The New York herald., 1862-10-27
Our Jackson Correspondence.


JAcEsoE, Tenn, Oct. ~, 1892.
Gor0nmeM Railroad Systsm--0eaeYal J. b. AcPherson
E'a<Ss As Rsld-TenHessee Casalry-Rcilroad Gudrds
Wred Intc-Rebd Preparations-- Cotton Specnlatsons-
TAe Staple Coming Into Adyksf in Plenty DO
The operations Of the in the way of open
Ing and securing rapid and transportation for
its supplies and troops have this section brought
10 astonishing perfection One would scarcely suppose,
could he close his and eyes against the preaencs
the sodiers that he travels in country Infested ahun
dainty in every with relentless gueras that he
averscs territory sanctaed by the blood Of many
men, and every instant OF southwark motion draws him
closer 70 the very centre Of preparation Of tho opposing
hosts Aside from picket aud garrisoned
town. everything the serenity Of peaceful Union
Before speak particularly OF the railroad acitss the
government has acquired, would wish II be known
that at the head Of this enterprise Is General j. B.
McPherssn individual or gentlemany traits, with
every qualification for the arduous and important respon
sibity resting npoR him.
Columbus being the head or northern terminus Ct the
direct raiad route southwark Mobile nterssctng at
various points other roads Of equal Importance the early
occupation Of this town waS apparent and consequently
Of the rst Of the government forces south Of
the Ohio was directed here It's occupation at once
gave foothold, and aftor considerable severe nght
ing we have now forced our front some dis
last artery OF communication between the eastern and
western members Of the confedcracy powerful
in the late battle Of Cornth might pushed itself suf
fciently forward to vicksburg from Richmond and
left Aransas louisiana Texas and all other
ary territory west Of the Mississippi helpless isoatone
This would have given the confederacy irreparabl.
blow, pretty much as broken spine 10 q human body It
might possibly be repaired but would admit Of the
came vigorous application Of remaining strength.
The regularity Of running trains the military roads
does not differ from that the roads Of corporate CON-
panies Few know me excellent arrangements which
have been secured order here safe and speedy
communication with the different divisions Of the army.
Leaving Cairo in the morning, the same evening We
are in tho midst of troops at Jackson Bolivar or
Ccrnh In the event Of engagement at either of these
points, strong contingent be easily transported to
the place their services would be required.
short time since General MCPHERSON determined to
take an active position in the field. In consideration Of
this he has given up his control tho railroads H
successor Captain Dutton late Quarormaster Coum
bus. The command Of General MCPHERSON is posted at
Bolivar about thirty miles south Of this point II con-
sists Of considerable number OF Efficient healthy and
soldiery troops
The Pirst Tennessee cavalry was mustered into
service yesterday at Humboldt. 1t will no
at present perfect It's regimenta organization
The companies will principally act independent
In securing the surrounding country The men
Of the highest order physically and ride exceenty
have not yet been put TO the test Some officers at the
same post spoke very disparag ugly saying that In
yorsation with some Of their number thoy elcted worry
little enthusiasm in cause, and thought they
pecuniariIy than peculiarly patriotic. HoNever,
this may have been hasty censufe II the whole in con-
sequence Of the imprudeqce OF few An opportunity for
them exhibit their sincerity Of purpose viii be the
most equitable manner Of satisfying tnis doubt.
During my presence In Humboldt learned rom
o6ic tf ha 1Nan ~. limo
Volunteers that detachment Of Of their companies
doing railroad guard duty were suddenly assaled last
any known result in killed wounded on the other
sde We lost the Of by very severe wound
The guerias fled as soon az they found our men on the
gather from reliable sources ths. Price and his con.
lederacs are hurryng up the concentration and recrgaa
zation OF bis forces At Holly Springs This point s about
seventy tive miles southwark from here and forty miles
in the direction from Bolivar Grand Junction. the
intersectng point Of the railroad from this place direct
to New Orleans with the principal route from Memphis
to Richmond, lies in the ne OF march, and In hands
will afford excellent strategic point Bolivar Is held
have already stated by General MCPHERSON. In ali
probability, in event OF an advance Holly Springs this
point will igure extensively in the movement.
The reports brought In this morning state very active
operations by the rebels in their preparations for the
preaching contest The appointment Of General Pcmber
ton TO the position lately held by Van Dorm s reliable
Nor have own troops been idle Transpcstions and
dispositions are going on continually. The people
rest satisfied with the wisdom Of these movements and
the certainty OF which will attend them. This il
forbidden ground at present; but little while and We
ALL Until then there must be continuance
that iaudable psencs,whch this has developed
the American character.
There Is abatement in the cotton excitement. Every
train from the North introduces large accessions ~ this
branch OF the Jackson community. The capture Of
Colonel Faulkner and part OF his force in their essay
upon mainland post AT Island No. 10, has
extended the OF the cotton region open TO the foays
spectators about forty miles. The staple coming
brsky this morning There are about three hundred
bales at the depot ready for shipment The price
moment ranges from forty eight TO fifty cents Price OF
shipment to Columbus or oano BY recent order, has
is little difference between Tennessee or Kentucky bills
aud greenbacks."
rumor is nov circulating that Price has set his troops
motion northward, aud that he started from Iu ka
bis force has been greatly streng hsned by exchanged
prisoners The particular point Of attack case he has
the audacy 10 attempt such act, weud bs either
Cornth Bolivar state this upon the authority OF
orcer II seems hardly possible that he has so hastily
recovered from his last drubbng. | will forward de
veopmcnis as they Meanwhile, feel every conh
dence In the readiness Of troops to meet the enemy
whether they come now or later