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s of persons have collected at the depot, awaiting the arrival of each train from the South. The news of the occupation of Alexandria by the Lincoln troops, has produced a profound sensation in this city; and the patriotism displayed by Captain Jackson in defence of his flag is the subject of universal commendation. The invaders of our soil will meet with many such heroes as Jackson to obstruct their march and repel their intrusions. The Allstadt Greys, Captain E. H. Flournoy, from sJackson to obstruct their march and repel their intrusions. The Allstadt Greys, Captain E. H. Flournoy, from some point near your city, passed through here to Norfolk this morning, in obedience to orders. The Alabama Rangers, Captain Royston, from Perry county, Ala. arrived here yesterday afternoon, and encamped at the Fair Grounds last night. They left for Richmond this morning. I learn that private Atkinson, of one of the Smithfield (Isle of Wight) volunteer companies, accidentally shot himself in that county on Thursday night last, and died from the effects of the wound on Friday morning.
ed away just in time to escape. Regarding the shooting of Ellsworth, by Mr. Jackson, two statements are made.--One is that Ellsworth had taken down the flag and was passing through Mr. Jackson's room with the flag wound around him. Mr. Jackson who was in bed, demanded the cause of the intrusion, and Ellsworth cursed him; whMr. Jackson who was in bed, demanded the cause of the intrusion, and Ellsworth cursed him; whereupon Jackson shot him down with a double-barrel gun. The Zouaves then rushed in and murdered Mr. Jackson. Another account states that Jackson shot Ellsworth downJackson shot him down with a double-barrel gun. The Zouaves then rushed in and murdered Mr. Jackson. Another account states that Jackson shot Ellsworth down with a pistol, as he entered the house. Our informants, however, are satisfied that Ellsworth was killed. The railroad track in the vicinity of Alexandria is sMr. Jackson. Another account states that Jackson shot Ellsworth down with a pistol, as he entered the house. Our informants, however, are satisfied that Ellsworth was killed. The railroad track in the vicinity of Alexandria is said to have been torn up by the New York Zouaves. The Railroad Bridge has been burnt by the Virginians. All who could leave Alexandria by the train did so, Jackson shot Ellsworth down with a pistol, as he entered the house. Our informants, however, are satisfied that Ellsworth was killed. The railroad track in the vicinity of Alexandria is said to have been torn up by the New York Zouaves. The Railroad Bridge has been burnt by the Virginians. All who could leave Alexandria by the train did so, and others were leaving at last accounts. The capture of Capt. Ball's command could have been easily prevented. The captain had an hour's notice of the occupati
Still later. The Killing of Ellsworth by Jackson — Heroism of Virginia Women. A gentleman who arrived in Richmond last evening, re the flag. Coming down with the flag wrapped around him, he met Mr. Jackson, when Ellsworth remarked, "Here, I have got a prize." Jackson reJackson replied "Yes, and here is another prize." --at the same time levelling his double barrel shot-gun, and shooting Ellsworth dead on the spot. Jackson was speedily murdered by the Zouaves. The shot that killed him pierced his brain. Mrs. Jackson and her sister, as we are infoMrs. Jackson and her sister, as we are informed, took possession of the flag, drew revolvers, and defied the Zouaves, who endeavored to take it from them. The ladies tore the flag into this affair, we may publish the following copy of a card, which Mr. Jackson had circulated to advertise his business. It shows the spirit of the man: Marshall House. James W. Jackson, Proprietor. Corner King and Pitt Streets, Alexandria, Virginia. Virginia is
rsey regiment hold Alexandria, while Arlington Heights are occupied by several other regiments. The entrance into Alexandria was attended by an event which has cast the deepest gloom over this community. Col. Ellsworth, who had hauled down the secession flag from the Marshall House, was soon after shot by a concealed foe. His dead body has been brought over to the Navy-Yard. The accounts from Alexandria are somewhat confused; but there is no doubt of the fact that a man named Jackson, who shot Col. Ellsworth, was instantly put to death; some say by both bullets and the bayonet. When the Federal troops reached Alexandria, the Virginia troops fired at them and fled. Visitors to that city say that the scenes were intensely exciting. The United States vessels were in the meantime before Alexandria. It seems to be true that a body of Federal troops has advanced to Fairfax Court-House to take possession of the junction of the Orange and the Alexandria and the Manp