The daily phoenix. [volume] (Columbia, S.C.) 1865-1878, 1866-06-02

: tectlon OF quarantined vessels and to pre-
vent passengers detained there from es-
Gaping to the shore.
Important from South America
New YORK, June 1.-The steamer Morn
ing Star, from Rio Janeiro, May 4, has
arrived. The frigate Susquehanna left Rio,
April 10, for New York.
The news from the River Platte was i'm
portant. There was fearful slaughter,
April 10, of 1900 Paraguayans, on an
island opposite Stapura. 10000 Brazilians
crossed the Xerona on the 18th, without
opposition, and drove in the Paraguayan
sk1rmishers. Next morning, they occupied
Stapura, and captu.e ed four generals and q
flag. The whole allied army was trans
ferred, on the 10Th, to the Paraguay side
OF the Parona. The Paraguayans aban-
doned their camp, three miles on the road
to Humantia, and retreated to that for
tress, on which theI allies were marching
Hermantia cannot be held, and Ispeedy
end Of the war is anticipated
The Brazilian Imperial Assembly has
been convened. The Emperor's speech
called especial attention to thc currency
was blown up, and twenty persons killed.
Advices from Rio Grande De Sui state
that the old silver mines worked by the
Jesuits have been re-discovered.
Coffee at Rio declining. Freights dull
Exchange on London lower. Bank rate
24}d
Movements OF the Fenians-InvasIon
BUFFALO, June 1-2.30 d. m.-The re-
porter Of the Express has just returned
from point mile and half below Lower
Black Rocks, and says the head of the Fe-
nian column-600 strong-had reached
that point. Nine wagons, loaded with am
munition, preceded them. They declare
they will effect Crossing before day
light.
NEW YORK, June lit is reported that
Fort Erie, Canada, opposite Buffalo, has
been captured by the Fenians, who are
represented to be 5000 strong, 1000 OF
whom are said to be marching unopposed
into the interior. They are said to have
already cut one telegraph line.
BUFFALO, June Notwithstanding the
vigilance of the authorities in this sec
ton, the United States steamer Michigan
being under steam and having her ports
open, and the fact of the city swarming
with Canadian spies, several regiments of
Fenians crossed over into Canada last
night, including troops from Kentucky,
Tennessee and Indiana, and regiment
from Ohio, and one from this city. At this
point they crossed in canal boats, drawn
by tugs, and when nearing the Canadian
side, sent up wild Irish shouts. The green
flag is floating. Col. O'Nei, of the 18th
Regiment, Of Nashville, is in command of
the fort, &c.
Large numbers OF persons arc viewing
the sight from this shore.
The Fenians say no depredaiions shall ine
committed. All the Canadian wires on the
Canada side were cut, excepting those
near the Suspension Bridge. The Agent
OF the Associated Press left for the scene
OF operations. The Fenians are reported
marching towards the Suspension Bridge,
twenty five miles from here.
: BOSTON, June 1.-Two companies of
regulars left for the North this morning.
from Fort Warren, under command of Col.
Livingston.
The newly-raised Fenian cavalry regi-
ment, under command Of Col j. Cortio,
late Of Mosby's guerillas, is part of the
expedition from this city. The Fenians
say Gen. Fitzhugh Lee will command the
cavalry wing Of their army of invasion.
They further say blow will be struck
early next week-probably on Monday.
BUFFALO, June IA p. m.-The number
OF Fenians who effected landing in Cana
da from this point is estimated at 5000.
with accessions hourly. They are we'll
armed and have six pieces Of artillery. It
is stated that there will be general de-
scent on the whole frontier, and that the
Fenians have altogether thirteen bat
taiions OF artillery. The leaders have
telegraphed from this point to various
cities to bring on reinforcements. The
men who went from here generally had
served in the Federal or Confederate
armies. No fighting has yet occurred or
is anticipated for two days. The Interrupt
ton OF the Welland Canal, and cutting the
Grand Trunk Railway, and moving in two
divisions on Montreal and Kingston, is
said to be the programme. Col. O'Neil.
who leads the troops from here, is STYLED