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Newspaper
Beaver Argus
Location
Beaver, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 28, 1864
Page
2
Fragmentary text mentions individuals Michael and Thomas Cunningham with Beaver County and representatives. Unable to determine event or context from available OCR.
A fragmented public notice lists names and titles in Washington and Beaver counties including GEO.V. LAWRENCE judge and L. L. WGUFFIN assembly member, with positions such as Auditor and Treasurer. The notice details subscription rates for The Argus, advertising terms, and local notices, with rates and classifications for professional cards, executors, administrators, and local announcements. It closes with a timestamp of 8:00.
The note advertises the Campaign Argus at 50 cents per copy in advance. Subscribers are urged to remit names promptly for delivery.
Meetings have been appointed at multiple locations including Whippeway Two Dunlap's School House and Barclay's School House. Dates include September 24 October 8 and October 1 with evenings and a 1 PM Thursday session. Speakers have been invited and attendance is encouraged to ensure large gatherings.
Christian Commission asks county Soldiers' Aid Societies to secure dried apples for field hospitals and the sick and wounded soldiers. It notes apples are abundant and urges families to send a peck to a bushel to J. C. Wilson in Beaver. Onions are also needed and readers are urged to send them to ease soldier suffering.
The piece contrasts Abraham Lincoln with George B. Cleavland showing Lincoln as candid and vigilant about governance while Cleveland is portrayed as gambler seeking support through deception. It urges scrutiny of both the government records and principles that guide the election.
A rallying defense of Lincoln’s re election emphasizes the danger from copperhead opposition and the Democrats led by Vallandigham and Seymour. It lauds Lincoln’s wartime leadership, the Union’s restoration of order, and the need to crush rebellion to preserve the nation.
Readable portions describe a political gathering in Bridgewater about democracy and unity. Speakers denounce traitors and hypocrites while contrasting loyal unionist sentiment with opposition. Debates reference Jeff Davies and other figures amid a heated, partisan tone with strong language.
A fragmentary Chicago platform passage warns against returning to Confederate ties and treasonful politics. It contrasts past Union devotion with Democratic alignment, urging avoidance of Davis loyalism and predicting rebellion if Copperhead influence persists. The text condemns reestablishing Confederate nostalgia and calls for decisive Union support.
Beaverminary and Institute trustees announce annual election for five trustees to be held at the seminary on Saturday October lat. Stockholders are invited to attend and participate in the proceedings at 4 o'clock p.m. The notice lists Rev J Mouroa as a resident involved in the board.
Sumner area notes call loyal men and women to a mass meeting to support Lincoln Johnson and the Union. Marshals listed include A W Paync, J Darragh, G Speyerer, and others with delegates requested from townships to attend a grand procession and review of loyal citizens.
Beaver County men in the 204th Regiment gain promotions in Washington for heavy artillery. Geo N Irwin, son of Gen W Few, is among those raised to Major about nineteen years old and described as bright and capable. Capt Charles Rhodes leads the company, with Lieut Laws Lenco as second officer, both experienced and prepared.
A call to citizens to pay county taxes and vote, urging loyal neighbors to act before the October election. Also advertises James H. Stokoe in New Brighter offering dry goods boots shoes and clothing at low prices for full winter wear.
A partisan call argues for reelecting President Lincoln to sustain the Union war effort, crush rebellion, and prevent Confederate independence. It warns that only continued federal strength can ensure lasting peace and national unity amid Civil War crises.
A wartime citizen appeal urges unity and loyalty. The text praises soldiers and the nation, arguing the duty to vote for the winning ticket to preserve home, honor, and future peace. It emphasizes vigilance, zeal, and the collective effort to defeat rebellion and restore happiness.
Fragmented OCR notes describe a mass convention in Pittsburg with references to Mass convention debates, Chicago Platform aims, and approval of McClellan. Names and places are garbled but mention speakers, Carter, Platt, and broad political themes amid mixed ads for clothing at James H. Stokes near the Keys Hotel.
The notice directs the assessed residents of Beaver County to pay their war tax. It states the collector, Davis Sasutt, will be at Hamilton, Esq office in Beaver on Thursday the 2nd of September to receive payments in person or by deputy.
The Agricultural Society plans its next meeting at the Court House on Tuesday with officers and managers present. Claims against the society will be sent to a committee for action and a full report on premium concerns will be requested. From the war front, news from San Francisco notes quiet conditions and standard picket firing, while tips about a horse remedy claim spurs discussion of costs and usage.
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