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The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-07-31
iHONYED REGIMENT.

There sudabe progress in tho manner Of organisa
ton adopted by this promising regiment. We are in
formed that the ocers-al being gentlemen Of experience
in real warare-have their daily meetings. nterchangng
and debating the different methods and advantages Of
manual of and tactics general If all who fec.
vocation for the responsible post Of officer will go in
with such earnest zeal the confidence Of the defenders Of
the Union will soon a solid basis. Their headQuar-
tcrs are at 397 Broadway.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-07-31
THE SECOND FIRE ZOUAvEs

Tho Second regiment OF Fire zouaves, under Colonel
Farman is quartered at Camp Scott Staten Island They
number about 700 men, but many Of them self sus
tanning, and need not leave tho city until ordered away
1t Is intended to make this regiment efficient tho
First, and every pains is being taken to ec that object
There plenty of for another first class regiment
remen, and such wanted at the present time.
Recruiting Offices have been opened az nearly ell Of the
engine houses ia the city.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-07-31
THE UNION GUARD.

The Union Guard, United States Volunteers, organizing
byP. J. soachmssen, Es, Colonel, and accepted by
the Secretary Of War tlder date of July g. is being
rapidly filed up Cernmodious quarters and excellent
subsistence have been provided for the members mmcd-
atcy their engagement number Of recruiting Offices
have been opened, under Captains Brandt Brennan and
Wcln and Licutaiants Thompson Hcrzog and Brandt.
Colonel Joachnssen is to be found at his headquarters
302 Broadway Of Duane street, daily, at eleven
A. N. The acting Lieutenant Colonel is l. n. Morrison
ECO, and Max A ThOmRn, Major
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week In this city, two well known officers at the head
OF IT, Up to last Saturday twenty-five men had made
hcr trial shooting aud have been sent 10 quarters
Magcrs Park, weohawkcn, N. J. Tho company's trial
shooting is going every day and is expected that
the end OF this week the company viii be complete and
sworn into the United States service. The compsny has
elected Messrs c, Tropp, j. Schess and ". Kuebce
committee to elect committee of five members, who
Will collect money for the benefit of tho company This
company will join the regiment Of Col. HerdAn.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-07-31
CONTINENTAL GUARD.

This regiment, under command Of Colonel James H.
Perry has been accepted by the Secretary Of War and
rapidly filling up with of the right stamp. The
colonel commanding is officer Of thorough military
eucation experience and ability The provided
with quarters and ratons, Immediately upon their enlist
ing and clothing and equipments are furnished directly
by the United States government without the intcrvcn
ton OF the State authorities Great Is being exercised
in recruiting the rank and le and is the fixed dccrm
nation Of Colonel Perry to spare pains to make his
mand nearly unexcepionable possible and in point
odiscpline second TO none. Thar headquarters at
Montague Hail. Brooklyn.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-07-31
First OREGON RIFI ES

Have their headquarters at 43 Cortandt street. They
are under charge of Colonel Williams Al present they
number but few men, but will receive fast impetus from
returning regiments, whose members arc with few
exceptions ready 10 again take the field to uphold their
country.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-07-31
THE FIFTY-FIFTH REGIMENT.

This regiment volunteered its services for the war un
der the first CALL but though portion OF the corps was
sent into the camp at the Battery their services were
accepted and Che members joined other regiments leaving
two three hundred bly, in tho regiment. With
this nucleus and order of acceptance from the Secrea
ry Of War their commander Colonel Trobrand has Wig.
orousy work recruit and has about 500 men
enrolled The headquarters are at Lafayette Hail. Broad
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-07-31
THE PAYMENT OF BILLS FOR ARMY SUP
PLIES.

General Arthur has issued notice to the effect that
bills hereafter will he paid by the Quarermaster Generas
Department, for supplies furnished, any
dered to regiments unless such claim based written
authority from tho other.
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The EIGHTH MASSACHUSETTS REGIMENT.
MS regiment, undcr the command Of Col Hncks, will
eave inc Park at eight O'Clock this morning. under the
escort OF the Seventh regiment march up Broad
way 10 Iwehty-'hird street, thence to the foot
Oh Iweh'ythrd street, where they will embark
on board the steamer Bay State for Falivcr en- for
Boston. The Sons Of Massachusetts, will no doubt rally
in fun force TO witness the departure Of the ga' 80 r,,h
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-07-31
THE TWELFTH NEW YORK REGIMENT,
re TIE EDITOR OF THE HERALD.

New YORK July 80, 1861.
find that great many persons in this city under
the impression that IL the Twelfth regiment, New
York State Militia Of this city, that reiterated in such
fusion at TIE beginning Of the battle Of Bull run. This
is not 1t the Twelfth regiment Of Volunteers
from Onondaga county, New York. Tho Twelfth New
York State Militia at present stationed Bolivar
Virginia. two miles from Harpcrs Ferry, with General
Banks Their time OF enlistment expires next Friday,
the Cd day Of August and they about return
home, hope they will have good reception. II you
will please publish this in your valuable paper you will
obge FRIEND OF TILE TWELFTH
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-07-31
TIE UNION LIFE GUARD

is the name OF new regiment Organizing by Colonel
Julian Allen, who has already periodically aided the
eountry's by sending several companies to the
seat Of war COL Allen was the founder of the Polish
legion which active service The headquarter
of the Union Life Guard lSO Water street and about
600 men have been enrolled.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-07-31
SCOTT iEIET,ES

This regiment has its headquarters at No Is Beekan
street, where the recruiting IS carried en- but has
camp on Staten Island at Silver Lake where three com
panes ready 20 be mustered into the United States
service. Several companies forming in the country
and will be here in few days Tho following is list of
the chief olHeersColonel W. r. Macdonald Lieutenant
Colonel, Chas. Legendre; Major, K g. Potter; SIrpeon
" H Church; NJ d.; ouar,ernas.ef, J. Gutman, Jr.
Commissary, Clarence Eytlnge
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-07-31
TIE SECOND CALL FOR TROOPS.

An Enthusiastic Response by the People
Nearly Forty Regiments Organizing In New
York 20 Proceed 10 the Seat Of War-ac.
tivIty as the Volunteer Recruiting Depots
and Hea;iquartcrs-eM Regiments. Ws.erc
They are EnsaEspeG, Their Nsenb.rs, In.
terest!ng Statistics,
&c Sfc Eo
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-07-31
FIFTH REGIMENT vOLUNTEERs-EX ELSIOR
BRIGADE.

The Fifth regiment New York Volunteers, under com
mand Of Col Graham stationed Camp Scott Station
Island They have been supplied with uniforms and
everything else necdfel, and require few more men
have been opened in Broadway and The Battery They
xill shortly leave the city.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-07-31
GERMAN RANGERS.

This regiment, encan led at the Broadway Park, and
whose headquarters at No 113 Bowcry has through
tho eer,s Of Lieutenant Colonel Ka1nsb been accepted
Recruiting Offices have been opened all parts h city
and In the ncghboring towns, also in philaaelpha
The officers have all seen SERVICE and every respect
competent The friends OF this eSment are respe. fully
invited TO send their donations to Leutesst Colonel
KaZinski, No. 1I3 HOwcry.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-07-31
NEW YORK'S OWN.

This regiment has been formed by Colonel Ming who
has worked assduousF for the acceptance of it by the
proper authorities. The inspection will take place the
early part Of next week. Although Colonel Ming is an
officer OF experience he has received but little assistance
from anybody, aad at oil from the Union Defence
COmmittee
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-07-31
T4IE ANDERSON ZOJIAVFS

Under command of Colonel J. L. Rker, are now quar-.
tered at Rkers Island They organized under the
first call for volunteers, and very efficient body Of
men. They number only few short of a thousand and
are eager to receive their marching orders.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-07-31
FIRST UNITED STATES CHAssEURs.

This regiment under command of Colonel John Cochrano'
has been but short time in existence, but has grown
rapidly until they novy muster some 900 Thoy
stationed at Wetts Point, and recruit in this city
Palace Garden. Their uniform is neat, military,
allowing freo motion 10 the soldiers. II is army blue,
chasseur Jacket, trimmed with light blue braid cadet
gray pantaloons and gray cap
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-07-31
FREMONT RIFLES.

This regiment has been accepted for the war; and will
be sent into camp this week. Colonel Merritt having just
returned froc Washington with order from the War
Department have his men mustered into service by
companies. Pay, rations and uniforms commence with
enlistment
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-07-31
The state Teachers Association.

MAfERToWN, N. L. July 80, 1861.
The annual Convention Of State Teachers met here this
morning There large attendance of teachers from
all sections Among others present Secretary woh-
forth OF Albany DR. Fisher OF Hamilton College, Profess
sor Cochrane, of the Normal School, aud Susan b. An
thony. The opening address was delivered by f. A.
kheldon, OF Oswego.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-07-31
FIVE REGIMENTS TO BE REQUIRED FROM
NEW JERSEY.

TRENTON, N. j., July 80, 1861
Governor Oden to-day received call from the general
government for fvo regiments OF volunteers for three
years or the He will Immediately proceed to receive
and equip the three four regiments whose services have
been rendered him. Major Hexamers Artillery Battery
Of Hudson county, has been accepted the general gov
ernmcnt and the State authorities are not required
make provisions for the battery 1t hoped that they
will be able to move speedily, according to orders.
The remains Of Lieutenant II. Zeehner Of the Third reg
New Jersey State Militia received and inferred
here with military honors to-day by the regiment.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-07-31
YATES RIFLES.

Among the other new regiments now forming is the
Yates Rifles, Under Colonel Aver The Colonel has his
headquarters at 429 Broadway, where recruiting is car
ried So sufficient number OF men have hecn
gathered they will proceed to encampnen at Youiers
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-07-31
THE ARMY CLOTHING CONTRACT.

Among the firms who Are engaged in the manufacture
of clothing for the troops is that of Messrs A. g. A.
ArDodx, Of Broadway. The of this firm was omit.
ted III our list published few days since.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-07-31
THE DISASTER AT BULL RUN.

HEAQr ARTERs % RE.iMLNT RHODE ISLAND VOLUNTEERS
CAMP CLAIM, WASHINGTON, ID. C., July %, 1861. !
SiR-Seeing my published in your paper with
those reported killed wish you to publish this
inform my many friends in New York that am as well
as ever was in my life. Your obcdicnt servant.
SAMUEL j. SMITH,
Adjutant Second regiment Rhode Island Volunteers
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-07-31
THE ELEVENTH REGIMENT

Washington Rifles (German), under command of Colonel
Madho eager proceed to the of war and some
time since rendered its services TO the government but
acceptance has been received. The regiment could
leave with nearly 500 men.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-07-31
BERDAN's REGIMENT OF sHARPsHooTERs
BosroN, July 80, 1851.

BosroN, July 80, 1861
Mr. Berdan's idea Of raising regiment Of sharpshoot
ers will be successfully carried out.
W. S. Rowland, now in Boston, has visited the Cover
of fourteen loyal States each Of whom promises full
company armed and equipped throughout, without any
expense to the general government
Orders have been issued for organizing company Of
sharpshooters in Massachusetts, for Berdans regiment
A despatch from Governor washburne says that Maine
will furnish full company up to the mark
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-07-31
Earthquake mt Antigua.

BosroN, July 80, 1851.
Captain Hunter of the steamer De soto arrived from ST.
Thomas and Bermuda, at Halifax, states that just he
was leaving St. Thomas report reached there that Ar
tgua nearly destroyed by earthquake and thss
two thousand lives were lost
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ing recruits and country companies. They encamped
at East New York. The Colonel has but few days to
complete his regiment, which at present numbers over
one thousand
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-07-31
COL. RAMSEY,S REGIMENT.

COL Ramsey's regiment Of light infantry at present
have their regmenta depot at the Greenwich
avenue and Thirteenth street. for tho purpose Of recciy
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-07-31

July
The ship Alfred Hill, from Boston for Hong Kong, Is
total loss She went ashore on Parace North Shoa May
Is. Crew saved.
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UNITED STATES CONSTITUTION GUARD
Is also Of the regiments axous to Ill up and BIO
accepted Their headquarters is at 249 william street
where recruits may apply for admission the regiment
We cannot positively state the humber Of that they
have at present.
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The Republican State Com n.fttee.
Serious Accident i'm Albany.

ALBANY, July 30, 1851.
The Republican State Central Committee NJ called to
meet at The Delavan Houxc, Albany, Tuesday August
6, at twelve o'clock noon.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-07-31

4IBANY July %, ISUI.
locomotive exploded day in the rourdhouse Of the
Central Railroad, tearing the house badly apd hljuring
two men, one severely
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subscription list is in tn Wands OF Gr Peter Rice, of
Stone street who intends to eSass the members OF the
Corn Exchange for subscrpto Is N ana CT the regiment.
As each company has to be Pre- vdod with quarters and
ratons out Of the rogmcual Ods unt mustered into
the United states service the Silcefa hope that the
wealthy citizens Of New York will \apprechte the
ment by subscribing literally.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1861-08-07
From the Chieago Tribune.

The SITUATION IN MlssouRI.-Gen. Ere.
monts expedition has reached Birds Point,
raising the force there to some eight thousand
men, with Il good supply Of artillery; and
these and the brigade at Cairo give us II total
OF some twelve thousand to thirteen thousand.
Nothing is heard from Gen. Pillow, but the
fact that he has seized the regular packet boat
at Columbus and commands the land commu-
nication north from New Madrid, and doubt.
less inspire our troops TO Il sharp lookout, in
anticipation Of an attack al any moment. With
the two armies in such close proximity, and
the known desperation of Gov. jackson, for
whose especial benefit the rebel movement is
being made-a battle can hardly be postponed
many days i'll Missouri. Our troops await the
onset with mistaken courage, and a purpose
to atone for the prestige lost al Manassas. In
the interim of the Virginia campaign, the at.
tention of the country is now drawn to the
great battlefield of the west. And it will not be
disappointed.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1861-08-07

WAS IT A GoRILLA?-A SPORTSMAN AS
ToNIsHED-De Chaillu is wanted in this
country just now, to ascertain whether the
woods near Stamford, Conn, are inhabited 10y
his famous gorillas. One day last week while
Mr. Cortis Wilbur, a sporting citizen of STAN.
ford, was hunting i'll the aforesaid woods, lie
came suddenly upon what he supposed to be a
large animal, digging roots. Carefully raising
his gum he took steady aim, and pulled trig
ger, but the weapon missed file whereupon
the said animal Strengthened up, to the size and
stature Of seven foot man, covered from head
10 foot with matted hair, and, with an un.
earthly yell darted deep into the woods, at a
speed more than human. As soon as Wilbur
recovered from the shock inflicted upon his
nerves ny lie horrible apparlion, he turned
toward home, and made Tor the bosom of his
family at double-quick, convinced it was a 90.
rilla or the devil. His story was quickly
banded from mouth to mouth; and on the
following day, several who had heard strange
cries from the woods, during the night, voun.
teered to lead party in pursuit OF the wild
mans party was quickly made up; and,
with Wilbur as guide, they started on their
errand-taking guns for protection, in case
the sylvan gentleman should prove 10 be Sc
cess0niSt. They soon discovered footprints
similar 10 those left by mans bare feet,
which led directly from the place where
tile hunter had first seen the strange creature
to very dense thicket. All search Tor The
gorilla" however, proved useless; though
they could distinctly hear its vel in response
TO their shouts. The mattCr,ot-fact people in
the vicinity believe the gorilla" TO he moth
Ing more than some poor lunatc; and the au
thorltles have taken measures to lure him
from his forest Businesses, and return him to
his keepers.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1861-08-07

HEALTH THE SOLDIERS FRIEND.-The
following incident of the battlefield is related
as proof OF the Importance of thorough hy-
gienic training TO the soldier, and the terrible
shocks which strong and well preserved
frme will survive; Private is now rapidly
improving in tie hospital at Washington.
He had HE arm so badly shattered by round
shot, that his surgeon amputated it above the
elbow, without waiting for HIM to be borne TO
the rear In short, the operation was perform
ed under fire, lest the man should bleed to
death But it was well performed, and pri'
yate -, minus his arm. arose and walked to
the rear, rested few hours in grove, ate
and drank little, and then when the retreat
mmenced-iucredibe as it may seem-got
up and walked to Washington, distance OF
twenty-five miles Ii is needless to add that
he went into battle in splendid physical con-
dlion-a type of the vigor to which every
soldier should be brought by strict hygiene
discipline in camplfe.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1861-08-07

SViie pohuSncc OF tie n. 4. Evening Post
WASHINGTON Aug. 5.-There is consider
able anxiety here respecting the navigation of
the Potomac. There are indications at several
points 1t an intention OF the rebels TO blockade
the river as soon us they are fully prepared for
It, New batteries have been erected at Aoua
Greek, and, unlike the first ones erected. they
command the Potomac as well rs the Greek. A
lew miles below this point another set of bate.
rles has been erected, us well as at other places
further down the river. 1t is not difficult 10
perceive the Importance of these movements
10 Tie government. If it were in the DO err
OF the rebels to destroy navigation on Ten or
twenty miles of the river, it would be com
paratlVely easy for them TO cross at their lei.
sure over into Maryland. Ii that portion OF
lhe river lying between Aqua Creek and Ma
thias Point were in the hands of the enemy
by the erection OF batteries at these points.
commanding the river, they could not be pre-
vented from coming into Mary land, il they
have boats, save by an army on the Mary and
shore.
The Inconvenience OF the dangerous nayi.
CATION of the Potomac is already felt here, as
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1861-08-07

GIN. RosENoRANz.-Gen VIM S. Rosen-
cranz, who succeeds Gen. Mcclellan in com.
lnand OF the department of the Ohio, is ma.
tive OF Ohio, and a West Point officer, having
entered the military academy in 1888, He was
breveled second lieutenant of engineers in
July, 1912, and was subsequently assistant
professor of engineering, and of natural and
experimental philosophy in 1847 a few
years after this he resigned his commits.
sion in the army, and in the year 1854 settled
in Cincinnati as an architect and civil en-
gineer, from which position he was called at
tue opening OF the present war to take com
mand OF a regiment of OHIO volunteers. lie
was soon after appointed to the command of
brigade i'll which position lie fought and won
the admirable battle of Rich Mountain, which
resulted in The surrender Of the rebel leader,
Col. Pegram, and his forces, and the route OF
Gen. Garnet's army at Beverly Gen. Rosen'
cranz is in full vgor of manhood, aud enjoys
the reputation OF a skiIltul and valiant officer.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1861-08-07
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Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1861-08-07
CITY AND COUNTY
season..

The fifteenth regiment will leave camp
Scott at four o'clock this afternoon, for the
city, escorted by the twenty first regiment
from camp Lincoln. The presentation Of the
flag in behalf of the latlics of the city who
are interested in the welfare and honor OF the
regiment, will take place upon their arrival on
the common. This is probably the last time
they may be seen here together, as they are
expected to take the cars for Norwich from
their camp ground.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1861-08-07

ice, which is usually regularly supplied in
schooners from Boston, has became scarcity.
Whether any ice vcss Is have been captured
by the rebels, or the owners of the vessels are
afraid to pass the rebel batteries, | know not,
but ice is very scarce here,
The latest news from Richmond is interest.
ing. The Enquirer says that the Confederate
army is preparing for offensive movements
Johnson commands at Fairfax Court House,
and Beauregard at Manassas Junction Lee
has gone west to confer with Wise and the
other rebel generals in Western Virginia.