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11 Feb 1863
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Gazette
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 1863
Page
1
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Correspondence from Cincinnati Gazette reports Illinois soldiers meeting in Conoyta to adopt resolutions against home treason. Col Bain and Lt Col Phillips spoke, vows to support the President, no dissent, send copies to Governor Yates and Illinois officials. Also includes Ohio officer’s letter from Trevitte Va criticizing Northern treason press and lawmakers, urging unity to sustain the army.
A period-piece message endorses President Lincoln’s war measures and calls for unity among citizens, praising Governor Yates and Major General Fuller for supporting wounded soldiers, while condemning legislators seen as seeking a peace with rebels. The resolutions warn of retribution against traitors and stress steadfast loyalty to the Union.
Resolutions read at dress parade were unanimously adopted by officers and enlisted men of multiple Illinois regiments including the 9th, 12th, 50th, 52d, 57th, 62d, and others. Governors, divisions, and local commanders praised the firm support for the adopted measures amid ongoing front-line duties and outpost assignments.
A Frankfort Commonwealth letter urges Indiana Democrats to unite for the Union against the South and rebel influence. It warns against coalition with the North against Eastern states, condemns demagogues, and condemns peace terms as treasonous. Signers include Hover, Sproxmty, McStax, McGrims, Snack. Feb 2 1963.
Correspondence from Corinth notes resumed mail service and paymaster activity, with Maj Wilson paying July and August soldiers and promising more. A flotilla train to Florence Alabama failed due to a broken wheel on the J Raymond, forcing withdrawal after a muddy, rain soaked march. Deserters and guerrillas are reported, while army changes include reorganization of corps and promotions. Legislative scenes depict partisan tensions, debates over negro troops, and calls to war aims with mixed amendments.
Special correspondence from Indianapolis dated February 10 describes Senate routine as old stagers return, with perfumed halls, courteous salutations, and a president smiling. A bill fixes compensation for conscientious exemptions at fifty dollars and two and a half percent on property cash value. Three House bills read first time. seven bills introduced and committee reports disposed of.
Post Office clerks faced a large task sorting eight thousand four hundred dollars in soiled gum-back stamps from the Eighth Avenue Railroad Company. The bundle required two stout men to move to the office with counts to be completed by April 1 according to the New York Herald.
The Paris correspondent for the London Photographic News reports tobacco smoke in developing rooms harms images. An artist’s instant process fogged during smoking. after airing and ventilating, subsequent trials yielded perfect images. Observers note many failures attributed to smoke in operation rooms.
Correspondent reports the Queen of the West rammed past batteries at Vicksburg under heavy fire. The assault, aimed to open a transport passage and deter Confederate defenses, inspired Union crews and hinted at further riverine operations. Colonel Ellett and Captain S. rode the ram. Mrs S. accompanied her husband, prompting talk of a romantic episode amid war. Some reports detail the wife’s presence on the return voyage and the pretexts cited for the flag of truce.
An Evening Post report recounts a secret New York secession sympathy meeting at Delmonico's. Editors denounce an alleged fund raising to spread political ignorance, funded by wealthy New York patrons and foreign money brokers to undermine the government and bolster rebel voices.
A reader forwards observations on a Times note about Captain Hall and a cache of Frobisher relics. The letter discusses the 1578 voyage instructions, miners sent under Edward Fenton, Denham’s ore proofs, and the likely worthless ore findings. It highlights small silver particles trapped in ore and questions the value of specimens shipped to England.
Advices from Mexico City as of January 4 indicate the French nearing the capital with Mexican arms poised for triumph. Reports from Vera Cruz note 800 US bought mules for the French and Puebla situates French forces near Acultzingo with eight thousand men and thirty guns. Additional detachments moving from Quecholac to Tecomachalco and Perote cover. Dispatches claim Carvajal’s troops bivouacked at San Bartolo. mules seized near Tecamachalco Quecholac and five hundred mules captured near Palmar bound for the invaders. There is no other news. Jesus Orraa, Manuel Marte de Sandoval. Mexico, Jan. 3, 1863.
From Arkansas the Batesville Marmaduke dash succeeds as Col Waring’s cavalry drives the Confederate force from Batesville on the night of the 4th. Prisoners taken include Col. Adame. Enemy ferries, some drown while crossing. Waring remounts and prepares to retire per orders. J. W. Davidson, Brig. Gen.
The arrant humbug George Francis Train was halted in St Louis on Saturday as military authorities restrained him and he was taken across the river to Illinois. He expected to address the Missouri Legislature but will not, after two poorly received lectures, one on England and another about himself, amid strong disapproval from loyal citizens over attacks on Lincoln and the North.
A critical look at phonography critiques the craze for rapid shorthand. It argues most fail to master it, cites practice limits versus longhand, and favors selective reporting over verbatim transcription for practical reporters and writers.
The article recalls elderly figures in Boston linked to historic events. Rev. Mr. Cleveland, nearing ninety one, made twenty six charitable visits in a day. Hon. William Foster also aged ninety one, recalls dining with Washington and Civil War-era memories. Hon. Josiah Quincy turns ninety one next February with enduring vigor. Lord Lyndhurst, Boston-born, reaches ninety one in May, active in duties. Mrs. Gardner Greene, sister of Lyndhurst, is ninety two. Three 1774 Marblehead emigrants, including Lyndhurst and Mrs. Copley, remain alive.
The Friends in North Carolina, aligned with other abolitionist sects, face conscription pressure and social strain as deserters from slavery flee to free states. Despite renewed anti slavery testimony at their Yearly Meeting, a memorial to Richmond sought exemption from military duty but failed. They were taxed or fined 590 dollars each for exemption and chose not to pay on principle.
A private letter lists Richmond prices for unbleached cotton brown sugar and other materials with figures like 96 1b and 6 00 and 20 00. It also notes a published work Songs in the Night a hymn collection with introduction by Rev A O Thompson praised for taste and solace and issued by J E Tilton & Co Cincinnati Applegate & Co.
Three cases before the Superior Court appeal panel addressed promissory notes and accommodation makers. Judgment for defendants in error affirmed after Judge Hoadly’s lengthy opinion. Other docket items involve a transcript viability ruling and a common pleas matter with Boyle and Garrison, plus a letter defending the Covenanter name.
The Montreal Ocean Steam Ship Company lists its Clyde-built liners sailing from port on a Thursday. The fleet carries passengers to Londonderry and Liverpool with full-powered, first-class accommodations and return tickets.
Fragmented OCR shows an insurance statement listing total mortgages, secured debts, value and shares, and premiums. It notes debts secured by vouchers and other securities described as unseen or unclear, with total loaned amounts and an entry for premiums. The legible items reference Wales and stock shares.
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