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Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jun 25, 1861

Page

2

Arrival of the Ninth Regiment in Boston Amid Enthusiasm

The Ninth Regiment of Volunteers arrived after a delay caused by a Saturday departure. Crowds packed State and Commercial streets while Gilmore's Band led the escort and Governor Andrew addressed Col. Cass before the regiment sailed aboard the Nelly Baker. The Essex County Regiment later arrived as the Thirteenth, with Mugford Guards and Marblehead bands, and Cobb's Light Battery prepared for Washington.

Tremont Street John C. Crowley Patrick Dobkerty John Miller Gilmore South Boston M. J. Mooney State Street Commercial Street Medford State Commercial India Streets Custom House Long Wharf Nelly Baker Hall St. Patrick’s Day State House Andrew Adj Schouler Commonwealth Col Cass Commonwealth of Massachusetts United States of America Ensigh Old Bay Massachusetts O'Connell Col. Cass Charles Street Mall J.B. Smith Wightman John Glarey Essex County Regiment Andrews Fort Warren Mugford Guards Marblehead Day Ipswich John Hobbs Methuen L. Bradley C. Lynn A. G. Draper D. Haverhill H. J. Howe E. Haverhill J. W. Sargent F. Lawrence Sam’l Langmaid Benj. Day H. Andover H. Holt I. Danvers A. A. Putnam K. Lawrence F. A. Rolfe Cobb Seat of War Washington

Civil War Dispatches From Washington and Port Fields

Reports describe amends to post routes, a new minister from Nicaragua, and naval testing at the Washington reenal. A Dahlgren rifle cannon and a 9 inch shell gun are aboard the Philadelphia ice boat for immediate use. Troops arrived and paraded. Rhode Island regiments patrolled. A city relief vote of 5000 dollars passed for District volunteers families. A suspected spy with camp plans was seized by New York 14th Regiment and handed to authorities. An escapee carpenter recounts rebel strength at Aquia Creek and recent engagements.

Fort Kearsey Pony Express San Francisco Latham Washington Sacramento Douglas Democrats Leland Stanford T. G. Phelps Downey Eugene Casserly John Conness John Bidwell Douglas San Francisco and San Jose U. S. Quartermaster’s Department Benicia Sumner Giddings el Paso Tucson McNeese Overland Mail Washoe Honolulu Masqueras Blackhawk Virginia Col Ellsworth California Fort Churchill Nevada Territory Carson Valley Moore United States Army Gen Johnston Los Angeles Samuel Hughes Miller Bartlett T. Camp Butterfield Buchanan Golden Age Panama New York England Wells, Fargo & Co Parrott Davidson Sather & Church Sacho & Co Alsop Coleman Strauss Rosenbaum & Co Hastings James Patrick Gen. Denver Senator Latham Breckinridge Placerville Mountan Democrat Elleworth Adam Bon Osener Albany Oregon Wasuinevon Philae Cnaten Simmons Molina Fromicaragua Whitehouse Potomac Matthias Point Maryland Theashington Reenal Philadelphia Rhode Island N. Y McDonald Worcester Maas Mississippi Aquia Creek Pawnee Maryland Point Freeborn Anacosta Washieton Brackett Navy Yard Pensacola Navy Department War Department Johnson Etheridge East Tennessee Tennessee Anderson Bathmore

Civil War News from Matthias Point

Alexandria reports at Matthias Point as the Freeborn exchanged grape and musket fire with a shore battery while shots reportedly missed. A small gun may have been used but no confirmed engagement. Telegraph wires to Camps Upton and Tyler were cut, and patrols report quiet at outposts. The Pawnee remains near Aquia Creek ready to support operations.

Alexandria Matthias Point Freeborn London and Bampton War Department Kellogg Connecticut 2d Regiment Norton Company Lowe Upton Tyler Pocahontas Aquia Creek

Arrest and naval moves near Washington reported in Key West and New York

The 7th Regiment departed for Washington while the 14th Regiment reportedly captured a spy with detailed fortifications data. Schooner H M Johnson fitted as a rifle-cannon cruiser sails toward the Bahamas. Key West notes smooth affairs under Major French with a standing blockade and sailing plans for the Massachusetts and Mississippi ships.

Massachusetts Mississippi Key West New York Washington Washington Dispatch H. M. Johnson Bahamas Merwin Fort Pickens

McClellan to Move Promptly in Western Virginia

General McClellan works to perfect plans for rapid action once ready. He commands troops ample to settle Western Virginia troubles. The guerrilla tactics of the enemy will be met and suppressed.

Milwaukee Bank Riots Echo Across City Sparks Martial Law

Rioters attack Mitchells Bank and other financial houses in Milwaukee and nearby districts. Clerks injured, furniture and books destroyed, 50 rioters jailed as Guards and Zouaves fire on the mob. Governor declares martial law and calls State troops as protests spiral after banks halt many notes.

Milwacker Wis Jown Mitchell's State Bank of Milwaukee Jurcan Bank Martin Montgomery Guards Srcoxo Disratcn East Water Street Mitchell’s Bank Everthing State Bank B. Martin Bank of Milwaukee Allis & McGregor Jurean Racine Madison Penns Itchell Sam, Jr Mitchell's Bank Stanweather Mayor Brown Haydon

Disastrous Wyandotte Building Collapse Buries Forty

A four story former Kansas volunteer headquarters on the levee collapsed burying about 40 inmates. Captain and a company of 40 were drilling inside when the center wall gave way. Several were killed or seriously injured, with others sustaining minor injuries or escaping.

Kansas City Wyandotte Kansas U.S

Harper's Ferry Deserted Amid Rebel Activity Rumors

Descriptions from HaGarstown Missouri on June 24 report Harper's Ferry largely abandoned with few inhabitants visible. Skirmishes occurred at Sharpsburg, Home Guard killed two rebels and wounded one. Rumors place 1500 to 2000 rebels three miles from Harper's Ferry toward Winchester, though unseen from Camp Hill or Loudon county Mountain.

Harper’s Ferry HaGarstown Home Guard Sharpsburg Winchester Camp Hill Pinnacle Loudon County Mountain Shepardstown Williamsport Johnson Neck Station Smith J. M. Stonebaker Virginia Militia Arper’s Ferry

Secessionist shifts after Booneville defeat in Missouri

Reports from Lexington claim moderate Secessionists pledge loyalty to the Federal Government after a Union victory at Booneville. Lexington’s mayor fled. a new Union-aligned leader vows order and citizen rights with broad local support. General Lyon may press southwest with Col. Siegel to challenge Arkansas troops.

Missouri St. Louis Lexington Booneville Lyon Siegel Ben McCulloch Kansas City Sturgis Jefferson City Gasconade Bridge

Kansas and Nebraska Militia Reinforce Central Commitments

A detachment of regulars from Kansas City captured 35 rebels and arms at Liberty Missouri on the 19th. The first Kansas regiment with regulars moved toward Kansas City, bringing the force to 2600 volunteers and regulars. In Omaha, the Nebraska volunteers for three years will be filled soon with seven companies present and more joining daily.

Kansas and Nebraska Leavenworth Kansas City Liberty First Kansas Regiment Henry N. Hooper &O Commercial St Causeway St City OF Boston Board of Shoe Committee John W. Cadman Nike Capen S. F. McCleary

Rebels flee as Union forces raid Little River area

From Csaire Carro Iuy June 24 an expedition under Col Morgan was sent to Little River Missouri to capture rebels said to be encamped there. After a 40 mile march they returned as rebels fled likely after warning. Three prominent rebel leaders were arrested and brought to town as the 18th Regiment from Camp Douglas and a dragoon company from Centralia arrive.

Csaire Carro Iuy Col. Morgan Little River Camp Douglas Centralia Abany

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