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St. Louis (Missouri, United States) (search for this): chapter 163
Doc. 154.-the riot at St. Louis, Mo., May 10, 1861. The camp of Gen. Frost, at Lindell's Grove, was a camp of instruction, intended to be continued for the term of six days, and which was formed in pursuance of orders from the governor of the State, who had directed the other militia districts also to go into encampments, with the view of acquiring a greater degree of proficiency in military drill. The encampment was commenced on the 4th instant. St. Louis, May 10. Unusual, and to some extent alarming, activity prevailed early yesterday morning at each rendezvous of the Home Guard, and in the vicinity of the Arsenal. The men recently provided with arms from the Arsenal, to the number of several thousands, were ordered, we understand, to be at their different posts at 12 o'clock, in readiness to march as they might be commanded. A report gained some currency that Gen. Harney was expected on the afternoon train, and that the troops were to cross the river to receive him, and
Missouri (Missouri, United States) (search for this): chapter 163
r: I am constantly in receipt of information that you contemplate an attack upon my camp, whilst I understand that you are impressed with the idea that an attack upon the Arsenal and United States troops is intended on the part of the militia of Missouri. I am greatly at a loss to know what could justify you in attacking citizens of the United States who are in the lawful performance of duties devolving upon them under the Constitution, in organizing and instructing the militia of the State in ng Camp Jackson, M. V. M. Capt. L. refused to receive the above communication. He forwarded Gen. Frost the following about the time, if we are not mistaken, of the surrounding of his camp: Headquarters, United States troops, St. Louis, (Mo.,) May 10, 1861. Gen. D. M. Frost, Commanding Camp Jackson: Sir: Your command is regarded as evidently hostile towards the Government of the United States. It is, for the most part, made up of those secessionists who have openly avowed their
United States (United States) (search for this): chapter 163
now what could justify you in attacking citizens of the United States who are in the lawful performance of duties devolving ufar as regards any hostility being intended towards the United States, or its property or representatives, by any portion of necessary, the whole power of the State to protect the United States in the full possession of all her property. Upon Gen. rded as evidently hostile towards the Government of the United States. It is, for the most part, made up of those secessiolled Southern Confederacy, which is now at war with the United States, and you are receiving at your camp, from the said Conff war, most of which is known to be the property of the United States. These extraordinary preparations plainly indicate nonoath said that they had already sworn allegiance to the United States and to defend the Government, and to repeat it now woul the prisoners left the grove and entered the road, the United States soldiers enclosing them by a single file stretched alon
Headquarters (Washington, United States) (search for this): chapter 163
e design of Capt. Lyon to attack his camp, but was not at first disposed to place credence in them. So rapidly did these rumors come to him, however, that yesterday morning he addressed Capt. L. a note of which the following is a copy: Headquarters, Camp Jackson, Missouri Militia, May 10, 1861. Captain N. Lyon, Commanding United States Troops in and about St. Louis Arsenal. Sir: I am constantly in receipt of information that you contemplate an attack upon my camp, whilst I understand nt servant, Brig. Gen. D. M. Frost, Commanding Camp Jackson, M. V. M. Capt. L. refused to receive the above communication. He forwarded Gen. Frost the following about the time, if we are not mistaken, of the surrounding of his camp: Headquarters, United States troops, St. Louis, (Mo.,) May 10, 1861. Gen. D. M. Frost, Commanding Camp Jackson: Sir: Your command is regarded as evidently hostile towards the Government of the United States. It is, for the most part, made up of those
J. R. Barret (search for this): chapter 163
streets and avenues were thronged with citizens in the highest state of excitement, and loud huzzas and occasional shots were heard in various localities. Thousands upon thousands of restless human beings could be seen from almost every point on Fourth street, all in search of the latest news. Imprecations, loud and long, were hurled into the darkening air, and the most unanimous resentment was expressed on all sides at the manner of firing into the harmless crowds near Camp Jackson. Hon. J. R. Barret, Major Uriel Wright, and other speakers addressed a large and intensely excited crowd in front of the Planters' House, and other well-known citizens were similarly engaged at various other points in the city. All the drinking saloons, restaurants, and other public resorts of similar character were closed by their proprietors, almost simultaneously, at dark; and the windows of private dwellings were fastened in fear of a general riot. Theatres and other public places of amusement were
H. E. Dimick (search for this): chapter 163
usement were entirely out of the question, and nobody went near them. Matters of graver import were occupying the minds of the citizens, and every thing but the present excitement was banished from their thoughts. Crowds of men rushed through the principal thoroughfares, bearing banners and devices suitable to their several fancies, and by turns cheering and groaning. Some were armed and others were not armed, and all seemed anxious to be at work. A charge was made on the gun-store of H. E. Dimick, on Main street, the door was broken open, and the crowd secured fifteen or twenty guns before a sufficient number of police could be collected to arrest the proceedings. Chief McDonough marched down with about twenty policemen, armed with muskets, and succeeded in dispersing the mob and protecting the premises from further molestations. Squads of armed policemen were stationed at several of the most public corners, and the offices of the Missouri Democrat and Anzeiger des Westens were
Henry Boernstein (search for this): chapter 163
, who were unable to be moved, were suitably cared for on the grounds. The total number killed and injured was about twenty-five. It was reported that the Arsenal troops were attacked with stones, and a couple of shots discharged at them by the crowd before they fired. The most of the people exposed to the fire of the soldiers were citizens with their wives and children, who were merely spectators, and took no part in any demonstration whatever. The firing was said to have been done by Boernstein's company, and at the command of an officer. The United States troops are now in possession of Camp Jackson, with all the equipage, tents, provisions, &c. The prisoners of war are, we believe, at the Arsenal. It is almost impossible to describe the intense exhibition of feeling which was manifested in the city. All the most frequented streets and avenues were thronged with citizens in the highest state of excitement, and loud huzzas and occasional shots were heard in various localitie
F. E. Bell (search for this): chapter 163
know from you personally whether there is any truth in the statements that are constantly poured into my ears. So far as regards any hostility being intended towards the United States, or its property or representatives, by any portion of my command, or, as far as I can learn, (and I think I am fully informed,) of any other part of the State forces, I can say positively that the idea has never been entertained. On the contrary, prior to your taking command of the Arsenal, I proffered to Major Bell, then in command of the very few troops constituting its guard, the service of myself and all my command, and, if necessary, the whole power of the State to protect the United States in the full possession of all her property. Upon Gen. Harney's taking command of this department, I made the same proffer of services to him, and authorized his Adjutant-General, Capt. Williams, to communicate the fact that such had been done to the War Department. I have had no occasion since to change any
D. M. Frost (search for this): chapter 163
Doc. 154.-the riot at St. Louis, Mo., May 10, 1861. The camp of Gen. Frost, at Lindell's Grove, was a camp of instruction, intended to be continued for the termtioning themselves with the throng, but as they thought out of harm's way. Gen. Frost, commanding Camp Jackson, received the intelligence of the advance of the Ars the foregoing. I am, sir, very respectfully, your obedient servant, Brig. Gen. D. M. Frost, Commanding Camp Jackson, M. V. M. Capt. L. refused to receive the above communication. He forwarded Gen. Frost the following about the time, if we are not mistaken, of the surrounding of his camp: Headquarters, United States troops, St. Louis, (Mo.,) May 10, 1861. Gen. D. M. Frost, Commanding Camp Jackson: Sir: Your command is regarded as evidently hostile towards the Government of theInfantry, Commanding Troops. Immediately on the receipt of the foregoing, Gen. Frost called a hasty consultation of the officers of his staff. The conclusion arr
N. Lyon (search for this): chapter 163
According to our best information, there were probably not less than seven thousand men under Capt. Lyon, (commanding the United States troops at this post,) with about twenty pieces of artillery. with equanimity, but with some astonishment. Hie had heard reports that it was the design of Capt. Lyon to attack his camp, but was not at first disposed to place credence in them. So rapidly did t the following is a copy: Headquarters, Camp Jackson, Missouri Militia, May 10, 1861. Captain N. Lyon, Commanding United States Troops in and about St. Louis Arsenal. Sir: I am constantly inso, will be allowed for your compliance therewith. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, N. Lyon, Captain, 2d Infantry, Commanding Troops. Immediately on the receipt of the foregoing, Gen.umerically superior, and that only one course could be pursued — a surrender. The demand of Capt. Lyon was accordingly agreed to. The State troops were therefore made prisoners of war, but an offer
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