23 May 1864
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Gazette
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1864
Page
1
The notice lists weekly and daily classified ad terms for multiple copy counts from two to twenty plus extras for subscriptions. It specifies advertisement rates for Morgay items and small listings like wants for sale or found items, with pricing at five cents per line or forty words per insertion.
Long reconstruction of Civil War strategy cites Grant's movements from Grenada to Vicksburg, predicts future battles, and analyzes Confederate strength. Warns of Georgia and Virginia maneuvers, notes enemy numbers, and critiques Davis and Kentucky Conservatives amid urging patience for ultimate victory.
A Kentucky piece reports Scott County conservatives held a large convention with strong Union loyalty rhetoric. It criticizes rebels attending and questions the county’s influence on national war policy, noting slave counts, militia size, past election votes, and support for McClellan.
Special correspondence lauds Ohio for raising over 38 000 citizen soldiers in 16 days and arming 34 000 militia within three weeks, eclipsing other states. Governor John Brough's leadership is praised for swift consolidation, muster, and dispatch to camps, with War Secretary Stanton commending Ohio's prompt action as pivotal to ending the war.
The Adjutant General praises Col W P Richardson 25th Ohio Volunteers for organizing and forwarding National Guards, citing Ohio's rapid mobilization of forty regiments in two weeks. The memorials include a Cincinnati teachers union protesting pay schedules, and two convention reports from Cincinnati district political gatherings outlining delegate selections to Baltimore.
New York May 21 reports detail Meade and Grant's right flank under attack by Ewell's corps near Spottsylvania Court House. Tyler's heavy artillery division steadied a fresh assault, driving rebels into the woods despite heavy losses. Birney and Crawford provided support, while Tyler’s troops withdrew after several miles of fighting. News also notes Guinney's Station captured by Talbot's cavalry and lines of supply shifting toward Bowling Green.
The fragment contemplates whether a woman should pursue her own thoughts and actions for the public good or endure toil. It argues that personal wisdom may arise from bitter experience and questions if such thinking serves the greatest good for the greatest number.
A fragment notes a pledge adopted by an organization described as the Ladies’ Ecomical impeting Cooper. The text references continuing rebellion and commitment, though incomplete. The readable portion highlights a formal pledge within a group, indicating collective resolve.
Liverpool reports a soft trading day with breadstuffs and provisions dull and easier while Consols trade at 914 to 912 for money reflecting a cautious mood in the currency and commodity markets.
From Butler's Department New York May 21 the Herald correspondent in Butler's army dated the 18th reports two heavy cane columns passing down the pike toward Petersburg with large trains Gen Foster moved to destroy the trains but met strong resistance as the enemy repairs the railroad and concentrates 20 000 to 25 000 forces to keep Lee's communications open and crush Butler
In New York on May 21 the order suspending the World and Journal of Commerce has been revoked allowing the papers to resume publication. The relief follows the suspension and enables the offices to operate and print again as before.
Louisville May 21 travel between here and Nashville has resumed after days of military occupation of the railroad. Local lines report normal service returning as troops withdraw and trains operate at regular speeds again.
River nine feet scant by the pier mark and falling. Weather clear and close.
Washington May 21 dispatch reports no major events for the Army of the Potomac. Wounded from Thursday's fight were sent to Fredericksburg. total casualties around 1,100. Rebel losses estimated at 1,250 with about 450 prisoners. Sixty Fredericksburg citizens arrested as hostages. Private advices confirm Lee's army is larger than earlier estimates, bolstered by recent battles.
A freight train left the track near Crestline early this morning. DeWitt, of the firm DeWitt and DeWitt of this city, was killed. others were seriously injured or among the injured, with several brought to nearby facilities for treatment.
London shipments report 6,000 tons of gas coal priced for the commission. Payment to James Henry was noted at the same place, with attempts to sell the same lot and public auction planned for Tuesday morning.
The Florida, a rebel privateer, sailed from Bermuda on the 15th, setting out on a cruise. Reports indicate preparations and expected engagements as it heads toward Ber muda, with observers noting its vessel readiness and probable targets.
Danbury Connecticut May 21 a Danbury and Norwalk Railroad depot in the nace was entered last night by removing a panel of the door. The safe was blown open and robbed of about 600 dollars.
The Senate heard Lane Kansas present the credentials of Fishblack Arkansas as senator elect replacing Sebastian. Conness moved to refer, debate on Pacific Railroad bill continued. Executive session confirmed Brigadiers for Wilderness and Spottsylvania fights. Postmaster General appoitment of James Mayer at large. Obscure notices include Willard heirs suit and partition cases in Hamilton County Ohio and multiple docketed notices with property descriptions.
Proposals for meat and fat products including tallow lard bacon pork and beef appear in a general produce listing. The notice emphasizes quick returns and prompt disposal of articles, with a focus on male buyers and timely arrangements.
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