The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1870-08-10

New YORK, Aug. "a man SUED to be the
murderer of Nathan has been arrest
Dispatches from Tuesdayslyj
FROM EUROPE
BERLIN, Aug. 6.-The commando the South
German army has issued the followhoclamati
Soldiers of the Third Corps Havinn appointed
to command you by the King I grea, soldiers of
Prussia, Wortemburg AID Baden. 0 under my
command, your courage, discipline aLerseverence
fill me with pride, joy and con6dencn true fra
ternity continue to spread your flag ovtF victories
which, Coo aiding US, will insure honel peace to
united Germans. FREDERICK LIAM,
Prince Royal comd'g South Ga Army
BERLIN, Aug. THE French prisonb far taken
in war have been distributed aroundrlin. The
Prussans will prove by their treatmentAhe men
that, although they captVes, they 10 longer
enemies.
The French have been defeated alone entire
line in the two days fighting and are threat on
Metz, where they are concentrating for thnfence of
Paris. Their losses are immense Mhon was
beaten on the right and Frossard on thst The
Prussians captured 1000. prisoners, 80 gland six
metrailors from Mcmahon.
PARIS, Aug. 1.-THE French oficialsort re-
verses on both wings. Paris is tumutuous he peo-
Pile are maddened at defeat.
BERLIN, Aug. 1.-THE following oficiaispatch |
| has been received:
MAYENcE, Aug 6, ep.M.
The French were turned back on therSse line |
and commenced to retreat towards the nor of |
France The French had commenced an adv from |
Saarbruck, which they had held since the falls bat
tie of three divisions against three companiesPrus.
sians but having to fall back they burned D rich
and unprotected town, and in Withdrawing spr con-
| hagration by throwing hot shot into it.
| SAARBRUCK Aug. +, 7 P.M.-The town of Saruck
has just been turned by the 1st Prusslan corphder
command of Gen. Sheenimatz.
MAyENCE, Aug. 6, 9 P.M.-The head of the Isian
columns approached Saar on the 9Th. This ming
Gen. Kamers found the enemy west of Saarbrutn a
strong position near Spichren and commenced me-
diatey to attack them. A portion of the divis of
Barnakow and Stupnage came up. Gen. Geo. en-
| took command. After very severe fight theesi-
ton occupied by Gen. Frossiard was taken by ast.
General Franchise and Colonel Reuher amonhe
wounded.
MAYENCE, Aug. 7, 6A.M.-Gen. Gaben repoia
| fight west of Saarbruck. Many hundred prisoneh-
ken. From these gather that Frossard's cs
engaged. Our force in action was forty eight
visions. Night alone put an end to the fighting. e
enemy covered his retreat by heavy fire of artile
Gen. Steinmetz arrived in the evening and took co
mand. Gen. Franchise is dead. Losses heavy
both Sides The number of officers of the enemy kill
are especially large.
The Prince Royal reports that he defeated McMahd
whose corps had been reinforced by division frC
the corps of Failly and CanRobert. We have taxi
two eagles six metrailors and at least 1000 prisone
Gen. Baize was wounded Loss great on both side
PARIS, Aug. 1.-THE Journal Oficiel, in its seco
edition of today publishes the following procamati
to all Frenchmen:
Up to this hour we have always given, without
serve, all certain news which we have received and
continue do so. Last night received the folio
ing dispatch
METZ, August 7-Midnight.
Marshal McMahol lost the battle. Gen. Frossial
the Saar, has been obliged to retire. His retra
effected in good order. All be reestablishe
(Signed) NAPOLEON.
VIrcHE, Aug. 7, $3.50 A.M.-My communication
been interrupted with Marshal Mcmahon. I am goi
to place myself in the centre of the position.
(Signed) NAPOLEON.
METZ, Aug. 7, 4:3o A.n.-Maior General of t
army to the Minister of the Interior: After ser
of engagements in which the enemy brought hea
forces into the field, Marshal Mcmahon was forced
fall back from his first line. The corps of Gen. FIR,
sard had to fight yesterday from two in the afterno
with the entire force of the enemy. Having held
position until six o'clock he ordered retreat viii
was made in good order. (Signed) LEBoUF.
Details of our losses are wanting. Our troops a
full of elaton. The situation is not compromised b
the enemy is territory and serious efforts a
necessary. battle appears imminent. In the pre-
euce VI tuiS grave NEWS UuE uuty is pldlu we dppt
to the patriotism and energy of all. The chambe
have been convoked. We are placing Paris with
possible haste in state of defence in order to faci
tate the execution of military preparations. We &
clare the capital in state of 'seige. There must
no nt-heartedness, divisions. Our resources
immense. Let us pursue the struggle without fine
ing, and our country will be saved.
By order of the Empress Regent.
Sgned-M. Olivier, Minister of Justice Duke
MIC e n,
de Vadrome, Minister of Interior; NJ. Sgris, Minist
of Finance; Gen. Vicompte de Jean, Minister
War, ad interim.
PARIS August 7, 1870.
LONDON, Aug. THE position taken by Engla
in regard to Belgium is approved by Prussia.
PARIS, Aug. THE Presse, Of day, says that
the bourse yesterday several persons arreste
At o'clock shouts of "Abas, la Bourse!" were
| tered by parties exasperated at the dissemination
false reports whereupon an order given to clio
the bourse. The crowd became furious and broke
the ratings of the enclosure. force was brought
bear, when the building evacuated amid applau
| from the crowd on the place outside. A judicial
| vestigation is now going on.
La Liberte published the following at o'clock
day: The bourse was invaded by crowd madden
with Joy and enthusiasm. Instantaneously the windo
in all the streets near by were hung with flags
count off great victory announced to have been gain
the crowd to the bureau of the Commissary of Poll,
who said he had not received any official news A
moments after, pacard was put ont by the admin
| tration which announced that the corps of McMah
had occupied strong position, but has no mention
battle. Rentes are quoted at $780,
An official dispatch from Berlin Of the 9th V
London, says the French Emperor has withdrawn
entire line and is concentrating his troops for the
fence of Paris. His losses have been enormous 7
Prussans overlook the retreating French forces ca
on Saturday morning west of Saarbruck, near Spin
Hills. Every position, at which the French
deavored to make stand during their retreat, was
red by the Prussians at the point of the bayonet.
battle is known as that of Hagehan.
BERLIN, Aug. king William sends the follow
message to the Queen:
Good news! great victory has been won
our Fritz. God be praised for his mercy We C
tured 4, 900 prisoners, 30 guns, 20 standards and
metrailors Mcmahon, during the fight, was hea,