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The Daily Dispatch: June 19, 1861., [Electronic resource], Affair of term. (search)
or is confident of being able to ascertain the exact position of the rebels, the extent and character of their entrenchments, and the strength of their artillery. Their number he proposes to define by a count of their tents, allowing so many for each of them, according to their size. Professor Lowe is a truly scientific man, and his project is endorsed by Professor Henry and other distinguished savants. His enterprise will doubtlessly prove an entire success, and of great benefit to the operations of the army. Secretary Chase and General Mansfield take a special interest in the matter. His preliminary ascension will take place from the White House grounds. The survey of the enemy's position at Manassas Junction is proposed to be made from the camp of the Federal troops directly West of Alexandria. By a late improvement the Professor will be able to keep his balloons inflated, thereby rendering ærial surveys possible even at points where no gas can be readily obtained.
The Daily Dispatch: June 19, 1861., [Electronic resource], article 10 (search)
Naval engagement — gallant and daring Chase of a Federal Streamer --On Sunday evening, about seven o'clock, while the Confederate steamer Empire was engaged in reconnoitering the enemy's works at Newport News, Captain Parrish discovered the Federal steamer Cataline, some distance off and under head way for Old Point. Chase was immediately given, and when within a few miles of Hampton Creek, the Empire fired two shots, one of which is believed to have taken effect on the Cataline — and buChase was immediately given, and when within a few miles of Hampton Creek, the Empire fired two shots, one of which is believed to have taken effect on the Cataline — and but for the proximity of the Cumberland frigate, which promptly opened her battery to stop the chase, the Cataline would in all probability have fallen into our hands. Capt. Parrish and his officers deserve much praise for their daring conduct in this little affair, as do also several of the Richmond Greys, who were on board the Empire as a marine guard. It is hoped that Capt. Parrish may soon be better prepared for offensive operations, by Laving a larger and more effecttive steamer placed<