Notice of Subscriptions and Local Donation Cane Presentation
The Beaver Argus editor announces unsettled accounts and invites settlement with D L Imbrie. T C Nicholson’s office moves to over Cummins Drug Store. Brighton township citizens donate $147 065 to the U S Christian Commission. J R B Wilson receives a cane from House colleagues with a speech by C C Stanberger and a gracious reply from Wilson.
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AVING
D -L. Imbrie
The
Beaver Argus
T. C. Nicholson
Brighton
U.S. Christian Commission
J. 3. B. Wilson
House of Representatives
C. C. Stanberger
Wilson
Ladies of Beaver Soldiers' Fare Society Thank Professor Cole
The Ladies of the Beaver Soldiers' Fare Society express thanks to Professor Cole and his singing class for efficient aid. The concert contributions amount to 42 00, aiding in adding to the comfort of some suffering soldiers. By order, Juma S. Barne, Soc'y.
Casualties in the 140th Regiment Listed by Capt McCallister
A Civil War casualty roll for the 140th Division lists killed and wounded in Co. F and I with names including Colonel Fraser Adjutant Shuilender and Captain McCallister. Wounded officers include Capt. MIC and Lt. John B. Vance. many privates and sergeants named. missing and uncertain regiments noted. Captain George Weaver of the 63rd Regiment also wounded lightly.
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P.V
Co. F. and
M’callister
Spottaylvania & H
Mic
Fraser
Shuilender
Kitrep
John Henderson
Francis
N. Johnston
John B. Dowds
Edwin K. Sloan
John M'Manaing
Frederick
Cooka
David Singleton
Carman Nelson
A. G. White
Alfred M'Caskey
John Anderson
George M. . Nevin
Vincent Neville
George Ryan
Lbos. Small
John H. Short
Ira Kirk
George Hamilton
John D. Troms
James L. Jones
Leonard
Kerr
Lemuel
Neville
Win Asselton
James Wise
T. C. Phillips
Kis
Mitchell
Swaney and Savage
John. B. Vance
Ewing
Thorsburg
Crouse
Bryerly
Byers
Corp Fee
Cain
Owing
Foster
Heiron
Jno
Hall
Purdy
Strouse
R. Shane
Jasper
Whims
Torrence
Sams
Mingingers
Corp. Toy
Campbell
Calhoun
Cameron
Durman
Os County
Thos. Holsinger
Simon Holsinger
B. K. Beighley
David Nichola
George Weaver
63D Regiment
Sherman NY May 16 1863 Army skirmish reports heavy losses
From Sherman New York a May 16 report notes Civil War actions near Richmond with corps commanded by Howard Schofield Palmer Hooker holding the enemy. Skirmishing for days yields about 800 killed wounded and missing and many slightly wounded. Grant gains army confidence as Dalto n positions remain strong against a front assault.
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Sherman
New York
Cincinnati
Howard
Schofield
Palmers
Hooker
Dalton
Washington
Mar
Matapong Euchtor
Lee
Spotteytramia
Mowrog
Sheridan
Janes River
Terday
Civil War Proofs and State Rights Debate
A historical passage argues that a new civil war would prevent centralization and reaffirm State rights within a Union based on justice. It asserts slavery’s demise follows rebellion, predicts a nationwide system of universal freedom, and urges local powers to guard against federal overreach. Also notes the Electric Medical College of Philadelphia nearing spring lectures with Dr Oldshue praised as a top pathologist.
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Amd Jedidh
Socet Ee
Iidt
Electric Medical College ‘of
Philadelphia
Oldshue
Pittsburg
Medical Journal of Philadelphia
Grant At
Pittsburg, Pa
New Jersey Governor Proclaims Militia Call for 100 Days
The Governor of New Jersey issues a proclamation mobilizing the state militia for up to fifteen thousand men for a period of one hundred days to respond to a state emergency.
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New Jersey
The Army of the Potomac: its rise and battles in history
The narrative celebrates the Army of the Potomac, noting its early strength, leadership under McClellan, and extensive mobilization. It recounts initial victories at Yorktown and Williamsburg, the Seven Days battles, and its trials at Fredericksburg and Gettysburg, praising endurance and discipline while acknowledging failures and demobilization after setbacks.
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Potomac
Army of the Potomac
Ip Wan
McClellan
Virginia
Potomac Army
Yorktown
Williamb Rg
Fair
Oaka
Vis
Geri Manling
Fredericksbupid
Chans
Kenly
Lee
Washingtons
Maryland
Gettysburg
Hanveltorsvitla
Shire
Basi
Plac
Weereleston
Adisfravon
Army and its General Recalled as American Defender
A fragmented reminiscence honors the Army and its commanding general, recalling battles, arches, and defense efforts. The piece frames the Army as a proud defender of the country, invoking Sinclair Webster and the sentiment that God supports American heroes.
Beaver County Soldier Aid Societies urged to raise funds
The Christian Commission and Army Committee of Beaver County call on all Soldier Aid Societies to immediately organize and raise money and stones to relieve thousands of wounded and sick in the army. Last year’s officers are urged to begin work at once.
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Army
Beaver County
Apo
Butler Replies to Rebel Warnings on Wounded Exchange
From Bermuda dated May 10 to May 14 General Butler responds to three rebel propositions regarding wounded removal exchange and prisoner exchange. He approves exchanging wounded and notes no healthy prisoner exchanges until Confederate authorities acknowledge soldiers as prisoners of war.
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Times
Bermuda
Thorain
Butler
Bushrod Johnston
Petersburg
Graham
Brewster
Hundrew
T2th
Richmond
New Alamp
Sebela
Lee
Pate Express
Richmod
Pettersburg
Caster’s Mountain
Tilia
Jraid
Wastinatox
Frontier News Chronicle from May '16 Dispatch Update
A dispatch reports Sherman’s forces at Resuca with 3 3,090 fired wounded and missing, roughly dated May 13. Heavy reinforcements from North Carolina and Georgia, with Union forces near Charlestown and Lewisburg. Reports mention the Union Convention in front street theatres and tax bill amendments, plus casualties including Brig. Gen. Stevens and Gen. Rice. Richmond Whig notes 12,268 Yankee prisoners, Danville and Libby prison counts.
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Shermsin
Resuca
Sherman
Link
North Carolina
Georgia
Fremont
Baltimore
Elle _ House
Senate
Richmond Whig
Danville
Libby
FrsErian Lirent Testimony And Toothache Relief
A fragmentary testimonial claims FrsErian Lirent has aged five years in the family and praises a Venetian Liniitent for instant relief in toothache croup bilious colic sore throat and chest pain. The note urges trial and notes full compliance with recommendations.
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de Toras
Arkansas Senator and Representatives Elected for Short Term
William M Fishback elected as senator from Arkansas for the short term and is en route to Washington. Judge Bukter elected for the long term and Col Johnston member elect of the House of Representatives, also en route to Washington.
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Stymous
William M ‘Fishback
Ul S.'Benator
Arkansas
Washington
Judge Bukter
Col.Johnston
House of
Enrollment Circular for Sixth Section of Act in New Brighton
The Office of the Assistant Provisional Marshal General in Harrisburg issues Circular No. 4 directing Western Division boards to immediately enforce enrollment under the act approved by Congress. All males aged 20 to 45 who have not previously received exemptions must enroll. those discharged from military or naval service since the present war may be exempt. Public notice must be published, and names of those likely to avoid enrollment will be appended.
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Marshall General
Harristueg
Pategg
Vai
Yootyaetiana
Urpper Coroly Ang
Ory Naval
United States
Atvonce
Ail Pereuaef
Joan Cutibertso
New Brighton
Married in Beaver County on February 12
A wedding was held in Beaver County with Mr R G Bawses of Be water and Miss Trp Moors of township announcing the marriage on February 12.
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Me ‘Lean
R. GC. Bawses
Mies
Moors
Fy ‘Township
Beaver County
Died notices from distant counties and towns
Fragmented obituary notices list several deaths with ages and origins, including a child of EF Tutte in Chippewa township and a May 1908 death in Beaver County, noting illnesses like diphtheria and brief memorial remarks.
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Christian Commission
Butler's Department
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Mancock
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Ohio
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