The New Secretary of War A Chapter in All Minors
The article discusses the appointment of Edwin M Stanton as Secretary of War, contrasting his qualities with prior Cabinet members, recounting a pivotal cabinet meeting over Sumter, and noting Stanton’s bold stance against Floyd and Thompson. It also references broader political expenditures and contemporary commentary from the era.
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Thames
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Thompson
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Samter
Fort Moultrie
Sumter
United States
Treasoo
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Gusta
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Holt
Floyd Particlete
Ogton Wan
Crance
Washington
St. Louis
War news censorship and dispatches sweep Confederate lines
The piece reports on war news suppression in Wilmington and Norfolk rumor control, civilian dispatches to Richmond, Gen Thomas’s river operations and new Department orders, plus Confederate and Union exchanges. It notes shortages of navy messages, and arms and medical supply details tied to canteens and knapsacks, with economic impact on Philadelphia and Wilmington industries.
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Wilmington
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Congress Proceedings on Postal, Tax, and Military Matters
The report covers the 87th Congress first session with House actions on a postal regulation bill and a tax on printed matter, plus debate and committee moves. It notes the bill’s return to committee, a Senate measure authorizing two additional Secretaries of War for one year, and a Judiciary inquiry on naturalization rights for foreign service members.
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Post Office Department
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Mwine
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Mort
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Wade
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