California head tax bill stirs sectional expectations
A proposed $250 monthly head tax on every male Chinese over eighteen in California is projected to yield $1.75 to $2 million yearly. The Times notes a shifting Congress with Union Southern representation and a restrained, Constitution‑minded tone. The article moves through disparate items from antebellum politics, a New Orleans beggar tale, a Dutch peddler case, to praise for General Halleck and remarks on editorials and elopement news.
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De Soto arrives at Cairo. fort Pillow captured
War Department dispatch from Cairo reports the De Soto arrived from Fort Pillow. Our forces occupy the fort and the enemy burned everything. Several guns recovered and the large mortar destroyed. Gunboats have passed Fort Randolph.
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Evacuation of Fort Pillow Reported by Despatch Boat
A despatch boat relays that Fort Pillow has been evacuated and occupied by U S troops. Most of the flotilla had moved below Randolph. Signed by the secretary of the navy.
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Rebels Evacuate Fort Randolph as Union Fleet Advances
Cairo June 6 There is doubt our fleet has passed Fort Randolph where rebels took several guns earlier They burned barracks camp equipage and cotton breastworks and destroyed the pontoon bridge The De Soto reports gunboats have passed and rebels may have evacuated Fort Randolph allowing the fleet to reach Memphis today The 4th Indiana under Colonel Fitch occupies the works and awaits further orders
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Capture of Prominent Rebels Near Cassville During War
Report from Roila Missouri dated June 5 describes the capture of rebels including Colonels White and Vausling and James Massey, Secretary of State under Clark Jackson, at Cassville. Advices from Gen Curtis’s army note successful scouting against guerrillas near Little Red River and West Point, with several engagements resulting in killings, prisoners, and loot. Major Bowen’s night attack at Kickapoo Bottom yields 22 prisoners and substantial armament, while other clashes drive guerrillas into swamps. A Memphis Argus excerpt mocks rebel lies asserting Confederate advances toward Washington and exaggerated alarms about Baltimore, Maryland, and European involvement.
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Richmond Dispatch Reports McClellan On Guard June 6
Deserters place Gen Joseph Johnson mortally wounded in the groin. Gen Smith in command. Rebel losses near 10,000 with no major changes to enemy position. Richmond crowded with spectators during Sunday fight. many residents cross the James River in expectation of Union occupation. Rumor of Magruder resignation. no forces between Rappahannock and Potomac. Flag of truce seeks bodies of Pettigrew and officers. Col Davis killed, Lightfoot Long Britton wounded or imprisoned.
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Privateersmen Exchange Stalled Amid City Point Negotiations
The Massachusetts returned from James River with rebel privateersmen after hostages were to be exchanged for Col. Corcoran and others. General Huger promised the exchange, but instructions were exceeded prompting a delay. A flag of truce waited at City Point for a conference, then the Massachusetts departed with increased tensions and precautions under Col. Whipple.
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Rebels Release Prisoners and Navy Prizes Reported
The rebels have released captives unconditionally while Confederate surgeons now held as prisoners in the United States will soon be ordered freed. Annapolis may host a large new training camp under Gen Wool. The Senate tax bill diverges from House plans, and Navy proposals for iron clad steamers loom. Seamen remain scarce forcing enlistment of Black sailors. About 170 prizes have been captured with uncertain value. Captain James B Hall of the U S Navy is currently missing.
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Care Race and Atlantic ships reach Liverpool crowds
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Fremont Fortifies Mount Jackson Amid Shenandoah Floods
On June 6 Fremont's forces crossed a pontoon bridge replacing a burned one as the Shenandoah River rose 12 feet in four hours after heavy rain. The flood carried drift wood and timber that fractured the bridge but all material was saved and no accidents occurred. Forty prisoners were captured.
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Flood Damage Expands Across Mauch Chunk Area
Reports from Mauch Chunk and nearby describe canal and railroad destruction and extensive private property loss. Four dams washed away and several South Bethlehem residents are missing. River islands hold valuable lumber while rail lines reopen in stages, bridges on Beaver Meadow are gone.
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Flour Mills Seized in Valley by Union Forces
Front Roya June 6 Special despatch reports Captain Sanderson taking possession of all flour mills in the Valley along with stored grain and flour. Safeguards granted to all families on request, violation punishable by immediate shooting. Weather unsettled with impassable roads and Shenandoah rivers rising.
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Release of Judge Birch and Mr Trabrie in St Louis
Judge Birch, arrested at Rolla for disloyal sentiments, was released by the Provost Marshal with orders to report when required. He will sit in the State Convention. Also in Louisville Ky on June 6 James Trabrie was released after taking the oath of allegiance and posting bonds.
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Underwriters President T B Satterthwaite Dies
News from New York dated June 6 reports the death of T B Satterthwaite, president of the Board of Underwriters, this morning. Special dispatches from Washington state say General Dix anticipates Col Corcoran's arrival at Fortress Monroe tonight. Nominees named for diplomatic posts include Benjamin Whidden of New Hampshire to Haiti, Gustavus Koener to Spain, and E D Culver to Venezuela.
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