adams, York and Franklin Countie, in
this State. report places The total loss Of slaves by
Mary land snce the troubles began al 800 Great feais
are entertained IN the border counties of Mary land Of
the departure of the entire slave population.
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1861-04-27
EXPECTED ATTACK ON CAIRO, ILL.

CAiRo, H., Friday, April &c, 1861.
Passengers from the South report that troops are
being raised at Memphis Rando ph, and other South
cru points Their plan is to proceed by railroad TO
Columbus, Ky, and from there march to Cairo attack
ing il from the opposite side of the river.
The steamer j. ID. Perry, from St. Louis to Memphis,
was brought to last night, bat no contraband goods
were found on her. and she was allowed to proceed.
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1861-04-27
CoNTRABAND GOODS ABANDONED.

CAIRO, H., Friday, April 20, I86I.
The steamer G. Z. Hman from 81. Louis to Nash
vile, WAC abandoned by its officer, and crew while
opposite this place to-day The deserted steame was
boarded by Capt Scott Of the steamer Swallow, who
found on board 900 kegs of powder and large guam
ty Of other contrabaEd goods 1t is supposed that the
captain and crew Of TIE Hmau deserted her for fear
Of consequences if caught BY toe troops at this point
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1861-04-27

Montgomery under convoy of the brig Perry, bringing
three regiments arrived al Annapolis during last night
The Goth Regiment was oisembarkiug.
1t reported that the road is clear TO Washington,
and Gen. Keim bad gone on.
1t is supposed that the Constitution would sail for
New-York to-day having the Midshipmen from the
Naval School on board Of her.
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1861-04-27
OSWEGO VOLUNTEERS.

OswEoo, Friday April 70, Io5I.
Capt. 0Bnen's company started for Elmira this
morning. They the first from here, and are steady
working men. Thousands assembled 70 see them of.
Three ether companies ready to leave.
At small gathering Of citizens this afternoon, $500
was subscribed the spot to equip and furnish side
arms for officers.
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1861-04-27
OHIO.

SruL TINY CoAE.-Ihree COmpanlcs VIII be N
from Rayenna tomorrow, from ailisnce, from
youngstown, and iron other places too numerous -
mention. ThsTs viii bs five thousand citizen soldiers
In Camp Taylsr, Cleveland before the close Of The
week. The South viii find the North down upon
them in overwhelming numbers before the next tsA
days II is God thai rignsi let the earth rejcioa.
cleveland Ptslndsxlex 3u<h.
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1861-04-27
A VIGILANCE COMMITTEE WATCHING
SENATOR MASON.

PHILADELPHIA, Friday, April 26, 1851.
Senator Mason is in the city, lie says be came here
to settle the estate Of some of his relatives. secret
Vigilance Committee is watching him closely. The
populace are not aware Of his presence they would
undoubtedly mob him.
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1861-04-27
MOVEMENTS IN SYRACUSE.

SYRACUSE Friday, April 70, IDOL
large meeting of the ladies of this city held 10
night to organize for providing supplies for the voun-
tees. Mrs. Z. W. Leavenworth was msdo President
Mrs. II. w. Chittenden yicePresident, and Mrs j. B.
Bonnet Treasurer.
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1861-04-27
NORTHERNERS FORCED INTO THE REBEL.
SERVICE.
REBEL

A gentleman direct from Wilmington, N. c., and
who resided there for long time, informs that mar
tial law has been proclaimed in that city, aud thai
Northern men are being forced to serve ia the Rebel
army. Our informant and his wife escaped by stealth
leaving behind them everything except the clothing
III which they stood.
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1861-04-27
NEW.JERSEY TROOPS.

TRESToS, Friday, April 26, 1861.
A portion Of the Hudson Brigade arrived here to-
day, and were quartered in tents near the State
Arsenal The troops are now being furnished with
clohng and is thought portion will be sent of
Monday.
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1861-04-27
CORRECTION.

Special Dispatch TO Tie ~ Y. Tribune.
WrLMISGroS, Dell Friday, April %, 1861.
A son of Senator Bayard has not taken an oath to
support President Lincoln. harrington has not 5000
SocessioniSs, ten men, as stated in THE TRIBUNE
Of to-day. An