04 Feb 1863
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Gazette
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 04, 1863
Page
1
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Correspondence from the Yazoo expedition aboard the Red Rover describes the hospital ship's recent activities, its conversion from a Nashville and New Orleans packet, and the admiral's plans for a new base while Gorman’s transports progress toward Helena. The narrative praised Dr. Bix Cary and Captain Weller, details aboard the ward and convalescent areas, and noted staffing and nurse shortages on the fleet hospital.
A Civil War field letter details Union naval movements on the Mississippi, landings near the canal, and the adversary's fortifications at Vicksburg. It notes extensive disease, terrain hindrances, and preparations for a prolonged siege with major troops and batteries described, while criticizing a staff writer’s portrayal of commanders.
Correspondent from Murfreesboro Tenn dated Jan 30 reports Dr McDermont a surgeon in the Army of the Cumberland departing for home in Dayton Cincinnati area. A detachment of the Seventy-fifth Indiana led by Captain Steel foraged near Manchester Pike and captured 28 prisoners including three officers, brought to Murfreesboro last night five miles beyond the pickets. Weather remains fine and hospital deaths are down.
Miami University January 30 notes the Erodelphian Society’s unanimous resolutions mourning the death of Colonel Minor Millikin in the Stane river battle. The proposal expresses gratitude for his Christian character and leadership, offers sympathy to his wife and family, and directs a copy of the resolutions to the deceased’s family. The signatories include H.C. Taorwrox, Hurcussox, Rows, and Hatt.
A Confederate account from January 14 1863 describes the Arkansas Post stand against a much larger Union force. It portrays Churchill and the garrison as heroic, condemned alleged treachery, and denounces Reconstruction while debating Confederate governance and foreign intrigue in Galveston and Richmond.
An appeal urges reform of hospital care amid the Civil War. It condemns misused sanitary stores and damaged food, cites nurse dismissals after exposing abuse, and calls for independent hospital visits to report wrongs without fear. The piece advocates regular inspections and a trusted emissary to hear complaints.
General Pope presents a long delayed account of his Virginia campaign focusing on the Valley operations and the withdrawal of McClellan’s forces to the James River. He argues the army should have moved its base rather than retreat, highlighting strategic choices and outcomes.
A extended report describes Gen Pope's Peninsular retreat and the three day battle sequence from Cedar Mountain to Chantilly. It notes Jackson's movements, Ramifications for Washington, and Pope’s request for relief and approval from the General in Chief.
The Thirteenth Indiana, the only Western regiment in the Blackwater action at Virginia, sustains multiple wounded. Named among the injured are Amos Fortenth co B with hip and forearm flesh wounds, Jansen Barnnes co B with nose wound, and Jacob Short co F with wrist flesh wound, among others.
In room No 1 Judge Oliver heard Mathers vs Martin and building walls. Kil gour & siettintus vs Wes and others, the railroad case, before Judge Heading man with Mr. Mitchell and Taft involved. Grand Jury rooms 46 were sworn. Superior Court General Term heard arguments on pay and others. Warden sought to examine county treasury and conduct a habeas inquiry.
Information from this city indicates rebel John Morgen was captured after an incident on the Cumberland River. Details are limited but report notes Morgen’s capture and ongoing investigation.
Washington February 2. Rumors say rebel leaders grow alarmed and talk of peace. General Butler has not accepted or likely will not accept a Union command in Louisiana and Texas. The exact assignment remains unsettled as General Canby is ordered to duty and assumes duties of war officials.
Gen Rousseau spoke to a Lancaster crowd amid bad weather thanking locals for their welcome. He said he is not a politician, supports the government and aims to unite the people to back the soldiers, urging unity over faction to save the country and the old government. He commanded in the Army of the Cumberland and emphasized common purpose over jealousy.
Rebel sources state Gen Johnston will command the army of Middle Tennessee with Donelson possibly leading a merged Middle and East Tennessee department. Magruder opens Galveston to trade. a British steamer runs the blockade into a Confederate port. Scout reports evacutions at Pintkney and Ball’s Islands. 47 sail vessels at Hilton Head. heavy firing observed near Stone. Movements in Virginia discuss Erie & Illinois Ship Canal timing. New Orleans cases favored, North Carolina cases opposed. Burretz, Va says enemy troops near Suffolk with no expected engagement.
The Ocean Queen arrives with South American mail from Valparaiso dated January 2 and Callao dated January 1. New Zealand reports show gold discoveries surpassing those in Australia. A British steamer near Aspinwall says the privateer Re tribution burned four American vessels near St Thomas.
A hundred Portland leaders invite McClellan to visit their city in New England. He thanks them and notes growing conservative feeling in the region, calling it the strength and glory of the nation. Delegations from other cities also seek visits.
New publication notes Mrs Henry Wood's Verner's Pride issued by T B Peterson & Co from English sheets, offered in two neatly printed volumes of about four hundred pages. The review praises Wood's prolific output and contrasts it with East Lynn, calling Verner's Pride one of her best. Also advertised is The Rebellion lamp twenty sixth monthly part containing war documents with steel engravings of General Hooker and Commodore Sailey, available from G N Lewis at 28 West Sixth Street.
Notices announcing the dissolution of partnerships and continuation of business. Details include firms like Wilby & Rae and Laws & Laws of Cincinnati with authorized liquidation, dates in January 1863, and auctioneers and merchants handling tobacco, boots, pork, beef, and Government goods.
A New York state insurance statement outlines assets and mortgages for a company. It lists mortgages on real estate, stocks and bonds, debts for premiums, and total assets versus liabilities. The document records officers sworn in and confirms capital and investment holdings, with details on loans to directors and state compliance.
The Auditor of State of Ohio certifies that the Washington Insurance Company of New York is authorized to issue Fire and Marine insurance in Ohio until January 31, 1864. The document records compliance with requirements including capital and deposits and acknowledges agents may transact service of process.
Merchants and others with large amounts to insure may find facilities for satisfactory negotiation of risk with Fire or Marine insurers. No need to visit multiple offices. George Taylor, 400 West Third Street.
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