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The weekly pioneer and Democrat. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn. Territory) 1855-1865, 1862-12-05
Investigation into the Conduct OF Gen.
Mcdowell.

WASHINGTON, Nov. 24.-At the meeting
of the Court of Inquiry to-day, Gen Nc
Dowell submitted for the consideration of
the court, plan of investigation, in which
he sets forth his military history from the
time of his appointment as Brigadier Gen
eral, on the l4th of May, 1861, and sug-
gests certain points of inquiry. He does
not desire, although he is willing that the
disaster of the battle of Bull Run should
be investigated, since it has already been
inquired into by joint committee of Con-
gress, and therein proposes to confne the
investigation into his conduct as a general
officer under bis commission as Major
General.
He considers the charge included in all
other points and specifications to be trea-
son, and he proposes to prove the negative
by such evidence as shall cause innocence
to be inferred. In addition to the question
of general conduct, he proposes, LIST, the
investigation of the alleged co respondence
with the enemy's commanders, or with any
one within the enemys line. The only
correspondence that he is aware OF, was
with Confederate commander opposite
Fredericksburg, and with Messrs. Robert
E. Lee and Thomas Fitz Hugh, who wrote
from Richmond on some personal matters.
Second, the investigation of his policy
towards the inhabitants of the country oc-
cupied by our troops, with reference to
themselves or their property, on which he
proposes to offer his general orders as tes+
timOny, and the evidence of several
officers
Third, as to so much of his service as
was under Gen. Met lellan, he proposes to
call that officer, Gov Dennison, Gen.
WadswOrth and Col. Key; and as regards
service under Gen. Pope, he proposes to
| call him and other officers.
Fourth, as to whether he has failed
through any personal motive to go to the
aid OF or send reinforcements to his broth
er commanders; on this question particu-
larly, whether he did or did not aid Gen.
Mcclellan when in the Peninsula; whether
he did or did not refuse or neglect to go to
him before Richmond, when his forces
were at Fredericksburg whether he did
or did not, when the campaign in the
Shenandoah Valley was ended, try to take
| active measures to 60 to his aid before
RichmOnd-on this offers official CORES
| pOndence and the testimony of Gen. Nc
| Clellan, Gen. Wadsworth and other Off
GERS.
He also wishes enquiry as to whether he
failed to cooperate with Fremont for the
relief of Banks, and whether he ever neg
| lected to send reinforcements to Banks or
Sigel. Fifth, he asks an investigation in
the charges OF drunkenness, and on this
point calls some twenty-five witnesses,
military and civil, including Gen. Scott
Gov. Dennison, Gen. Hunter, Judge Swan
of Ohio, J. W. Andrews and Michael Sui
Ivan. .3.
The court went into secret session, and
| when it came out, adjourned.
The weekly pioneer and Democrat. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn. Territory) 1855-1865, 1862-12-05

IMPORTANT FORTHCOMING REVELATIONS FROM ]
THE SOUTH.
+ 1t is stated here that letters, written By
Southern men who were members of the
Peace Convention to Northern cor loyal
members of that Convention, are to be !,
published and extensively circulated in the
loyal States about the time Of the meeting
of Congress. It is said that these letters
contain d Strong appeal for an arnistice, /.
and the settlements Of TIE difficulties belHl
tween the North and fheqS South, inpoap a1s
basis which wasI debated iny theE Rueero
portions 81 the history Of that body which
have never been published.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-06-17
For he Eeste.n Democrat.

Nh. EDrroR This has been the most extraordinary
season within the memory of any one now living. The
whole quantity of rain which has fallen since January
has been very large, and the number of rainy and
cloudy days much above the average for this portion
OF the year. We have bad within few weeks two
three gales of unusual violence, two hail storms
OF them very destructive; and the night of the 9Th
INST, We visited with storm which is remarka-
BILE beyond any record in this latitude for the quantity
OF water which fell in the of two hours. From
comparison and average of several observations the
depth of the fall not less than u inches. The
greatest rain which has fallen here within FIVE years
IS 81 inches and that occupied nearly three days in
falling The largest rain fall for any single month
during the above mention ed period is 81 inches This
was therefore such storm as is not often witnessed
out of the tropics. The effects of such sudden and
heavy fall of rain esnnot easily be imagined or de-
scrbed. The whole surface of the earth seemed 10 be
atfoat; and the destruction of mills mdams, fences
and railroads along the track of the storm is fearful
The SOIL together with the corn-crop on many bot
toms bias been swept entirely away, and wheat fields
and meadows almost buried The direction off, the
storm was from North to South
Davidson College, June Z. W Z. h.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-06-17

n. u IRoofs-There has been some recent changes
in the held officers of the North Carolina troops which
We find noticed in the State Journal In the LIST Reg
meni, Maj MeDowell is Lieut.. colonel in place of
" Ransom promoted colonel of the 35ih Regiment;
captain Skinner promoted Major of the lst In 4th
Regiment Maj Bryan Grimes is Lieut. colonel in place
OF 'no Young resigned. In 18th Regiment Maj W ]
Martin is Lieut. colonel in place of W Owens pronot
ed colonel OF the SD captain E Ross is Major of
the llth. Lieut. colonel Wade is colonel of the
18th Regiment in place Of Solomon williams appointed
colonel of the 10th Cavalry regiment Lieut. colonel
H Rutledge is colonel of the 25th Regiment in place
of Thos L Clngman promoted to Briga,dier General
Maj Elisha Cromwell Lieut. colonel of the 44th regiment
in place OF Gotten resigned. In the 9th Reg,ment
capt Isaac Avery is colonel in place of Pender pro-
NOTED to Brigadier General
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-06-17

RELIGIOUS ~ FANArIcs.-The Old School Presby-
terrain General Assembly of the Northern and border
States held it's sessions Columbus Ohio about the
last of May. New York paper, giving account of
the proceedings, says that the Rer Dr. RObt j. Bree-
inridge' submitted paper the of the country,
in which is declared that slavery wrong and ought
be aboshed-that the rebellion" must be crushed
and the leaders punished, &C. The delegates from
of the border States opposed its adoption as i'm
proper, but they had influence the fanatics,
and the paper adopted by vote of 1919 to 90 The
New School General Assembly was held at Cincinnati
about the time and adopted similar sentiments.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-06-17

| BayH The Statesve Express has always been a
friend to Col Vance, and is unwilling that he should
be used by the Raleigh Standard and Raleigh faction
lists for selfish party purposes. The Express very
properly remarks that if Col. Vance abandons the
army for a civil Office it will show that his ambition is
greater than his patriotism.
The Express, speaking of the nomination of Mr.
Vance by Mr. Holden and his squad of grumbiers says:
"That Col. Vance is popular is very true and he
ought to preserve his popularity maiden prizes
her virtue. If he ailiates with the Holden partg
and commits himself the supervision of the Stand
ard his popularity however great, will from that day
wane! Let him not unite his fortunes with bank
rupt concern, that seeks the alliance for selfish pur-
poses, for any real friendship for Col. Vance or
for the old whgs-keep clear Of all entan Cling alliances
receive not the kiss OF any JudaS!-let him continue
in the service of his country lead his brave
victory every battlefield and at the ending of the
he will stand firm in the affections of the people
his native hills in old Buncombe. In opinion,
Col. Vance is who VIII desert his flag in the
field at this critical period of his cOunrys peril, for
civil post of and smaller public usefulness if he
could be elected, when he knows there are many
civilians in the State-eminent statesmen-to occupy
the Gubernaoral Chair, while he will lead his vic
torious Legion.
Our officers of merit are few already many of
them have already fallen, and our gallant army in
places is demorased for the want of efficient COM
manders-nearly all defeats have been caused by
inefficient field officers. Under these circumstances if
Col Vance does give his abandon the army
for civil ofce-one that be as ably filled by
another-it would show that his ambition is greater
than his patriotism. This of him we do not believe
No, no. But If in this err, then say without
hesitation that at the next Governors election, if Col
Vance is a candidate, both people and army ought to
vote against him.
Moreover, the policy of applying to the Army to
furnish high Executive functionary is to say the
least very questionable, especially in time of war.
union of purse and sword is of all matters, to be
sedulously guarded against in a republican govern
meut as endangering liberty If the army or the
fhpir from no.
this country. in many others, may find their
liberties departing. Many of people
trembling in fear of military despotism, whether
well grounded not do not pretend to say.
Human nature is corrupt and ambition often developes
itself in those whom believe the least inclined to
uSurp the rights of the people, Safety is always Sc
cured by vigilance and jealous of our privileges.
When this is ended, and gallant soldiers re-
turn to the bosoms of their families then will not
DC behind the foremost in voting the meroriou: the
h'gh civic places for which they shall possess qualih
cation
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-06-17
NORTHERN NEWS.

RIoHMoNp, June I4.-The New York Herald, OF the
10TH has been received here.
There in the Herald Of the defeat Of
Fremont and Shields by Jackson.
The departure of Lord Lyons for England produced
great sensation in Washington. The Herads corros-
pendent says that Lyons goes upon the invitation Of
Seward, to the English Cabinet that the war
cannot be of long duration.
Secretary Chase asks authority issue one hundred
and fifty millions legal tender notes, and bill for that
ohec, has been reported from the Committee Of Ways
and Meads.
place in Norfolk the 18th Gov Pierpont expected
be present.
Seward has gone to New York, to be absent several
days. Raverdy Johnson is going TO New Orleans as
Commissioner of the State Department
In the United States Senate Mr. Powell of Kentucky,
introduced resolution in relation to the formation Of
negro regiments by Gen Hunter Mr. Sumner introduced
resolution calling upon the President to revoke tn .
appointment of Mr. Stanly Military Governor of
North Carolina.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-06-17
FROM EUROPE.

The New York papers, of the 9th, contain news by
the steamer Persia to the 10th. The anxiety for
from America is daily becoming more intense among
the commercial classes of England The London Timss
remarks that is deprived of any information from
the seat of war; except that which the Federal GoverR
ment is pleased to prepare for home and foreign
sumption.
The Partisan corresponds nts of the Belgium news
papers nearly unanimous In stating that French
diplomacy actively engaged in finding terms Of
agreement by means of which the war in America may
be terminated. The Anvise, published at Antwerp
says thai offer of mediation will be made TO with
in a very short time.
In regard to the capture of the British steamer Ber-
muda by the Federal bockaders, Mr Layard declared
in the house OF Commons that the had been refer
red To the law officers Of the Crown.
The London Times thinks the details Of the capture
of New Orleans puts The surrender of the city in light
favorable to the defenders. similar tone is
sumed by the Paris press.
Declarations made in q late discussion is Parliament
indicate that the great Armstrong gun is practically
failure
LArER.-The steamer Africa, with Liverpoof dates
in the 3lst, has arrived at Halifax
The French army in Rome is shout to be reduced 10
q single division.
The English conservative party have collected all
their force for the purpose upetng Lord Palmerston
on the retrenchment question; ministerial crisis Ia
therefore deemed imminent. Mr. Lindsay gave notice
that he should call attention the relations Of England
June Nothing said about Intervention recogni-
ton.
The London Times, of May %, says Lincoln was right
in describing this big jobthis is the biggest
job of the kind more ninety days busi-
uess--battles known to be imminent will exceed in
severity any hitherto fought The Times says the pro-
camaton of Butler realizes all told Of the tyranny
by victor the vanqushed. The state Of slavery
endured by negroes in New Orleans cannot be more
absolute than that suffered by tho whites in that
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-06-17

In this town, on the eth inst, DIR. Joseph ". Cald-
we'll aged 80 years.
In this town, on the 18th inst Thomas Willard, in
FAINT son of Col. VIM. A. and Alice Owens
In this county, on the sth instant, Lieut. James A.
White member of the "Mecklenburg Farmers COM
pany, aged 80 years.
In this county, on the 9th inst, John " Tate, son
ofThos. z. Tate, aged "a years.
In Richmond, on the 9th inst, of fever, John A. n.
Todd of Saml and Harriet Todd of Mecklenburg
county, aged % years. He a member of the Big
Spring Band, and was in the Williamsburg battle.
In Siatesyille on the I'd inst Mr. H McRorie aged
55 years.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-06-17

20 The Fayetteville Observer very readily jumps to
the defence of Col Vance, but when Mr. Johnston was
bitterly assailcd by the Rairigh STANDARD because his
mentioned for the office of Governor the Obsr-
had a word say in the way of rebuke. Mr.
Vance has allowed himself be used a tool by the
enemies of the State and Confederate Administrations,
and the Standard manufactured big tale of the exploits
of Vance Nwbcm for party purposes and because
corrected it and showed that Col Vance did nothing extra
Nwbrn, the Observer again undertakes to lecture
The enemies of the State and Confederate administrations,
the 5,u-fndrrs and actonsts about Raleigh and else
where long since determined to use Mr. Vance and his
position in the army for party purposes in order to defeat
any candidate hom the orign; scccssionists as the
Standard drsgnatcs portion of peope) might agree
upon. Mr. Vance has consented To b" used in that way
the STANDARD that he will run-and if any one
ducs say word against him and the bargain the cry is
To- Be- raised, Oh you must not talk about soldier !!
Ne repeat, that Col. Fances position the army
BE- used fol- party puiPoses-to help put HIM in the Gov
ernors chairand he has consented to the bargain Is
that rights it fair 1t is bad sign the game
commenced thus carly of using soldiers for party
and selfish purposes
But if the Observer feels it duty to defend Col Vance
simply b"c;,usc he is the army why did defend
Gen Branch when maicously assailed by the Standard
We don't to quarrel with any about party
mattes-we have done everything in power to pre-
party contcst-but want fair play. One soldier
good another, both discharge their duties the
best of their ability. Col. Vance is entitled to no More
honor than the humblest private in the ranks and he has
right quit the service for civil office than has
private but especially has he right allow his
aud position a soldier to be used by who
have been abusing officers and finding fault with the Gov
eminent ever since the commencement of the war.
Mr. Vance and Mr. Johnston both belonged to the same
political party and in supporting MIR Johnston
subject to the charge OF acting from party MOTIVES. Mr.
l..
politician and sought office since he 81 wears
of age
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-06-17
THE FALL OF MEMPHIS.

The evacuation Of Corinth led us to Anticipate the
fall Of Memphis Rumor gave currency to the
summation of the unGcky blow, two days ago, and in
tegence which reached the city last night through
Major Richardson, of the army lately at Cornth, con-
frmed il. The city did not fall, however, without q
struggle, and deadly one. The enemy advanced
with their heavily armed gunboats Saturday
ing and were met by the Confederate A0et, but the
superior numbers and of the former proved
powerful for the latter contend against but they
risked the effort and fought until they were annhila-
ted On Sunday morning the enemy entered the city,
Illinois regiment leading the advance, and are now
in full possession Richmond Enquirer.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-06-17
Charlotte Market, JUNE 16, 1862

Cotton-This article is advancing, and sales have
been made during the week at high as cents for
round lots of good average quality.
Corn is steady at 81 to s. o5 per bushel-demand
good.
Wheat is much wanted both for milling and export,
and sales are reported range from 81 IS to 81 as II
quality The new crop has not made it's appearance
yet.
Flour S. Is and S. SO per sack-in demand
Bacon and Lard-Both articles have been in good
supply, and prices tend downward-We quote bacon,
hog round, at 28 to 3oc, Lard ~ to csc.
YoRKr1LLI June 1z.-Flour from wagons 81 so and
81 IS per sack, Bacon % to 80, Butter Is 10 20,
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-06-17
RALEIGH, June 10th. 1862

KALEIGH, June 10Th, I6G2.
The undersigned having been ordered to take charge
of the Conscrption in North Carolina, has established
the Camp of Instruction at Camp Carolina in this
vicinity
Officers will be sent to each county to enroll the
Conscripts Substitutes may be presented to and en- ,
rolled by them.
The undersigned respectfully calls upon all men
liable to. Military duty, under this act, to comply
cheerully and promptly and to sustain the reputation
North Carolina has nobly and well deserves
in this struggle for independence 1t is of the utmost
importance that Regiments in the field should
be filled up Immediately.
Orders will be issued practicable to the
Colonels of the Militia with full instructions relative
to excmpts aad substitutes call out their commands
between the ages specified.
PETER MALLET
Major and Asst Adjt Gen'l, P. A. c. S.
June II, 1862 st
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-06-17
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OUARTERMASTER'S OFFICE.
200

QUARTERMASIERS OFFICE.
GOLDsBoRO, June IA, 1862
Farmers and others having Wool for sale hereby
notified that the Quarermasters Department DESTROYS
of purchasing Wool in any quantities, and they
quesed notify at this place at what prices and in
what quantities they can deliver the article On the
ceipt Of such notification, the places of delivery will be
indicated.
Those having the article for sale earnestly solicited
to give this advertisement their consideration the places
of delivery will be made convenient ard liberal price
will be paid This advertisement is intended to apply
only to those residing within the limits of the State Of
North Carolina JOHN w. CAMERON,
. June H. 1862 DIT Maj. & Q. M. C. S. A.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-06-17
FROM JACKSON.

Dispatches from jackson, dated June 18th, state
that the enemy have evacuated HarrsonbUfg and are
in full retreat down the Valley Yesterday there was
report in town that Jackson had followed up the
treating armies and had fallen upon Fremont with his
usual success Several prisoners have been captured
by our advance forces. Once "Stonewali" is in
of tho reireating Yankees and may
pc stirring details Of his operations. Richmond Dis-
patch Of Saturday.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-06-17
Retreat Of Gen. Fremont-G Gen. MeDoWeI arrested AID
sent TO Fort IdfaUetfs

SrAuSToN, June l3.--Fremont has certainly retreated
below New Market. His army is almost entirely
Dutch. 1t consists Of Mchers, Blencher's and other
Divisions. Officers of the enemy admit loss of 400
killed and 900 wounded in Sundays fight. They also
say that Gen. Mcdowell has been arrested for dis
loyalty and sent to Fort Lafayette.
FremontS officers claim to have $4,000 men and l0o
cannon. Their true force at Harrisonbnrg sup
posed to he about 20, 900.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-06-17
Col. William Johnston,
OF MECKLENBURG COUNTY,

, - r,rdiGute for Governor of North Carolina, and
,rv and At equiYocav endorses the following Resou
ON. unanimously passed by the late State Conven-
ton
pvsoLvED That we, the Delegates of the people of
,r,h Carolina in Convention assembled entertain an
rtmnished confidence in the justice OF the cause for
which have taken up arms, ana we hoid II TO De
the DUTY of the people of these Southern States to
--.ir-,in and uphold that cause with all the means
.Fcr can command that in behalf of the people of
NTH Carolina declare sister States of the
1,r.Lcracy and the world, that measure of loss
no sacrifice of life prOpcrty-nO privation, or
U,ut or suffering shall cause US to shrink from the
performance OF our whole duy IN the achievement Oh
orr Independence.
Resolved, That from the cruel and barbarous man.
ncr in which our enemies have carried this war-a
war in which aged and digniicd and helpless
women have been seized, and without accusation or
warrant of authority, cast into prisou-n which
Urivate properly has been waBtony destroyed-in
which robbery and arson the principal means of
aggression and in which scrve instruction has been
proclaimed we are convinced that there is radical
lrnrractiraIiity' between such people and our
eyes: that for the independence we have asserted we
will accept alternative.
RESOLVED. That We have full confidence in the Wis
DOM integrity and patriotism of the President Of the
Confederate States and congratulate him and our
whole country upon the success with which he has ad
nnistcred the Government.
RESOLVED That the officers and soldiers who have
gone forth to the dangers of this war; un-
deep debt Of gratitude for the valor and forti-
tudc with which they have defended from the
assaults of enemies, and illustrated the glory OF
Mr. Johnston stands the above platform. and
without regard party, invite all unite in his
support lie is politician, but Woodworking
business man, with ample experience and information
Election on the frst Thursday in august
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-06-17

Bsg Richard Yeadon, Esq, of Charleston, who wit
messed the late battles Richmond publishes a
card in the Richmond Dispatch, protesting against
allowing the enemy to the battle. The Yankee
reports call it the battle of the "Seven Pines Mr.
Yeadon suggests that be called THE Great Battle OF
the Chckahomny." We suppose the official Reports
of our officers will give it a
ia 1t reported last week in of the south
ern papers, that Andy johnson, the traitor killed
at Nashville by ex-Gov. Brown. We have seen moth
ing confirming the report.
B9E" Andrews, the who undertook to steal an
engine and ears on the Georgia Road and carry them
to the enemy, hung Atlanta last week He
stated that the federal General MITCHELL bad promised
him $50, 900 if he succeeded in the scheme.
The infamous order of Butler at New Orleans is of
such brutal character that even the Yankee news
papers cannot believe it genuine; they pronounce it
forgery. But it is no forgery and Butler has since
declared that he will not revoke it. Why such brutes
Butler allowed by the inhabitants of n. Orleans
to live, can't understand.