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The Placer herald., 1862-01-11
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The Placer herald., 1862-01-11

A Soldier was once wounded in battle
and set up terrible bowling. An lrishman
who lay near with both legs shot Oft, imme-
diately sung OUT "Bad luck to the likes of
ye-do yer think that nobody is kilt but
yerself"
The Placer herald., 1862-01-11

BAD TAsrE.-The New York papers are
publishing, with much apparent gusto but in
very bad taste, private family letters, found
in the deserted forts of Hilton Head and
Bay Point.
The Placer herald., 1862-01-11

Mrs. Phebe H. Brown, the author of the
well known Rhymn commencing 81 love to
steal while away" died at Henry, H., on
the 10th of October, aged 78. She lett an
enduring memorial in that single hymn.
The Placer herald., 1862-01-11

John Goslin says that snoring" is the
spontaneous escape of those malignant feel
ings which the sleeper has no time to vent
when awake
The Placer herald., 1862-01-11

WHEAT CRop IN OHIo.-From all parts
of Ohio we loarn that the growing wheat
crop never looked better at this season of
the year than now. Should the winter prove
favorable, the prospect for an abundant
harvest is undoubtedly hattering. The Fall
was remarkably favorable for its growth,
and all that was sown in proper season is
now so firmly rooted, and the ground so
completely covered with the plant, as to ena
bic it to resist the Winter frost without
damage. Wheelimg Press.
The Placer herald., 1862-01-11

The damage to private property at Down
ieyille, by the floods is stated at 81 900
The Placer herald., 1862-01-11

DoN'T Dixie 1r-The Louisville Journal is
severe in its comments upon the recent
speeches of Secretaries Cameron and Smith,
on the policy to be pursued by the army
relative to the contrabands. lie calls upon
the President to dismiss the former from
the Cabinet.
The Placer herald., 1862-01-11

LossEs.-The APPEAL has by a careful in
quiry estimated the exact loss of the citizens
Of Marvsville Ny he flood. at $39,l50.
The Placer herald., 1862-01-11

THE TULARE CANAL CoMpAxy.-The Visa
lia Delta says that the amount of land en-
braced in the grant Of Montgomery & Co.,
for the TnIare Canal, is between 100000
and 700, 900 acres according to the report Of
their own engineer. Nearly enough to
make State the size of Rhode Island.
This quantity of land at the low price Of
IS per acre, will yield the Company the nice
little sum of $3,OoO,ooO. The Company
have forfeited their charter but probably an
effort will be made before the Legislature to
have it renewed.
The Placer herald., 1862-01-11

TIE NATIONAL DEBT.-The total amount
of the national debt as estimated in New
York, November lltl, was little over one
hundred and seventy million OF dollars.
At the close of Buchanan's term tho debt
was nearly seventy-tive millions, and tho
increase during the eight months of Lincon's
term was httlo over ninety five millions.
The heaviest expense was during the months
of September and October, when the naval
ex edition was being fitted out, and large
additions were being made to the military
force and motorial for the army. The ma
tlonal expenses are now estimated at about
one million dollars a day, or 1865 900, 900 a
year, while the debt is accruing at a rate Of
about $3.50, 100000 year.
The Placer herald., 1862-01-11

II is far better to suffer than to lose the
power Of suffering.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1862-07-22
Nayal Enyagement.

CAIKo, July 2l-The despatch boat which ar
rived from Memphis on Saturday. brings the fol-
lowing reported escape of the rebel gunboat Ar.
kansas. The affair took place on the morning Of
the 10th. That morning. in consequence Of re
ports brought by refugees that the Arkansas was
about TO attempt to run by the Federal feet. the
gunboats Carondelet. Tyler. and ram Lancaster.
started up the Yazoo to reconnoiter. Eight miles
from the mouth they came suddenly upon the
Arkansas lying under the bank. As our boats
rounded, she opened upon them with 8 FOUNDERS
Our gunboats returned the fire. For short
time herce engagement ensued. The channel
of the river prevented successful maneuverng.
They gradually dropped down towards the mouth.
the Arkansas following closely. Just as the lat
ter was passing over the bar the Carondelet
clossd with her, intending to board.
She succeeded in throwing grapple aboard and
getting one plank out when the Arkansas opened
her steam pipe throwing hot water across: the
Carondelet replied in the same manner While
thus engaged Doth vessels grounded. The shock
separated them. The Arkansas succeeded in
getting off, but the Caroudelet remained fast for
nearly an hour The Arkansas Immediately
passed down the river the Tyler preceding. and
maintaining a running fight with her greatly SUI
perior adversary.
None of our gunboats with the feet had steam
rp, and the entire feet so scattered that but few
II
danger of hitting our own boats.
Such boats could safely do so opened upon
her, but her plating resisted most of our shots A
solid shot from Farragut's gun.oat No. 6 struck
her larboard bow passing through her underpla-
ting ripping il off "a considerable distance What
further damage done was not ascertained. Inju-
ries to our feet light.
The Benton received shot in afterpari lar
board side. killing one man.
The Tyler, which engeged her nearly half an
hour had seven killed and nine wounded. among
the latter pilots Sebastian, Hiner and +. Davis.
The ram Lancaster received a shot under her
boilers, causing the escape of hot water, scading
six men, three of them fatally.
The entire Federal loss is twelve killed and
fifteen wounded, FIVE or six of whom will die
The rebel loss is not known, out believed to be
considerable. the hot water steams of the Ca
rondelet went directly into her
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1862-07-22

The 18th INDIANA-The Vincennes Sun has
a spicy correspondent in this veteran regiment,
in front of Richmond. "Prock" always
writes cheerfully. He says they were called
fresh troops when they arrived at Harrison's
Landing, and Immediately put in front. Gen.
Mcclellan knows the ragged l4th," and can
trust them anywhere. OF Alexandria, in dis
crbing the trip from Bristol Station, "Prock"
speaks thus:
"Your correspondent and the Colones Or
derby. Robert Ewald. visited the town to OBJ
tain, if possible, few ice creams, &c.-succeed-
ed admlrably--the creams were deci0usly cool,
and too much praise not be bestowed upon
Alexandria soda tcafer; it is powerful strong.
and would advise all friends visiting that city to
partake freely thereof. if they wish to obtain :
tensive views, and command the respect and ad-
miration of the Provost Guards Squad halt
What division? None OF your business, Mr..
Band box. Guards pass on. with the remark
Shields division, I'll bet. How dirty they look
after disposing of an excellent dinner, wash
inc down the crumbs with "a few more soda wa.
ter. We spent nm hour in FORMULATING Zig Tag
street, apparently the fashionable thoroughfare.
Purchased quite a curiosity in the shape of pair
of the justly celebrated frog hair gloves, an art-
Gle only to tie duly appreciated by those who have
worn EN-. Hearing the city clock beating off
retreat, fastened through densely crowded
street, known as the Seventeen Alleys" where
YOU have To dodge two-horse draws. leap over
hogs, dogs, wheel barrows, and slippery cellar
doors, part man and wife. shut gates, walk for
yards on molasses and tar barrels kick nail kegs,
and knock impudent looking culled persons right
and lett, elbow through crowds, and squeeze and
curse your way to camp.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1862-07-22

The FOURTH IN THE ARMY.-A letter to the
Nincennes Gazette from the 5lst regiment, writ
ten ut MoorSyllle, Alabama, says that three men
of the regiment have died there-vz: Stephen
Hilton and Richard Ell :. of company G, and
James Parke. OF company +. The heth of the
regiment was good and the camp is described as
beautiful, with water and wood and shade in
Fourth the writer SAYS:
The Fourth was duly celebrated here. At
sunrise national salute of thirteen guns
fired At meridian salute of thirty four guns
was fired ia honor of the thirty four States com
posing the Federal Union. The scene truly
an impressive one and will be long remembered
by all who were i'm attendance-in tact everything
that transpred here on that day was. under the
circumstances. calculated 10 awaken in the mind
of the soldier the most pleasing emotions. lt
vas here that the bows of the Goth and 2lst bri-
gales all marched out a nice shady piece of
Alabama sol. and all united in celebrating the
anniversary OF the day that gave our nation birth
Here the BOYS from Indiana, Illinois. Ohio and
Kentucky all mel band of brothers TO hear
the Declaration of Independence read How
sweet Gid every sentence sound 10 Us all. and
what analogy there is between the soldiers of the
revolutionary fathers and the Federal soldiers of
o. Several speeches were made among which
were Col. Blake, Col Ferguson and Gen Gar
and well suited to the occasion. The speakers
were apPlauded at different times vociferously by
all present
In the afternoon the programme changed
TO grand foot racing. MANY ran. but John p
Smith proved to be the ieetest. Next to this was
the blind race. which truly laughable as
some went tbs way, some that others falling
down, either over chunk. or men-ihe latter
mostly. One soldier however centered the
track clear through, and was declared winner.
The next was tbs funniest of all All the com
missiOned officers OF the 5lsi were now placed in
one line abreast of each other. Some did not
wish 10 run, but Col. Straight would not take no
for an answer. but compelled them all to fall in.
The signal was given and off they all started
pell nell they went along the lines of the regi
ment. kicking up such dust as was never seen
IN DIN Alabama before. Col. Straight soon
lost in the fog. | am told that Major Coescott
pitched into his wheehouse just a he was start
ing that he did not get a good start All was
fun. though Lieut. Anderson. of company ID, was
declared the beaten This ended the foot racing +"
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1862-07-22

BRIGADIEK GENERAL W. T. II. Books The
Cincinnati Commereiaf says: Among the regular
officers who greatly distinguished themselves
in the battles before Richmond, We are happy 10
mention Brigadier General W. T II Brooks, of
Smiths division. commanding brigade OF vol
unteers Readers will remember that he was
wounded on the 18th ult., in the battle of Savage
Station. Gen. Brooks is a native of Columbana
county, Ohio, and Is regarded as one Of the most
brilliant and capable Bngadiers in the army of the
Potomac
The Generals in that army indeed, who are
considered the finest samples of military charac
ter in il, are Generals franklin, Smith, Hancock,
Burns, Brooks ard Davidson. Thew rated
the most skillful, enterprisng aud dashing in the
arm-witEout detracting from the merits of such
fighting brases Sumner, Hcintzelman Sedg-
wick, Hooker, kearney. and Fitz DIN Porter.
Gen. Br0okss entire military record is highly
creditable. He graduated at est Point in lo4l ,
served in Florida until lo43, when he went with
the first troops to Corpus Christi and was in the
battle of Palo Alto, Reseca de la Palma, and
Monterey. where he distinguished himself under
Gen. Taylor. Subsequently he joined Gen. Scott
at Tampieo, and with him until the end of
the war. participating in the battles of Cerro
Gordo, Contreras. Cherubusco, and the City of
Mexico. At Monterey he was Acting Assistant
Adjutant General on the staff of General Gar
land. and had his horse killed under him. From
Tampico To the City OF Mexico, he occupied
similar position on the staff OF Gen. Twiggs--sec
ond division of regulars, which never met with
reverse. Being Lieutenant in the line, he was
breyeted Captain for gallantry at Monterey, and
for distinguished conduct mt Contreras and Cher
ubusco was breveted Major. Pending the battle
of Cerro Gordo. he detailed account of
his peculiar merits to make a difficult reconnols-
sance, and he recommended the route by which
the army afterwards marched to turn the enc
my's flank. Gen. Scott said he was one of the
most promising officers in the service
After the Mexican war, he remained in the
army With the rank OF Captain, but after marry
ing, he thcught of resignng, when the civil war
commenced. and he sought service. He was APP
pointed Brigadier, and has reflected cIedit upon
the office and the country. IL is very gratifying
to our "State pride" that Ohio should be repre-
sented in the army OF the Potomac by two such
brilliant Generals Burns and Brooks, both of
whom have richly deserved promotion.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1862-07-22

CAPE RACE, July 2l-The Asia, from Liver
pool on Saturday, 18th. via Queenstown 18th.
was boarded off this point at 10 o'clock this
morning en- route 10 Halifax and Boston. The
Asia's advices are two DAYS later.
The fighting before Richmond is treated as E
severe reverse for the Unionists by the whole
English press. and Gen McClellan's position Is
regarded as precariOus.
Lord Palmerston had stited that the British
troops would not be Withdrawn from Canada.
The recognition OF Italy by Russia and Prus
STA had been announced in the Italian Parlia-
meBt.
The London Herald treats the affair before
Richmond as defeat of Mcclellan, and says
that the Confederate Capital Is safe. Il does not
believe, however. that the campaign in Virginia
is ended, but supposes that il will 90 on until
Europe stays the uplifted sword in the name of
humanity and enfOrces peace.
The London Morning Post argues that pracii-
cally the scheme against Richmond has termi-
mated. Ii then proceeds TO point out the danger
Gus position Of Gen. McClellan's army.
The London Globe hopes that the gigantic diff
hculties which are being developed IN the pro
gress of the war, NAV have an effect on both
sides, and that more reasonable views may super
sede the plan of military conquest
The Times urges that the fighting before Rich-
mond must have been of the highest Importance.
ana McClellan's position can not but be preca-
rious, and the Confederates are strong enough TO
hold their position in Virginia for n time that
NAV be indefinitely prolonged.
Tie Federal army will have again 10 begin the
siege with n much worse chance than AZ first
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1862-07-22

The Sorsh Americas tariff continsss 10 excite
hostile comments.
The Times bitterly denounce- the spirit which
regards the tariff with satisfaction oecsuss Of Ia
injurious elect upon England IN particular and
Europe in general.
The freedom Of the CITY Of London vas prs.
sented 70 George Peabody latsiv IN = gold suns
box.
The ceremony Of awarding the primes Of he
great exhibition took place 90 The lith.
The fortifc2fion bill vas again deb.tsd in he
Commons, and an amendment calculate 70 pre-
serve 20 the House Of Commons due control over
the expenditures Of The Navy concurred IN
by q majority Of Eve against the Ministry.
In the House Of Lords on the iith inst Lord
Brougham called attention 10 the slave trade.
and urged that the credit assumed TO themselves
for the measures recently taken tor the suppress
sion Of the trade
The bill for the carrying Of the treaty finally
passed the Commons
FRaScE-The Paris Patrie asserts that France
sill never treat with Juarez- When the French
army has entered the City Of Mexico the Mexi-
lousy observed. France will only quit Msxico
after complete execution Of further treaty.
General Floris's departure for MEXICO IL stiI
doubtful.
The Presse saws the French army will con-
PRISE several divisions Of infantry and proper
tional number Of batteries.
IL is reported that stores were provided for
IS 900 men.
AT the great exhibition among the awards in
general for machinery America gets twenty med
ais for agricultural and Horticultural machines.
six for military articles, and one medal for Coils
revolver and for naval architecture
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1862-07-22
From WarrentOn.

WARRENrox July 20.-A cavalry Captain
from Hatch's command arrived to-day bringing
FIVE prisoners of the Cd Virginia cavalry captured
at Madison
Col Waller, of the Virginia militia, has been
captured, but has not arrived
Gen. Ewells troops reported to be at Cor
louisville.
WARRESroS, Va, July 1.-THE burning of
the railroad bridge over the Rapidan river was
caused by a mistaken idea of some of the soldiers
instead of by order emanatng from Gen. Banks
or the immediate commander of the expedition,
Brig. Gen Hatch
The Rapidan river is fordable at this season at
many points near the bLidge, and its destruction
can be matter OF great Importance either
way.
Arrivals from Sperryville report almost daily
skirmishing between Lytle's pckets and the rebel
scouts near the Gap at Luray, and several OF the
enemy had been killed.
They also report reconnaissance in force went
from Sigel's command on Wednesday toward
Madison and several guns are reported to have
been heard in that direction by travellers the same
day.
Parties from Winchester by way of Front Roy
al report that the guerrillas have paid frequent
visits to the principal routes leading thther and
in the vicinity of Strasburg and Middletown. All
the stores at the latter place have been removed
to a more secure position.
Gen. Mcdowell arrived here yesterday and has
pitched his headquarters in the field.
Gen. Banks paid visit of courtesy to Gen.
Hartsuff-s Brigade of Gen. McDowel's corps.
This brigade was formerly commanded by Gen.
Abercrombie in Gen. Banks's corps HIS visit
unannounced, but notwithstanding the dark
ness of the night il was soon discovered, and
rounds upon rounds of cheers greeted his pres
ence To each of the regiments Gen. Banks
addressed few brief and pertinent remarks. ex-
pres>ive of his past and present pleasure in meet
ing them.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1862-07-22
Night Dispatches.
from Washington d..

WASHINGTON, July 2l-There is report in
secession circles this morning that Stonewail
jackson is at or near GordonvlIe with a large
force. They affect to have received direct infor
nation to that effect.
The number of sick and wounded in the hos
pitfalls within the District of Columbia is $500.
The following is an extract of a letter found in
the postoffice at Jacksonville, North Carolina up
on the occupation of that place By the United
States forces. 1t establishes beyond all doubt
the truth of the statements heretofore published
as 10 the atrocities committed by the rebels on
the dead bodies of our soldiers:
CAMP AT MANASSAS JUNCTION, Dec -, 6I.
DEAR SISTER: have seen more since | have
been in this than ever expected To see in my
lie. ! was on the battlefield one day when the
great battle fought and | saw more than
ever want to see again. | saw soldiers from
Georgia grab5le up ankees that had been buried.
i saw them pull of their heads and scrape the
meat and hair off them and take the skull bone
with them to be sent home for their folks 90 see.
Your dear brother HYNoS.
Information has been received here that Gen.
Cartoons expedition from California of ten com
panies OF infantry and battery regulars and VOL
unteers, have reached Santa Barbara in safety
and fine condition.
Gen Halleck is expected to reach Washington
to- morrow or Wednesday.
A special dispatch 10 the Post says:
The Treasury Department is making active
preparations for the issue Of new Treasury Notes
authorized by the recent act OF Congress. The
small notes are ones and twos, and will be ready
for delivery in about fortnight
Two members OF the rebel Legislature Of Viz
ginia have been arrested and sent TO Fort Nc
Henry.
The Rev d. McConway takes twenty slaves
TO the West by TO nights train. They came from
his fathers, late of Virginia.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1862-07-22

HEADQUARTERS ARMY OF VIRGINIA, July 81.
Hon. (. NJ. Stanton, Secy Of War:
The cavalry expedition l directed Gen. King
to send out on the 18th has returned. They left
Fredericksburg at 7 p. NJ. ON the 18th, and after
a forced march during the night. made descent
at daylight in the morning upon the Virginia
Central Railroad at Beaver Dam Creek, twenty
five miles west of Hanover Junction and thirty
five miles from Richmond. They destroyed the
railroad and telegraph line for several miles,
burned the depot which contained 40 900 rounds
of ammunition. 900 barrels of flour, and much
other valuable property, and brought in captain
in charge rs prisoner.
The whole country was thrown into a great
state of alarm. One private was wounded on
our side. The cavalry marched eighty miles in
thirty hours. The affair was most successful
and reflects high credit upon the commanding
officer and his troops. As soon as full particu-
lars are received. will transmit to you the name
of the commanding officer of the troops engaged
/ am, very respectfully, your obedient servant.
john PORE, Major Gen. Cong.
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1862-07-22

said the suttle-s there were careful not TO keep
large stock Of goods on hand and that they bad
been ordered not To-
The steam ship Winnimac arrived here last
evening from Port Royal, but brought no news
from that section.
The mail boat J. II. Warner has arrived from
Harrison's Landing and reports all quie, there.
Nothing new from our army. The rebel army
had fallen back ten miles towards Richmond.
FoRrREss MosRoE, July 20-The steamer
Louisiana arrived here this morning with about
40 Union men on board, paroled prisoners. who
we're put on board about twelve miles this ide Of
Richmond; to this place the rebels brought them
in ambulances. They were confined in prison
twelve days and were taken at Ssvages Station
and other places at the commencement of the
battle and were at the time mostly in hospitals
They say they have been well used. About
eighty have been sent 20 New York in a sailing
vessel and the rest will go 20 Philadelphia in the
Louisiana TO night