War time Congressional actions and retaliation debates
In Washington January 25 1862 Congress debates Boynton Washburne resolution to probe rebel trade and war conduct. Senate considers prisoner treatment and retaliation measures while House handles cabinet seats and financial bills amid wartime traffic and public works.
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Washcrox
House
Senate
Trumbull
Henderson
Missouri
Maryland
Finance
Foster
Judiciary Committee
Wilson
Military Committee
Hammond
Powell
Secretary of War
Wade
Clark
Congress
Saulsbury
Mrc. Lancers
B2rugwn
Carlisle
M. Brown
Loster
Mc Davis
Sexate
Buffalo Fire Devastates Main Street Buildings
Jan 23 reports say the American hotel and nearby structures on Main Street were destroyed by a blaze. Mayor Fargo ordered a building blown up to halt the fire. at least three firefighters from the Taylor Hose Company died amid heavy snow and winds with losses pegged around $500000 to $750000.
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Brrrao
Main Street
Fargo
Pearl Street
Union Stove Works
G. A. Bull & Co
Betryman's
James Sidwas
Larry Tiff
Harry Gillett
Taylor Hose Company
Burvaro
Jan
Main
Court Streets
Jas. Hl. Sidway
J. Hanson Teff
W. H.rillett
Bufalo
Expedition Leaves Forts Morzan and Gaines for Mobile
From Mobile dated Jan 25 the steamer Atlanta reports a large expedition has left Forts Morzan and Gaines and moved up the Pascagonta river to positions behind Mobile. The river is navigable and its occupation would aid a rapid capture of Mobile. Deserters say rebellion governance is in disarray.
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New York
Atlanta
Mobile
Morzan
Gaines
Pascagonta River
Parti
Desorters
What the Richmond Papers Say
The Richmond press summary notes a final report on a boat race or event, with references to New York coverage dated January 25. It highlights results and reactions, detailing outcomes and notable performances across unnamed crews and venues.
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Richmond
New York
Washington Civil War Update and Fort Fisher News
The Times Washington special reports Blair did not go to Richmond as a government envoy and expects no peace overtures dividing the Union. Scottish, Canadian, and British actions loom as passport issues may end. News notes Butler’s Wilmington attack, Millspaugh verdict for $10,000, and rumors of emancipation terms. Paine reconnoiters near enemy lines as details of Fort Fisher and blockade shifts emerge.
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Blair
Jeff
Davis
Wade
Foster
Johnson
Senate
Stevens
Ways and Means
Lenzthy
Messrs. Cox
Garfield
Tha Yerb
Pendleton
Committee of Ways and Means
Holman
Rich
Maing
Smithsonian Institute
Spalding
Committee On Ways and Means
New York
The
Times
Washington
Sara
Richmond
Union
Coursel
Post
Judiciary Committees
House
Jencks
Butler
Wilmington
Millspaugh
Adama
Jan
Fereld
Jeff. Davis
Efert
Revel
W Ny
United States
Slair
Heraids
Fort Fisher
Paine
Eliva Hancock
St. Phillip
J. J. Smith
California
St. Maria
Fla
Rockwell & J
Fort Caswell
Trenholis
Johnston
Beaureggard
Lee
Hebel Fleet Driven Back After City Point Action
The Richmond squadron attacked City Point early yesterday morning. A rebel fleet encountered Fort defenses. one ironclad blew up and others retired. Admiral Farragut left for the scene to assume naval command. The enemy also tried to pass batteries last night in darkness and storm, using torpedo boats and a mix of ironclads and wooden vessels.
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Westine
Richmond
City Point
Warragut
Hesvars Aum
Tun Jase
Dr Gwynn Promotes French Mexico Settlement Plan
San Francisco reports from Barclay Henley that Maximilian as Emperor of Mexico plans to cede Sonora and northern states to Louis Napoleon’s protection. Dr. Gwinn serves as Governor General with liberal laws and guarantees civil and religious rights while inviting emigration to settle the region. Mr Healy and Major J C Ridges act as Gwinn's agents seeking settlers.
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San Francisco
Barclay Henley, Esq
Gwynn
Mexico
Maximillian
Louis Napoleon
Sonora
Senatalgo
France
Lrench
Dr. Gwinn
Healy
J. C. Ridges
Swinn
Market upturn amid gold decline and regional prospects
The San Francisco market holds firm as gold slips in New York while local prices rise. California Oregon and Nevada mining and agricultural outlooks hint at higher yields. A U S Revenue Collector seizes tobacco and cigars for excise evasion. British Columbia and Vancouver Island consider forming a union as public meetings push the project.
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San Francisco
New York
California
Oregon
Nevada
United States Revenue Collector
British Columbia
Vancouver
Onriuals
Blockade runners captured near Wilmington and fort reports
The gunboat Advance brought in crew fragments from the Stage and Charlotte blockade runners captured near Fort Fisher while attempting to Wilmington with cargoes of rebles blankets and supplies. Owl narrowly escaped capture and another runner was seized off Fort Fisher with unknown name. Reports from New York Raleigh and Washington describe ongoing battles fortifications and possible evacuation of Wilmington with rebel ironclads eyed at City Point.
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Fort. Monror
Fort Fisher
Stage
Charlotte
Wilmington
New York
Caveliake
Raleigh
Terry
Washington
Tims
City Point
James
Richmond
the Herald
Sue
Annie
Prisoners at Old Capitol held months with charges unknown
Washington reports officers confined at Old Capitol for months without charges. A new deficiency bill is to be introduced in the House. Vice Admiral Porter lauds General Terry for a bold assault on Fort Fisher, praising his independent judgment and dedication to the cause.
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Washington
Old Capitol
Porter
Terry
Fort Fisher
Abandonment of Julesburg Station Threatens Overland Mail
The Overland Mail station and grain depot at Julesburg on the Platte is largely deserted after Indian massacres nearby. Maj. Gen. Curtis reports troops seven days out from Cottonwood Springs in pursuit, delaying protection plans and threatening suspension of the mail until spring pasture permits subsistence for livestock. Cottonwood Spring Station lies 106 miles east of Julesburg.
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Washington
Overland Mail
Julesburg
Platte
Curtis
Telefrom
Fort Leavenworth
Oiows
Cottonwood Springs
Halliday
Cottonwood Spring Station
Quebec Parliament Debates Border Outrage Bill
In Quebec City Attorney General Bright introduced a bill to prevent outrages on the border and regulate arms manufacture and shipment for unlawful use. It covers vessel inspection, and removal of unwelcome hospitality providers. The bill draws from Imperial and U S laws and passed first reading before moving to a second.
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Quebec
Bright
United States
Fort Fisher Soldiers and Deaths Reach New York
The S R Spalding brings 445 wounded from Fort Fisher 22d. Gun boats shelled woods along Fear River to dislodge the enemy. Gen. Lewis Bell, a heroic Fort Fisher casualty, is among the remains conveyed by Lieut. Sanford to New Hampshire.
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New York
S. R. Spalding
Fort Fisher
Noes Fear River
Lewis Bell
Sanford
Thea
New Hampshire
Authorities report gang slay three in Sampsonville cattle raid
Lorisvilnn on January 25 reports that officials say a Monday night gang killed three African Americans in Sampsonville. They were guarding a herd of 1,000 head of government cattle with no further details available.
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Lorisvilnn
Sampsonville
Preparing to March Herald Dispatch from Savannah
New York January report from the Herald's Savannah correspondent says Sherman’s army remains in position resting on its laurels while busy refitting for another march.
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New York
the Herald
Savannah
Sth
Sherman
Banished Families Told To Leave Southwest Missouri
Gen. Sanborn, commanding Southwest Missouri district, banished 45 families and 1100 other people to 59 miles outside the district for aiding guerrillas and bushwhackers. They must depart by February 20 or face arrest and punishment.
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St. Louis
Sanborn
Missouri
Fragmentary Note on New Jersey Legislature Rebellion
The text reports a fractured account of a New Jersey legislative event with mentions of factions and acts against authority. It notes a parliamentary proceeding, reactions by leaders, and references to attempts to quell a rebellion and subsequent investigations. The fragmentary nature leaves many names and precise details unclear.
Disasterous East Saginaw fire devastates Hess block
A disastrous fire in East Saginaw destroyed Hess block and several other buildings this morning with an estimated loss of 75000 dollars. Insurance coverage is reported at 40000 dollars. A separate blaze at Ontario Park Packing wiped out the establishment and contents except the safe with losses over 160100 dollars.
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beTnoit
Saginaw
Bo Hess
Hamictes
C. W
Ontario Park Packing Establishment
Taye
Senate panel to question Mayor Gunther over tax office checks
New York reporters note A B Hall Sergeant at arms served a notice on Mayor Gunther to appear before the Senate Investigating Committee at noon tomorrow. The Tax Commissioner Comptroller Croton Aqueduct inspectors Surrogate and Municipal Affairs are among those to be investigated. The committee is expected to arrive this afternoon.
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New York
A. B. Hall
Sen
Gunther
Mittee
Senate
Department of the
Croton Aqueduct
Arthur Arrives from New Orleans With 500 Soldiers
Cairo reports the steamer Arthur from New Orleans arriving with 500 troops en route for the Marine brigade. Texas papers warn of coastal attack and pledge steadfast resistance. Cotton markets show middling around ten dollars in New Orleans with low middling at one pound.
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Cairo
Arthur
New Orleans
Marine Brigade
Texas
Official Bulletin from Washington on Fort Fisher fall and fort surrenders
The Navy Department relays Admiral Porter’s dispatch detailing the fall of Fort Fisher and surrounding works. Fort Caswell and other batteries were blown up or abandoned as Union forces gained control. Gunboats, including Tacony, moved through barriers and fortifications, with reports of heavy earthworks and captured artillery.
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Washington
Navy Department
Admiral Porter
North Atlantic
Souadron
U. S
Prag
Swituvinian
Fort Caswell
For
New York and
Vicksburg
Cushing
Fey
Caswell
Bald Hey
Fort Shaw
Aiso
Foy
Campbell
Fort Cy
Union
Smithville
Deep Water Point
Tacony
Reeve's Point
Fort Fisher
Fort Fis
Wm. Armstrong
Enogh
Gen. L
Fi Fisher
Fort Casnel
Richmond
You and the City Light Alight on This Protest Night
A compact note records a street protest item with key figures and a city setting. It mentions participants and a local organization amid the event, highlighting a brief sequence of actions and public response.
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Wasasseton
Collamer
Ohio River
Louisville
Treasury
Military
Post Office Department
Buffalo
Rebel News
Canada
Shenandoah
Fort Trfss
Monroe
Clifton
Gavit
Pernambuco
Weesele Boas
Howe
Coler Brilith Cobar
New Jerery
Mr. Sooril
Oficial Bulletin
Aan
Tor
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