Prisoner exchanges and recruitment orders in Civil War era
A lengthy report cites prisoner exchanges between Union and Confederate forces, with details on officer swaps and the freeing of prisoners. It notes Wisconsin volunteers’ high standing, state support for soldiers’ families, and a shift to state governor led recruitment under War Department oversight. Also mentions proposed pay cuts for officers, partisan tensions in Congress, and plans to reorganize regiments and officer ranks.
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War News From Bowling Green and Kentucky Campaign Notes
The piece reports on President Lincoln withholding papers from Congress about British French and Spanish mediation over Mexico. It describes Confederate and Union elements around Bowling Green Kentucky, with General Johnston and Buckner planning maneuvers, preparations of troops and fortifications, and local civic details including the city’s layout and infrastructure. It notes large troop movements, the expected next blows, and mentions Mrs Buckner and Mrs Hal Honey as present at the capital's galleries.
Rebel Bridges Burned and War News From Kentucky Cavalry
A correspondent reports rebel troops about two hundred strong burned a railroad bridge over Ragon Creek. The Union unit reconnoiters near Green River, camps near Mumfordaville, notes a dilapidated court house and scarce taverns. One soldier, John Goodman, was killed when a cook stabbed him after a coffee dispute. the cook is under arrest. The First Kentucky Cavalry suffers illness and casualties as rumors of further movements rise, with General Buell’s policies shaping civilian leave and camp security.
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Trial of Michart MuAsoaix The murder case before Judge Mullon
The prosecution details the death of Margaret Brennan by drowning near the Race-rivet wharf on August 12. Witnesses describe no inquest that morning, no external violence, a dress identified as deceased’s, and allegations that Horsley and McAndrie followed her to the cigar store and float area before her fall. The defense and police testimonies recount the sequence around Ninth and Wal, with statements of pursuit and alleged involvement. The testimony nears completion as witnesses are questioned about the circumstances and potential interruptions.
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