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Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Sep 12, 1861

Page

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Washington in focus as Confederate move debate roils capitals

The Boston Post reports rival views on whether the Confederate army will attack Washington or retreat. Letters from Richmond claim Beauregard advances and Longstreet maneuvers near Monson Hill, while Davis reportedly favors a defensive line. McClellan monitors patrols, with preparations for forward action and rising public pressure to act.

Washington Richmond Potomac Maryland Baltimore Army of the Monson Hill Mason’s Hill Longstreet Manassas Charleston Mercury Commissariat Department South Davis Beauregard Commodore Barron New York McClellan Munson Long Bridge Forts Jackson Runyon Albany Massachusetts Eleventh Greene Fort Albany Alexandria Bailey’s Cross Roads Army of the Potomac Virginia Blue Ridge Bull Run Northwest New England Middle States Delaware District Call Chicago

Market review lists varied commodities with mixed demand

An extended commodity snapshot covers Boston Market items from bricks to secrets, noting firm to dull trends in coal candles dyes and oils. It records prices for cotton, flour, fish, metals, naval stores, provisions, and teas with multiple regional and freight conditions.

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Habeas Corpus Case on Descent of Minor Enlistment

The Massachusetts Supreme Court heard Jane McElroy’s petition to discharge her minor son James McElroy, enlisted without consent in the 11th Massachusetts Regiment. The court ruled for discharge, holding the enlistment of a minor without parental consent void and the civil court superior to military authority in this petition.

Jane McElroy James Mclroy L1th Massachusetts Chapman Supreme Court Manassas Washington Boston U. S United States Geo. W. Searle Geo. P. Sanger

Harpers books energize trade as new editions rise

The Harpers advance literature with works by Motley Howadji Curtis Lever Trollope Mrs Oliphant and Du Chailly plus new editions of Scott Infantry Tactics and Army Regulations. The Harpers' publishers’ enterprise is praised for reviving book trade and inspiring booksellers. A. Williams & Co. distribute Harpers publications in the city and perform their duties vigorously.

Harpers Adam Bede du Chailly Equatorial Africa Messrs A. Williams & Co Messrs Harpers

Hand book of Classical Geography not a Baird reprint

A Boston Post letter defends a newly prepared geography manual. The writer states it is independent of Baird's Manual, though covering similar ground, created to meet teachers needs and based on extensive study of cited authors. The author invites careful comparison by critics.

Journal On Goodrich Goodrich Boston Post Messrs Ephors Baird Blanchard & Lea

Secession Suppression Eyed in Baltimore News

A Baltimore dispatch from September 9 1861 reports government actions curbing Secession symbols and behavior. Loyal citizens enforce bans on rebel flags and badges while arrests and passes limit access to political prisoners. Authorities seize contraband items and arrest a coachmaker with navy pistols and gold lace.

Baltimore Epster Uncle Sam Jeff Davis Beauregard St. Nicholas Fort McHenry Morris W. H. Wilson Methodist E. Church Watersville Baltimore and Ohio Pennsylvania Regiment Point of Rocks Richmen

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