The New York Herald Newspaper, May 9, 1873, Page 3

: NEW YORK HERALD, FRIDAY, MAY 9, 1873—TRIPLE SHEET. LOUISIANA. THE STATE OF. LOUISIANA. All Quiet on the Mis-| Map Showing the Localities of the Conflicts Between the Kellogg and McEnery Parties. sissippi. ; THE BELLIGERENTS RESTING. untoraval he feast Aree pe eNerd Kellogg’s Metropolitans and the Resisters Facing Each Other. The Casualties Less than Was First Reported. ONLY THREE MEN WOUNDED No More Fighting Expected at New Iberia. THE RIVAL COLONELS PPACEFUL. Failure of the Troops to Obtain Transportation to the Front. EFFORTS TO FIRE THE DARKEY HEART Sambo Declines to Warm Up, as It Is Not His Fight. A YOUNG LADY WOUNDED. ror hie ‘Arrest of the Mayor of St. Mar- tinsville for High Treason. . THE RESISTERY COMMISSARY. Citizens Forwarding Voluntary Con- tributions of Provisions. QMINOUS QUIET IN NEW ORLEANS, The Situation as It Appears in Washington. BERMAN EAGRR 70 CRUSH THE REBBLLION. aa Z liberate measures G¥e being taken to prevent General Emory Ordered to Concentrate All His | the arming of the negroes, We are Troops in New Orleans. ON THE EVE OF CIVIL WAR, and the measures necessary to the protection F gf the white race are being coolly and openly UTEST FROM ST. MARTINSVILLE. | ot EH tien theestened on the sirecls : New Onrzans, May 8, 1973, | last night that he would raise the negroes and ; The»Kellogg reinforcements are still de- put certain citizens in the stocks. The ne- (eined at Brashear City and are keeping very | TOs are, however, peaceful, and say it is not Brie their fight, a ha ; THE RESISTERS <a Rasracas i as in Yesterday evening Colonel Le Blano’s force , In Camp, May 7—Night, made a cl through the field against Colo- $cThe Metropolitans attacked us this after- |B! Badger’s field pieces. Badger held » com boon; but it was, I presume, a mere demon- manding position cope Gotonel so stration to ascertain our numbers, as they nt om nero ep nee Bred but a few shots at us, and then returned . Qo town. It is reported they have arrested eae = hep ee PUR eee ee ee, dol |e eee nT el re holding him in close custedy. ‘WEWS OF FEDERAL REINFORCEMENTS. ( Oolonel ALCIBIADE LE BLANO, after proached Colonel {ca tau fant wéselived tthe followingleepatebea: |. ROTC. aftet '® odtier« os Le Blanc with a message from the captain of one of the bayou steamers, stating that the agent of the line at New Iberia had received orders to provide transportation for 100 United States troops, and that he had refused to sup- ply the order, as the line had been withdrawn. A LEVEL-HEADED RESISTER. “The agent is wrong, He must obey the order and supply the transportation. We are only in conflict with the Kellogg usurpation.”” & LADY WOUNDED. While repulsing the attack made yesterday upon the field piece # ball froma Metropolitan rifle severely wounded a young lady in the neck, The ladies and children in the vicinity have not generally left their residences, I saw boys ploughing in the fields withing range of from the Hznaxp correspondent at the front: — r New Isznm, May 8, 1873, ‘ Last evening I visited Colonel Le Blanc’s feadquarters and found his troops in excellent Spirits and engaged in desultory skirmishing @ll along the line. Colonel Badger has re- Moved his forces outside of the town of St. Mortinsville, has his field pieces in position Sud replies promptly to every sally upon him. THE ARTILLERY AT WORK. Nine rounds were fired from artillery during hslfan hour of your correspondent’s stay at Le Blanc’s men are well supplied with provisions by the neighboring farmers, who, mnsolicited, bring in their tithes to the re- Bisters. ince the last rains the road to Royville and Bayou Vermillion have been the Metropolitan field piece, pi nine eae ot ome Itis reported that the Metropolitans will TIoNs, retreat this evening. - Your correspondent recognised men from Pkt oe prery town in Attakepas in Le Blanc's tanks, | The Mayor of St Martinsville was arrested They are all cheerful and confident, I met | esterday by Colonel Badger on # charge of shree eas | “thigh treason.” ¢ "pistes rnom riz Porton FoRC® No firing of consequence is reported this peturning to the city. Ihave been told since morning. Yay arrival that nine deserters passed through | wore Peaceful Reporte from the Front. ew Iberia to-day. . New Ontzans, May 8—6 P. M. The fighting seemeto be conducted by Colo- | §o far everything remains quiet, The last facl Le Blano more with a view of resistance | despatches from St. Martinsville state that the Ro the Kellogg government than to the shed- | citizens, 200 strong, ore still in arms and Bing of blood. It is evident he can capture | camped about two miles from town. Only Phe town whenever he pleases, and will do s¢. | two of the Metropolitans have been wounded . MO CASUALTIES ARE REPORTED altogether and none killed. On the citjzens’ fu either side up to twelve P. M. The citi- | gide one man was wounded, It is thought Bens are ready at all points waiting a requisi- | there will be pion for their services, KO MORE FIGHTING, . New Isznm, La., May 8—Noon. Judge Train held Court yesterday, No Colonel Le Blano has his hoadquarters on | lawyers were present but Jndge Seymour, the \Oypress Island, three miles north of St. Mar- | rest being in the citizens’ cause, The town Rinaville, near tho residence of Valsine Four- | is deserted, all the stores are closed and’ only meh, The island is surrounded by Bayou | two or three men have been seen about the Porta end Forta marsh, both impassable to | streets, The women end children remain, an or horse, and can be approached only by but otherwise Shree narrow bridges, which a handfal of men THR TOWN 18 VIRTUALLY UNINBABITED, pen defend against regiments, Colonel Badger has full possession, and the LAY q 0! eee account of their families and property. Colonel Badger says he does not mean to go out of his way to fight, but simply to obey orders and inetal] the officers of Kellogg. He has done this, ALL QUIET ALONG THE LINES, No demonstration was made yesterday by Colonel Badger to draw the enemy out and see their strength. He does not seem inclined to push matters, and the citizens are almost sure not to attack tha town. The troops are still retained at Brashear for want of transpor- tation. Everything is ominously quiet in this city. All Quiet at New Iberia. New Ontzans, May 8—10 P. M. The latest despatches from New Iberia at half-past seven P. M. state that the contend- ing forces at St. Martinsville are encamped within two miles of each other, with a level prairie between, and content themselves with watching each other’s movements through field glasses. Most of Le Blanc’s forces are well mounted. Badger’s are nearly all on foot. Le Blanc is not disposed to be aggressive, but could easily cut off the Metropolitans’ retreat it he desired to. The pickets’ of both parties extend about half a mile in advance. THE FIGHT OF MONDAY resulted in no other casualties than the wounding of a Miss Aimée, who resided in a house within range of the firing. Only two persons as yet have been wounded, Officer Bruat seriously, Officer Babylon severely, and one of Colonel Le Blanc’s men slightly. Badger says he will make no more sorties, but will await an attack, of which there is no prospect at present. Mayor Eugene Duchamps is held in custody by the Sheriff on a charge of treason, and all bonds are refused. MORE TROUBLE TO-MORROW. Forty-five policemen: are reported en rowe for New Iberia, overland, and an attempt to stop them will probably be made to-morrow. Badger thinks himself perfectly capable of making 9 safe retreat, should it become necessary. THE TROOPS AT BRASHEAR had made arrangements for transportation to St. Martinsville by the steamboat Iberia, but while rounding to at the wharf about eight o'clock to-night she was signalled and turned up stream again, leaving the reinforcements without transportation to the seat of war. The mounted troop of forty-five men which went up to Brashear this morning fared better. It crossed the bay safely and started up overland about seven o'clock P. M. THE TROOPS PREPARED FOR BMERGENCIES. The United States troops now on duty in this city are encamped in the squares, under orders to be in instant readiness for any emergency or disturbance that may occur. ARREST OF CHARLES B, RAINEY. Charles BR. Rainey, who is accused of having fired the pistol at the Governor, ‘was arrested to-day, and when ar- taigned before the First District Court gave bail to answer the charge he sum 0 d_auite cool 5.000 PO VV) and collected while the examination was in progress, and, though there was no bravado in bis demeanor, it was easy to see that he did not consider himself a very great crim- inal. THREATS OF ASSASSINATION, though Kellogg is at present almost evidently great personal danger. I have myself heard bets freely offered in bar-rooms that the Governor would be a dead man before Satur- day night. His friends are, however, taking every precaution to guard him from danger. Not only are these threats uttered against the life of Governor Kellogg, but hints of assassination are given in the case of other leaders in the party. No less than twelve prominent citizens have been pointed out as marked men, and if the present state of affairs does not speedily cease murder will undoubtedly result there- from. AFFAIRS IN FRANKLIN. ° Franuuiy, La., May 8, 1873, Forty-three mounted policemen left Brashear City to-night. If they push on they will prob- ably reach here by tyo o'clock. A MEETING OF CITIZENS is now progressing at Evans’ Hall, the result of which will be known on the arrival of the Metropolitans. The negroes seem quiet. They consider it a contest between the whites, in which they have no right to interfere so long as their rights are not invaded, GOOD ADVICE TO THE COLORED MEN. J. J. Moore, a colored Representative from St. Marys in the Legislature ‘of 1870, ad- vises his colored friends to remain at their homes, But the unbkarmed, Governor writing alive and he is in THE FIRST MAIL arrived to-night, Since Tuesday we have had no information from outside exeept by tele- graph and courier. LATEST FROM NEW ORLEANS. New Oaueans, May 8, 1873. Senator West telegraphed the following to Governor Kellogg to-day from Washington :— If you are threatened with violence, com- binations too powerful to be overcome by your State force, and you think it necessary to require the forces of the United States, make a requisition on the President in accord- ance with the constitution of the United States, simply stating the fact and that your Legisla- ture cannot be convened, and I know that every means will be placed at your disposal to fully maintain your authority. ‘ders have been sent this morning reinforcing General Emory. ORDERS TO GENERAL EMORY, A Republican extra says General Emory has received the following despatch, and will act upon the instructions without delay: — Wasarxaron, D. C., May 8, 1873. General W. H. Emony, commanding depart ment, New Orleans, La. : — If in your judgment more troops are needed in Louisiana make your call clear and specific and we will endeavor to supply them. TROOPS ALREADY EN ROUTE, The troops at Jackson, Miss., and other points have received marching orders under the above instructions. A special despatch from Jackson says:—‘“The entire garrison leave here for Louisiana to-night.” THE SITUATION IN WASHINGTON. one A Consultation at Army Headquarters— Fright of the Kellogg Men—A Bogus Despatch from Sherman—Troops To Be Concentrated at New Or! WASBINGTON, May 8, 1873, After waiting until a late hour last night for additional news from Governor Kellogg concern- tng the increasing complications Senator West cencladed that there was nothing demanding very serious attention, This morning, however, he received @ very long despatch from Kellogg, detailing the events of last night, and stating that Ralley, who had been appointed by Governor McEnery @ tax collector, attempted to take his Ife, He gave an account of the troubles in the insurrectionary district, as well as the violent acta of the mob in New Orleans, He said the leaders were @ bad elass of men, who had been stirred up to these acts, and seemed bent on pillage. THE SACKING OF THE GUN SHOPS and the riotous assemblage were spoken of as en- dangering the peace of the city to such an extent that the Mayor and a number of the municipal om- Cials bad called upon him to say that they feared the acte of lawlessness weuld not be confined to shops containing implements of war, but might at any time be directed against the banks and jewelry stores of the city, Im this emergency, while the best of the Metropolitan police force was absent, and those en duty in the city were compelled to guard their own quarters to prevent their being forcibly taken by the rioters, he had deemed it prudent to acquaint the President with these facts and to ask forthe aid of the United States troops in maintaining the peace and good order of the State against domestic violence, Senator West at once called on Attorney Gen- eral Williams and read to bim Governor Kellogg's despatch, and asked if he had seen the despatch to the President. POWWOW AT SHERMAN’S HEADQUARTERS. In company they went to General Sherman’s headquarters, where Kellogg’s despatch had been received, It substantially recited what he had sent to Senator West, although in more formal manner he explained that for want of transporta- ton he could net send troops within fifty miles of the scene of trouble, and appealed to the Prest- Gent under the fourth article of the Constitution Jor protection, as follows:— ‘The United States shail guarantee to every State in this Union @ republican form of government, and shall protect cach of them against invasion, and on application of the Legislature, or of the Execative (whem the Legisiatare cannot be con- vened), against domestic violence. ‘The appeal of Kellogg was the subject of a half hour's consideration, and it was finally decided to pend a copy by telegraph to the President, then en route for Washington, witb instructions to tele- graph it from point to point until itreached him. Meanwhile, Acting Secretary Robeson reached the war Department aud joined in the doliberation, Secretary Robegon and the Attorney General con- tinued to discuss the best measures and means for efficient action, and, as it was not certain _ WHEY THB PRESIDENT ‘WOULD BE HEARD FROM, it wae thought advisable to take at least the pre- paratory step. The necessity for aid appeared im- mediate, before im fact the Governor of Loul- siana could call the Legisiature together, But as the troops could mot be used 3 - — - without the President's approval General Emory could only be advised of what to expect, Generay Sherman thereupon telegraphed to the effect that 1f, in his judgment, more troops were necessary to Carry out the instructions under which he might be called to act they would be furnished promptly on his requisition. Ashe had authority over those in his own department it would be well to order every company that could be spared, or parts of companies where the tocalities they were stationed in seemed to require the presence of troops, to rendezvous at once in New Orleans. This ended the powwow and the officials returned to their re- spective departments. DESPATCH FROM KELLOGG. About three o’clock the Attorney General re- ceived the following despatch :— Nsw ORLEANS, May 8, 1873, To Hon. Gro, H. WILLIAMS, Attorney General:— The following despatch appears in the morning Picayune:— WASHINGTON, May 7, 1873. Te W. P. Ke.oaa, Governor of Louisiana :— The President directs me to say that he depre- cates an aggressive policy, and that the United States authorities are not to be used except in am emergency, The officer in command of the de- partment in which Louisiana is included has been sent full instructions in regard to the course the President desires him to pursue, You will there- fore take no action which would require the sanc- tion of the President without orders from head- quarters, W. T. SHERMAN, General, T have received no such despatch, and 1 presume it ts fabricated. I hope no reliance will be placed upon the despatches sent from here. Iam not dis- posed to be aggressive, but lam trying to protect our people and preserve the peace, I try to act with discretion in this most delicate position, and my anxiety to in no wise, unnecessarily, involve the administration causes seme of our people to think me too moderate. W. P, KELLOGG, MARSHAL PACKARD ALARMED, ‘rhe United States Marshal, S. B. Packard, also sent a despatch giving the substance of the forged despatch and adding:— The despatch creates great alarm and consterns tion, but it is believed to be a begus despatch. Please inform me if any such despatch has been sent. THE ATTORNEY GENERAL ASTONISHED. Both these despatches reached the Attorney General about the same time. His astonishment cannot be imagined. Scarcely an hour had passed since the long conference had ended, when Gen- eral Sherman had said in his characteristic way that if our troops must be used the sooner the better, It would be cheaper to the government and less disastrous to the people of Louisiana to put down promptly, vigorously and finally the deft- ant spirit of the people there than to dally with them until it might require halt the army to picket the State. He be- lieved in acting quickly. The experience of the rebellion had vindicated that policy. No won- der Attorney General Williams appeared surprise’, The letter was so plausible and yet so utterly at variance with Sherman’s despatch to General Emory that he could not account for it. After reading it several times. he hastily endorsed on the back of it, “Is this true?” and sent a messenger with it post haste to General Sherman’s house. WEST AND SYPHER EXCITED. The sable-winged Mercury had not left the ouild. ing when Senator West, accompanied by Congress- man Sypher, of New Orleans, entered the Attorney General’s office. Both appeared under the influ. ence of excitement, indignation or something betraying uneasiness of feeling, and, taking seats mear the Judge’s desk, anxiously asked if he had received anything from Kellogg. Sherman’s despatch was spoken of, and the two discussed and cussed the situation, the Attorney General mafntaining all the time a pacific mood, but would occasionally develop his latent sentiments. Sypher, who has just reached Washington from New Orleans, spoke of the bravery of General Badger and the Metropolitans under him; how excellently they were armed with Winchester rifles and were the picked men of the force, Me thought the reports from St. Martinsville were greatly exaggerated, and de- spaired of ever educating the Northern people to @ true knowledge of the condition of affairs in his State. THE COURSE PURSUED BY GOVERNOR KELLOGG was criticised, but the Attorney General thought his pesition one of the most trying up to the present time. It was easy enough to say what might have been done in the beginning. If, whem Jef Davis and his associates in the Seuate, were marching out of the Capitol daunting their seces- sion resolutions, President Buchanan had ordered their arrest, the whole North would have cried out, “Tyranny! tyranny!’ The problem was almost as diMcult now. Governor Kellogg had te deal with a class who had been éducated in the belief that he was an usurper, an idea preva- lent to @ great extent im the North, and the old secession cry was to some extent revived, “Let us alone!” The pillaging of stores in New Orleans, the danger from mob vio- lence and the consequences of disorganized society were freely discussed in their relation to the situa- tion tn Louisiana, What would the President do? was the conundrum puzzling West and sypher, ‘The Attorney General could not answer that def- nitely then, but he believed he would order vigor- ous and decisive measures to maintain the Kellogg government, capture the armed forces, snd deal firmly with the law-breakers. THE SHEBMAN DESPATCH 4 FORGERY. Attnis jancture the messenger returned from General Sherman with a note to the effect that no such despatch as he referred to had gone from him, and the only despatch seat General Emory this week was seen by Judge Wiliams at the meeting this morning. That established the fact that Gen- eral Sherman pronounced the letter @ forgery, aud the following telegram was immediately sent:— BACKBONB FOR KELLOGG, To W. P, KRLLoao, New Orleans, La. :— General Sherman informs me that the despatch purporting to be signed by him ts a forgery. Se far as I know, you have the hearty sympathy of the administration in your efforts to suppress lawless ness and violence. GEO, H. WILLIAMS, Attorney General. THE TROOTS IN hasan, ie ‘The principal portion of General Emory mand Is already in Louisiana. Five companies of the Sixteenth infantry in Mississippi will proceed ‘at once to New Orleans, and for the balance of hia reinforcements Major General McDowell, command- ing the Military Division of the South, will be in- structed to attend. Frem those fully acquainted with the situation, it is aacertained that the Prest- dent will undoubtedly act quickly, The moving of ‘troops toward the Crescent City will All up the gsp in war news until the Medocs are again attacked iv thelr atronghold, THE VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY. Nasaviiis, Tenn., May 8, 1878 ‘The Board of Trustees of the Vanderbilt Univers sity {9 in seasion here, and will determine this whether to locate the building in Nashville Bagefiald,