Resignation Letter by Dartmouth College President 1863
The passage reports the July 24 1863 resignation of Dartmouth College President after objecting to a religious ethical test imposed by Trustees over his Biblical ethics opinions. He cites loyalty to the government, seeks to protect the college from partisan pressure, and resigns as President and Trustee after forty years of service.
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War talk and political rows in Civil War era paper
The column mixes opinions from Rev Ellis and others on war aims and recruiting, notes Secretary Chase's Beverly visit, and mocks Abolition Republicans. It reports the Lewiston coffer dam loss, a ship’s arrival, African American troops policy, deaths, jail breaks, and a Binghamton public flag event honoring a Vicksburg editor's wife. Headlines a snapshot of wartime attitudes and local notices.
Ironclads Target Fort Wagner as Morris Island Batteries Grow
From Morris Island and Fort Wagner the bombardment continues with the Montauk Catskill Weehawken and New Ironsides delivering shot and shell at range. Shell explosions bury deserters and rough earth moves as Gilmore fortifies Morris Island and envisions shifting focus away from Wagner.
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Care Racer and Hecla News at Liverpool Passage
The Hecla from Liverpool July 28 passed Queenstown on July 29 at 8 A M with 553 steerage passengers. News from America portrays Northern victories and Confederate reverses impacting markets. London and Liverpool reports note stock panics, renewed trade, and mixed railway and commodity prices.
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National Republic editorial warns of war risks and naval privateers
The National Republic editorial argues war with Britain could erupt if tensions rise, urging strong response to British injustice. It notes Napoleonic moves in Mexico, a 3700 white and 1253 colored draft, officers assigned to Lehigh and Glaucus, and $40,000 stolen from Army Paymaster McFarland. It also situates Lees forces south of the Rapidan with Longstreet near Fredericksburg.
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Ruth Steamer Burned With Paymasters On Board
The steamer Ruth, valued at 15000, burned at midnight near Island No.1 on a trip to Helena. It carried eight Paymasters and a large money shipment to Gen. Grant’s army. About 200 aboard, with 30 lives lost including crew and soldiers guarding the payroll. The crew saved except for several clerks and a passenger, and the fire’s cause is uncertain though suspected incendiary action in rebel areas. The ship carried cattle, mules, and stores, all lost. insurers valued at 5000.
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Fall of Vicksburg Drives North Carolina Rebellion Decline
News from Ava North Carolina notes the fall of Vicksburg weakening the rebellion. Proclaims of arming by Jeff Davis provoke anxiety as thousands retreat to swamps. Raleigh’s occupation by Federal forces is sought to aid peace and Union return within about 30 days. Mrs Foster reunites with husband near Plymouth amid locals’ cautious welcome. Brigadier General Foster’s staff heads to Fortress Monroe. Convoy steamer departs there. Albany sails to New York with mails.
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Democratic State Committee Plans Albany Convention
The Democratic State Committee met at the Delavan House with Elijah F. Purdy chairing and Peter Dagger as secretary. They resolved to call a State Convention to meet in Albany on September 9. Adjourned.
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Drafts Quiet as Citizens Cheer in Rochester
Rochester progress of the draft proceeds smoothly with the city in twelve wards. Prominent names are announced to cheers as conscripts march with bands through the streets tonight.
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Rebel and Union movements across Tennessee and Georgia
Memphis reports rebels under Robinson moving toward Mississippi and Union cavalry under Forrest near Jack's Creek. Dodge pursues. Georgia’s governor bolsters defenses as raiders from Rosecrans’ army gather at Whiteside. War Department restricts Mississippi navigation amid guerilla threats. Edge of Charleston and Memphis railroad eyed for raid near Grand Junction.
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Eagle Arrives from Havana with Unclear News
The steamer Eagle from Havana reports six youths arrested in Havana for pamphlets against Jesuits and one for Les Miserables. On July 24 the Eagle sighted a two white smoke stack steamer and a larger iron steamship in pursuit. The Eagle fired blank shots, the prize vessel was boarded by the pursuing Lackawanna, and cotton was thrown overboard.
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Union dispatches reveal treason by former president in Jackson campaign
The Democrat’s Vicksburg despatch reports letters captured during the late advance on Jackson confirm James Buchanan’s treason. Replies to Jefferson Davis support General Scott’s accusations. Rebel General Bowen died of dysentery recently. Sherman’s Jackson operations cost about 1000 Union casualties as the army reorganizes. Herron’s division at Natchez destroyed rebel stores and seized salt for Lee, plus cattle from Texas.
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Blair voices support for emancipation ordinance and Grant
Gen. Blair was serenaded in St. Louis Ava and spoke in favor of the emancipation ordinance passed by the late Constitutional Convention, vindicating Gov Gamble. He praised opening the Mississippi as a major military act, credited Gen Grant and his troops for endurance, and noted Grant's army suffered heavy casualties before Vicksburg. Blair supported Missouri conscription and criticized Gov Gamble for dodging it.
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Third day of Saratoga races amid downpour finishes
The Saratoga meet proceeded despite a heavy shower after the first race. In the sweepstakes for 3 year olds over two miles J S Watson’s Aldebaran won, followed by Surprise and Southerner, while the mile heats saw Captain Moore, Mora Mora, and others place. Races close Thursday.
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Strength of Fort Darling described by deserter
A rebel deserter from Fort Darling reports the fort is mostly sand with cemented and iron-roofed sections. Six guns. three are 7 inch rifles. The Bluff battery has six casemates carved into the bluff, each housing a gun. Capt. S. S. Lee commands the fort.
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Rioters Convicted in City Hall Park Assault Case
John Conway and Michael Doyle were sentenced to 15 years in the State Prison for highway robbery and assaulting two Massachusetts soldiers during riot week on the steps of the Comptroller's Office in City Hall Park. Three more rioters received 3 years for burglary, with about 60 indictments issued overall.
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Steamer Utica Sails to Charleston Amid War News
From Fort Monroe Ava Fort Monroe reports the steamer Utica sailing to Charleston while the Adelaide from Stone Inlet arrived and the siege continued with no notable developments. The steamer New York departed for City Point this afternoon carrying about 300 prisoners.
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Geogia Steamer Brings Prize Kate From Wilmington Blockade
Fortress Monroe reports the steamer Georgia arrived from Beaufort towing the English propeller Kate with 1500 bales of cotton captured while running Wilmington NC blockade. Another gunboat's prize in tow was passed yesterday but not identified.
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Marketa Stock and Money Market Report, Aug 5
First Board stocks firm with multiple railroad issues quoted. New York Cotton and general commodities firmer with mixed grain, oil, and sugar prices. extensive ship news from New York and Atlantic ports including arrivals and sailings.
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Market mood improves amid hopeful military outlook
The day features steady gold at 128 and sterling at 1404 percent with a steady money market. Stocks show activity especially in mining shares while government bonds attract buyers. railroads and factories see limited interest. Brown's auction runs thin as Thanksgiving closes business. several copper mines report debt-free status and strong reserves for growth.
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