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Newspaper
Beaver Dam Argus
Location
Beaver Dam, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1861
Page
1
Dramatic 1861 Beaver Dam Argus account recalls sailors quarreling over course as ship nears rocks. Captain urges unity and decisive action. Crew heeds call, anchors secured, windlass manned, cargo lightened, and ship hauled free. Celebration follows with flags raised and gratitude offered to Providence.
A Boston Journal excerpt narrates a ship's peril as a crew divides under stress after striking rocks near a savage coast. Officers warn, sailors quarrel over conduct and repairs while some push to save the vessel, others seek to scuttle or abandon effort as they await dockside decisions.
A Wisconsin regiment reaches Chicago with 950 men armed and equipped for campaign. Praises from Chicago Times and Tribune highlight readiness, morale, and the regiment's fit for service as it proceeds toward Louisville. Includes notes on Mas K G C oath swearing and fashion notes and construction cement.
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