Weekly Trinity journal., 1861-11-02
Summary of Eastern News TO October e4tI,.

BALTIMORE, Oct. 10.
The Venerable Thomas Wildey, the founder of
Odd Fellowship in the United States, died to-
day. ..
.... WASHINGTON, Oct 20.
1t is stated that Johnston and Boureguard
intend TO make no stand this side of Centerville,
on the height of which, however, if followed,
thew will oppose our forces for while, but when
forced, would retreat to their old position at
Bull Run.
. JEFFERSON CITY, Oct. 81.
Gen. Stone crossed the Potomac this morning
at Edwards Ferry, with portion of his COM
mand, the remainder crossing at Harrison Island.
Skrmishing began with the enemy in uncertain
numbers, and part of Gen. Stones command at
o'clock, a. m, and continued with much effect
until 8, in the afternoon, when large reinforce
ments of the enemy appeared on our right, which
was in command of Col. Baker. The Federal
force amounted to about 1900 men, and were
attacked by a force supposed to be 6O0O. At
this iuncture Col. Baker fell at the head of his
regiment while galantly leading his men on.
Shortly before he fell, he dispatched Maj. Young
to Gen. Stone, to apprse him of the state of
affairs. Gen. Stone Immediately proceeded in
person towards the right to take command, but
in the confusion occasioned by Bakers fall, the
right wing sustained repulse with considerable
loss. Gen. Stone says the right wing retreated
in good order
The remains of Col. Baker were removed to
the Maryland side, and will be brought to this
city on Wednesday,
FREDERIcKsvILI.E, No. Oct. %.
In conjunction with Cotton's command, from
Cape Giradeau we have routed the rebels under
Thompson and Love- estimated at 500. Our loss
is small, confined principally to the 3rd Indiana
Regiment. We had four guns. Lowe was killed
in charge on a battery.
PHILADELPHIA, Oct. %.
The death of Baker has occasioned intense ex-
citement here. Flags are draped in mourning,
and at half mast. The greatest interest is felt
in the details of the fight Much anxiety is man
ifested for the California Regiment, which was
principally composed of Thadelphians
1t is said that one hundred Mississippi rifles
we're leveIed at Baker when be fell.
LEXINGTON, KY, OCT. %.
A courier arrived at camp, early to-day, and
reports fighting on the 2lst. between Zollicofer
and Col Girard. The latter was intercepted
at Camp Wildcat, with 100 men. Zolicofer
had about 6000 He made three different attacks
during the day, upon our camp, being repulsed
every time, with considerable loss Just as the
messenger left, the Nth Ohio, and force of ar
tilery arrived to reinforce Girard
WASHINGTON, Ocr. %.
The Stars account, says that both wings were
attacked, but they were repused At 2. NJ.
the right wing found itself confronted by nearly
1000 of the enemy under Gen. Evans, with ar
tllery. Col. Baker then essayed the charge in
which he was killed. The officers in command
Immediately ordered the men to fall back to the
river, where they could be conveniently support
ed Gen. Stones command and portion of the
army that had effected crossing. The men
retired in order, carrying away all the dead and |
wounded On reaching the position selected the
right wing turned, though under the enemy's fire
which slackened up, and at midnight ceased.
During the night the balance of Stones COM
mand crossed the river, aud threw up temporary
works, which rendered that position secure, and
enabled him to protect the crossing of Banks
division to their aid The movement was to
enable the command with Banks division, to be
safely transferred to Virginia.
Evans attacked Col. Baker in front, and on
both aanks. Col. Cogswell was suddenly taken
prisoner.
Our information so far this morning is that
Banks army arrived at the Maryland landing of
Edwards Ferry last night, and have been cross
ing the river since daylight.
The President was greatly affected at the
news of Bakers death.
Gen. Mcclellan left for Banks headquarters
in the field this morning. The fight was a des-
perate one, and many we're killed on both sides,
although the enemy was much the strongest in
numbers. But for Bakers fall our troops would
have been successful. as they were driving the
enemy at every point.
Banks was supporting Stones movements. IT
is subject of great regret that Col. Baker
should have engaged the enemy, when according
to reports he ordered to make reconnaissance
and with strict instructions if attacked, to fall
back and not fight Col. Baker made his will
last Saturday. and deposited it with Col. Webb.
When he left for the field he said to the latter
81 shall participate in a battle in 48 hours. If
fall | request you to take charge of my body"
An effort is being made to supercede Gen.
This change would create a new revolution in
military and civil circles, where the greatest
confidence is shown in Mcclellan.
WAsuINGToN OCT. 20
The success of Stones and Banks movements
is now established, as the enemy did not venture
to make further resistance.
Prices army, when last heard from was at
Greenfield, No., and still retreatng South.
PHILADELPHIA, Oct, o.
Information received says our loss in killed
and wounded at Edwards Ferry, was l75.
dispatch from McClelan's head quarters
was received at the Washington office at p. M,
to-day, stating that Leesburg would be taken in
one hour. There has been sharp fighting in that
direction all day.
1t is also reported that Stone and Banks had
crossed the Potomac with 40 900 men, and were
advancing on Leesburg.
Information is received from the highest Gov
ernment authority, that the published statement
in the N. Y papers of the 22d to the effect that
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