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Newspaper

Beaver Argus

Location

Beaver, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Mar 16, 1864

Page

2

Removal notice from old office near Dr Ching Drug Store

The Arcts Order has been removed to the roof over Dr Ching Drug Store near the old office. It states they will attend to the transfers and await friends at the north side entrance.

Be sure to note bar Di Thos. Donehoo for Beaver calls

The notice mentions Di Thos Donehoo late of Westsville Ohio now in Beaver receiving calls at his office in Toeanthord near the National Hotel. The column directs readers to Dr P B Young of Freedom and an advertisement for a seminary in this issue.

Donehoo Westsville Ohio Beaver National Hotel Drs P. B. Young Freedom A Ie

Local Editor Retains Control of Star Amid Paper Changes

The Star editor asserts continued control for a few weeks due to changes in arrangements. The excerpt discusses Pennsylvania legislature delays, calls for lawmakers to work, notes a death in New Galilee, and reports on trials, liquor-law prosecutions, and military enlistment guidance for veterans.

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Fragmentary notice hints at rescheduled state dates

The readable text fragments reference a state matter with dates unclear and hints at changes. Names and places are unreadable, leaving a vague outline of a planned announcement and related scheduling.

McClellan Blunders and Copperhead Ties Highlight 1861 Rivalry

The piece rails at General McClellan for military missteps from Yorktown to Bull Run and Antietam, blaming blunders on leadership and delays. It denounces his 1861 copperhead alignment and criticizes the Woodward campaign report as a harmful electioneering move.

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Treasurer’s Report of Soldiers Aid Society District 22

The report lists receipts from multiple individuals including Jimnes ae Smart jr Thos Smart and James P Dilworth totaling 68. Expenditures include room costs 50 and flag noting thread etc 17.63. The balance in treasury stands 0. Balance shown 67.68.

Soldiers’ Aid Society Smart Darlington Py Belove Rco Penna Receipts Jimnes Ae Smart, Jr Gra Jr Washington James P. Dilworth D. Vaughan Mary Dilwerds Maey R Fdrbes and Eabern Margret Duff Nancy Will Miss i Hailshorn Ming Lou W.J

Lincoln, Chase Letter Advocates Unity and Lincoln for President

A secretary writes to Ohio legislators urging support for Abraham Lincoln in the presidency. The letter extols Lincoln as superior, capable, and unifying, warning against division and urging reconciliation to restore the nation. It argues that Lincoln can sustain the government and best serve the country, while noting Chase’s pivotal role in preserving the nation’s life.

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Grand Jury Commends District Attorney Jamen & Rutan

The Grand Jury and Court thank District Attorney Jamen and Rutan for prompt, careful work in indictments. Their energy kept the Inquest moving despite late data, enabling timely closure of business and saving county expenses. Foreman A. Laird commends their diligence and attentiveness.

Jamen & Rutan Grand Jury

Testimonial for Wm A Laikd Praised by Beaver County Citizens

In 1864 the Grand Ingh is praised for Beaver County service. Lt Enison notes the Clerk of Quarter Seevigns helped obtain a testimonial. The record highlights examination of indictments and the army detachment at Ponhattem, with a note on prohibiting further information by unauthorized authors.

Mr. Enison Franks Beaver County Wm.a.laikd Elighuy Withensow Pasnud Dilla Sora XN Ewwnerk

New Ironclad Gunboat with Mighty Engines

A newly built ironclad gunboat lies at the wharf drawing keen nautical interest. Reported to be powered by immense engines, the vessel features a sharp bow, walls four feet thick, and a hull with a unique inverted-line shape. Armament includes a 109 pounder Parrott and eleven 124 pounder howitzers. It is claimed to rival the speed of thirty miles per hour, with a run from Mound City to the site in under 12 minutes.

Miasiasippi Marine Rigade Mound City Falepee Advent New Albany Lnd Ander Colletion Navy Batia

Military Arrangements Under Grant Command

By order of the President Lieutenant General Grant is assigned to command the armies of the United States. Major General Halleck is relieved as General in Chief and assigned to special duty in Washington. Major General Sherman is placed to command the Military Division of the Mississippi and the Departments of the Union Cumberland, Tennessee, and Arkansas. Major General McPherson commands the Department of the Tennessee. Grant will establish headquarters in the field with the arm ies under his supervision.

Grant Th United Ae Ee Halleck Washington Sherman Mississippi Unib Cumberland Tonnesace Arkansas Pete M'phérxon Department of the Tennessee Armiva

Washington Items General Grant and staff changes

General Grant will receive command transfer from the West and stay in Washington to supervise the four armies in the field. Meade remains with the Army of the Potomac. General W F Smith to be Major General of Volunteers and join staff. The War Department estimates 100,000 new enlistments by April and a draft to fill Kentucky, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Maryland quotas, with a further call for 200,000 men.

Girant Washington Meade Grants War Department Kentucky Pennsylvania New Jersey Flaryland

Call for Troops Authorized by War Department

Washington on March 14 1864 reports an additional call for two hundred thousand men is planned to be issued for the day after. The move aims to fill deficits under recent amendments to the draft act authorizing transfers of enlistments from the Army to the Navy and Marine Corps across states.

Sahich Wal Lip The York Times McClellan Potomac McC Firginia Fratlin Wadsworth Fitz John Porter Pollard Virginia Munsot Swithini Alxandria McCallen Wastngton Navy and Marine'corps

Bonaparte Refused a Crown and Mexico’s Crownship Hope

The piece notes Maximilian’s hesitation to accept the Mexican crown and recalls Napoleon Bonaparte’s prior refusal in 1820 when offered a Mexican throne. It quotes Bonaparte claiming two crowns already worn and praising republican institutions in America as better for happiness and national unity.

Maximilian Mexico Joseph Boonaparte Count de Surviilors America

Shocking Accident Aboard Boat Causes Deaths and Injuries

A Saturday evening accident on a river boat bound for Cincinnati killed Edward Haigh and a deckhand, and injured Johnny Mackay. A third man, Markey, escaped serious harm but suffered leg injuries as the vessel broke free from a line. Haigh, a local youth, was swept away by the current and remained missing as search efforts continued.

Oman Paatiion Cochran i Cincinnati Edward Haigh Johnny “Mackay Atreet Young Haigh J. P. Haigh Markey Mackey Pitts Chronicle

Important bounty dispute clarified for soldiers heirs

The case reviews whether arrears or bounty reductions apply to a deceased soldier. Comptroller Brodhead rules no law supports deducting indebted balances from bounty. June 145 reports prisoner exchanges halted and criticism of a Dahlgren order fabrication notions circulate. debates on Northern insurrection pressure continue.

Comptrolley Brodhead Olidiei United States

Union meeting presided by former U S Senator in Huntsville

Former United States Senator Jere Clemena presided over a large Union meeting in Huntsville Alabama. The gathering passed resolutions though no convention was called.

Wets Jere Clemena Huntsville Alabama United States

Enlistment Fees Announced at New Brighton Office

Captain and Provost Marshal John C. Watson states enlistment fees of 15 dollars for new recruits and 25 dollars for veterans will be paid to a private citizen who recruits. The notice appears in the Pro Maninat's Office at 2400 Prat. Px New Brighton and is dated February 8, 1964.

Cazpita A. L Maninat New Brighton Argus John Cute Eatson

Kilpatrick Raid Details Reach Richmond and Prisoner Controversy

Fragmented report outlines Kilpatrick's raid near Richmond with prisoner handling tensions. It mentions Turner as keeper, threats of execution if prisoners escape, and guards ordered to shoot anyone at windows or stairways. The piece notes Libby prison, forestalled cleaning, and warnings to keep the city secure as siege rumors spread.

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Historical note on Indigenous nations amid US policy shifts

Fragmented OCR text describes Choctaw and Chickasaw rehabilitation terms, Seminoles resisting under rebel General Cooper, and US government actions. Mentions New York Sarsaparilla, Fifth Avenue wealth, Knoxville residence, blockades, conscription, and censorship by the Department of Justice alongside figures like Basil Dake.

Married-Nardi Tui, Ca i Walter. Brown, Mrs Janes: Dies

Beaver county obituary item notes the death of Mrs Janes Brown and mentions Nardi Tui and Walter Ca i. The fragmentary clipping records a fatality in Beaver County with limited biographical details.

Nardi Tui Cai Walter Brown Janes Dies” Misa Saran Cullouol Beaver County

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