Spaniards, and English, and the writer expresses the opinion that she will finally turn pirate against all commerce.-(Doc. 119.)

privates were indeed a sorrowful-looking set, but seemed in quite good humor; and many of them carried along on their shoulders their chairs, chess boards, and other similar con

October 31.—A skirmish occurred at Morgantown on Green River, Ky., between a Unionveniences, which they had extemporized durforce under Colonel McHenry and a party of ing their stay at Castle Pinckney.-Charleston rebels belonging to Buckner's camp, in which Mercury, Nov. 2.

the latter were driven across the river with some loss. The camp occupied by the Indiana regiments, on the farm of Jesse D. Bright at Jeffersonville, is called Camp Jo Wright, in honor of ex-Governor Wright.-Cincinnati Gazette, Nov. 8.

-THE Tenth regiment of Connecticut Volunteers, commanded by Colonel Charles H. Russell, passed through New York.

-LIEUTENANT-COLONEL MORSE, with four hundred cavalry, surprised a rebel camp, eight hundred strong, near Renick, Randolph County, Mo., and drove out the rebels in complete rout.

-SOME Scouts from the Second Kentucky regiment, under Captain Wheeler, reported to Gen. Rosecrans, the rebels in considerable force on the west side of New River, some few miles above Gauley Bridge, in Virginia.

-THE Twenty-fifth regiment of Massachusetts Volunteers left Camp Lincoln, at Worces--(Doc. 123.) ter, for the seat of war. The regiment is commanded by Colonel Edwin Upton, of Fitchburg, and numbers one thousand and thirty men, well equipped, and armed with the Enfield rifle.-All the rebel prisoners in Fort Lafayette, New York harbor, were removed to Fort Warren, near Boston.

November 1.-Lieutenant-General Winfield

Shortly after Captain Wheeler's return, two batteries were opened upon the National troops in the vicinity of Gauley Bridge from the hills on the opposite side of the river-one directly

opposite the bridge, and the other two miles lower down, at the falls of the Kanawha, opposite a large brick house in which commissary's supplies were stored. These batteries played away nearly all day, the commissary's quarters affording them a fine mark; but so bad was their firing, they did not strike the building once! In almost every instance their balls and shell fell short. The upper battery, after wast

Scott, in a letter to the Secretary of War, dated October 31, having requested that his name might "be placed on the list of Army Officers retired from active service," a special Cabinet Council was convened, and decided that Gen. Scott's request, in view of his advanced age and infirmities, could not be refused; and his name was accordingly so placed, "without reduction in his current pay, subsistence, or allowances." Major-General George B. McClellan was there-ing a good deal of ammunition, succeeded in upon appointed Commander-in-Chief of the Armies of the United States, to succeed Gen. Scott, and assumed the position in a general order, in which he expresses his regret "that the weight of many years, and the effect of increasing infirmities, contracted and intensified in his country's service, should just now remove from our head the great soldier of our nation." —(Doc. 122.)

-COLONEL MULLIGAN, made prisoner by the rebels at the capture of Lexington, was exchanged.-St. Louis Democrat, Nov. 3.

-THE Federal prisoners at Charleston were removed from Castle Pinckney. Along the whole line of march, the streets were thronged with a motley crowd of people, juveniles, and darkies. Great eagerness was expressed to see the officers, especially Colonel Corcoran, late of the New York Sixty-ninth regiment. The

driving the Eleventh Ohio from their camp on the hillside opposite, and in sinking a flat-boat, which served the army as a ferry. This was the extent of the damage done. Not a man was killed, and the flat-boat was raised again the same evening, and made to do good

service that night.

It was not till the day had far advanced that the National artillery could be brought to bear upon the rebel batteries. The rifled guns were all at the various camps up New River; but when they were once placed in position, it was not long until both the rebel batteries were silenced. A train of wagons, on its way from Gauley Bridge to the encampments above, was fired upon the same day, when five or six miles up the river, by rebel infantry, and two of the Nationals were wounded. Three companies from General Benham's camp, at Hawk's Nest,

came to their relief, and soon drove the enemy | could thank you better if I thought that I deback of the hills.-Cincinnati Gazette, Nov. 5. served it, but I do not feel that I do. Nothing -An important proclamation relating to the that I have yet accomplished would warrant coming election in Maryland, was issued by this high compliment. It is for the future to General Dix. It having been understood that determine whether I shall realize the expectapersons formerly residing in the State, but who tions and hopes that have been centred in me. had recently been bearing arms against the I trust and feel that the day is not far distant United States Government, had returned with when I shall return to the place dearest of all the intention of taking part in the election, with others to me, there to spend the balance of my life among the people from whom I have rethe purpose of carrying out treasonable designs, General Dix ordered the United States Marshal ceived this beautiful gift. The war cannot last of Maryland and the Provost-Marshal of Balti- long. It may be desperate. I ask in the future, more to arrest all such persons; and he further forbearance, patience, and confidence. With directed the election judges throughout the these we can accomplish all; and while I know State to detain all such persons who might pre-hearts' blood, Pennsylvania will not play the that, in the great drama which may have our sent themselves at the polls, until they could be taken into custody by the proper authorities.(Doc. 124.)

-SINCE the Twentieth and Twenty-first regiments have been in camp near Griffin, Pike County, Georgia, the measles and typhoid fever have broke out among them. There are now over two hundred on the sick list and several have died. Two large buildings have been set apart as hospitals, and the sick receive the daily attentions of the benevolent ladies of Griffin. Griffin Union, Nov. 1.

-GENERAL FREMONT signed, at Springfield, Mo., an agreement entered into with two commissioners, on the part of the rebel General Price, "to facilitate the future exchange of prisoners of war," and which provides, "that all persons heretofore arrested for the mere expression of political opinions, may be released from confinement on parole; also, that in future the war be confined exclusively to the armies in the field." -(Doc. 125.)

November 2.-The British brig Ariel arrived at Philadelphia, Pa., in charge of a prize crew. She was from Liverpool, bound to Charleston, with a cargo of salt. She was captured off Frying Pan Shoals, while trying to run the blockade of Charleston, by the gunboat Gemsbok.-Philadelphia Inquirer, Nov. 4.

-GENERAL MCCLELLAN was presented with a sword by the city councils of Philadelphia to-day, at his residence in Washington. In responding to the presentation address General McClellan said:

I ask you, sir, to give my warmest and deep thanks to the honorable body you represent for this entirely unmerited compliment.

I

least, I trust that, on the other hand, she will play the highest and noblest part.

I again thank you, and ask you to convey to the councils my most sincere thanks for the sword. Say to them that it will be my ambition to deserve it hereafter. I know I do not

now.

-THE Twenty-seventh Massachusetts regiment, under the command of Colonel H. C. Lee, left Springfield at two o'clock to-day for

Hudson, where they took the steamer Connecticut for New York, at seven o'clock in the evening.-Springfield Republican, Nov. 4.

-THE British steamer Bermuda, with a cargo of eighteen hundred bales of cotton, ran the blockade from Savannah, Ga. About eight o'clock she weighed anchor, proceeded down the stream, and finding all things favorable, made a clear and triumphant exit over the bar. She cleared for Havre.-Savannah Republican, Nov. 4.

-THE Charleston (S. C.) Mercury, of this date, says: The trial of our privateersmen for piracy, in New York and Philadelphia, our readers have noticed, among other intelligence published. It is a subject that must stir the States. In the deficiency of a navy proper, gall of every earnest man in the Confederate these gallant men, commissioned by our Government our militia of the sea, have gone forth to punish our enemy to the extent of their ability. It has been our only naval resource, and accords with the laws and customs of nations. It is a right which the United States freely exercised in the last war against Great Britain, and within a few years peremptorily refused to waive by treaty stipulation. But now, because

it bears disagreeably upon their commerce, the | hours in making a personal examination of the practice is denounced by the United States, and grounds about the city to be prepared for a our captured privateersmen are subjected to battle; and, in accordance with a written rethe ignominious treatment of common felons. quest from all the brigadier-generals, he reParaded in chains through the streets of North- mained through the night, to lead the army in ern cities, for the gaze of the hostile rabble, case of an attack, which it was thought possible they are put into the wretched dungeons of might be made. "the Tombs," surrounded by filth and vermin. Here for long months they are kept, that confinement and anxiety may prey upon their health, and that wounded self-respect may fret their hearts in the torture of humiliation. They are now dragged forth, before the public gaze of our infuriated enemies, to be tried for their

General Fremont issued an order, in which he took leave of the army with many expressions of regret.-(Doc. 126.)

-A SKIRMISH took place about six miles east of Leavenworth, Mo., between a small force of Missouri militia, under Major Josephs, and one hundred and fifty rebels. The latter were dispersed, with a small loss.-National Intelligencer, November 6.

lives as the worst of criminals-enemies to the whole human race. These are the men whom we have sent forth to fight our battles, under -THE Charleston (S. C.) Mercury, of to-day, the broad seal of our country; and this is the treatment which they have met with as prison- contains the following:-"In view, probably, of ers, at the hands of our enemies—the Yankees. the expected visit of the Yankee armada, Gen. Anderson, commander of North Carolina coast The law of retaliation is retributive justice, used for self-protection. It is a law wholesome defences, has called on the authorities for the in its operation against those whom no arguassembling of the militia of Brunswick County, ment of propriety can convince, no. plea of hu- at Smithville, and of New Hanover, at Wilmanity or justice affect. It is logical and touch-mington, without delay. Every man is requestingly effective. It speaks with more power than ed to bring such arms and ammunition as he the voice of reason. It is more convincing than can procure, and come quick.” precedent and law, and hard, dry logic. It has a voice to charm and to be heeded.

-IN a letter of this date to the U. S. Secretary of State, Gov. Curtin, of Pennsylvania, criticizes somewhat sharply the Secretary's circular on coast defences. He can do nothing, he says, until authorized by the Pennsylvania Le

The Yankee prisoners in South Carolina are in jail in close confinement. There they will abide the issue of the trials of our privateersmen at the North. Should one drop of South-gislature, which will not meet until after Conern blood be shed by Northern courts, for defending the South on the seas, it will be paid for with interest in Charleston. Self-protection, and the enforcement of the laws of nations and of humanity, alike require, in this instance, full and ample retaliation. It is a matter of high State policy, which must and will assuredly be

carried out.

-GENERAL FREMONT received, at Springfield, Mo., an unconditional order from Washington, relieving him at once from his command; and newspapers, with the announcement of his removal, reached Springfield at the same time.

The intelligence spread rapidly through the camps, and created considerable excitement. Feeling ran high, especially in the General's body-guard.

Although, after notifying General Hunter, as his order directed, he had no longer command over the troops, General Fremont spent several VOL. III.-DIARY 7

gress has met; and he does not see that he should call an extra session, as the Secretary assures him that "the prospect of disturbance is now less serious than it has been at any time since the insurrection began." Since, then, the duty properly belongs to Congress, why not leave it with Congress ?-(Doc. 127.)

-CAPT. JOHN A. THOMPSON, A. D. C. on Gen. Fremont's Staff, accompanied by Mr. Teed, Lieutenant Tosk, and Sergeant Carlton, left General Fremont's camp, at Springfield, for the headquarters of General Price, in order to effect an exchange of prisoners, and complete the arrangements for the future conduct of the war in Missouri.-St. Louis Democrat, November 10.

-TO-DAY was published an address to the people of Tennessee, by Gov. Harris, calling upon them to furnish every double-barrel shot-gun and rifle they have to arm the troops now offering their service. He says the State must aid

to the full extent of her resources. Her soil shall be protected. He calls upon Tennesseeans to exhaust every resource of the State before the foot of the invader shall pollute the soil of Tennessee.-Baltimore American, Nov. 16.

-THE Charleston Mercury, of this date, con

tion of a race of people who are their superiors.
They are here a degraded herd, and unworthy
of sympathy or commiseration. Every one de-
serves to be shot, and the chances of liberation
taken from him. We trust they will be entire-
ly isolated from all external communication, and
looked upon as John Brown's men, as they are.

tains the following:-"In view of the especial
malignity exhibited by the North toward the
Palmetto State in general, and toward Charles-
ton in particular, we are happy to announce
that all our defences are now in perfect order,
and that General Ripley is ready, if not anxious,
to give the invaders a warm reception. Yes-erally a rough-looking set."
terday the families residing on Sullivan's Island
received notice to remove. In the event of an
attack they might have greatly embarrassed our
forces. We also hear, on good authority, that |
a series of obstructions, of a somewhat unusual
character, have been placed across the harbor
entrance. We don't envy the occupants of any
hostile vessel that, entangled in these obstruc-
tions, may be subjected to the cross-fire of the
big Columbiads, Dahlgrens, and rifled guns of

The prisoners were under the charge of Lieu-
tenant Porter, C. S. A., and a detachment of
fifty-six men from the Charlotte Greys, under
command of Lieutenant T. S. Henry. There
are many boys among them, and they are gen-

the batteries of forts Moultrie and Sumter.

-GENERAL HUNTER arrived at Springfield, Mo., and assumed command of the forces previously under General Fremont.-New York Herald, November 5.

-GEN. BEAUREGARD wrote a letter to the

editors of the Richmond Whig, in relation to the controversy upon the publication of a synopsis of his report of the battle of Manassas. He entreats his friends "not to trouble themselves about slanders or calumnies aimed against him,” and declares his intention to return to private life after having assisted to the best of his abil

129.)

November 3.-The ladies of Springfield, Mo., presented a flag to the Prairie Scouts, command-ity in securing Southern independence.—(Doc. ed by Major Frank J. White. They desired also to present one to Fremont's body-guard, but it was declined, on behalf of the Guard, by Major Zagonyi in a letter, whose tenor is that the honor was rendered valueless to the Guard by its being at the same time conferred upon the Scouts.naval expedition will attract especial attention. (Doc. 128.)

—Lieut. Alfred KANTZ, of the steamer Flag, taken prisoner by the Confederates, arrived at Washington, D. C., having been liberated on parole, to make arrangements for the exchange of the Federal prisoners at Richmond. He represented them there as suffering from an insufficiency of clothing and other necessaries. Baltimore American, November 4.

November 4.-The Richmond Enquirer of to-day, has the following:-Our summary of than usual. The sailing orders of the great news from the North is of more interest to-day

Speculation will now soon be at an end; and perhaps before these lines shall be printed the telegraph will tell us where the blow has fallen. After reading these orders, however, we cannot join in the opinion which to some extent prevails, that the contemplated landing is intended on any comparatively secluded and undefended spot. If this great force is to take possession of some sand bar, or marshy island, or sea-coast -THE Columbia South Carolinian, of this village, why such strict injunction that the exdate, has the following:-" One hundred and pedition should sail in a body and the soldiers fifty of Lincoln's mercenaries, part of the second land in such heavy array, and with the admonigrand army of Washington, arrived yesterday tion that their courage will probably be tested? from Richmond, and are quartered for safe If we judge these orders by the ordinary rules, keeping in our district jail. Coming to destroy and in connection with the Northern boasts that our property, our people, and our liberty, they a terrible blow is to be struck, and at our very have been foiled in the effort, and lost their vitals, we cannot but conclude that it is exown freedom. They have learned a lesson of pected to debark either in the vicinity of a wisdom, and no doubt found that they were strong Confederate army or of a large Confedmistaken in entering a crusade for the subjuga-erate city. Applying these tests, Pensacola and

Charleston, and Savannah and New Orleans are | either abandon his horse, and go on foot through

the points which present themselves to our mind. There is something so absurd in the injunction to keep the expedition close together, and to land in a long line of boats, and with elaborate preparations, for the capturing Sand Point or Mosquito Bar, or Alligator Inlet, that it is difficult to conceive that the Northern Generals would thus make themselves ridic- | in a moment, and with three of their horses the ulous.

the by-paths, or fight. Returning to Boston, he gathered together twenty-two Home Guards, fourteen of whom remained steadfast to their purpose; and creeping up the mountain gorge at midnight, they shot the sentinel, alarmed the rebels, who tumbled out of the house and sprang to their saddles, eight of which were emptied