New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1862-04-11

taken back 10 Newbem on the AdmpaI, ""''' "
accompanied by the Delaware, leaving inc Loi''a""
and Comrne dore Perry here for day or tw0' WILL
we will also return TO Newbefn'
Tho two comnanies which we landed for q short
time in the city were not allowed to break ranks'
for fear il would give the Rebel portion OF the COM
m,nitv chance TO say that our troops came to dc
f.,.oless ctv and committed depredatiOns upon the
inhabitants.
The navy officers have mingled with the citizens,
and treated them with all the consideration and kind
ness in their power, which has done mnch TO gain
the respect of the people, who in turn have also been
as agreeable end pleasant as they dare to be under
the circumstances.
The Union portion Of the citizens who are largely
in the ascebdency, were fearful that our coming here
would get them into difficulty for they are 80 cosely
watched by their Rebel neighbors who report every
movement and action of theirs to headquarters. The
Union people were informed by Capt. Murray that
if the Rebel authorities Of the State distressed them
in any manner whatever on account Of our presence
here, Union force would take possession of the
city and county, and our troops would be quar-
tered among the Secessioniss. who would be Obliged
to contribute toward their support This is an old
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sentiment which has given the Rebel authorities Of
the State so much trouble 10 put down. Long Acre
| is the name Of the place, some ~ or IL miles from
this city, where the Stars and Stripes have waved in
defiance Of the Rebels since the rebellion broke out.
We learn that such exhibitions of loyalty exist III
different parts of the State especially in the western
counties where the Union are so numerous that
the Rebel. dare not attempt 10 put them down. IDS
county, like many Others, has given the Rebel
Government but little aid and comfort. The militia
of the comfy have not been called out 50 strong
is the Union sentiment and the authorities of the
city, and the citizens We're so much opposed to forth
flying the city, and said 50 much against it, az to cause
the Rebels stay here very unpleasant
Several hundred bushels Of corn belonging 20 the
Rebel Government was found here, which Cap.
Murray ordered TO be given TO The poor people which
was a godsend 10 them, as found the people IN Il
very destitute condition. This act of kindness Ola
the part Of the generous Murray Las done more To-
ward dissrming the people here Of prejudice against
US than hundred victories on the field. In fact
that portion of The community that were not dir
posed 10 be sociabe with us at first, inclined to
think that we are not such an abandoned set Of
creatures ne we were represented TO be- on The
whole they have about come 10 the conclusion that
they have been greatly deceived in regard to us, and
those who were at first very fearful that we would
occupy the city are now quite desirous that we
should DO co. and give the citizens Of the county pro-
lection.
Delegations from different parts Of the county
have called upon Capt. Murray, and offered TO ruise
Union companies in their towns 10 assst us in put
ting down the rebellion, if lie will only furnish them
with arms. The authorities think that could
rase loyal regiment, 900 strong in this county
in less than Il week. were we 10 make the effort;
and, from the demonstrations we have witnessed
within the past few days, we are inclined to think
that such would be the case Hyde County, which
is adjacent TO this is still more enthusiastic and out
spoken for the Union, and will 10 much better than
any other county she being one Of the first TO secede
from The so-called Confederacy.
learn that Gen. Burnside has about decided 10
accept the services Of the loyal in Ct these
counties who are to set Home Guards, TO defend
themselves against the bands Of desperadoes Who 60
around impressing Union men into the Rebel ser
vice. Tney will receive those arms which we have
captured from the Rebels.
The recent order issued by tho Rebel authorities at
Richmond to burn all the cotton, hes been carried
into effect all through these eastern counties and
we hear that the whole Southern Confederacy II
illuminated by the cotton fires from one end TO the
other.
Armed bands detailed for this duty riding night
and day all through this State, selling the cotton from
every planter Union and Rebels alike, and applying |
the torch. Oar route from Newbem to this city |
was Illuminated by the cotton fires, and on arriving
here we learn that rich and poor alike are obliged TO
deliver up THE costly material to the cotton burners,
who authorized to shoot down the first man who
refuses to deliver up bis cotton for this purpose.
The Rebel Cabinet and Congress were recently
placed in possession Of secret understanding entered
into between Secretary Seward and the French and
English Governments, which is to the effect that
Mr.. Seward has promised France and England al
the cotton they want az soon our armies get pos
session Of tie South OIL condition that neither Of
these Powers were to interfere with our blockade.
So say the Richmond papers. Hence this general
destruction Of the cotton, and the recent act by the
Confederate Congress that makes it severe penalty
for any planter who shall put in cotton crop this
year.
The Navy portion of the Burnside Expedition
under the command Of the brave and efficient Com
nodore Rowan, is in fine condition, ready 81
ment's notice for another contest with tie enemy.
Commodore Rowan is held in high esteem by officers
of every grade in the entire Expedition, and he is
winning new laurels every day. Commodore Colds
borough is entitled to much credit for selecting g. C.
Rowan TO take lis place here who is 30 well cslcula-
ted for the high position.
Lieutenant Commanding Murray, who is sec
ond in command, is another man Of the
same stamp, possessing all the traits Of char
acter necessary for the important snd responsible