28 Jul 1864
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 28, 1864
Page
1
Dental professionals P Knowlton and A Berry are named with address details, noting no residence provided. The fragment references their practice or listing in a local directory or notice from a historical period.
A mangled notice from Hamilton Common Pleas announces action involving a husband and wife, property subdivision, and town streets. It details a tract description, frontage, and county town terms, with references to a public sale and legal proceedings. Additional fragments reference Frazer Wholesale and vinegar products as part of an unrelated invoice mention.
A sprawling jumble reports events from pests of pigeons to shoe making, petroleum uses for wounds, and a Vermont tornado. It also notes counterfeit detection, political raids, and Oregon woman emigration calls amid scattered references to Civil War era policy and tax administration procedures.
A fragment describing the model American soldier from the Crateh at the United States General Hospital in Annapolis portrays him as patient, disciplined, and ready for duty. The portrait highlights his humor, work ethic, tent duties, health care, loyalty, re enlistment, and belief in Lincoln while criticizing officer pomp and wartime excesses.
A New York Tribune reader who is an army nurse advocates drying currants and other fruits to supply soldiers with a cheap, easy to store relish. She urges rural women to prepare fruit for tin cups in the field and for wounded in hospitals near Petersburg, noting sugar costs and ration constraints.
The Atlanta Intelligence notes public fear drove troops to break belief in Higstess Ridge. The piece claims leaders faced pressure to resist and avoid panic as mass numbers threatened national calm.
A private in the 18th Maine allotment saved $200 after twenty months as $10 monthly deposits were reduced to $3 for personal use. He mailed funds home when not needed for clothing or other expenses and might see further payment upon reenlistment totaling about $750 with interest, highlighting frugal discipline among soldiers.
Official publications show our navy numbers 397 vessels of all classes and that experiments like iron clad ships prove their value in war. The text argues speed and range outweigh heavy armament, making faster, lighter ships decisive against heavier foes and stressing naval strength as a safeguard against foreign intervention.
An armed mass meeting was held in several northwest Missouri counties urging loyalty to the constitutions and the General Government. The message called for citizens to uphold the Art and supreme law and warned against violence amid rumors of killings and disorder.
A brief note reports a planned duel between two miners in Washoe over a dispute. The likely confrontation was to occur with pickaxes as weapons, but details and outcomes are unclear from the fragment.
Charles I. Brown claims to possess crucial information about Union failures and Confederate fort plans. He asserts imminent danger to Cockade City and warns readers that Grant's inaction may be responsible, urging publication to avert disaster. The message asks for verification and promises further details if printed.
The telegraph reports General Grant's praise for General McPherson. Grant notes McPherson served with him in most battles since the rebellion began including Port Gibson, the advance from Bayou Pierre, and the siege of Vicksburg. McPherson led a wing, directed the pursuit, and aided the fall of Vicksburg.
The article argues the Army of the Potomac should be kept at a manageable size with steady reinforcements rather than massive, rapid mobilization. It notes volunteers for three years and phased summer campaigns as the war proceeds, emphasizing sustained utility over sudden, large-scale enlistments.
Fragmentary July 9 Richmond Whig passage discusses Hood and Johnston at critical juncture. It notes Hood may be adequate for the task and mentions confidence of the army, but acknowledges risk and that the case does not admit experiments.
Fragmentary OCR item notes a person’s health and hopes for the country. Mentions enemies and arms but lacks concrete names, places, or dates to identify a specific event or figure.
The editors of weekly newspapers face a shrinking market as readers shift to digital. The industry grapples with lower ad revenue and staff cuts while attempting to maintain local coverage and community attachment.
Marshal Lauson advertises a sale of confiscated property in the district. Owners include Crowen Ashford, John Letcher, Wm H Thomas, Hl N Lewis, Oscar B Hough, Thos W, Trusten Polk, and Wm Smithson. The sale is set for Monday August 8.
MiLwavenny July 37 local note describes the steamer Gltted arriving with excursionists and attempting to pull a vessel off rocks before sailing again toward Chicago tomorrow morning as planned.
From Louisville description of guerrilla activity near Hawesville with stores looted and gunboat shelling. State Senator Mallory, returning home with son, was fired upon by a soldier in uniform, narrowly escaping. Early reports place six guerrillas in Womack and a marshal involved near Prosees Marshal’s residence.
Fragmented OCR notes refer to Coe Ma SS on ar kansas with unclear references to railroads stock of arms and a road. July date appears as 97 but details are unreadable. No coherent event or names can be confirmed from the readable text.
Hanarspono Pa July 27 Authority granted to state authorities by authority of War to organize new regiments for one term the last call of President Lincoln as soon as troops of volunteers from Washington arrive for service in Pennsylvania and surrounding areas.
A fragment from a July 27 item notes that the Third Auditor of the vouchers cannot be recongnised without opening a wide door to expenditures and authority concerns.
Quarantine measures issued for the United States steamer Tahama after yellow fever breakouts among its crew at Staten Island. Health authorities enforce pre prescribed regulations to suppress spread and safeguard port health.
An oblique field report notes Colonel commanding obeying orders and retreating to Foster's HQ as skirmish lines test another assault. The narrative hints at renewed attempts to retake positions and assess enemy strength amid uncertain gains.
Report from Pataparur dated July 27 describes the Mata Gorda destroyed near Galveston by the West Gulaquadron. The Bermuda stopped at New Orleans while General Sickles, ill, planned to return North but departure was deferred. Kanawha carried 700 bales of cotton in berth.
An auction sale was held today for 35 tons of coal with bids ranging from 10 to 12 dollars per ton. The event listed purchaser names and final tallies in the local market.
Julie Louisvis provides a late report from Trout base detailing actions before the 15th 16th and 17th Corps. He notes 92 Rebel dead buried and 1 000 captured along with 33 officers taken. Rebel losses are estimated at least 123 000 with our casualties about 8 120. Atlanta within view as Stoneman moves toward the Allenta line.
The Louisville Journal reports last Saturday Captain DuBois led his company in engagement with guerrillas near Lith. The action involved the 12th Ohio Cavalry and followed multiple skirmishes, with details on troop movements and the outcome yet to be clarified.
A private letter from St Augustine Florida reports Union military operations in Florida. The text mentions a Confederate force led by a general and focuses on cavalry actions near Union lines, with references to supply and fortifications around Chattanooga and ongoing movements of volunteers.
Fragmentary OCR mentions a person being suspected of trying to run away. No clear names, dates, or locations are readable. The text is incomplete and lacks verifiable details for fuller context.
A directory style notice lists basic entries or categories read as a brief page item. It preserves readable fragments and conveys how a local directory is organized without additional narrative content.
A fragment outlines the Quartermasters departments with officers named Lewis, Phelps, and Gill. It lists offices between Third and arate streets and references U.S. authorities and duties within a naval or military logistics context.
OCR fragment lists hospital related names and initials with scattered words. It includes personal names such as Robert, Barthoe, Cary, Speer, Wiss, and mentions places or roles in a garbled format. No coherent event or outcome is evident.
Fragmentary OCR note cites streets near Broad and Third, with Matheny Press and a reference to a main headquarters at a corner of Third. Details are unclear but indicate a local military or community setup involving Sycamore and Sev.
A fragmentary notice from the Cincinnati commission outlines branch activities led by Chairman Sl Vinestrest. Details are incomplete but indicate organizational oversight and forthcoming actions.
Officials at the Refugees Relief Commission located at 178 Vine Street above Fourth announce a forthcoming process. Details are scarce but indicate a coordination effort by Said agencies.
Fragmentary OCR note listing goods and corner shop items with references to linen groceries and soda. UN structured text includes names and vague items like fish and Botton, with unclear dates or locations. The readable elements suggest a small shop or market listing in a corner store.
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