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D. R. Williams (search for this): article 23
ajor. Cairo, Jan. 8. --Flag Officer Foote, with the gun-boats Essex, Lexington, and Tyler, made a reconnaissance down the Mississippi yesterday morning. He went within 200 yards of the range of the rebel batteries. On his return, he was fired at by the rebel gun-boat Mohawk, to which he replied, but the shots all fell short. The flag officer is highly satisfied with the reconnaissance, and has examined all points on the river as near as two miles to Columbus. A despatch from Cape Girardeau yesterday, says that a detachment of the Seventh Illinois Cavalry, while scouting, had captured Major Williams, of Jeff. Thompson's band. The Surveyor of the port of Metropolis has seized a large quantity of gold face, morphine, and other costly drugs, intended for the rebels. The goods were from Cincinnati. The English war vessel which arrived at Annapolis, Md., on the 6th inst, is still anchored off the harbor. As yet none of the officers or crew have gone ashore.
Vallandigham (search for this): article 23
s with regard to engagements between our troops and their's. In the House of Representatives, on the 7th inst., Mr. Vallandigham made a stirring speech on the settlement of the Trent affair. In a caucus meeting of the members of the Legislaor the year ending the 30th June, 1863, and additional appropriations for the year ending the 30th June, 1862. Mr. Vallandigham proposed the further consideration of the surrender of Mason and Slidell. Mr. Vallandigham replied to the chargMr. Vallandigham replied to the charge made by his colleague. Washington, Jan. 8.-- Senate.--Mr. Powell presented the resolutions of the Legislature of Kentucky, asking that Senators procure the repeal of the law allowing Judges of U. S. Courts to hold terms of the Court at Covingtpapers and dispatches sent or proposed to be sent; and that, if necessary, the Committee employ a stenographer. Mr. Vallandigham's resolution was adopted, requesting the Secretary of the Treasury to furnish the sum total of the floating debt of
Upton (search for this): article 23
as to the telegraphic censorship of the press, which subject has been referred to the Committee, and compel the production of papers and dispatches sent or proposed to be sent; and that, if necessary, the Committee employ a stenographer. Mr. Vallandigham's resolution was adopted, requesting the Secretary of the Treasury to furnish the sum total of the floating debt of the United States, giving as ar as practicable, the heads under which the said debt may be arranged. On motion of Mr. Upton, it was resolved that the committee of Ways and Means be instructed to consider the expediency of reporting a bill, at their earliest convenience, amending the eighth section of the act of August last, so as to provide for raising $100,000,000 instead of $20,000,000 by taxation, and that in this condition they consider the expediency of telegraph and stamp duties, and excise duties upon cotton, tobacco, and all malt, and distilled liquors. On motion of Mr. Cox, it was resolved that th
Trumbull (search for this): article 23
s is the prevailing opinion at the North, and that the people of that section are quite confident that the Burnside Expedition will be the most important in its results of any that has yet been sent out. Congressional proceedings. Washington, Jan. 7. --Senate.--On motion of Mr. Sherman, the bill to increase the number of Cadets at West Point was taken up, the question being on the amendment that cadets be dismissed if found deficient in their studies. It was disagreed. Mr. Trumbull opposed the passage of the bill. He believed it was owing to West Point that the war languished as it has. If West Point was abolished, military tactics would be taught all over the country. He was opposed to increasing the number of cadets, especially at this time. Mr. Clark said he should not vote for the bill now, but he could not join in the tirade against West Point. Treason had been taught more in the Senate of the United States than in the school at West Point. After c
Jefferson Thompson (search for this): article 23
ajor. Cairo, Jan. 8. --Flag Officer Foote, with the gun-boats Essex, Lexington, and Tyler, made a reconnaissance down the Mississippi yesterday morning. He went within 200 yards of the range of the rebel batteries. On his return, he was fired at by the rebel gun-boat Mohawk, to which he replied, but the shots all fell short. The flag officer is highly satisfied with the reconnaissance, and has examined all points on the river as near as two miles to Columbus. A despatch from Cape Girardeau yesterday, says that a detachment of the Seventh Illinois Cavalry, while scouting, had captured Major Williams, of Jeff. Thompson's band. The Surveyor of the port of Metropolis has seized a large quantity of gold face, morphine, and other costly drugs, intended for the rebels. The goods were from Cincinnati. The English war vessel which arrived at Annapolis, Md., on the 6th inst, is still anchored off the harbor. As yet none of the officers or crew have gone ashore.
George L. Thomas (search for this): article 23
The New York World says: It is now well understood, from the movements of the rebels, that they were aware of the destination of General Burnside's fleet. The story goes that it was talked of in the family of the official alluded to, (General Thomas), and by the daughter communicated to her lover, who is affiliated with the rebels. The destination of the Burnside expedition has been changed because of the knowledge the rebels acquired of the point at which it was aimed. The young lady ble discussion, the question was then taken on the passage of the bill, and resulted — yeas 12, nays 25; no the bill was rejected. House.--A message was received from the President, with the documents in reference to the Trent affair. Mr. Thomas, of Massachusetts argued to show the justification of the captured of Mason and Slidell. England aid us a grievous wrong in making the demand, which was unjust She has done that which has implanted in the American breast a sense of wrong whic
Thayer (search for this): article 23
s that nothing but the presence of the Federal troops will save the towns of Lexington and Warrensburg from being burned. The movements of Col. Jennison are kept secret, but enough is known to warrant the opinion that certain notorious rebels in Johnson county and their dupes will be bagged. A Government train of about twenty wagons and seventy-five men is reported to have been captured about five miles northeast of Georgetown by a party of rebels. The intelligence was conveyed to Col. Thayer, of the First Nebraska regiment, at Georgetown, who promptly dispatched a party in pursuit. St. Louis, Jan. 7.--In consequence of disproportionate assessment having been made on the Secessionists of this city, under order No. 24, Gen. Halleck has appointed a new Board of Assessors to revise the old list, and make such changes as they may deem proper. All other proceedings will be in accordance with the original order, and the Board are enjoined to assess no individual unjustly, as t
Cairo, Ill. (Illinois, United States) (search for this): article 23
rs came to his rescue with clubs of wood, while the engineer threatened to decapitate the mutineers with his axe. At one time, four or five of the volunteers had hold of the conductor at once, but he being a powerful man, and armed with the seized bayonet. was able to defend himself. The excitement on board was, of course, very great, but order was finally restored by all, save one, paying their fare. This one was put off the cars, and the train proceeded on to Hartford. Latest from Cairo — Federal reconnaissance--Mature of a Confederate Major. Cairo, Jan. 8. --Flag Officer Foote, with the gun-boats Essex, Lexington, and Tyler, made a reconnaissance down the Mississippi yesterday morning. He went within 200 yards of the range of the rebel batteries. On his return, he was fired at by the rebel gun-boat Mohawk, to which he replied, but the shots all fell short. The flag officer is highly satisfied with the reconnaissance, and has examined all points on the river
Jackson (Mississippi, United States) (search for this): article 23
and on his arrival it was thought that active operations would be resumed. Gen. Kelley is at Cumberland, and is still very low from the effects of his wound. He has never quite recovered since he was struck down at Philippi. From the upper Potomac. Frederick, Jan. 8. --There is no new movement here or up the river. It is believed that Jackson has been joined by Generals Anderson and Loring's Brigades, and gone to attack Gen. Kelly. All eyes are now turned towards Romney. Jackson's rebel force probably exceeds ten thousand men. Gen. Hamilton, of the Second Brigade, is recovering from a severe billions attack. Last night was the coldest of the season here, but the troops are all comfortable, and make no complaints of hardships. A report is current at Wheeling, that the enemy's forces were in full retreat from Hancock. Gen. Shields and Senator M'Dougall--a Duel on the Tapis. A card was recently published in the Northern journals from General Sh
Covington (Kentucky, United States) (search for this): article 23
for the year ending the 30th June, 1863, and additional appropriations for the year ending the 30th June, 1862. Mr. Vallandigham proposed the further consideration of the surrender of Mason and Slidell. Mr. Vallandigham replied to the charge made by his colleague. Washington, Jan. 8.-- Senate.--Mr. Powell presented the resolutions of the Legislature of Kentucky, asking that Senators procure the repeal of the law allowing Judges of U. S. Courts to hold terms of the Court at Covington, Paducah, and Louisville. Referred. Mr. Powell also presented the resolutions of the Legislature of Kentucky, favoring the construction of a railroad connecting Kentucky with East Tennessee, and thus making a connection with the loyal men in East Tennessee and Western North Carolina. Referred. House.--Mr. Colfax, from the Committee on Post Offices and Post Roads, reported a bill, which was passed, extending the provisions of the law of July last, which authorizes soldiers to send l
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