Sign of the Times Daily War Outlook and Mobilization Notes
Gen Pope's diary hints at a major battle as rebels reinforce Gentonsville and Gen McClellan falls back from James River. Cassius M. Clay returns from Russia denouncing England, praising France. The nation gears for 74,400 men, no draft if fulfilled. W Q Wuiaur assigned to new department including Ohio to Kentucky. Kentucky reports better news. Louisville to Nashville reopened. The article analyzes the war mood, urging leadership and readiness amid growing rebel signs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pope
Gentonsville
Rich
McClellan
James River
Bay
J'ope
Col. Corcoran
Tuul
New York
Cigneral
Cassius M. Clay
Russia
Ohio
Michigan
Indiana
Olinois
Missouri
Kenturky
Kentucky
Louisville
Nanville
America
War Department
Svar
Virginia
Alabama
Tennessee
Arkansas
Ohio River
Free States
History of the American flag and its symbols
A brief historical overview traces Washington unfurling the first flag at Cambridge, the evolution from 13 stripes and 13 stars, and subsequent enlargements through 15 stars in 1795, with references to Saratoga, the War of 1812 and Congress actions to keep the flag manageable as states joined the Union.
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Washington
de Lreeze
Cambridge
St. George
St Andrew
Congress
Ber
Sxine
Fial
Saratoga
WETS on Return Rule and Star Indicator Adopted
The document states no permanent return to the original number of 13 stripes and that any increase should be shown only by adding stars to the flag. It clarifies the method for indicating changes without altering existing stripe count.
Letters defend Lt Wheeler amid Greenbrier raid claims
A First Virginia Cavalry letter to the Messenger defends Lieutenant N W Wheeler after a May 6 raid by rebel cavalry near George Brown in Greenbrier County Virginia. The author condemns accusers, praising Wheeler as brave and fair, noting guards were limited to four for horses and that officers are loyal and respected. The note dismisses reports of his arrest and ends with the unit’s stance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hrworant Co. H
Ist
Cavanny
Buuane
Cagesean
N.W. Wheeler
George Brown
Greenbrier Co
Meels
McKimm
Tim Infantry
Wheeler
Leon
Milroy
Letter from the 90th Regiment in camp and draft notes
A Civil War era letter describes Camp activities with Captains from Vinton and Fayette counties enlisting volunteers, a war meeting, and growing procurement needs. It notes draft concerns, soldiers' morale, local reactions, and an inflammatory Baltimore/Columbus press dispute about Dr. Olds.
Defeat at Baton Rouge and Arkansas Burned in Action
Reports from New Orleans describe a fierce engagement near Baton Rouge with Union forces under Gen Williams repelling Breckinridge and Lovell. The ram Arkansas was set ablaze by gunboats after grounding, with heavy rebel losses and several officers killed or wounded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Breckinridge
Arkansas
Lovell
Ruggles
Butler
New York
North Star
Hoanoke
New Orleans
Baton Rouge
Min
Williams
Blane
Tong Tle
Essex
Lewis Whitemat
Oneida
Indiana
Vermont
Maine
Illiam Arkansas
Suiles
Clark
Bigckinrige
Wiiline
Cahill
Tien
Willisma
Luzarn
Wisconsin
Reith
21St Indiana
Ife
Porter
Orleans
Colonel Lovell
Mansfield Lovell
Richmont
Batoy Nox
Noreross
Poachusetts
Naggles
Mims
Baton Tonge
Alm
Repulse of Rebels at Baton Rouge Reported
A New Orleans account confirms the Confederate attack on Baton Rouge repulsed by Union forces. About 2,500 federals faced 6,000 to 7,000 rebels. Arkansas disabled before reaching the town and later destroyed by the Essex. Both sides suffered heavy losses. gunboats aided, but Arkansas engines failed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Orleann
Baton Rouge
Arkansas
Essex
Battle Near Clarendon and Rebel Incursion Reports
From the Memphis Union Appeal report of August describes a engagement near White River Clarendon where Gen Lovey division and Hindman’s force clashed. Indiana’s 11th Regiment lost seven killed. Hindman’s men were defeated and seven hundred were captured. A letter from Lieut Col Hassell warns of rebel movements in Virginia and urges rapid militia mobilization. A calm assessment notes no attack occurred despite rumors.
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Hovvey
Memphis Union
White River
Clarendon
Lovey
Hindiman
Little Rock
11Th Indiana
Hindman
Hovey
Arkansas
Cheiver
Virginia
W.T YL Titasren
Proctorsville
C. Mowe
Railroad communication cut as rebels burn Kentucky and Edgefield bridges
Telegraphic news reports two Kentucky and Edgefield Railroad bridges burned by rebels near Gallatin and Nashville disrupting lines to Murfreesboro. Federal couriers captured north of Murfreesboro and released. rebels gather forces to threaten Minifeesbue and Tullahoma with reconnaissance noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Morgan de Dt
Gallatin
Nashville
Aggert
Kentucky
Edgefield
Redviser
Tullahoma
Guert Tills
Minfreesbue
Nade Ea
New Speaker and Shifts in Kremtucky Government
James FP Robinson of Scott county elected Speaker of the Senate. Beulah Mageffin resigns the Governorship, with Uhas Robinson becoming Governor de facto for Magellin's term. Matt Johnson of Lexington chosen Secretary of State. Juba B Teaple resigns Presidency of the Military Board, duties devolve to Robinson as Acting Governor. Union-leaning leaders Robinson and Jolson praised.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lonavirus
U.rangement
John EF. Fisk Ilescetseal
Senate
James FP. Robinson
Scott County
Beulah Mageffin
Uhas Robinson
Magellin
Matt Johnson
Lexington
Juba B. Teaple
Military Board
Robinson
Jolson
Union Amen
Army of Virginia Updates from Rapidan Front
From Centerville Va August 17 Col Lin went with a construction train toward Rapidan Station but found no large enemy near the river and delayed repairs until Gen Pope's army arrives. Pickett seized flour stored for Confederates. Rebels report Richmond troops arriving. Sigel drives back a feint near the Rapidan. army holds the line toward Orange Court House with activity spreading eastward.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Army of Virginia
Centevren
Lin
Rapidan Station
Gersonsville
Richmond
Rapidan
Racanboio
Cove
Cassius M Clay assigned to important command in Mississippi
Aug. 18 dispatch notes Cassius M. Clay to be assigned to a key command in the Mississippi region. Colonel Corcoran and others, including Cole Wilkes, will dine with the president. The report mentions consolidation orders for Fremont Mediato and Paulis to define General McDowell's command. Arrests of Thompson supporters and notes on actions near Helena are also cited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cassius J. Clay
Corcoran
Army of Virginia
Woasutye
Cassius M. Clay
Mississippi
Cole Wilkex
Thompson
Oye
Jostin Allen
Corsress
Travis
Fudge Duff
Mallon County
Memphis Buletin
Mth
Jeff
Ey Aly
Helena
Jeff. Thompson
Conial
Hovey
George Carbaugh laid to rest in soldier’s grave tribute
A long obituary notes the death of George Carbaugh a Troy township native born in Meigs County Ohio on September Jt LAM. He enlisted December Ural in Albany as a private with the 751 siveak and died in service. Parents and brother mourn his loss while praising his devotion and sacrifice for his country.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newcreek Stalian
Hampshire County
George Carbaugh
Jacob
Margre*baugh
Meirs Co
Ohio
Athen
Ural
Albany
Charles Winan
Siveak
Conan
Oder
George
Huavevaniens
Juin Coleman
Cowpan
Havine
Bern
Seton
Athens Post Office List of Letters and Glazier Estate Notice
A list of names of letters remaining at the Athens Ohio post office dated August 16 1862 includes George McLaughtin Mason and others. Also noted is the estate of Wi W Clayton deceased with final settlement hearing set for September 20 1263 in the Athens County Probate Court and Calvary Morris probate judge. The notice names Calvary Morris and addresses the estate of Glazier.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens
Ohio
Ceorge McLaughtin J Stabile
George Mason
Sford
Joseph Maxwell
Molly Barens
Jery Mare Emmy Jane Crook
Herbert Newton
Charles Cutler
Js Portes
Crider
Charles Toupuily
Sten Wortosean
Lay Oastern Selemion Ridinghour
David Radel
Rice Charien Enniv
Mary Ji Smith
Ella Belt Saith
Sullivan John Simons
Henry Palzenstein
ML ‘Thompson
Jul Thurston Rey
Itle
Henry Wilson
Ladin Talvert En
Elizabeth m
Mary
Mi Williams
George x Lintistex
Willits
Mary Leonard
Chriitinn
Whaley Hun
HeLuea
John
Mulls
Jenny Wood
Oliver
DM. Clayton, P. Ar
Court of Common Pleas
Cuure
Ohia
L. Jewett
Wilcher
Wan
Eliot
Egainst
Witow
Frebate Court of
Dooehek P.O
Henice
State of
Hierempans
Carthoe
TLC
Tate
Win F. Witeher
W Saith
Azainet
Andl
Oder
Drohale
Paleller
Davek Taf
Athen
Kia
Ringthai
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Caddy
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Black
Wadkins
Col
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Charley
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Mr. Clark
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E. B. Olds
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J . Dorter
Dorter
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Sion
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EL B Ons
Richmond Examiner
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Trio
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Hassell
Courmaindaut Aljuyandalte
N.Y. Tribune
Beringe
Obie
J. WH. Patrick
Athboys
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Migent Wen
Rigel
Telegraphic News
Rchange
Kremtucky
Virinia
Fremont
UO Owasnixeros
United States
Banks
McDowell
Ander Dadier-C
Sturgis
Camnesal Premont
Shenandos Department
Baniss
Second Army
Lim
Gent
Meltowell
Cit
Third
Secretary of War
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Bacon Rouge
New Yong
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Trorkhaidge
Banton Rouge
Ink
Can
Willams
Tas
Walt
Troy Township
Wan. B. Dilete Wai
A. Warren
Julia Caspest Driggh-Nelson
Merrit, Rigua
Sarch BE. Nelson
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