Death of Capt. Road and political rancor in Iowa
A letter confirms Captain Road of the 12th Regular Infantry was killed on August 30 while leading his company. Once resident and leader of the Western Railroad, he died a gallant, early death, leaving a bereaved family and a community’s respect. The piece also attacks Mahony allies in Iowa politics, condemning the party line and urging voters to reject traitorous factions and elect loyalists to Congress.
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Buint
Mra. Read
Srd
Road
Our
Western Railroad
Patriotic
12Th Regular Infantry
Ead
Messrs
Phelps
Craig
Mahony
Hall, Clagett & Co
Mahonyites
Mahony Organs
Olive Branch
Democrat
Mr. P
Waipanigwing
Vallandigham
Dayton
Vahlandig
Tribune
Congress
Dabubue Herald
Mahoney
Herapa Pga
Ita
Vallandigham and Schenck in Ohio Campaign Clash
A Dayton era editorial rails at Vallandigham for aiding traitors and opposing Union defense while praising General Schenck for courage and patriotism. The piece contrasts their characters, warns against Democratic treachery, and notes Ohio's support for Union cause with a history of volunteers and contested loyalties. It condemns conspiracies aiding Jeff Davis and proclaims Vallandigham’s nomination a national risk.
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Tay
Congress
Dubsaque Herald
Mahony
Vallandigham
Ohio
Teane
Jeff
Davia
Herald
Mahonys
Thayers
Hornishes
Vallandighams
Dodges
Deans
Wighad
Jden
Wivorioea
Ives Chas Baseton
Robert ©. Sehenck
Washington
Cincinmati
Jeff Davie
Schenck
Vallandighem
Davis
Arnold
Debates Over War Policy and Local Politicians in Iowa
The piece critiques Democratic leaders in Des Moines county for opposing Union support and blocking soldier bounty, alleges they voted against bounty at the Board of Supervisors, and accuses Mahony School loyalists of manipulating Democratic ranks to hinder volunteers. It notes independent bids for district offices, Gen Pope’s fuller report, and local wartime movements including the 22d Iowa Regiment and a regimental court-martial.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chas. H. Phelps
Ual
Mahony
Mt. Pleasant
Springer
Phelps
Des Moines
Ows County
Mahony, Dodge & Co
Democratic Party
Union Agit
Democrate
Board of Supervisors
Burlington
Mahony ‘School
Democratic
Pope
Frank T. Campbell
Montezuma Republican
11Th Mat
Camp Pope
Iowa City
Iowa Volunteer Infantry
W. M. Stone
St. Louis
Blankets Needed for Keokuk Recruits
Civil War era plea urging citizens to send blankets and quilts to Keokuk companies under Capt. Roberts and Capt. Cameron, as government supply delays persist. Donations requested via Sundeland House in Keokuk and Cartwright & Crowder in Kossuth.
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Keokuk
Roberts
Cameron
Sunderland House
Cartwright & Crowder
Kossuth
Debates Over War Policy Split by Abingdon Meet
The Sept 9 1962 Fararigto canvass describes heated exchanges between Wilson and Hornish in Abingdon as they clash over confiscation emancipation and other wartime measures. Wilson defends his Congress record while Hornish is criticized for constitutional objections and political motives. The report notes sharp rhetoric and crowd reaction amid a broader Washington debate on Union policy.
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Fararigto
Dunnam
Messrs. Wilson
Hornish
Abingdon
Burlington
Greely
Wendell Phillipa
Wilden
Wilson
Congress
Mahony
Times
Wendell Phillips
Bingham
Fort Donelson
Lincoln
Washington
Haws-Ers
Henesty
Col
Bolens
Debates Stir Local View on War Policy and Slavery
An 1860s county report recounts political clashes over Abraham Lincoln, emancipation, and wartime measures. Voters express demand for a stern war policy, while opponents attack confiscation and abolition as unconstitutional. References to Wilson, Hornish, and a Chicago speaker frame the local political mood.
Congressional Discussion at Brighton Sees Hornish Attacked
Citizens gathered at the new hotel for a congressional debate between J F Wilson and J K Hornish. Hornish spoke for an hour, Wilson for an hour and a half, then Hornish tried a final half hour. The piece denounces Hornish as a Mahony ally and Abolitionist, praising Wilson and predicting Hornish’s defeat. Brighton September 13 1862.
Four Days with the Rebels in Frederick
The Baltimore American recounts a Frederick visit by Bradley Johnson and his Rebel followers lasting four days until Tuesday evening. They spent, and in some cases drained, clothing and provisions from the city while paying with Confederate crip and scarce South Carolina money. Storekeepers reportedly opened under orders, exchanging goods for scrip, leaving residents and soldiers near starving if the Rebel presence continued.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frederick
Baltimore American
Bradley Johnson
South Carolina
Bradley ‘Johnson
A.J. Delashman
Sece sionist advance to Frederick described by witness
A wartime interview details secessionists entering Frederick Maryland with 500 recruits from nearby counties, garnishing a mixed reception. Soldiers are described as filthy and ragged, with Unionists mocking them. Authorities dispersed disturbances and discussed their aims, including potential movements toward Hagerstown as tensions rise amid scarce food and draft pressures.
Floods and Rebels Fight in Potomac War Rhythm
A Civil War era letter urges a Potomac flood to drive Confederates from Maryland, blaming weather for aiding the rebels and praising storms that hinder Union advances. It cites past rains aiding or hindering military moves, then shifts to a Minnesota Indian War defense story where a woman aided by a Swedish rescuer saves a man, who dies later.
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Potomac
Maryland
Fair Oaks
Shiloh
White River
Duval’s Bluff
Arkansas
Tennessee
Cumberland
Mississippi
Vicksburg
Forest City
Palmer
Ot Cloud
N. Y
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Davenport
H. B Hendershott
Mahonya
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Dew
Jeadaidt
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Gay
Mr. Phelps
Lat
Constitution
Clagett
Charles Phelps
First Judicial District
John H. Craig
AvponTsyst
Drrury Agsrssons
Lee
Pickie
Dreungp Oor
Wm. Barber
Iowa
B. H. Trimble
H. H. Trimble
Trimble
Broombep
Epiron Haws-Ere
Ottumwa
Coun
Icean
Sean
Hornigh
Abe
Abraham Liscoln
District of Columbia
Grands
Unidos
Atebia
James F. Wilson
Hornishake
Mr. Eddy
Chicago
Harlan
C. Dusgam
Dodge
Albert Pike
Pea Ridge Batttle Field
Northwest
Sheward
Douglas
Rome
Brighton
Shim
Camas
Valenciui Q
Geo. Gooper
Soka
Sion-Town
Ross Matt
Bradley Johnacg
Frederick A
Baltimore
Anne Argsdel
Montgomery
Ostroll
Baltimore City
Carroll County
Westminster
Esorg E Store Oopern
Gen. Banks
Unioniata
Jackson
Hagerstown
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