05 Feb 1863
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1863
Page
1
A critical wartime letter praises General Grant and the Illinois troops for their loyalty and effectiveness. It notes a bustling northern camp life with merchants, whiskey, and soldiers, and admires Brigadier General G. M. and Colonel Fuller for leadership and courage amid plans for active service.
The Ohio Pomological Society plans a two day meeting in Columbus at City Hall February 12 and 13 1963. Members are urged to bring fruit samples especially new and valuable varieties for display and possible judging before an officers election and possible nurserymen gathering to discuss state nurseries and fruit tree pricing. An effort to collect professional members and publish proceedings is noted with emphasis on broad participation.
The article defends black regiments at Port Royal, noting failures of organizing colored troops yet reporting the South Carolina volunteers fully organized for service. It reports officers resigning over integration, but blacks joining the Union cause despite abuses, harsh treatment, and opposition from disorganizers.
The document excerpt from the yellow book includes a Napoleon letter to General Forey, head of French forces in Mexico, discussing lavish funding for restoring a government there and asserting strategic aims tied to European influence and trade. It also notes rebel officers on a train and a diphtheria outbreak in northern counties with a fatality and other unclear fragments.
The account describes an unusual horse buying episode in Nashville noted for cheap prices and a profitable yet mysterious scheme. It mentions stolen horses linked to the government and subsequent arrests, with at least one animal sent to the Alton Penitentiary and rough handling of involved parties.
An old piece notes how large numbers have shifted from thousands to millions and billions. It humorously estimates public debts and distances in oversized terms, implying dramatic inflation of scale over time and prompting reflection on numeric culture.
A fragmentary diary style line describes sailors debating chip work and timing. It references Persea and Hi-S Point, mentioning iron works, a fleet size debate, and an emphasis on finishing the task before extending effort.
From Port Hudson reporting currents and fortifications show Port Hudson’s position is highly defensible with natural obstacles and a tortuous river bend. Commanders Van and Lovell are in charge but relations are poor with troops and morale appears tentative amid Confederate and Union tensions.
The Crete fled Mobile Bay with 1,700 bales of cotton aboard and was spotted attempting to pass out by a squadron off the port. Naval officers arriving from the Us est report the incident as a decoy by a Rebel vessel as nine armed ships stood by.
The Post notes the vast number of discharged soldiers already registered and the strain on ongoing processes. Officials warn pace may quicken as cancellations and paperwork accumulate, signaling a broad fiscal and administrative impact.
A concise telegraph report notes transmission to Cincinnati via the Union Line, transmitted by telegraph service for the Daily Times.
Fragmentary report describes a convoy for United interests near Guaymas and a Rebel clash ten miles west of a town. Mentions Tom Stokes cavalry and Kentucky rebels, with casualties and captures. Details are garbled but indicate skirmishes and movements in the region.
The report says Fort Donelson fell after a fierce charge though Confederate defenses were rallied to retreat. Enemy losses include 135 killed, 50 prisoners, and many wounded. Forrest reportedly wounded and Col McNeil killed. Estimated enemy strength 3000 to 4000. Detachments arrive before Vicksburg as Logan's division nears.
From Washington February 4 1868 the Se para ta has confirmed the nomination to the collectors and assessors with exceptions that it transacted reconciliation set at getting to be man and veld the money paid recoverable by action for one’s own use and benefit.
In the second session at Washington on February 4, the Committee on Credentials reported adverse handling of J Cloud’s Virginia seat and W Wing’s contest. The Senate vote approved transferring War Department telegraph contracts from Fort McHenry to Gulf ports. A three member commission was proposed to codify US statutes at five thousand dollars each. A bill to build a canal from Lake Ontario to the Erie and Oswego systems, with northern lakes defense aims, was sent back to committee after amendments to avoid direct appropriations. Objections were raised by Holman Stevens and McPherson. Holman moved to table but failed 55 to 80.
A fragmentary line mentions UG Mower and an unclear reference to a coma or Comat. Other details are unreadable, leaving the event and people unnamed and the context uncertain.
Lawmakers from Ohio Virginia Illinois and Oregon clash over amendments to a draft bill. Senators discuss executive power to enroll soldiers and the political dangers of arming factions while stirring fears of treason and rebellion amid Civil War tensions.
The Washington Star notes a celestial headed assembly ordered by War Department action. Brigadier generals and officers are discussed as Burnside’s order assigns a senior commander to a new role while a court announces an official order. The piece reflects on recent military restructuring and anticipated developments.
A Pennsylvania correspondent notes widespread diphtheria in parts of the state. The letter describes a home remedy involving a hot drink and throat care, urging caution and noting cooling steps as the remedy is applied.
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