Great Battle of Chancellorsville Ends in Hard-Fought Repulse
A Confederate and Union clash near Fredericksburg describes six hours of fighting, with Hancock and Sickles under heavy pressure. Union forces hold positions until ammunition runs low, then fall back in good order as Fifth, Sixth, and Second Corps troops press forward, and the town of Fredericksburg sustains bombardment. Ambulances, surgeons, and wounded fill local roads as troops maneuver through river crossings and the Chancellor House area.
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Motie
New. Jersey
Francine
Coach
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Chancellor House
Car
Peyzfolds
Meale
Wumphres
Chancellorsville
Chancelloreville
Guy
General Hooker Proves Bravest Commander Under Fire
A battlefield report describes General Hooker standing on a brick porch when a shell hits the pillar and shatters it. He is knocked down yet unhurt and remains active at the front, earning praise as one of the bravest officers in the field.
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Shaler
United States Artillery
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Wheaton
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Newton's
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Healy
Chasseure
Predericksburg
Gibbon
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Newton
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Mark
Chancelloreville
Chancellorsville Road
Hooker
Tevides
Col. Weld
Nee Meades
Phrapyieura
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Philadelphia
Geni
Henry
Retreat of the Whole Army Over the Rappahannock
The Tribune reports the Army of the Potomac crossed back over the Rappahannock at United States and Banks Ford ending the retreat by Wednesday. Meade’s fifth corps covered the withdrawal while Lee’s sharp-shooters harassed the pursuit.
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the Rappahannock
New York
the Tribune
Meade
Lee
Hooker
National Intelligencer
War Department
Cancellorsville
Rappahannoes
Virginia
Stoneman
Richmond
Jesussee
Gen. S
Cooperative
Gen Hooker recrosses Rapidan in renewed advance toward Richmond
Telegraphed extras report Gen Hooker’s army crossed the Rapidan again with sixteen days rations. The force moved from Chancellorville and pressed the retreating enemy, leaving wounded and dead behind. Travelers surrender and reveal Richmond upheaval spurred by Stoneman’s raid. Hooker sought Peck and Keyes cooperation for a second push toward Richmond.
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Philadelphia
Pittsburg
Hooker
Chancelloraville
Richmond
Stoneman
Nallvele
Peck
Keyes
Conflicting War Department reports on troop movements
Dispatches report Gen Keye and War Department officials sharing differing accounts of Peck and Echmond movements near Richmond and across the Rappahannock. The morning papers note many conflicting stories, urging readers to judge the truth themselves.
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Keye
War Department
Ge Fee
Richmond
Peck
Echmond
Hool
Rappahannock
Proclamation by the President on May 8 1863
Lincoln proclaims recruitment under the 1863 act to enroll and equip national forces. The document asserts loyalty to the Union, outlines alienage restrictions for foreign birth citizens, and declares obligations of those who have declared intent to become citizens during the ongoing insurrection. Done in Washington with seal and state secretary’s signature.
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United States
Congress
United
Washington
Abraham Lincoln
William H.seward
Vallandigham Arrest Sparks Dayton Riots
The Copperheads attempted to rescue Democrat Clement Vallandigham after his arrest at his Dayton residence on Tuesday October 6. A mob attacked the Journal office in Dayton as troops from Columbus were dispatched to restore order.
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Annestep
Vallandigham
Dayton
Ohio
Journal
Columbus
Battle Echoes of Vicksburg Fight Rumors
A correspondent reports claims from a participant in the Vicksburg action describing the defense manned largely by enslaved people. He says they did not retreat to avoid punishment and many fell into Confederate hands.
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Vicksburg
New York May 11 Tow Steamer Arrives as Ironclads Move North
The steamer Tow from Port Royal reached New York on May 11. All ironclads departed for North Edisto, with the new USS Toonsides staying anchored off Charleston Bar.
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New Youk
Port Royal
North Edisto
Charleston Bar
Farewell meeting for Rev. C. W. Mateer at Bridgewater Church
The Bridgewater Presbyterian Church hosts a farewell meeting for Rev. C. W. Mateer on Thursday evening the 14th at 7 oclock. The public is invited to attend as Mateer prepares to leave for China. Professor Smith, principal of Union School, is noted elsewhere as elected County Superintendent by the Common School board.
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Smith
Ibes
Sehgal
Jefferson
D. AL Cantingham
Cy War Ri Av. Moore
Adaline
Morifrap
I Brown
Freedom
Sireesure J. Baker
New Sewheisly
Charinda. Moras
Betp
Beaver County
Rev
Geo. Darling
Mb. Chow
Ort Sewickly
Yas Laure
Train Cavalry Casualties Report From Engagement
The record lists Captain James Q Anderson and the 1401 Reg. Vols. detailing casualties from a late engagement. Eight horses killed and two men wounded, with several missing or reported wounded. Names include Samira A Carson, Thidph Baker, Madison Moore, Edwin Sloans, Andrew Watterson, Op Phillips, Jo Baldwin, among others.
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James Q Anderson
Joshie
Pla
Foln Sundin Din
Joeph
Horkes
Samira
A. Carson
Thidph Baker
Madison Moore
Edwin Sloans ‘Company
Andrew Watterson
Phillips
Baldwin
Tax Collector D Serdar to Meet at Darlington Be
The notice states that D Serdar Exo U S Collector will be at Beaver on the 48th inst to receive taxes for February and March at Darlington on the 20th. The event is part of the ongoing tax collection process per the official notice.
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D. Serdar
U.S
Roester
Darlington
Marels
Beaver Station Ch P RR Needs Better Passenger and Freight Depot
Voice of citizens mocks the Beaver Station area saying the Ch P RR line offers a poor passenger and freight depot with a one horse shack like station. They urge directors to consult public interests and improve road access and courthouse street leading to the depot.
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Ion
Ch & P. RR
Paulo
Ishanty
le Hill
Thei
Atches
Ithd Tong
Copperhead trouble and Vallandigham in Dayton
A fragment reports Copperhead unrest surrounding Vallandigham. General Burksides oversees Ohio forces and Vallandigham faces a military court martial in Cincinnati. Citizens sympathize with Dayton protests as arrests mount and a New York newspaper notes the incident.
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Burksides
Department ‘of the Ohio
Aqldiers
Dayto Ohio
Cincinnati
Senesai
New Bewickly
Lier’s Defiance Prompts Strong Editorial Response
A local newspaper comments on a controversial figure named Wenge van Viele, denouncing loyalty resolutions and speculation while promising to publish his article in full. The piece critiques perceived treachery and alleges misuse of a Star article to smear him, framing the subject as a traitor and urging continued scrutiny despite calls for restraint.
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Ein
Aio
Isa
Biliendd
Rome
Ant
Tor bin Ug
Aid to Our Soldiers and Local Relief Efforts Urged
A restless call for full support of soldiers and their families is echoed as residents and churches raise funds and supplies. Contributions from Dr McLean’s church, Union School in Rochester, and Beaver vicinity volunteers bolster relief amid fatigue and illness.
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Auniliany
Pietsol
Aid Society of Beaver and Vicinity
Tribute to fallen General Reno inspires noble widow relief
A fund raised by numerous honorable men funds twenty first century style relief for the widow and orphans of General Reno. Monetary gifts and securities are placed at the care of Mrs. Reno as a tribute to a gallant officer.
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Ston Ie
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