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Newbern weekly progress., 1863-01-10
SEVEN DAYS LATER FROM MEXICO
Progress of General FOrey-The Head
| his COImmms Arranging Toward PnebIm.

a letter from Vera Ciuz, dated December 4,
days later than correspondence from
Jalapa published last Saturday. eorrohorates our
respondents statements concerning the pro
gress OF the French expedition in Mexico Gen
Forey was still at Orizaba, completing his pre-
parations for early advance on the City of
Mexico. not TO be checked the way by
General Ortega, wno is at Pueb!a at the head of
a strong force, or by JuareZ. who is for'ifyiug
Mexico. The head of General F.'s two columns,
under Generals Bertier and Bayaine, had reached
S IN Andrea Chalchicomula and San Augustin del
Palma, two military positions commanding the
road to Puebla
The French it is said, cordially received
by the inhabitants of Matamnras. W no, belonging
for the most para 70 the mercantile class, look
upon the presence of the Frene!' in that city
a security against further prosecutions the
part of the Mexican Government aud ag promise
that the trade of Matamoras will rrsame the i'm
portance it had under the Spanish Government
Miramou has declared himself warm support
er of French Intervention, and orks in ccnnec-
ton with -tinunte to s-care its success.
Newbern weekly progress., 1863-01-10
FROM WASHINGTON.
T4R GAZETTE.
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Notice fs IEae Ladie. naa q f,IIdrsu InErnd-
81. 10 &c SouIh-

NOtHce 1S ahc u. adies nan lIIdreu Hnfe nd
isZ 10 Gs souIh-
he following notice was issued from the
War Department this day
Var Department.. Judge Ad5ocate's Office,
Washington, Dec 30, 1862 {
Notice is hereby given that the applications
made by ladies and children to GO to their
families and friends in the South have, with
very few exceptions, been granted, provided
the requirements stated on the oath ultimo, as
to wearing apparel, &c, are complied with.
As all the applcantS-excep those ad-
vised TO the contrary-are permitted to leave,
the publication of a list of the names is un-
necessary.
Steamboat transportation and subsistence
viii 4ife provided from the city of Washington
to Cry Point, Virginia. James river, the day
of departure, Wednesday, January 7. next
and it is desirable that all applicants reach
this city at least one day previous to the day
of leaving.
The steamer will stop at Fortress Monroe.
and applicants from Norfolk and vicinity will
be received on board at that place by comply
ing with the requirements.
The number of applicants are 33l women,
22e children, 10 servants and schoolboys.
L. c. TURNER, Judge Advocate.
Newbern weekly progress., 1863-01-10
CAMP ROGERS, Newbern,
Dec 80. 1860

4 meeting of the n-commissioned
officers of the 43d Mass. Vol. Militia,
was held in the Chapel tent, on Mon
day evening, the 29th ult., to listen to
che report of committee appointed
at an adjourned meeting to consider
the eNpediency of organizing an Asso-
citation, having for its oLicctthe moral,
intellectual and physical culture Of its
members.
Serg't J. II. Kent of Co. a, was ap-
pointed chairman, and Sergt g. A..
Smart Of Go. |, secretary. SergeantS
q. A. Smart and Dan'I A. Buckley Of
Co. l, and Corp. f: 0. Barnes of Co.
II, were appointed committee to pre-
pare Constitution and Bylaws for
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Report. from, Nrurfrec.boro,

Near Nurtreesboro, Tenn, Dec. 40, 1862.
The Fourteenth army corps made a general
advance yesterday, and pushed the rebels back
seven eight miles.
Collins brigade of General McCook's corps
had sharp brush with the enemy just beyond
NolinSville.
enemy wasting considerable ammunition
Our troops reserved their fire until advancing
brskly by a dexterous flank movement, the
One Hund ed and FIRST Ohio captured one gun
and a caisson. We lost one killed and three
wounded.
A general engagement Is imminent.
Our army is sweeping down all the roads
towards Murfreesboro.
Heavy artillery firing is now heard on the
Nolinsville road, where General McCcck is e:,-
gaging the rebel Hardee.
The weather is damp, and the ground very
heavy.
Newbern weekly progress., 1863-01-10

Ressszu divisions. Of Thozzass grand division
IN the centre. CriiisRdeH-s corps on the Jeff
"ood 5 anu Faneieyes divisions OF the latter
Corps Weie right ard lett respectively, while Pa
q = division IN reserve
y battle SisWart's creek WAS anticipated
hut, excepting duel between Parsons Sixth
I Hited States artillery and rebel battery, az
nine o'clock A NJ, 10 the right of Murfreesboro
pike, crossing the creek there was 10 engage
ment From ten to one o'clock all was quiet,
oar a my crossing Stew arts creek from right TO
left without opposition.
At one were within six miles of Murfrees-
boro. on the direct pike. the army still pushing
on in splendid style, AcCrok, with Davis, SheTi-
dams and JOhEsOns divisions the right
Thomas. " ith Negiey's and Rosseaus divisions
in front, and Palmer in reserve on the left. At
one q clock 1t " as marvellous were not siub-
bornly resisted at Stewards creek. At two We
We're anticipating battle, with some doubt of q
general engagement at Murfrees5oro- Now aud
then there is a cannon shot aud little skirmish-
ing with cavalry outposts.
General Rosecrars says his headquarters will
be established near MuI freesboro this evening.
he - new at Stew arts creek, ten miles fropl
MurfreesboYo. and all but the reserves are far
across the creek. The grand battle. if amy, viii
be on Stones river, at Murfreesboro. .,{T
The day is magnificent. An afternoon engage
mrnt will be in favor. There Is some skir.
mishIng, and the wind blowing in the faces of
the enemy- We have casualties yet. Should
the enemy evacuate Muifreesboro we shall pur-
sue rapidly, anticipating battle near Shelby.
VILE
Camp, ten miles from Hurtreesboro, Dec. 81.
General Crittenden reports the enemy drawn
up in line of attic the east side of Strne's
river, me nacing Gen. hcsecrans. He is ordered
TO form III line of battle, two divisions in front.
one in reserve and covering his hanks, and Gen
erals Negiy and Rosseau to close up -.rF
General McCook also reports his command on
Wilkinson's creek, seven miles from Murfrees-
boro. ..
The enemy is in line of battle on Stones river.
from Murfreesboro to Franklin pike. A similnr
disposition of his forces is ordered on General
Crittenden's line.
1t now appears that great battle will be
fought on Stones river to morrow, in front Of
Murfrees boro.
Newbern weekly progress., 1863-01-10

HARD HIT, But a JUsT BLow.-W hen Col.
DemIng, in the course of his brilliant speech
at the Union meeting, alluded to the petty in
suits offered Oh board the Sina4do, such as the
singing Of the Bonnie Blue Flag" and the oc-
casonal display of it, when he related the fact
that while this was going on board this second
class craft, Cen Butler was feeding three
thousand John Bulls here in New Orleans, and
again, when he stated that the great army
which was now in the school of instruction
under the United States Flag, might one
day cross the St. Lawrence, land on the
coast u Ireland, every person in the vast audi
ence cheercd. as if the orator had uttered their
common thoughts-N D. Delta.
Newbern weekly progress., 1863-01-10

Persons unacquainted with money,
would do well to be very cautious.
We yesterday saw bill of the EN-
change Bank of Hartford, Indiana.
1t is a perfect copy of the Exchange
Bank issues of Hartford, Conn, which
is one of the best banks in the country.
On this bill the word d" Indiana"
was in small letters and in an obscure
corner. 1t was Intended to circulate
on the Connecticut bank, and is, OF
course, worthless. Examine your
money carefully.
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Headquarters Fourteenth Army Corps.
liz III ti.n,.. NlLl.Ll..c .l..a.l,
UHe -HlIe from NulJrefNOOT0.
In tie ErelI Lie % 1890

In tile Field, Dec. %, 1852.
Gen. Rosecrans' army moved on the enemy
December 26th, Gen, Thomas grand division on
the right, Gen. McCooks in the centre on the
Noinsvihe pike, and Gen Crittenden on the
Murfrecsboro' pike
Gen. McCcok had sharp skirmish The 1Olst
Ohio, of Car!in's brigade, captured one gun aud
caisson from Georgia battery Our loss was
two killed and five wounded. The troops be-
haved spIendidly. There also slight skin
mishing on the left
On the 9th the army pushed on, with sharp
skrmishing on the ri ,ht and left. Crittenden
lost two killed. tw enty-seven wounded and Ave
prisoners. Phey killed and wounded some
rebels, captured lhirty-six Alabama cavalry, and
captured the bridges on Stew wards creek in gal
liant style. McCook drove Harlee from Triune,
which lies due west from Murfreesboro'. The
Gather heavy and the troops fatigued,
Generals Negley's and ROsecrans divisions now
moved to the centre, leaving McCook on the
right
On Sunday nothing was done General Rose
Grams declining 10 attack on that day. The army
in motinn at daylight on Dec. %. General
Jeff e. Davis moved upon Murfreesboro in ad-
vance on the right, Bully Jack road, several!
miles north of Triune. Generals Segleys snd
Newbern weekly progress., 1863-01-10
FIGHTING IN ARKANSAS.
Gen. Blunt Smelling the rebel Camp
Opposite Van B Buren-Cap1urc
OF steamers and Supplies.
ST. LouIs, No, Dec. 81, /,


General Blunt telegraphs to General Curtis,
under date of Van Bursn, Ark, December %,
as follows -
Ny long range guns are now shel!ng the
rebel camp across the river five miles below
here IF the enemy does not retreat during
the night shall endeavor to cross MY troops
over in the morning and offer him battle.
Among the property captured are four steam
ers, three of them heavily loadrd with sup
plies, a ferryboat and a large amount of am
munitien. Quite a number of the enemy
were killed.
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Mr.. Edward Hassel. Berlin architect.

Mr.. Edward Hassel, a Berlin architect, who
was employed for number Of years on the
Petersburg and Moscow Railroad, and con-
structed many Of the far-famed ice palaces of
St. Petersburg, proposes constructing an ice
palace on the river opposite Montreal, next
winter if he can meet with sufficient encourage
ment from the citizens. The building will be
40 feet high, ia feet long, and So feet deep,
and constructed much in the style of the Court
House. but with this addition, that it will be
surrounded by colonnasie and topped by
dome, all With the exception of the windows
and doors to be built of ice. A large skating
ring will be annexed to the building. The
rooms, which will include large ball room.
ladies' and gentlemen rooms, balls, &C., Wilt
be all heated by stoves, and warranted not to-
melt! Mr.. Hassel says that the climate is pc
culiarly adapted to the erection of such build
ings and the palace would be built in thrce
or four weeks at a cost Of about s.. 800. This
sum he proposes to raise in subscriptions Of
$40, which will entitle the shareholders to
have exclusive control Of the building
Newbern weekly progress., 1863-01-10
fltSfes a H&Rx The. F.ines--E Ea rarau u q iiou
EFIag of fTrneezsssa.aAsRsnsia sd1fu- bis

EFIas Of Trneezssss.a assarnsi.ie ANA hia
l-There is no change to record in matters here
3Bouts, and little of interest to write about
EEgerythiRg seems to be IN -stdtu quo, and there
are no public Indications as yet of what the
future is to bring FORTH The pickets- Of the
two armies occupy the opposite banks of the
river and little is known of hat is Transporting
in the rebel camps The troops on this side
of the river have not as yet gone into winter
quarters, but are making themselves as com
portable as circumstances will permit.
The somewhat too free intercourse between
the pickets which has existed since the battle
has been prohibited, as it is believed that the
enemy through it obtain valuable information
The exchange of newspapers has also been
forbidden. a lieutenant, sergeant and private
have been placed under arrest for violating
the orders in regard to this matter and it is
understood that commissioned officers who
may be detected in this offence will b, dis
missed from the service.
A flag of truce was sent across the river by
General Patrick, the efficient Provost Marshal
General, yesterday morning to negotiate the
exchange of private individuals, and to enable
certain parties on the other side to return t"
their families, who are within our lines. The
only person who came over, however, was Mr..
Green, one Of the proprietors of the cotton
mill at Falmouth, which was in operation just
before our forces reached this point.
Inspections, drills and reviews are the order
IF the day, and the army is being brought to
as high state of proficiency as possible, with
a view to future operations. All the wounded
who can with safety be moved have been sent
away where they can receive proper attention.
and be made more comfortable than they coulo
be in the field.
General Burnside is unremitting in his at
tention to his duties, and is doing all in his
nIv ha intn pf ha
army under his command. The present en-
forced inactivity of tins great army cannot be
pleasing to SO energetic commander when
such great interests are at stake, and doubtless
nothing would please him better than to re
sumo active operations.
1t is we'll known that the rebel army has
been greatly reduced in numbers since the
battle, relying upon the strength of his posi-
tion and the effect of the recent repulse, Gen
eral Lee is confident that he can hold Burnside
in check and spare rnany Of his troops for
more active operations elsewhere.
Newbern weekly progress., 1863-01-10
From the Army of the Potomac.
Eseconnoisnace in FOrce-A Portion o IIa e
Rebel Army Moving up the RaPpnhan-
mock &c, &c.

mock, &c, &c.
Headquarters. Army of the PotOmac
December 81, 1862. {
A reconnaissance in force went out yesterday
morning, which will probably be heard from
in few days.
I 1t is believed here that a considerable por-
ton Of General Lees army has moved from its
late position IN front, and gone up the
Rappahannock. Its destination, however, is
not known.
1t has been ascertained by flag of truce that
Captain Swearingen, Of the late Brigadier
General Jackson's staff, who reported
killed in the battle OF the 18th, was only
wounded and taken prisoner he is now do
ing well at a farmhouse abont four miles in the
rear of the enemy's front.
Lieut.. Eddy, Ordnance Officer of General
.Whipple's staff is a prisoner at Richmond
He was unhurt on the battle field.
Last night at about 8 o'clock, the wires
ceased to work north of Falmouth Station
The cause was unknown at ten p. m.
Newbern weekly progress., 1863-01-10

There recently died in right smart village
about six miles from Shelf II, wealthy man >,
who in his will bequeathed to nephew of his a
goody number of doars-several bushels in
fact. The nephew has long lived in Alabama,
and is now, believe, an officer in the rebel
army. The question is whether his legacy is
liable to be confscated or not. Some consider
able Aiety is manifested concerBing the mat
ter among the other friends and relatives of the
tes.ator, So says the Great Darlington Courier.
Newbern weekly progress., 1863-01-10

. The Geo. @. Collins and the Oriole
arrived at this port on Sunday morn
ing, making very quick passage from
New York. Among the passengers
was Lieut.. Col. Elwel, of the 23d
Mass, who has recovered from the in
juries inflicted upon him by a horse
some months since.
Newbern weekly progress., 1863-01-10
THE NEW S.

Lie reports III circulation w SuHtS-
day that Stuart's rebel cavalry had
made raid into Maryland, at Point of
Rocks are not true. The story origin
ated from the fact, that few rebel
guerillas had crossed in search of
some booty at Balls Bluff to Harri-
sons Island.
There is but little to report from the
Army of the Potomac. A reconnois
sance in force went out on Tuesday
morning, which will probably be heard
from in few days.
1t is believed that a considerable
portion of Gen. Lees army has moved
from its late position, and gone up the
Rappahannock. Its destination, of
conrse, is not known.
The news from the Southwest to-day
is interesting.
8 Gen. Rosecrans has made an impor-
SAINT denomination on Murfreesboro,
Tenn. Learning that il was not fortisl
slsz1zz ~
7dnced BY Forests cavalry, VINO w5Ta
! making raids in other directions, Gen.
sRosecrans moved his army on Friday
last towards .Murfreesboro. Generals
sGfittendensand McCook led the troops
directly on M4rfreesboro, while Gen.
Thomas went with his corps to La
vergne, by the Nolinsville road. The
rebels kept up a skirmish the entire
way, but were grad: lily pushed back
fully eight miles. Gen. Rosecrans
now threatens Murfreesboro, and holds
a fine position. In the various skir-
.mishes, it is said that we took six hun
dred and fifty prisoners and three guns.
AT latest accounts heavy firing was
going on near the Nolinsville turnpike,
, and a general engagement was antic-
pated. The ensmy were drawn up in
line of battle on Stones river, and
probably had a battle Friday.
p, We have later news from the scene
of action at Van Buren, Arkansas,
detailing the incidents Of that brilliant
affair. Our army was shelling the
enemy, according to Gen. Blunt's Off
cial despatch. Among the property
captured are four steamers, three of
them heavily loaded with supplies,
ferry boat and large amount of am
munition. Quite number of the
enemy were killed. The rebels burned
their arsenal and ferry boat at Fort
Smith, to prevent them falling into
our hands; also large quantity of
provisions on the opposite bank of the
river. a general confagration was in
progress when our forces feft.
The rebel army is considerably de-
n1oralized. Many deserters came into
our lines, who report that two regi-
nlents of Missourians stacked arms a
few days ago, crossed the yivcr and
went home. Another regiment OF
Missourians left a short time after,
taking their arms with them. Two
regiments of Texans alsostacked arms
and started for home. A regiment of
cavalry was sent in pursuit; bnt, in
stead Of arresting, they joined the run
aways
1t is rumored that Mr.. Linenln's
emancipation proclamation, which is
to be issued to day, is not to include a
large portion of Virginia, presumed to
be loyal, nor the city of New Orleans,
il lis operations. 1t is also stated that
tie President is about to assign Gen.
Butler to an important command upon
his return from New Orleans.
Newbern weekly progress., 1863-01-10
POrfSInouIlI Items.

AnOther Prize. While on visit to
Ocracokc, recently. DR.. l. Ii. Pease
was presented with large and valua-
ble bass drum, formerly used in the
service of the G.. S.
Newbern weekly progress., 1863-01-10
Editorial Melange.

We acknowledge the kindness of J.
3. Smith, John Reed, and Purser
Coombs, of the Geo. G. Collins, for
late New York papers.
Newbern weekly progress., 1863-01-10

The E2ectiOn.-The Congressional
election passed off quietly here, and
we understand that some 40 votes
were cast, all for Mr. Pigott.
Newbern weekly progress., 1863-01-10

large AcceSsion.-Above so disa-
bled soldiers were brought to the Gen
eral Hospital here, on Wednesday last.
Newbern weekly progress., 1863-01-10


The CASTOR Guards (Co 6, 1st Reg.
N. C.) have been organized and mus
tered into the service of the United
States. This organization is rapidly
increasing in numbers, and improving
in drill. Loyal Carolinians are re-
minded that here is an excellent op-
portunity to show their loyalty. Every
Carolinian enlisted here, gives the old
veterans Of the North Carolina cam
paign fresh courage, and opportunity
to move on to crush out the hosts of
rebellion, while the native troops re-
main to garrison the posts captured.
This is no time for neutrality; the
times will not admit of it. Every
loyal man should give us his aid in
crushing out the rebellion. Good
wishes avail nothing, unless put into
organized shape under good leaders
Now is the time for few men of the
right kind to come up and enlist. We
are to be found either at our recruiting
office, directly over the printing office,
or at the Company quarters in New
street.
Newbern weekly progress., 1863-01-10

Ua7py Nea0 Year.-The new year
was ushered in, on this Island, by the
ringing of the church bells and other
Joyous demonstrations.
Newbern weekly progress., 1863-01-10
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark, Dec

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark., Dec. 81.
Additional particulars of the raid to Van
Buren have been received.
Our army ten miles this side of Van
Buren yesterday morning, and would bivouae
Newbern weekly progress., 1863-01-10

s. WASHINGTON, Dec. 31,-Evening.
fsA despatch received tonight from the head.
quarters of the Army of the Potomac, indicates
cyerything as quiet in that vicinity.
Newbern weekly progress., 1863-01-10
JOE PRINTING,

OF every description, neatly I'D promptly exc
uted at this office.
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Ihe HeWbefp Psogtess,

l. published Daily and Weekly
From the Progress buildings, CrdCeR Street
Newbern weekly progress., 1863-01-10

1t gives US pleasure to state that the
Provost Marshal has put his foot down
on the hucksterers and extortioners,
who are in the habit of bringing pro-
duce here to sell. 1t affords us great
er pleasure from the fact that we COM
menced an attack upon these parties
last spring, and now that the evil is
growing greater instead Of lesser, the
Provost has put summary stop to
these unjust business operations. We
are glad for another reason, the soldier
who wishes for an extra dish, aside
from his rations, has these things placed
now within his reach, so that he can
obtain them ;sifhont bankrapting him5
rnc asnsrfSers 81 reiaainbs
Capt: Messinger, for thrs putting. an
effectual barrier to extortion.
Newbern weekly progress., 1863-01-10

One square. insertion, 81 90, and p cents for
every subsequent insertion.
Ne attention BE paid to advertisements sent
by letter, unless remittance in money accompany
them.
Newbern weekly progress., 1863-01-10

The residence OF Mr. Furehelmer, in New
Orleans, entered recently, and a safe con-
taining yaluahles to the amount of 500, 600
was Carried away.
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RATES IN THE WEEKLY.

Twelve lines less will be In ali cases counted as
square and additional squares will be charged the
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Headquarters Army Of the Potomac, [
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TERMS OF PAPER.
ADvERrBsuNG RATES.
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The foIcS.sg rates will be charged for all adver
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The Nashville daily union. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1862-1866, 1863-11-05
OnIRF QUARrEBmAsrER's OFF1cF

NanhNAAANt 4NuAsg ANONs At lonOs }
Pursuant 10 orders from the Quarter
MASTER General of the Army, the UNDER
signed hereby assumes control Of the
Qaartermaster's Department in Nash
vile.
The present assignment Of duty to off,
GERS connected with the Department will
continue till further orders. Capt. s
Perkins, Jr, A. Q. NJ, is announced as
Chief Assistant Quartermaster Of the
department..
Ali acquisitions for supplies other than
regular allowances, must first be submits
ted 20 the Chief Quartermaster before be-
ing issued.
This includes articles required for the
Department as well as for the troops.
A daily report Of the forage received,
issued and remaining on hand will be
made 10 the Chief QuArtermaster At five
r. NJ. each day.
like report will be made of the
means Of transportation, including cav
airy and artillery horses, specifying such
as are tit for service, such IS are capable
OF being reouperAted, and such As are
unht Tor further service.
A like report will, At the same time, be
made Of the clothing received, issued
and remaining on hand.
All other reports heretofore required
VIII be rendered as usual
j. l., DONALDSON,
nCy4 81 ChiefQ, M.