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1863 AD (search for this): chapter 1.15
Attempted Sale of the Federal fleet. [from the New Orleans, la , Picayune, Sunday, December 11, 1904. Remarkable episode in the operations on the Mississippi. Desertion of Lieutenant D. W. Glenney, U. S. N., in 1863. Planned to deliver part of the gunboat fleet to the Confederate Officials—Scheme came to Naught—Glenney's escape to Mexico. The attempted sale by Lieutenant Daniel W. Glenney, of the United States Navy, of a portion of the gunboat fleet in the Missippi river to tt, R. L. May, Acting Rear Admiral. S. P. Lee, Commanding Mississippi Squadron. All that can be ascertained relative to the proposed purchase of the United States gunboat of the iron-clad fleet stationed between Natchez and Vicksburg during 1863-64 is that the boat was commanded by Captain Glenney, and was to have been sold for $50,000 gold. Arrangements were all agreed upon, but failed when the delivery was about to be made, through some misunderstanding between Captain Glenney and the
May, 1863 AD (search for this): chapter 1.15
et. [from the New Orleans, la , Picayune, Sunday, December 11, 1904. Remarkable episode in the operations on the Mississippi. Desertion of Lieutenant D. W. Glenney, U. S. N., in 1863. Planned to deliver part of the gunboat fleet to the Confederate Officials—Scheme came to Naught—Glenney's escape to Mexico. The attempted sale by Lieutenant Daniel W. Glenney, of the United States Navy, of a portion of the gunboat fleet in the Missippi river to the Confederate authorities, in May, 1863, has not been heretofore fully given to the public. The correspondence which follows gives all details which are attainable. On the 7th of May, 1863, John J. Pettus, Governor of Mississippi, addressed a letter from Jackson to Hon. Jefferson Davis, as follows: Mr. President,—Allow me to consult you on a matter we deem of great interest. A private citizen, unconnected with the army, some four weeks ago conceived the plan of buying out a considerable portion of the enemy's gunboat f<
2nd (search for this): chapter 1.15
proceed on to Natchez. I shall expect to get a nice letter from you on my return. Tear this letter up as soon as you have read it. Did you get my letter I sent by hand? Hoping that we may meet again, I remain as ever, Your affectionate cousin, D. P. S.—Please excuse that bad-looking blot. (Envelope addressed: Miss Minnie Wilcox (or Wilcore) Rodney, Miss.） United States Mississippi Squadron, flagship Black Hawk, Mount city, November 18, 1864. Sir,—Referring to my No. 2, of 2d inst., I inclose a copy of a communication dated 7th inst., from Lieutenant-Commander R. L. May, with inclosures, as therein stated, reporting the desertion of Acting-Master G. W. Glenney, late commanding the Rattler, and Acting-Ensign E. P. Nellis, of the same vessel, on the 4th inst. The Department's letter of the 8th inst., giving instructions as to the disposition to be made of Acting-Master Glenny's case, was received on the 12th inst. I have the honor to be, sir, Very respectfully <
1864 AD (search for this): chapter 1.15
t in his resignation as acting ensign, in order, as he says in his letter, to get the appointment of pilot below Vicksburg. Accompanying is a recommendation from the two pilots of the Forest Rose. I am, very respectfully, your obedient servant, R. L. May, Acting Rear Admiral. S. P. Lee, Commanding Mississippi Squadron. All that can be ascertained relative to the proposed purchase of the United States gunboat of the iron-clad fleet stationed between Natchez and Vicksburg during 1863-64 is that the boat was commanded by Captain Glenney, and was to have been sold for $50,000 gold. Arrangements were all agreed upon, but failed when the delivery was about to be made, through some misunderstanding between Captain Glenney and the Confederate commander, Colonel J. F. Harrison, of the Third Louisiana cavalry. Glenney, as before shown, was put in irons, but made his escape, went to New Orleans, and was assisted by Confederates in that city to go to Mexico, and has not since been h
December 11th, 1904 AD (search for this): chapter 1.15
Attempted Sale of the Federal fleet. [from the New Orleans, la , Picayune, Sunday, December 11, 1904. Remarkable episode in the operations on the Mississippi. Desertion of Lieutenant D. W. Glenney, U. S. N., in 1863. Planned to deliver part of the gunboat fleet to the Confederate Officials—Scheme came to Naught—Glenney's escape to Mexico. The attempted sale by Lieutenant Daniel W. Glenney, of the United States Navy, of a portion of the gunboat fleet in the Missippi river to the Confederate authorities, in May, 1863, has not been heretofore fully given to the public. The correspondence which follows gives all details which are attainable. On the 7th of May, 1863, John J. Pettus, Governor of Mississippi, addressed a letter from Jackson to Hon. Jefferson Davis, as follows: Mr. President,—Allow me to consult you on a matter we deem of great interest. A private citizen, unconnected with the army, some four weeks ago conceived the plan of buying out a considera<
November 7th, 1864 AD (search for this): chapter 1.15
nny's case, was received on the 12th inst. I have the honor to be, sir, Very respectfully yours, S. P. Lee, Acting Rear-Admiral, Commanding Mississippi Squadron. Hon. Gideon Welles, Secretary of the Navy, Washington, D. C. Natchez, November 7, 1864. Captain French, of the transport Brown had a friend to visit him at Vicksburg (on his last trip down) who was a prisoner at some place back of Vicksburg. While confined one night in a room adjoining one occupied by rebel officers, he ov details at present, but at a favorable opportunity I will tell you all. Hoping to hear from you soon, I will close, remaining, your friend, Dan'l W. Glenney, U. S. Navy, off Hurricane Island. Enclosure. U. S. S. Benton, Natchez, November 7, 1864. Sir,—There is no doubt about the treachery of Acting Master Glenney. By the letter (marked A) it will be seen that he and his friend Nellis escaped from the steamer Rattler on the 4th instant. I learn that Glenney had much influence ov
May 7th (search for this): chapter 1.15
resident Davis on the back of this letter wrote: Confidential letter of Governor Pettus. The record shows nothing farther of the proposed transaction until June 24, when a dispatch from Governor Pettus was sent to Mr. Davis. This dispatch shows that Mr. Mallory, the Secretary of the Navy, had not approved of the plan, and that Mr. Davis had forwarded a copy of it to Governor Pettus. To this letter Governor Pettus replied: To the President. The plan submitted to you in my letter 7th of May, is embarrassed and may fail by reasons of instructions given by Secretary of the Navy. No allusion made to Helena. In these instructions, if possible, give to General Johnston a wide discretion in use of this fund embracing the purchase of boats, destruction of transports and securing Helena. General Johnston and I are more familiar with circumstances surrounding the matter than Secretary Mallory. We are willing to take the responsibility of the disbursement. The details of the
June 24th (search for this): chapter 1.15
urse, be restricted much as to reasonable sums of money. General Parsons, of Missouri, with a good command, is now encamped a few miles west of Helena, and could co-operate with the boats on the river in the bloodless capture of Helena. Awaiting your earliest advices, and begging to urge your prompt action, I beg to subscribe. President Davis on the back of this letter wrote: Confidential letter of Governor Pettus. The record shows nothing farther of the proposed transaction until June 24, when a dispatch from Governor Pettus was sent to Mr. Davis. This dispatch shows that Mr. Mallory, the Secretary of the Navy, had not approved of the plan, and that Mr. Davis had forwarded a copy of it to Governor Pettus. To this letter Governor Pettus replied: To the President. The plan submitted to you in my letter 7th of May, is embarrassed and may fail by reasons of instructions given by Secretary of the Navy. No allusion made to Helena. In these instructions, if possible
November 5th, 1864 AD (search for this): chapter 1.15
in which Acting-Master Glenney was confined, and all precautions taken as usual. They probably left the vessel between the hours of II and 12 P. M., in a skiff which was on the guard; The officer of deck, Acting-Ensign H. E. Church, reports that he was relieved by Mr. Nellis. I am, Very respectfully, your obedient servant, N. B. Willets, Acting Master, Commanding. Lieutenant-commander R. L. May, Commanding Fifth District Mississippi Squadron. U. S. S. Pittsburg, off Rodney, November 5, 1864. Sir,—The inclosed letter has just been handed me by Acting Second-Assistant Engineer W. H. Mitchell, of this vessel, who says it was handed to him by one of the men of the Rattler, some ten days since while she was laying alongside of this vessel, with the quest that he (Mr. Mitchell) would send it on shore for him. Mr. Mitchell did not send it on shore, as he knew it was contrary to do so without my permission, and as he knew that I had some letters returned to Captain Glenney a fe
November 4th, 1864 AD (search for this): chapter 1.15
to seek an interview with Colonel Harrison, who finally consented to release them on parole. Upon after consideration, I will keep those paroled men on the Rattler until I can learn if there is any immediate chance of effecting their exchange. If not, I will send them up the first opportunity. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, Thos. O. Selfridge, Lieutenant-Commander. rear-Admiral David D. Porter, Commanding Mississippi Squadron. U. S. S. Rattler, Mississipi river, November 4, 1864. Sir,—It becomes my duty to inform you of the desertion of the executive officer of this vessel, Acting-Ensign E. P. Nellis, and of the escape of Acting-Master D. W. Glenney. Sentries were placed at each door of the room in which Acting-Master Glenney was confined, and all precautions taken as usual. They probably left the vessel between the hours of II and 12 P. M., in a skiff which was on the guard; The officer of deck, Acting-Ensign H. E. Church, reports that he was relieved b
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