Statistics for occurrence #1 of “Capt. Murdock” in article 4 of The Daily Dispatch: March 16, 1863., [Electronic resource]:
...the provisions they require and a large Mexican force in their pay.
New Orleans Gates to to the 1st report no Union or rebel movements in the army or Navy or other news of any importance.
Capt. Murdock arrived at Fortress Monroe on the 9th, and reports all quiet in General Foster's department.
General Kelley is still in command at Winchester, under Gen. Schenck, with a full force.
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