First. By direction of the President of the United States it is hereby ordered that until fur- BOMBARDMENT OF DONALDSONVILLE.

LIEUTENANT-COLONEL BUELL'S REPORT.

ST. LOUIS, MO., August 17, 1862.

Vance and Second Lieut. Pence, both of the Serenth Missouri volunteer cavalry, who conducted themselves in a gallant manner. Second Lieut. Young and Second Lieut. Swan also behaved gallantly. The loss of the enemy could not be ascertained, as early in the action they commenced carrying off their dead into the country.

From authentic sources, I learn that Colonel Hughes, Captain Clark, and the notorious Kit Childs, and a number of others were buried at Independence. Among the wounded of the enemy were Col. Thompson, Lieut.-Col. Boyd, and, fatally, Major Hart, etc. J. T. BUELL Lieut.-Col. Seventh Missouri Volunteer Cavalry. To Lieut. J. L. CHANDLER,

Adjutant Sub. District, Lexington, Mo.

THE "BORDER STATE" NARRATIVE.

An extra of The Border State, dated Independence, Mo., August twelfth, contains the follow

that place:

Just before daylight on Monday morning the eleventh inst., our people were aroused by a volley of musketry from the vicinity of the Federal encampment, followed by rapid firing from the Colonel's residence and headquarters, and from the direction of the jail, where a strong guard is always posted.

LIEUTENANT: I have the honor to report that the military post of Independence, Mo., was attacked on the morning of August eleventh, ating details of the capture of the military post at daybreak, by the rebel forces under command of Col. J. H. Hughes, numbering from seven hundred to eight hundred men. These forces entered the town at two points, namely, by the Big Spring road and the Harrisonville road. The party entering by the Big Spring road divided into two parties, one of which attacked the provost-guard, of twenty-four men, stationed at the jail; the other attacked the bank building, which was oc- It seems that the recent military orders, folcupied as headquarters, also the armory of the lowed as they were by stringent though necessa volunteer militia, situated on the opposite side ry steps on the part of the local military authori of the street, guarded by a detachment of twenty-ties, have greatly excited and exasperated the one men, sixteen of this number being volunteer militia.

people of this county, and for a week past men have been flocking to the standard of Hays and Quantrel. During the past week their force has been augmented by recruits from other counties, and some days since they were joined by Gen. Hughes, Colonel Boyd, Col. Thompson and other confederate officers, by whom they were sworn into the confederate service. Needing additional arms and ammunition, they determined to attack the post at Independence, which was weak in point of force. The Federal forces here did not number over four hundred and fifty, all told, including sick and wounded.

The main body, entering by the Harrisonville road, proceeded along the two streets leading to the camp, which was situated nearly eighty rods west from the bank building, attacking the camp on the east and north sides, and thus cutting me off from all communication with the camp. The first attack was made on that part of the camp held by the company of Captain Thomas, second battalion Missouri State militia. This company, not being able to maintain its ground, being hard pressed, fell back to the cover of a stone wall running parallel with the south side of the camp. The enemy entered the town by two roads. The remaining companies, which were posted to On one of these roads the Federal pickets either the right and rear of this company, fell back to concealed themselves or retreated without giving the same position, where, being enfiladed by a the necessary alarm; on the other the pickets destructive flank-fire, they retired along the stone were killed. The confederates were in town and wall, thus avoiding a galling fire from the enemy in almost every part of it before there was any posted in a corn-field. At this critical moment notice of their approach. They divided their Lieut. Hetherington, of the second battalion Mis- forces, a portion surrounding the Colonel's headsouri State militia, was detached with sixty-five quarters, and thus cutting him off from commumen to open, if possible, a communication with nication with his men, another portion drew up headquarters. Advancing northward, he was at- in front of the jail, while the larger portion took tacked by a superior force, which compelled him possession of gardens, orchards, corn-fields and to seek the cover of a brick house, which he de-buildings commanding the camp. The Federals, fended in a most gallant manner, until he was apprised that further defence was useless, when he withdrew his command to Kansas City.

The number killed, and who have since died of their wounds, amount to twenty-six. The wounded number thirty, comprising First Lieut.

though thus surprised and taken at disadvantage, fought with daring courage.

Col. Buell gathered his little force together, and to every volley poured into him from the adjacent houses and streets, he sent back an answer of the same kind. He directed Orderly Haskell to hoist

the Stars and Stripes upon the roof of the house points leads us to believe there has been a simulto show his men at camp that he was holding taneous uprising of rebeldom throughout the out to the last. In doing this the gallant young State. man was shot, and died a few hours after.

He

sent up another man, who succeeded in elevating the flag and concealing himself. About this time,

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a white flag was displayed from the camp, then THE FIGHT AT COMPTON'S FERRY, withdrawn, displayed again, and again withdrawn. The firing had ceased in the direction of the jail and the provost's office.

CINCINNATI GAZETTE ACCOUNT.

MO.

HEADQUARTERS FIRST BATTALION MERRILL'S HORSE, Captain Breckinridge was in command of the CAMP DEFIANCE, GLASGOW, Mo., August 19. camp, being senior captain. At the beginning of THIS post, garrisoned by about one hundred the fight he detailed a squad of fifteen or twenty effective men of Merrill's Horse, had been threatmen to proceed to the intersection of the streets ened for ten days by a guerrilla band, numberin front of Mr. U. Turner's, and prevent accessing from seven to eight hundred men, commanded from that quarter. The men did not stop in front by the notorious Poindexter. On the seventh of Mr. Turner's, but pushed on from point to point, instant, the monotony was broken by the appeartaking shelter wherever they could, and firing ance of two steamers coming up the river with wherever they saw a foe, until they at last took reënforcements, consisting of about four hundred shelter in the large brick house of Mr. William of the Ninth Missouri State militia; companies A McCoy. From here they kept up a brisk fire upon and D, Seventh Missouri State militia; about such confederates as strayed that way, but finally seventy men, commanded by Capt. Turley; a made good their escape to parts unknown. section of Missouri State militia battery, com During this time the camp was evacuated, the │manded by Capt. Washburne-all under Colonel soldiers being pressed back into Woodson's pas- Guitar, Ninth Missouri State militia. When they ture, and had formed back of the rock fence. In came in sight of our camp, it was greeted with this retreat the losses on both sides were pretty cheers, as fears were entertained for our safety. serious-here General Hughes fell, while leading To this force was added company A, Merrill's his men to a desperate charge. By this time the Horse, twenty-four men, Lieut. Lovejoy; compaColonel's headquarters were surrounded on all ny B, Merrill's Horse, forty men, Lieut. Bennett; sides, the building completely riddled with balls, company D, Merrill's Horse, fifty men, Lieut. Roevery pane of glass demolished, the walls and floors her, under the command of Major C. B. Hunt, and covered with bullets—and an adjoining building on morning of the eighth we started to look for the set on fire in order to communicate flames to the enemy, who was supposed to be encamped near Silhouse. ver Creek, some thirty miles distant. We marched thirty miles, learned that Poindexter occupied a strong camp in the Persia Bottom, seven miles distant, and that he was perfecting his organization and preparations for service, and that he had twelve hundred men. We were compelled to go into camp on account of rain and the near approach of night; left camp early on morning of the ninth; expecting a fight, approached the camp cautiously. When we reached it, learned that he had left during the night in great haste. Following his trail, we drove him away from a dinner which was prepared for him by the citizens; went into camp after dark, having marched thirty-five miles; on morning of the tenth left camp early, and continued pursuit vigorously during the forenoon; took a number of his rear-guard prisoners; drove him away from his dinner again, and finally came up with his rear-guard at Swisler's Mill, on the east branch of Chariton River. A portion of his men were drawn up in line on the opposite bank, having torn up the planking of the bridge. Capt. Turley, who was in the advance, fired on them, killing five. They returned the fire and fled without giving time for the artillery to open fire. No injury was sustained by us from his fire. We repaired the At last accounts from the confederate encamp-bridge, crossed and camped for the night, having ment they had been reënforced, and now number some twelve hundred.

Looking toward the camp, the Colonel saw it evacuated from other points where resistance to the enemy might have been expected, no sound of musketry was heard—and as the only alternative to save the lives of his men and the property of the citizens, he consented to hang out a white flag and surrender the post. So soon as this was done the confederates ceased firing, messengers under flags of truce were sent to and fro, and the post surrendered.

The surrender was to the Southern Confederacy —not to bushwhackers-and the prisoners were most kindly treated as prisoners of war and paroled.

In the hour of victory a moderation and magnanimity were exercised that was far from what was expected. No private house entered, no private property taken, except wagons for transportation, and no Union family molested.

The confederates returned to their camp in the country, taking with them all the arms, munitions of war, cavalry-horses, etc. Camp equipage, and such articles as were not needed, were piled up and burned. Many horses were killed during the engagement, and others so crippled that they had to be shot to put them out of their misery.

At present we have no promise of any new Federal force immediately. News from other VOL. V.-Doc. 37

marched thirty miles; continued the pursuit on the morning of the eleventh; learned that Poindexter was making a forced march to gain time to cross Grand River at Compton Ferry, thirty

five miles distant. He obstructed our progress alry, numbering one hundred and eight men, enby tearing the plank from bridges, etc. On near-gaged one hundred and seventy-five of the enemy, ing the river at sunset we saw their pickets and near Kinderhook, at five A.M., continuing the conother signs that the whole body had not crossed. test fiercely for four hours. Seven were found Our advance, commanded by Capt. Turley, felt killed, and a large number were wounded. Twen their way cautiously through the thickly-timbered ty-seven prisoners were captured, among which bottom, and on reaching the ferry landing, were are a number of officers. Our loss was three greeted by a volley of rifle-balls and buckshot killed. The woody and broken character of the from the opposite bank, which was received and country, and the combatants being scattered, prereturned in a gallant manner, firing three rounds, vents an actual estimate of the enemy's loss. one of which was directed at a boat-load of men in the act of crossing, all but one of whom jumped overboard, making their way to the bottom or to the other shore. At this time the guns were in position, and opened with canister and shell. Eight rounds were fired, when, as it was no longer answered, the firing was stopped. Although the enemy fired three hundred or more shots at us in easy range, but two men on our side were hit by his

I have received news from Major S. H. Kennedy, of my staff, commanding another portion of the expedition. He is driving the enemy in every direction. JAS. S. NEGLEY, Brigadier-General Commanding,

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NEWBERN "PROGRESS" NARRATIVE,

NEWBERN, N. C., August 21, 1562. A RECONNOISSANCE in force to the town of

Swansboro set out from Newbern on Wednesday, thirteenth August, under the command of Col Stevenson, commanding Second brigade, First division. It consisted of a portion of the Twentyfourth regiment Massachusetts volunteers, under Lieut.-Col. Osborn, a detachment of the marine artillery, under Lieut.-Colonel Manchester, and a company of the Third New-York artillery.

shot, and those not hard enough to break the RECONNOISSANCE TO SWANSBORO, N. C. skin. It was different with them-losing one hundred in killed and wounded, two hundred prisoners, six (all) wagons, about one hundred horses and saddles, one hundred and fifty guns, all his ammunition, provisions, etc. Many of his men succeeded in making their escape, leaving boots, hats, etc. On crossing the river near one hundred guns were found. On the ground that he had occupied when firing, it would seem that when the artillery opened on them they dropped every thing and run. In some instances these guns were found loaded, and even capped and cocked. The pursuit was continued by Major On that day the transports Pilot Boy, Ocean Hunt, with Merrill's Horse, Capt. Turley's com- Queen, Massasoit, Wilson, and Union-carrying pany, and company D, Ninth Missouri State mili-a portion of the troops-proceeded through Core tia, to Utica, twenty-six miles further, when it was found that a large force of militia men were on the trail ahead of him, returned to Compton Ferry. Col. Guitar remained at the ferry, collected the captured property, and then went to Leclede, on the H. and St. J. R. R., for provisions, of which the command was short. On his return he again encountered Poindexter, who had made a turn, and seemed to be making for the point from which he started; had a running fight with him for several miles, killing five of his men and taking a number of prisoners, horses, etc., having one man of his command shot through the thigh, which was the only wound received on our side during the three days. Our whole command got together at Keitsville, and, from information received, believed Poindexter had disbanded the remnant of his force. We returned to Glasgow, having been absent ten days. H.

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FIGHT NEAR KINDERHOOK, TENN.
GENERAL NEGLEY'S REPORT.

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Sound to Beaufort, where they were joined by the others, who had come down by rail. Thursday was passed in providing the vessels with coal and water, and on Friday the expedition proceeded on its route.

The Union, together with the Wilson and the launches of the marine artillery, went by way of Bogue Sound, while the other transports, accompanied by the gunboat Ellis, Lieutenant Porter, pushed out past Fort Macon into the ocean, and followed the coast to Bogue Inlet. The wind, which was light at daybreak, blew hard by afternoon, and it was with some difficulty that the vessels passed through the narrow, winding inlet, among the breakers. Within was still water, and a broad creek with meadow-lands on either side.

The boats anchored at its mouth, and waited for the arrival of the Union and the Wilson. Swansboro was seen in the distance, and very soon after their arrival a large white flag was seen to wave from a high brick building. A launch of the artillery was at once sent forward, and its men landed. At nightfall the Wilson arrived, bearing Col. Stevenson and staff, and proceeded immediately to the town. By this time it was quite dark, and all the vessels lay quietly at anchor during the night. In the morning the Union arrived. She had gone aground several times.

HEADQUARTEP3 U. 8. FORCES, COLUMBIA, TENN., August 11, 1862-3 P.M. J My movement against the guerrillas who have committed the late outrage has been completely The vessels then proceeded up to Swansboro. successful. Major McGowan, in command of the It is a small village, built on a slope of land rising Third Kentucky cavalry and First Tennessee cav-slightly from the marshes around. But few in

habitants came out of the score of poorly-built, Goodhart was shot through the head and through tumbled-down old houses. Many, doubtless, had the heart, and died instantly. Private Stone was left the town. Some time ago it was the head-shot in the head, and killed instantly. The rebquarters of the rebel cavalry in this vicinity, and els were most severely punished; twenty were up to the time of the arrival of our troops some left dead on the field, and nine were taken pris force had always been kept there. None, how-oners. Five were taken prisoners and one killed ever, were to be seen then. A small portion of the next day, who were making their way back the troops landed and went a short distance be- to Kentucky. Sixty horses and mules, and some yond the town, but no enemy was discovered. A forty guns, fell into our hands. Capt. Fullerton private of the cavalry-a small young fellow is in full pursuit of the enemy. who by some chance was just returning on furlough, was captured, with the usual double-barreled shot-gun and old-fashioned sword. The rebels had evidently determined to make no re

sistance whatever.

On the seventeenth a body of troops were landed, and after marching about four miles, arrived at several large salt works, belonging to rebels of the names of Hawkins, Burnam, and Saunders. These were destroyed. In a clump of trees on the marsh, facing the creek, were a deserted battery and wooden barracks, once furnished with four guns. These had been taken for the defence of Newbern, and were captured by our troops here. The battery, together with the barracks,

Killed-Calvin Terry, First Lieutenant, shot through the body; John Goodhart, Second Lieutenant, shot through the heart and head; Jacob F. Stone, private, shot through the head.

Wounded-John C. Philbrick, First Sergeant, shot in right arm, arm since amputated; R. S. Easkin, Second Sergeant, in left arm, slightly; A. Galespie, flesh-wound in thigh; Wm. Beaman, severely in knee; Peter Sharp, hip and thigh, seriously; Wm. Warner, slightly in knee. J. R. LOCKE,

Chaplain Second Illinois Cavalry.

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was destroyed. Several other reconnoissances CAPTURE OF THE STEAMER FAIR PLAY. were made in other directions, but the enemy kept themselves at safe distances, and could not be found.

On Tuesday the expedition, having accomplished its object, returned to Beaufort.

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FIGHT AT MERRIWETHER'S FERRY.

CHAPLAIN LOCKE'S NARRATIVE.

CHICAGO "EVENING JOURNAL" ACCOUNT.

UNITED STATES STEAM RAM FLEET,

ABOVE VICKSBURGH, MISS., August 21, 1862. }

THE rams Switzerland, Monarch, Sampson, and Lioness, of Col. Alfred W. Ellet's Mississippi ram fleet, in connection with the gunboats Benton, Mound City, and Gen. Bragg, under command of Capt. Phelps, of the Benton, (who is in command of the gunboat flotilla during Commodore Davis's illness,) together with the transports A. McDowell and Rocket, with the Fifty-eighth and SeventyMARION CITY, TENN., August 18, 1862. sixth regiments Ohio volunteers, and a battalion On the morning of the fifteenth, a messenger of cavalry, under command of Col. Wood, of the reported to these headquarters that sixty or Seventy-sixth Ohio, left Helena, Arkansas, on seventy rebel recruits for Jackson's cavalry, from Saturday morning, August sixteenth, for a cruise Graves and Hickman counties, Kentucky, were down the Mississippi. Nothing of interest took passing within eight miles of this place south-place until Sunday afternoon, when we picked up ward, under one Capt. Binfield, who had taken the oath some time since at Hickman. Colonel Harris, commander of the post, immediately ordered out company C, Captain Fullerton, Second Illinois cavalry, in pursuit. The Colonel accompanied the expedition in person.

The company left at seven A.M., under command of Lieut. C. Terry, and overtook the enemy about twelve м., at Merriwether's Ferry, on the Obion River, thirty miles from Union City, where they were about to cross, to join some one hundred and fifty others who were camped on the opposite side of the river.

The engagement lasted about half an hour, our men behaving in a most gallant manner. As our men came up, the enemy dismounted and hid behind trees and logs, while those on the opposite side of the river opened a cross-fire, which resulted in the death of three of our men-Lieuts. Calvin Terry and John Goodhart, and private Jacob F. Stone. Lieut. Terry was shot through the body, and only lived about an hour. Lieut.

seven "contrabands" in a skiff, who reported
that a rebel steamer had come up the river a short
distance above them the day before. There being
a plantation below, we landed to see if we could
get any information from the planter. He denied
having seen any boat, but the negroes confirmed
the report of the boys we had picked up. He was
the meanest secesh I have yet seen. He said he
had no corn nor any kind of vegetables, but we
found any amount, and sent the negroes down to
the boats loaded with corn and beans. We also
captured two pigs to roast, besides chickens. He
begged very hard for some coffee, a luxury he
had not indulged in for a long time.
We gave
him a little, but not enough to treat him much.

We proceeded down the river, and early Monday morning captured the rebel steamer and transport Fair Play, loaded with arms, ammunition, and stores for Gen. Hindman's division of the rebel army. She had five thousand five hundred stand of arms, part Enfield rifles, a large amount of ammunition, etc. There was also a regiment