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Rutland weekly herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1859-1877, 1863-07-02
Later fr:s.n Harrisburg.
Harrisburg, June go.

Harrisburg, june 70.
Gen Couch to-day received the following
information from York, from source
which he considers perfectly reliable.
The rebel forces at York are $4,000
strong, under Gen Early, who has issued
an order levying contribution of $780,
600, one hundred and fifty barrels of -four,
forty thousand pounds Of beef, fifty bags
of coffee, and large quantities of sugar
"A "."onariaS
anu = ONN.-~~' 49,
He has given them "A hours to comply
with his wishes,
Men of Pennsylvania you see a foresight
of the fate reserved for you.
The rebel troops which We're at Wrights-
vile, opposite Columbia, fell back to York
to-day.
Imboden, with 6000 troops of all arms,
is believed to be II miles from Bloody
Run, and advancing.
Rutland weekly herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1859-1877, 1863-07-02

Our forces have slowly retired and are
now in and around the Qualifications of
Harrisburg. The enemy is advancing
slowly, and in all probability will soon
commence an attack, Gen, Smith has
made proper disposition of his troops.
Throughout the day men have been com
ING to the defense of the city in response
to the Governors proclamation. Among
the number are a sreatmany contrabands,
They were all furnished with guns and
ammunition and sent across the Susque-
hannah,
The reports from the direction of York
are very conflicting. An extra train was
to run to Philadelphia at IL o'clock Nj,
The enemy fired several shots from a
position west of Oyster Point this after
noon.
Rutland weekly herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1859-1877, 1863-07-02
Hosker's FareWell-Mease Assumes
Command.
Headquarters Army Potomac, }
June 2S,

Army tiuultl,
June %.
This morning Col Hardie arrived by
special train from Washington, bearing
dispatches relieving Gen Hooker from the
command and appointing Gen Meade his
successor,
Soon after Hooker issued the following
farewell address:
In conformity with orders from the War
Department, dated June q, relinquish
command of the army of the Potomac, II
is transferred to Maj. Gen. George g.
Meade, who has nobly earned the conf
dence and esteem of the army on many
well fought battle fields. Impressed with
the Belief that my usefulness as Com
mander of the army of the Potomac is
impaired, | part from it, yet not without
the deepest emotion. Sorrow in parting
with the comrades of so many battles is
relieved by the conviction that the cour-
age and devotion of this army will never
cease or fail that it will yield to my sue
cessor as it has to me, hearty and will
ling support. With the earnest wish that
the trlumphs of the army may bring sue
cess worthy of it and the nation, | bid
YOU farewell.
rSignedl J. HOOKER.
This was foii2wed by an address from
Gen Meade: ..
BY direction of the President of the
United States, hereby assume the COM
mand of this army. As soldier, IN
obeying this order--an order unexpected
and unsolicited-I have no promises or
pledges to make. The country looks to
the army &c relieve it from devastation,
disgrace and from hostile invasion. Wnat
ever fatignes and sacrifices we may be
called upon to undergo, let us have in
view constantly the magnitude of the in
terests involved, and let each man deter
mine to do his duty, leaving to an all
controlling Providence the decision of the
contest. 1t is with just diffidence | re-
leve in command of this army an eminent
and accomplished soldier, whose name
must ever appear conspicuous in the his
tory of its achievements but l rely upon
the hearty support Of my companions in
arms to assist me in the discharge of the
duties of the important trust which has
been confded to me.
[Signedl GEORGE G. MEADE.
Major General Commanding.
S F Barstow, Assistant Adj't. Gen.
The report of the change soon extend
ed to the several corps, and the officers
babe farewell to Gen Hooker.
The appointment of Gen Meade gives
universal satisfaction, and all express a
determination to extend their hearty CO,
operation.
Rutland weekly herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1859-1877, 1863-07-02
NEWS BY TELEGRAPH.
From the Eass Tennessee Expedition


Cincincinnati, june 25.
The following despatch has been re-
ceived by Gen Burnside from the expedi-
ton sent into East Tennessee
Boston, Jnne %.
arrived here with my command at III
o'clock this morning | struck the rail-
road at Lenvire-destroyed the road up
10 Knoxville, and made demonstration
against Knoxville, so as to have troops
drawn from above.
then destroyed the railroad track, and
started for strawberry Plain. burnt
State Creek bridge, 3l2 feet long, and the
Strawberry Plain bridge, 1000 feet long ;
also Massey Creek bridge, 1926 feet long.
/ captured three pieces of artillery, some
200 boxes of artillery ammunition, 500
prisoners, and 1000 atand of arms. ] de
stroyed large amount Of flour, sugar,
salt, meal, saltpetre, one saltpetre works,
and other stores.
We have had but two nights sleep since
leaving Williamsburg.
The rebel force in East Tennessee lis
larger than had supposed.
did not attack London bridge for rea
sons that ! will explain: At Massey's
Creek determined to return into the
mountains. | had great difficulties that
were unexpected. found the gap through
which ! intended to return strongly guard
ed by artillery and infantry. A force was
also following in our rear. theu deter
mined to cross at Smiths gap, which |
did.
Very respectfully,
Your obedient servar'
$. Il. SAUNDERS,
CO. Commanding.
Rutland weekly herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1859-1877, 1863-07-02
From Fortress Monroe.

Fortress Monroe, 18TH.
Col. Spear of the 18th Penn. Cavalry
who was sent out 2 days ago has com
pletely destroyed the bridge over the south
Anna and captured Gen. w. F. Lee, Col.
Hearsable, 4 Captains, 5 Lieuts., and 100
privates, and brought them in. He has
also brought in 35 wagons with 6 mules
each and $50 mules in addition and from
IS to 100 horses. He took 1915, 900 in
confederate bonds just issued, from an
agent of the authorities at Richmond
This Is all public property, no private
property has been touched. Col Spears
loss is 3 killed and wounded,
Rutland weekly herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1859-1877, 1863-07-02
BRIG. GEN. ELLET's REPORT.
Headquarters M. B. Brigade. \

Headquarters M. B. Brigade, !
Flagship, Autocra,,
Above Vicksbmg. June IL.
Admiral; | have th.. honor to inform
you that in accorTa lance with your consent
! ianueu u forces at Miliken's Bend on
'ne morning of the 18th inst, and pro
ceeded towards Richmond, La. At the
forks of the road within three miles of
Richmond, met Gen Mowry's command,
and we proceeded forward together, my
forces being in the advance. We met the
enemy about mile from the town, who
opened upon our advance line of skirmish-
ers from behind hedges, trees and gullies,
but they fled before our advance, and took
shelter behind the levee on the other side
of the bayou near the town.
The position was good one and very de-
fensible. | deemed it imprudent to ad-
vance our lines across the open fields with
out any cover for my men, against an en-
envy superior in numbers and well en-
trenched. / therefore ordered the artillery
to the front and opened upon the position
and after vigorous cannonade of near an
hour with all our guns, | advanced our
infantry through the woods on the right,
with the intention of turning the enemy's
left wing. They returned the FIRE of our
artillery very vigorously, for time, but
soon it slackened, and finally ceased alto
gether.
When | arrived at the left of their po-
sition | found it abandoned aad the enc
my fed He had destroyed, the bridges
over the bayou to prevent our following.
We found three of their dead upon the
field, two MORALLY wounded and captured
IL prisoners, and about 60 stand of small
arms.
The enemy was commanded by Maj.
Gen. Walker, and was a part of Kirby's
Smiths command and consisted of regi-
ments 1000 strong with pieces of ar
tillery.
They retreated towards Delhi, where
Con MeCullooh 10 said to be posted with a
command about equal in strength to the
one we encountered.
This was the same force that attacked
the negro regiment at Milliken's Bend d
week before, and was repulsed.
Our entire loss was 3 men wounded,
only dangerously.
Gen Mowrey's command participated
throughout most vigorously, and | feel in
debted to the Gen. for his prompt coop
Grafton and advice, and his skillful man-
ner of handling his forces.
A w ELLET, Brig Gen.
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From Port Hudson via Albany.

Albany, N: Z, June z:
A letter received in this city to-day
from Col Teis Benedict, of the 1921 reg
iment New York State volunteers, dated
at Banks headquarters, June Is, the
same day as the New York Tribune's let
ter, says that two Wisconsin regiments
were captured at Port Hudson, but makes
no mention of any fight, as stated in said
letter. .... .......
Col Benedict says that all was quiet,
and that it was quite certain there would
be no renewal of the attack for several
days.
Rutland weekly herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1859-1877, 1863-07-02
Arrest of the Editor of the Washing
SUR
WASHINGTON. June 90.

Washington, June 70.
A special to the New York Evening
Post says:
No apprehensions are now felt of reb-
Ell raid on the Baltimore & Washington
railnpla. Trains continue to arrive regu-
larlyf
Thr grand jury of this district has just
indicted the editor of the Washington
Star, under the treason act, for publishing
a letter purporting to be taken from the
Philadelphia Enquirer, giving the location
of the corps of the army of the Potomac.
1t was announced sometime since, that all
the papers which published the letter are
to be prosecuted.
Rutland weekly herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1859-1877, 1863-07-02
Funeral Of Admiral Foe,.

New Haven, ct, June "A
The ceremonies attending the ba.
of Admiral Andrew Hull Foo'e IN NJ
city to-day, were the most imposing ~. ~
witnessed in this State. The PRINCIPAL M
itary companies of the State, the Gor.
nor and staff, the State officers and m~.
bers of the Legislature, together with N
civic authorities of the cities of New u.
ven and Hartford, and the officers Of IL
National Government, participated IN 4.
solemn pageant,
The stores of the city Were closed ana
mostly draped in mourning, as were man.
of the private residences.
The remains lay in state in the st,t
house IRON 10 until = o'clock. when N
corted by n company of marines tb.,
were borne to the Centre Caurch, wbsr.
DIR Leonard, assisted by Drs button and
Cleveland conducted the exercises.
At half past four o'clock the military
commanded by Maj Gen Russell, and II
civic procession, III charge of Beniami
Moves, a.sq,, formed in line on Temp
street, where some ten thousand citi2er
had assembled. The pail bearers, Adm
rails Gregory Smith, Stringham, Day
and Stewart, and Captain Simpson, DO
the remains to the hearse, and the proCe
sion, after passing through few OF 4
principal streets, conveyed, amid t
sennd of tolling bells and booming c.
non, the hero toSAe city ceur.,;,es.rv.
At rhe grave Prof HARDWOOD read
burial service, when the last volleys W
fired, and the chieftain's form passed IN
mortal sight.
Rutland weekly herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1859-1877, 1863-07-02
Further from Vicksburg.

New York, June rs.
A Washington dispatch to the Herald
states that an officer of McClernand's
staff brings unofficial advlces from Vicks-
burg to the 22d inst.
Gen Grants army was IN splendid con-
dition.
The investment is perfect. ....
Our losses are very light, and the feel
ing there is universal of the speedy reduc-
ton and capture of the place, and the reb-
Ell forces in it.
There is no apprehension of an stack
by Johnston.
Rutland weekly herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1859-1877, 1863-07-02
New York. June q

The steamer Blackstone returned to-day
from cruise in search of the pirates.
Reports June 22d, spoke British ship,
Corsair, which was subsequently spoken
by the pilot boat Fannie, when it was as
certained by these pilots, that the Corsair
was boarded at 3 1-2 same day by the pi-
rate Tacony.
The CAPTAIN of the ENGLISH ship Cor
safr, beng neutral EngGshmen, undoubt-
edly informed the pirates that the Black
stone was close at hand, thus enabling her
to escape.
The Blackstone traversed and re-trav-
ersed the locality soon after, but the fog
enabled the pirate to get clear
Rutland weekly herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1859-1877, 1863-07-02
sale Of Eixe-,r,ysn,i..

The government subscription ag. ~
ports the sale of liye-twenty bonds , :, n
to the amount of 81 ,S05, 900, al tbo "t'y
cies in Boston and Philadelphia %'E
The receipts from the West have
delayed by the non-arrlval of the mail va
This mode of dsposing of the lo ''0,
proved so successml-the sales ~" Ia
reached over Sl40,0O0,00u - tb os',egS
Secretary of the Treasury viii mosl N.Y.. %
ably continue for a briei period tbs P' ~
of the loan through the present noco ~
medium of sub-agencies. ! ''~
Should be- determine to do so tba
nomcement will be duly male to-mor,'-
Rutland weekly herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1859-1877, 1863-07-02
The Rebels tearing up the Railroad
track AT Hanover JunCsiOn..Panic
in Richnl Ond.

Baltimore, June II.
Information was received at about five
o'clock this afternoon from Glen Rock,
that the rebels we then at Hanover juno
ton tearing up the railroad track.
The operator left as they approached,
and came down to Glen Rock, from which
place he communicated these facts.
Refugees who have reached the array
of the Potomac, from Richmond, repre-
sent that there was quite panic there
Only small guard was left there, and
many of the citizens We're leaving and go
ing to Stanton.
This would seem to indicate that the
Richmond people are rather uneasy al
most total abandonment of that city by
the rebel forces.
Rutland weekly herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1859-1877, 1863-07-02
Cen. Foster Embracing his Forces
for Fortress Monroe.

NbWDtTH, N. o., JUNE -o'
As soon as intelligence reached Gen.
Foster of Lees advance, he, on his own
responsibility, commenced making ar
rangements for embarking all his available
forces for Fortress Monroe, to be used by
Gen. DIX in taking Richmond, or to assist
in repeling the rebel invasion, as Gen,
Dix may think proper.
Our waters, since the reception of the
news, have been black with moving mass
es of troops, who have never been defeated,
and loud are their cheers for their victorl-
Gus leader, who would give his life for the
present chance of leading them into Rich
mond.
Rutland weekly herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1859-1877, 1863-07-02
Forward movement of the army of
the Potomac commenced.
Baltimore, June &

The American this morning says:
We are grati6ed to be able to announce
that the army of the Potomac is in rapid
and successful motion, under its new COM
mander, Maj Gen Meade
The character of this movement is such
as will satisfy the country of the vigor,
skill and good judgment of the new com
mander.
We feel that we ought not to explain
this grand movement in its present stage,
but we assure our readers that it will give
satisfaction.
Rutland weekly herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1859-1877, 1863-07-02
Philadelphia, June 80.

A special despatch to the Press as fol-
lows:
Columbia June 80.
The enemy has returned to the North
ern Central railroad.
The bridge over the Susquehannah, at
this point was totally destroyed 1t was
valued at $l5O,O00.
All is quiet now, and the excitement is
subsiding.
There is no enemy opposite Peach Bot
tom, place on the river below here.
Rutland weekly herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1859-1877, 1863-07-02
From Port HvldsOn.---Its capture
certain.

The New York Herald has advlces from
Port Hudson, to Goth inst. Gen. Banks
on the 18th issued congratulatory order
to his troops upon their steady advance
upon the enemys works, stating that he is
confident of an immediate and triumphant
issue of the conflict, we are at all points
upon the thresholds of his Qualifications,
one more advance and they are ours.
Rutland weekly herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1859-1877, 1863-07-02
PHILADELPHIA, June %

Philadelphia, June 2S.
The excitement in this city is intense.
Third street is thronged with people
awaiting the news.
The merchants have resolved to close
their stores and recruit a regiment imme-
diatelv.
The Union League have also started in
the matter.
The Corn Exchange Guard have a re-
crmting party marching through the streets.
Morristown, Pa, June %.
The manufactures have determined to
close their works unit therebels are driven
from the State, and have raised $4,000
TO pay the wages of all who volunteer
during their absence.
Five hundred men viii leave for Harris
burg in the morning.
Rutland weekly herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1859-1877, 1863-07-02
Washington June 26.

WISHING tUH JuHe -0'
Hon George H Pendleton, Chairman,
and the other members of the delegation
appointed by the democratic convention OF
Ohio to wait upon the President with ref
erence to the return of Vallandigham,
have had two interviews with the Presi-
ident, and stated to him in writing their
object and purpose.
A response will not probable be made
before Monday.
Rutland weekly herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1859-1877, 1863-07-02

INCIDENTS OF BATTLEs.-Peter Apple
of Oakland, Ind, according to the Indian
appolis Journal is the hero of the siege d
Vicksburg. In the late assault on tkI
rebel works he did not notice that our ms
We're r6coiling under the terrific fire of iii
rebel batteries, but pressed on until ID
reached one of the rebel guns, and, seiziHs
gunner by the collar, brought him into
our lines, saying, Boys, why didn't yos
come on? Every fellow might have got
one"
Here is a pleasant incident Of the late
battle of Monticello, Kentucky, "A SOL
der of the Seventh Ohio, who was Lighting
during the close of the day on cur left,
had used mp his caps, and asked man
by his side to let him have part Of his.
The reply was that he had no more than
he needed for himself. With that poor
wounded rebel, no doubt a conscrpta
Union man, exclaimed, Boys, Pve gd
caps, and running his feeble hand into his
pocket pulled ont what he had, and hand
ed them to the federal soldier . Now,
boys, SAID he, can't you give me some
water? Unfortunately, their canteens
were empty, and they had none to give
Well, he exclaimed, won't you raise Up
my head and place something under II
for it seems too low In the midst of the
fight the soldier raised up the dying mans
head, and made him as comfortable as be
could, and then went on in the dischars'
of his duty
Rutland weekly herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1859-1877, 1863-07-02
Vessels 70 BE sent after the Rebel
Privateers.

BOSTON, june 70.
Al meeting of the underwriters and
merchants to-day, liberal sum of money
was contributed, and committee appoin-
ted to purchase or charter vessels to cap
ture the rebel privateers.
A despatch from Secretary Welles was
read to the affect that the Government
would accept any vessel or vessels that
the merchants might tender, and would
arm them at once and furnish everything
necessary for the cruise, being willing to
commission such persons for commanders
rs the merchants would recommend to
Com. Montgomery.
Rutland weekly herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1859-1877, 1863-07-02
Movements Of Rockers Army.

Headquarters Army of the Potomac,
June 81.
The army of the Potomac is in motion,
and will soon be to the front and north of
Baltimore.
The heavy rams have made the roads
so bad that the movements are necessarily
slow.
Rutland weekly herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1859-1877, 1863-07-02
Onicial dispatches 20 me NAVY na.
partnmes q,
Washi.nnio

Washington, june ~.
The navy department to-day received
the following official report from Admiral
Porter, of the capture Of Richmond, Lou
islana
U. ). Mississippi Squadron, }
Flagship, Black Hawk,
Near Vioksburg, June Is. \
Sir: | have the honor to inform YOU
that hearing that the enemy had collected
force of men at Richmond, La, 0 miles
from Milhken,s Bend, sent General Ell
let to Gen Mowery at Young's Point, to
act IN conjunction, and to wake them up.
Gen Mowery promptly acceded to the
request, and with 1900 men in company
with the marine, Brig General A w Elet
commanding, proceeded to Richmond,
where they completely routed the advance
guard of the rebels, consisting of 1000
men and pieces of artillery, and captur-
ed a lot of stores.
The town was completely destroyed in
the melee.
This duty was handsomely performed
by he different parties connected with it.
[Siened. DAVID d. PORTER,
Acting Rear Admiral.
Rutland weekly herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1859-1877, 1863-07-02
Cairo .June 30

The dispatch boat, Gen. Lyon, mas ar
rived from Yazoo Landing on the morning
of the 9th.
There had been fighting all day Thus
day in the rear of Vicksburg, and at nlgs
one Of the rebel forts was blown up, caus,
ing a terrible concussion.
Rutland weekly herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1859-1877, 1863-07-02

GENERosITY.-Anh honest hackman ID
Providence who found a purse containing
several hundred dollars and restored Inc
money TO its owner, lady who had drop
ped it in his coach, was rewarded for nn
honesty by the husband of the lacy :
wealthy citizen of Providence, who Or
fered him fifty cents in postal currency
which the hackman very promptly a''
properly refused.
Rutland weekly herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1859-1877, 1863-07-02
Further from Pennsylvania.

HaTTIsDUTS' JUHt 20
The rebels are within three miles, and
are throwing shells, Our troops are with
in entertainments and will make bold
staff7,
Rutland weekly herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1859-1877, 1863-07-02
Enrolment.

indianapolis, June %.
Over 1000 troops are in Sullivan and
Green counties enforcing the enrolment
and arresting deserters.
Rutland weekly herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1859-1877, 1863-07-02
len. Franklin Ordered to a COM
Mand i'm Louisiana.

Philadelphia, June 20.
Gen. Franklin has been ordered to a
command in Louisiana under Gen. Banks.
He is now here, and will leave for New
Orleans bv the first steamer.
Rutland weekly herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1859-1877, 1863-07-02
Portland, Me. June %.

Portland, Me-. June %.
All the bonds given by the captains Of
captured vessels to tire commander of the
Tacony, have been found on board the
schooner Archer, and are now in the pos
session Of our authorities.
Rutland weekly herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1859-1877, 1863-07-02

AIDahy, June 50.
Gov. Seymour has ordered Inspeco
General Miller to go to New York imme
diately and organize thirty regiments d
that city and Brooklyn. They will !,
drilled in artillery as well as infantry prao
tice, with the view of placing them in for
tifcations.
Rutland weekly herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1859-1877, 1863-07-02

New York, June Is.
At the Centreville course, in the first
race, four mile dash, Capt Moore's "ldle
Wild" won, beating Clay's "Jerome
Edger," three lengths, Morris Changer
ous,n coming in third. Time-7:26 IA.
Rutland weekly herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1859-1877, 1863-07-02
Jefferson CITY. Mo. lime "a

"VIcIo SUI VIOy, MO.' June %.
Great confusion and excitement has ORE
vailed in the convention for the past two
days. Nothing has been done except th.
rejection of a large number of amend.
ments to the emancipation ordinance. It
is thought something definite will be rs
compllshed tomorrow, but it is doubtful
whether the action of this convention will
be accepted by the mass of the people,
Rutland weekly herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1859-1877, 1863-07-02
Chicago, June 80

ChiN"So, ouuc ~
A special Memphis dispatch dated The
Goth, says
The steamer New Kentucky, bring
news from Cen Logan's division, which
had taken an important port from the
cuemy
He mined and blew up one corner on
SATURDAY. This produced breach in the
walls through which we entered.
The rebels fought with reckless courage,
but were forced to yield.
Gen. Logan had already mounted two
heavy guns in the abandoned works.
Heavy firing was going on at Vicks,
burg all the time. Grant continues to
contract lines and isldaily making near ap-
proaches to the enemy's works.
Gen. Logan has an inside position.