Campaign ads and First Amendment stance in late edition
The Argus announces an August through August circulation of ads to subscribers at 50 cents per copy. It urges prompt advertisement submissions and notes editorials and other matter intended for this issue, while highlighting support for the First Amendment and electoral choices ahead of elections.
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S.H. Peirsol
Beaver County
Wheeler.& Wilson
Wheeler & Wilson
H. Peirsol
Bogver
First Amendment vote tallies across fifty four counties
Partial results show broad support for the amendment with varying counts by county. Counties including Cameron Elk Forrest Franklin Fator Greene Kent Pike Potter Warren and Wayne reported favorable totals, while totals across the state suggest a strong majority in favor. Officials note the vote reflects a public interest in constitutional amendment proposals statewide.
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The Peace Party and the Enduring War Debate
A critic argues against a peace party tied to recognition of the Confederacy. The piece questions terms of surrender, boundary lines, and slave return, warning that conceding soon risks renewed war and calls readers to beware promising peace.
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Fragmented cry for peace and loyalty amid political turmoil
A mangled wartime style plea calls for a permanent peace while warning readers about treason and traitors. The text mentions an administration seeking stability and cautions against false promises aimed at deceiving loyal citizens.
Destructive Fire Ravages Kennedy Saw Mill Complex
A Wednesday night blaze in a Pennsylvania county, originating from a heated gudgeon in M. T. Kennedy’s Keg Factory, destroyed the Kennedy saw mill and two establishments with extensive lumber. Fire consumed several other buildings, including homes and a hardware store, with losses estimated between 50 000 and 100 600 dollars. Despite wind aiding containment, much property was lost and many residents became homeless, aided by charity.
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Stewart, Kennedy’ & Cor
Matthew Saga
Ennedy & Wulf
Wolcott
Buiding
Kennedy & Stewart
Furnita
Wm. Cannon
Caskeys
Johnston
Fragmentary Names List From Beeta Rel Poi Ation
Readable text shows a dense roster of personal names and places such as Beeta rel Poi ation and Beaver Ohio Samuel Fister along with multiple last names and towns including Beaver Township, New Brighton, Chippewa, and Rochester. The fragment appears as an OCR garble listing numerous individuals without clear context or event.
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David Ans
Archi
Thepoadense
Matthies
Anderson
North Sovkey
Jae
Richmond
John
Brown
She Weiter
Chas
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Eco Brow
Reuben Hendrickson
Tomy
Edmund Darlington
Barclay
John C Daf
TM Morse
Moon
GW Biiney
New Sewick Kly
G 'B Baker
Elijah
Romigh
Binge Peacock
Borough
Davi Minis
Chippewa
Jonah, Platt
Phillipsburgh
Robert Ruth
Samuel
Pencer
New Brighton
John Tinsman
Enrolment Inquiries Guided by Provost Marshal Office
Notices from August 22 1864 advise all inquiries on enrolment draft exemptions and related liabilities be directed to the Provost Marshal of the appropriate district. Answers may be sourced from the Provost Marshal General in Washington, substitutes may be accepted, and brokers may act with authorization. John Cuthbertson Captain Provost Marshal 24th Dist.
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Beaver Counts
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Beaver County Agricultural Society Meeting Minutes
The Bea ver County Agricultural Society Board met in July 1864. A committee was formed to inspect and repair the fair grounds, another to oversee repairs at the businge, and Marshals John Baxter and James Hazen were appointed for the coming fair. The printing committee received instructions and the board adjourned to meet last Saturday in August to finalize regulations.
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Samuel Magaw
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Strock
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Rebel uprisings and prison unrest near Camp Morton report
The dispatch describes rebel actions and guard preparations around Camp Morton with reports of tunneling attempts by prisoners. It notes authorities plan force protection and claims evidence of coordination among guards and inmates amid ongoing disturbances. A separate Mississippi report describes a “Republic” rebellion in a swamp region as Confederate efforts face resistance and potential collapse.
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