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Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

May 19, 1862

Page

2

War taxes spark xenophobic tirade and Ireland famine mention

A correspondent condemns taxes to support “lazy negroes,” favors Sumner and Exeter Hall paying war costs, and notes Irish famine debates in Parliament. The piece also notes a small New York black militia, a Rye Beach Ocean House sale ad, and various 1862 era notices including Miss Heron’s Cincinnati bookings, auctions, Train's speech, and Port Royal slave education critique.

Sumner Exeter Hall Ireland House of Commons

Lincoln era naval action and Rebel tugboat surrender

News from New York reports that a negro pilot named Small delivered a fast rebel tugboat with guns for Fort Ripley to the blockading fleet after sailing from Charleston. Gen Hunter’s proclamation stirred fears of a negro insurrection while preparations to bombard Savannah escalate. Our gunboats advance up the river and batteries along Savannah rise. The Charles and Savannah Railroad portions are in Union hands as a negro regiment formed under Gen Hunter gains support.

New York Port Royal Small Charleston Fort Ripley Hunter Savannah Charles and Savannah Massachusetts

Two Rebel Steamers and Twenty Schooners Destroyed

A joint naval and army expedition led by Capt Murray and Maj Willard moved 25 miles up the Po munsky and compelled rebel forces to destroy two steamers and twenty schooners. The operation was well managed and signals progress for the army.

Army OF the

Pensacola Navy Yard and Forts Destroyed in Raid

Pensacola suffered a night fire destroying the Navy Yard and forts while Fort Pickens bombarded in response. Public property except the Castle Cus tom House was moved, movable Confederate goods saved, and the railroad out of town torn up. Federal vessels with a flag of truce demanded surrender, which Mayor Boube refused, claiming no forces to oppose. Federal officers said occupation would begin tomorrow with no alarm for inhabitants.

Corintu Mobile Advertiser and Register Montgomery Boube

Army near Corinth reports skirmish and supply strain

May 18 dispatch from Carro notes the steamer Swan arriving from Pittsburg Landing. A two day picket skirmish left rebels driven back after they burned a bridge four miles from Corinth. Twelve Union men wounded. Deserters claim rebel provisions are scarce and cattle starving. Guerillas operate around Hickman and New Madrid, with depredations.

Carro Swan Pittsburg Landing Corinth Hickman New Madrid

Advance of our Army Before Corinth May 18

General advance toward Corinth with sharp fighting. Sherman’s division loses 44 killed and many wounded at Russell's house. rebels hold the position briefly. Our troops drive them back to their works as they mass for a Sunday attack.Mentions new rifles marked Breese & Friemen Bremen and reports 40 rebels killed and 100 wounded on the field. Deserters claim no chloroform in Confederate medical stores. Weather hot and roads dusty.

Hooker Aenerate Eavy Kearney Heintzleman Williamsburg New Jersey Atlantic New York Port Royal Hunter Beaufort Ladies Island Saxton Fort Pulaski Corinth Sherman Russell Eighth Missouri Breese & Friemen Bremen Confederacy

Troops Cross Chickahominy Bridge Advances Toward Richmond

Army dispatch reports the advance guard driving the enemy across the Chickahominy at Bottom's Bridge. The bridge is burned and crossing will be difficult due to swampy terrain. Gunboats reconnoiter along the Pomunsky River found the Logan steamer and 15 schooners in flames, loaded with corn. Buildings and roads remain largely impassable after days of rain as the Army of the Potomac rest on Sunday.

Waitr Houser Associated Press Richmond Bottom Chickahominy River Willard Ayres Pomunsky River Russell White House Quartermaster’s Department Norfolk Yorktown Army of the Potomac

No Official Report On Gunboat James River Engagement

Washington May 18 No official report of the gunboat affair on James River has reached the Navy Department. The fleet met heavy fire from a bluff battery eight miles from Richmond and withdrew after four hours. The river, blocked by sunken vessels and chains, bore losses of 13 killed and 11 wounded including Lieut Morris. Full particulars expected in the morning.

Washington James River Navy Department Richmond Yorktown Jamestown Morris

Princeton Captured by Humphrey Marshall

A special despatch from Franklin Virginia via Baltimore dated May 17 says Princeton Mercer county capital was attacked and captured by Humphrey Marshall. The town was recaptured this morning and the rebels defeated by Gen. Cox with no further details. Scouts report enemy forces reinforced in front of our position.

Princeton Humphrey Marshall Cox New York Tribune Mountain Department Franklin Baltimore Mercer County

Rebel gunboats sighted near Craig's Head Point action at dawn

May 18 report from the fleet notes rebel gunboats approaching Craig's Head Point. The Benton opened fire as they came in range and the rebels retired. The gunboat Mound City has been repaired and sent down for tonight. Swan passengers rumor Gen Bragg leads at Corinth Beauregard recalled to Virginia near Richmond to reorganize forces.

Carro Craig’s Benton Mound City Swan Bragg Corinth Beauregard Virginia Richmond

General Curtis advances toward Little Rock Capital

Latest reports place Gen Curtis between Searcy and Little Rock Arkansas as his forces march on the capital. Governor Rector urged militia and citizens to rally to the old flag with many seeking protection under Curtis.

Gen. Curtis Corinth Little Rock Searcy Arkansas Rector

Mail for Burnside’s command sent to New York

Washington May 18 The Post Office Department directs that all mail for General Burnside’s command be sent to New York. Navy reports from Flag Officer Dupont Port Royal 13 noting capture of the schooner Maria Theresa by the gunboat Unadilla on the 10th and the Planter steamer. Dupont adds pilot information from Planter is vital and should remain aboard for inland waters. Planter is described as a valuable addition to the squadron.

de Soto Carrel Cairo Charles H. Davis United States Navy Foote Welles Davis Benton Phelps Jean Bishop Commodore Davis Department Com. Davis Providence Fort Pillow Memphis Mississippi New Orleans Balize Duff Bixby Captain Phelps Cers Pittsburg Commodre Davis Burnside Washington Post Office Department General Burnside New York Com. Dupont Navy Department Dupont Port Royal Parrott Augusta

Switzer Land Grounded in Canal Blocks Boat Traffic

Louisville report says the steam ram Switzer Land ran aground in the canal stopping boat passage. The Glendale carrying hospital stores for P Landi is unable to proceed, while the Franklin will move forward with its cargo.

Louisville Switzerland Glendale P Landi Franklin

Gen Burnside Arrives with 165 Sick Soldiers in New York

The steamer Gen Burnside arriving from Newbern on the 16th brought 165 sick and wounded soldiers to New York. Troops report good health and no notable new developments.

New York Gen. Burnside Newbern

Morgan's Cavalry Release Report from Sparta

Louisvaux Kentucky May 17 Major Helvett was released on Thursday at Sparta by Morgan He states that Morgan had 60 men with him.

Morgan Louisvaux Helvett Sparta

Old Point boat arrives with no news and evac rumor

Baltimore May 18 report notes the Old Point boat has arrived with no news. A rumor claimed Welden North Carolina had been evacuated by rebel forces.

Welden N. C Baltimore Old Point

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