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Newspaper
Beaver Argus
Location
Beaver, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1864
Page
2
The annual order has been removed from the room over Dr. Cummins Drug Store opposite our old office. It is accessible at the north entrance of the building for friends and patrons to trend up the wants of the community.
Militia members of Company F, 14 Key PVM. fers, are called to meet at Beaver on June 1 at 10 o clock to receive pay. Those unable to attend may collect later from the paymaster, who will draw pay for all signed on rolls. Captain J. B. Beran announces the arrangement.
A debate on Union unity and slavery argues that the United States stays intact and cannot be restored to a prewar form. It condemns restoration rhetoric, insists slavery must end, and praises loyalty of free states, military victory, and constitutional unity. The piece contrasts republics in Europe with American nationhood and calls for continued national resolve.
The speaker extols Union successes in Louisiana Arkansas Florida and parts of Texas and Georgia highlighting Butler's expedition to New Orleans as pivotal and Sherman and Grant campaigns. He argues Union forces control rivers coastlines rail hubs and key states while Confederate resources are cut off and morale eroded. He predicts further breakthroughs as Union armies advance and Confederate defenses crumble.
The 8:30 dispatch from Kingston reports clashes in Virginia with Hartley’s corps in action and skirmishing near Cassville. Generals Butler and Sheridan are cited with movements toward Kingston, while Lee’s forces attempt to rally and protect stores as Union lines push forward.
A Times dispatch from May 20 reports on Union plans to probe Richmond outer defenses and cut the Danville and Piedmont railroad to choke Lee's supply lines. It notes rebels holding a line near the Petersburg defenses and emphasizes how Confederate forces repelled heavy assaults before rejoining their main body.
Sigel reports the army moved from Woodstock to Mt. Jackson and back within forty hours. In the engagement near Mt. Jackson Imboden attacked, Echog and Breckinridge reinforced, rebels charged twice and briefly broke through, then faced seventeen artillery pieces and heavy infantry. The second line held, but five guns were lost and the retreat began in order after the bridge burned and logs swept away.
A brief note expresses gratitude to Mr. E. Allison and to Beighley, Esq. in Washington for favors received, acknowledging later Southern ougers and extending thanks.
A fragmented report suggests Senator Crayar introduces a bill with a stricter cousin-related clause and shifts toward Tepeal reform. The measure reflects a stronger stance as the debate nears a vote, with unclear specifics in the text.
Fragmentary OCR outlines a new militia act with enrollment of residents, exemptions for various groups, and penalties for officials failing duties. It details muster times, substitution payments, and sections on enforcement, elections, and martial law powers.
Governor Eli Slifer urges citizens to form military organizations ready to respond if the President calls for Volunteer Militia for a term of less than one hundred days. Troops would be clothed armed and paid by the United States and mustered locally for potential service. Hamburg May 16, 1864.
The Louisiana Free State Convention debate culminates in adoption of an Emancipation Act abolishing slavery. Delegates Ward, Abell, Campbell, Edwards, Thomas and Wells voice support in a rousing session, with President announcing passage and public cheers. A National Salute to the Free State of Louisiana follows, heralding a new era and public celebration.
The Washington correspondent reports the author of the saved proclamation identified as Joseph Howarth a former New York Times writer noted for taunting the Prince of Wales. The piece mentions Jefferson Davis and a court confession to Gens. Dix, with reference to a Fort Ratay elite. Also notes the sale value of Washington’s only old medal, and a Tidewater river origin for the Mattapony. The piece covers the Massachusettes steamer, Charleston, and Monitors actions near Sumter. BenGor Seymour seeks indictments over seizure of New York World offices.
A garbled extract mentions a draft, the Pro ost Marshal, and a deficiency of 700 000 calves to occur in New Brighton. The text is fragmented and unclear about the event or date.
A dated notice lists candidates for assembly and county offices including Thomas Cunningham Joseph Fleming James Wullista and C C Christy. The formal proclamation names trustees and officials with party or district designations and notes eligibility pending convention decisions.
Reported exchanges describe General Sherman and the Army of the Potomac with praise for bold, decisive actions. Observers recount a Nashville prisoner exchange and Governor Andrews paying tribute to General Benson of Massachusetts for his valor and service.
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