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The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-06-02
REPORTS FROM ST. LOUIS.

oT NUCE, Jun5 I, IoJI'
Two regiments Of Iowa volunteers are now quartered
in keokuk, and third is expected daily.
The legislature Of iowa has voted appropriation OF
$500 600 for war purposes.
The New Orleans Ptcasune, Of the eth nit, announces
the arrival at that port OF the prvateer Calhoun having
in tow the schooner john Adams, Of Boston; the brig
Panama and The schooner Mermaid, of Princeton Mass
all whalers, having 100 barrels of oil aboard.
Montgomery despatch, dated the 2a.h ut f, to the
Mobile Ad.i,e" Gays that order has been issuet to
the clerks OF the departments TO DO ready to leave for
Richmond on Wednesday, or thursday
Colonel AcArthlrs regiment, Of Illinois, has not ye:
moved southwark but is under orders 10 march at a
moments motive.
General Donipbsn hiss declined tne Btigader General
ship rendered him b. Governor Jackson.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-06-02
MISSOURI WAR NEWS

The First regiment Colonel Blair's, was on May %,
into the service Of the United States for the period
Of three years. unless sooner discharged. With few
exceptions the men took the oath with aacrty and
thusiasm.
The Second regiment Colonel Boernsten have left the
camp at the Reservoir and have taken up quarters
Jefferson Barracks.
The Third regiment, Colonel Sigel have also struck
their tents, and located themselves at the Arsenal.
The ST. Louis Democrat says:-The appearance Of the
troops were rendered additionally interesting by the
usual accompaniment q large wagons heavily laden with
camp equpsge and by rural and floral adornmens fresh
leaves and lowers Of every hae with which the light
hearted soldiers had avishy decked their PERSONS mus
kets, rides, cannon and wagons.
At the encampments these battalions have enjoyed
much finer opportunity for disciplinary drill, and have
evidently well improved II. They in fine corporeal
condition and their movements marked by the ste
dness and order Of veteran troops.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-06-02
THE wHrYwORrH RIFLED CANNON.

One Of the Whitworth rled OF the battery pre-
sented to the United States government by patriotic
Americans abroad will be exhibited by request in front
Of the City Hail. on Monday, June 3, from 10 A NJ, until
4 Pm.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-06-02
REPORTS FROM CHAMBERsspRc.

GnAM0sRsBUae, Pa, jane I, 1851.
horrible facas occurred In he Negro quarter Of the
town this evening Fans JONES' the Negro proprietor Of
barber-shop, sho. and wounded two soldiers. Jones'
ther fed but was pursued by the companions OF the
soldiers and instantly killed. The two soldiers arc
seriously II rot fatally wounded.
The Sixth Twenty first and twenty third regiments are
encapped at Camp Mcclure, adjoining the town
The Second, Third ami Twenty fourth regiments aud
the Scott Legion, are at Camp Miles, four mas South Of
here.
Three hundred and fifty regular dragons under COL
Thomas, and the Phadsphia city troop ninety horses
are sncansped in the woods adjoining Camp Mc-lare
The regulars Of Col Thomas are considered the crack
regiment in the service.
large number OF arEV wagons and horses reached
here last night General Paersoo and sts expected
to morrow
Several additional reshmanss are also expected by
Monday.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-06-02
RECEPTION OF THE FIRST REGIMENT OF
MAINE.

rhia fine regiment win arrive here this morning from
FAN River by steamer Natives Of Maine residing Ia the
city met at the Aston House Saturday at five O'Clock p
H., and appointed the following committee Of arrange
ments for the reception Of the Maine troopsDe1ter
Hawkins, W. P, Walker, George W. Kendall, U. L. Itch
cock, Capt Patton and Capt Snow for MarshallB D. f.
NUGGET, Exq.
An elegant silk regimenal Cog Is to be presented from
the steps Of the Aston House and aso regulation camp
flag twelve by eighteen feet contributed Capt CpeD
OF south street, but formerly Of Portland Ne.
Natives Of Maine residing 10 Ne York invited TO
assemble at the Aston House this morning. at nine
id to pier three North River escort the regiment
from no boat to tho Astor House, where the Tag will be
presented.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-06-02
REPORTS FROM HARRISBURG.

HARIsSUAd, Pa June ], 16ed.
scout who LEFT Hsrpsr's Ferry Lat night reports,
after stay OF two days. the average dsseons per day
e. twenty i've The Of the surrounding eous.
try afforded peculiar facilities for desertion-
Quantities Of provisions taken 10 Earper's Ferry
from the Maryland side, which ought TO be stopped by
the government Immediately.
Army officers believe that the virginia forces at
Harpers Ferry retreat they viii be surrounded within
week.
General Patterson passes upon special train tcmes-
row for Cbambersburg He Will have charge Of an expo
dtion Three regular officers serving his stat.
The number Of the forces on tho Maryland hsixh.s,
overlooking Harper's Ferry, s less than thousand.
These have four guns in q battery
The clothing of tho Virginia soldiers is giving out 60
that they obliged blankets during the hottest
part Of the day to conceal their deficiency The Ken
tucky and Southern Confederate State troops are veil
Clad Tie troops speak depressDgly OF tbs state Of AZ
fairs, bat declare they win Bght hard
No troops have yet been moved from CAan5ersburg
southwark.
Two regiments will towards Chaxnberssurg from
lancaster to-day. Ten regiments are already there.
These, added TO 500 cavalry make 5000 in round
numbers at that point
The appointment Of Hon. VIM. NJ Meredith as A.toY.
ney General of the State gives great satisfaction.
Three regiments pass through here to rot.s
TO ChsmoerebuIg-one from Philadelphia and two from
Lancaster. Captain Campbelps artillery here,
with their guns in fine condition
Three thousand men are lying in Camp Cartn and will
be organized into regiments this week.
Advces from Cham tersbusg, received here this even
ing say that the Philadelphia regiments high spir
its, and eager for advance No movement South
ward will be made from ChambersbuTg bel ore Wednes
day.
There Is positive certainly that the rebels Of VIZ.
ginia have full knowledge Of all the movements Of tho
Penns troOps.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-06-02
RECEPTION OF THE FOURTEENTH REGl
MENT

We call the attention Of the former residents or Oneida
county, living in this city to advertisement in
other column in relation 10 the reception OF tho Four
tesnth regiment, on their arrival In this city
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-06-02
HH1.RPER's FERRY.

we learn That 40 late az Friday morning last, there
were ten thousand troops at Harpers Ferry and Rock
Point included. At the latter place there was fifteen
hundred men. They have twenty-six cannon al the
Ferry Our informant states thai Harper's Ferry can
easily be taken by equal number federal disciplined
rops as the orcos now there raw recruits Gene
raj Johnston the commander there, thinks that the
South win easiiy conquer.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-06-02
MISCELLANEOUS.

INENERS, FEVER AND AGUE,
BILIOUS AFFECTIONS, COLDS, RHRuMATrsNs,
CCsmvENESS CONSUMPTION,
AFFECTIONS OF THE SPLEEN,
OF the Liver of the Heart Tun and I'll diseases which do
sroy lite always exhibited upon dissection OF tue body
a hard concrete pos either 10 some OF the
organs ni med or the blood vessels sometimes even rau
Now these little hard substances would form
BRANDRETIIS PILLS
Were pred They would ne purgec Of TIE system
wears life would be the sufferer instead
early grave Al~ays purge, but bleed sickness
D. Carpenter, Esq OF Gouverneur, 81. Lawrence
y Y pkty four years OF says he has Used Bran
dreth Pills for hir yfour years. administered them drs
bis acbman who had fever and ague gsve eight the day
the chill chill and fever severe gave eight
the next day and other day until this chill and fever
did net return, which in about eight days from tbs first
attack He then four every other day another Week.
when The entirely restored his usual sooi health
BE himself attacked took them in the ssDe way and
cured in less time has used Tor thirty
four years. found them always every reliable Tor him
self ana family ~hen sck has recommended them 70 e u
ssnds, with the best results and fess coIdent at every
family oud have larger or health mss ia
usd in the place OF calomel and other hlr endhs
PHANDRE,HiS PILLS
And No, Union eqnara
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under the authority Of the Governor The result Of the
inquiry appeared TO be satisfactory and the soldiers
malched back TO their camp.
ARRIVAL OF UNITED STATES TROOPS FROM
THE INDIAN NATION AT FORT LEAv-
HAZARDOUS JOURNEY OF LIEUTENANT AvKRELL-
pEPLORABLE STATE OF AFFAIRS IN TEXAS.
WASHINGTON, June /. 1861.
Lieutenant Avere Of the United States Rifles has Just
returned from the Indian Nation and reports the safe az
rival Of Colonel Emory at Fort Leavenwor with all the
troops west Of the Arkansas river The command con-
siss Of six companies Of the First cavalry and i've
companies Of the First infantry They brought oat With
them all Of their arms animals, wagons, and much
government property their Of transportation
would allow. The command Is in fine condition, and
thoroughly loyal.
required some very active % on the part
OF the troops to escape from the forces whih Arkansas
and Texas were throwing about them. Major Sturgis
who commanded at Fort smith completely surround
cd by the rebel forces from Arkansas but foied them By
evacuatng the place and making forced march In the
night When Lieutenant Averel arrived at that place.
his way to Colonel Emory he found the town and fort
filed with rebels preparing to pursue the United States
troops. He found the town environed with
pstrols and guards, and the Communications
over the river Poteau destroyed After moving about
ana among tnem TOT an hOur gettDg possesson Of their
plans &c, he procured horse, evaded their guards
swan the Poteau which bankfuu from recent rains,
and rode about two hundred and forty miles in four days
and half, before overtaking the United Safes forces
He pursued by various partes of dssperadoe headed
of, and obliged to ride for two days through bowling
wilderness without food The enemy had him In their
hands twice. but he escaped Assuming various charas-
ters, ne managed to deceive them at every turn.
He says that the Texans just beginning that
the strong Of the federal government ia withdrawn
The Comanche Indians down upon them, and all the
desperate and rowing characters upon the frontier ara
committing awless depredations. The patronage of the
army, which amounted TO a5olt two millions alnually.
together with the Indian and Post Office fund.- COURSE
are all Withdrawn.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-06-02
OUR ST. LOUIS CORRESPONDENCE.

sr. LOUIS, Mo-, May %, 1881.
R0eniy Thousand Armed Union Men in xissoasrt-De-
parture Of Regimsss for Birds Poixt-Neao: from,
the Far Subtitle Sentiment IN 7eras-TNe De
tenders Of Memphis DC Fears of Ntgro Iaswre;-
ton in Tie rohey of Ae Al,sslpi-Siure Of Ansns,s
milton, &c dc.
The drill at the various rooms of the Home Guard and
at the Arsenal goes on with unremtpg vgor. The for
nation of regimen: Of American Zouaves, to consist en-
trely OF Americans, commenced yes erday nning
and, am told that to-day the roll is nearly full. In
day or two recruiting officers will leave the city and visit
the villages on the lne Of the Pacific Railroad where 1t
70 thought, one, and perhaps two regiments can
be easily raised. Orders being sent for
the organization Of Home Guards in various
parts OF the State in addition to those already authorized
1t will not be long before Missouri will have twenty
thousand men enrolled on the side Of the Union.
The departure Of the Fourth regiment for Birds Point
last evening was witnessed by large wd Of spects
tors. The troops were marched board the steamer
City Of louisiana and slowly started down the stream
while tho bands played various popular airs and tho
crowd on shore pined in singing the "sr Spanged Ban
neF." The utmost enthusiasm manifested by all
Two companies additional were taken on board atJefer
son Barracks.
A gentleman arrived here this morning from Texas,
Louisiana, Mississippi, Arkansas and Tennessee. He
says the feeling In the portion OF Texas that he visited
was more for herself than the remainder of the
Southern States that che is anxious to her
own independence and become what che was sixteen
years ago, than 10 take part in fer the benefit of
the cotonecracy She will fight for the State rights Of
Texas to the last but will not be prominent the
balance Of the conflict Ben McCullosh was At Memphis
four ago, and will take part in the defence OF that
city in case should be attacked Tho force in Texas
very extensive but there large bodies Of troops
within twelve hours ride by railroad. Those the city
not well drilled. There are but few in Mem.
phis and but three or four at Columbus. Powoer
f1tn
sent TO the soldiers at the various points Of rendezvous
informant states that toere great fears of negro
cton all through the region which he traversed
particularly at Shreveport and places in that vicinity
The souherners we're hanging and driving out all in
the least suspected Of Northern feelipgssome Of them
residents Of twenty years and upwards
Two hundred kegs Of butter were lately shipped
down the river from this point TO Memphis, which
found to contain ball cartridges instead OF pure Goshen
They did not reach their destination
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-06-02
THE NEW YORK STATE MILITARY DEPART
MENT.

OUR TROOPS IN WASHINGTON.
The following circular ette. has been addressed to
the CoOnels Of the several regiments Of m: from tns
State now in Washington, by Judge Advocate 6eueral
william H. Anthon II Will be seen that such precau
lions prudence dictates taken by our authorities
although, the troops have been lstered into the
service Of the general government there other Oh
legation upon State authorities than such i'm
posed by regard for the health and comfort of ci
items who have promptly responded TO the cal Of the
country.
EBBrrr House, WASHINGTON, May a, 1861.
Colonel -, commanding - regiment, New York
State Militia
COLONEL have been directed by his Excelency Go
Morgan to inquire and report 70 him whether any
and If any, what articles needed by the regiment
under your command which the United States govern
ment refuses to supply to the end that such articles may
il possible, be furnished by the State OF New York.
requested by the Surgeon General Of the State OF
New York 10 Inquire
First Whether the Medical Department Of your regi
ment is efficiently organized?
Second-The facility you may have for obtaining sup
plies and whether any aid can be rendered by his depart
ment to make the condition Of your regiment more
comfortableY
An carly reply will oblige, yours, respectfully
WIN. a. ANraON,
Judge Advocate General State OF New York.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-06-02
REPORTS FROM BALTIMORE.

BAIIMoRe, June !, 1861.
There is much anxiety here 70 learn the details Of the
conflict on the Virginia shore.
Many reports circulating Of hostties in the neigh
borhood Of Harpers Ferry Williamspor but there
nothing reliable.
Tonight a detachment Of the regiment Of Colonel
Lewis paid visit to the Police Marshals ocs to inquire
about certain guns which delivered to day by the
Marshal into the hands Of the agent of the State acting
under the authority Of the Governor The result Of the
inquiry appeared TO be satisfactory and the soldiers 5000
marched back TO their camp.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-06-02

meeting Of the Board Of Officers of the Fifty fifth
regiment held last night at the Armory, Laayett
Hall, at which resou ion was adopted requesting til
Comandan OF the regiment, Colonel lie Gal, 10 resign
his position.
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AIe sold ~ 30 Caral Erect,
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1861-05-30

We COPY the following from the Charleston Courier
of the 9th inst The idea good one, and we hope
it will be literally responded to.
Donations will be received at the Journal Office and
list kept of the names of all persons who may contribute
to the fund.
The FIRST MARTYR.-An honor and honorable remem-
brance should be and will be paid to the name of the gallant
JACKSON of Alexandria, who gave his life defence of the
Confederate flag Friends who have resided Washington
and who visited Alexandria, have told that he was noble
frank generous and gallant and these who knew him best
are the least surprised at his BE has given
great omen and good example Brave Virginans and
ell true of the South will cling to their true and honored
flag with more zeal and devotion and compelled fall
beneath it, viii sell their lives deary-strking especially
at the leaders and officers of the nsoent and invading
ngs and runs who seek to disgrace that chosen standard
of . redeemed people.
We respectfully propose, without interfering with any
official demonstrations, that donation of small amount
CT cents or even one cen-be given by every volunteer
who has entered or enter the Confederate Service
wards testimonial and fund for the surviving family
JAGKsoN the first mafr What say brave volunteers
and exchanges2
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1861-05-30
PrOclamallOn.

To the People of The Confederate States:
When people who recognize their dependence upon
God feel themselves surrounded by peril and difficulty, it
becomes them to humble themselves under the dspensaton
of Divine Providence, to recognize His righteous govern
ment to acknowledge His goodness in times past
plicate His mercifu protection for the future.
The manifest proofs of the Divine Blessings hitherto ex-
tended to the efforts of the people of the Confederate
of America to maintain and perpetuate public liberty ndi-
vdual rights and national independence demand their
and heartul gratitude II becomes them give pub
lie manifestation of this gratitude and of their dependence
upon the Judge of all the Earth and to invoke the conn-
of His favor knowing that but just and right
gain the Divine favor we would mpore the
Lord of Hosts to guide and direct policy the paths
right duty justice and mercy, to unite hearts
efforts tor the defence of dearest rights strengthen
weakness crown with success, and enable
US to speedy just and honorable peace.
To these ends, and in conformity with the request of Con
gress invite the people of the Confederate States to the
observance of day of fasting and prayer by such
services may be suitable for the OCCASION and recon-
mend Thursday the 18th day of June next for that pur-
pose and that may all that day. with one accord
join in humble and reverentia approach Him in whose
hands are. invoking Him to inspire with proper
spirit and temper of heart and mind to bear evils
bless with His favor and protection and to bestow His
gracious benedicton upon Government country.
(Signed) JEFFERSON DAVIS.
By the President:
R. TooGBS, Secretary Of State
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1861-05-30

A British Fleet In the Gulf-John Bull Wide Awake
The arrival of the Karnak from Havana, via Key
west. at New York on Friday, brings intelligence OF
great importance. The British feet which Lord John
Rnsse announced in the House of Commons the otner
dav as having been despatched to the Cult OF mexico
to look after British interests is reported on cape or
ida The North American and West India Squadron
of the British Government is under the command OF
Rear Admiral Sir Alexander Milne, X. @. b., whose
flagship is the Nile, 80 gun screWsteamshp lie mas
under his orders force of IA ships and 2l2 guns, all
of which are available. A lieutenant from one OF the
vessels had put off to one of the REEFS to inquire II the
Styx had been at Key West, from which 1t Is lnerred
that that vessel is in the neighborhood
The Canadian says active preparations were making
in England to reinforce the feet already here, and II is
probable that shall have thirty or forty war vessels
the equal of which the world cannot furnish, IN very
short time.
We do not see in the naval intelligence columns OF
the London Tmes any announcement of the departure
of the British cruisers for the Gulf of Mexcothough
we have some indication of what is in the wind IN the
ON''N From the Times, 4th.
The Mersey 49, screw, Captain FL. Caldwell, y. B.,
at Portsmouth, is ordered to fill up stores and provi-
sions Immediately for foreign service.
The Icarus IL, screw Commander N Salmon, v.
9 steamed out Of Portsmouth harbor yesterday 10
Spithead where she will take in powder and shell before
leaving for foreign service.
The Challenger % and 400 horse power screw steam
corvette taken out of Sheerness harbor yesterday
and proceeded to the Maplln Sands. Mean speed at
tanned, lOA knots per hour; revolutions of engines,
IS draught of water forward, 1872 aft, Is A. The
Challenger is ordered for immediate commission, for
foreign service.
MORE FEDERAL IMPoslTIoN.-Ihs morning Gov
eminent soldier from the New York Fifth Regiment
appeared at the Marshas Office, seeking aid to reach his
home He says that body of nineteen of them yester
day started from Washington, where the egiment is
stationed having refused to take the oath, owing to the
imposition practsed upon them He states that they
were induced to leave their homes by the that
service there and that their families would be provided
for in their ABSENCE but that their wives and children
had been left to arve ard that when they reached the
Capital they informed they were to be sworn in
for three years great number objected, but all ex-
cept these nineteen submitted under threats and persu
aston These represent that they have been very badly
treated and that great dissatisfaction exists among the
troops in Washington, from their having been subjected
to systematic of deception and bad treatment
Baltimore South
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1861-05-30

F1RE-At about twenty minutes before eleven o'clock
this morning fire broke out at the Ship Yard of JAS
Cassidy Esq, in the Southern part of town. 1t
suited in the destruction of the Engine and considera-
BILE injury to the machinery connected with the smaller
railway. The wind being high the fire at one time
threatened to extend t. the residence on the hill above
owned by Mrs. Everatt and occupied by Mr.. Roberts.
At one time the single roof one-story wing was on
fire, but extinguished with trihing damage The
loss by the fire will probably be between two and three
thousand dollars 1t appears to have been accidental.
DailY Journal, 27th inst.