02 Jun 1861
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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1861
Page
1
Reports from Aquia Creek detail a fierce naval and land engagement as Federal batteries silenced rebel guns. Casualties range with rebels said killed and prisoners taken. Union forces claim decisive action with minimal own losses amid skirmishes near Fairfax and Alexandria.
Dispatch from Lieut Tuowas of the Second United States Cavalry to Col David Houmen of the First Brigade reports a Confederate force dispersal and a six hundred strong Indian contingent expected to move through Warrenton on May 16 but redirected to Harper s Ferry. A letter alludes to Confederate supply issues and another memorial condemns shod horses for the sectarian s. Co Howren, acting Brigadier General, is noted.
Reports from Arlington Mills describe a clash as Federal Zouaves repelled a Virginian scouting party with casualties. A separate dispatch from Alexandria notes a skirmish at Cloud's Mills with dead and wounded, plus continuous firing near Aquia Creek. North observers doubt secession will fade without stronger loyalty.
In Washington on Saturday afternoon heavy guns on the Virginia end of the Potomac caused great excitement. Fearing a fight, crowds gathered at the President's grounds and around the city. Spectators with spyglasses watched, while military and Virginia aides tested gun ranges. no conflict occurred.
On Saturday in Coawasasaowcn Pa a skirmish near Williams Port involved Capt Kexxepra Company Home Guard and Virginians leaving three Virginians wounded while no injuries on our side. Frank Jonss a Black barber shop owner wounded two soldiers before being killed by soldiers’ companions. Soldiers badly wounded. Regiments Camp McClure Camp Miles and others nearby with cavalry and artillery in the area. Expectation of stronger units and a parade of troops tomorrow.
A reporter from Harper's Ferry notes daily desertions averaging twenty five as Union forces move to defend Maryland and Pennsylvania. Provisions are smuggled from Maryland to Harper's Ferry. Virginia troops contend with worn uniforms and blanket concealment. Chambersburg is to receive three regiments en route, while Philadelphia regiments parade nearby. Rebels in Virginia reportedly know Pennsylvanian movements, and no Confederate action will move from Chambersburg before Wednesday.
Alexandria reports heavy fortifications by the Michiganders and Zonayes with breastworks near the Harper's Ferry theatre of operations. Government aims to protect movements from this point, while telegraph use remains scarce and anxiety grows over Virginia shore actions. Colonel Lewis's detachment inspects guns lent by the state marshal.
Reports from St Louis and the South note two Iowa regiments quartered in Keokuk with a third expected daily. The Iowa Legislature voted $800,000 for war purposes. The New Orleans Picayune reports the Calhoun privateer arriving with several whalers in tow, and an Atlanta dispatch mentions an order issued.
Clerks of the departments prepared to depart for Richmond on Wednesday or Thursday. CO. McAnrave's Regiment of Illinois has not moved southward yet but is under orders to march at a moment's notice. Gen Donivan approved the Frindier-Geneas tendered by Gov Jackson.
The Richmond Inquirer reports Jefferson Davis traveling from Montgomery to Richmond with Aid Col. Wiaratz and Judy, greeted by throngs at every station. Women and men waved flags and flowers as Davis spoke, while Georgia’s Toomas and Wimratt addressed eager crowds. The journey, framed as private, sparked widespread displays of support across Virginia and North Carolina towns.
June reports from Old Point to Fortress Monroe describe Union and Confederate movements. Regiments from New York arrive for Fortress Monroe defense while a heavy cannon battery is erected at Newport News. Commodore Penpencast bars flag of truce ships. a prize schooner from Richmond is captured at Fortress Monroe. Fugitives at the camps receive rations as Gen Burton imposes anti looting orders.
The State of Frorsna arrives at port with Major Tournex and Lieut Busan aboard the Georgia, and 70 passengers taken from Norfolk on the Cumberland. Names include Mrs Greeson Mrs Edgar Mr Richardson and families, Miss Berry, Mrs Bland, Mrs Murphy, and many others. May 20 to 30 entries report Brigada, Quaker City prize, Keystone State stores, and the Dalia bringing in a prize schooner.
May 31 report notes the schooner Lynchburgh leaves for New York with prize crew aboard. The Georgia sits at anchor in the Roads with ship Ben jan in Morgan and several schooners, all described as prize.
A military administrator writes regarding how to manage enslaved people used in Virginia batteries. He plans to employ enslaved men and women with their families, fund their upkeep, and account for costs, while evaluating the market value and potential disposal of these property assets amid Confederate pressures and captured enslaved individuals.
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