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The Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1837-1867, 1862-05-30

The rumors that have reached US by the
foreign mails of the last few weeks, Of an in
tention on the part of the European Powers
to interfere in the American struggle, appear
to have had no real foundation. NJ. Mer-
ceir's visit to Richmond, 1T is now we'll known,
was undertaken without orders from his mas
ter, and was attended by no political results
whatever. The French minister evidently
thought the time had come when the hard
pushed rebels would accept mediation, and
that compromise might be brought about
between the North and South, the credit Of
which would be due to France and himself
The Index" the new secesh organ in Lon
don, and the foreign journals that sympathize
with the man-stealers' rebellion, made great
hubbub about this journey to Richmond, and
built numerous theories of intervention on
it, but they have all exploded. Intervention
will come, however, if the rebellion is not
speedily disposed Of. France and England
will not hesitate about stepping in when their
interests require it, and they can see the re-
suit of such action clearly, as the case of poor
Mexico abundantly proves. Governments
are the most selfish bodies in the world, and
the question of moral right or wrong
is unknown in diplomacy.
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THE FIGHT AT FRONT ROYAL.
Interesting Particulars.

The statement of Capt George Smith, who
escaped from Front Royal, says our forces
were first informed of the approach of the
enemy by a mounted negro. The men laugh
ed at him, bit Col kenly was convinced of
his truth. The long roll was beaten, the
men springing hastily to arms and forming
into line by companies. The rebels appear
ed soon, and, strange to say, not a single
gun was fired by the pickets of the LIST Ma
ryland. They may have been surprised, ow-
ing to a sudden turn in the road. One COM
pany was deployed as skirmishers and to
support section of Knapp's battery. The
lieutenant colonel Of the Pennsylvania 18th,
with small detachment of his men, who had
been acting as pioneer corps, also formed.
The battery discharged shot and shell nearly
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THE CALL FOR TRooPs.-The call of the
government for additional troops meets with
the hearty response which might have been
anticipated. The order some time since Or
dering dscontinuance of recruiting was re-
celved in some quarters with disappointment.
and in such places the present opening to
enlist will be gladly embraced. We believe
that the intimaton first came from Washing
ton to the effect that the present recruiting
was only to fill up regiments in the field, and
organize reserve. This We believe is gra-
tuitous; the people understand that disease
and death are continually decimating our ar
my, and they have such confidence in the
government that the president can rely upon
all the troops he needs to carry out his pro.
gram, even if England should feel disposed
to "pitch in"
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The Present Position of Our Forces.
THE LATEST REPORT.

The following was received at the war de-
partment at II o'clock Monday night
Wn.LIAMSroRT. May % p. INTO the
resident Il have the honor to report the
safe arrival of my command at this pace last
evening at 10 o'clock, and the passage of the
fifth corps across the river TO-DAY, with COM
paratively but little loss. the loss of men
in killed, wounded and missing, in the diff
ferent combats in which nv command has
participated since the march from S:rasburg
on the morning of the oath inst, am una
BILE now to report, but have great satisfac-
ton in being able to represent that although
serious, it is much less than might have been
anticipated, considering the very great dis
parity of forces engaged, and the long ma
tured plans OF the enemy, which aimed at
nothing less than the entire capture of our
force. \ detailed Statement will be forward
ed as soon as possible. Ny command en-
countered the enemy in 2 constant succession
of attacks, and in well contested engage
ments at Strasburg, Mlddletown, Newton, at
point also between these places, and at
Winchester. The force of the enemy is esii-
mated at from fifteen to twenty thousand
men, with very strong artillery and cavalry
supports. My own force consisted of two
brigades, less than 1000 strong. all told, 1900
cavalry, ten Parrot guns and smooth bores
The substantial preservation of the entire
supply train is source of qualification. 1t
numbered about 500 wagons, and on fore
ed march of 30 miles, Sd of which were per-
formed in one day, subject to constant attack
in front, rear and flank. according to its po-
sition, by the enemy in full force. With the
panics of tesmsters and the mischances of
river passage of more than 800 yards, with
slender preparations for ford and ferry, lost
not many more than 80 wagons. A full
statement IF this loss will be forwarded
forthwith. Very great commentator is due
to Capt S. B. Holabird, assistant quarter
master, and Capt E. G. Breckwith, for the
safety of the train. Our troops are in good
spirits, and occupy both sides of the river.
n. p. BANKS, Major General.
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GtERRlLLAS HUNTED lppWN
The Safety of Washington.

The Washington In.elligencer has an =.
cal coniemning the representations tia. =
insurgents menace The national capital. r.,
sides creating false alarm, they are UNI.
to the military disposition which the sorc,,-
merit has made for the defense of the CITY
Another dispatch says the public vii p,,-
haps soon enough find out from the d:>.os-
ton made at Washington, that there is NJ.
and has not been, any such alarm concern.r.
that city or lis vicinity, as has been e.
where imagined, and that the regiments ca
ed for are TO be used properly in view q $.
oeSs.al operations by the grand armies n =.
fed, and TO give them perfect etficiencr.
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shoot a man now" l don't wish to be ego
tistical, but certainly would be much oblig-
ed to the scholar who will point out to me
any remark able difference between the scrip
tural portraiture Of Jobs patience and my
own silence on that occasion. wanted, and
who would not want, to say something? But
nv speech was choked with malice, VEN
geance and disgust. Yes, wanted to call
him low, ungrateful, niggersuckled descen-
dant Of once proud and heroic ancestry !;
and why | didn't do it, or something worse
is more than | shall at this time attempt to
explain. at once left the ungrateful, fiend-
ish wretch, but not without several heart
promptings to 90 back and as politely
as possible, hate him to death. Com
ments, postscrip,s and doxologies are most
respectfully solicited to the real, candid, and
not overdrawn picture Of Southern rebel,
wretch and devil. That's ALL"
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C. As the hot season approaches at the

O. AS the hot season approaches at the
South, sickness will probably increase in our
camps, although the "boys" are pretty well
acclimated now. They are anxious to do
their hard fighting and marching before the
sickly season comes on, and return home.-
By private letter from the Sd regiment we
learn that many Of the soldiers are anticipat-
ing another march through St Johnsbury
next 18th Of July. In what way could that
glorious day be better celebrated than by the
welcome home of our brave and SCARED vet
Grams, after long year Of hardship and dan
ger' We hope that this may be; Tut should
the oo'tinacy Of the rebels keep our troops
in the field until another 4th of July, or even
until dozen shall have passed away, they
will not complain, and when the meeting
does come, it will be all the happier for being
long deferred.
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Our Army at Winchester.
ARRIVAL OF REINFORCEMENTs.

Dispatches we're received at the war de-
partment at ten O'Clock Saturday night, from
Gen Banks at Winchester He had moved
from Strasburg to Winchester for the pur-
pose of securing his stores and trains from
the enemy and to prevent his communication
from being interrupted. His advanced
guard entered Winchester at ) o'clock, with
all his trains and stores in safety. A strong
attack was made upon the trains at Middle
town by tie rebel infantry, cavalry and artil-
lsry, but it was repulsed, and few wagons
abandoned by teamsters were secured. Ger.
Banks will return Immediately to Strasburg.
Col Henley, in command of the force at
Front Royal, was not killed but only wound
ed and taken prisoner. No particulars OF
the engagement at Front Royal have been
received. The enemy are in possession OF
Front Royal. Gen Geary occupies strong
position on the Manassa railroad at White
Plains. He has been reinforced, Gen Banks
has also been strongly reinforced.
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GEN BANKS OFFICIAL REPORT.
HEADQUARTERS. Mar;insburs, May 81

HEADQUARTERs. Mar;insburg, May 81 -
Hon +. VI. Stanton-rhe rebels attacked us
this morning a, break of day in great force.
their number being estimated at $4,000, con-
sisting of Eweli's and Jackson's divisions. =
The fire a. the pickets began with the light,
and was followed by the artillery, until our
lines were fully under fire On both sides
The left wing stood firmly, holding its ground
well, and the right did the same for a time,
when two regiments broke lines under fire
of the enemy. The right wing fell back.
and we were ordered to Withdraw, and the
troops passed through the town in considera-
bic confusion. They were quickly reformed
on the other side, and continued their march
in good order to Martinsburg, where they
arrived at 2.4O pm. distance of 22 miles
Our trains are in advance and will cross the
river in safety.
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ALONG THE COAST.
Gen. Bnrnside's Operations.
SECESH COMMISSIONERS SEIZED.

Major Gardiner reports the seizure bv
Gen Burnside of 4 small steamer loaded
with church bells, which were en- route TO be
cast into rebel cannon. lie also reports that
all the citizens are coming back 10 Elizabeth
City in consequence of Gen BurnsiGes pro-
clamation. Gen Burnside has seized all the
commissioners of the town of Edenton, y.
C., L. J. Bland, A. J. Glover, ii. A. Bond,
and +. :. Roberts. and has taken them TO his
headquarters at Newbern. The fifth COM
missioner was not arrested because he was
confined to his bed by sickness. They are
held as hostages for the safe return of Mr.
White. Union pilot, who was seized by the
confederateS while on visit to his wife 4.
Edenton. 1t is alleged that these commits
siOners connived at Mr. Whites arrest, though
they deny any completely with the matter and
insist that they had no power TO prevent il.
Gen Burnside intends TO send one of the
commissioners to Raleigh, whittier Mr. White
has been conveyed, to demand his release
The confederates threaten to hang Mr. White
and Gen Burnside intends that all the COM
mlssloners shall swing for it in case the con-
tederates execute their threat.
Raleigh Loyal.
An arrival at Fortress Monroe, from New
bern. says the American flag was raised in
Raleigh some three or four DAYS ago by the
citizens. No particulars had been received.
The news arrived by fagsof truce.
FROM NEwBERS.
The transport Albany, from Newbern the
I'D, has arrived at New York. and reDor,s
the Oriental still ashore, but it was expected
she would be got off, as she still remained
tight. Half the cargo viii be saved, includ-
ing all the express packages. The Newborn
Progress OF May 10Th mentions the return of
an expedition of two regiments from Pol
laeksvllle. where they met and dispersed
some rebel cavalry. No casualties mention
ed.
A >kIRMIsH NEAR CLINTON.
A reconnaissance was made to Clinton, 10
miles south of Newbern, few days since
The enemy's advanced pickets were found,
and skiimish ensued. We lost one lieu
tenant and 4 privates taken prisoners. We
left of the enemy's dead on the field and
took . prisoners. The health and spirits Of
the troops at Newbern continues excellent.
ANOTHER REBEL OUTRAGE
On Thursday party, consisting of two
companies of North Carolina cavalry and
one company of infantry, visited Swift Creek,
II miles from Newbern, where Union meet
ing had recently been held, and arrested sew
eral Union men. taking them away with them.
One of the men, who was very loud in his
expression Of Union sentime, is, was taken
into the woods by the enemy, where his
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Gen Butler has issued an order which will
probably lessen the impudence of the she re-
bells of New Orleans. Everywhere that our
troops have been the secesh "ladies" have ia
ken advantage of their sex to pour out their
insults upon the soldiers, trusting to northern
politeness to shield them from harm. Ben.
tells them that "those ladies of New Orleans"
who have insulted the United States soldiery
shall be regarded and held liable to be trea-
ted as women of the town, plying their avo-
cation"
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Three SkirmiShes on Saturday.

4 dispatch from Gen Mcclellan to the
war department. Saturday night, states as
follows There were three skirmishes TO-
day. We drove the rebels from Mechanics
vile. seven miles from New Bridge. The
4th Michigan about finished the Louisiana
Tigers. They lost 30 prisoners anG 30 Kill
ed our loss was 10 killed and wounded.
Gen Mcclellan telegraphs that lis troops
have cut the Virginia Central railroad a,
three points.between Hanover Court House
and the Chickahominy. Nothing else of in
terest tranSpired.
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MILITARY.

Prof Charles l.. Allen, NJ. ID, Of Md
bury, has been appointed surgeon of the r.
regiment, most excellent selection. II,
following recruiting officers have been :.
pointed
Caledonia Co, f. B. Frost. 81 JohrSbr-,.
Chiitenden Co., jeremiah French. Barl.rr
ton.
Franklin Co, A. b. Jewett, Suanton.
Lamoille Co, Ckas. Dutton, HYDE Parh.
Rutland Co, Edward H. Ripley, Rutl2al
Washington Co, 4. ]. Mower, Calais.
WindRam Co, +. Goodhue, Bratlleboro.
Windsor Co, Cfas. Jarvis, Weathersiit.d !.
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A BATTLE AT WINCHESTER.
Our Forces Driven Back to Martinsburs
THE REBELS IN GREAT FORCE,

The enemy under Gems Ewel and john
son, with superior force, gave battle to Gen
Banks Saturday morning. at daylight, at
Winchester. Gen Banks fought them four
hours and then retired in the direction of
Martinsburg, with what loss is unknown
The enemy it is understood, is advancing
from Winchester on Harper's Ferry, and our
troops there are being alidly reinforced
Rumor says that Gen Jackson is advancing
to the support of Ewell and Johnson, and
there are also statements that there is still an
other force behind him. Prompt means ha, e
been taken to meet the emergency, if true an
reported.
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two hours, until nearly all the ammunition
was expended. There is no doubt of its eff
Cheney, but we were unable, however, to with
stand such overwhelming force. The order
was given to retire, and the entire column
moved over the Shenandoah river, the re-
treat being covered by a company of the 9TH
New York cavalry. The rebel force consist
ed of s companies of cavalry and regiments
of infantry, of which two regiments OF infant
~ and Squadrons of cavalry were fording
the stream, the water being very low. The
order double quick was given, and the feder-
ais took TO the pike, where another stand
was made, the colonel urging his men to
fight to the last. The rebel cavalry display
ed the black flag and many shots were ex-
changed. when the New York cavalry. who
were Still. in the rear, broke and retreated,
riding pell nell through the ranks of our in
fantry. Part of the latter retreated to a
wheat field and there male another stand
firing rapidly and with precision. Presently
on came the rebel cavalry, cutting right and
left, yelling like Indians. In some instances
neither the diving nor wounded were spared
and in two instances the captain saw then
shot in the head while lying on the roadside
He told the men they had better return to
the pike and escape as best they could
The rest of this story, relating to the cap
tains escape, is not important. There were
only 6 companies engaged in the fight, tn
rest of the regiment being on picket dat,
and as provost guard a. Front Royal.
EARLY TUESDAY DISPACTH.
By dispatches received at the war depart
ment We learn that affairs are quiet in tn
vicinity of Harper's Ferry. A message from
Gen Banks, dated one o'clock Tuesday morn
ing, says that Capt Coils, of the Zouave
d'Afrique, has brought his command int
Hancock, having had killed. Later dis
patches from Banks say that all is quiet a
Williamsport, Nd.
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fsr Eight more wounded Vernon. soldiers
arrived at the New England Rooms il NV
York on Friday of last week. Their MANS
are reported as follows: George Eddy, W
liam Mexican. Co b. and David Patch. u
Regiment: John Frisbie, Go. II. and c II.
Sanborn. Sd Regiment; S. l. Taylor, Co {.
18th; James Swesnv. 9Th Regimen. ard
Frank a. Waterman, Co. b, 9th Regime.
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r. President Lincoln on Tuesday trans
mitted to Congress characteristic message
in which he assumes the responsibility" Of
some acts of ex-Sec Cameron, and exculpates
him from the charges brought against him
by the House. MIR Lincoln says that at the
commencement Of the war he, by the advice
of the whole cabinet, authorized those meas
ures, and fully exonerates Mr. Cameron from
all blame in the affair.
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FROM MEXICO.
TIE FRENCH DEFEATED.

Some official dispatches received al Wa,.-
ington. dated Orazaba the 9th, state tia. 1
French troops were met br 10000 Mexico,
three leagues from that city, and defeat.
with loss of 800. 1t does not appear l..
Iuarez had fed, as has been stated.
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Later-Our Force Attacked again.

Dispatches received by the war depart
ment state that Gen Banks was attacked at
Winchester Sunday morning, and has fallen
back towards Mar,insburg and Harpers' Fer
ry. The enemy are reported to be in large
force, and many reports state the rebel force
has left Richmond and moved north to take
the offensive.
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DETAILED ACCOUNT.

Two members of Col Henley's regiment
have arrived at Baltimore. They report that
they were attacked by large cavalry force
under Ashby, and two regiments of infantry,
and twice repulsed them with great loss
Kenley's force was the first Maryland regi-
ment, one section of knapp's Pennsylvania
battery, and three companies of the 29th
PENNSYLVANIA. Whilst tie fight was pro-
crossing, two companies of New York caval-
~ came to their assistance. The fight COM
menced at ~ o'clock and continued up to
night, when their infantry succeeded in sur
rounding them. The first fight and repulse
took place east of the Shenandoah, and find
ing the force too great, our army retreated
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COUNCIL OF CENsoRS.-On "Wednesday III
ith Of June, 1862, the council of oensors r..
hold their first session at the State House.
Montpelier. The first council met in l->1-
and the 10Th council Will meet next month.
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THE MOUNTAIN DEPARru,
Heavy Skirnishes at FrauLs,
PrincetOn..Success of the Fed,,.-, ana

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS oil the Federal AM
NEW YORK, Nav 90. 4 spee7al !.
to the Tribune from Franklin. Va -
Crook, with force of infantry and
made dash on the Central Re-,
Jackson river depot, driving lgrr ,'a@ Z:
force before him, and burning IT,. -, r.,
bridge ten miles from the depot, ca, 80 a
a noted guerrilla, Capt Shirts. ana -
men. He passed through Corir-t,,. - "a.
out resistance, finding rebel DISPATCH, =
telegraph office to the effect that a - Il
tary movement in Greenbriar and NJ u
counties had failed, and that the M. -
timent prevailed. Several pronjprr-, 80, 81
sionists were arrested, and the who. t.
ment has greatly strengthened the - -
cause in these counties.
Gen Cox telegraphs that the e,r.-...
when he took Princeton. Mercer con-. -
warm, and continued at Intervals dnr;-. :
day. We lost about lhirt, killed ,oI =, ~
~ wounded. The prisoners repor- -.
mys loss double or treble that nun,lrr a
officers and men behaved admirably
4 Victory AT Lewi,burr
Col Heath. with 5000 rebels. attars4.3 ,,.
forces under Col Crook on FRIDAY. a, Len.
burg. After severe fight the rrbel, ~.
driven of, completely routed. Col c..
force numbered 1900. Our loss was Ia =
ed, 40 wounded and S missing. The -
loss was much greater. We captured -.
non, 200 stand of arms. loo prisoners
lieutenant-eolonel, one major. and ser,
captains and lieuienants.
GUERRlLI.As HUNTED lrOwN
Col Latham, commanding the expe5,-- F..
to Skater Mountain, reports that he las r',,.
( pietely surprised large band of rgerr;.
putting them 10 flight and capturing NJ.
their arms without loss on or s;de. T..
pursuit will be continued until the t.,5
entirely broken up.
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u In the Connecticut valley there is
promise of an abundant fruit season. The
apple, pear, plum, and cherry trees have
blossomed unusually full.
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GEN BANKS DEPARTMENT.
A Fight at Front Royal.
THE FEDERAL TROOPS REFUSED.

STRAsBURG, May "a. Col kenlys COM
mand of infantry and cavalry has been driv
en- back from Front Royal, with considerable
loss in killed, wounded and prisoners. Tie
rebel force, estimated at about 5000 or 5000,
is reported to have fallen back on Front Roy
al, and probably occupied it this morning.
\. p. BANKS, Major General.
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CARDING.

The subscriber viii card WOO, .s usual AZ a.
old sta-.d lbs easu:ns season.
JAMES TOWNSEND.
Sheffield, May "a, 1862. $685.
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g Lieut. Col Stannard of The VI. -
has been appointed by Gov Holbrooh colo
mel of the 9th regiment about TO be raised.
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c. Very neat and very cheap are the
card pictures advertised in this paper by L..
Prang & Co., Boston.
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LATER DISPATCH

McClellan's headquarters, May 9th
The only matter OF interest which has occur
red to-day, was the Smelling ont of the rebels
on the opposite side of the river at New
Bridge. which was done in a most satisfacto-
~ manner by the battery of Maj Robertson.
and Capt Tithall of the second artillery
The enemy made NJ response, but suddenly
broke camp and left with their baggage
trains.
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In pursuance of a requisition upon His Elk
cellency, the Governor of the State of Yer
mont, by the president of the United States
dated the twenty-frst day of May, A. D.
1862, regiment of Infantry Volunteers to be
denominated the Ninth regiment of Vernon,
Volunteers, will be raised and organized in
this state as soon as possible, to serve in the
army of the United States for the term oil
three years, unless sooner discharged. 1t is
hoped and expected, that the patriotic citi-
zens of Vermont will use their utmost en-
deavors to facilitate the raising of this regi
ment with dispatch. Recruiting stations will
be Immediately designated, of which due no.
tice will be given.
By order of the Governor,
PETER I. WASHBURN,
Adjt. and Insp. Gen.