07 Feb 1862
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Gazette
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1862
Page
1
Nine hundred sick soldiers crowd the General Hospital as winter campaigns strain care. Major Brelford and Dr Winslow secure beds and supplies while surgeons report steady devotion, deaths mount, and nurses cope with fever, typhoid, and pneumonia threats.
From Gen Mitchells division correspondence a noted feature is the exaggerated war stories told by scouts sent from camps. Many inexperienced scouts fear unseen foes, imagining danger in every bush, tree, or rabbit. After a panicked flight they recount miraculous escapes, later doubting their own tale as the dawn clarifies.
Correspondent from Paducah Kentucky describes springlike weather, a fatal shooting of Corporal Osborn by an Illinois guard, and mounting tension among troops. The piece notes General Wallace's departure, troop movements toward Smithland, and cannon arrivals, signaling a potential expedition. It praises Paducah as a strong military post and reflects on changing loyalties and restored civilian life amid Uncle Sam’s money and ongoing Union priorities.
In a Feb report the Cincinnati Commercial wrongly listed Captain Taylor and Perkins, omitting Gregory who led the unit at Logan's Farm. The official report praises Gregory and others for coolness and bravery. the author urges correction and honors due.
A long obituary chronicles the life of James Haddock Smith, Franklin County Clerk and Ohio politician. Born in Brown County, he served in the General Assembly, helped shape state journalism, and aided Union efforts during the Civil War. His death follows a period of illness, leaving four young children and a wide circle of friends across Ohio. The piece also notes his literary tastes and generous nature.
A lengthy statement argues for issuing United States notes as legal tender to fund the war, limiting bonds, and reducing reliance on bank paper. It defends this currency plan against objections about inflation, debt, and government power, claiming it would stabilize value and empower the Union while contrasting Northern freedom with Southern slavery.
Correspondence from Mitt Sprernes Kentucky dated February 1 describes the quiet camp of Crittenden and Zollicoffer, ongoing invoicing of captured supplies, limited regiments, shortages of rations, and marching rumors. It notes the Cumberland River rise, a flag of truce demanding Zollicoffer’s body, and possible rebel movements with reinforcements near Livingston, Tennessee.
A list of wounded rebel prisoners from the battles near Logan's Cross Roads Ky. includes Twentyeth Tennessee, Fifteenth Mississippi, Sixteenth Alabama, Twenty Ninth Tennessee, Seventeenth Tennessee, and Twenty Fifth Tennessee units with numerous lieutenants captains and sergeants named as wounded. Names include C Ewing J E Patterson R A Jordan H H Haynes and many others across Co A to Co K and various regimental staff.
A Navy agent’s clerk delivered a large draft to the Sub-treasury but was seized near Nassau and Liberty streets. A man handed him a letter directing him to No 15 Nassau, room 10 to Mr Spring, where an intruder tied a bag and escaped with a tin box of treasury notes. Detectives investigate and report ongoing efforts to recover the funds.
Washington February 5 The vote against Bright’s expulsion stood 32 to 0 with two-thirds in support of the resolution. The scene after the decision was dramatic as rivals argued and Carlile of Virginia voted no. Bright retreated to Forney’s room then into the Public Land Committee room where his wife awaited him, the defeated actor contemplating his ruined fortunes.
Missouri correspondence reports Gen Sigel's division moving west under Coler while Asboth's division advances. Refugees return toward Southwest Missouri as roads improve and army teams press on. Rumors claim Raines captured by Lane’s forces, but unconfirmed. Price near Springfield eight miles away plans to engage. No major movements expected until troop concentrations finish.
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