From Kentucky
[Special Correspondence of the Dispatch.]In regard to the reported assault on Fort Henry by the Federals, I have it in my power to tell you, after diligent inquiry, that only a few shots were fired from the fleet, and the enemy having landed a small force and finding nothing to be gained, hastily withdrew them and retired. For a time the ladies of Nashville were frightened by the silly report that Forts Henry and Donelson were taken, and that a rapid ascent of the Cumberland river would be made by the Federals.
The status of army matters at Green river remains much the same. A small detachment of Buell's force is on this side, but it is doubted whether it will stand its ground many days. Indeed, the favorite strategy of recrossing may already be accomplished.
Although the Northern newspapers claim that Garfield obtained a victory over Marshall, near Prestonsburg, it is not believed to be well founded. On the contrary, it is known that the story of Gen. Marshall's forces having been disbanded is false, and that a substantial triumph was gained by his brave and impetuous troops. That he should be instantly reinforced and allowed to accomplish the objects of his campaign is too plain to admit of argument. The War Department is doubtless awake to the subject.
The resignation of Cameron is interpreted here as a coup, to propitiate the people of Kentucky and Missouri. It cannot succeed With his ultra emancipation views, the Lincoln administration was growing small by degrees and beautifully less in this country, and policy dictated that the ship of State should be lightened by throwing overboard the most fanatical of the crew. The people of Kentucky cannot and will not longer be deceived, it is hoped, by the hypocritical professions and base policy of Abe Lincoln.
When the telegraph brought the sad news of the death of ex-President Tyler, the announcement was received by all with profound regret. It was to be supposed that Virginias, far away from their homes, and from the honored soll of their much honored mother, would experience a special and sorrow, at the loss of so distinguished and virtuous a citizen. Though they are not permitted to participate in the ceremonies of honor to his memory, or place flowers on the baler of the hero-statesman, they will drop a manly tear for the noble dead, and strike the more strongly for the cause he loved so well.
Capt. Boswell's company, of the 55th regiment, has just been called to deplore the death of one of its most valued members.--George W. Loafman, of Mecklenburg, is dead. At a meeting of the company, Lt. John B. McPhall, delivered a handsome eulogy, in commemoration of his virtues.
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