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The Athens post. [volume] (Athens, Tenn.) 1848-1917, 1862-02-14
Moyemezts of the Enemy.

The Nashville Pahiet. of February IL,
contains the following under the local
head;
We learn from a gentleman, who ar
rived in this city last night from Clarks-
vile, that il was reported in that place
yesterday that The Federalists had landed
in heavy force below Fort Donelson. on
the Cumberland River, and that REIN
forcements were marching to them from
Fort Henry. having first destroyed the
railroad bridge over the Tennessee. II
was further reported that they were erect
ing batteries on the shore, and that nine
OF our pickets were killed Yesterday
morning within five miles Of the Fort
The number Of gunboats in the Cumber.
lend is believed TO be between twenty.
FIVE and thirty, whilst the force on shore
is estimated as high as forty thousand
If there be 70 mistake in these reports
we may reasonably expect stirring event.
at or near Fort Donelson before the close
Of the week.
OF course the Confederate Generals arr
not idle. They are using every exertior
TO make themselves masters Of the situa
ton, and we may rest assured they will
do all that men can do to secure bril-
liant triumph. We hear much abou
what they have done and are doing, bu
do not feel ut liberty to print it. ia
The Athens post. [volume] (Athens, Tenn.) 1848-1917, 1862-02-14
SYmpafhlzars.

The Nashville Gazette says in regard 10
those who are sympathizing with the Lin
colpoops: t
The man who to-day says he is Union
man, or sympatbizer with the unholy
cause Of Abraham Lincoln, deserves not
TO live in Southern community. He
would laugh with delight over the fire
consuming Southern homes, and grin
with derisioD at the distress of Southern
women and children, threatened with the
blade and torch Of the invaders. How
many such infamous, scoundrels are now
citizens Of the city Of EashvileY Have
we among us any such detestable traitorsf
DO yoa know one such2 II you do, il is
your duty to mark and name him.
The Athens post. [volume] (Athens, Tenn.) 1848-1917, 1862-02-14
T'he New York Herald.

The New York Herald's account Of the
battle of Fishing Creek beats any thing
in the way of exsggeration the war has
yet produced-and that is saying a good
deal. The old sinner says the rebel army
of ten thousand was completely routed, and
the greater portion of them afterwards
captured. We wish the boys who busted
could see what only Bennett says about
them. 1t would stir them for the next
encounter. According to the Herald,
Bethel, Bull Run, and Leesburg, were not
a priming to Fishing Creek,
The Athens post. [volume] (Athens, Tenn.) 1848-1917, 1862-02-14
Th. i,olnplicatjons.

While Lincoln's narauding expeditions
are pillaging and burning along the coast
in the mere spirit Of wantonness, bis COM
plications round and about home are
daily increasing. According to the New
York Herald, which is good authority in
regard to the dark side Of the picture, the
old man is not only about out of money
but friends are dropping of, and enemies
increasing. .rhe Herald says most pow
erful conspiracy exists in the Federal
Congress, opposed to Lincoln and in favor
of breaking up the Union. Bennett
calls on Lincoln to take the responsible
ty. What with the rebellion rampant,
the money-box empty, and plots and con
spiracies gathering thick and fast, it would
not surprise us in the least, if, instead of
taking the responsibility" as the Herald
suggests, Abraham should conclude to
"take tree"
The Athens post. [volume] (Athens, Tenn.) 1848-1917, 1862-02-14
From Crittenden's Command.

The Knoxville Register has several let
ters from the camp Of Gen. Crittenden at
Gainesboro', but most the news they con-
tain has been anticipated. The following
is an extract from one of them:
CAROLS brigade, with six days rations
prepared, were ordered to be ready TO
march at o'clock on the morning of the
9Th instant. Their destination was not
known. Quartermaster Jones and Com
:nissary Reed had arrived in camp, and
had been ordered under arrest TO await q
courtmartial to investigate their expedi-
ton to Knoxville after the fight at Fish.
ing Creek.
The Athens post. [volume] (Athens, Tenn.) 1848-1917, 1862-02-14
We'll nona

The Augusta Constitutionalist, of the both
inst. says: "Wounderstand that at a meet
ing of the Bank Directors of this city,
held to-day, they agreed to take up the
State loan for the payment Of the Con-
federate tax, S6l5.0O0, that being 20 per
cent. of their capital. This is doing well,
considering the very large amounts they
have heretofore taken of both the State
and Confederate loans."
The Athens post. [volume] (Athens, Tenn.) 1848-1917, 1862-02-14
Gen. Alcoru.

The Memphis papers state that Gen.
Alcorn is making speeches at Jackson,
Mississippi, advocating the rnuszling Of
the press, and reign Of terror as the
only moanEof saving the South. If tho
South can be saved by no other means
than those proposed by Gen. Alcorn, let
Il slide. Is there no lunatic asylum at
Laokron7 p
The Athens post. [volume] (Athens, Tenn.) 1848-1917, 1862-02-14

ra- Tho quondam Union men who ex.
ult and Joy over the recent Federal sue
cesses, are commended not 10 shed their
skins too soon. II every town and city
on our coast was laid in ashes, the rebel
lion would not be crushed out.- the wave
of revolution stayed. We think we un.
derstand the spirit and temper Of the
people; and the idea that such a people
and such an extent Of country can be
overrun and held. is preposterous. Sew.
ard himself mover seriously entertained
IL. Those who indulge such anticipations
are dreamers and fools, and are treadinr
the brink Of procipico over which the
next wave may hurl them.
The Athens post. [volume] (Athens, Tenn.) 1848-1917, 1862-02-14
New Orleans,

New Orleans is represented as having
been made almost impregnable. The
shell road and every avenue of approach
to the city are defended by very power
full batteries, sweeping them for miles,
while on either side felled trees form an
impenetrable abattis out into the swamp.
And to man the Notifications and aid in
the defense, they have force of no less
than SO. 900 men, under Mai. Gen, Lowell.
The Athens post. [volume] (Athens, Tenn.) 1848-1917, 1862-02-14
A Formidable Defense,

We find the following paragraph in the
New Orleans Delta: ,.
Speaking about the river, we desire to
state for the benefit of "the Doctor" that
the Notifications down the river are COM
plete and ready for the reception of his
messengers. Under the superintend-
ence of Mr.. J. M. Reed, one of the finest
earthworks ever created, anywhere, now
stands in the way of hostile visitors from
that portion Of the country. If the en-
envy desire to test the strength of one
hundred and forty-two heavy guns, indie
pendent Of field artillery and infantry,
all that is necessary is to give us trial.
The land will be improved down that
way, it Federal graveyard is started
there some day.
The Athens post. [volume] (Athens, Tenn.) 1848-1917, 1862-02-14
More Bloody Battles Expected.
syTh a Nn,r l,Ynrk Hernld kdys,, nIII-

We are eftcring upon the most excl.
ting period Of the war. The real work Is
ONLY Just commencing. The victory just
obtained by Our troops at Somerset Mas
been a most scnghinafy affair, and will
be followed by q succession Of other con-
ficts OF similar character. Betveea Mn
aud Moy we shall either have TO subdue
the rebels 10 dead with them as we please
or ws shall Aars ourssivys 70 submit u hs
ga,ygb,yH yfLs.
The Athens post. [volume] (Athens, Tenn.) 1848-1917, 1862-02-14
:JintOWn,

Every three or four days the Memphis
Avalanche learns that the Federal troops
have advanced to Jimtopn. Jimtown will
occupy prominent page in the history of
this war. If there has ever been Fede-
raj soldier at Jimtown, or Jamestown, we
would give pretty to see the man who
is knowing to the fact. There may be hog
thieves and chicken stealers ranging round
that far-famed locality, but no regular
soldiers. .-.,
The Athens post. [volume] (Athens, Tenn.) 1848-1917, 1862-02-14
A Great PEOPLE.

A Macon paper complained that this
Revolution has developed in the South
ern States no great leaders like SAUL, q
head and shoulders taller than their
brethren. The Savannah Republican re-
plies that it has no uneasiness on that
score, being rather afraid of great men"
any how. The Revolution has developed
something better "a great peoplc"-who
know the blessings of freedom and are
able To UNFOLD il.
The Athens post. [volume] (Athens, Tenn.) 1848-1917, 1862-02-14
Address of General Beauregsrd to
the Army Of the Potomac.


A friend to whose attentions we retire.
quently indebted. furnishes us with
copy Of the admirable address of General
BrAuEro.Rp to the Army Of the Potomac,
on his bidding them adieu for the scene
of his future operations.
Our friend, after expressing the hope
that the removal will be but temporary,
says: "The address will appeal justly and
theoretically to the whole South, and
win awaken those chords in the soldiers
heart which are never struck in vain.-
We weep at his departure, yet our tears
will be turnrd into JOY. by the prophetic
appeal he makes to us, and the conf
dence we have In the man as q soldier,
patriot and experienced General. God
grant long life to defend, and decisive
victory to secure the Independence of the
South"
The following is the address:
HEADQUARTERS,
FIRST CoRps Army OF THE PoToNAc,
Near Cehtreville, JAN, 80, 1862. J
| Soldiers Of he First Cbrps Army Of Potomac !:
Ny duty calls me away and 10 a tenn.
porary separation from you. hope, how
ever, to be with you again TO share your
labors and your perils, and in defence Of
our homes and our rights to lead you to
new battles to be crowned with signal
victories. 81
You are now undergoing the severest
trial of a soldiers life; the one by which
his discipline and capacity Of endurance
are most thoroughly tested. Ny faith in
your patriotism, your devotion and de-
terminatiops and ~ Your high soldierly
qualities. Nv so grent, that shall rest as
sured You will pass through the ordeal
resolutely, triumpbartiy. Still / cannot
quit you without deep emotions, without
even deep anxiety in the moment of our
country's trials and dangers. Above all
am anxious that my brave countrymen
here in arms fronting the naughty array
and muster of Northern mercenaries,
should thoroughly appreciate the exigen-
cy, and hence comprehend that this is no
time for the Army of the Potomac-thc
men of Manassas--to stack their arms,
and quit even for brief period. the
standard they have made glorious by their
manhood.
All must understand this, and feel the
magnitude of the conflict impending the
universal personal sacrifices this war has
entailed, and our duty to meet them as
promptly and unbendingly, as we have
met the enemy in line of battle.
To the Army of the Shenandoah | de-
sire to return my thanks for their endu-
rance in the memorable march to my as
sistance last July, their timely decisive
arrival, and for their conspicuous steadi-
ness and gallantry on the field of battle.
Those of their comrades of both corps,
and of our arms of the Army of the Po-
tomac, not SO fortunate as yet to have
been with us in conflict with our enemy,
| leave, with all confidence that on occa-
sion they will show themselves fit COM
rades for the men Of Manassas, Bull Run,
/ and Balls Bluff.
The Athens post. [volume] (Athens, Tenn.) 1848-1917, 1862-02-14
From the Tennessee River.

The Memphis Appeal, Of the 18th, con-
tains the following:
We learn from Capt. Ross, superintend-
ent of the Memphis and Charleston rail
road, that since the retreat Of the FEEDER
al gunboats down the Tennessee river,
which took place on the 9th inst, no fur.
ther news Of importance has been receiv-
ed regarding their movements. 1t is be-
lieved that they will return in force in a
few days.
The people are ilocking in numbers TO
protect the railroad at exposed points,
but commander is greatly needed so as
to give unity and concert to their efforts
and insure discipline and order among
the troops.
Every thing at present appears so Sc
cure that Capt. Ross feels justified in run
ming the train through to Stevenson, Ala,
to-day, care having been taken to secure
intelligence along the route Of all threat
ening movements Of the enemy, in case
they again appear.
The Athens post. [volume] (Athens, Tenn.) 1848-1917, 1862-02-14
Good.

Tho Savannah Republican, In noting
some unnecessary comments in regard to
one Of the military commanders in that
direction, very properly remarks:
In these times Of public excitement,
when croakers are abundant, timid peo-
pie hardly less so, and every other man o
General of transcendent attainments and
enlarged experience, II would DO but jus
tice for the Press to pay the least possible
attention 10 the idle tales and opinions
that float about in every community,
thick as the leaves Of autumn.
The Athens post. [volume] (Athens, Tenn.) 1848-1917, 1862-02-14
Spies and Traitors.

The Nashville Union and american says:
All the late movements of the enemy
disclose the fact that they have received
important information from spies in our
midst. They would never have ventur-
ed to Florence, Alabama, with their gun
boats if they had not known that coun-
try TO be undefended by soldiers. Let a
stricter watch be kept upon suspicious
persons, and let them be summarily dealt
with. il detected,
The Athens post. [volume] (Athens, Tenn.) 1848-1917, 1862-02-14

na5- A contemporary suggests 10 South.
crn men everywhere to arm themselves
with some sort Of weapon for defence and
offense. Those who have no firearms, to
procure pixies, knives, tomahawks, or any
other weapon that may be used effective
ly in hand 10 hand encounter. The
same contemporary suggests that they or
ganizo into companies in every neighbor.
hood. and hold themselves ready TO act at
any moment.
The Athens post. [volume] (Athens, Tenn.) 1848-1917, 1862-02-14
The Tennessee River Bridge,

The authorities of the Memphis and
Ohio railroad received information on
Sunday that the bridge at Danville, over
the river was safe at noon on that day
not having then been destroyed by the
enemy. The general impression is that
it will be be burned if the Federals are
forced to retire from it.
The Athens post. [volume] (Athens, Tenn.) 1848-1917, 1862-02-14
Fort Henry.

The following is the latest we have
from Fort Henry:
Memphis, Fec. Z, IL o'clock. Night
The latest advices received lead to the
conclusion that the Federals did not de-
stroy the Tennessee river bridge. They,
however. have possession of it.
Two of the Federal gunboats were in
jured in the bombardment.
Most of the provisions at Fort Henry
were saved and the guns were spiked.
The Athens post. [volume] (Athens, Tenn.) 1848-1917, 1862-02-14
Foreign.

Tho latest important item from abroad,
we subjoin:
The Liverpool steamer Nova Scotia
brings five days later dates.--that Is, to
the oath Of January. Cotton has de.
clined. II is evident that the European
Powers are resolving TO break up the
semi.blockade Of Southern ports, in or
der TO save the working people of France
and England from starvation. r
The French Government joins in the
protest Of Lord John Russell against the
stono blockade. France is, IL anything,
more urgent for armed intervention In
the American quarrel. The London
Times opposes intervention, but denoun-
COS the stone blockade as vehemently as
ever.
A French steamer has been dispatched,
with orders TO sail for America IN few
dogs, upon a specisl mission.
The Athens post. [volume] (Athens, Tenn.) 1848-1917, 1862-02-14
That RffectIye Blockade.

The Charleston Msscpy Of the 9th in
slant says.
"We have the pleasant news, this morn
ing that fine steamship has reached one
OF the Southern ports in safety. bringing
10000 Enfield rides, and 10000 pounds
Of gunpowder The arms are already in
the hands Of those who know how TO use
them.D
The Athens post. [volume] (Athens, Tenn.) 1848-1917, 1862-02-14

That we have not overrated the FEEDER
al loss is proved by the following extract
from the Washington correspondence of
the New York "Times," Of late date
By returns at the War Department up
to the Goth December, learn that the
mortality in our army since the war broke
out will reach $4,000. The number kill
ed in battle, skirmishes, &C., is about
1000, the number wounded 1900
The number Of prisoners in the South,
and deserters amount to 5000.
The Athens post. [volume] (Athens, Tenn.) 1848-1917, 1862-02-14
st. Louis.
A letter from St. Louis says !:

am rusting out here-oniy earning
about IS per day; but living is cheap;
houses Sl2 to SIS per month that former
ly brought $50; stores 1926 to $50 that form
erly rented for $4,000 per annum; land
lords often beg tenants to remain free Of
rent in preference to having vacated
property. Produce is cheap--bacon Sc.
for clear sides and &c. for shoulders; flour
So 25(9$4; corn Sac; oats &c.; potatoes
30c.; whiskey l7c.; wheat &c.; some ar
ticles high-sugar ll@l2c.; coffee 200
Q5n
The Athens post. [volume] (Athens, Tenn.) 1848-1917, 1862-02-14
True to their Instincts.

We understand that some of our pat
riotic merchants, as soon as the report
reached here that the Memphis and Char
lesion Railroad was in danger of inter-
ruption by the Federalists, advanced the
price on Sugars. Customers should che
rish such dealers in grateful remem-
brance.
The Athens post. [volume] (Athens, Tenn.) 1848-1917, 1862-02-14
PrintinR-Paper.

While the paper manufacturers OF tho
South are unable to make paper enough
10 supply their customers. those Of the
North are breaking down for the want OF
custom. -Four largo paper mills, which
we're in operation at Newark, N. T.. one
ye'r ago. have nov suspended
The Athens post. [volume] (Athens, Tenn.) 1848-1917, 1862-02-14

We find the following ihsbs Nashville
Patriot, of the 9th. u
We learn that Gen. Gideon j. Pillow
has been promoted to the rank of Major
General. His many friends will be much
graii6ed with this additional mark Of the
confidence and appreciation Of the gov
eminent. General Pillow is now at Fort
Donelson where IL is probable, he will
soon have an opportunity to distinguish
himself again.
The Athens post. [volume] (Athens, Tenn.) 1848-1917, 1862-02-14
We Endorse 1t.

The Avalanche, in speaking Of the sto-
ries put aHoat regarding the Incorporate
habits of Gen. Crittenden, says:
We nope the injustice which has been
done Gen. Crittenden may bring his mind
to at once nobly resolve that he will, du-
ring the war, if not forever, abstain from
the use Of intoxicating drink, and yet
win for himself fame that shall mock
to scorn all who have fabricated state
ments to SANDER and degrade his name.
The Athens post. [volume] (Athens, Tenn.) 1848-1917, 1862-02-14
poings of the Lincoln Congress.

Richmond, Feb. 9.--T'he New York Her.
aid of the 7th has been received by Gag
of truce at Norfolk. The Herald says
the Lower House Of the Federal Congress
has passed bill, by vote of SO TO 81,
authorizing the issue of sl,500,O00 de-
mand Treasury Notes, with the legal ten
der clause. The bill will probably pass
the Senate. 1'faf
Congress has not passed the direct tax
bill. .I. r.Hs
The Athens post. [volume] (Athens, Tenn.) 1848-1917, 1862-02-14
Knives, Pixies, &c.

Tho Charleston Courier, says;
workmen throughout the South, who
arc prepared to furnish good knives,
pixies, tomahawkS lances, swords, &C.,
would do good service to the public aud
their own interests, by making the fact
known.
The Athens post. [volume] (Athens, Tenn.) 1848-1917, 1862-02-14
Cotton Cards.

A gentleman in Terrell county, Geor-
gia, has embarked in the enterprise Of
making cotton cards, branch Of indus
try never, we believe, before undertaken
in the So"th.
The Athens post. [volume] (Athens, Tenn.) 1848-1917, 1862-02-14
Hon. John ]. crittcnden.
A dispatch from Washington to the

Northern press says; hAn %
Hon. John j. Crittendenis deeply Of
fected by the news from Kentucky, and
has not been in the House since the re-
port OF the battle of Somersetwas receiy-
cd. Although no has two sons in tho
Union army, the presence ofione in the
rebel armyr-.bis ldest---overwbelms him
with, grief The report that General
Crittenden deserted his command at Som.
erset, is not believed by any one who
knows Bish. laRebel though he b, be. Is
accounted gallant and manly II
The Athens post. [volume] (Athens, Tenn.) 1848-1917, 1862-02-14
The Legislature,

The stirring news Of the last ten days
has had remarkable effect upon the
House Of Representatives, the Nashville
papers stating that a quorum cannot be
kept in the Hall. Probably the absen-
tees are fasting and praying"
The Athens post. [volume] (Athens, Tenn.) 1848-1917, 1862-02-14

rJ- A Nashville paper intimates that
that City has It's full complement of
spies and traitors. No doubt Of it. And
unfortunately the Cities are not the only
places whore specimens Of the class nam
ed are to be seen. More or less Of them
are to be found in almost every locality,
waiting an opportunity TO throw off their
temporary disguise aud strike hands with
the enemy. II will do no harm to notice
their movements, although they may have
no well-defined plans.
The Athens post. [volume] (Athens, Tenn.) 1848-1917, 1862-02-14
Ducktown Railroad.

We find tho following among the Leg
islative proceedings of Tuesday:
On motion OF Mr.. Jarnagin, Senate bill,
No. lis, granting State aid to the Cleve-
land and Ducktown Railroad, was taken
UP and passed on its first reading.
The Athens post. [volume] (Athens, Tenn.) 1848-1917, 1862-02-14
Gen. Price.

The statement in the papers that Gen.
Sterling Price vas at Richmond is I'M
true. He is in Missouri attending to his
business.
The Athens post. [volume] (Athens, Tenn.) 1848-1917, 1862-02-14

Bright, Of Indiana, has been formally
expelled from The Federal Senate, by a
vote Of 80 TO IA. Bright maintained an
air Of bold defiance to the last He
made a stirring speech, in which he ap.
pealed to his State TO uphold her honor
and his name. The galleries of the Sen
ate were crowded throughout the speech,
and much applause was ELECTED By the
efforts Of the expelled Senator.
The Athens post. [volume] (Athens, Tenn.) 1848-1917, 1862-02-14

pey' Gen. Lane, Senator from this dis
trict, reached here, on a temporary visit,
on Thursday. He reports tho most sp-
thusiastie spirit among tho people Of
Nashville, 10 meet the foo who are OIL
our borders.
The Athens post. [volume] (Athens, Tenn.) 1848-1917, 1862-02-14
From Mexioo.

Latest news from Mexico reports that
great battle was fought at tho National
Bridge, which lasted FIVE hours. The
Spaniards were defeated. Ia
The Athens post. [volume] (Athens, Tenn.) 1848-1917, 1862-02-14

For reasons satisfactory to ourself, and
which will readily occur to the author on
reflection, we must decline the publication
of the letter Of our Knoxville correspond
ent this week.
The Athens post. [volume] (Athens, Tenn.) 1848-1917, 1862-02-14
The War Policy Of the Government,

The Mobile Register says: Circumstan-
ces and the spirit of the times seem to in
dictate that the period is at hand when
the Confederate Government will lay aside
the merely defensive policy which it has
so steadily and consistently pursued, I'M
moved and undeterred by the protests
and appeals of the impatient valor Of
the country.
The Athens post. [volume] (Athens, Tenn.) 1848-1917, 1862-02-14
atkens gast.
WTIJTffsNs:

Two DoLLAHs A YEAR, payable in advance.
Announcing names Of candidates for sfiee $500,
Cash.
Obituary Notices over twelve lines, charged at
She regular advertising ratef.
All communications intended 10 promote the phi
vats ends or interests Of Corporations, Societies,
Schools or individuals, viii be charged as adver-
tisements.
The Athens post. [volume] (Athens, Tenn.) 1848-1917, 1862-02-14
Federal and Confederate LOSSES,

A earthly prepared table of the Fed
eral and Confederate losses, since the
commencement of the war, gives the
following result:
The Athens post. [volume] (Athens, Tenn.) 1848-1917, 1862-02-14
Off the Track.

BY reference 70 the list it will be seen
that several of the candidates for County
Offices have Withdrawn.
The Athens post. [volume] (Athens, Tenn.) 1848-1917, 1862-02-14
State Charities.

The bill appropriating s45O,0O0 for the
support of the families of INDECENT volun-
teers during the present and next year,
has passed both houses Of the Legislature
and is now a law.