Litchfield enquirer., 1861-06-27
Yeirs of the Wssk.

patch direct from Boonville, Missouri, states that Gen. Lyon having seen a battery on Mon- day morning, on the river bank, while proceed ing to Beonville in . steamer, turned back and went eight miles below Boonville and landed a force of l700 men, with field pieces, leaving 100 men to guard the boats. When six miles of Boonville, he was attacked by the State troops, 5000 strong, under Col, Little, who was conceal ed in the undergrowth of wheat field.
 After sharp fight the State troops were driven back, and their camp, with equipage, provisions, horses, etc., were taken. The state troops retreatcd through Boonville in disorder. They were poorly armed and badly drilled Loss of the Federals was four killed and nine wounded. Loss of the State troops four killed and l5 or 20 wounded.
 Gen. Lyon and Col Blair were in the thiehcst of the fight. No officers hurt.
 Gov. Jackssn wss on his way to casnp wifh Capt. Kelley's company, but when the battle be- gun he immediately retreated with Kelley E com pany, embarking in Q steamer, and went up the river. --s1
 Gov. Jackson and staff left for the west on horseback. Re-enforcements are expected at Boonville in the steamer January, when it is thought Gen. Lyon will proceed westward.
 Gen. Lyon has issued proclamation, giving reasons for his conduct, and stating that he had liberated the prisoners, on condition that they would no longer bear arms against the govern ment. He did this because they were mostly young men who had been deceived by misreprc- sentations. He threatens that there must be a limit to his clemency if resistance to his author ity does not soon cease. He assures the citizens of his determination to protect them in all their rights.
 COsNEcTIcUT BOYs CArTURED.-During We'd nesday night, Sergeant Muuroe and e Corporal, both of Norwich, were taken prisoners by the rebel cavalry while on picket duty. .
 UNION VIRGINIA CoxvExrIoN-SrArg OFr1- GERS CHosEs.-On Thursday morning, a very impressive scene took place, as the members were occupied signing the declaration. The roll was called by counties; each member came for ward to the secretary's desk and signed the parchment.
 In the afternoon, F. A. Pierpont was unani- mously elected governor; Daniel Paisley, lieut. : governor; Messrs. Lam, Paxton, Van Wrinkle, Harrison, and Lasar, form the governors coun- cil. The election of attorney general was post poned.
 Gov. Pierpont was inaugursted Thursday af- karuoan ;o .JI;t:nu An xh .,s..1 tk -ons of stringent opposition to the usurpcrs at Richmond. He then delivered an address to the convention, urging vigorous prosecution of the work of redeeming the state from tho hands of the rebels.
 A message from Gov. Pierpont, recommending strong militia organization, is expected. z Thursday night, Wheeling was in blaze of excitement, with fireworks, bell-ringing, cannon firing, and everybody is rejoicing. John s. Carlisle and G. P. Van Wrinkle will probably be the new Virginia U. 8. Senators THE GOOD EFFECTS of the battle at Bonneville in which Gen. Lyon gave the Secessionists of
 Missouri such Q wholesome lesson, are rapidly developing themselves Those who have been wayering in their fidelity to the Government, are now steadfast in their faith, while those who have been only moderate Secessionists," are Secessienists no longer. The Mayor of Lexing. ton, following the lead of the Governor, has fled to parts unknown. and for his successor decided Union man has been chosen, who is sustained by the almost unanimous voice of the citizens The rebel forces having failed to make stand at Lexington, as expected, it is now thought that Gen. Lycn will proceed to the Southwest where, in eonjuntion with Col Seigeis command Iat Springfield, he will offer battle to Ben McGul l loch, or any other sebel leader who may present himself. Another captse of Secessionists witl arms and ammunition, was made at Liberty on the 18th inst.
 FRIENDLY POSITION or CHEAT BnIIAIs.-Lord Lyons, the British minister at Washington, on I Wednesday, communicated dispatches from his government to the President. conveying strong assurances of . desire to preserEe friendly reia' tions with this country, and to avoid an inisffs' renee in our domestic affairs. Lord Lyons alse stated that his government is determined net te admit into British ports any prizes taken by I .-s-