The daily exchange. [volume] (Baltimore, Md.) 1858-1861, 1861-06-07

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We are told that part of Mr.. Percevars policy
was the complete suhjugaton OF London to the
control of a military force. "Nnt only did he
mediate this" says the indignant historian, "but
he had the audacity to propose it to the Parliament,
and if bis life had not been taken the evening of
the llth May, 1912, he that very evening going
to propose in due form Il resolution for the estah-
! lishment of permanent army to be stationed in
Marv-e-bone park, for the avowed purpose of keep
! ing the metropolis in awe"
The measure, which the most tyrannical and
narrow-minded of English statesmen only designed,
and for designing which his name has been damned
to lasting inamy, has, in State and in city,
been openly and publicly accomplished Who that
walks our streets can question the truth OF this
assertit n? But let for the present be calm and
| resigned, and comfort ourselves by rehecing on
the slavery Of European nations and the glories
of American liberty.
"Patience," saws the unfortunate Durandarte to
his cousin Montesnos, "patience, D cousin, and
shuttle the cards." QUoUSQUE.
FROM MISSOURI.
Proclamation of NajOr-Gencral Sterling
Price-He .uspects that the State Troops
are to be Disarmed--He Declares the Policy
of Missouri, and will Resist such an At
tempt.
HEADQUARTERS Missouri GUARDS, /
JEFFERSON CITY, June 4, 1851. !
To the Brigadier Generals commanding the sereraJ
Military Districts ia Missouri:
To correct Misrepresentation and prevent all
Misunderstanding of my opinions and intentions in
reference TO the military trust c0nfIded to me DY
the Government of Missouri, | d-sre to state to
you and to the people generally that my past and
present position as private citizen. a member of
our State Convention, and as a military command
er, and my Influence have been exerted to prevent
the transfer of the seat of war from the Atlantic
States to own State.
Having taken steps toward dSsolving our con-
nection with the Federal Government, there
no reason whatever for disturbing the peace and
tranquility of Missouri. | have therefore desired,
and such | am authorized has been and still is the
desire of the Chief Executive under whose orders
acted, that the people of Missouri should exercise
the right to choose their position in any con-
test which might be forced upon them, unaded by
any military force whatever. Their right to bear
arms in defence of themselves and of their State
cannot be questioned, secured, it is, by both the
Constitution of the United States and of this
State.
For the purpose, therefore, of securing to the
people OF Missouri free exercise of their undOubted
rights, and with a view to preserve peace and
der thrOug ghOut the State, agreement has been
entered into between Gen. Harvey and myself,
which consider alike honorable to both parties
and Governments represented. The Federal Gov
ernment, however, has thought proper to remove
Gen. Harney from the command OF the Depart
ment of the West; but as the successor of General
Harney will certainly consider himself and his
Government in honor bound to carry out this
agreement in good faith, feel assured that his
removal should give cause of uneasiness to our
citizens for the securities of their liberties and
property. | intend my part to adhere both
to its spirit and to the letter. The rurnors in
circulation that it is the intention of the
officer in command of this depot to disarm
those of our citizens who do not agree in opinion
with the Administration at Washington, and put
arms in the hands of those who in some localities
OF the State are supposed to sympathiZe with the
views of the Federal Government, are, trust, I'M
founded The purpose of such a movement could
not be misunderstood, and it would not only be a
palpable violation of the agreement referred to,
and an equally plain violation OF constitution
al rights, but gross indignity 90 the citizens of
the State, which would be resisted to the last
tremity.
My wish and hope is that the people of the State
OF Missouri be permitted in peace and security
to decide upon their future course; and so far
as my ability can effect this object it shall be ac-
complishrd.
The people of Missouri cannot be forced, under
the terrors of military invasion, into position
not OF their free choice.
A million OF such people as the citizens of
Missouri were never yet subjugated, and, if at
tempted let no apprehension be entertained of the
result.
! enoin upon you, gentlemen, to see that all
citizens of whatever opinion in politics religion,
De protected in their persons and property.
lSigned STERLING PRICE,
Major General Commanding.
Reported Movements in Wash ington.
fyS ms G0TesP"Mas"ts Of the Norhsrn Oo,%Gs
enty-first Regiment were detailed this afternoon
to GO down the Potomac to Aqua Greek, in the
steamer Mount Vernon
. Gen. James will engage the rebel battery at the
above named point with two or three of bis heav-
lest riied cannon, the Secretary of the Navy have
ing already rendered him vessel of war for that |
purpose
1t is certain that the Government contempIates
sending large force down the Potomac for opera
tions at Aqua Greek. All the steam vessels now |
lying at the Navy Yard have received orders TO |
prepare for the transportation Of uruUps, and be |
ready to leave at a moments warning. All of |
hp IN hav Epnt stpan, nsin loct ,T,,It
The position of Ma General Banks was finally |
settled to, day. The President, against all argu-
ment to the contrary, backed by Lieutenant Cen
era Scott, has determined that General Banks |
shall take the field at the head of column operating
nn the coast, in connection with General Butler.
General Banks will assume his command at once.
The New York Union Defence Committee are
here in full force, straighten some of their late
crooked transactions with the Government. One
member Of the Committee, it is said, charged the |
Government one hundred thousand dollars more
than he had offered to sell the same vessel for on
y few days previous.
Colt, of pistol fame, is here, arranging with the
Government for the sale of his weapon.
The movement of battalion of District militia
to point about four miles north of Georgetown,
and half mile above the chain bridge, on the
Wary land side, for the purpose of assuming forti-
led position, indicates apprehension of a flank
by the rebels.
Promotions and appointments to fill the vacan-
cies created by designations and dismissals in the
army will not be made until about the time of the
meeting of the extra session of Congress
Henry Ward Beecher obtained from the Presi-
dent and Secretary of War yesterday all that he
required TO arm and send forward his Brooklyn
'eg iment.
The Bartlett Brigade so called has been accent
ed by the President, with the understanding that
it is re organized without Colonel Bartlett.
Inc mali from New Orleans of June lst has been
'eceived. The Department is informed that for
ome unexplained reason, the mail to New Orleans
Vas made up as usual in New York to June l.
Skirmish in Missouri.
LEAVENWoRrH, June 4.-On Monday night par
y OF volunteers captured a secession flag at apan,
Missouri. They were fired on and three volunteers
we're wounded.
Troops for Washington.
ELMIRA, June 6.-The Nineteenth New York
" Nashington via Harrisburg.
NEw YORK. June 6.-The Maine Third Regiment
EFT here at five o'clock for Washington, via the
Amboy route.
The Confederate Cabinet.
LoUIsVILLE, June G.-Ihe Richmond Wig of the
Ist says Virginian will be put in the Confederate
jabinet, rice Secretary of War Walker.
Combined Movement of Federal Troops.
There are so many rumors afoat as to the proba-
Die onward movement of the federal troops further
nto Virginia, that little dependence is to be placed
N any of them. The New York Express, however,
las statement from correspondent that looks
probable. After stating that there will probably
,e no immediate advance on Manassas Junction or
Aquia Creek, the writer proceeds:
About IA, 200 troops collecting on the Penn
ylvania line, including the Fort Sumter force,
Capt. Doubleday, a body of United States engi-
leers, artillery, cavalry, &c.
Four brigades, sixteen regiments, will be at
by the close of the week. Col Bal
ier's rifle regiment. MeMullen's company of des-
'erate roughs, the Scott Legion and the Phiadel.
'hia City Troop among them.
artillery a he hatt
ons of that arm under orders, and of these the
chief Is the Fort Sumter garrison. General Pat
erson's aim has been to secure those who have
een service. Col. Dare's fine reg iment of Phila-
lepha CITY Guards will be part of the marching
'rmy, which it is supposed will not be less than
10000 The Confederate forces are being posted at
Harper's Ferry and Norfolk. The move
nents planned out for the United States corps
Parmee of Gen. Mcclellan, is from the West for
Zen. Patterson, from the North for Gen. Mellow
Ill, from Washington, leaving Gen. Butler for sea-
BOARD. Gen. Scott is either to force the Confede
ates to concentrate at Richm md and risk battle
here, or to cut them off in detail and thus render
he capture OF the main point more easy.
McMuen's men, it is said, will lead the fOrlorn
lope at Harper's Ferry, supported by the Scott
legion. Brigadier General Thomas is spoken of
Is having been fixed upon to command the dvance
brigade. He is sklful officer, and was lately
colonel OF the cavalry regiment now at Chambers
'urg. This latter force is expected to be increased
~ additions from Fort Leavenwortb, from the
companies which have seen service there on the
,reat plains, that the cavslry will be not only
numerous but exceedingly effective.
Gen. Mcclellan, it is thought will do most SER
rice by crossing from Grafton to Winchester, and
cutting off the retreat of the Confedcrates down
he valley. To do this position be must also take
lp position at Strasburg, as to prevent Lees
orce east of the mountains from quick transit by
ailroad to his rear.
Holding these two positions, and Gen. Patter-