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Newspaper
Aurora Commercial
Location
Aurora, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1863
Page
2
The author argues that judging eternal punishment requires an unbiased, expansive mind able to grasp God’s immensity and the universe. Human bias and self interest corrupt judgment, while God’s hatred of sin and the vast scale of creation explain the true severity and proportion of eternal punishment.
An Indianapolis Journal letter from Rappahannock Station dated Aug 31 notes extreme heat on the river frontier and slow army movements. Deserters from Lee’s army report Charleston’s fall would force a Confederate collapse, while Copperhead critics in the North are discussed. The Seventh Regiment reports good quarters and routine picket duty as hospital reorganizations consolidate into division facilities to improve care and funds.
Indianapolis report notes Adjutant General Noble in Washington says Indiana will not draft. Volunteers exceed state quotas, with 94 045 three year men and excess of 28 651 toward future calls. Governor Morton to pay draft expenses and organize state guards. U S troops to field, prison camps under governor.
An 19th century notice offers bounty and advance pay to new recruits. Raw recruits receive $300 and veterans receive $400 for service, with eligibility tied to prior military experience. The fragment indicates payment to soldiers joining the army, reflecting recruitment incentives of the period.
The Twelfth Annual Dearborn County Agricultural Society fair at the Aurora grounds begins Sept. 22. Officials promise orderly handling, moderate premiums, and fair treatment for exhibitors as preparations finish. A lengthy defense of the Society contrasts with a critical column from the Democratic Register. The piece also includes spirited appeals for Sanitary Commission support and soldier aid messages.
A reprint of charges against Rev. J. H. Lozier, Indiana Sanitary Commission agent, is cited to show falsity of earlier Lawrenceburg Register criticisms. The column recounts court martial outcomes, alleged eavesdropping charges, and debates over conduct of officers and volunteers in the 37th Regiment during the Civil War.
Communications from September 1863 reveal plans to lead Sanitary supplies to Indiana troops in Gen. Grant's army. Efforts focus on Rosegrap army and transporting goods, with funds spent on boat loads and sick evacuations. Captain Guntherkand expects to supervise a transport next month for the 37th and 6th Infantry and 4th Indiana Cavalry. I will convey any special contributions intended for soldiers in the 68th or own regiment.
In Logan Cross Roads the community honors William Juily of the 83d who died far from home. A large funeral gathered mourners as Rev. Silver, Rev. Flood, and Rev. Judge Cotton offered remarks and closing prayers. Names of local loyal men are praised for steadfast support during perilous times.
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