The New York herald., 1862-02-08
The Ten Million Demand Note
Bill Passed.
important Revelations Regarding
Frauds on the Government.
Proposed Censure Of Messrs.
Cameron and Welles.
Brilliant and Successful Skirmishes
in Virginia,
&e., &e., As.

WASHINGTON, Fob. 7, 1862.
THE TEN MILLION DEMAND NOTE BILL.
Tho SIC, 900 900 Note BILL which originated in and
passed the Senate to-day, is intended as temporary
lief until bill from the House. passed yesterday
receive the consideration Of the Senate It will be
ported by the Finance Committee on Monday.
EFFECT OF THE NEWS OF THE PROGRESS OF THE
UNION FORCES.
The news to-day OF the triumphant progress Of the Union
the Tennessee river, in Pamlico Sound and on
the Upper Potomac has caused great rejoicing 1t is
gardsd however, only the first faint mvtterng Of the
terrific storm about burst upon tho rebels from all
points Of the compass.
The passage Of the currency bill and the glorious
of the Of Union Of congratu
lation administration Circles only equaled by the
sternation and dismay Of tho opposition
TIE MILITARY OPERATIONS IN TENNEssRE.
Nothing has been received At headquarters from
General Grant Commodore Foote, further than the
despatch received at the Navy Department
to the HERALD early this afternoon 1t is believed that
the expedition having elected the capture Fort Henry
has already struck much important blow the
Cumberland river.
BRILLIANT AND SUCCESSFUL sKTHMsHING WITH THE
REBEL CAVALRY.
cavalry regiment attached TO General Smiths divi.
sion accomplished brilliant reconnaissance this morn
ing In their absence they killed rebel and wounded
several, besides capturing sixteen prisoners, twelve
horses and ono wagon. The following is detailed
count Of the reconnossance:-
At four O'Clock eleven companies Of tho Cameron
dragons Colonel Friedman started in tho direction Of
Germantown, about mile and q half from Fairfax
Court House. Il was the intention to make . thorough
examination or the ensmys picket lines outside che div
sion boundaries. Owing to the carly hour OF starting
and secrecy and silence Of the advance, they
surprised rebel picket detachment at .
house Germantown Surrounding tho house
they took twelve prisoners, capture effected however
not without show Of resistance the part OF the
enemy. Over dozen shots were fred from the house
at men. Captain Wilson was hit by one shot in tho
right the ball passing through and making ugly
but not dangerous wound in the back of the neck Ser
gsant Crumey shot in tho right leg causing pain
ful but not serious Gssh wound. These the only
shots Of the enemy that took effect.
While this firing going on, largo com
pany OF mounted pcksts some OF whom had
escaped from the house, fed to q thickot near
by and opened FIRE upon our troops. Major
Curry, placing his revolver at the head Of Of the
captured prisoners caod out TO the in the thickst
II they fred another shot hc would blow out tho brains
Of every prisoner taken This bold threat stopped
nring and caused the robes 10 plunge spurs
horses and beat rapid retreat across open field.
subsequently, upon looking into tho wood the
body OF dead rebel found, which, their retreang
haste they had left One of the prisoners gave the
OF the deceased William Brbanks and his residence
Burnwel Court House. NC. He says that the deceased
was lawyer and belonged TO of the weathiest and
most influential families in that place. This the
only rebel killed, far known From OF blood
1t evident that several had severely wounded
Besides the twelve prisoners eight horses TAKEN
Our cavalry proceeded to convey their prisoners and
to0f IN tho ditoi hood I'm fhe
companies got separated. One squadron, under com
mand Of Captain O'Farrel, elatcd by their recent
splendid performance, determined to make dash To-
wards Fairfax Court House on their own hook They
had not advanced far before thcy had the satisfaction OF
taking four prisoners, wagon and four horses The
mon surrendered without opposition.
Having learned Of the above encounter with Tho
enemy's pcksts the Fourteenth regiment New York
Volunteers, Col McQuadc, Of Gen. Morels brigade vas
at despatched to the aid OF ~ the sound
Of the "long ro' tho regiment formed in ns with a.
aacrty and enthusiasm marking its call 70 evening
parade. The prospect of lively work with the enemy
reused Of spirit and lserncss ch
70 the scene Of action that shows than words can
convey tho splendid discipline and readiness nght
OF any regiment Of our Potomac army whenever called to
do battle Tho regiment. headed by its gallant Colonel
and field and line officers, quickly the march
support the cavalry. On their arrival at the scene
OF action long and wearisome march, considering thu
state OF the weather and mud, all the lighting over
and all they had 10 do march back again. which
they did in good ordsr although greatly disappointed Ia
not having had chance to try their rifles against
the enemy.
Tho prisoners horses and wagons were oil conveyed to
General Smiths headquarters Both companies Of prison
belonged to the Second regiment Of North Carolina
cavalry They looked though they had been over
well fed and their dress quite diversified In color
fabric and appearance those OF Fastas celebrated
recruits at Gads HILL or the position and condition of
the body Of rebel forces they state nothing sdd
ona the facts communicated by former prisoners and
dcscrisrs
AFFAIRS ON THE LOWER POTOMAC.
There is no news OF interest from down tho river
Abou, dozen small craft, laden with oysters wood and
produce passed tho batteries uubarmsd, although
fired at.
sEAcoAsr AND LAKE DEFErCKs.
Notwithstanding the assurances from official sources
of the perfectly pacific character Of the dispatches re-
ceivcd from the British government In reference TO tho
causes Of dcuty between the two nations supposed 70
exist much anxiety Is manifested here for prompt action
the report Of the Select Committee upon Lake and
Coast Harbor Defsnces, abstract Of which pub
ishsd the Washington correspondence Of the HERALD
on Monday II IL resardedias Of the most important
propositions before Congress- and only tho pend
ing financial scheme.
THs GOVERNMENT OF TERRITORY RECOVERED FROM
THE REBELS.
Tne necessity or providing organized governments in all
the territory from the possession of the rebels
Sc recognized by all the members Of tho Cabinet diff
ference Of opnion however, exists as TO the form and
details Of such govsrnmcnt. number Of propositions
nave boon submitted, some Of which will be forwarded
% tho Herald by mail majority Of tho Cabinet are in
favor Of tho establishment Of civil government undo, tho
Of tl,a