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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Press
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 1861
Page
2
Reports detail a massive Union naval and land operation against the Confederacy. General McClellan’s forces await fresh troops, artillery, and supplies, with ships, transports, and barges prepped for landing operations and long supply lines.
A detailed roster outlines the Atlantic expedition's senior officers led by General Sherman and Commodore Davis. It lists Charles J. Davis, W. Preston, M. Goldsborough, and others, noting their birthplaces, service start dates, ranks, and key commands. The narrative highlights West Point alumni, prior commands, and notable wartime distinctions.
A Providence letter from a Second Rhode Island Regiment soldier in Virginia describes an underground tent heating system. A dug central trench with stone walls warms the earth and vents smoke, creating a moist, genial atmosphere. the design aims to reduce damp and illness while conserving tent space. The piece contrasts comfort with outdoor cold and urges gradual adoption. Also included is a general order on paying families of prisoners of war, detailing eligibility, authority, and required proofs for soldiers’ dependents to receive funds from the government.
The War Department forms Harper's Ferry and Cumberland Military District to support winter work and road upkeep near Washington. Recruitment offices in Wilmington and Bridgeport faced closures due to scarce enlistments. Army officer promotions rise, with many promoted from older regiments and one Marylander resigning amid secession tensions.
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