Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1861-11-12
WHEELING, va. TUESDAY MORNING,


shnrpshoOters, across New River, but es-
capped unhhrmed.
Last night we sleptin our tents as usual,
but no lights were allowed in camp Last
night the Tenth Regiment crossed .he ferry
and passed down the river. Wagons load
ed with provisions and supplies were cross
ing all might under cover Of the darkness.
This morning Ihave not seen the ferry at
tempt TO cross. At this moment hear the
roar of cannon some distance down the
river At intervals for the past three days
the rebels have fred soIleys of mnsketry
at us from across the river, and we have
invariably returned the compliment; owing
to the great distance, their shots have been
without effect, and for the same reason
ours have likely done but little damage.
All sorts of rumors are flying about the
camp, and one hardly knows what to be-
lieve. 1t is said that the Seeesh number
5000 across the river er; Gen, Floyd,
aud that General Lee Is advancing from
Meadow Bluffs with a reinforcement of
1000. Only the 18th Ohio and lst Ken
tucky regiments are at Camp Gauley, the
balance OF our troops are at Camp Tomp-
kins and between here and Charleston
Why the rebels have been allowed to
gain this important advantage over US, ism
question that can only be answered by Gen.
Rosecrans and those in his confidence.
hear many complaints in regard to the
conduct of the campaign in this portion of
Western Virginia, but forbear comment
at present, merely contenting myself with
relating events as they occur. The soldier
has no means of ascertaining the motives
or reasons which influence the judgment
or conduct OF his General, and should be
very modest in his criticisms. He is only
the machine to execute, and is not responsi-
BILE for the plans or results.
On the LIST inst, amid the constant roar
of artillery, we, the llth, were paid Off
The boys forgot the danger around them
in their exultation of once more handling
little money. We received some specie,
but most of our money was in Treasury
notes, which are very convenient for those
who have families and wish to send money
home.
Our Colonel, Devflliers, who was taken
prisoner at the time of the Scarey fight,
and subsequently made his escape from
Richmond, Joined his regiment at this
place on last Tuesday. The boys were
drawn upin line and received him with
enthusiasm. He shook hands with them
all, and made short speech, promising
to relate his adventures when he had
he and DeVillier5 both received three
hearty cheers from the regiment,
The boys-differ very muchin their opin-
ion of DeYilliers. Some were highly ella
ted at his return, and some of them regret
ted 1t, having become very much attached
to Colonel Frizell.
Col. DeVillers is very strict in his dtsct-
pline, and is undoubtedly an excellent OIL
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prisoner, and cherishes an intense hatred
toward the Rebels. He is anxious for an
opportunity to revenge the insults he has
been subject to. He Is chatting like a Gagged
lion because he cannot get across theriver
to attack the insolent foe. The story of
his captivity and escape must be interest
ing, and when have it may give it to
you for publication.
Gen. Cox is rapidly growing in favor,
and many who month ago were bitter
against him are now the loudest in his
praise.
Since have been writing, Col. Frizell
has returned from leave of absence. He
was warmly welcomed by the boys. We
now have fine set of officers. Maj. Cole
man and Adjutant Horton are both gentle
men, good officers, and popular with the
boys.
1t is Iumored that the enemy are prepn-
ring to send few more balls into our
camp, aud must conclude. On the first
day one of these mfssives grazed Captain
Higgins tent, and buried itself in the
ground two feet from our own.
1t was amusing to SEQ some of the ofi
GERS aud men running after the balls and
shells, to secure them as trophies to send
home. Lieut.. Chapman, of Company G.
caught one ut the bridge, before it had
stopped rolling, and will send to his wife
the first opportunity. I'll have chance
l will send the Times Office something be-
fore long.
1t is now raining, and the firing is be-
coming more brisk, and what interests me
still more at this particular time, dinner is
announced. There has been much powder
burned, and great noise made, but
have heard of no one being killed. will
write again soon. PHooION.
P. S. The officer of the day (Lieut. Sic
ney) has just informed me that TWO of our
men were killed a few minutes ago, by
shots fred across the river.