Italy Weather Birds The Earnest Workers Distinctiona Between Good and Worthless Officers
Special correspondence from Musrreessono Tenn reports on Civil War duty and officer conduct. It contrasts good officers who stay connected to their commands with worthless ones who avoid duty. Notable names include Gen Negley Col Wilder Col Burke Major Pugh and Lt J S Wilson, illustrating discipline, communication, and dedication as keys to effective leadership amid military strain.
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Italy
Cincinnati Gasette
Musrreessono
Tenn
Rolly
Enersy
Negley
Col. Wilder
17Th Tacitans
Pugh
4Th
J. 8. Wilson
3D Ohio
John Beatty
Wheeler Ie
Big Card
John Morgan
HeapQua Anrens Cavaller Disgraceful Command Discipline
Fragmented OCR text reports a critique of the military command's discipline, describing a disgraceful state within the unit. The readable portion suggests concern over governance and order in a 1868 context, with unclear names or locations due to transcription errors.
Inside a Southern Plantation Tour by W H Russell
A vivid 19th century plantation landscape is sketched with overseers and slaves. The narrator Olympia, Mr Seal, and a party observe enslaved children, education, religion, and daily life while critiquing the overseer’s indifference to humanity and the pursuit of profit in sugar cultivation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Massa Seal
Mr. Seal
Mr. Burnside
George
W. H. Russell
Disgraceful conduct under fire cited by cavalry chief
A Confederate era command issue condemns officers and men who avoid action by remaining in reserve or resting camps. It orders regimental and company commanders to keep duty, drill, and proper equipment, punish breaches, and arrest nonperformers. Major General Wheeler presides with Brigadier Burorp detailing enforcement.
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Wheeter
Burorp
Northwestern Treason Plot Ousts McDowell Court Inquiry
Special Washington dispatch reports ex Senator Geo E Pugh alleging a Northwest secession plot with the South is under way. McDowell’s Court of Inquiry scenes unfold. officers defend his loyalty, noting his abstinence and faithful service. Commentary from Washington observers questions his return to command.
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Northwestern
McDowell Court
Geo. E. Pugh
Northwest
Mr. Pugh
Union
Pugh
M’ Dowell Court OF Inquiry
McDowell
Pubdlic
Hardihood
General McDowell
Havin
McClellan
Fremont
Letter from New York on Lincoln era war politics
In New York the Prince of Wales speech prompts debate on loyalty and dissent within the Democratic and Republican camps. The writer questions Butler's command, Lincoln's plans, and McClellan's role, suggesting factional manipulation, distrust of the press, and the danger of protracted delay in unifying the Union. The piece critiques Seward, Banks, and McClellan amid rumor, political brinkmanship, and wartime maneuvering.
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New York
John van Buren
Seymour-Wood
John
Democratic
Delmonico
Evening Post
Post
Express
World, Herald
Journal of Commerce
Times
Washington
General Butler
Texas
Butler
Lincoln
Gen. Butler
Department of the Gulf
Seward
Mercier-Richmond
M. Mercier
M. Thouvenel
New Orleans
Republic
Banks
McClellan
Albany
Boston
Army of the Potomac
Mo € le
Legislative maneuvers in Indianapolis report
In Granapolis February 18 the Indiana Legislature operates swiftly with House and Senate activity. A German language education petition is referred to Education. multiple bills advance, others tabled. A bold militia reform proposal shifts appointment power to state officers, sparking debate. Bills on railroad obligations, cemetery land, school funding, and debt relief proceed, with partisan exchanges over press influence and wartime policy.
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House
Hanna
Indiana
Committee On Education
Senate
United States
Floyd County
Hanne
Browne
Randolph
Manefield
Judiciary Committee
84Th Indiana Regiment
Mr. Cobb
Gov. Morton
Col. Holloway
Mr. Browne
Col. Wilder
17Th
Mr. Claypool
Indianapolis Journal
Col. Gooding
Hatteras
Kary
Giv
Cobb
Colonization Board of the State
J. A. Calary
Wick
Toate
Mr. Lassalle
Loyal Texans Strike at Rebel Wagon Train on Christmas Day
A Boston Traveller correspondent recounts a band of about forty Texans who fled rebels, joined the Mexican army, crossed into Texas, attacked a wagon train bound for Ringgold Barracks, killed nine rebels, burned wagons, and seized provisions. Led by Captain Octaviana Zspate and Lt Antonio Dias, they vowed to defend the flag, await arms from Government, and urged support to raise a larger force within thirty days.
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Boston Traveller
Los Cuevas Ranche
Ringgold Barracks
Frank Post
New York City
Aad
Octaviana Zspate
Antonio Dias
Texas
Hamilton
Post
Counterfeit Postage Currency Ring Tied to Indianapolis Case
The St. Louis Republican reports G. Hammer, proprietor of the Broadway Bank on Broadway near Carr street, was arrested by Deputy US Marshal George Kyler in Indianapolis on a counterfeit postage currency charge. Hammer had fled a prior arson and robbery incident involving a bogus Provost Marshal order, and paid indemnity to quell that affair. Police in Indianapolis believe an organized band is circulating counterfeit stamps.
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St. Louis
United States Grand Jury
Indianapoligy
Indiana
United States
George Kyler
Hammer
Indianapolis
Rammer
Geome
Broadway
Carr Street
Redmond
Disabled War Hero Isaac Smith and His Wounds
The New Albany Ledger reports Isaac Smith of Milltown Crawford county was discharged from U S service due to disability. He served in the 53d Indians and endured five wounds at the Hatchie battle including to the eye neck arm chest and back. Affected by a chest lung injury he cannot swallow coarse foods, living on soups mush and milk, yet remains praised as a gallant soldier deserving a pension.
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New Albany Ledger
Isaac Smith
Milltown
Crawford County
United States Service
Hancock Estate Sale on Beacon Street for 125000
The Hancock Estate on Beacon Street, owned by the heirs of John Hancock, sold to James H. Beebe and Gardner Brewer for 125000. The parcel covers about 10,000 in land and 80 in another measure, with per square foot price noted. Gov Banks supported state purchase for preservation, while plans reportedly consider building dwellings on the site.
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Hancock
Beacon Street
John Hancock
Mesers
James H. Beebe
Gardner Brewer
Gov. Banks
Boston
French Mediation in Our Affairs and the Paris Papers
The Paris papers publish Drouyn de L’Huys dispatches urging peace talks between North and South America. French mediation is praised by Le France and La Patrie, while Le Temps and others warn the North-South divide remains stark and warn against foreign intervention.
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Paris
Napoleon
Drouyn de L’huys
Mercier
Washington
la Nation
Endin
England
Russia
France
Europe
Lincoln
M. Drouyn de L'Huys
Americana
United States
North
America
le France
Organ
Empress
M. Mercier
M. Drouyn de L’hoya
North America
Lising
Jefferson Davis
Constitutionnel
Minisister of the Interior
Moniteur
le Temps
Liberal and Opposition
The
Opinion Nationale
Prince Napoleon
Lancashire
Seine Inferieure
Remarkable Speech by Illinois Senator Denounces Traitors
Senator Funk of McLean County delivers a thunderous address denouncing alleged traitors in the Illinois Senate. He vows to meet opponents on the floor or in combat, demands hempen collars or hanging, and proclaims loyalty to the Union while urging support for the war effort and taxes to fund it. The speech sparks loud cheers as he defends his country and taxes he pays.
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Ilinois
Illinois
Funk
McLean County
Springfield
Chicago Tribune
Mr. Funk Roto
Speete
Sucus
Senate
Hhs
Mr. Funk
Col. Mack
Mr. Speaker
Hell
Speaker
Raney
Mansion Sale On Fifth Avenue Fetches 22000 Dollars
Real estate report notes the sale of a splendid mansion on Fifth Avenue, associated with the late L. M. me near ee ae tee ee Srean Sieve died Benes. The price paid was $22,000.
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New York
L. M. Me
Fifth Avenue
Ee Ae Tee Ee Srean Sieve
Benes
How Little Mac and the Boston Ballad Memoir
A fragmented poem and political speech excerpt recount a Boston scene with satire on Little Mac and a vivid account of crowds, revelry, and preconcerted noise at Beacon Street gatherings. The second piece is John Van Buren’s New York address opposing Southern secession and urging constitutional limits, peace, and wary stance on foreign intervention.
Proprietors Advertise Bitters Promising Vital Health Benefits
A long advertisement claims thousands of letters from eminent testers prove medical virtues of these Bitters. It asks readers if they want strength appetite sleep energy and a brisk vigorous feeling and suggests the product improves nervousness and general well being.
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Ie Gon
Testimony on Hoofland's German Bitters by a Religious Editor
J NEWTON BROWN, editor, explains initial distrust of Patent Medicines yet recounts personal trial with Hoofland's German Bitters by Dr C M Jackson. He writes of prejudice against alcohol as an ingredient but notes belief in benefit after using three bottles, reporting improvement in bodily health.
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J. Newton Brown
D.D
Encyclopedia of Religious Knowledge
Myor
C. M. Jackson
Dear Bir Commmunity of Meakinee Liver Aid Letter
Dr. Jackson Dear Bir I have been requested to connect my name with community of Meakinee but speaks unclear. I present to convey that after identity I am often known as and liver complaint. A safe and valuable remedy German Bitters from Dre Scotland may benefit those with above concerns. Very respectful J H Renn Eighth below Coates st rukse nee December.
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Dr. Jackson
J. H. Renn
Coates St
Rukse
For Sale By Druggists Across United States TS Cents Per Bottle
In a misspelled note the signature of C M Jackson appears with address No 681 Arch Street marking a druggist sale. The phrase every where in the United States implies wide distribution at a fixed price per bottle.
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Draggista
United States
The Colored Massachusetts Regiment in limbo shows rough numbers
Fragmentary OCR notes indicate the Colored Massachusetts Regiment awaiting formal designation with tentative numbering and status unclear. Names, dates, and exact actions are not readable, but the item signals a step in organizing an African American unit in Massachusetts military history.
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Committee On Federal
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M’dowell
West
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West Pointer
West Point
Gen. McDowell
Aaron
Aoare
George B. McClellan
Granapolis
Washington Cabinet
Mitha
Republicani
Boston-wise
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Vera
Lion
Dameela
Ris
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Hemonot
South
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Congress
van Buren
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CTO
Doctor
HM. Jackson
Philadelphia
Pat
Wil
Heofland
Hoofland
Pione
Nervine
Tonia
Wundee
M. Jameson
Norte
Germantown
Wurde
Rittenhouse
C. M. Jaceson
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Ween Regiment
Basie
C. M. Jacksom
Arch Street
Jones & Evans
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Massachusetts
Pro Colored
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