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Newspaper
Beaver Argus
Location
Beaver, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 30, 1864
Page
2
Fragmented notice announces removal to a room over De Cummins Drug Store opposite the old office. Perimeter description refers to entrance on the north side and readiness to attend to needs at all times, with unclear names and directions.
Editor Dean reports arrival in Harrisburg and Philadelphia for the 1864 Democratic convention. He describes delays on the Central Railroad, noting Burnside’s appearance and the crowd in Philadelphia. He condemns the convention's chaos, party factions, and treason accusations toward Witte and Davis supporters.
The Harrisburg Telegraph reports Major James Q Anderson of the Seventeenth Regiment was dismissed on February 24 last for a trivial charge but was later vindicated. He is restored to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel, after patient inquiry and testing his service, and is praised as a gallant soldier.
The Pittsburg Conference of the Methodist Church released the yearly appointments. Presiding Elder Allegheny District lists clergy including J D Knox, W D Stevens and others serving Blairsville to Cambridge and New Brighton. Rev W B Watkins moves to Trinity Church in Pittsburg Ninth Ward. J D Kincar goes to Spring Dale. Bracken to Washington PA. Stevens to Coshocton Ohio.
The inquest reveals Gege Shook, 17, son of Samuel Shook of New Brighton, was fatally injured after jumping onto an eastward bound train. His right arm was mangled, neck dislocated, and head bruised. he died within minutes after being removed from the cars.
An advertisement promotes Stoker in New Brighton offering a wide range of boots shoes and gaiters. It promises quality assortments and latest styles with emphasis on value and satisfaction for customers.
A fragmentary report recalls a speech by an Alabama senator addressing postwar fears and the looming fate of Fort Sumter. The speaker cites Confederate odds, warns of bloodshed, and anticipates Alabama reverting to the Union within days with leaders like Walker and Davis cited among discussing secession’s end.
The piece reports on Democratic state actions, a convention’s stance favoring certain nominees, and the Arkansas election results with counties remaining, noting constitutional ratification and guerrilla threats. It lists court verdicts including Guilty and Plea outcomes with various indictments and costs.
Fragmented report discusses East Tennessee secessionist tension and the potential for new statehood amid Civil War era slaveholders, plus a New Castle convention on music led by Prof. AL N Johnson. Mentions Stokes store ads in New Brighton and a call for local Justices of the Peace to file acceptance within thirty days.
A Richmond dispatch quotes prospects for peace talks with Lincoln proposing Jefferson Davis as successor and Lee leading Yankee forces. The piece notes Southern rejection of terms with “robbers” who would enslave them, insisting the Confederacy will not be ruled by the North.
A study titled Investigation of the official figures shows Pennsylvania’s enlistment in the Regular Army Navy and Marine service will nearly satisfy the 500000 man call. The 74000 deficiency figure is disputed as wrong, reflecting total men from the state under all calls with no credit for veterans or new drafts since January. Gy Carith has sent his Military Secretary to Washington to seek correction, aiming to boost recruiting and morale.
The Norfolk Regime claims the Government contracts John Minor Botts to supply two corps of the Army of the Potomac with wood. Soldiers stop cutting and hauling, while Botts furnishes 2,000 cards per month at a nominal rate.
A Civil War era circular from Superintendent Charles R. Coburn asks school officers to report the number of indigent war orphans in their districts and to identify local institutions able to educate and maintain them with state support. The letter stresses prompt action by April and links aid to relieved families and benevolence.
The piece contrasts earlier threats of slaughter of Black troops with a later claim that contrite views emerge. It notes that three Black soldiers captured with Julia Baker were not killed but handed over, suggesting shifting Southern attitudes toward Black fighters and the idea of surrendering Black troops to their own people. The text questions whether the South has begun to fear that Black soldiers will fight.
Washington dispatch on the 25th reports General Grant at the front this morning with plans for a grand review. It notes Grant will take quarters with General Meade for the present and discusses possible radical reorganization of the army of the Potomac, with opinions divided on Meade's retention.
Latest Chattanooga dispatch notes the death of Thomas, a leading local merchant. Rebels push at Dalton with about three thousand cavalry on this side, while Johnson's army gains reinforcements. Longstreet's cavalry under General Martin reaches Marietta, Georgia. Deserters continue to arrive as artillery moves from the rear and frontier movements are reported toward northern Texas.
A 14 year old United States introduction claims Tomas Veseriay Liniment provides universal pain relief. Ads tout it as a guaranteed remedy for colds coughs influenza and minor injuries with 25 cent and 50 cent bottles available. Sold by all druggists in New York and nationwide.
Richmond papers publish the rebel congress act allowing free black men and male slaves to be employed in military defences with rations and pay, except arming them. The measure is deemed too risky to arm them at this stage of the rebellion.
The dispatch reports General Forrest routing rebels near Nashville and capturing fort supplies. It notes twelve killed on our side, about three hundred rebels killed or captured, and remains of fires at government storehouses with destruction by our forces.
A garbled OCR fragment references Florida and wartime roles including a private and a president. Mentions Hay battle and exculpation, with scattered names and phrases, but lacks clear context or complete sentences.
The text presents garbled excerpts mentioning Union figures, Confederate acts, and wartime politics. It references Lieutenant General German and the Potomac, hospitals, and a Democratic ticket, with scattered names and locations such as Richmond, Ohio, and Beaver.
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