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Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1861-04-18
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Upon one thing President Lincoln may
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American Republic We have none among
who are rsade see this this glorious sSs Govern n
traitors. There is patriotism in the hearts
Of our people that overrides and overules ali
the sasgestions of psrtizanship, aud silences
every breath Of hostility 70 tbs Government
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BY measures adequate To the crisis, II der
Inapds . vigorous. comprehensive and con-
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Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1861-04-18

Fall Particulars of the Fight and
3 .aiUr ID the sfsurreu der. 3lfl $500 ,bl .
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1861-05-24

it will be seen that however large the army
may be, it is so organised as to be perfect in
all its parts, and moves with exact order
and discipline. In the field all orders and
operations are carried on through the staff
of the army, and when we come to active
service, the staff is the most important part
ofthe army; for, his being a vast machine,
Of which each part is obedient to and d.
rected by the head, it is evident that all
must depend on the skill, ability and dis.
cernment of the staff through which itacts.
1t is in vain that Scott, or any great Gene.
raj commands, if the staff officers are in
competent. ....
The staff consists of aids, the Adjutaut.
General, the Engineer, the Quartermaster,
and Commissary generals. Through the
Adjutant, orders are conveyed to each par
tioular part. BY the quartermaster gene
raj all transportations, and vehicles and
horses are furnished; by the Commissary
all supplies; by the Engineer the topogra.
ply of the country Is thoroughly examined,
the practicability of passes determined, for
tifcatious built or attacked. Then the staff
of an army becomes its eyes, and its facul.
ties, the General simply deciding the move.
ments of the army on the facts and elements
thus furnished. In the grand French arm
les there was Chief.ofthe.staf, or head Of
the active military bureau. In Napoleon's
time, the chief of the staff was Marshal
Berthier, deemed one of the ablest officers
of the French army. Napoleon knew the
value of good staff, and had abler men in
it than we're at the head of divisions.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1861-05-24

Whatever be the race of people, or their
stage of civilization, or their progress in in
telligence, peace will deprave while war
will ennoble them. Our own people con-
stitute no exception to the general truth !;
nor is there anything in the prosperity of
the country, or in the enlightenment of the
age, to modify the rule in our peculiar case.
War was necessary to elevate the American
character. The heroic principle still had
existence at the South, but it was extinct
at the North. Butler is specimen Of the
only type of hero which the North can fur
nish. Sickles is another; Lincoln still an
other. Seward the false, Seward the liar,
is the best type of statesman that the North
can boast. Paradoxical as it may seem,
none that know him will deny that John
G. Heenan has more Of the higher qualities
Of character than any Of the creatures we
have named. Heenan is man Of war in
his way. Circumstances cast his lot in the
lowest ranks of society; but, even in the
sewers, he devoted his life to fame rather
than to gain; and he is better man to-day
than Butler, or Sickles, or Lincoln, or
Seward.
The South was far from being corrupted
by the principles Of gain and selfshness.-
With Davis, Beauregard, Pickous, Wise,
Bragg, Mccullough, and thousands Of their
stamp, it would be libel to say that her
race of heroes was extinct. But war is the
nursery of heroism, and it is doubtless for
some great pro7idential purpose that her
sons have been invoked to arms. The
thoughts of her people will be turned from
self.aggrandizement and individual thrift,
to things beyond self, and higher than per-
sonal ease and enjoyment. The very fact
of men abandoning the pursuit of selfish
objects to devote their energies, and their
lives, if need be, to the cause of country,
lifts them above their old nature to higher
existence. The fact of deserving the love
and thanks of man and woman elevates the
character, ennobles the sentiments, and
gives new incentives to honorable exertion.
Richmond Dispatch.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1861-05-24
A Sum for the Cabinet.

There are now about thirty thousand SOL
diers in and around Maryland, to hold that
"loyal," Independent and sovereign State
in subjection to the Federal Government.
If any one of Mr.. Lincoln's Cabinet is good
at figures, we propose the following sum
for his consideration:
If it takes thirty thousand soldiers to
hold the little and "loyal" State Of Mary.
land in subjeotiou, how many will it take
to suppress rebellion in all the powerful
and revolted States Of Virginia, Georgia,
Tennessee, North, Carolina, South Caro-.
lima, Florida, Mississippi, Alabama, Lcuisi-
ana, Texas and Arkansas? Mr.. Liucoln's
war programme will require an army of at
least five hundred thousand men to sup
press rebellion, and then if he could sup
press it, it will takes standing army of at
least three hundred thousand men to keep
it suppressed. This immense standingarmy
would cost US four hundred millions gear
in solid cash. Then we must estimate that
one third of our soldiers will die annually
in hot and unfrieudly country, which
will make constant yearly drain Of one
hundred thousand Northern men to supply
their places. At this rate how many years
would it take to depopulate the North 2
If the Republican papers correctly Indicate
Mr.. Lincoln's plans, We advise his physi-
clan to put blisters behind his ears, to draw
off the hot and acid humors of his brain;
for be must certainly be mad-stark, raviny
mad. In fact, the whole party talk and
act like bedlamites. y. Day Book.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1861-05-24
PUBIISHED ON TUESDA AND FRIDA"
Y0RKvIIlLE s. c. FRIDAY MORNING. MAY 24 1861
uNeither President Lincoln, nor the head

"Neither President Lincoln, nor the head
of the Montgomery government, are una
ware Of the vast Importance Of the decision
respecting American affairs that may be
come to by the cabinets of Europe. The
French press is boisterous in its clamor for
the recognition of the independence Of the
Southern Confederaey. 1t vaunts our se-
cession statesmen as the noblest, best, and
most patriotic of men. It descries the
North, and, with an accuracy Of detail which
does credit to its observation, exposes, with
unsparing sarcasm, the inconsistency, and
brutal, blood.thirsty cunning of abolition
demagogues. Such articles in an empire
where journalism is hampered with vexa-
tious restraints. would never have been per-
mitted if Louis Napoleon himself we're not
predisposed, from principle and interest: to
favor the slaveholdiug States. 1t is most
likely, therefore that both the courts Of
London and Paris will side againstthe North.
They have felt aggrieved and outraged by
the Morrill, tariff; the Montgomery tariff
has conciliated them they cannot afford
an interruption Of the cotton trade, or Of
their own exports; they, very naturally,
consider the Lincoln blockade to be frivol-
Gus; and, though they may regard our in
ter-State squabbles as none of their bust.
ness, provided they do not suffer by them,
they will resist policy hostile to their own
requirements.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1861-05-24

now ?-gettiu up aumthin, I spose, to suite
the times. Kudent you let him git your
wax likenis when you Amt in disgise? I
ncen when you amt performin in publick.
It would be CRATE kurosity here. The
wolly boss an maremade wouldent be cir
cumstance to hit. I'll now konclude with
q stansus frum Shakspur:
"Ive travld long, I've travld far,
I've senc the hipotamus an the Bar,
But ov all the things I've wisht to sec,
Is Abram the furst as Prns per SC.
S. S.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1861-05-24
The Foreign News.

The Now York Daily Neas has the fol-
lowing sensible comments upon the news
by the Europa and Parma:
ga new element has entered into the
calculations of our Republican autocrats,
at Washington, which, is to be hoped, will
aid in bringing them to their senses. This
is, the manifest predetermination of the
English Government to recognize-in its
own tortuous way, perhaps, but none the
less absolutely-the independence Of the
Southern Confederacy. Whatever We may
choose to assert, on this side of the Allan
tic, Great Britain will not forget that A.
merican nationality is exclusively owing
to its successful vindication, three-quarters
of century ago, of the right Of revolution.
1t will be somewhat difficult to persuade
either Lord Palmerston or Lord John Rus
sci that principles have since changed their
nature, or that the oppression by the North,
in the United States, is essentially another
thing from oppression of the colonies by the
mother country. 1t is not surprising, there
fore, that naval force for the protection Of
British interests, against the Lincoln pa
per blockade, should have been dispatched
to our coasts, or that the issuing Of letters
of marque has been recognized as the legiti-
mate act of belligerent power, which has
never endorsed the treaty of Paris.
"Nay, more, the organ of Lord Derby
whose influence is, just now, immense, as
the Ministry is sustained in power only by
his forbearance-goes so far as to say:
"Twice have we and the American people
engaged in mortal conflict, and we may do
so again before many weeks are over."-
Speculations have already commenced in
England with regard to the course that
should be pursued in case our Administra-
ton should interpose obstacles to the free
continuance of the cotton trade; and: as
every one with two eyes in his head has long
since foreseen, the most selfish and uuprin-
cipled people on earth will not permit the
bread to be taken out OF the mouths OF tour
millions of their population for the mere
abstraction of right and wrong. In fact,
right in England is pecuniary gain, while
wrong is identical with pecuniary loss.-
Anti-slavery is one of John Bulls pet theo-
ries; but the horrible history Of his Indian
possessions and Chinese relations proves
how untenable and utopian negrophilism
will be regarded when it itinterferes with the
commerce of the kingdom. The naval pre-
ponderance of Great Britain is terrible, and
a pretext may easily be found to sweep a.
way the blockade of our Southern coast, as
broom would spiders web, without its
being in our power, paralyzed as we are, to
resent the insult.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1861-05-24

How WARS ARE DEcIDED.-Successfnl
wars are usually decided on a given point
and in single day. 1t is the greatest er-
ror to suppose campaign extends to eve
~ village in State, and is composed of a
series of little combats. Russia was over
whelmed at Austerlitz and Friedland by
troops that had never seen her soil Napo-
leon was hurled from his throne at Water.
loo; Austria was humbled at Solferino,
and the victory of Wolfe at Quebec won
Canada for England. In the Crimea, the
legions CT Nicholas we're exhausted in Sc.
bastopel.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1861-05-24

E~ The "Distress of Nations" is the
title of an article in the last London Re.
vie,c. India is the scene of a desolating
famine after having gone through DESC
lating rebellion. Austria is on the verge
of bankruptcy, and about to lose Hungary
and Venetia. Italy is preparing for war.
So is France. Prussia is about to contend
with Denmark. Turkey totters to its base.
Bosnia is in arms. Rome is in its last ag-
onies, and Poland appears to be on the
verge of revolution.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1861-05-24

A WAR PRoBLEM.-A correspondent Of
the Missouri Republican propounds this
problem: If the Northern army could not
conquer Billy Bowlegs aud bis Indian and
negro warrior of the glades Of Florida in
twenty gears, how long will the Roundhsads
require to coerce the gallant sons of nine
sovereign States, with the war cry rising,
"still they come," whose field of operation
covers eight hundred miles in length, and
thousand miles in breadth2
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1861-05-24
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Arkansas true Democrat., 1861-10-17
MOUNT IDA, October 5, 1861.


 Mr. Editor-The election for President, Vice President and Congressmen, in the Confederate States is close at hand. The electors for Davis and Stephens will, undoubtedly, receive every vote in this county-there being no other candidates. For Congress, it appears we have no lack of aspirants in this district. have just been weigh ing the probabilities of success between them. find that Mir. Scott, of Clark county, is among the number; and have no hesitation in saying think he will be the choice of this county. For years the editor of political paper,-frst clerk of the House of Representatives for three successive sessions, he has made a general acquaintance throughout the State. The satisfactory manner in which he performed the duties of his office, points him out as business man, and one to be trusted. He is said to be fine public speaker, good de- batter. and sound southerner.
 He is now, and as l have been informed, has been for two years engaged in farming. His indi- vidual interest, is then immediately connected with that of large majority of the voters, and their interests will no doubt receive his attention if elected. His competitors are, for the most part, lawyers. The time has come when we should have our farming interests represented in our Congress. ional Halls, and among our farmers can be found men as capable of making laws, and conducting our national affairs, as in any other department 2d district think on this, and make up their minds by the 9th day of November.
 MONTGOMERY.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1861-10-17
At an Informal---In Memoream.

At a meeting holden by various members of the Masonic Fraternity, from different lodges Of the State of Arkansas, at Camp Jackson, on the 3d of Oct, 1861, the following proceedings were had The meeting having informally organized, on motion, committee of three, consisting of Capts McColoch, Hollowell and Lieut.. Corley, were requested by Lieut. Col. Williams to prepare, and cause to be published in the State papers, suitable resolutions, expressive of the sense of those who participated in the funeral ceremonies of JAMES " STRONG, late a member of Southern Star Lodge No. 5, at Hampton, Calhoun CO.,, who departed this life at the camps on the 2d inst at l2 o'clock M; Wherefore the committee reported the follow ing:
 Resolred, That in his death society has lost one of it's brightest ornaments, his country true and tried patriot and brave soldier, who belonged to the volunteer service of the Confederate States. Resolued, That we cond0e with the members o his company, and particularly with his relations and friends at home whom he left behind only q few short weeks since, full of hope and promise and in health whose loss in his death is irreparabie R,solped, That while we submssvely bow to the mandates of the Grand Architect Of the unl verse; we cannot refrain mourning the loss of those whom social and fraternal intercourse have en deared to us.
 Resolued, That the Little Rock True Democra be requested to publish these proceedings.
 J. L. HOLLOWELL,)
 w. B. CORLEY, Committee.
 J. B. McCOLLOCH,
Arkansas true Democrat., 1861-10-17
Patriotic Ladies.

When the aged matron, who has passed her three score years, takes hold of the disstaff and makes clothes and jeans for the soldiers, Abraham Lincoln may never expect to subdue the South. Here the ladies of South Arkansas are at work some knitting socks and making jeans, and l5O have joined into society, the Soldiers Aid Socie- ty, in Camden; that the sons and brothers of our county may never want for warm clothing or blankets. We will send them our blankets most willingly-we can make plenty of comforts for our homes.
 know an aged matron that works ten hands and spun 30 yards of thread for her waavers, with her own hands, and as long as there is call for cloth she will continue to make it. Another one that always bartered wool for socks has been knit ting all the fall and can knit sock in day, and will continue to knit all winter.
 My dearest aim is to work for our rights and freedom, and our sons and brethren can fight the battles and we will work at home to preserve our young sons that there may be new armies to fill the place. when those that active nov have passed away. have three young boys coming on for their country's service. E.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1861-10-17
COLUMBUS, KY., Oct. 7th, 1861

Mess,s. Editors-This place has become one of great importance since the southern forces have taken possession of it. This morning we witnessed another duel between heavy cannon. Two of the Lincoln gun-boats chased the swift little steamer Grampus to Columbus, and then opened their mor- tars upon the city. The boats were furnished with guns of the largest and best calibre, but their bombs exploded too soon. One bomb burst over the levee near an immense throng of people. but not piece of the shell touched any one. Another shell, weighing GA pounds, was thrown upon the bluff, where the works on the fortifcaton were in progress, but the bomb entered the ground without exploding. This shell was dug up, and we can assure you it is dangerous looking implement.
 The fire was promptly returned by our cannon but the boats hugged point 80 closely that ouI gunners did not have fair aim, except few six pound brass pieces. It is believed that one or two balls entered of the boats, at the stern and the other took off the flagstaff. It was grand and exciting time, though no one was hurt.
 Yours, KEY.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1861-10-17

Clothing Contributed by the Citizens of Little Rock and Pulaski county, to the soldiers in Col. Churchill's Regiment, and turned over by him to Lieut. c. w. King.
 Mrs. P. Jordan, pr blankets and pr socks. Mir. Paty, pr blankets.
 Mrs. Wech, pr socks, shirts 3 blankets, and carpet blankets.
 Mrs. Mariah Stevenson, 6 pr socks. Mrs. Kirkwood, pr blankets.
 T. l.. Williams, blanket and l pr boots, for pr. J. D. Holt.
 CLOTHING still on hand for Col. T. J. Churchill's regiment.
 Godfrey Lefevre, pr socks.
 Mrs. Jacob A. Jones, pr socks for needy sol diers.
 Mrs. G. C. Watkins, pr blankets, ? pr socks, 10 pr cotton-dannel drawers to the needy soldiers Mrs. s. II. Hempstead, l2 pr socks. Mrs. W. R. Miller, vests.
 Wm. Pennington pr socks.
 Mrs. Marah Stevenson, , pr socks, blanket. Mrs R. s. Yerkes, Sunder shirts, shirts, over co,t, ? pr pants, blankets, 3 comforts and vest P. Jordan, i2 pr p .nts.
 PC. Hill, Hats.
 R. Bragg, , blankets, pr drawers. Mrs. Mary Ann Burks, 5 pr socks, shirt. Mrs. Fred. Trapnall, pr socks, check shirts, pr drawers, comfort, to the needy soldiers. Mrs. J. J. Clendenln, pr drawers, 6 undershirts and blanket, for the needy soldiers. James lilly, gives S5 to purchase clothing for needy soldiers.
 Mrs F. Yell, l5 pr socks.
 w. E. Wright, ? pr pants, shirt, pr drawers, pr shoes, pr socks, for Bass and James, in Capt. Danley's company.
 Mrs Welch, pr socks pr drawers, 3 under shirts, hickory shirts, to the needy soldiers in Col. Borlands giment.
 Mrs. J. c. Martin, blankets for needy soldiers. John Harris < Son, pr shoes
 Clements < Wiett, l2 pr shoes, 9 pr pants, l2 linsey shirts, pr socks, l2 pr drawers, pea jackets
 Wm. Drake, 3 blankets.
 Mrs. A. w. Webb, 3 pr drawers.
 John w. Walker, half doz shirts.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1861-10-17

HoN. R. w. JoHNsoN.-We hoist to our mast head, the name of the Hon. Robert w. Johnson, as our Confederate States senators. This we do after looking about among our prominent pup lie men; and after ascertaining what we believe to be the ruling public sentiment We feel doub ly assured in believing that we are sustained in our choice by the people, and gratlhed that our judgment is so well indorsed.
 In thus selecting Col. Johnson, before all others, we offer no diminution of respect towards other distinguished and meritorious eenllrme 1, from whom the other senator will be selected, but we are anxious to promulge what we con sder settled question among the people, name ly. that Col. Johnson Is to be one ot the sena tors. There seems to be general acqulescence to this conclusion. The distinguished services of this gentleman, rendered the State in our na- national councils during a long and success full pubic life are familiar to, and apprecla- ted by his countrymen. His unlmpeachable honor and fidelity to the State, have withstood all assaults, and stands before us "tested and proved"-he has been scrutinizingly "tried and found not wanting Col Johnson's high per. sonal qualifications, his generous department towards adversaries, has disarmed all opposition to him, and he now stands a general favorite with all parties.
 Under the old government Col. Johnson, after having served long and honorable career, had determined to retire to private life, and had forbidden the use of his name in connection with all office But upon the changed relations of the State, in the present crisis, he again con sented to enter public life and once more put on the harness, to fight for our struggling young con federacy He declined to retire into private ease at the present trying time, but offered his services to his State, until our confederacy is carried through the present emergency, to condition of peace and prosperity.-V Fan Buren hress.