05 Dec 1861
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Press
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1861
Page
1
A long, fragmented narrative recounts Confederate and Union figures, escape attempts, and prison camp hardships. It interleaves Civil War reminiscences with oblique reports on political speech, medical notes, and local notices, mixing personal anecdotes with public events and dire recollections of captivity.
Fragmentary report of congressional proceedings discussing prisoner handling, district laws, and potential abolition of slavery in the District of Columbia. Debates reference commissioners, peace efforts with Confederate states, and proposed constitutional safeguards. Proceedings mention debates in both Senate and House with multiple resolutions and inquiries.
Report covers 60 000 Rebels at Manassas and movements along Centerville Macusoar and surrounding areas. Describes naval actions near Newport News and the capture of privateers Jef Da fur Trewwhen Meer versus Slidell and Mason. Mentions Maryland legislature, Union patrols, and a powder mill explosion at Yellow Spine. Reports on Confederate raids and provisional military mobilization.
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