The Nevada Democrat., 1862-06-03
Nerada aEmutrat.
By OVERLAND TELEGRAPH.
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CAFE GIRARDEAu, Mo-, May PA rebel
steamer lsdeu with stores, provisions, and
one Company of troops, for Memphis, wa,
captured on Saint Francis river few days
ago Sixty prisoners were taken, iuclud
lug Uae Colonel.
WASHINGTON, May 25.-The Secretary Of
War issued an order to-day, taking posses
sion Of all railroads in the United States
All railroad companies are to hold them
selves in readiness for tbe transportation
Of troops aud munitions Of war, whenever
ordered by the military authorities, to The
exclusion of all other business.
PHILADELPHIA, May 26th.-GOv. Curtin
to day issued IA general order. He says,
after the pressing requisition of the Presi-
dent, in the present emergency, it is order
ed that the several Generals and Colonels
throughout the Commonwealth muster with.
out delay their respective commands and
proceed fonrtbwilh to Washington, or such
place as indicated by future order.
New YORK, May 26ih-The Herald cor
respondent writes from Banks division.
that 900 men had been added to the rebel
force in the Shenandoah Valley. The whole
number of their troops is estimated at l8,
600, or 20 600 with lhiriy-four pieces of ar
tllery. On the 9th of May, it appears, there
o-oeo r,I,.I f,ro, in, ha mann ipa In,
Banks vicinity. The latter. however. had
troops sufficient to hold them in check; but
on the 18th, Shields and Geary g commands
were transferred to McDoweI's department,
and the same day junction had been made
between Jackson's, EwePs aud Johnso1's
forces, when they made preparations to ad-
vance on Banks reduced force with the re-
suit already tcegraphed. The rebels now
occupy the whole of the Shenandoah Valley.
BALTIMORE. May 2G.-Two members of
Kentry's regiment, arrived in this city TO.
day. give the following account: On Fri.
day the fight commenced at twelve O'Clock,
by al attack made by large cavalry force
under Ashby, with several regiments of
infantry. The fight lasted until night, when
the infantry succeeded in surrounding
them. On the first night a arepulse took
place on the east side of the Shenandoah.
Finding the rebel force too great, Kentry
retired to the west side OF the river, des
troying the principal bridge. Here he made
another stand, firing at the rebels about
200 rounds Of she'll and grape, doing con-
siderable execution. The last fight took
place four miles this side Of Front Royal.
The effort of the Federal commander had
been to fall back in order, expecting REIN
forcements momentarily from Gen. Banks.
A member of Knapp's battery says our
regiment at first fought bravely, Col. Ken
try leading them frequently to bayOnei
charge. lie also states that on the third
approach Of Asbby, he displayed white
flag until within pistol shot, the flag was
thrown down and the enemy rushed on our
troops, cutting. shooting, aud refusing all
quarter.
Bosrox. May 26th.- Gov. Andrew has
issued proclamation calling out the whole
active militia to report at Boston CommOn
to day.
WASHINGTON, May 26.-The following is
the latest Intelligence received from Banks
Department: Wllliamsporl, May 26.-We
believe our Whole force, trains aud all will
cross Ia safety. The men are in tne spirits
and crossing in good order. The labors OF
last night were fearful. The enemy followed
ms on our march. but have not appeared
this morning.
BALTIMORE. May 26.-Capt Smith. Isl
Mary land regiment. who succeeded in ma
king his escape from Front Royal. says the
rebel attack was so sudden that our pickets
did not fire a single gun--they having been
surprised and captured. Our battery was
soon engaged. discbarging shot aud shell
nearly two hours. until nearly all the am
munilion was expended, firing with spirit,
and no doubt efficiently. Unable, however.
to Withstand such overwhelming force, the
order was given to retire. The entire col
umn moved to the west side OF The Shenan'
doah. all retreating, covered by q company
of the 59th Cavalry. After crossing, another
stand was made. Many shots were ex'
changed, when the New York cavalry broke