05 Feb 1863
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Newspaper
Berlin City Courant
Location
Berlin, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1863
Page
1
An 1882 Ohio Educational column recounts a harsh Native American camp incident during a raid, detailingMrs DeCamp aiding captives as chiefs and drunks commit crimes against three young Indigenous girls, while battles, river dangers, and rescue plans unfold amid wartime strain.
The piece recounts an August escape near Yellow Medicine where Mrs B warned of a planned massacre. Families fled to Fort Laramie area, were pursued by Indians, and endured harsh captivity. One rescuer’s aid helped save several kin while others faced brutal treatment and hunger during the long ordeal.
The piece discusses indigenous views on farming versus hunting, noting seeds yield and labor differences as seasons shift. It cites an English or American observer referencing elder teachings, domestic fowl care, and brood management to illustrate broader cultural and economic contrasts.
A dramatic lone protest erupts in the gallery as a woman called the Goddess of Liberty unfolds the Stars and Stripes, then departs quietly. The incident prompts editorials praising patriotic duty and condemning political faction. The piece also condemns Black Laws and Copperheads, urging unity to defend the flag and republic.
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