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Newspaper
Beaver Argus
Location
Beaver, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1863
Page
2
Notice states that T C Nicholson has disposed of his interest in Beaver drges and all debtors for subscription and job work should settle with J L Anderson who is authorized to receipt in Nicholson's name. dated February 10, 762.
The Executive Committee of the Republican and Union party plans a meeting at the Court House on Wednesday the 8th at 1 o clock. The list of attendees includes L Imbrie and many others. The notice warns against traitors and promises publication of further letters next week.
A chaotic report recalls Vallendigham nominated for President amid a chaotic county convention. The piece notes a New Jersey township meeting on the 28th, debates over the ticket, and fear of treason among factions. It mentions editorials and a Pittsburgh editor dying at home at age fifty-one.
The piece criticizes England for threats and demands of apology over naval matters and accuses France of shifting from friendship to self interest. It argues for strong U S responses, including neutrality or war, citing alleged English piracy and Confederate support, and laments French leadership turning toward selfish aims under a despotic figure.
The article argues Napoleon’s war on Mexico signals a doomed bid for global dominance. It notes France’s interference in American affairs as dangerous and predicts a likely overthrow, urging Republicans to mobilize for October voting and local elections. It cites Chase’s loan offer and forecasts Republican strength in key states.
Readable portions show a March 10 entry about mail, hospital care, and supply issues. The writer questions city deeds and a defaced public sword, asks about funding for soldiers, and critiques county expenditures and charity distributions during the war.
A fragmented plea urges authorities to stop vandalism of a village ornament and impose strict measures to prevent further mischief. The author criticizes a figure named Hog and calls for action to protect the decorated symbol from destruction.
A fragment from Army correspondence discusses endurance of the Civil War, Emancipation Proclamation support, and reliance on enslaved labor, with hopes of quick peace and loyalty to the Union. It notes troops near Camp Pierpont and Washington, and defends Union resolve against secessionist sympathy.
Obituary fragment listing soldiers from the 134th Pennsylvania Volunteer Regiment and 184th Regiment who died in hospitals near Falmouth and Fredericksburg Virginia and in Beaver County Pennsylvania between November and December 1862. It laments disease’s toll, recalls fallen comrades, and urges local authorities to address public nuisances as a wartime memorial note.
The Hertisburg correspondence reviews debate in the Pennsylvania House and Senate. It highlights speaker Hoyge kin’s approach, debates on railroad taxes, and calls for unity against traitors in the North while praising state commissioners and local officials for their work.
Notice to members of the Beaver County Agricultural Society Board to meet on a specified April day at a stated hour for organization. Bids will be received for renting fair grounds to the highest and best bidder. Meeting at the secretary's office. March 17, 1863.
Two forts on the Tennessee River were evacuated and destroyed by Federal troops on the 6th, their farmaments and stores moved to Fort Donelson. Report notes overflow risks and suggests stronger works be erected nearby for offensive or defensive use.
A Darlington Beaver County union meeting at Free Church discussed support for the Union cause, recognizing Dr. S. McRoss and others, with resolutions urging loyalty to the government and praying for soldiers. The event touched on draft issues, local political shifts, and military reinforcement matters.
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