Scout experiences during Civil War reflections
The narrator recalls scout duties with the Jensie Scouts and Stonewall Jackson, detailing enemy picket alarms, ambushes, and a commander’s observations. He notes capturing thirteen hundred enemy troops, bushwhackers, and vital reconnaissance across battles near Strasburg and Franklin Virginia, plus opinions on rebels and leaders.
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Stonewall Jackson
Ashby
Strasburg
San
Shenansons
Franklin
American Interests in Japan
A San Francisco Bulletin Japan correspondent notes rising American influence since Colonel Consul’s arrival. Americans now leverage direct dealings with the Japanese government, reducing reliance on the English Consul and easing negotiations. The era shows U S ships and diplomacy expanding amid a broader state transition shaping regional power.
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Japan
San Francisco Bulletin
Stacles
Secret Societies Among the Slaves Revealed by Officer Letter
An officer recently imprisoned in the South reports that enslaved people form secret societies. He says the more intelligent slaves organize, communicate through peep holes, and recruit others, with masters losing control as these groups grow.
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Audi
Mortality and casualty rates in U S volunteer forces
In a preliminary report by B B Elliot critical figures compare casualties and deaths per 1000 across regiments, regions, and actions. Mortality from disease exceeds wounds in action in several cohorts, with western states showing higher death rates and the need for sustained recruiting to cover losses.
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United States
B. B. Elliot
Fillett
Crimea
Chickahominy
James
New England States
Anc
Maryland
Virginia
New England
Southwest
Diggade
Middle
Speck of Trouble in Utah Causes City Excitement
The Utah Territory capital reacts to a Governor He message praising courage and urging loyalty to the Administration. He denounces polygamy and warns resistance will face legal consequences, while Mormon leaders threaten suppression of future issues as pressure rises.
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Utah
Great
Salt Lake City
Utah Territory
Congress
Bey
Soamertinee
California Coal Find Reported Near Santa Anna River
The Los Angeles News says a large bed of excellent coal has recently been discovered on the Santa Anna river about thirty miles from Los Angeles. Additional notices mention marble specimens and other mineral finds, along with various war news and political updates from Havana, New Orleans, and Kinse ten.
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San Francisco
Los Angeles News
Santa Anna River
Los Angeles
Arria
Ner Green
Low Angeles
California
Ames
Telegraph Teaser from Daily Times Mystery
A clipped wire service fragment from the Daily Times appears to report a terse note or notice. It mentions a telegraph and a location but the full event or names are not clear from the fragment.
Unclear fragments on January skirmishes and general Weitzel
Fragments report actions in January with skirmishing continuing as forces under General Weitzel engage. Mention of a sea crossing and losses, with unclear names and locations due to damaged OCR.
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Weitzel
Breckade Capture Report From Saint Mary Voyage
Fragmentary report notes steamship Saint Mary arriving at Key West after leaving Ganon on the 20th with a gunboat pest sighting east of West and British steer Ptr valuable ginchi sep annem 0.
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Saint Mary
Ganon
Vis Key West
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Hes
Fragmentary Memoir and Talks of Press Power
A garbled excerpt references a journey toward Den aldeonville with iron-clads rumored ahead and mentions the Associated Press and Washington efforts to prevent relief legislation. The text hints at monopolies, retaliation against a small paper, and fears over a reduced tax or duty, with a sense of urgency about political power.
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New Tian
Associated Press
Washington
Important Decision in the Benjamin Williame Case
In January 20 proceedings at Sr. Lous a Black man named Benjamin Williame is indicted for larceny before a Criminal question judge. He was born a slave and arrived in this State seeking freedom. the court contemplates proclamation and possible sentence. The matter raises issues of status and liberty.
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Lous
Benjamin Williame
Congress Proceedings Adjourns With Unclear Motives
Fragmentary OCR text from a 37th Congress page mentions adjournment and unspecified counts or orders. The readable items refer to continuation of proceedings and a meeting at 10 AM with unclear context or outcomes.
Debates on War Policy and Negro Soldier Bill in Congress
Fragmentary notes show debates on military pay and salaries, a probe into gold deposit bans to curb lending risks, and the contentious Negro soldier bill. Speakers discuss equality, promotions, and the bill’s harsh implications for white and colored officers, amid warnings of injurious measures.
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Internal Revenue
Wallace
Maynard
Tennessee
Merherson
Burrae
Jem TA
Nacenshumon
House and Senate Work To Set Budget Plans This Week
The article notes ongoing state budget discussions in the House and Senate with plans expected to be finalized soon. Lawmakers focus on financial allocations and policy implications for the upcoming fiscal period.
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