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Daily Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1860-1862, 1861-07-07
IFrom the Richmond Enquirer, July A..
Stirring News Expected.


We are informed by gentleman of this
city,who left Baltimore on Tuesday morning,
and who arrived from Winchester yesterday,
that large column of Federal troops, re-
ported at 1000, and supposed to be under
Generals Cadwalader and Patterson, crossed
the Potomac, on Tuesday, near illiamsport,
and were marching towards Mariinsburg-
that Col Jackson, of the Confederate army,
in command of 5000 or 1000 men had an
encounter with their advance column, and
had taken 40 prisoners, who had arrived at
Martinsburg, Tuesday night. at IL O'Clock
that jackson had afterwards retired to a
point three miles this side of Martinsburg-
that Governor Johnston, with twelve regi-
ments had arrived at Martinsburg late last
night, and was marching direct for the enc
my. A general engagement was confidently
expected to-day.
Our informant states that the condition of
things in Baltimore can hardly be exagger-
ated. 1t was expected that when General
Johnston touched the soil of Maryland, the
city of Baltimore would be laid in ruins.
Baltimore was full of Federal troops, regi-
ment, consisting of part of Pennsylvania,
and the Boston Flying Artillery was station
ed in front of the Gilmor House, a New York
regiment in Exchange Place, battery OF
brass field pieces ON Monument Square, in
front of the residence of Hon. Reverdy
johnson, and battery in Exchange Place,
both unlimbered and ready for action.
The secession feeling breaks out and is not
altogether crushed. The Confederate Flag
flies in the 9Th ward, swivels being placed in
the windows of the houses in that ward, to
resist any attempt to take the flag down.
Five thousand troops had passed through
Baltimore for Washington on Saturday, three
on Friday, and two on Monday.
Our informant states that it is generally
asserted in Baltimore that there were close on
$4,000 troops in Washington. We believe
this however to be great exaggeration.
Daily Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1860-1862, 1861-07-07
A Daring Adventure and sharp Work
near Alexandria.

BY a gentleman who came passenger over
the Central and Orange roads yesterday, We
learn that on Sunday evening last, sharp
skirmish took place between a scouting party
of our troops and strong picket of the enc
my, posted near Hunting Greek, and within
a short distance of Alexandria. The conf. d.
crate party were composed of five men from
the Governors Guard, five of the Goochland
Cavalry and twenty Alabamians, besides
three guides; thirty three in all. By some
means they possessed themselves of the coun-
tersign of the enemy, and thus succeeded in
passing two lines OF sentinels, intending to
get as far down as possible, and gather up all
on their return. They now came, however,
upon strong piquet of about fifty men, who
had become apprised of their approach, and
fred upon them as they advanced, killing
one of their number, Sergeant Henry Haines
of the Governors Guard, Capt. Cabell, OF
Richmond city. The fire was promptly re-
turned when the enemy fed, leaving five dead
upon the ground. The fugitives rapidly
gained their camp which was near by, and
spread the alarm; whereupon our party saw
the necessity of az immediate retreat, which
they effected without further loss or incident.
Intelligence subsequently received repre-
eents that the daring stroke above described,
filled the invaders ia Alexandria with alarm
and expectations of speedy and general at.
tack.-RiehHond Enquirer.
Daily Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1860-1862, 1861-07-07
To the CITIZEN. of Davidson County.

To the Citizens of Davidson County.
The Safety Committee, representing each
civil district 10 the county and ward in the
CITY, convened at the Court House on yes
terday, and unanimously adopted the follow
ing preamble and resolutions:
WHEREAS, In the opinion of this Commit
tee. the objects for which it was created by
the citizens of Davidson county, and the du-
justify its interference in matters of election
By the people.
ResoIced, therefore, That it is inexpedient, if
not improper, for this committee to suggest
or nominate. for the consideration of the pub
lie. the names of any person or persons as
candidates for the Legislature in the ap-
preaching election.
Resolued further, That in view of the perils
surrounding us, both at home and in the
North. this Committee most solemnly urge
upon all the good people of this county
friendly to the constitutional rights of the
South as against the tyrannical usurpations
of the North, to be firmly united, and not sui
fer themselves to be divided by a multipli-
city of candidates, but man to unite in
support OF those best fitted to sustain and
protect the interests of the State, and to con.
duet the people through the war of the sec
ond Revolution in which we are now invOlv-
ed.
ResoEped further, That these resolutions be
furnished the city papers. for publication.
r. G. FOSTER, ST., Chm.
P. L. NICHoL, Sec'y.
Daily Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1860-1862, 1861-07-07

The Next GoyERNoR.-We are determined
to avoid, if possible, a contest even among
friends, for the Office of Governor. And the
best way to do this is for all to unite on Gov.
Harris and urge him 10 serve another term.
Ii this is not done the probability lie we shall
have several candidates in the field, sowing
the seeds for future strifes. Gov. Harris has
borne himself periodically in the present
troubles of the country. and, from bis official
position. fully understands the whole issue;
he Is unquestionably the man for the times.
and we would be glad to see the press all over
the State speak out for him. Whilst old par.
ties had an existence we were ever opposed to
Gov. Harris and the party with which he act
ed-but the causes which then divided us, as
Shigs and Democrats, no longer exist, and
so far as we are concerned we shall try and
forget that parties ever divided Us. A man
in this solemn hour of the struggles of the
South to suffer bis prejudices engendered in
past times, to influence his action now, is
wanting In the true measure Of patriotism
", r. Wing.
Daily Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1860-1862, 1861-07-07
From the Richmond Enquirer.


The following extract from letter written
by Capt. VIM. III. Werth to friend 10 this
city gives q graphic account of his daring on
slaught on the enemy near Newport News
some weeks since; and as it is the first au-
thorized version of a remarkable incident of
the war, which has been variously reported,
we give the statement in full in Capt Werth's
own words, deeming it well worth place in
our columns:
81 left our eucampment at Bethel in COM
mand of 20 dragons, selected from the
Hampton Dragons Capt. Philips-himself
making one of the party. My object was a
close reconnaissance of the enemy's position
at Newport News.
Having reached point about 81 miles
from that post, observed, with the aid of
my glass, eight men clustered together on
the shore, above the enemy's works, and in
moment afterwards saw them in full run to-
wards their encampment. At the time of
making this observation L was accompanied
by Capt Philips and three privates, the re-
mainder of the detachment being in the rear.
1t being indispensable to the attainment of
my object that this picket should be intercept
ted in order to prevent alarm at the post, we
dashed down the road, drumming parallel with
the river and leading to Newport News,) for
some three miles in pursuit, when detached
Capt. Philips and his three men to the right
to cut off their retreat, while pressed on
still further towards the fertilization to make
sure of intercepting them if they escaped
Capt P. When within about three hundred
yards of Newport News, and having turned
towards the river, found myself within SO
yards of party of the enemy, engaged in
cutting wood, their muskets stacked around
pine tree. Not having been observed by
them, / drew up under cover of q thicket,
and found the party to consist OF twenty
seven priyates, one commissioned officer and
one non-commissioned officer.
Just then the picket guard, which Captain
Philips party had failed to cut of, rushed
into the camp of Massachusetts regiment en-
camped outside of the works, and not more
than ITO yards from where was, and sound
ed the alarm. ] saw that whatever bad to
do must be done quickly; SO drew my re-
volver, gave real Camanohe war-whoop,
and dashed into the party of 20 all told. My
first shot was at the officer in command. who
fell dead; my second at private, with the
same result; my third missed its aim, In con-
sequence of my horse being very FESTIVE un-
der the shouting and firing, and / killed
mule-perhsps the most respectable indIvi-
dual of the whole party.
My shout being answered BY Capt. Philips
and his party, the enemy conceived them
selves attacked by formidable force, and
yelling shook outI look out! these Virginia
horsemen are upon US !" they rushed in con-
sternation towards their encampment, not
stopping even to seize their arms.
The Massachusetts, regiment started two
companies down K protect their party, bat,
upon meeting them flying in all directions,
and hearing the firing and shouting, caught
the pseic, and raising the cry Of "vIrginia
Daily Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1860-1862, 1861-07-07
MOUNTAINEERING,
Penmanship & Photography.

MANY situations in business that have been made
INl vacant, will Of course be filed by those who are
best qualified
Instead of copying, memorizng, &C., the object OF
Mr.. D0LBEAR'S teaching, is to give the pupil tho
rough knowledge of principles and skill in their
application.
Book keeping when thus taught is interesting ex
ercse the mind while gaining that knowledge OF ac
which every child should possess ten years
of age. As child is acquainted with the four
ground rules of arithmetic he should be skilfu
in handling accounts kept by single entry This will
give Ike reality 10 his knowledge of figures and
make him feel the necessity OF extending that know
edge TO interest, scount, sc. He shohld next be
taught TO and know that single entry book keeping
is matter of science, and that contrary to general
opinion the correctness Of be proved
easily whea kept by single entry when kept by
double entry. This becomes the more important, be-
cause more than half of all accounts and ought 10
be kept by single entry Wheh single entry Is thus
understood double entry becomes easy OF attainment
and every pupil should 60 through several sets Of
books in each style.
II is only in book keeping that child can see the
proper application OF arithmetic 20 business. He
should therefore be early made acquainted with it,
What estment parents make for the bene
t OF Children than IN knowledge OF these branchess
Penmanship and Photography taught usual.
Rooms in Kirkman's buildings, corner of Summer
and Union streets.
Hours 20 S P. NJ, and as TO at night.
Daily Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1860-1862, 1861-07-07
soldiers in Service for Gov. Harris.

EDITORS MEMPHIS APPEAL: AT Camp
Brown, near Union City, on the I'd of July.
at full meeting of the officers and men of
the 9th regiment. commanded by Col. Will
liam I'll. Stephens, after an address by Col.
Stephens. the following resolutions were Of
fered by him, and were adopted by acclama-
ton, the whole regiment, with one voice,
uniting in their passage:
Resolped, That we have the fullest conf
dence in the capacity and craftsmanship of
our patriotic Governor, Isham G. Harris, and
it is our ardent desire that he msy be re
elected without opposition.
Resoired, That, deprived, as we probably
will be Of the privilege of voting In the
election, we do respectfully ask our friends
at home to unite upon Governor Harris, ss
a proper compliment to him, and as the best
means of gratifying the absent soldiers.
Daily Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1860-1862, 1861-07-07
The Polk Meeting in maury.

We gave the Polk movement yesterday the
advantage of an endorsement By meeting
at Columbia. The Herald, of Saturday. makes
the following statement relative to the meet
ing. 1t was not an endorsement, after all
A mass meeting was called at the Court
House on Monday last. 20 ratify the an
nouneement of W. I'll. Polk as candidate for
Governor. A large crowd was in attend
auce. A. H. Hughes, Esq, offered resolu-
tiOn endorsing the announcement, which, be-
ing put to the vote of the crowd, was voted
down by majority. The papers of this
place were requested not to publish the resO-
Luton by decided vote of the assembly;
hence. their absence from the Herald. The
meeting adjourned sine de.
Daily Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1860-1862, 1861-07-07

MEMPHIS TO New ORLEANs.-We have great
pleasure in announcing that the city of Men,
phis is now in direct railroad connection with
the city of New Orleans. The connection of
the Mississippi and Tennessee road with the
Mississippi road at Grenada, has, by the ener-
getic efforts OF Mr.. Richards, the auditor of the
road, been accomplished. The traveller can
now go along one unbroken road from Mem
phis to New Orleans, and we hope the day is
not far distant when the connection will be
extended by the Iron Mountain to st. Louis.
Memphis Appeal.
Daily Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1860-1862, 1861-07-07

Re We would call the particular attention of every
reader to the advertisement of McLeans Strengthen
ing Cordial and Volcanic OIL Imminent. They are too
well known in this community TO require recommen-
datons. But there many of our readers who are
suffering rom arrangement of their digestive or
gans without the slightest idea OF the cause Civ
ing rise to symptoms such dependency, nervous
unpleasant feeling, indecsion lack of energy, making
existence burden. To all who may be so afflicted
try this Cordial it will give immediate relief To all
who may be afflicted with Sores pains of any
try the Liniment See the advertisement in another
co urnn. iuIy2-Im
Daily Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1860-1862, 1861-07-07
Maney's Combined Reaper and
Mower,

WITH WOODS IMPR0VEMENT.-Ths celebrated
wv Machine received the first premium Of Grand
GOLD MEDAL as the best combined Reaping and Now
ing Machine the great United States Agricultural
Fair held Louisville, KY, in September, 1851
The trial came on Syracuse, New York, IN July
were thoroughly tested The committee made their
awards through Marshal p Wilder. President United
States Agricultural Society, at Louisville, KY.
IL also received the award the best Reaper, and
as the best Mower, before two separate committees,
appointed by the President OF the Davidson County
Agricultural Society," Nashville, in July 1884,
most Of the Machines in use IN Tennessee
Numerous other premiums and awards were given
this Machine during the last season. over every Ma
chine in America.
We have on hand lot Of these Machines, that we
sre selling At greatly reduced prices.
june6-dxW2H. ARMSTRONG B co.
Daily Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1860-1862, 1861-07-07

norseirsn |. tock TIE doabis quick aisc for
camp. In less than two minutes after my
shout and firing. my whole detachment came
DIP 1t the top of their speed, when we swept
mp the acclivity on the left flank of the Mass
achusetts regiment, gave three cheers within
l50 yards of battery of two twelve-pound
pieces, and retired at a walk until we reach
ed the woods.
1t seems, from the report of a prisoner.
taken at the battle of Bethel, that Toe stanpe-
dsd the whole regiment; as they all took refuge
from Athe Virginia horsemen" within the
f0rtifications as fast their legs could carry
than. We suspected as much at the time.
This ie correct statement of an incident
that has been so variOusly stated in the pa
pers. Altogether, it was the richest scene
ever witnessed, aud to hear the Hessi.ns
screaming "Virginis horsemen look cut !
look outP' nth only one man after them, was
worth q whole week of ones life"
Capt. Philips aud his men proved them
selves on this occasion to be of the very best
material for any emergency.
Daily Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1860-1862, 1861-07-07
Well Done.-we like to see work v

Well DOne.-We like to see work well done,
and from the favorable reports, which we are con-
stanty receiving in relation to DR.. weaver's Canker
and Salt Rheum Syrup, Canker Cure and Cerate, we
are inclined to think all humors can now be cured,
without njurng the constitution. Tie author of these
medicines has shown himself workman, rightly
comprehending the nature of humors and chronic
complaints, and adapting his remedies their entire
removal. We have more confidence in these prepare
tons, than any other article ever offered to the public
Juiy2-Im
Daily Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1860-1862, 1861-07-07
From, washington,

WASHINGTON, July 6.--Cameron and Ere
mont have gone to Fortress Monroe. john
son is seven miles from Martinsburg in force.
A general advance is not yet made, and the
| Southerners are still approaching the federal
| lines. A general Federal movement occurs
during the coming week.
| ALBANY, July 6.-The steamer New World
| sunk. A fire last night destroyed five whole
| squares, two freight depots, passenger de-
pot and elevator; fifty freight cars, forty-four
| of which were loaded; fire and canal boats.
| LOGS, 100000. Several lives were lost.
WASHINGTON. July 6.-Patterson's whole
| force is at Martinsburg. The Federal pickets
| fired on each other, killing one. Gen. Nc
Clellan is reported within two days of Mar
tinsburg. johnson is within three miles of
Martinsburg, with 1000 men less than the
| Federal troops.
WASHINGTON. July CT. Fl. Walton. Gov
| ernor of Utah, deemng the support of Lin
| coins movements inconsistent with his duty
| has resigned.
Col. Duryea is appointed Brlgadier Gen
| eral.
The Monticello accommodating five miles
above Newport News discovered 700 South
| erners and opened fire, landing eight compa-
MES. No particulars.
The British Counsel insists on visiting Bal
| timore on business.
| A truce flag accompanied the armed tug
Hawkins.
The Zouaves encountered the Southerners.
Three Southerners and six Zsuaves killed.
The ZOuaves sent for reinfurcements.
WASHINGTON, July 6.-News is meagre. The
Republican caucus decided to push business
rapidly.
War appropriations will be made at once.
Wilson's bills TO increase the army and
ratify Lincoln's acts were referred to COM
mittee.
II is hot C.;t
are preparing compromise. There is no
prospect OF its ever being received for dis
cussion.
Breckenridge is member of the Commit
tee on Foreign relations.
The Posts special dispatch says 10000 Fed
erals have crossed the Potomac in the last "a
hours
From New York.
NEW YORK. July G.--The steamer Great
Eastern has arrived at Farther Point with
Liverpool dates of the 9th.
The HIbernian arrived out on the 18th.
end the City of Washington on the Goth.
Cotton sales of 3 days $4,000 bales, OF
which spectators and exporters too TO- 900
bales; closing finn; quotations unchanged
Breadstuffs rather frmer, with more inquiry.
Provisions steady; consols S9saS91.
The confagralion raging at London when
the last steamer left is the most disastrous
for generations. The loss is estimated at
over three million pounds.
The Sultan of Turkey is dead.
The recognition of the Kir gdom of Italy
by France has been formally announced.
From Kansas.
LEAvENwoRTH, July Gov. Jackson;s
Secretary calls the Missouri Legislature to
meet at Sarcoxie, 20 miles ifem Fort Scott,
and pass secession ordinance.
Montgomery has entered Missouri with 400
men.
From Ohio.
COLUMBUS, Ohio, July 6.-Twenty Virginia
prisoners are here.
From Boston.
BosToN, July Ga fire at Pltts6eld. Loss
$50, 900.
100000 worth OF property.
Daily Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1860-1862, 1861-07-07
gg GettararIl.

and recognized agent of the Southern Associated
Press, that point, the New York Associated Press
having ceased 10 have any control of matter tele-
graphed to newspapers south of Louisville.
No telegraph operator agent is permitted to make
up such reports The Telegraph Company has no
agency whatever in the preparation oil dispatches for
the press is it in any responsible for the
character or truth of this kind of news.
Daily Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1860-1862, 1861-07-07
DRUMS! FIFES!!

HAVE nearly completed $50 Wood Shell Drums,
i which will compare favorably with those of New
York manufacture and will be sold follows;-Ten-
nor SO to SIS: Bass SIS to $25. Orders from the
country will receive prompt attention and satisfac
ton guaranteed Also FLIES of qualities from so
to So. For Wood Drums apply to the old Music House
OF JAS. A. MCCLURE.
mayl2 80 Union street
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corporation Taxes.

CRY HALL. June 81, 1861.
TNAXPAYERS are hereby notified that the Taxes for
l. Corporation purposes for the year 1851, will be
due, according to law, on the FIRST OF JULY, and
that they must call at the Collectors Office, upper end
of the Market House, and pay the same. The neces-
sites the Corporation such that very little in
diligence can be given. Those interested will please
take warning. A NELSON,
iune22-Im Collector.
Daily Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1860-1862, 1861-07-07
Bite OF a Rattlesnake Cured in Five
Minutes.

NEssRs. PERRY DAVIS SoN-Gents: A merchant of
Lnnoeus, in this State, informs that recently
of his sons severely bitten the leg by rattle
snake, from the effects of which he suffered most
dreadfully The family CHANGING to have some of Per-
ry Davis Pain Killer in the house Immediately CON-
menced bathing the bitten place, without knowing
whether it would not, afford tie least relief but
surprising it may seem, the poE observ
ed to exude from the wound, and in five minutes
the young man fell asleep. entirely free from PAIN,
any effect from the bite, except the flesh wound which
healed very By giving publicity to this fact in
your pamphlet designed for Southern and Western dis
tribulion, and such countries poisonous reptiles
more less abound, it might the cause of hu-
manity and be the Of supplying an artile the
want Of which has long been experienced
Yours Respectfully,
July2-lm Il. BLAKESLEY, st. Louis Mo.
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CostIveness. or Hab1tuaI ConstIpa-

OVstHSeHcsss OF TtdDItudI COh6tIpas
tIOn.-From these Affections arise many of the all
ings of men, We hear daily, people complain of head
ache, nervous debility, etc. and generally the
of the complaint can be traced their constipated
bits. remedy for the of this trouble is what
they want. We recommend Dr. Richardson's Sherry
Wine Bitters to all afflicted let them take it three
times each day, half hour before eating their meals
and in it they will find Our physicians recon-
mend in their practice, and its great merits fast
becoming known In the Western States.
ir1Iu Il
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CoxPTRoLLER's OFFICE,

Nashville, Tenn, July Sd, 1861.
RY virtue OF an act of the legislature passed the
II LIST inst, hereby give notice that the interest
upon ali state Bonds Bonds upon which the State
may be liable, will be paid at this place. provided
said bonds are not owned now, not owned on
or subsequently to the 18th OF April 1861 by citizens
or corporations OF the non-saveholdng States of the
United States OF America Satisfactory proof of
ershp on and after the 18th of April, will be required
by the affidavit of the holder and other proof where
the party is not personally well known taken before
Notary Public or other person authorized admins
ter an oath in the county where taken. Citizens and
corporations of friendly foreign powers will be paid in
sterling other exchange. j. t. DUNLAP
Julyo-d&NlW Comptroller.