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Newspaper
Camden Weekly Journal
Location
Camden, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1866
Page
2
The notice announces advertising rate changes and a special offer: two years of subscription for one year. It warns of a deduction in rates due to regulatory changes and sets a three day deadline for subscription adjustments.
Eyewitness account of General Sherman’s army advancing on Columbia, detailing crossing the Congaree and Saluda, the city’s occupation, looting, and fires. The narrative describes soldiers parading with loot, destruction of the state house grounds, plundered goods, and the burning of the town, with reflections on the cause and responsibility.
Camden residents are urged to attend a Town Hall gathering on Monday the 25th at noon to appoint delegates for the National Union Convention and the South Carolina State Convention, convened by Governor Ges, at Columbia.
Fragmentary OCR reveals political commentary urging opposition to a tariff or policy bill, criticizing lawmakers and urging public action. Also mentions South American conflicts with Paraguay and Britain, noting casualties and Allied forces’ struggles, but the exact names, dates, and sources are unclear.
A rough report from Charleston covers Judge Anminem’s address and the Grand Jury’s task. The judge urged scrutiny of magistracy and boards, warned of writs and warrants abuses, and emphasized reports to ensure action through the Solicitor. Exar notes the sketch is incomplete and promises fuller coverage next week.
Reported in Titost dated dispatches the Liny Cabinet has been installed while the Austrian army command sees changes. The Austrian troops are said to have evacuated Lom burly as refuted initiatives ease.
A dubious dispatch alleges Secretarius Stanton, Mave Int, Speed and Dennizon resigned and were accepted by the President. The writer laments past choices and urges a cautious cabinet rebuild, hoping the South’s Union restoration and reduced military influence. The country awaits names of the new Cabinet members.
Professor W J Barris of South Carolina College acts as State agent to compile a formal roster of names of soldiers who died from disease, accident, wounds, or in battle. Those with relatives who died in the conflict are urged to assist Professor Barris promptly. An annuity is offered to the first Italian soldier to set foot in Venice.
The continued dry weather is unfavorable for crops. Most planters are unlikely to achieve half a crop in corn or cotton, and the wheat crop is light nationwide. Some seed sown remains unfertilized, with further state prospects promised in the next issue.
The National Express Company states the southern line of communication has worsened and competition grows. It promises safer and quicker handling of all goods and valuables. Jory A Boswert is named local agent for deliveries and pickup at the old Minoxer, Bosween & Bim stand.
Serious apprehensions grip the Denver Cold Region settlement as Cheyenne bands march on the war path. A group of Cheyennes have depredated along the Little Blue River about two hundred miles from Leavenworth, and the whole Kansas and Platte river region swarms with hostile bands.
A Montreal telegram reports the arrival of regi abuts from England and three gunboats for service in Canadian waters. Damage to Canada from Ponian raids is estimated at $50,00. The motion expressing want of consistency in the Government was lost by a large majority.
European dispatches report the steamship America arriving at New York with Southampton dates, while Lord Derby forms a new ministry led by Derby as premier and D'Tsrashi as chancellor. Prussian victories at Gitschen devastate Austrian forces, with massive casualties and prisoners. Army movements include the Army of the Elbe and Silesia converging, and the King of Prussia visiting the front. Italians prepare for further action as battles loom. Public unrest in London follows a royal parade.
The President accepted Alexander Kendall's resignation as Postmaster General amid cabinet reshuffles. The text notes a 877,000,000 treasury issue and references opposition to constitutional amendments and Philadelphia Convention. The President acknowledges Kendall's service while noting the broader political tensions.
Latest European telegraphic notes report cholera in Southwestern Prussia with widespread Holland outbreaks. Rotterdam records 18 deaths while Delft and Delft area report 220 and 39 deaths respectively, Berlin and Stettin show cases, and Antwerp notes 84 deaths. In France the epidemic surges notably at Amiens with Paris spared.
The article notes the resignation of Attorney General Speed with Judge Strawsberry of Ohio or Browning of Minot as his potential successor. It also mentions the expected resignation of Secretary Harlan and an ongoing Republican caucus session possibly prolonging to August, along with a whimsical aside about Rev. Theodore Tilton’s appearance in Washington.
Dispatches from Havana report a north Cuba revolt near Porto Principe with claims of independence from Spain. Insurgents allegedly gained support from 7000 troops and 1000 enslaved people, while Spanish forces shifted sides and landed near Nuevas. News tallies indicate widespread excitement and mounting conflict across the region.
A congressional summary notes a joint resolution to commend the President on actions in Kingston and Johnston case, with Williams voting to reconsider. House debate includes tariff revision provisions, duties on various goods, and a 50 percent ad valorem rate. Contested Fuller v. Dawson decision described as sustained. Two young women, Topi Tinelly and Annig Marion, mentioned in passing.
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