Richmond under siege false defenses and mixed militia defense
The article recounts Confederate doubts about capturing Richmond despite rumors of Union advances led by Gen. Dix. It describes improvised defenses, fake batteries, and a ragtag militia mixing soldiers on furlough, civilians, and prisoners pressed into service as the city prepared for a potential assault. The city and rail lines shifted to move government property to safety as panic grew.
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Draft of men in New York urged to respect the draft
Major General Joan A. Brx, addressing New York citizens, defends the national draft to quell insurrection and defend the Union. He argues law must be upheld, warns against resistance as treason, and notes reductions in city quotas while promising swift action against disorder to protect property and life.
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Pemigewasset House Promises Spacious Plymouth Resort
The Pemigewasset House at Plymouth New Hampshire is a new large hotel designed for pleasure travelers. Its piazzas walks and location near Mount Prospect offer romantic scenery and easy access from Boston. Plymouth serves as a departure or arrival point for Franconia mountains.
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Atlantic Mail Shows Civil War Shipping News and European Rumors
The Aug 17 report notes ships arriving and captains released on bonds, including City of Washington Asia and Sunrise. It cites Liverpool and London responses on Secession, Poland, and Turkish army plans, plus Austrian Prussia talks and Russia notes. Bremen arrival details close with Hibernian preview.
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North Carolina Union meeting in Washington tackles war aims
Citizens from every NC county in 1st 2nd districts including the 1st NC Union regiment gathered in Washington for addresses and resolutions. They condemn the Confederate government, push for war efforts and reinforcements, praise Union victory, and report Brig. Gen. Palmer in charge at New Bern. Major Whitford’s flag of truce visit is noted and a Raleigh Standard article urges NC to seek peace with the North.
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Raleigh Standard Article Acknowledged by North Carolina Leaders
A private letter claims the Raleigh Standard article blaming secessionists for the war was written by the NC Speaker and the Governor’s Council President and approved by Gov. Vance. An exchange proposal seeks 18 000 paroled prisoners for an equal rebel pool, status pending. Acting Master F D Stewart of New York takes command on the gunboat Fuschia.
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Revolutionary turmoil and Central American war reports
The steamship America arrived from Greytown with 330 passengers. Gen Chamorra, a Nicaragua revolutionary leader, was killed near the Honduras frontier. The war appeared near end with General Martinez favored to become president for life. Dr Segur of San Salvador was said to be en route to raise adventurers to aid the war. A telegraph line construction was started in Nicaragua.
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Fire destroys Hurst mill at Cohoes and 15 dead
Fire swept through Hurst's shoddy mill in Cohoes killing fifteen female workers trapped inside. The rapid blaze forced escapes via windows with many leaping or falling to their deaths. twenty five workers are reported missing with fifteen believed burned.
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Kennebec Arrives with 100 Passengers at Fortress Monnor
The Kennebec steamed in from Newbern North Carolina this morning carrying 100 passengers including Col Briggs Chief Quartermaster of the department. Army gunboat Smith Briggs was discharged on the 13th but Gen Naglee has restored Capt Lee to command of the Smith Briggs as an army gunboat once more.
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Inland blockade runners reach Wilmington with conscript reports
A Wilmington report describes 17 large steamers arriving at the port in recent days after running the blockade. They carried vast rebel supplies including 96,000 English rifles, 160,000 blankets, 131,000 uniforms, 23,000 shoe cases, 11 locomotives, 6 heavy rifle cannons, 5 cargoes of railroad iron, and skilled men.
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Cavalry expedition frees 250 conscripts near Corinth
From Corinth a cavalry expedition released 250 conscripts captured by Forrest the guerrilla. A company of Coleman's men arrived Tuesday from Waynesboro at Corinth and fought with Biffles. They resisted joining him, armed themselves, and reported to enter U S service. No further news from below.
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Steamer Trial Tragedy Kills Builder in Muscatine
A new steamer on its trial trip at Barrow's Landing exploded its boiler. Builder Samuel W. Barrow was instantly killed, and ten others were wounded or fatally hurt. The accident occurred yesterday as the vessel tested its steam and power.
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Harbor Defences Begin at Belfast Harbor
The government started construction today on two harbor batteries at Belfast to defend the port. The earth works will mount rifled 32 pounders and strengthen coastal defenses.
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Grant Despatches Hint at Mississippi Cotton Trade Opening
A bearer from Gen. Grant passes Cairo en route to Washington with despatches about Mississippi River trade rules. Grant reportedly favors opening cotton trade to loyal citizens with limits, urging immediate action to release thousands of bales hidden in swamps, aiding manufacturing interests. Gen. Logan spoke outdoors to a large audience. Rear Admiral Porter returned on the Black Hawk. Col. Cornyn’s body arrived in St Louis for funeral. Gen. Osterhaus heads to join command in Mississippi.
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New York Stock and Money Market Highlights Aug 17
First Board stocks higher with railroads and ships advancing. Erie, Harlem, Missouri Sixes, and Pacific Mail News show gains. Bank statement reports decreases in loans and specie with deposits rising. New York cotton, wheat, corn, and pork markets described with varied price changes and futures activity.
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Rascality Exposed in Fraudulent Exemption Certificates
In Augusta Maine Avausta there on Saturday a records keeper in the surgeon's department and a sergeant in the office were arrested by Provost Marshal on charges of filling out and selling fraudulent exemption certificates for money. Five certificates issued. total receipts likely under 250 dollars. The guilty parties confessed. all who received papers returned home and brought the matter to the Board. They are confined in jail awaiting trial.
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Assault on Atlantic and Atlantic shipping routes reported
Aug 17 naval dispatches describe heavy cannonading heard near lat 42 67 by brig Mountaineer off New York. A fore and aft schooner ashore at Hell Gate Gridiron. Brig Despatch wrecked on Anegada reef. crew saved. Steamship Georgia ashore near Sable Island likely total loss. cargo mostly unsalvageable. officers and crew remain.
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Rich San Francisco mining find draws Colorado firms east
Reports from Los Angeles describe a vast gold mining region in the San Francisco mountains east of the Colorado River. Colorado firms Lopas and others abandon older sites for this new California. Fruit growers complain markets oversupplied as plums and peaches sell at two cents a pound. shipments to market struggle. The ships Golden Gate and Triumphant sailed from San Francisco on the 12th and 13th for Callao.
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New York Items and City Incidents
Mayor Opdyke has not signed the 3 million exemption ordinance. The Express notes heavy veteran arrivals and expected riots. Last week 859 deaths occurred including 536 children and 201 cholera infantum cases. Henry Tilton faced habeas corpus in the Supreme Court. writ dismissed. Brig Gen Revere of the Excelsior Brigade was dismissed for marching three miles from action at Chancellorsville.
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Drafts Progress and Regimental Movements Across Districts
In Burrato New York the 30th district draft finished smoothly on Saturday while Dunkirk begins draft operations for the 1st district. The 47th Massachusetts regiment returned Sunday night by the New York Central Railroad. Five soldiers died in local hospitals yesterday including members of the 15th New Hampshire and 26th Maine. Governor Seymour issued a proclamation warning against disorder during the draft in New York and Brooklyn.
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