, 1861-05-30
VERY LATEST EAsTERN NEWS.
ST. LouIs, May 9th

Of. LOUIS may Stn'
The cause Of an affair at Camp jackson to-day
is thus stated:
Last fall, six pieces Of artillery were borrowed
by Gen. Frost from the U. S. Arsenal They
were not returned, when Capt Lyon sent Gen.
replied that he would not, and il Lyon wanted
them he could come and take them.
This morning, Capt Lyon called out four regi-
ments Of U. $. troops, and marched to within
few yards Of Frost's camp, and told him he would
give him thirty minutes to deliver up the guns.
At the expiration Of thirty minutes-Gcn. Frost
not complying with Capt Lyons request-the
latter marched his forces into Frost's camp, and
compelled him and all his forces Q5O0 men) to
surrender their arms and munitions Of war, which
were turned over to the Federal troops. The
report is that Gen. Frost and his command are
still held as prisoners Of war, although many are
allowed out on parole.
The city was in a fever Of excitement for few
hours, but It is getting more quiet.
The War Department has learned that 60, 900
men are within two days march Of Richmond
Orders have been given by Gen. Scott for the
speedy transfer Of forces to Washington.
The Surveyor Of Customs has been instructed
to prevent the shipment Of arms, munitions Of
war and provisions to the seeded States includ-
and to intercept such shipments going or passing
through Louisville.
ST. LOUIS, May 18th.
The Government has determined to put down
rebellion. All the important points are being
strengthened BY troops.
Battles are hourly expected at Harper's Ferry,
Richmond, and several other places.
The most important affair last week was the
capture Of Camp jackson, Of St Louis, by the
U. S. troops. There was q fight between the
troops and the mob, which resulted in the kill
ing Of several troops and citizens Great ex-
ctement prevailed in consequence. Eight per.
sons in all were killed, ard twelve wounded
Saturday was most exciting day in St. Louis
Mobs paraded the streets, threatening death and
destruction to the Germans. Saturday after.
noon q corps Of U. s. troops marched up Wal
nut street towards their armory, when they
were attacked by mob and three Of their mum.
Der were killed. The soldiers wheeled and re-
turned the fire, killing three and wOunding sew.
eral. After half an hours severe fighting the
mob vas dispersed. Crowds paradcd the streets
on Saturday night, with the avowed purpose Of
destroying the lives Of the Germans
is reported that six Germans were killed on
Franklin Avenue.
Gen. Harney arrived at st. Louis on Saturday
and assumed command Of the Military Depart.
ment West He Immediately issued proclaim
alton, calling upon citizens to preserve the peace,
and threatend tn declare martial law IL the mu-
nicipal authorities were not sufficient
Gen. Frost and command, who were taken
prisoners, have been released on parole, by tax.
ing an oath not to fght against the Government
The Missouri Legislature passed several bills
on Saturday, the nature Of which b not known.
Il is thought q secession ordnance was passed.
The Governor and Legislature ARE greatly
excited for fear the U. s troops would march
upon Jefferson city.
The bridges were burned on the Usage FLYER,
to PsSSSAt che PuSsugv Uf uUOps.
The city Of St. Louis Is comparatively quiet
to-day.
It Is reported that the Government Of the Con-
federate States have asked for an alnistice Of
sixty days.