Fremont journal. [volume] (Fremont, Sandusky County [Ohio]) 1853-1866, 1861-05-03
Saturday Nights Report.

Frederick, Maryland April 27th.-The Gov
ernor's Message briefly details the startling
events which induced him to assemble the Leg
islature. He had labored earnestly to induce
the President to forego the purpose of passing
troops through Maryland; but the reply was
that a military necessity rendered it unavoida-
BILE. He had refused Gen. Butler consent to land
forces at Annapolis and protested against his
taking possession of Annapolis Railroad. Not
withstanding our most learned and intelligent
citizens admit the right of the Government to
transport troops over the road, it is evident that
portion of Maryland oppose the exercise Of
this right. His convictions are that the safety
of Maryland lies in preserving neutral posi-
ton between the North and South. Maryland
has violated no right of either section, and has
done all it can to avoid impending war. He ho-
ped that Maryland might act mediator. He
cannot counsel Maryland to take sides against
| the General Government until it shall commit
outrage upon her which will Justify her in re-
sisting its authority. Our geographical posi-
| ton alone forces us to this This had been all
the while the groundwork of his policy, and he
was convinced that it had been approved by a
large majority of the people He appeals to the
Legislature not to sever the bond between Ma
ryland and the Government by passion, but to
act with prudence and christian like temper.
The Senate passed bill prohibiting the issue
of notes under So, under penalty. The Senate
adopted an address to the people of Maryland,
act of Secession, but if the people desire it, it
will give them an opportunity of declaring for
themselves their future destiny. The House
has not acted thereon, but has appointed Com
mittee to report an act calling Convention
Scott of Baltimore, is the chairman.
Philadelphia, April 27th.-A steam Tug pur-
sued and captured the Tug W. B. Ramsey, in
the Delaware Bay. She had recently been pur-
chased here, supposed for the Southern Confed-
eraey. The prize was handed to the Navy
Yard authorities. ar
Perrysville, Md, April 27th.--A Government
messenger left Washington at i o'clock this
morning, and reports the track this side of An
napolis Junction torn up by the Secessionists of
the vicinity for two miles. 1t will soon be re-
paired. Itwas proposed this morning to move
5000 troops to Washington.
J. S. Patten, of Massachusetts, bearer of dis
patches from Gen. Scott, arrived here He says
the Commander at Harper's Ferry had given
ASSURANCES that Virginia would not allow any
attaclS& the Capital from her soil. This IS
confirmed by gentlemen from Richmond as be-
ing the sentiments of Governor Letcher. i'.
No flags of any kind were allowed in Balti-
more to-day in consequence of flag demonstra-
ton yesterday, and the unionists' determination
of keeping theirs up.
Several Regiments passed Annapolis Junction
last night for Washington. $4,000 troops are in
the Capital, and 5000 more on the way.
Baltimore, April 27th.--It is said that on Fri
day evening Propeller with troops &c, rein
( forced Fort McHenry. The United States re-
ceving ship Allegheny is now at the Fort Sc
veral vessels withoutthe necessary passes were
overhauled on Thursday in attempting to leave
the Harbor, and detained for examination
Troops from Howard county were called out on
Friday and went four miles from Annapolis
Junction, where United States troops are pass
ing. Another Massachusetts, volunteer died
this morning of his injuries.
Harrisburgh, April 27th.-Five car loads Of
fugitives from the South arrived here to-day
Twenty-Five Philadelphians from Richmond
also arrived. All had been wOrkmen at the shot
and shell foundery at that city, They went
there five weeks since and now return on pass
given by Gov. Letcher. They report that q
Philadelphian is engaged in modernizing 5000
old flint lock muszets for Virginia. Reports of
travellers from Baltimore indicate a strong dis
position among conservatives to rise and take
the power in their own hands from the mob
The restoration of Federal allegiance is conf
IDENTIFY predicted. The despatch about rails be-
ing torn up on the Railroad between Annapolis
and Washington is thought to be incorrect =
| Adrian, Mich, April 27th.-At a special meeI
ting of the Common Council, S250O was ap-
propriated to equip and outfit volunteers enlist
ing here; like amount had been previously
raised by private subscription for same purpose.
New York, April 27th.-A special newspaper
uaHh WIN sUtAiV .o-ihoio", anu every ounday
morning, for Albany, over Hudson Railroad
during the war. esm--
Six sloops, laden with g0n-powder, were sei-
zed on suspicion of being intended for the use
of the South. The steamer Nashville has been
taken by the authorities at Charleston. 1t is
not known whether she was seized or purchas-
ed. The former Lieut.. of the Harriet Lane has
been appointed commander of the Nashville
He intends using her 70 intercept California
steamers. II Is positively stated she has letters
ade at Charleston harbor, City quiet; -four Sl5
per barrel.
Private advices from New Orleans certify that
the attempt to negotiate the Confederate loan
proved a signal failure. Only 81 100000 taken
altogether Montgomery advices state that
$l2 100000 has been taken Confederate sol
diers yet unpaid' plenty Of provisions, but short
of munitions Of war. Four Privateers from
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