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Newspaper
Beaver Dam Argus
Location
Beaver Dam, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Sep 26, 1862
Page
2
The paper reports Democratic maneuvers over farm mortgagors snubs Eldredge, notes Bragg mis-ID incident with Capt Brown, and cites J James Brown nomination in Racine. It covers pensions for soldiers mothers, Vallandigham on union, and editorials on abolition sermons. It also mentions Minnesota Governor Ramsey as U.S. Senate candidate and local recruitment chatter.
The piece discusses Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation and questions its effects on the war and Union, warns of potential backlash from slaveholders, and condemns the suspension of habeas corpus and civil trial by jury, arguing the Constitution is being set aside and a military dictatorship may follow.
In the vicinity supporters of abolition wonder if freed slaves or their allies will join the Union effort when a new levy of troops is likely. Critics ask whether this class will back the President or find excuses for inaction, challenging professed pledges to take up arms.
A large gathering at Bryan's Hall in Chicago discussed unconditional emancipation. A memorial was drafted and a committee sent to Washington to present it to the President. The president’s reply warned of political and military risks, weighing freedom for slaves against war needs and potential rebellion among Union loyalists.
The President proclaims the ongoing Civil War will pursue restoring constitutional relations and advance the abolition of slavery. He outlines the January first, 1863, emancipation and calls for enforcing the new policy across rebel states, plus related wartime legal provisions and compensation for loyal citizens.
A Pittsburg Post report from a Lawrenceville explosion at the United States Arsenal lab killed at least seventy five, mostly girls. Pay day left many workers inside when two blasts occurred, tearing the building apart and igniting fires. Rescue crews recovered mangled bodies as observers described a horrific scene.
Observers noted items found in various places and a body or bodies unearthed by the event. Some individuals appeared to die with distress while others showed resignation. The throng grew as curiosity and speculation about the burning human flesh filled the air.
The La Crosse Democrat argues Mat H Carpenter rejects being a GOP tool and denounces party bosses as the Republican County Convention adjourns without support for the government. It stresses applying the Constitution in courts, the sword to enemies, and preserving life liberty and property while condemning firm party factionalism.
Letters from New York and northern leaders reveal alleged Fremont conspiracy plans to depose Lincoln, raise 200000 Roundheads, and rally two thirds of Union troops. Officials warn governors to meet and demand Lincoln’s resignation, with potential for one million armed supporters. Congressional elections in October loom as crucial test for national unity.
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