Turbulent river battle near Vicksburg destroys transports
Eight gunboats led by Benning attack from the Yazoo mouth with transports Queen and Henry Clay and others. One ironclad Benton is pierced but not disabled, Tuscamubia tows Queen after shelling casemated batteries. Fire and explosions light the night as Rebels battle to impede the Union vessels. Three hundred shots fired with no casualties reported aboard the gunboats.
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War News From the Southwest and Victoria Forts
Army correspondence reports Union river actions near Vicksburg and the Forest Queen transport repair status. Grants and Porter's forces advance with regiments arriving from Milliken's Bend and Richmond as Confederate movements near Jack and Vicksburg suggest ongoing offensive plans.
Bohemian Transport Delays and Uncertain News
A reader laments unreliable freight and troop movements amid blockade running. Reports of ships shifting paths, delayed departures, and conflicting rumors show how rumor and censorship distort public perception while field correspondents offer the only steady information on movements and conditions.
Postal Law Updates Set to Take Effect July 1
The new Postal Law as amended by Congress will take effect July 1. It outlines carrier salaries and new charges for letter delivery, with local mail postage rising two cents and rates based on weight. Prepaid mail must be delivered with double the existing rates collected on delivery, and miscellaneous changes include postmaster optional services and foreign postage to be paid in coin.
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Claes
New York Gossip on French Bonnet Styles This Season
A New York observer notes a decided change in French imported bonnets with high crowned drab, black or white straw hats and upturned sides. Soft crowns appear rarely, while London and Paris ladies favor travel and seaside wear in summer. Straw dominates, with novel straw trims and decorative designs like hairpins, beads and insects. New bonnet colors include lilac pale, ivory shade, leather tones, and fine grey.
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New York
London
Paris
Balti poet dies. Liberia interment planned for remains
A Balti poet has died and his body will be embalmed and sent to Liberia for interment. His wife accompanies him and will return to Africa with the remains. The report notes a literary figure’s health improvements in Caprera and mentions Rome ceremonies and papal figures in a separate account.
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Bisner Bons
Baltipr Pote
Liberia
Africa
Gaibalal
Caprera
Rome
The Mysterious Captain Alphonse C Webster
A historical account describes Alphonso C Webster posing as Captain Means, securing a commission in 1862. He faces capture, parole, and alleged deception, with rumors of later execution or disappearance after Confederate and Federal confrontations. The story notes his daring claims and uncertain fate during the Civil War era.
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Virginia
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London
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Gov
Fierpoint
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Ap Ace
Revels
Colny
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Bel Hines
Isis
Texas
West
Cotton Speculation by Army Officers Near Vicksburg
A St Louis Democrat correspondent with the army before Vicksburg alleges officers press cotton collection for profit. He claims widows and orphans are fed to move cotton north and that Breckinridge and others profit from baling. The piece notes extreme yields per acre and calls for overhauling the besieging forces.
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St. Louis Democrat
Vicksburg
Vicini Crenee
Vicksourg
Patriot vows loyalty during West Liberty speech
General Bunnsips, visiting his hometown, West Liberty, told old friends he joined the service from duty and conviction. He affirmed readiness to serve and even sacrifice his life for the country, while criticizing the current administration and praising his past support of Buchanan.
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West Liberty
Buchanan
Wade
General Hooker Decrees Reentry Terms for Regimental Enlistees
General Hooker issues a general order on re enlistment terms for zone one nine regiments set to expire. Pets receive furloughs and return at the regiment's pace. those choosing not to re enlist will be mustered out. When portions re enlist, officer selection to be reorganized as men are distributed to other regiments.
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Enoaes Ben Sond
Cairo
Apm
D. . W. Hirsch
Hooker
Texas Conscription Law Prompting Nationwide Debate
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a Texas measure enforcing universal military service with no exemptions. The text claims thousands may be drafted and references a broad impact on men of conscription age, highlighting a harsh, universal approach to recruitment.
Bold Dash on Port Royal Vict
Stoneman's Station Virginia details a Union advance on Fort Conway three regiments under Col Morrill of the 24th Michigan crossing the river near Port Royal. They seized Port Royal from cavalry of about 300 and captured wagon trains and stores, then withdrew across the river after enemy infantry and artillery appeared.
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Stoneman's Station
Brooklyn
Indiana
Morrill
Michigan
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Guraoa
Admiral Wilkes Arrested and Paroled Amid Holly Springs Turmoil
April 25 reports Admiral Wilkes arrested and paroled for firing into a Spanish steamer. Militia orders Wilkes street denounced. Venderpilt crew engaged at Peterhoff affair. Yankees believed advancing on Holly Springs from Corinth. J A Grove of Columbia arrives with machinery for cotton cards and other uses.
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