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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1865
Page
1
A transcription of unclear postal rules covers openings and closings, charges for double mail, address handling, and money order procedures. It notes transients, circulars, and subscriptions with Sunday hours and post office timings.
Fragmented OCR shows Quartermasters store details and hospital notices with names like Drennan, McClung, and King. The garbled text references old room layouts, equipment, stores, and surgeons, indicating a historical notice page.
Fragmentary OCR shows military headquarters corner of Third Street with brief notation about parade or operations redacted. No clear names, dates, or actions remain readable.
A fragment notes actions by the Christian Commission Cin. to seize or secure store rooms at 51 Vine Street, with references to Segees and a person named Er Warner, indicating a property or inventory move.
Fragmentary document from Cincinnati Ohio shows names and roles including Jobe D Caldwell and D Caldwell general secretary, with references to claimants and agent Karr. The legible portion mentions third street and Ohio, but specific action, date, or outcome is not clear.
The article notes a brisk trade in Indian wire and a surge in iron clad naval concerns. It reports on Mississippi River traffic shifts, a new Baltimore depot, plans to move Illinois capital to Decatur, Hood’s status, and various wartime political and economic tremors including tax debates and insurance rates. It also mentions Union agents accused of instigating emigration, a Brazilian navy corvette Don Pedro, and a safety date for a grand lodge exhibit.
Communicated accounts detail early 1861 Rebel company recruitment led by Ree Scott Biedsoe and allegations against Miller Poor and John Poor. The narrative recalls the 1856 murder of Robt Evane and a pursuit along Fentress County cliffs, with Benson and Baty closing in on Poor in a riverbank chase ending in a fatal gunshot amid rugged terrain.
General Gillam’s forces rout Vaughn’s command in Virginia as they devastate rail links, bridges, and depots from Bristol to Wytheville. Key captures include artillery, locomotives, and trains. lead mines near Wytheville are targeted for destruction. Seizures total 19 artillery pieces and 20 extra cannons with vast supplies lost to the rebels.
The International Relief Committee published a long report on relief work for Cotton Panic sufferers in Lancashire and other regions. A London Times extract dated December 12 notes the amount contributed and questions the effectiveness of some collections, with figures partially obscured in the text.
The Star describes the capture of Captain Moseby and several rebels from Moseby’s command. They were reportedly found aboard a vessel near Baltimore River with belongings tied to the relay base. Details are scarce and some items are withheld as not prudent to publish.
The article reports on a correspondence between Priptsee and Chrisman concerning a Canara case. It references a generalized expert or judge and mentions a Journal case and a German document. The details remain unclear due to OCR errors.
Colonel Allen reports New York merchants and citizens have to supply food to Savannah and its citizens. Savannah lacks rice and cotton to sell and seeks contributions. a citizens meeting endorsed Union support and the old flag. The Chamber of Commerce formed a committee to collect subscriptions for Savannah.
The Richmond Whig editorial advocates considering port blockades and retaliatory seizures against Britain and France to pressure neutral conduct. It questions U S restraint and suggests matching perceived aggressions with similar naval actions to curb foreign commerce and render abuses less tolerable.
Courtland Alabama January 4 reports Major General Steedmans cavalry corps has pursued captured and burned Hood pontoon train and seized 600 mules and one wagon. Forrest is said to move toward Russellville with Hood ordered to Tuscaloosa to reform strength. Rodds cavalry nearly exhausted.
Derott reports the Michigan Legislature convened in Lansing with Gilbert E. Reed of Kalamazoo elected Speaker. Gov Blair praises state finances while debt stands at 3.5 million with 450 thousand balance. Since the war began over 50,000 men have been mobilized from Michigan with 35,000 since January 1865. Jacob M. Howard wins Republican caucus support for U S Senator.
The Indiana Legislature opens with the House choosing its Speaker from Union candidate Jehn i Pesitt. The Senate holds an equal mix of Democratic and Union members. Governor and Lieutenant Governor to be inaugurated Monday, with Unionists wielding the casting vote.
Fragmentary text references January events and government figures with garbled numbers and party mentions. No coherent names, places, or dates remain readable to form a factual summary.
Avevera Maras records a formal inauguration in Maine. The event features a broad representation and notes a year of ongoing development with a figure of 47,000 tied to the creation or funding.
New York dispatches describe Savannah as peaceful after troops first entered the city. Citizens have returned to streets and show confidence in government, while reports note limited military presence and rising public eagerness for further action as observers await the next move.
The Times reviews the southwest war situation noting key Confederate aims between the James and Savannah rivers and Mobile’s capture as pivotal. It also reports on a commercial travelers meeting to form a protective society, a bounty suspension, blanket shortages for prisoners, and a war committee's North inspection of navy yards.
A Richmond Dispatch item quotes a Columbia area source claiming Hood’s forces near Central Tennessee have recruited large numbers of troops and seized hogs, cattle, flour, and corn for a three month supply. It says Hood transported artillery to hold Duck River and crossed under enemy pressure, conscripting able men aged ten to fifty-seven.
A period critique from The Examiser condemns Davis's war leadership. It urges Congress to curb misused defense resources and reject simplistic fixes. The piece argues Confederacy can resist with calm wisdom and a steady plan rather than trial and error.
In New You January 5 the Pots Washington special league reports Mr. Fessenden will ask for authority to issue additional currency. He was authorized to issue two hundred million but only eighty million remains available.
Mr. Ashley of Ohio will address tomorrow on the proposed constitutional amendment to prohibit slavery and the outlook for its passage shows improvement.
Hon William Pitt Fessenden was unanimously nominated for the United States Senate for six years from March next by both Senate and House at the Union caucus this evening.
The Maryland Legislature finishes its concantan tion with Governor Bradford praising the passage of the new Constitution and emancipation. He claims state compensation by the General Government. Washington notes a statement from the Mexican President affecting actions in government circles. No court martial orders or charges against him have been issued.
A collision in the Bergen tunnel involving a Morris and Essex Railroad train caused detached cars and injuries. No service delays were reported. A separate Bergen tunnel accident killed one boy, with four or five people injured including L S Haskell of Orange.
General Canby writes from Wisutvoron on January 5 about trade with insurgent states. He argues that continuing commerce, under current controls, would aid the rebel army east and west of the Mississippi River, potentially adding 50,000 men and aiding military operations.
Minor garbled plaintext notes Major J B OBrien of the Veterse serie Corps taking duty as vost Marthe of the Diatrict de lamin. A Capt taow resigned from service.
A Confederate report notes Union forces on the Mobile and Ohio line moving westward toward South Carolina. The message claims damages to the road and asserts renewed efforts to repair damage and push defense back. Signed by W. J. Hannes and another correspondent, dated January 5.
An official report notes damage to the Bait Works excluding cisterns and related structures. All are destroyed. In total 764 kettles are broken and other items are reported as good. The report details the extent of destruction and the remaining intact assets.
Secretary of War travels from Washington to Fort Leavenworth to discuss service organization of colored troops, supplies and prisoner exchange, and the seizure of rebel goods. The visit covers reforms and pending policy on free trade and military logistics.
The Senate receives Nevada Governor's request to table tax on mineral lands and hears resolutions on servicemember rewards. Discussion covers war credits distribution, citizenship for service members, and a Wilson bill expanding naturalization for aliens meeting residence criteria prior to 1861, before adjournment.
The record shows January actions in Congress with Ambrose W. Clark introducing a joint resolution on appointing disabled ecumen and soldiers. Cole offers thanks to Major General Sherman and his officers. Stevens seeks Ways and Means action to report a bill preventing coinage depressions, while Blair opposes British exchange tolerance and defends the current gold standard.
Fragmentary text references conference talks and government actions but lacks readable details. Unable to confirm participants, location, or outcomes from the garbled source.
In a crowded scene on West Fifth Street, attendees gathered as shop names like Te Pana & Co. and Dynn 4 Co. were mentioned amid high prices and remarks about luck. The event featured rich and rare gifts attracting a diverse crowd despite the push to enter.
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