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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1863
Page
1
Special Correspondence reports on Kentucky front lines with mentions of Morgan’s men, tobacco and corn markets, a Bracken County arrest, and a dramatic Kentucky stage performance detailing rebel depredations and Union defense. The letter blends travel diary flavor with political and military updates.
Special correspondence from Dummins Virginia dated April 10 1893 reports the Fifth Roctinant soldiers continuing to guard the Union. The letter notes the departure of Captain L J Baneega due to ill health and describes strict picket duty, loyalty to the flag, and a motto stressing the public good over personal interest amid wartime conditions.
Correspondence from Munrarese Tennessee dated April 11, 1953 describes muddy roads giving way to suffocating dust as moving forces churn ground to powder. The writer laments harsh Southern sentiment toward Union troops, noting love for home and families torn by conscription and rebel lines.
A Civil War era notice discusses soldiers deserting for hospitals and duties, noting surgeons may assign attendants, and officials vow tighter control. It laments neglect of troops, calls for harsher government action, and mentions pay and discharge irregularities amid field hardships. It also references the mass casualty massacre survivor and a train incident with express money.
A garbled OCR note mentions tax related to Orry and Muxico with references to gunners and a titled phrase.
A fragmentary note discusses why U S currency became known as greenbacks. It notes a historical patent date on the bills and mentions bank involvement before the war, color-based naming, and a forgotten explanation that would clarify the color origin.
A Kingston correspondent reports on a recent movement and enemy actions with word of captured prisoners and a small quantity of gem from a questionable source. The Wilmington dispatch claims opposing forces retreated from Swift Creek as rumors of Whig involvement circulate amid uncertainty.
Narrative describes a Confederate blockade runner burning after an attempted run, firing by crew and a rescue of a captain while a sailor saved by belt shots. The steamer sank near the waterline, observed by Yankee ships. Reports from New Bern on December 12 indicate Forter holds supplies and doubts Union strength to press an assault for three weeks.
Fort Mowner reports April 14 dispatch on Rebel movements near Suffolk and Williamsburg. Generals Dix and Jett Le Suffolk shift forces as Union lines threaten. Gloucester Point and Fort Magruder are key targets. Rebel claims of a broad attack include Washington N Y Suffolk Va and preparations for a large powder works at Augusta Georgia.
The report describes river patrols chasing Yankee gunboats moving up the river. It notes reinforcements to river depots and transports with infantry while gunboats advance from Memphis to operate on the Cum.
An official dispatch reports a naval clash on the Georgia coast. About 400 enemy contraband troops landed yesterday and were attacked. the enemy suffered fifteen killed. Our forces lost one lieutenant and one private, both sent to renew the action.
Louisville April 15 Rev Edward Kivingston Weiss Episcopal pastor says he has taken the oath and received Burnside's permission to return. He declares reports of large Rebel crossings in recent days are false.
In New Ark New York on April 15 tensions rose amid reports of harassment and clashes. Police response appeared limited and no immediate loans or relief actions were noted as authorities pledged to maintain order.
From the Pacific Coast a six arrived brig Eberhard was sent to Rio with a cargo. The Messenger called yesterday for New York and had a value upward of $200,000.
A damaged fragment notes a plan involving New York and a large sum of money. The text mentions fifty thousand and six to a specified cent, with reference to a destination and a halt or halt. The readable portion is unclear and partial.
Governor C A Weclines a Rome dispatch reports he will decline a renomination despite pressure from high authority. The note clarifies stance on foreign position and ongoing political dynamics.
Report notes a reaction to Welland solubles on wheat with an estimated percent change.
fragmentary text mentions Desra Tur Bite of A Hoasa and John Jr with a resident context. No coherent event or actions accessible.
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