24 Dec 1862
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Newspaper
Beaver Argus
Location
Beaver, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1862
Page
2
The Star pleads with subscribers in arrears to pay up by January first to avoid higher prices. Advertising rates rise after this date and office staff note increased paper costs. The piece cites government tax actions, bank policy changes, and a call for fair treatment of Northern Black children’s schooling.
Reports say Cal. Quay has resigned his commission due to ill health after serving as aid to Gen. Pyler at Fredericksburg. His departure is universally regretted by the regiment whose men were deeply attached to him. The colonel leaves the service as he is physically unfit for military duty.
A block of politicians urge the President to appoint a Massachusetts born military governor in Florida to enlist 20 000 armed emigrants and families as a scheme to secure Florida from rebels. Gen Banks in Texas and Butler in Louisiana drive a plan that could create several new free states, including Western Virginia, as the Union moves toward a broader emancipation. The article argues the times favor progress for Africa n race and the elevation of enslaved states to equality with freer sections.
A historical critique argues British policy favored the South during the American Civil War, citing England's aristocratic government, naval power, and economic interests. It argues Britain manipulated support while publicly claiming neutrality, detailing tensions with the North and critiques of Halleck and Stanton in the Union’s leadership.
A shaky statement claims my name was attached to a pardon petition for a prisoner. I signed the petition after checking with neighbors and officials, then withdrew it to prevent an error. I deny any desire for leniency affecting the murder case and affirm the truth of my actions and identity.
Casualties from Parpenickspena report 184th Regiment P V with many killed and wounded. Lieut Hugh Barng and Jos A Davidson among those killed. Captains Vera and Anderson in Co F unhurt. Regiment entered battle with 559 men, only 225 answered roll call. heavy bayonet assault over rebel works. Richmond paper cites Confederate losses at 8500.
Letter from Beaver County describes actions of Company L and Company F in the Civil War frontier. It notes 32 men entered, 19 returned, officers killed or wounded, and praises the bravery of the Reserve Corps amid heavy combat near the Rappahannock and rebel batteries.
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