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New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1864-12-28
HnrpL PERsoNAL.-Senator Conness. Of Ca

HOTEL PERsoNAL.-Senator CONFESS, Of Cal.
ifoYuia; Col w. L. Shafer. OF Gen. Buffers utafs
Capt Bridgcman, of the steamship Kangaroo, England
aad Major A. A Stevens, T. 5. Army. are at the Ne
tropoan Hotel
Major en- Logan, U. s. Vols, from Washington,
cxC;oy Bigler of Pennsylvania and Hon. Chauncey
Vibbard Albany, arc at the st. Nicholas Hotel.
The Hon. Jas. T. Hale, N. C., from the XvIIIth
District Of Pennsylvania and Chairman Of tho House
Committee on Claims arrived at the ST. Nicholas Hotel
last evening from Philadelphia. He will remain In Ito
city for q day Or two
Major Green and Capt. Hall Of the British Army. are
at the Clarendon Hotel.
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AFEMARKApLR PHgsoMEsox-SUDpES FALL

REMARK abb PHENOMHNON-SUDDBN FALL
OF WATER IN LAKE MICHIGAS.-The fact has been no.
tced and commented upon by papers published east o.
tiou yery sudden and great fall Of in all Tho
lakes situated near the seaboard. The same fact vas
observed in Chicago yesterday During the twenty
Michigan fell over two feet and there was CORE
spond nc fall on all branches Of the river and the water
Ia now lower the river and lakes at this point than
has ever been known TO be before. In the river the
winter Is now between three and four feet lover than
the average water line during the summer season;
IChoago Times Of Saturday.
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THE WEATHER YEsrEapAY.-we had yester-

The WEATHER YEsrEaDAY.-We had yester-
day continuance OF the moist disagreeable weather
whicl prevailed on Monday. The early morning vas
very foggy with hne driSze. lasting nearly all day.
and with the remains Of the sush in the streets rends
ing The walking dissgreeabe in the extreme. But not
withstandng the unproptous state Of the weather.
there appeared to be dimnntion Of the throngs
ay and other thorongbfares, and tho shops
tanning their holiday appearance seemed to be ~ bcay
| with customers as upon Saturday last
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1864-12-28
The Missouri Lesisla,sre.

JriftBsoS ClY. Ne. Tuesday. Dec. q, 1894.
The two Houses Of the Legislature met this
morning, quorum being present In each House. Mr..
Payne Of Jackson wac appointed Speaker pro ens and
Mr. CLARK appointed Clerk pro TEN. The roll VI tho
members elect was then called and sixty members
answered 10 their names. These present presented
tbs,r credentials ard the oath of ofco was admins
tered by Judge Fogg.
The Senate then organized by the choice Of Mr. King.
Clerk pro The newly elected Senators then pre-
scnted their credentials and were duly qualified.
IRE Senate then rdicuirc1 ii'l 10. morrow.
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1864-12-28

ST. LOUIS, Tuesday, Dec. q, 1854


Col. j. n. Baker, of the 10th Minnesota, has
been appointed to the position Of
eral for the Department Of Missouri Col Davis. who
discharged the duties of Provost Marshal General dur.
ing the interval following the resignation Of COL
Dar is assigned to the important position OF Inspector
in connection with the Office. Col Baker IL succeeded
post commander by Col NJ. Welder, Of the LIST Mis-
souri,
Tho river is comparatively free ice, and navigation
II resumed TO Cairo.
James Morgan, convicted Of being o Rebel spy mail
carrier &C.. hug at yesterday in st. Louis.
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1864-12-28
BALTIMORE, Tuesday. Dec. 81.

BALTIMORE, Tuesday. Dec. e. iso4.
A gentleman who arrived here tonight from
Loudon County informs TAs A~icas that Mosby. while
setting In house Middlebury. Va, vas fred ct
through the window, and the shot took effect In bic
bowels and sAst 10 died on Friday last. The party
professSs ~ have seen Mostly after he was ~alnded.
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1864-12-28
FROM FORTRESS MONROE.

Later from SuvRunnh-Sonse Particular
Of the Cnpture-surrender Demanded
-Hnrdee says he will Fight, but Es-
sapes with his Army during the Night
Of the 2Oth-The Citizens Surrender
the PIncc-Cbarneter nnd Extent Of the
Spoil.
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THR ST. ALBANs RAIDERS.

Three at the Crinsinsis Csush t-They Es-
Iist la the Union Array - Get q
Chance 10 10 south-AnosheS Caught
90 Toronto.
CONCORD y. a.. Tuesday. Dec. ~, 1854. 4
Three of the st. Adams raiders made their
escape from Canada BY secrong themselves In the
until across the line They then proceeded TO Lebanon
v. H. and enlisted, receiving the bounty. aad hopins
to get back TO Dixie at Unole Sans expense. They
were, however. detected, and are now in the State
Prison at Concord A considerable amount OF money
wss found IL their possession.
TORONTO. Tuesday. Dec. p, 1854.
Another Of ice St. Albsns raiders WA arrested
here to-isy.
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LETTERS FROM GEN. LEE.-The following let
tiers from Gen. Lee written soon after the outbreak Oh
the Rebellion. have inst been made public:

tiers from Gen. Lee written soon after the outbreak OF
the Rebellion. have Just been made public:
ARLINGTON va April 90, 1861.
GENERAL: Since my interview with you on the lsth
inst have felt that ought not longer TO retain my
commission In the army. therefore. tender my rese
nation which request you will recommend for &C.
ceptance. 1t would have been presented at once out
for the struggle IT has cost me to separate myse
service which have devoted all the best years OF my
life and oil the ability possessed
During the whole Of that time-more than quarter
Of centuryI have experienced nothing bnt kindness
from rly supcriors and the most cordial friendship from
nv comrades. To no one, General, have been as
much indebted yourself for uniform kindness and
consideration, and il has always been my ardent dere
to merit your appreciation. shall carry 10 the grave
the most grateful reco!ections OF your KIND CONSIDERS
ton and your and fame wiz always be dear 10
Save IN defense Of nv native State never desire
again 30 draw my sword Be pleased to accept my most
earnest wishes for the continuance OF your happiness
and prosperity. and believe me. most traiy yonrs,
Lieut.. Gen. WINFIELD scorT Commanding United
Army. -,
copy the preceding letter was inclo'ed in the fol-
lowing letter to sister Of the General, Mrs. A. NJ;
ARLINGTON Va, April 90 ls6l.
Ny DEAR SISTER: am greved at my inabiiityto see
Won. have been waiting for more con-
venent season" which has brought TO many before INC
deep and lasting regret. Now we are IN state OF war
which will yield to nothing The whole South 10 IN
state of revolution into which Virginia. after long
struggle, has been drawn and Goagh no n.'
csssv for this state Of things and wond have f0rborne
and pleaded the end for redress OF rea OF
supposed yet in own person had to meet the CUES
ton uhetisr should take part against my nare Saf'
With all my devotion to the Union. and the feeling OF
LOYALTY and duty Of an American citizen, 1 have not
been able 10 make up ny mind to raise my hand against
INV relatives, my children. my home. l have. there
forefore resigned my commission in the army and saye
in defense OF my native State, with ire sincere hoPe
that INV POOR services may never be needed. hope
NAV never be called on to draw my sword. 49,
, I know you will blame me, but you must think as
kindly OF me as YOU cam and believe that have en-
deayored to do what thought right To slow you tho
feeling and struggle 1t has cost me- send copy OF my
letter TO Gen Scott which accompanied my Icttsr OF
! resignation. have time for more. May
guard and protect you and yours and shower upon
you every blessing is the prayer OF your devoted oroner
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Heavy Storm on the Coast Damage %
shipping.
FORTRESS MONROE, Monday Dec. 2e. !

A letter from Fortress Monroe, dated the
Goth nst says that heavy storm has been prevailing
siderable damage to coastrg schoones and other ship
ping. - c., IA,
The schooner Sidney c. Tyler Capt. Steelman, with
coal from phiIadephis for Port ROYAL and the schooner
Mary Steadman, from New-York with forage TO Pors
R0y put in here for harDor this morning. TIE former
in badly leaking condition. and the latter with all lor
sails except the jib blown away,
The steamer d. II. Mount, which arrived here TO-DAY
from Newborn, reports having passed sanken scboon'
or apparently new. bearing soath by cast from hai
ing she was judged to be about 800 tuns burden.
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1864-12-28
THE ARMY OF THE POTOMAC
Military Executions.

From Osi Special Correspondent.
HEADQUARTERS AIRY OF The PoTOM&. !
II1dar Dec, % 1864. )
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lctAl.. ......,.-..+..s.s...o< buis
Tie wooden vessels will take up lines OF battle sonib
east OF the forts close in range possib bs follows
In the form Of n crescent:
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BIon Or sraclt! Corrotpondtut
Oy BOARD L. STEAMER BROOKLYN !
NAVAL RENDEZVOUS OFF WILMINGTON, Dec It,
popIrr AID rppop coppyCTrD
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1864-02-04

iamS amendment 70 against 70, for repeating so much
OF tho old authorizes exemption from military ser
Woo on payment OF $500.
Another amendment was agreed TO for Striking out the
$500 Communication aud thus leaving 10 at $780,
Mr. STEVENS lrep) Of Pa, moved 10 strike OUT from
the substitute Of the Military Affairs Committee FOR tho
Dill tno ollowUg:-"Andi f any drafted man sDan pay
money Tor the procuraon OF substitute such payments
shall operate only TO relieve such person from the draft
in filling that quota, and his name shall DO retained
the roll In filling future quotas."
MT GARFIELD, (rep) Of Ohio, briefly showed the mpos-
sbity OF procuring the necessary number OF II this
clause be stricken out.
Mr.. STEVENS SAID, according to his amendment man
paying communication would DO released Tor three years.
whle according 70 the above revision would BIO liable
10 draft the next day. which would be unjust
The committee, by vote or 10 TO 40, struck the
clause
Mr. BLANB, (rep) OF Me-, in reply to Mr. Garfield said
that every paid has produced man there.
fore there could be such ELECTS tho gentleman had
described.
Mr. DAVIS, (rep) or Md, contended that the govern
ment has right to the service OF every citizen There
should be exemption, except to limited extent The
ministers or the Gospel who remain at home persons
who havo families depending on them for support and
persons having religions scruples, may be exempted by
paying communications.
Mr. FARNswoRrB, (rep.) OF H.. was in favor OF filling
our armies as far possible by volunteers, who were
better than drafted lie hoped the committee
would consider its vote exemptng for three years nom
the draft those who pay commulatioD.
The committee rose.
OFFICE LOUIS.
MI BLAIR, (rcp) OF Mo- introduced bill TO establish
an assay office III St. LOUIS, which referred TO the
Committee on Ways and Means.
SHIP CANAL FROM MISSISSIPPI TO LAKES
Mr.. ARNOLD (rep.) OF H., reported . bill for ship
canal for vessels war from the Mississippi the North
ern lakes.
Adjourned.
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News from CALIFORNIA;.


Sailed ship zouave for Liverpool carrying 900 sacks
OF wheat
There mas been o light trade during tho week now
closed
resolution has passed the Legislature without oppos
ton urging the California Congressional delegation 10
deayor TO procure tho OF the President for
tnuance OF the shipment OF blasting powder 10 the mines
Of North Western Mexico the same as has been the
heretofore.
is stated that the extension OF mining operations in
Sonora and senola must DO stopped unless blasting pow
der can be procured Tho French Consul here has soil
cited the Collector OF the Port continue TO make excep
ton OF blasting powder being convinced that no injuries
will the French army Ia Mexico from sending
such powder American and French mines 10 the north
provinces OF that country
10 addition the regular shipment OF treasure by the
bankers day. the sub Treasurer sent East 600
In gold on government account Tho steamer America
carried $4,000, making total by both steamers OF
81, 400 900
Sailed steamer America, for Panama. carrying largo
number OF passengers nunber not reported also steam
81 Louis for Panama. crowded with passengers, and
se45 900 Tor England, and S407 900 for New
York she also considerable cargo OF merchan
disc Including 15, 900 pounds OF green teas.
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Arrival or the United States supply
steamer Union.


steamer Union.
The United States supply steamer Union, Acting volun
teer Lieutenant Edward Conroy, commanding, from the
East and West Gulf squadrons arrived at this port last
night.
She reports January al while of Charleston, heard
heavy firing Weather very foggy. February 2, OF Cape
Henry, passed United States ship Ino Landed at Key
West one hundred and hfty refugees and number Of de-
Mre. Babcock and child whose friends are residing
in the North. On january "a the Union cut out
and captured the rebel steamer Mayhower Sarasota
Pass OF Florida, loaded with cotton The steamer
Manhattan, from Baltimore, put into Tampa Bay January
The Union brought North the bodies Of Commander
Newcomb, United States Navy; Lieutenant Commander
Cumninss United States Navy Acting Master Foleer,
United States Navy and Captains Clerk Bailey. United
The Upon sailed from New York January 2, with
large number OF o1csrs mails, supplies, &C, for the
East and West Gulf Bockadlng Sduadrons. On the out
ward passage she stopped at Port Royal January Indian
January T. Key West January Charlotte Harbor
January H. Tampa bay JAM u.s. Cedar Keys and st. Marks
Jan. 49, Fast and West Passes st. Georges, st. Josephs
sacola 18th On her return loft Pensacola January TO-
ST. Andrews January TO- st Joseph Bay, East and West
Cedar Keys 22d Tampa Bay 22d Charlotte Harbor 23a
Key West 2sth Port Royal 3lst, and Hampton Roads
February. She has the following passengers,E
Acting Master samuel wilmington, Acting Master W.
o. Lunt, Acting Assistant Surgeon J. Stevens Acting
First Assistant Engineer Perry Short Acting Ensign Geo.
Dunn, one hundred and fifty discharged seamen and
number OF invads.
The following is list Of her ofhcers:-
Acting Volunteer Lieaenant-Edward Conroy, com
manding
Aciino Master and Ereeuiius cGesy--w. II. Wood.
Acting and Sailing Maser-L Crowcll
Asssudnt Pdyndster-George w. BeamaD.
Asststant Suvpson-W. r. Scoled.
lc,in2 Fira Assistant Aforementioned l.. Thorp.
Acang Ensigns-George T. wilkins, c. H. Armstrong,
p. Ieabure and Mr.. Baird.
TAlrd A,siaani Enpincers-s. C. Slater, Henry Jones,
Abram Brown and James Stevens.
CdD<ain's Clcrk-W. ). Underdown.
Mail Apeai-William II. Mead.
Acting Masters HGe--J. &. Suscon.
In Charge " Ezrros Adaers-H Wolfe.
HospitoI S<lcdTd-Fdward Flugel
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The Chicago Zouaves.

DINNER AT THE ST. NICHOLAS HOTBL-ESTrRrAIN-
AEsr AT LAFAYETTE HALL, ETC.
Yesterday afternoon the Chicago Zouaves at present
staying 10 our city, we're entertained by tho propretors
OF the ST. Nicholas Hotel with sumptuous dinner The
7ouaves from The Seventy regiment armory
corner o Centre and Grand streets 10 the st. Nicholas
where they arrived At three O'Clock. Dinner at
served up IN the large dining room, which was done
full Justice There were speeches made upon the
occasion Colonel Tanord Of the Seventy first regiment
National Guard present. Major Brand commanding
abe Zouavep toasted tho health Of the officers and men
the Seventy hrst which drunk with all tho honors
The health Of Mr. Hawk OF the propricors OF the St.
Nicholas, also toasted with much enthusiasm. AZ
four O'Clock the Zouavss left the hotel and again pro.
ceeded 10 their headquarters.
In the evening an entertainment was given to the
Seventy FIRST rcgmsnt by the members Of that corps
Nearly all the officers Of the Seventy rst present
The entertainment consisted OF splendid collation. at
tended by the usual complement OF wipeR6c. Captain
Tompkns, or the Light Guard wclcomed the zouaves In
appropriate language The guests OF the occasion enjoyed
they will leave for Chicago The following order has
been issued from the Seventy first regiment reatveto
their departure
sPrcIli oRpKRs-So I.
HRAporARTER SEVENTY fIEsr RrclnESr,
Nyw YoRK, Feb. 2, 1854.
COMPANIES d. T. n and q will parade on Thursday the
attn inst. fatigue uniform, with ovcrcoas, 70 escort
the Ellsworth Zouave battalion from the regimenta
armory 70 the railroad depot. MAJOR LIBBY VIII take
command OF the battalion. Tho several companies VIII
assemble AZ the reglmental armory ~ balt-past two
O'Clock r. NJ and will leave az three O'Clock precisely.
Tbe troops viii be reviewed by bis Honor The Mayor al
sv osgSso n colonel BENZ L. rRAFFORp,
ronmand ~ Seventy nrst reg mept N. q. s. NY
Jcus ~ D,uncRr, Adciant
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r III f ID II A f Il.


Circular from Provost Marshal General
Fry.
General Fry has issued the following circular to the
Assistant Provost Marshas General the several States
enclosing the Presidents CALL
PROVOST MARSHAL GENERALS OFFICE
WASHINGTON, Feb. !, 1854. !
Major +. TOWNSEND A. A. p. NJ Co. Superintendent Volup
teer Recruiting, Albany, N. y
The Presidents order Of this date copy herewth) for
draft the 10th OF March, for FIVE hundred thousand
men, after deductng all who may be raised prior TO
March /, and not heretofore credited, Is equivalent
to call for two hundred thousand men, in addition
to the three hundred thousand called for October
seventeenth Do everything possible 20 fill this as we'll
the former CALL and action at once, IN ancpa
al the exact quotas which will be announced from
this Office as soon possible
JAMER b. FRY Provost Marshal General.
H. Tho Provost Marshals OF this division will make
every exerton to fill this call in the manner they have
and exertng themselves TO al the former CALL Efforts
should be Immediately put forth by them, and by the
Military Committee Of their districts, 70 secure
tnuance OF the local bountes or TO obtain an equivalent
the part OF the State and to again the enhus
Of the people, hitherto instrumental 10 procuring
recruits. FREDERICK TOWNSEND,
Major o. s. A., A. A. p. NJ g., Supt Recruiting.
JACOB y. CHuR, Lieutenant and Acting Inspector.
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IMPORTANT FROM NORTH CAROLINA.
Attack On the Union 0utposts
Near Newbern.
Retreat Of Our Army Before Over.
whclming Numbers.
Repulse of the Rebels on the South Side
Of the Trent,
&c.s &c. sc.

NEwBBRS, Feb. /, 1854.
To Major General Buums-
Early this morning ouiross at Bachelors Creek were
attacked by the enemy represented to be in force Of
about fifteen thousand strong, consisting Of Hoke's
brigade and Picket's entire division.
u being mpracticabe 70 make adequate defence,
our force fell back in good ORDER destroying the CAMPS,
abandoning but few Stores with loss Of nifty TO one
hundred men, and one section OF light artillery
Uur forces arranged that confident Of
q successful resistance.
Almost simultaneously with this attack the enemy i'd
vanced the south side Of the Trenwith what force
difficult 10 estimate-and handsomely repulsed.
Communication continues with Morehsad City, but the
enemy the Railroad with the evident intention
or cutting IL.
Tbe commander Of Beaufort aware Of the situation
and will every effort to prevent any interruption
with the road. J. W. PALMER, Brigader General.
THE LATEST NEWS.
The section Of artillery supposed to have been cap.
tured is at Beech Creek, and may DO preserved.
FORTRESS MONROE, Feb. 2, 1864.
Major General Butler has received the forowing-on
the 26tb ut Gen. Palmer sent expedition TO capture
force Of rebel cavalry in Jones and onsow counties,
North Carolina They succeeded in routing the enemy,
captured twenty men, with their horses and equip
ments destroyed hundred and Fifty thousand 10
hundred thousand pounds OF pork seventy bushels Of
sat thousand pounds OF tobacco thirytwo barrels
of beef; also captured several mules, horses, &C.
On the 9Th UT. Captain Cady, OF tho twenty fourth
New York battery, proceeded with his command to
Tyrrel county NJ O., where they captured I've men, who
have been guilty OF series OF robberee Of the
dcrers Of Tniano York. two rebel officers, and thou
sand sheer.
There large rebel force Of Kirstop, N. C. probably
anticipating ON attack.
The Rebels Strengthening Their de-
fences at Wilmington.
wAsmyercS, Feb. 3, 1854.
private letter from tho Wilmington, N. c.. blockade,
eastern entrance, dated January 20, says
No event Of importance has ranspired for some tme
The rebels however, contnueto strengthen their posi-
ton They can be working at OF the forts Ike
aswarm ofbecs, and judging from the way their bat
res and earthworks spring up suddenly along tho coast,
they must work lxo bees too, when they 90 at 10.
Ccunterfcit Twenty Dollar ercenbncks.
Roercr, Feb. 2, 1861
counterfeit twenty do,lar government greeptacs was
lssep ai ono 81 cur banks yesterday
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The Rebels Driven Back from the
Baltimore and 0hie Railroad.
Our Troops Pursuing the Re-
treating Enemy.
. estruction Of q Steamer on the
KanaWha River.
General Scammon and One Of His Staff
Captured,
Be-. kc.s De-
Mr.. T. c. wilson's Despat ch.


HEADQUARTERS, DEPARTMENT Wet VIRGINIA,
Feb 8, 1854.
After drove tho enemy from the bridges yesterday
the rebels commenced rapid retreat. Our cavalry
closely following up, skrmishing ensued.
Last night portion of General sullivans forces, in
Attempting to the enemy of, encountered large
force Of rebels In Mecnanicsburg Gap Romney and
In the neighhorhood Of this gap fight took place. We
eventually succeeded in compelling the enemy to take
bic precipitancy In this engagement took number
Of prisoners.
In rstreating the enemy fastened to make junction
with the main rebel forces Moorefeld.
II is believed that General Sulivan's and Colonel Null
lgans columns have formed junction, and are now pur
suing the enemy vigorously.
the enemy escapes forces he certainly will nos
be able to take away any largo portion Of his plumber
The railroad trains arrived in time tonight. Tho in
jury to the bridges is slight that they 90 far
paired enable the East and West bound trains to
resume continue their regular trips time. Tho
telegraph line was repaired this afternoon.
special correspondent Of the New YORK HERALD, who
sent TO Galpos Ohio 10 look after the movements
the Kanawha region, reports that band OF guerilas
supposed to be Fergusons men, captured the steamboat
Levi to-day in the Kanawha river about y miles from
its mouth. The rebels burned the boat. Brigadier
General Scammon and portion Of his STAFF unfor
tunateIy passengers in the boat and were taken pr
soners. General scammon returning 70 his COM
mand at Charleston.