McClellan as Beauregard rival looms in Southern press
The New Orleans True Delta reviews Gen. McClellan as a capable officer to lead Federal forces, contrasts Southern and Yankee strengths, mocks Confederate leaders, and questions rebel propaganda about Bull Run. It predicts future scrutiny, notes Lincoln’s army might outrun Southern claims, and calls for vigilance against misleading reports.
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New Orleans
McClellen
McClellan
Scott
Beauregard
Virginia
Manassas
Jeff
Davis
Louisiana
McCllellan
Delta
American
United States
Calhoun
General Bernslpg Arrives for Surprise Bristol Visit
General Bernslpg made a flying visit from Newport on Wednesday afternoon to Bristol. A formal reception was planned, a salute by the Bristol Train of Artillery marked the moment as he appeared amid enthusiastic crowds. He left for Providence that evening, disappointing many friends who wished to meet him. He is well known and respected as a patriot and neighbor, and another visit is hoped for in the future.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bernslpg
Newport
Bristol
Providence
Steamer City of New York Brings Rhode Island Troops to Providence
The City of New York arrived at Providence Thursday bringing sixty sick and wounded from Rhode Island regiments including Geo Hi Peck of this town and John W Jolls of Warren. Peck returned sick and Jolls wounded from Bull Run. The ship left Washington Monday after sixty hours, carrying the second battery piece saved at The General. The General Assembly met in Providence to consider militia law amendments amid pay increases for troops. Gov Sprague may decline Brigadier General honor and remain governor. General Wool’s orders to Fortress Monroe denied by the Troy Times, though he hopes soon to be ordered away to join the Bold.
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City of
New York
Providence
Rhode Island
Geo. Hi. Peck
John W. Jolls
Warren
Battle of
Bull Run
Washington
General Assembly
Isis
Sprague
Wool Haden
Munroe
Troy Times
Wacnington
McClellan
District of Columbia
Iti
Napoleon
Navy Yard
Loorvilh
Harney
Democrat
Merriweather
Jefferaon County
Judge Bucknor
James B. Clay
Fayette County
Richard C. Anderson
Union
Gen. Anderson
Fort Sumter
Franklin County
J. W. Jacobs
Oddham County
New Yorks
Maury
Maine
Fort Corcoran
Doubleday
Upper Potomac
Georgetown
Harper's Ferry
The
Tribune
Winchester
Johnson
Martinsburg, &c
Patterson
Manassas
Rabela
Chain Bridge
Louisville
Lynchburg
New World
Richmond
Potomac
Whallington
Norper’s Ferry
Rockville Turnpike
Culpepper Court Hoare
Times
Excursion of the Burnside Zouaves to Newport
The Bernsipk Zouaves of this town enjoyed a pleasant excursion to Newport on Monday leaving Market Wharf at 7:30 a.m. aboard schooner I. P Hazard. They visited the Armory of the Artillery, the Atlantic House for a collation, the Constitution ship, and Fort Adams, with delays for rain but no incidents. The trip ended about 11 p.m. with cheers for Lt. Rogers and praise for the boys conduct, hoped to influence public prosperity through character.
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Newport
Market Wharf
I. P Hazard
Artillery
Newton
Atlantic House
Constitution
Lieut
Rogers
Fort Adams
Burnside Visits Newport With Triumphant Parade
General Burnside and staff visited Newport on Tuesday by invitation. They arrived at 11 in the steamer Perry and marched to Touro Park amid bouquets. The Mayor welcomed him and presented a Brigade general’s award and horse equipment for Company F. A reception followed at the Fillmore House.
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Burnside
Newport
Friends of
Company F
U.S. Army
Fillmore House
Death of Bishop Samuel Bowman During Episcopal Tour
Right Rev Samuel Bowman assistant bishop of the Episcopal Church for the Diocese of Pennsylvania died Saturday night on an Episcopal tour from Pittsburgh to the northwest counties of Pennsylvania. Officials say death followed an attack resembling sun stroke caused by heat and exhaustion. He was 00 years old.
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Samuel Bowman
Episcopal Church
Pennsylvania
Pittsburg
Sharp skirmish at Dug Spring near Springfield
A Friday clash between Gen. Lyon's forces and rebels led by Ben McCullough at Dug Spring, 19 miles south of Springfield, left McCullough's side with 401 killed and 44 wounded. Additional movements show Pillow with about 17,000 Confederate troops at New Madrid, while McCullough Price Raine and Jackson march north from Arkansas. The Boston Journal notes Missouri campaign shifting toward St. Louis with Fremont Lyon Sigel proving effective despite dire prospects.
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Epo Miscourt
Dug Spring
Springfield
Lyon
Ben. McCullough
Pillow
New Madrid
McCullough
Price
Raine
Jackson
Arkansas
Boston Journal
Missouri
St. Louis
Virginia
Fremont
Sigel
Thas
Isp
Gorteneh
Union
Monument to Luther in Worms described in Dresden atelier
Foreign Correspondence recounts the planned Luther monument in Worms, funded by Protestant nations including a $1000 contribution from a New York merchant. Sculptor Rietschel planned a grand design with bronze figures and a central Luther, but died before completion, leaving two full size figures of Luther and Wycliffe in plaster. The article details the layout with pedestals for Frederick the Wise, Landgrave of Hesse, Melancthon, Reuchlin, and three cities Magdeburg Angaberg Spires, plus a wall bearing city arms and a court bearing the sculptor’s final hopes.
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Phenix
Brispex
Luther
Worms
Norway
Sweden
Denmark
England
New York
Rietschel
Dresden
Bia *Atelier
Purie
Frederic the Wise Elector of
Saxony
John the
Landgrave of
Wycliffe
Peter Waldo
Piedmont
Savonarola
Florence
John Huss
Pagete
Prague
Huss
Rietechel
Cain
Rietachel
Giza
Martin Luther
Congress Adjourns After Harmonious Extra Session
The extra session convened on July 4 and adjourned this Tuesday with unity and prompt action. A large volume of business was disposed of, and all grants for national integrity were provided with liberal support for men and means.
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Congress
Burgess Offers Penmanship Classes in Today's Paper
The notice highlights Mr J N Burgess who designs forming classes for instruction in penmanship. He is well known to locals as a competent instructor in this art and the editors hope he secures a substantial number of pupils at once.
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J. N. Burgess
General Assembly in Extra Session Sets Militia Bills
The Senate and House met Tuesday with the Governor presiding. Militia reform acts were read and referred to joint committees. A May session correction bill passed to second reading. The Tabore and Direct Tax Bill was amended, shifting to property and income taxes with exemptions. Treasury note provisions and bond terms were outlined, plus a 15 percent state levy for administration. The Boston correspondent praises Rhode Island troops for their discipline and unity.
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Senate
Cooke
Warren
Potter
House of Representatives
Updike
Sprague
General Assembly
Mr. Clapp
Mrr. Metcalf
Providence
Militia
Dixon
Committee On the Judiciary
House
Conference Committee
United States
New York
Secretary of the Treasury
Treasury
St. Louis
Cincinnati
N. Y. Tribune
Privateers Break Blockade. Two Sailors Headed to Sea
The New York Post reports two privateers ran the Charleston harbor blockade last month and are now at sea. One left the harbor on July 4 and the other on July 15, according to authorities cited by the Post.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
New York Post
Charleston Harbor
Aban
Proclamation and War News Across Missouri and Washington
Missouri Governor Gamble urges sheriffs to curb violence tied to political opinions and to seize munitions of war while urging able citizens to enroll in militia groups. Confederate invaders urged to depart. Secretary of War replies on loyalty promises. Reports from Washington note press guidance to avoid aiding the enemy, new volunteer pay rules, and troop movements. Updates cover battles, politics, and local election results with multiple Union gains and strategic shifts.
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Jefrenson City
Gamble
Missouri
United States
Confederate States
Hamwilton R. Gamware
H. R. Gamble
Brig ashore near Cape Hatteras proves to be Rebel vessel
Narrative notes the brig ashore near Cape Hatteras identified as the R. D. Martin of Boston, formerly in rebel hands, destroyed by shelling and fire after a boarding party. Also reports on schooner Geo. B. Sloat captured near St. Marks with 62 aboard, including Adjutant General Holland’s family, plus various war updates and appointments across the U.S. Civil War theater.
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Cape Hatteras
R. D. Martin
Boston
Goldsboro
St. Mark’s
Florida
Geo. B. Sloat
Holland
Navy Department
Congress
Times Dispatches
New York Fire Department
New York
The
Tribune
Coach
Massachusetts
McClellan
Herald
Kentucky
Washington
Tennessee
Post
Alexandria
War Department
Gen. Lyon
McCulloch
Washinaton
A. W Randall
Rome
Rufus Ling
Wisconsin
Baltimore
Post Office Department
Saleratus Makers Face Growing Backlash Over Unhealthy Compounds
The piece warns that retribution looms for manufacturers of unhealthy saleratus, baking powders, and related products. It praises Herrick Allen's Gold Medal Saleratus for its claimed benefits and urges readers to try it, promising rewards beyond belief and urging widespread use.
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Herrick Allen
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Loadee
Kirby Smith
Smith
Providence Journal
Vermont Phenix
Rhody
Manareas
Sion Cantron
Wasmxcton
Treasury Department
U.S
Hampton Roads
Southbridge Journal
Menry A Brown
Westboro
Mass
State of Georgia
New Bedford
Yarmouth Register
George's Bank
Kerrigan's Regiment
Washington Daily
Apies
New Jersey
Albert Sigel
Newark
Doherty
New York 71St
Mullen
Rhode Isand 2d
Sudley Church
Ryan
Missouri Rifle Regiment
Sumter
Cuba
Cuban
Norwich
West Indies
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Justice Wayne
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