Release of Political Prisoners Sparks Editorial Debate
The column laments the release of Northern political prisoners by the War Department and critiques critics who say the government overstepped its power. It condemns treason and supports strong action to preserve the Union, while arguing loyalty and constitutional authority remain essential. The piece also questions abolitionist rhetoric and defends Secretary Stanton.
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Avirtte
Een H'Men
Stanton
Trisso
Gen
Butler
Tol
Robert
Dale ‘Owens
Archbishop Taghd
Fragmented Civil War Era Speech Fragment
Excerpt praises abolishing slavery and restoring the government. References to overthrowing slavery and the Buchanan administration as a wicked influence, urging that liberty be upheld as a guiding beacon for nations.
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Dow
Buchanan
Debate on Government, Liberty, and Aristocracy
Fragmented letters discuss the Civil War era, praising the republic while denouncing aristocrats seeking slavery and tyranny. The writer cites the founding of government by the people and warns against subversion by a ruling elite.
Roundhead Regiment Letter Describes Valley March and Burnside Era
A soldier correspondent recounts the 9th army corps move from Pleasant Valley to the Shenandoah region in late October 1862. He notes foraging woes, Quaker hospitality in Waterford, and the shift from McClellan to Burnside as commander. He describes camp life near Lovettsville and near the East Branch, the updated guard orders, and reliance on Gen. Burnside for future victory. He mentions pay delays, a sick list, and requests for supplies from Russell Errett.
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Mn. Borror
South Mountain
Antietam
Potomace
Berlin
Lovettsville
Rebs
M’clellan
Louden County
Waterford
Seceshi
Kidd
Corps
Blue Ridge
Union Spiders
Androld
Birnside
McClellan
Maryland
Uplon
Burnside
Outip
Ten
Hannock
Russell Errett
Regimental letter from Beaver County unit reports uniforms and hospital care
A Civil War era letter from the 140th Regiment lauds a state presentation of stand off colors to Col. R. P. Roberts, notes good beef and hospital care, cites railway delays and stock profits, and questions political loyalties and graft as the army prepares for winter quarters.
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Cat. S- B. Thomas
Ice
Commonwealth
Sergeant Riddle
Roberts
Central
United States
F. Hill
Candor
Washington
Br. Wishart
Datu
Thy
Giemberg
Gutfebing Wat
Fai
Campbell
Gieutenant ii
Henty
Diay
Woot
Department
Schenck
Col
Bergémy
Wisk
Sbraven
Threatened Retaliation Letter From Davis Referenced
A Richmond executive note dated November 18 discusses a Memphis Daily Appeal report about ten Confederate captives in Missouri. It instructs General Holmes to verify the report and threaten surrender or face retaliation by United States forces.
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Jeff. Davis
Missouri
Richmond
Memphis
Almyra
Courter
Federal Journal
M’neil
United States Army
Weil
Rand
United States
Fragmented Civil War Letters Contain Smear and Strategy
readable fragments discuss Burnside and McClellan in the Richmond campaign, with political scheming over a Fredericksburg route and claims about who truly plans the army movement. the text also recounts a social scene with a woman seeking a passport from a general and a jokey exchange about uncle sam and passes.
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Ricksbo
Jellan
Burnside
Richmond
Clellan
Fredericksbur
M'Clelan
Dane
Tad Lone
Mary
Marrag
Grant army in motion as Sherman nears Memphis
Nov 29 entry notes Grant's forces moving with Sherman toward Memphis. It reports Grant's army struck tents and marched, with seven days rations prepared. It mentions limited tents per twenty men and men receiving rewards, while rebels retreat toward Grenada, tearing up valuables and escorting prisoners through a tense frontier.
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Carta
Grant
Grenada
Extract of Gen French letter admires American soldiers
An Atlantic excerpt presents Gen French praising American troops amid hardships. The officer describes breadless days, soaked clothes, and exposure as soldiers march, contrasting American grit with Crimea memories. He recalls smugglers and naked feet, noting patience and resolve.
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Paria. Pays
Chis
United ‘States
Sampai
Nyich
Rebel Attack on Newbern near Puerta Commanded by Brigha
Fragmented report describes Confederate rebels under Brigha Martin attempting to seize Newbern or nearby Puerta, with a brisk skirmish leading to a provisional repulse. Massachusets troops, a detachment from Trebels, and other units faced counterattack and retreat amid confusion.
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Puerta
Brigha ‘Martin
Companieg
Massachhisetts
Pachelgr
Ehels
Alhot
Olin Koreas
Ifiken
Fragmentary Memphis Cairo Chronicle Notes and Reflections
A jagged transcription from Memphis Cairo includes scattered remarks on local events and historic reflections. Observations mention bells, civic loyalties, and cultural ties spanning Germany and Britain, with personal recollections about childhood and home.
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Park Row
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Boston
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Breckenridge
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Ayryn
Israel
Mene Tekel
South Carolina
Charleston
Monsey
Hibert Riyt
Sro
Uss
Republis
Ashe County
Memnen
Wasamatox
Congress
Vallandizham & Cos
Wdericka
Regi Sement
Caxpon Canter's Boy
Pital
Warrenton
Bhurlock
140Th Reg. P.V
Richiond
Kentucky
Louisvilly
Columbus
Bineg
Ohio
Ters
Rosecrans
Amilton
Rtg
Cincinnati
Newbern
Cairo
Trias
Arnion
Georseo
Peetly
Hans
Aintil
Germany
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