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Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1862-06-09
From st. Louis.

Sf. Louis, June7
A special to the Republican, dated Fort Pillow,
June 5th, II A. NJ. says the rebels really evacua-
ted this fort on Tuesday night, leaving one NOR
tar and two guns to answer us.
On Wednesday the work Of destruction was
completed. Barracks, hospital buildings, horse
sheds, forage. barges and three large commissary
depots were burned.
Over dozen heavy guns wore left, part of them
spiked. The balance were burst and the car
Iiages burned.
A reconnoisance to Fulton, two miles below,
does not reveal any enemy.
Conbustibles are. burning at several points, and
it IL feared ,h It mines are underneath.
The fortifcations are really strong. Several
heavy guns were casemated by heavy wood thrown
over them in the form Of covers, all Of which were
destroyed. No small arms or camp equippage re-
main.
The Republican Cairo correspondence says
"From information can gain there is no doutt
that our feet steamed directly on to Memphis.
Late refugees from Memphis say that D.
Towlkes, of the Avalanche, will be one Of the
first to hoist the Federal flag upon the approach
of the Onion fotilla. They say that re ha,
preached secession doctsine under protest for sev
eral month,, and has been twice imprisoned fol
his denuaciation Of Confederate authority.
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1862-06-09

HOUSE, Mr.. Morrill,, Of VI, spoke on dons,;,. =,
lands to the several States for esta blish;no .c,I
cultural colleges. He appealed to eeutlemen 70
vote upon the merits Of the bill heretofore intro.
duced by him. Its passage would have the effect
OF strengthening tho Republic, wrongiDg nobody.
and proving blessing to the entire people for ages
to come. Among the branches Of education prs-
posed, is military instructions. He showed at
length tho advantages Of tho system, which
would afford On opportunity for education, accom-
panied BY . love for use ul Dor.
Mr.. Cox in the course Of his speech said: While
he was anxious to believe the President right, he
was against an ambiguous policy ~ TO those who
control this House. They have tho activity Of
distinction. but not the genius to build up. Saliva
t,on 10 not in their line The danger WAS from an
alliance between the Republicans and Abolition
ists. whose war on slavery in defiance of the Con-
s,utnuon,o ,oeomts crime He condemned atlenglh
tne emancipation and conisca,i ton Of slaves, re-
marking that the sa city of the country is in mod
crate and not vindictve terms
Mr. Noble argued that the National Government
Oeing o. limited and defined powers conferred
upon It by the individual States. has no ri0ht TO
interfere With their local institutions slavery in.
ciuded. There was no way under the Constitu-
ton OF dispensing with it that WAS lett with the
states IN which it existed. He insisted that de-
parturc from these rinciples, had always engen-
dered sectional strife
Adjourned till Xlondav
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1862-06-09
From lShllAdelDhia.

PHILADELPHIA, June Z.
The United States gunboa Bienvillc arrived
last nlgnt with three steamer, in tow, which were
oapturel off Charleston, in attempting 10 ~. Inc
blocksdo. Their names are the Provid once, Sack
vile and Rebecca, sil from Nassau.
The Presidents revoksl Of General Hunters
proclamation was we'll received at Port Royal.
General Hunter had organized brigade Of con
traDands, and was about to assign them to build
ing entertainments ard Notifications.
A sharp engagement had occurred with the
rebel batteries at Stone Point. The Union forces
we're investing Charleston.
A rebel steamer was ran shore on Willie Island.
while being chased by the blockaling vessels.
She is still aground.
The schooner Care ,prize to the Key Stone State,
is below.
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1862-06-09
From the Army Of the Potomac.
MCCLgLLAN's HEADQUARTERS,
Iu~n Ath 1aR2

A aAg Of truce came in to-day from General
Huger, ssking for the bodiss Of General Pettigrew
and Colonels Davis, Light.oot. Long and Britton,
who were supposed to have been killed IN the late
battle. Colonel Davis was the only ono killed.
Lightfoot and Long ere prisoners, and Britton was
wounded, as also General Pettigrsw. Colonel
Davis body will be returned.
Two dessrrers just in report Gen. Joe johnson
seriously, if not mortally wounded through the
groin BY Mimic ball, during the late battle.
Gen. g. w. Smith now commands. Other infor-
melton corrorborates this. Also that the rebel
loss is estimated st 10000 killed, wounded and
missing. No material change has occurred in the
enemy's position.
A contraband who left Richmond yesterday says
tho city is in terrible state Of confusion. No
troops are in the city, except those doing guard
duty. No signs of evacuation. Everything shows
an intention Of determined resistance. The
house tops in Richmond were covered Sunday, the
people expecting our troops 70 bs driven into the
Chickahominy but whom they saw the rebels
rup. the greatest consternation prevailed.
Il il ramored that Aagruder, disgasted, intends
resigning.
Information has been received that there are no
rebel troops between the Rappahanock AMI the
army Of the Potomac.
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1862-06-09
SOLDIERS CLAIM, BOUNTY
AND
p ENXlOT OFFICE

The underigned having made arrangements
with . responsible firm in Washington City, il
nov prepared with superior facilities for procuring
the adjustment and prompt payment Of all valid
claims against the United States Government,
such - Pensions due invalid or disabled soldiers
or to tho widow or minor heirs Of deceased SOL
diers.
The 500 Bo unity,
and arrears Of pay due the heirs Of deceased OIL
GERS and soldiers. Monies due on contracts with
government officers,
for property lost OK destroyed, by those engaged
in the
UNITED STATES SERVICE
Apply personally or by letter to
HOW A R ID ID a II LIN GTON.
South-west corner Brady and Second streets,
Davenport, Iowa.
june9-tf
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1862-06-09
DISTRICT COURT.
JuNE TKRM, 1862.
Hos, JOHN F. DILLON. Judge.
IRA n. CLIFFORD, Clerk.

SATURDAY. June I.
Court opened at 3 o'clock A. N.
There were NO Gases tried BY jury TO day.
About 80 cases were disposed Of By default,
1as afternoon vas occupied In hearing mo.
etons And arguments on demurrer.
The Jury In the case Of McElrov ', Gesr
having been out oil night, and unable to
agree upon . verdict. we're di,enare.d A.
noon.
The jury In the case Of Struck ', pr..ton
brought 10 . verdict for Plaintiff for ssoo
thls morning.
The Grand Jury came into court y.ssrd.v
and presented indictments sgainst Jonathan
whsrtsall. Jeha johnson. Lafayette Frank.
Hissn Jones and David Wallace. The bill
aeainst John Haley va ignored.
The 0sssd Jury reported the jail 70 b IL
gssd sesditios. and the priseasrs veil prsvi
ded for. The Graad Jary vas tAsa dissharg
O4|9 thIo tern. s18ey a.s
Jseeshsa Whsetnall ~ besseAt iaee -.
tel. al plsad gsllsy - he isdissasat o
asasas asd baasay 49, agaiiseA Ain. He va'
ssl1esdsa = - sf>lo Avs leva iapslpss
- - pssssslsisa. ssis
0561 = slsssa y eslsek I. r. oill /
A-I4D : - l.x-
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1862-06-09

FINE Recommendations, next
door below the Hawkeys Store. on Brady
street. has been appointed agent for the sale
Of Morrison's celebrated strawberries. and
will hereafter keep them on hand In any
quantity desired. this delicious fruit; also ell
kinds Of ssasonabls vegetables. -four. etc.
Give him call,
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1862-06-09

THR Rector Of Trinity Church, in
this city. will preach the annual sermon rsls'
ting to parochial matters. this Sunday morn.
Ing service to commence at half past ten
o'clock. All interested In the parish, and
especially the commandments. are earnestly
requested to be present.
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1862-06-09
The Freshet in Pennsylvania.

Reports from Manchchunk and vicinity repre-
sent the damage in that vicinity to the canals.
railroads. private property and the destruction Of
life as greatly exceeding even the worst snticips.
lions. The canal 10 represented - washed away
for three miles from AaDchchunk. -Four dams
dents & South Bethlshsn, ars missisg, and IL 10
feared thas they ars drswnsd.
All The islaads In the Iivse ase covered With val-
cable lumber and tiDbse.
ne Belvidere : Delaware Railroad resumed o.
sraaisns today. The LshiGh valley road win s.
n operation e Aneneovn te.monow, making eea.
anre Of Ne road will b repaired In ten days. "
Hthe beidgss . ~ Beaver Meadow 1allso0a q
va1hsd SNa3.
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1862-06-09

EpwAND EvERErr.-This ripe schol.
Ar and statssmsn will lecture in this city on
Monday evening next. June l6th. At Mstropol'
itan Hall. We shall have more TO cay regard.
Ing this anticipated treat. in . day or two.
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1862-06-09

Paoxor1oS.-Capt. John Williams,
Of Company g. eth Iowa Infantry. has been
promoted to Major Of that regiment. for GAL
liant conduct on the battle field Of Shiloh. wee
John n. Corss promoted 10 Lieut. Col.
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1862-06-09
From Frcnont's Headquarters.

FREAoNT's HEADQUARTERS, Nit. Jackson,
June 8, 1862. !
The further pursuit Of Jackson has boon impos-
sible to-day, owing to the sudden rise Of the
Shenandoah, and the pantoon bridge replacing
the bridge burned by the rebels was completed,
and part of Gen. Fremcnts force crossci this
morning. 1t rained hard all night and day the
river rose IL feet in fsur hours, bringing down
great quantities of drift wood and heavy timber,
which finally parted the bridge in the middle.
The material was all saved and 20 accidents oc.
CURED.
400 prisoners have been taken
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1862-06-09
RIVER ITEMS.

Saturday, June Z.
ARRIVED.
JENNIE WuPPLn, Morrison. Keokuk.
FRRD LoREnz, Mason, Galsna.
SuCKER Stars, Ward, st. Paul.
BILL HENDE.soN, Rhodes, Dubuque.
D1PAREID:
An HINE, Gait, Dubuque.
SycKER STATE, Ward, st. Louis.
JIMMIE WMrPL8, Morrison, Keokuk.
FRED 0H.Sz, Mason, st. Louis.
SUNDAY PAoksrs.
The whole numbsr Of steamboat arrivals ct
this port during the week ending Saturday night
wss Is. s~A $50
The magnificent packet Northsrnsr, Captain
p. A. Afford, will depart fee st. Paul and WY
points this morning. Jerry Wood in the oiies.
The Northern Line packet Havksys State
Capt. Dick Gray, viii depart for st. Louis and In
tsrmsdiats points this evening Ne boat 10 bet.
ter suited to the wants Of either passenger o.
shippss than this. 81
xoNDAY PACKIfo.
Ths light dfaught packet Bill Henderson, Capt
Rhodes, win leave for Dubuqus q o'clock thil
nomins, making connections with packets fer St,
Paul and way points.
The naA and passenger packet Kate Caa,al
Capt. Davis win lsavs e. Kseksk s,d nv mint,
sse oeaeok tsS morning. making sennes>ieas 81
q. Loais IN q heau. =. -
The NestAsn H. paakst Ps.lAaas, Oapsai,
Rms vil asgast :. ix p PM Al iee.aeaiaa1
wLA-i24a
The NsseAsn Lias laskst Dsaaaek, Oa,1ais
1sea1eo4 uln deqags e - ls1isaal vsv -
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1862-06-09
From Front ROyal.
""' WI MI JUN
Special to the Tribune.

TKVNT ROYAL, June 3.
Special to the Tritune1
Capt. Sandcrson, chief comni .ary, has taken
possession of all the -four mills in the valley to.
ge'her with the grain and four on hand.
Safeguards have been gra ted by tie command
ing General to all families who request them,
without respect to their loyalty disloyalty,
the soldiers who violate them, will do so under
the penalty Of being Immediately shot.
The weather is still unsettled and the roads
almost impossible. Both branches Of tho shenan-
doah are still rising
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1862-06-09

VIZ are often asked the question
how can Warriner afford TO sell Boots and
Shoes 90 much cheaper than other dealers in
Davepport7 We Invariably answer that he
keeps the largest and best stock in town and
sells more goods than oil other dealers com.
blnsd-consequently he can sell st much lower
rates. Small pro6ts and quick sales is his
motto.
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1862-06-09

DrRcToRs. - The following is the
Board Of Directors Of the G. 4 R. l. Railroad
elected at Chicago on Friday: Thomas G
Durant. F. H. Tows. E. W. Denhsm, David
Dows. c. H. Dursnt, Harvey Kennedy. Thos
I. sturgis, Geo. +. NJ. Davis. Of New York
Nathan Peck. Mr. Haven, Robt A. Forsyth
Newburgh. N. Y; Henry Yarnham and John
+. Tracy, Chicago and E. Cook, Davenport
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1862-06-09
IMPORTANT
SOLDIERS OE'LE.lTE.

"A STATE or Iowa, ADJr Generals OysIcE,
Clinton, May 22.
The attention Of Iowa soldiers on sick leave 10
especially directed to the following General order
from Headquarters Department Of the Mississ.
ippi, by command of Major Gen. Ha.Ieck.
n b. BAKER,
Acju,snt Ioaa Of Iowa.
HsArQuARTRRs DP'r or ,nE MfssIsslPpI,l
Camp On Corihth Road, May II, 1864.
General Order No. n.
%. When soldiers sick leave are ready to
return to duty, they will report TO tho medical
odicer Of the nearest hospital who will give them
certificates to that effect. On presenting such
certificate, the Quastcrmaster's department will
furnish them transportation TO their regiments.
BY command Of Major Gen. Halleok.
J. g. kELTON, "A. g.
Davenport, Muscatne, Burlington, Keokuk, Os-
kaloo-a, Fort Madison, ,Ottumwa and Upton papers
copy txice. Also Jasper, Poweshiek. Boone and
Marion county papers copy twcc. my77-d4wtf
y. cekopos. ID. sAoAL,
Attorney at Law. Solicitor.
CONGDON 4 EAGAL,
AR CLAIM AGENCY.
North.vcs, Cor.er Of Brady and ed st,
Will give their attention to the adjustment and
collection Of demands and
Claims against the Government,
in all its departments, especially those growing
ont Of the present war.
ACCOUNTS T. BILLS
against the Governu ent made out in form, and
the necessary youchess arranged to meet the re
quirements of the War Department.
PENSIONS AND BOUNTY MONEY
obtsined under the late act Of Congress and in
struction OF the Treasury Department.
Having correspondents at Washington,
Claimants and Creditors Of the Government can
rely on the greatest promptness in the dispatch VI
sll business connected With this agency.
HBHskENCBS:
Hon. s. ]. Kirk wood, Hon Hiram Price, Hon.
John F. Dillon, Hon. George H. French, John 6.
Henry. Esq, h. A. Macklot, Esq. B. Woodward.
Esq, Chas. d. Eldridgs, Esq., Ass.rs Patnsn
Rogers, Mesms Davises True, Mes'rs Go e
Drary, Nsssrs. Dow 4 Brown, DsvsnpSst, Iowa;
@. ". Horton, Esq, LsClaise q. OCosrsr'
ESQ.,, Nusoatine; DF. a. h. Tsy!os, Ly1ns; ~.
n. fhonps Esq, Pineston; =: y. Dowseys
Eco Iowa City; H. o PAT, .sa; l'PWsSni
Vsndever. Dubuqus'; 1t. Col WiLaan nsu: llsA
| ps.;msnt iow. Voluntes ~ 1essrs. v bite BEos.s
cSssaso, III; B. h canPs''l. 0al'sa. N.
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1862-06-09
From Baltimore.

BALTINJKE, JuDc 3.
The steamer 8. r. Spaulding arrived 1t Old
Point on Friday from tue Pamunxy River, with
wounded. She proceeded t. the marine hospital
st Portsmouth, where about IS Of the worst cases
were put Of. It is contemplated to send her to
among the wounded 9TH Michigan, e Nor
ton, sergeant; Company II, l. Locklin, corporal
company G. 1st Minnesota. NV Dnmsie 5th
Michigan, Bigelow, o r Husten, Il Donelson,
Wright. company F, W Tyler ST.. United States
lnfantfv. Onesch Bond
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1862-06-09
PARsoN BRowsLow's Book.-Fro,

FINE PERFUMERY.-Mr. l.. Grabbe
under the LsClaire House, has Just received !
splendid lot Of pe,fumery and toilet articles
from the most celebrated manufactories in the
country. Psreons desiring anything in his
line will do we'll 70 call
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1862-06-09
THE CITY,.
FoR markets see fourth page.

SrRAwBraRlEs.-Capt. Trout will
hereafter Be in daily receipt Of this ds'ie-
ious fruit plueked fresh every morning The
Captain always keeps up With the times, and
10 not to be outdons BY anybody.
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1862-06-09
DAVENPORT. IOWA. MONDAY MORNING. JUNE g. 1852

CoUHTY 61A1lsfIu. - From the Assessor's
books Of the different tovnships Of Scott
county vs collect the following facts and fig.
urges relative to the wealth Of the county:
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1862-06-09
Foreign News.

New YORK, June 6.
The steamers South wick and Gladiator, from
Nassau, with turpeniine, had arrived at Liver
pool.
The Post says If Davis and BeAuregard can in
diet dsfsst on the federals the independence Of
tie South will be achieved. If they are overcome
the South may be considered vsnquished.
FRANCE.
The Paris Pasyie denies the rum0rs that France
intends TO withdraw from Mexico.
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1862-06-09

3. n. PsrTEN0iLL / Co, No. 81 Park Row, New
York, and State street, Boston, are our agents
or the DRNo0RAr NBws in those cities. and
are authorised TO take advertisements and sub
scriptions for a. at our lowest rates.
G. H. SCRIv1x, %, Dearborn street, Chicago 70
authorized to receive advertissm FOR this pa
per.
ROUNDS LAx0Dox, l5S Randolph street, Chi
eaeo. Are TO receive advsrti ssments for
this paper.
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1862-06-09
From Boston.

BosrON, Jane Z.
The steamer Daniel Webster has arrived. Ha,
list Of wounded comprises mostly those Of men
from tho Middle States.
The gun-boat Cuyler. from Key wsst, has q.
rived. ~
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1862-06-09
Judge BuYch Released.

ST. Louis. juno 8.
Judge Burith, who was arrested at Rol'a few
days since, for expressing dsioyal sentiments was
released and psroIed by the Provost Msrshal yes
terdsy, with the understanding, however, that he
is 70 report himself whenever required. The
Judge Will Immediately take his seat in the State
convention.
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1862-06-09

ss...4 49, ts4ssg8asSJ ouDD0Qb June u.
An sRtonGivo Aso oeopned n he ~ Leafs sub-
NH this msen1ne 0ne Aundred ao1 tWsoty
houses, nestly wssdsa baij1iaQ, sssapisd by 0e-
ehanieo, Wego deDtsoyed.
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1862-06-09

Latest News from Mcclellan.
WAsHINeroN, Juns7
f,o,, message received At the War Department
o.c,ncl s"elAl MoClellan's headquar,ers, At IL
a. state that all was quiet IN the vicinity.
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1862-06-09
LATEST NEWS
r TELEGRAPH.
MEMPHIS 4sSSy;s!,E 4SsSSSyy;!E0 BY OUR
The UnfOnlsts Of Texas Ia
he heard from,
Cej. Csrcoran again expected at IT.
Monfoo'
Memphis Surremd dered

memphis Surrendered.
NJ CAIRO, juno Z
The operator at New Madrid teegraphs that
the steamer Platte Valley had passed that point
from Memphis direct. Our forces are in undispu-
ted possession. The city is quiet.
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1862-06-09

Gel. CoeeeEan Expoceea Hs0o.
INV Yea8 Is .
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1862-06-09
From Fort Henry.

FoRr HsNRY, Juns7.
:, salute Of 80 guns is being fred in honor Of
the taking Of Richmond.
A slight shock Of an EARTHQUAKE was experieno-
Cd hero yesterday.
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1862-06-09

Any person looking over the figures care.
folly. and comparing those Of one township
With another viii very eadily arrive at the
conclusion that the electoral franchise ID some.
times sadly sbussd - relates to the election Of
Asssssofs. Wshavs examined The books Of
each tovnship and fnd but one or two credit
able jobs among the lot Il sone instance il
il very svidsat that the Asssssors wsr. not
men Of ripe judgsmsnt The asssppns.k a. =
tovs is- ~ Important nsstsr, ana no man
should bs permitted 70 make IL who laeha a.,
dinary aeass at lase. zs9ie s = -assess..s
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1862-06-09
RECAPIrULATION
$7,l36,S59

V,I36,S59
It will be noticed that the township Of Lib.
srty bas no place in these calculations. This
10 the fault Of the Assessor, Who sent in bic
books without having completed bis work.
There ere several other townships Clsopa
Blue Grass and Buffalo. wherein the assessor,
have failed to do their duty. in carrying ont
their footings - they should BE-. hence " are
unable to give the full returns Of those coup.
tiea, % Of the others. We have the satisfac.
eon Of knowing that they will not get their
pay until they have complete their work,
The following figures represent the number
Of persons liable to military duty in the ssve.
ral tswnships Of the county, except Aliens
G.>.A ah;ah l.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1862-10-04

disaster, II L. essential that all should ytsla
obcdicncc 70 any orders emanating from supe-
riors I'm authoritr."
The Richmond Wing says that the entire
rebel losses in the Manassas battle. do not en- :
coed 5.as, and that the losses In the engage
mrntS IN Maryland range between i've and
seven thousand. Beyond 4 douhi, our losses
are Irss than one-fourth OF those sustained by
tho my.
Gen. Windrr publishes list % ahout a hum
dTCd negroes confined in tho military prisou,
III Richmond, OF whom twenty are from the ires
States.
FROM AREANsAs
Oar information, from reliable source. says
the Gr-nads Appeal,l il that magnificent
army H. being org anized west OF the Mississippi.
TO contend with the Federal in yadrrs. OF aus
extent aud locality, n II unnecessary 10 spcaks
suffice IL TO say. that il Is sufficient 10 rid thu
country of the ytndals who have 20 long dryas-
ta;'d IL. Every report from the trans VI isl Is
sipri department is encouraging.
EAESPTkp.
The employees Of newspapers have been
exempted from the CONSUMPTION law by the
Confederate House.
HuNxiNg THE BLOCKADE.
The Richmond Wing OF the 3gih says:
"cn Thursday morning last. the steararr
kat- ran the blockade and anchored near
Smith lille, II The mouth of the Cape Fear. She
started for Wilmington Friday morning"
The Wing has long and rxultant editorial
upon tha prospect Of Discussions in our ranks.
from ;he war OF ;hc abo,itionists upon McCiei-
Ian.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1862-10-04
4 CONTRACTION

CAMP NEAR SHARPsBURti, Md. Sept 3l-
Editor Star: The enclosed paragraph WAS pub
ii>hed III the Phlsa-iphia' Press Of the 2gth in =
slant
"Dn Thursday, N noon, Gen. Griffin an per
Son, with the 3fh MlSSac husat;s and the Ist
District of Columbia Regiments, crossed the
river. They threw out skirmshrrs advanced
up the hill and, proceeding cautiously, passed
into the woods. Shortly afterwards tlcy sent
back piece OF artilicry and IN artillery forge
which the rebels had LETT behind. They re-
manned over during thr afternoon, but n there
was no firing, il is TO no presumed they did not
find the Rebels IN force"
Please allow mo 20 correct this statement
through your paper. II WIS., the I'd ID. C. Rr-i-
imrni and not the Iat that crossed the river and
outside OF CIR OWN regiment one accom-
panied us hut Gen. Griffin and star we make.
;i,i- statement that oar Washington friends NAV
know that NJ have not been idle during our
;,i,>.:ic-, having been always kept in the adj