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Newspaper
Beaver Dam Argus
Location
Beaver Dam, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1863
Page
2
A lengthy editorial laments the nation’s turmoil during the Civil War era. It criticizes the administration’s policy, promises unkept, and the slow military progress. The piece argues the rebellion endures, public trust falters, and future victories depend on autumn actions.
Beaver Sam Cemetery Association voted Robert Longataff as sexton on April 8 replacing Reese Evans who had held the post for years. The split arose from Evans being a Democrat amid Republican party strife. Citizens defend Evans noting his honesty while accusing party politics of invading grave affairs. A Citizen report criticizes Republican tactics and notes regret from some Republicans who missed the meeting. Also a New York Commercial letter cites presidential plans to recapture Charleston by Union forces after six months of prep.
Beaver Dam Argus reports the official Dodge County canvass for Chief Justice. It includes ward town totals, notes missing returns, and quotes from local exchanges arguing over republicanism and loyalty. The document cites Dixon Cothren’s leads in multiple towns and wards, with commentary on political rhetoric and media.
An 1863 Wisconsin letter and circular warn of hidden plots to subvert liberty. It calls for guards in every town with passwords and alarms, urging loyal citizens to select capable grand officers. The piece questions republican lawyers and laments despotism amid war powers and conscription.
The Banner Town Dodge County votes 343 for Cathren and none for Dixon. County reports from Shielda show Dixon 1 Herman 5, Watertown wards 5th ward and first ward each 4. Editorial noting a failed nomination and political maneuvering follows, with calls for early conventions and reflections on Unionist sentiment and draft resistance in several counties.
The Madison Journal carries General Order No. 6 from the Adjutant General dated April 13, 1863. It directs enrollment under chapter 242 of 1863, details reporting, inventory, and reorganization requirements, and urges local counties to promote volunteer companies to meet three regiments, with copies of militia law available locally.
A Milwaukee News column rails against administration clemency, condemning Blair and Toucey while praising a near eighty year old Wheatland resident for lifelong service to the nation. It decries threats to state leaders, urges adherence to law, and defends the Union.
An extract from a Chicago platform criticizes Republicans who celebrated Jefferson’s birthday while repudiating his platform. It denounces any Union that limits states to regulate their own affairs and condemns slavery in politics. A telegram reports Lawrence Washington, kin of George Washington, arrested for aiding the enemy.
The Times correspondent at Vicksburg reports a confident defense despite heavy bombardment that has damaged the city little. He notes failed Union assaults on the Yazoo and Snyder’s Mill, and cites the possibility of storming the batteries as the only viable plan, with transports likely to be sunk under heavy fire. The report discusses the cost of damages and questions the chances of capture, while detailing three attack methods and their outcomes.
The excerpt recalls Lincoln’s 1846 8 speeches on government over throw and the right to revolution. It notes that only with preserved suffrage and constitutional obedience can America defend liberties in war, contrasting with old world revolutions and urging now is the time to safeguard rights. It cites other snippets on rail plans, wedding cake tastings, and Grant’s wartime expenses.
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