The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-08-09
OPERATIONS Of GENERAL BANKS ARMY.
OUR SANDY HOOK CORRESPONDENCE.
NEAR HEADQUARTERS,

OUR SANDY HOOK CORRESPONDENCE.
NEAR HEADQUARTERS, I
SANDY HOOK, Md, Aug. q, IDOL
Ne,os from the Army Of the Interesting Sab
bath Erereses-Fteld Sports Among the Sodisr--A Js-
veile Runascay Slaue-An Idea Of What the Stare Popu
lation Think Of the Var for the Union--The Enemy
Resting IN their Guns--6eperol Banks on The OH Vire
Arrival Of Additional Troops-The Soldiers in High
State Of "Vegaation' Ski,anishes If The Maryland Vol
unteers Nth the Enemy, de-
This the first Sabbath that has occurred since the army
of the Shenandoah encampcd in Pleasant Valley, has
passed very quietly. Religious exercises held in
several Of the regiments, those in the camp of the New
York Ninth being particularly impressive The fine band
attached to this regiment discoursed eloquent sacred
music at intervals during the services and the effect was
heightened by the solemn hills that surround the camps
catching up the strains and echong them back again.
During the afternoon funeral exercises were held
the remains OF Benjamin Coon Of Company Twelfth In
diana regiment, who died Of typhoid fever and in
TERED in the quiet little graveyard the grounds
pied by colonel Gearys Twenty eighth Pennsylvania reg
ment Deceased much esteemed by his comrades,
and he buried with the honors Of war
The more serious Of the day relieved
by some impromptu field sports in the most delightfully."-
situated camp Of the Pennsylvania regiment commanded
by Colonel Mann Fresh meat has been scarce for
time past and it was told that live bullock had been
furnished the regiment for it to slaughter and dress up
Some OF the sbnrpshooters turned and the entertain
ment that ensued was not unlike Spanish bull
fight. About three hundred of the remaining
members of the corps witnessed the spectacle.
And what with the unsuccessful firing Of some, the
chasing after the frightened animal, the successful
and unsuccessful attempts at assoing, and many other
incidents OF the chase an hour or two passed. which
seemed TO afford rare amusement TO the boys, who have
heen aching for sport as well as fresh meat for long
time. II was finally brought down by crack from the
rifle of the Colonel OF the regiment. During the chase
unfortunate rabbit started up and long had
after the little creature with the thermometer ut 10,
until was finally secured in its attempt take refuge
in one of the tents In few minutes thereafter il was
killed dressed and ready for the burning coasa delicate
morsel for the craving stomach Of its captor.
This afternoon likely looking black boy entered the
camp OF Captain McMnln's Independent Rangers, and
wanted a job. He said his name was Emanuel Butler,
that he was owned by Mr. Arnold of Beckctstown and
that he had made up his mind TO secure his freedom.
Sunday being day of relief from his labors he sought
the camp Of the Union troops, having travelled about
thirty miles since morning for that purpose. He
planned Of no harsh treatment from his master acknow
lodged that he was comfortably clothed and fed that
he had opportunities 10 do Overwork for which he
ceived the profits himself He said the slaves in his
neghborhood did not generally expect that the Northern
army came South for the purpose Of freeing Them but for
himself he had always had an idea and hope that he
would be free since he old enough to think on
the subject. Captain McMuin advised hin to return to
his master as there was no doubt he wOud be identified
aud sent back, when he might expect harsh treatment
The Captain said he better OFF where he was than
he went North, where many OF his color where badly of
left for other parts This the first of the kind
that has occurred General Banks assumed the
mand Of this military department He was away from
headquarters nj the time the slave presented himself and
he therefore, had not the opportunity give his initial
decision in matters involved in tho return Of fugitves
der similar circumstances. Butler said his
rank rebel and appeared expect sympathy on that
account.
There indications of the presence of the enemy
in any considerable force in this vicinity Saving the
dcpredatons Of the guerilla mounted parties the other
side OF the Potomac, and the untirng vigilance Of
pickes, night and day. would hardly imagine that
this romantic and beautiful region was arena of civil
The forces under General Banks are not likely to make
any forward movement for the present. Some Of the
cavalry may change their quarters few miles further
down the river in Virgin Valley where there is said to
be better forage for horses.
Colonel Murphy's Twenty ninth Pennsylvania volun-
teer regiment arrived by special train this afternoon
ahott half past four. They lost two the way ,
both from heat One died in the city Of Philadelphia
The appear much exhausted by fatigue and the ex
ccsslvely hot weather. They will be encamped on an
elevated field near the camp OF the Indiana Sixteenth
Colonel Mrphys regiment has been attached to Colonel
Fresh vegetables continue arrive camp in plentiful
quantities They arc devoured with much eagerness by
the men, who were without them for several days after
the column moved from the Virginia side.
Since Colonel Gearys Pennsylvania regiment have been
in their present quarters forest OF shade trcesccdar
young chestnut, cherry, &chas Drisen II by magic
Tn, principal street is named Pittsburg avenue on n
egbc sign board Chestnut street is also pretty tho
roughare The evince much taste in adjoining their
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were sure OF remaining at any point any length Of
time, other regiments would improve the opportunity
make their quarters more comfortable than they
are. The uncertainties Of war, and the necessity Of
prompt and lively movements, discourage the troops
from taking very extensive pains sarround themselves
with Injuries that they can, necessary, readily dis
pense with.
There is great want Of postage stamps here and al
though Sergeant Miller makes capital postmaster the
Hook the want of these necessary appendages occasions
no little Inconvenience to correspondents.
SANDY Hook, Nd, August 5, 1861.
Another bright and brilliant day. and the army Of the
Shenandoah in remarkably good health and spirits. Sick
prevails to a slight extent in Of the regiments
but there has been yet but fatal casethat of the
Indanan, buried yesterday The Major General is him
self slightly ndsposed this morning. but not much so
to prevent his attending TO the duties Of his position
Colene Murphy has encamped with his Pennsylvania
regiment far among the outposs.
Two companies Of Maryland First Volunteers. lately
stationed at Edwards Ferry are expected to up
today and encamp here. They are Company c. Capt
Smith, and Company X, Captain -. They have had
several skrmshcs with the enemy the other side of the
Potomac in all Of which they have succeeded III despatch
pckets should be protected The main body of the
Maryland First Colonel Keny is still stationed at Donns-
vile, some thirty miles further up the river.
The selection Of Colonel Stone Of the brgadiers
gives the utmost satisfaction, especially to the New York
NINTH who repose the utmost confidence in him us man
and soldier, possessing all the attributes bold
humane and Christian commander. They willing to
go the death under the leadership Of Colonel Stone aud
If the Ninth is not ncudedin his brigade, they will be
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