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Robert Underwood Johnson, Clarence Clough Buell, Battles and Leaders of the Civil War. Volume 4., chapter 4.27 (search)
and repair to Petersburg, where all my available forces were being concentrated, with a view to cooperate with General Ransom for the defense of the capital. But, rapid as were the movements of our troops, withdrawn from North Carolina and other points, their celerity failed to satisfy or reassure the War Department, whose trepidation grew hourly more intense, and whose orders, telegrams, and suggestions became as harassing as they were numerous. The incursion of the enemy's cavalry at Jarratt's, and the burning of Stony Creek bridge, prevented me from reaching Petersburg before the 10th of May. Hoke also arrived on that day, and was placed by me at the head of our advancing column, consisting of six brigades of infantry and eight batteries of artillery, and began an immediate march toward Drewry's Bluff, with orders to form there, or thereabout, as early a junction as practicable with Ransom's forces. As other troops were still coming in from Weldon and elsewhere, whose orga
Southern Historical Society Papers, Volume 7. (ed. Reverend J. William Jones), Engagement at Sappony church-report of General Wade Hampton. (search)
hat a force of infantry and artillery be placed at Reams' station, as the enemy would have to cross the railroad there — Jarratt's or Hicksford. The scouts having reported what road the enemy were marching on, I notified General Lee of their positioad. The note went on say that General Lee thought the enemy after crossing the river will try to cross the railroad at Jarratt's depot, and he wished all the available force sent to that point to intercept their march until he gets up. I immediately moved my command in the direction of Jarratt's depot, but when I got within five miles of that place some of my scouts, who had been sent on, reported that the enemy had passed there at daylight. I then advanced to intercept them on the road len between the forces at Reams' and my own, there would have been no difficulty in cutting off the party which escaped by Jarratt's. In the fight at Sappony church and during the following days, the enemy lost quite heavily in killed and wounded. We
. Weldon, N. C., May 8th, 1864. Genl. Braxton Bragg, Comdg. C. S. Armies, Richmond, Va.: Despatch of 4 o'clock just received. I should have started to-day for Petersburg; but, burning of Stony Creek Bridge and movements of enemy's cavalry at Jarratt's requiring new orders and arrangements, have delayed my departure until morning, when I shall run through and assume command, as desired. Two of Hoke's brigades have passed here to-day, and been forwarded; he himself will arrive to-night, and ceived at 10.30 A. M. Orders had been given before destruction of bridge at Stony Creek to have necessary timbers prepared for all bridges between here and Petersburg. After destroying Stony Bridge enemy's cavalry engaged guards at Nottoway and Jarratt's, but were repulsed. All troops are being hurried forward as rapidly as possible. I hope to leave to-day for Petersburg, where prompt and energetic measures will be adopted as soon as practicable. G. T. Beauregard. Telegram. Petersburg,
Southern Historical Society Papers, Volume 18. (ed. Reverend J. William Jones), chapter 33 (search)
ay afternoon (Monday) we camped about a mile from Dinwiddie Court House, and to-day we reached our old camp again. Our division did not encounter any of the enemy, as we were in rear. Mahone's division struck the railroad about six miles below Jarratt's and four miles above Bellfield, while we, with Heth's in front, made for Jarratt's. The enemy had torn up the road and were beating a hasty retreat, leaving their cavalry to protect their rear. Only a few shots were exchanged, when they took Jarratt's. The enemy had torn up the road and were beating a hasty retreat, leaving their cavalry to protect their rear. Only a few shots were exchanged, when they took the back track, and as their infantry had so much the start it was deemed useless to pursue. The movement was a terrible one upon our troops and transportation. The freeze was fortunate as regards the latter—otherwise we would hardly have been able to get the artillery and wagons back, as the roads had been badly cut up in our advance—in some places the wheels sinking below the hubs in mud. The rapid marching done by my brigade was wonderful—particularly the first night and day—when the cond
Southern Historical Society Papers, Volume 22. (ed. Reverend J. William Jones), chapter 1.24 (search)
6th Missouri Regiment. Jackson, Richard E., Assistant Surgeon, appointed by Secretary of War to rank from June 30, ‘62. Dec. 31, Academy Hospital Chattanooga, April 7th ordered to Tunnell Hill, Sept. 30, ‘63, Hindman's Division Hospital. Passed Board at Columbus, Miss., June 30, ‘62. Nov. 30, ‘63, 9th Mississippi. Jackson, Lafayette F., Assistant Surgeon, appointed by Secretary of War to rank from July 23, ‘63. Dec. 31, ‘62, 25th Tennessee. Oct. 31, ‘63, 25th and 44th Tennessee. Jarratt, A. L., Assistant Surgeon, appointed by Secretary of War Sept. 26, ‘62, to rank from July 24, ‘62, to report to Gen. Bragg. Passed Board at Tupelo, July 24, ‘62. Feb. 1, ‘63, ordered to report to Lumden's Battery, April 31, ‘63, Reserve Artillery, Oct. 14, ‘63, relieved with Reserve Artillery and ordered to report to Gen. Cheatham comm'd Polk's Corps, Oct. 31, ‘63, 1st Confed. Ga. April 30, ‘64, 8th Mississippi. Jackson, John Davis, Surgeon, appointed by Secretar
urg, April 27, 1861. Three companies of the Second Regiment of South Carolina Volunteers, Col. Kershaw's Regiment, arrived in this city at 9 o'clock this morning, and were welcomed by a large assemblage of ladies and gentlemen. Had the hour of their arrival been generally known, the vast square in front of Jarratt's Hotel would have been inadequate to accommodate them. As it was, the reception they met with was undoubtedly most gratifying to the several corps. After breakfasting at Jarratt's, they were escorted to the Richmond Depot by the Home Guard, the streets through which they passed being liberally overhung with flags of various descriptions and devices. At the corner of Bank and Sycamore streets the companies were halted, and gave three rousing and enthusiastic cheers for a beautiful Palmetto flag that was hung over the street in honor of South Carolina and her brave troops. From every window, door and balcony on their route, they were greeted by the waving of handke
Petersburg, May 22d, 1861. The 1st Regiment of North Carolina volunteers, which reached here late last evening, on their way to Richmond, met with a grand reception at the depot. Thousands awaited their arrival; the ladies, as usual, turning out in great numbers. They were provided with supper at the bountiful tables of Messrs. Jarratt's Hotel; and as they marched through the streets numberless rockets were fired off in the way of feu du jaie. The 2d Regiment of troops from the same State are now encamped at Weldon, and under marching orders for Virginia. They are expected every day, and will be honored with as glorious a reception as their predecessors. There are also various companies, one from Wilmington, and several from other places in the South, which will pass through here during the week — all for Richmond. It is understood that Gen. Beauregard will arrive here to-morrow, but what will be his subsequent movements is not known. It is hoped his stay wil
In earnest. --The Sumter (Ga.) Republican, in noticing the action of planters to substitute grain for the cotton crop as the best war policy, states that Dr. Jarratt has instructed the overseer of his plantation, in Stimter county, not to plant any cotton whatever, but to plant 1,200 acres in corn, potatoes, &c., to aid in supplying provisions for the South during the war. This is the spirit which will soon "conquer a peace," and lift the blockade.
On the Wing. --The Petersburg Express notices the arrival of the note signers from Richmond the day before, and says: The ladies filled three coaches, and were conveyed immediately from the depot in Pocahontas to the Southern depot, where they attracted much attention until the train left for the South. A good many of them found friends and acquaintances in waiting for them, who entertained them during the several hours of their stay in front of Jarratt's hotel.
Rejoicing in Petersburg. Petersburg, May 17. --The enemy have gone from our front to his entrenchments at Bermuda Hundreds. The turnpike to Richmond is now open. Kants's raiders are eight miles this side of Jarratt's. There is general rejoicing here over Lee's victories.