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The Daily Dispatch: December 31, 1861., [Electronic resource], Letter from W. G. Brownlow — his Treatment. (search)
t impression prevailed at Richmond and the authorities acted upon that, from the information they had, he could not do otherwise than enter a nolle prosequi. Judge Reynolds, having heard the letter of the Secretary of War, remarked that, under the circumstances, he could not hesitate as to the discharge of Brownlow, and so ordered. The indignation at his discharge. The Knoxville Register adds: The indignation of the soldiers here, upon hearing of his release, we understand to have been intense. What may follow we cannot conjecture, though we presume the military authorities will see that he is protected and transported beyond our lines, where he will be able to co-operate with Johnson and Maynard. Whether Brownlow was well enough to leave the jail last night, or what has become of him, we have not learned, though we understand it was the intention of the commander of the post here to hold him under arrest, with a view to his safe conduct beyond our lines.
The Daily Dispatch: January 1, 1862., [Electronic resource], The Burning of the Cathedral. (search)
A New invention. --We were shown yesterday a new rule, the invention of a young Virginia from Charlotte county, which, judging from a usual inspection, will prove a formidable upon in safe hands. It is breech loading and in general appearance very much resembles Maynard's, but in detail is entirely similar from any of that class of rifles now in use. The cartridge is made in a brass tube or cylinder closely fitting the bore, which connects with the nipple by a small aperture. The breech plate is set in a brick lever, which raises it from the barrel, and shuts over the hammer when the cartridge is placed in position. The lever also press out the old cylinder after its contents he been discharged. The cylinders are uni red by the explosion, and can be used or and over again for any number of shot. The advantages of the patent are several. It can be loaded manually and quickly than the ordinary breech raiding rifle; the barrel is completely protected by the tube to preven
The Daily Dispatch: January 9, 1862., [Electronic resource], From Norfolk. (search)
mphis Avalanche publishes a very interesting letter from East Tennessee, from which we make the following extract: The rebellion here is only suppressed, it is not completely crushed. The smouldering fires kindled by Brownlow, Johnson and Maynard, may burst forth at any time. The moment the troops are withdrawn, the flames of the revolution will be re-kindled, in every valley and on every mountain-side — in the gorges of the Cumberland mountains, in the secluded valleys, beside the bright and sparkling streams that come leaping down lofty crage and precipices, dwells the huntsman of East Tennessee. He has never read a newspaper besides Brownlow's. He has never heard a speech except from Johnson, Maynard, Taylor, Neison, or Brownlow. He has been told by his newspaper to read nothing, to listen to nothing but the productions of the Unionista. It is to be regretted that there is no possible means of giving correct information to this people. Nothing is wanting to make th
The Daily Dispatch: January 10, 1862., [Electronic resource], Reminiscences of Fort Warren. (search)
bought to be executed. This reply of Brownlow is now published without date, and he is thus misrepresented. While I am satisfied of all-of this, yet if there were a reasonable pretext for returning this dangerous man in the Southern States after his agreement with the Secretary of War, I would urge his retention on parole or otherwise in the Southern Confederacy. He has more indomitable pluck, more of fireless energy, more daring, and more friends in East Tennessee than both Johnson and Maynard. Nelson is the greatest man in East Tennessee. He is the greatest and one of the best. His word, is his bond. He has promised to be silent, and if not a supporter of our Government, he will be guilty of no act openly or otherwise hostile to the Confederate States. He was in this city a few days ago, but it was not my fortune to meet him.--I shall not soon forget my last interview with T. A. R. Nelson. During the discussion of the Force Bill, enacted by the Federal Congress of last
The Daily Dispatch: February 6, 1862., [Electronic resource], Southern intelligence. (search)
ties of skirmishers. They seem to be deterred by a well founded dread of a flank movement by our forces. Southern arms. The Fayetteville (N. C.) Armory is turning out some highly finished fire-arms at this time. The Observer notices a splendid rifle lately manufactured at these works.--It is much the same, in general appearance, as the U. S. rifle for some years past; made at Harper's Ferry, and at Spring field, Mass.; but for certain improvements, in the matter of sword-bayonet, Maynard primer, and perfection of finish in all parts, it must be pronounced very far superior. The back-sights are set for 300 and 400 yards. Gen. Geo. B. Crittenden. The New Orleans Bulletin says: We have not given circulation to the story about the alleged treachery of Gen. George B. Crittenden, for the reason that we doubted its truth. If he had not been in favor of the South in this struggle for independence, would he have separated from his father and his brother and joined h
The Daily Dispatch: February 12, 1862., [Electronic resource], War Matters. (search)
red condition of the interior counties of East Tennessee is not improved by the lapse of time. The people apprehend an immediate advance of the Northmen, and traitors to the South evince their joy in every village and neighborhood. Johnson and Maynard have advised their friends that they would soon return to their homes, and that the "grasp of secessionism should he relaxed." The scouts of the enemy have penetrated, so dame rumor tells us, to Jamestown, within fifty miles of Knoxville. Many strong at Beech Grove, the scene of the late defeat. The Unionists are making demonstration in many of the northern counties, and even here there were exhibitions of joy on the arrival of the news from Beech Grove. Armed bands of Johnson's and Maynard's followers are prowling about in all directions through the mountains. In remote counties many have been shot at night in their own houses, who adhered to the fortunes of the South.--Men stand as sentinels by turn at every house, and the farme
The Daily Dispatch: April 25, 1862., [Electronic resource], From the South. (search)
ppeal relates the following instance of bravery: Among the most daring and heroic exploits performed at the battle of Shiloh, is that narrated of our friend Chris. Steinkhul, of Capt. McDonald's company, long and familiarly known to this community as the keeper of the bar at the Worsham House. In a single charge of Col. Forrest's regiment on Tuesday, after Monday's fight, he caused six of the enemy to bite the dust, besides inflicting serious wounds upon others. He first brought his Maynard rifle to bear with effect, then drawing his six shooter and charging up in the very face of the enemy, he made every shot tell with fatal effect. After this he drew his sabre, and dashing into their very midst he cut and slashed until the enemy surrendered or beat a hasty retreat. These facts were first narrated to us by Chris. himself, and were afterwards testified to by Captain McDonald, Mr. Barbour, and other members of his company, who witnessed, admired, and applauded the deed.-
The Daily Dispatch: may 29, 1862., [Electronic resource], House of Representatives. (search)
e made free by this act, and shall receive a just compensation for their claim to the service of such slaves. He further said, he did not believe that any slaveholder in this country was a loyal man. Mr. Wichliffe.--I denounce this as false. The Speaker.--The gentleman will please take his seat. Mr. Wickliffe, --I will. Mr. Sedgwick resumed, and explained that he meant by slaveholders those who believed it was right, and ought to be protected by the Constitution. Mr. Maynard, of Tenn,, could not give his consent to any of the bills presented by the committee. He very much doubted the power to pass confiscation or emancipation bills. --But he thought something ought to be done to protect the loyal men. Mr. Blair, of Mo., did not know whether or not be should vote for this present measure, but he believed that Congress had the power to pass confiscation bills, and it was the duty of Congress to do it. Pending the Consideration of the subject the Hous
The Daily Dispatch: June 3, 1862., [Electronic resource], House of Representatives. (search)
cting as Governor of a State, member of Convention or Legislature, Judge, or any person hereafter holding any office or agency under the so-called Confederate States. The amendment was adopted--130 against 50. The House next voted on Mr. Maynard's substitute, which proposed to punish all persons in any way aiding or abetting the rebellion by fine and imprisonment, and empowering the President, whenever in his opinion the public safety may require it, to grant an amnesty to any or to aexcepting only such as having held offices of honor or profit under the government of the United States have at any time engaged in the rebellion against its authority, and while so engaged have borne any office, civil, military or naval. Mr. Maynard's substitute was rejected--140 to 9. The substitute of Mr. Morrill, of Vermont, was next voted on. It declares all the estate, and property, money, stock effects, and credit of persons acting as officers in any capacity under the so-calle
The Daily Dispatch: November 29, 1862., [Electronic resource], From Fredericksburg. (search)
of the necessities for active operations, regardless of wind or weather. The Herald says the late rains have extended to Fredericksburg, and may have the effect of somewhat retarding the advance of Burnside, but it will also delay the movements of the rebel grand army, and will secure the Upper Potomac to Cumberland by rendering it impassable to rebel infantry or cavalry for weeks to come. The Washington Star says the great deficiency of railroad material in Virginia may delay Burnside a week, perhaps a fortnight. A temporary dock, 200 feet in length, has been constructed at Aquia Creek, and commissary and quartermaster's stores for the entire army landed. Brownlow and Maynard were serenaded at Nashville on the 20th. The Cumberland is rising slowly, but is still very low. George W. Morgan is again enroute for Cumberland Gap. It is reported he will march by the most practicable route to Knoxville. Gold in New York on the 21st, 135½. Exchange 145.
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