New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1863-01-23
FROM GEN. Dsx's DEPARTMENT.
Sword Presentation 20 Brig. -Gen. Cor.
coran nr Suffolk Another Excitement
about the "Ncw Nerrin,ac ''--The Coa-
trabands, etc.
day, Nov. Z,


From Our special Correspondent
hosE0LK Va, Jan 20. 1853
| The splendid sword designed by the Common
Council of New-Yor< for Brighten. Corcoran WIS
presented to that officer yesterday afternoon q. suf-
folk. Tie Committee arrived here on Saturday, but
too late TO make the presentation on that day. Yes-
terday afternoon at o'clock, the Irish Legion WAS
reviewed by Major-Gen. Peck on the fine field near
Fort Dix; and, after marching salute, and the
usual movements incident to such an occasion, the
brigade WAS formed in hollow square for the chief
ceremonies of the day. The sword was presented
by AID. Chapman, who read the resolutions of the
Council rendering to Gen. Corcoran the testimonial
OF the City Of New-Yotk.
Gen. Corcoran responded in brief appropriate,
and highly patriotic speech, which was nost yociier-
ousy applauded AT the conclusion Of the ceremo-
nies the brigade marched back to quarters, whero
the principal officers proceeded 10 magnificent coll
laton prepared tor the occasion. The whole affair
was admirably conducted, and proved most sltiffac
tory TO all present The staff and line officers OF all
the regiments at Suffolk entered with zest into the
presentation, and exhibited spirit which spoke
more forcby than words can do how highly Gen.
Corcorau is esteemed by his brother officers around
him. The weapon, which, IL Ii said, cost II ,5OO 10
truly magnificent piece OF workmanship, an
percent alike ceditable to the donors aud the mert
OF the recpient.
The Irish Legion displays manifest improvement
IN discipline and general efficiency, and the men VIII
no dOabt distinguish themselves IN due season.
The period jus now seems to be galvanic. We
bavs another shock in the shape OF rumor
that the new Merrimac, accompanied by whole
fleet of lesser light RebeI iron ciads had made her
appearance 10 the picket boat Bible, and drove her
down TO the Union fleet. There was considerable
speculation at Old Point yesterday in regard to the
matter, some contending that the Rebel monster was
actually coming down to the Roads, while others
ofisd n "A 4
excitement at the fort, but no apprehension in
relation TO the probable movements of the Rebel
steamer.
The most perfect confidence is felt that our gun
boats at the moHh Of the james River will prove
more than a match for the enemy # he ventures 10
make al attack. s i'll the great prospect OF brush
in this quarter IL sufficient 10 raise fever in the
blood OF our forces after 30 long period Of quiet.
All that may be expected from tie new Merrlinac,
however, will be all occasional scare, such as was
created by her pamesake in Elizabeth River year
ago this time. But that game has probably been
4" play ed ont"
Gait. Ludlow, one of the most efficien. Quarter.
masters in the United States Army, has now nearly
three thousand eOntrsbands within the charge OF
his department. Through tie excellent system
maintained In Capt. Ludlow's department. these
unfortunate beings have been rendered as comfort
atle possible under the circumstances. Up to
tbs time, however, those employed in various gangs
have been greatly pressed for the money, cothes,
etc promised 10 them by our Government; but they
seem 20 lear the deprivations without murmur.
for 4" suferance Is the badge OF all their tribe"
They labor cheerfuliy, and suffer uncOmplaiulngy.
Major Pratt, PaytDaster OF United States Army,
has arrived here 10 pay of the several batteries
Ills appearance was hailed with joy aud, II there
are any other paymasters really TO " come down,
our troops of this department, who have not been
paid of for Fix months, will make them equally
welcome. 30 mote 1t be. ).