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Newspaper
Rolla Express
Location
Rolla, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1862
Page
2
We are authorized to announce Thomas C. Fletcher of Jefferson County as a candidate for Congress in the second congressional district.
A Civil War era Field report recounts a patrol of about fifty men led by Captain Ing through Maries county to locate secessionists. They visit Mr. Ramsey and William Simpson, note visits with Crabtree, and praise Vienna militia under Captain Latham with Lieuts. Kimney and Royal. The narrative credits Unionist loyalty and calls for more militia units to strengthen Union sentiment.
Friday patrols scoured east of the Gasconade and captured one or two prisoners. Moon was reportedly shot. Saturday the party continued to Rolla with several named prisoners and two discharged soldiers from Price's army. Captains Ing and Pillman praised the expedition's prospects for the county.
Local neighbors and tradesmen gathered at Frank Deegan’s home for a jovial reception celebrating his expanding business. The event extended into the early hours with drinks and music, showcasing Deegan’s generosity and popularity as a builder in the community.
The commander of this Post and the Provost Marshal department commend the troops under Col. Glover for discipline. It notes rare drunkenness and infrequent whiskey sales with Maj. Gallup and Capt. Wilcox enforcing the law to deter traffic and ensure compliance.
The health of citizens and soldiers requires removing carcasses of dead dogs and scattered dogs within the corporation limits. Other nuisances that produce an odor should also be addressed. Residents near such corruption should act for their health and comfort without waiting for reminders.
Warmoth's regiment grows rapidly as Lieut. Giff ord and Lieut. Butt fill their commands for fall. Camp shows activity and the young colonel is proud of his volunteers who hope to form a full regiment soon. Citizens urged not to wait for drafting.
A gang of about twenty secesh attacked the house of Wm. Chapman near Wayneville. They robbed the premises of valuables including clothing and cut up harness. The residence housed only his wife and daughter as Chapman had fled earlier. Henry Steward, ex sheriff of Pulaski, and a youth named William Huff were said to accompany the gang.
Maj Gallup Priest Marshal Gen of this Division moves his headquarters to the corner of Highth and Pine streets. He has begun removing stumps on Eighth street and is urged to continue this good work, which will earn thanks from the public for moral improvement and less swearing among shoe cobblers and leather finders.
In Rolla's west area the Catholic Church stands fully enclosed with a neat, respectable appearance. The fate or status of the Methodist House is questioned and unclear.
About 300 Vermont troops marched from Culpepper Court House to Orange Court House and fought Ashby’s Cavalry. They encamped near Raccoon Ford, broke enemy pickets, and after a half hour of heavy fighting repelled the attack. Casualties included thirty to forty dead, fifty to sixty wounded, and forty prisoners including officers. Brigadier General Crawford led the Union force.
The Senate bill amending the 1795 act allowing militia callouts passed the House and received the President's signature, becoming law. It permits a nine month service period with pay and a bounty, and authorizes the President to enlist enslaved people for camp labor with emancipation for those serving and their families, except slaves of loyal masters.
The Richmond Whig notes a fanciful claim that Confederate arms fail only on clear days and cites two explanations from a Virginian observer. One argues rebels are fair weather soldiers, the other labels them reptiles due to torpor in cold and venom in heat, with treachery alleged at all times.
General Order No. 28 dated July 28 is revoked. All loyal Missouri men subject to military duty will be organized into units as in General Order No. 19 dated July 22, 1862. Disloyal or rebel sympathizers must report, be enrolled, surrender arms, and return to normal life while abstaining from aiding the enemy. Disloyal individuals will not form militia companies or be required to serve.
About twenty five southernounty residents en route to enroll their names encountered two men in Federal dress on Government horses. The intruders claimed guerilla ties and claimed they had attacked War Eagle and captured Federals. The pair were brought to Lexington and jailed after verification.
On San day the 27th ult an expedition under General Brown aimed to disperse or capture rebels infesting Wright Texas Douglas and Howell counties. The force, including 10th Illinois and 6th Missouri cavalry, engaged near Mountain Grove resulting in one Federal soldier and thirty eight rebels killed. Gen Brown with part of the expedition returned, leaving 10th Illinois and others at Hartville.
Chicago Journal reports volunteers in new regiments receive a bounty for joining while draftees get only $13 monthly. The appeal urges young men to enlist promptly to avoid conscription and secure the premium payment.
Mr. Taylor the President and Mr. Garrison Vice President of the Pacific Railroad have returned from Washington. They avoid committing to a start date for the Southwest Branch but express hope that work will not be delayed much longer. Source: St. Louis Republican.
The Springfield Journal reports that a man named Hayes living in the eastern part of Tanley County was shot by an unknown rebel who fled the scene. The shooting occurred as Hayes stood in the doorway, with other depredations reported nearby in the same area.
Washington witnesses raised rumors on August 4 that Confederate forces may be withdrawing from Richmond due to a reported pestilence in the city. The reports reflect civilian concern and possible strategic adjustments during the ongoing conflict.
A force of 500 or 600 under Col Coffes arrived at Greenfield and took possession of the town on Saturday evening. Two companies of organized State Militia were captured and released after being sworn not to take up arms against the Confederacy. Several citizens were also arrested and freed under the same oath.
Col. Guitar with about 600 troops fights Porter and Cobb's guerrillas totaling 900 near Fulton seven miles east. One hundred killed or wounded, numerous ammunition and baggage captured, forty five killed.
From accounts from the army of the Potomac headquarters the official report on the battles before Richmond states that the killed, wounded and missing approximate to 16000.
A fugitive escaped custody at Sutton, Fogland and seized the parish surgeon. He then allegedly killed the surgeon by sawing off his head, a grisly act reported with stark detail.
The Rolla court announces the appointment of election judges for multiple precincts in Phelps County Missouri. Judges include Dawkins TownsUp and G W Martin among others, with polls at private residences and the Rolla Court House. Election postponed to November 1862 per state ordinance. judges to take oath per county ordinance and conduct under state law.
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