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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1863
Page
1
General Milroy's Case Letter Defends Winchester Evacuation
Letter from CXVI discusses Maj. Gen. Milroy and the Winchester evacuation. It cites a Court of Inquiry and Judge Advocate General Holt's review exonerating Milroy, arguing delays were caused by superiors and the retreat by subordinates. The author defends Milroy against charges and seeks to inform the public.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manutinsimna
Eprron Messencer
R. H. Milroy
Winchester
Sth
Milroy
Holt
JL Holt
Milroy’s Defense in Milroy Case Highlights Obedience and Retreat
The document argues Gen Milroy did not disobey orders and details the Winchester retreat under pressure from superior directives. It notes Halleck Schenck telegrams were advisory, Milroy faced overwhelming forces, and a court of inquiry exonerated him while Lincoln prepared a formal decision for publication.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milroy
Ewell
Schenck
Winchester
Lee
Army of the Potomac
Shenandoah Valley
Washington
Baltimore
General Milroy
Blue Ridge
Jenkins
Jones
Imboden
Stuart
McReynolds
Martinsburg
Enoreen
Cel. McReynolds
Lincoln
Col. McReynolds
Maryland
Pennsylvania
Potomac
Slooker
Halleck
Stahl
Hooker
Harrisburg
Gen. Milroy
Gen. Halleck
Fa. DB. M
West Point
Gen
A.B. M
Harpers Ferry
Wardice
Gien
Court of Inquiry
Holt
Letter from the 62nd C V I on Morris Island and forts
A veteran correspondent from the 62nd Ohio Regiment writes from Morris Island South Carolina. He notes veteran reenlistments, hopes for furloughs in Columbus, and reports the destruction of Fort Sumter and the capture of Fort Wagner and Fort Gregg by Union forces. The letter asserts Union control of Morris Island and Charleston harbor, praising officer leadership and military success.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbus
Ohio
Ft. Sumter
Wagner
Gregg
Morris Island
Charleston
Mayor's Grind Stone Bet Prompts Public Square Dare
The Columbus Express reports a bet between Mayor Wray Thomas and Peter Ambos Esq. If Brough wins, the mayor will turn a grind stone in the Public Square for two days as Union men grind their knives. If Vallandigham wins, Ambos will turn the stone for Vallandigham supporters. The mayor begins training for Monday at 9 AM.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Columbus Express
Wray Thomas
Peter Ambos
Brough
Thomas
Vallandigham
Confederate Prisoners Arrive At Wheel ing Va Register
The Wheel ing Virginia Register notes arriving Confederate prisoners. A 24 year old man stands out for aged-appearance hair turned gray after first battle. He is fair complexioned and appears delicate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wheeling
Ohio Governor Proclaims Thanksgiving Day 1868
In 1868 Governor Davin Tod proclaims the last Thursday of November as a day of Thanksgiving and praise for divine mercies and blessings amid the Civil War era. The proclamation honors soldiers, binds the people in duty, and prays for peace and unity nationwide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
General Assembly
Ohio
United States
David Tod
State of
Columbus
Davin ‘Var, Govenor
J. I. Horrman
Grand Lodge of Ohio Condemns Treason and Ends Seccession
In Columbus on October 21 the Masonic Grand Lodge of Ohio unanimously adopted a loyal message. The resolutions condemn secession and pledge to support the General Government to preserve constitutional liberty and the Union, directing a copy to the President.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grand Lodge of
Ohio
Columbus
Masonic Grand Lodge’ of
Howard Matthews
Cincinnati
United States
Union of the States
Grand Lodge
Free Masonry
The Spare Rib Question On Eve And A Man’s Labor
A humorous meditation argues Eve was created to endure household tasks while Adam tended fires, animals, and chores. It contrasts imagined domestic roles with a playful depiction of Adam’s diligence and Eve’s care for Cain, suggesting why a servant was not needed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eve
Hichavek
Cain
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