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Daily Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1860-1862, 1861-10-03
d. A WOmansS Devotion.

Under this head, a correspondent Of the
Mobile AdUertirer and Register, writing from
Warrington, Florida, says:
A woman in camp is a rGra duis, sight
good for sore eyes. They are like angel Wis
its, ''few and far between" However, | have
several times seen one lately, and she comes
upon most painful and sorrowful mission,
10 see brother who is under sentence OF
death for striking an officer. He is fine
looking young man. | have never witnessed
a scene so narrowing to my feelings, so pain
fully impressive as the prison scene, in which
she first met him. l never heard pathos and
eloquence equal to hers. The spectators
were in tears. L was sent for by her and
went to the prison. | would not, for long
time, announce my arrival, but stood at a
distance. held in awe by the singular scene,
In the dim light of the prison. she was kneel-
ing by her brother, aud uttering such prayer
as | never heard before. friend and rela-
tive accompanied her, and to him L at last
announced myself. But it was long before he
could talk coherently. my God! and this is
war.' was his reiterated exclamation.
His sister had hurried to see him at the first
notice of his situation. She had labored for
his salvation, moral and spiritual, with the
spirit of an angel. She obtained copy of
the proceedings of the Court Martial, and
went as fast as steam could take her to Rich
mond to get pardon for him. The Presi-
dent Yves sick, but she saw the Secretary of
War, and he advised her to come back and
get petition for his pardon. Back she came,
and with great difficulty got enc numerously
signed by officers. One officer of high rank
refused TO sign it. She seemed much defect
ed at this, and asked me what she should do.
l replied, go TO him yourself, Madam, and
he will sign it. | know that you are ire
sistisle, and no man with heart in his body
can say mo- to YOU had signed it myself
against my views of military discipline, but
would have torn the 'articles OF war" into
atoms rather than grieve that noble woman
by refusing her request. She took my ad-
vice, went in person to the reeusant oflcer,
and he signed Il. She started that same night
to Richmond again, to plead for her broth
er's life. He was to have been shot to-day
at noon. This morning an order came post
poning the execution of sentence. look Tor
her soon again from Richmond. Heaven
speed her efforts. She is a young married
woman, and lucky is the man who has such a
wife. She is, indeed, jewel, and if her
mother has any more like her at home, shall
go to see them when this war is over.
Daily Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1860-1862, 1861-10-03

a correspondent of the Union and Ansai-
can, writing from Fairfax C. H, Va, on the
10th ult. says
Our sick list has been increased, resulting
from the ineompetency Of young surgeons
who. not having practice at home, forced
themselves upon the army through inluen-
tiaI relatives. But the whole Medical Board
of this division Of the army has been dis
banded and will be recognized. 1t Is the
regret OF our principal surgeons that DR..
Paul F. Eve, of Nashville, was not placed at
the head of the Medical Staff
1t was unfortunate for the service that DIR.
EVE vas not appointed 20 the position men
toned above The army has suffered dread
fully on the Potomac from the inexperience
and esrelessness of physicians.
Daily Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1860-1862, 1861-10-03
EXTRACTS FROM THE NOTICES OF THE NASH
VILE PRES.


''Suca 4 work as this needed not only IN Anne
Tc out IN Europe 10 arrest the attention of the crit
&c, 10 diSel prejudice, the general reader
L. confoUnd the politician, and to interest the mind m
novel ana stirring passages, by overghelnipa and
earnest truth, and by pure and pleasing style They
make not the slightest reference the party can't ~
the day and are exclusively directed to The rs,rr
tonary aspect OF the sectional issue forced urn ms nv
the North, seen by philosOphIc Statesman ami n
trlot across the and just far enough distant N
hear and discern the low rumble of the coming storm,
II Is profound, vet ca,tt5vat-Ilr-
work, the more so from its direct bearing 1ioD ris
great revolution now in progress"
This book Is pronounced by critics 10 BE- the u,t
philosophical and comprehensive exposition of H.
question OF African Slavery, and the most ,,yyf,l
vndlcaton OF southern civilization that has vel an
eared from the press Ii Is written IN 4 tvle Of iI,
ing ease that renders It highly attractive 10 eya-v m
teliiSent reader, and gives evidence Of deem tbTgir
extensive research, large acquaintance with the -
phlstrles ol the Abolition school, both IN Europe and
America, and enthusiastic devotion to the institutions
OF the South.
We are pleased to learn that the author has. with
great hberalIiy, rendered il proceeds after
paying the cost Of publication 10 the ladies OF III,
Soldiers Hospital Relief Society of Nashville. ana
tttl the proposition has been accepted by Mr. Fa
hcia u Porter, President Of the Association
Daily Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1860-1862, 1861-10-03
Ry Telegr. phi from Virginia.
Special Dispatch to the Nashville PatriOt-l

TSpecizl Dispatch the Nashville PatTiOt-l
RICHMOND, Oct. 2, 1861.
Capt. Mansfield Lovette, formerly of the
United States army, and lately Captain OF
the New York City Guards. has been ap-
pointed Brigadier General in the Provisional
Army of the Confederate States and assign
ed duty on the coast defences OF New Or
leans.
Adyices to the 9th ult., have been re-
ceived from Lees camp in Western Virginia.
The enemy was in sight; both armies were
ON the same mountain. Only skirmishing
had occurred.
The Federal troops are now occupying
Munson's Hill.
Arnold Harris and McGraw have been dis
charged. the former Internationally, the lat
ter on parole.
Major General Van Dorm has been assign
ed duty on the Potomac.
Daily Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1860-1862, 1861-10-03

We are informed that on the l4th of Sep
TENDER, Mr.. G. NJ. Emack, OF Prince George
county, Maryland, was arrested by party Of
Sickles's Brigade, and carried before General
Walker, commanding the Brigade, during the
sickness Of Sickles. Selling an opportunity.
he suddenly drew his knife and stabbed Wal
ker twice, mortally wounding him. He was
then fired upon by the soldier who was guar
ding him, who fortunately missed him. He
then struck at the soldier, cutting off three
of his fingers. Mr.. Emack rushed by the rest
of the guard, and continuing his fight sue
ceeded, after toilsome journey, in reaching
the Potomac, and crossing into Virginia, and
is now at Ashland near this city. II is said
that Gen. Walker has died of his wounds
Richmond Ezcnainsr.
Daily Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1860-1862, 1861-10-03

Coon FOR HE THIRSTY SOLDIER.-Ex-
IRENE thirst is one of the most severe trials
the active soldier has to encounter. During
c long march and on the field of a long and
hotIy contested battle, be is often almost
overcome with fatigue and thirst An old
frOntTeFsman. who has had much experience
on the Western borders and on the plains,
suggests to Us the following as the best rene
dy ard preventive Of thirst that has ever
been discovered: After meal take the cof-
fee grounds. boil them over again, and pour
it of into your canteen and let it cool for
your next march. 1t is not only nutritive
and stimulating, but it will quench the thirst
more effectually than water. 1t will go two
or three times as far as wafer. Also, take
the coffee grounds. after being thus used, dry
them, and put them in yLur pocket, and
chew them at intervals on the march, or d.
ring any ardu0us service, and they will like
wise repress thirst, and satiate greatly the
cravings of hunger. This course has been
tried with the most gratifying results, and is
worthy of trial by every soldier in the ser
vice.
Daily Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1860-1862, 1861-10-03
From. he NashriILe christtnn .la,ona...

''Mr. Williams has made a book which we should
ike TO have reach Europe and be translated and read
INTO their languages, and do its work making up and
correcting public opinion, which the English and Nor
thern press have paimed OF upon the world.
The reader should bear IN mind that these letters
were written in ConstantinOple though published
Nashville As the writer so accurately predicted ma
ny events that have TRANSFERRED since the ink the
manuscript dried, cannot but have confidence IN
his general specUlations founded in true phiIosO
phy- His tone is calm and thoughtful his horizon
clear and wide The IartiZan sunk in the American
his position abroad, moreover, afforded him opPortu-
mites possessed bp but few 0f his el0wcOuntrymen
for acquiring insight into the real opinions and feel
ings, and general public sentiment Of Europe"
Daily Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1860-1862, 1861-10-03
Later from Columbus.

We have letter from Columbus, under
date of the 10Th, which says that information
had been received from Cairo, which was
deemed reliable, giving further particulars
of affairs in Missouri. 1t was to the effect
that the Federal loss in killed and wounded
was 1900, prisoners 2400, and four steam
boats freighted with supplies and ammuni-
ton.
From the same source, intelligence was
also received that Gen. Prentiss, while on his
way with reinforcement of 1900 strong, was
captured, together with his entire command.
by force of 5000, thrown out by Gen. Price
to intercept them. Everything that reaches
US confirms our first glorious intelligence
and gives to the Lexington of our revolution
position in history as prominent as thai
occupied by the Lexington OF '76.
Memphis Auaianehe, LIST.
Daily Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1860-1862, 1861-10-03

Letters on Slavery from the Old
World.

Written during the oE the Presidency OF the
United States in 1860; to which added letter to
Lord BRoUGHAN on the JOIN BRoNN raid, and brief
reference the result Of the Presidential election and
its consequences, by JAMES WILLIAMS, late United
States Minister TO Turkey.
Ia note to of the Editors Of the Union and
American, Mrs JAMES X Polk, 10 whose inspection
the prOoi-sheets submitted expresses the fol-
lowing opinion:
u have read, with much pleasure, the proOfsheets
OF new work, now IN press Letters on Slavery
from the Old World - with letter addressed lord
Brougham- written by Hon james Williams late Min
ister TO Constantinople. Il Is work written with
vigor OF thought the subject, occupying the
attention Of the whole world, valuable contribution
to Southern LTeratu-e, and viii be read with great in
terest al the present day.
Daily Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1860-1862, 1861-10-03

ARMY BOARDS FOR MEDICAL APPOINT
MENrs.-By an order issued in the Surgeon
Generals Office, notice is given that army
medical boards, for the examination of sur
geons and assistant surgeons, have been or
dered to convene at Norfolk, Richmond.
Yorktown and Manassas.
Candidates for the appointment of surgeons
and assistant surgeons will be examined by
these boards on presenting an invitation to
appear before them from the Secretary of
War, which be obtained by forwarding
their applications, with testimonials of NOR
al character, to the War Department.
Examination boards will be held at other
points farther South, at a convenient time.
Richmond Examiner.
Daily Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1860-1862, 1861-10-03
The Mission to Europe.

We are advised that the appointments have
been definitely made by the President of Hon
j. NJ. Mason, of Virginia, and Hon. John Sill
dell, of Louisiana, as Ministers, or Commits
sioners, respectively to the Courts of England
and France, and that these gentlemen will
immediately take their departure for Europe
probably commencing their journey to-day
in order to insure the safety of their passage
out, it has been settled that they will pro-
coed by the way OF Tampico, Mexico.-Rich.
Etam ner, 2Sh.
Daily Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1860-1862, 1861-10-03
Fcss. De Na.l-iIEs Pn,rin.-

In these letters, have all the advantage OF the
author elegant aud lucid STYLE his extensive infor-
nation, and philosophical Investigation He has close
studied the subject Of slavery all its bearings
lie reutes the idea OF the Snfunes Of slavery nor
trays The advantages which flow from IL and the ne
cessty Of It's contituation. Correctly apprehendin
the policy OF the opponents or slavery and the dan
gers Much would follow the success OF the Rrnubli-
can party from his post in the old world Tar removed
from the embittered contest. he warned his fellow
countrymSn against the breakers which surrounded
the snip OF state The result which he unprecedented
ana f0retOd IS upon US,
Daily Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1860-1862, 1861-10-03
From The Nas.ri1I. Rrun.r

''Mr. Williams has presented in the course Of this
series of able letters succnct history of The fstiT
ZION OF slavery On the American continent its inu-
ences upon the general welfare of the country trac
ing the elements Of opposition 20 il. exhibited by
Northern fanaticsm, eliminating last IN the oran
Zaton OF sectional party designed TO overthrow thai
institution and by which the ACKNOWLEDGMENT Of the
Union was effected The author has treated his sub
jeot as phosophic statesman and the result OF his
labors VIII prove inestmable addition 10 a geuuiu.
southern literature
Daily Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1860-1862, 1861-10-03
SuRaEoS GENERAL,s OFFICE.

RICHMOND, VA, sept, z, 1851.
Army Medical Boards, for the examination
of Surgeons and Assistant Surgeons, have
been ordered to convene at Norfolk, Rich
mond, Yorktown and Manassas.
Candidates for the appointments of Sur
geons and Assistant Surgeons will be exam
ined by these Boards, on presenting an invi-
tation to appear before them from the Secre-
tary of War, which may be obtained by for :
warding their application, with testimonials
of moral character, TO the War Department.
Examining Boards will be held at other
points farther South At q convenient time.
Daily Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1860-1862, 1861-10-03

W. n. HALDEMAN, Esq, publishes a card
in the Union and American of yesterday, in
explanation of former card purportins to
come from him, relative to the continuance
of the publication of the Louisville Courier.
We are glad to find that we were right in our
belief that the latter did him injustice, and
did not express his views. We trust that the
hour is close at hand when he can return 10
Louisville and revive his able journal.
Daily Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1860-1862, 1861-10-03

NEARLY 4 PANIC.-This morning there perfect
rush get some of McLean's Strengthening Cordial
1t astonishing what large quantity Of that article
IS consumed. 1t shows concusively that it is just
the thing required in malaria fever districts
preventive for Chill, alias SH2KEs. Everybody and
the of mankind'' should try it, if they wish to
become healthy and strong; and those that well
should take alitie of it every morning keep them
So We have tried it.-Eceqing Mirror.
Daily Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1860-1862, 1861-10-03
The lincoln DespotIsm in MARYLAND,

The Lincoln DespOtIsm in Maryland.
We reprint to-day. from the Baltimore
AmericQH. q Lincoln paper. the details of the
breaking up of the Maryland Legislature,
and the arrest Of several of its members and
officers It Is but another in the damnabIe
list OF high-handed usurpations, now grow
ing large aud long, which marks the steps
taken to subEert the Constitution and laws
of the country. and to bring the necks of
free people under the yoke of slavery. This
was only the beginning of the work, how
ever. 1t was continued from day TO day for
a week afterwards, during which many other
members were seized by mercenary and
brutal sOldiery, and hurried of to prison
dungeons, there to undergo in secret, the cru
eI.Ies which the hireIings of despotism al
ways know so well how to infiict
Daily Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1860-1862, 1861-10-03

North CAROLINA.-The Legislature of this
State adjourned sine die on the 18th uItimo,
after session of forty days. 1t passed a Mi
litia bill, a Stay law, a Revenue bill and
bills for paying the soldiers and carrying on
the war 1t also passed a bill authorizing
the issue of million dollars in Treasury
Notes, in sums ranging from cents to 500.
Daily Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1860-1862, 1861-10-03

We understand that Gov Brown has sent
to the War Department in Richmond, asking
that five armed Georgia Regiments be sent to
this State for coast defence. We think, if
nothing more is to be done in Virginia this
winter than present appearances indicate,
that the whole of the Georgia forces had bet
ter be sent home. We have men enough here
already to defend ourselves if we had proper
guns, but these we have not.
augusta Chronicle
Daily Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1860-1862, 1861-10-03
From Gen. Anderson,s Brigade.

We learn from a gentleman who arrived in
this city yesterday, direct from Gen. AndeI-
sons Brigade in Western Virginia. that the
sick were sent to Bath Alum Springs. They
were generally improving. In Withdrawing
from the camp at Valley Mountain, the want
of the means of transportation made it Ne
cessary to order the men to carry their tents
themselves. Rather than do this, the Rock
City Guards made burnt Offering Of theirs
10 the god of muddy roads.
Daily Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1860-1862, 1861-10-03

We got a couple of mails yesterday from
Richmond. but there are still two due The
detention is caused by damages done to the
railroads in East Tennessee by rains.
The mail from Charleston and Augusta
failed yesterday.
Daily Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1860-1862, 1861-10-03
No MORE FuRLoueHs-Th Richmond En-

q,1rer, of the 18th, says:
among the on dts current in military cir
Giles, yesterday, was one to the effect, that in
consequence of the general abuse of furloughs
no more would be issued from the War De-
partment, even TO the sick desiring leave of
absence Stringent as this order may appear,
its adoption and general enforcement will
really be productive OF benefit to the SER
xio -
Daily Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1860-1862, 1861-10-03

For SENATOR The JCaesbOrOugh UHi0n
warmly urges upon the approaching Legisla-
ture, the claims of Hon. LANDON c. HAYNES
for election to the Confederate Senate,
Daily Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1860-1862, 1861-10-03
Dissolution of Co-Partnership.

INHE partnership heretofore existing between US
i under the firm, name and style of HINTON & FoRr,
in the Livery Business, Market street, Nashville
is this day, by mutual consent, dissolved. Mr. Fort
has purchased the entire interest Of Mr. Hinton
will collect all the debts and pay all the liabilities of
the old firm September 2ilh, 1861
J. VI. HINTON.
Sept 26-Iw E P FORT
Daily Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1860-1862, 1861-10-03
Engagement on the POIomac---Tyvo
Federal Vessels Disabled.

Intelligence was received here yesterday,
through official channels, of an engagement
on Wednesday between one of our batteries
on the Potomac and number of FEEDER raj
vessels, which were descending the river for
the purpose, it is supposed, of making re-
connoissance. The action occurred off Evans
port-some distance above Aqua Creek
where a powerful battery of rifed cannon
has been constructed (as the enemy have
now reason to know,l under the command of
Gen. Holmes. Our fire was opened from the
'.masaed battery" upon the vessels, in mid
channel, with terrible effect. Two of the
steamers were crippled, being towed away
as the enemy were hauling off. The loss of
life is not stated.
The point where the enemy encountered
our battery is understood to be one of the
most commanding on the river, being a high
bluff or crest of ground between two creeks
which are tributary to the Potomac. 1t COM
mands the channel of the river point blank
Daily Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1860-1862, 1861-10-03
WILL BE READY FOR DELIVERY,
On Saturday, 5H October,
a NEW WORK j.,
S | A v { R Y ),
THE HON. JAMES WILLIAMS.

IS The entire profits Of all sales 10 be devoted 10
the relief of the sick and wounded soldiers of the Con
federate army under the direction and special charge
of the Ladies Soldiers Relief Society of Tennessee
Daily Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1860-1862, 1861-10-03
Advance in Iron,

OWING to the great advance in the price OF labor
" provisions, clothing, 'transportation-in short,
everything that enters into the production of IRON
compelled 10 advance the price of the article
One Cent per pound, take effect the first of October
WOODS, NEATMAN < co.
HIIIMAN BROS
Daily Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1860-1862, 1861-10-03
WaNtcN to Reut.

N0R term of years, for dairy purposes, One Two
Il FARMS, joining, well improved, on a good road
and close to the city This side of the river pref erred
Apply at this office, 10 the undersigned.
sept292w SCOTT & BRO.
Daily Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1860-1862, 1861-10-03
Recruits.

A BOUT 90 able-bodied men wanted for the First
u Battalion, Ten Cavalry Each recruit To furn
ish himself with horse. The term of enlistment of
the Battalion VIII expire the 23d Of May next I'M
less sooner discharged Apply to
W l.. HORN, Capt. Co. B.
C. :. Army
Sept % No. Z, Cedar ST.
Daily Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1860-1862, 1861-10-03
.RRIyAL OF MORE MEMBERs.

At noon yesterday the train brought up
Messrs. Miller, of Cecil, Mccoy, of Hartford.
Bayless, of Hartford, and Lawson, OF Somer-,
set. and Immediately on its arrival Mr.. Miller
was arrested and conveyed to the Guard
House. The others being loyal men, were
welcomed by the Union friends, and returned
Daily Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1860-1862, 1861-10-03
NOTICE.
Magistrates Notice.

T HEREBY forwarn all persons from trusting any
one, lit matters not who,) on my account without
nv orders L. W. GREENHAIGE.
Daily Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1860-1862, 1861-10-03
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