The weekly pioneer and Democrat. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn. Territory) 1855-1865, 1862-11-21

day with Burnside, unfolding to him all
his plans of the campaign. He has been
| giving all the information and suggestions
within his power to insure the success of
our army under the leadership of its new
commander. The whole of yesterday was
devoted to that purpose. When he had
given him his plans, Mcclellan signifed
his intention of leaving the field imme-
diately to report at Trenton, in compliance
with the order. Burnside, reluctant to
part with him SO soon, urged him to re-
main a little longer-the interest of the
| country demanded that he should "Well,"
said Mcclellan to some officers around him,
"1ll remain just as long as Burn. wants
me-" "No you won't, replied Burnside,
"for if you do you will remain with us al
together" Everybody felt that yesterday
was very unsatisfactory Sunday. Sor-
row, disappointment, and, doubt were de-
picted on every countenance. Throughout
the day officers kept themselves in their
tents. Headquarters looked dismal and
deserted.
M'CLELLAN'S FAREWELL OF HIS OFFICERS.
On Sunday evening q most touching
scene took place. After having concluded
his arrangements with Burnside, McOlel-
Ian sent an invitation to all his own staff
officers, requesting them to come into his
tent at nine o'clock that evening, to drink
glass of wine with him before he should
bid them all adieu. They appeared in full
uniform. A large log fire was blazing
within the inclosure formed by the head
quarter tents. The officers were assem-
bling in the court Mcclellan stood Just
inside the door Of his marquee, the curtains
OF which were parted and thrown up on
either side. Promptly at the appointed
hour his staff officers approached. He
grasped each warmly by the hand, and, in
a kindly word, ushered him inside. The
tent was soon crowded to its utmost limit,
and many were compelled to remain out
| side. Among them were number of Off
GERS from different divisions of the army,
particular friends of the General, who had
come to seek a personal interview with him
before he should leave the field They par
ticipated in the interesting and solemn
scene that ensued The wine was produced
and the glasses were supplied. The large
log fire in front of the tent brilliantly illu-
i minated the court, bringing into full view
every form within it, and throwing a halo
of enchantment over the strange and SOL
emn scene. Deep silence now prevailed.
Mcclellan raised his glass and proposed
the only toast Of the evening, "Here's to
the Army Of the Potomac an officer
in the company appropriately adding, ''And
to its old commander" The sentiment
thrilled through every heart as the wine
was quatfed. Here were officers of rank
and educatiOn-genal gentlemen and brave
soldiers. Most Of them had known Nc
Clellon in private life, and all of them had
labored with him in the public service. He
| and they were bound to each other by the
double bonds of friendship and compan-
ionship in arms in a just and holy cause
Friendship is one of the most beautiful re-
lationships among men. True friendship
is eternal. There is much of that feeling
in its purity existing between Mcclellan
and his officers and men. Danger renders
friendship dearer. The privations and per-
lis to which they have been exposed have
increased the feelings of utilization which
before existed. Friends, and companions
in arms, what relationship could be more
comprehensive or more dear? Some of the
sweet associations of the past were soon to
be severed. Everybody felt the deep So
in prOtusion. An hour or two was passed
in pleasing social converse, during which
General Mcclellan had kind and cheering
word for every one. The officers passed
around and formally babe their cherished
General adieu. And thus closed that SOL
emn scene on that memorable Sunday
morning. .s .- - ..
AFFECTIONATE FAREWELL OF HIS SOLDIERS.
This morning it was arranged that he
shuold visit the troops near by and pro-
coed to Washington by special train this
evening. A splendid photograph of the
General and his personal staff officers,
forming handsome group, in front of his
tent, and another of the General on horse
back, were taken before starting. When
just about to 60, he said, 81 can hardly
bear to see my soldiers again" Then, ac-
companied by his officers and escort,
magnificent cavalcade, heirode off to take
last farewell of his troops The infan-
try and cavalry attached to his headquar-
tiers were tastefully disposed on an adjacent
hill. They presented very soldier ap-
pearance. Mcclellan rode along the lines,
and as he passed enthusiastic cheers spon-
taneously arose from the ranks. The SOL
diers could not restrain their controlling
admiration for their General After he
had passed along the lines and was re-
treating towards the hill, General Patrick,
commanding the Provost Guard at head
quarters, dashed up the crest, and, with
cap in hand, led the whole command in
three additional tumultuous cheers for Gen.
Mcclellan. The Sturges Rifles, which have
been with him from the time of his first
campaign in Western Virginia, gave an ex-
ira complimentary cheer, and all the men
turned their heads around, and gave one
long, last lingering look, whilst he rode
away to bid similar adieu to other COM
mands.
He then passed through the camps of
the reserve artillery. The batteries were
all arranged in convenient positions, the
cannoneers standing by their guns. The
men presented sabres, while the music
mingled with their cheers as he passed.
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