Vindamatl Victory Noted at Fourth Fifth Race
Racing brief notes Vindamatl winning the fourth and fifth race at the track, with mention of betting prices and a 107 race figure. מצב
29 Jul 1864
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1864
Page
1
Racing brief notes Vindamatl winning the fourth and fifth race at the track, with mention of betting prices and a 107 race figure. מצב
Detailed report on 1864 cavalry raid led by Rousseau across Alabama and Georgia. Destruction of rail, cotton, and stores. captures of Rebels, deaths and injuries. march from Talladega to Marietta with forays against railroad lines and enemy forces.
An eyewitness account from Charleston during a bombardment describes sleeping through cannonade and explosions as fire, smoke, and panic erupt outside the Cuaricaton hotel. The scene includes terrified speculators, improvised firefighting, and a rapid public response as authorities and local companies combat blazes and quell alarm.
The Cleveland Herald editor travels with three companions on the Pennsylvania railroad to Altoona. They try to enter the ladies car to avoid tobacco nuisances but are refused entry without accompanying ladies. The author promises to recount the tale of a single band box turned in the rock and the improvised exchange on board the train.
Reports from the frontier detail cautious rail and troop movements along the Baltimore and Ohio line. Rebellion losses and local raids are disputed amid rumors of Mailigan’s unit and Averill’s forces taking heavy punishment. Brigadier General Tyler arrives from Relay House to bolster western Middle Department defenses.
Louisville Journal reports 75 to 80 guerrillas entered Hawesville Kentucky on Monday robbing citizens and committing outrages. By Tuesday the gang moved to Clo rt plundering stores and escaping as a gunboat failed to halt them. A forty mile river pursuit followed with Home Guards rallying to defend homes and several raiders captured or killed.
A July 7 bulletin of the Sanitary Commission Bullitis explains its aim to improve army health by diversifying rations. It notes shipments in May from New York to Baltimore containing canned tomatoes dried apples onions lemonade and other non perishable items for the army along with similar consignments to ensure supply for the James River base.
A correspondent from near Searcy Arkansas writes from the White River mouth on the 20th describing Nevers in the 10th Illinois and other units cutting their way forward. Casualties rise with many killed and wounded as troops fall ill from heat. Shelby and Brownsville areas are mentioned with Riedspreley sent after a riverine party. Refugees flood Duval Malaf as deaths mount daily amid hot weather.
A damaged fragment describes Johnny Rives, son of the late John OC, waking in his bed and arising during a somnambulant episode noted in a local column. The brief item hints at a hazardous fall amid the episode, with no further details available.
Fragmentary report notes Ohse wounded at Momphie with unclear details. The text mentions positions and an enemy action but lacks coherent names, dates, or outcomes due to missing OCR context.
Dispatches report Union cavalry engagements with Colonel Mulligan leading forces. Fragmentary text mentions Banday and Steen Hu with casualties and a gas machine incident, but most specifics are unclear.
The Republic Charles L. Weller, formerly at the San Francisco office, has been arrested and imprisoned for treasonable language at a meeting of a committee head club. Weller is chair of the Democratic State Central Committee.
Dispatch from Frederick reports no Rebel activity on the Potomac and no sign of Revels. The fate of Colonel Mulligen remains unknown as a flag of truce was sent into Rebel lines to inquire.
A fragment reports Confederate forces in New York seizing a position after night action on Sunday, with ongoing pursuit and security concerns. Authorities describe the event as an irregular clash involving rebel elements and local defense.
July 28 dispatch notes Judh Brooks arriving from City Point and leading at 10 o clock yesterday morning. Report states quiet fronts at Petersburg until Tuesday with Butler’s forces on the right and movements aimed at his rear. Artillery fired from Point of Rocks Tuesday evening through the night. infantry batteries and gunboats shown as inactive with no decisive maneuver disclosed for publication.
A 26 July dispatch from The Herald’s City notes heavy artillery and skirmishing along Gen Foster’s front by the Sammap River. Reinforcements suspected, but no decisive movement reported. Foster’s position remains contested yet secure as reports trickle in from nearby lines.
Fragmentary notes indicate General Crook faced General Kelly at Cumberland with about 1,000 men and a few guns. General Kelly remains at Erland while Hill and Barly reportedly move toward a nearby point.
The dispatch this morning discusses the existence of the S S Ea opei east and mentions Siareha Chonecel of the Departeote of Missouri.
In Grimon Loum July 98 report Democrat leaders mobilize local candidates. Joseph cage and Cathe Snont Iowa figures are shown pushing for campaigns and regional influence. Thorsten and allied forces reportedly participated in outreach efforts.
The brief note records a person named Youn declining a specified position. No further details on the role, organization, date, or context are provided in the readable text.
A prominent guerrilla figure in East Tonnes is reported by local sources to be active in the area. Details about his identity and current actions remain limited, with observers urging caution and further confirmation from authorities.
In the Alexandria area General Averill reports action across the Potomac. Washington confirms units have been alerted and await orders as tense activity continues near the capital. Rebels are said to have crossed the river, with deployments imminent and fortifications underway.
The Ser Akron, bound for the Welland canal, carried away four gates of lock No 21 and was driven against lock No 20 breaking a gate. The steamer Moffatt was leaving lock No 23 at Showit when a tree angled to topsle on ostrays damages.
The tobacco industry stalls as bond and export forms are unavailable under new law. Officials in Gustine and the internal revenue department offer no guidance, causing cancellations, cargo losses, and frustration among merchants in Washington and New York seeking a remedy.
In Virginia and North Carolina a correspondent describes a night disrupted by many bugs. He notes candle-bugs, long and short legged night pests with yellow bodies and winged forms. He laments the invasion, wishes for solitude, and jokes about the insects thwarting his writing.
From the Nashville Union we report General McPherson died after a ride to visit the advance. The account notes his sudden collapse and death following exposure during the campaign, with requests for military honors and a moment of mourning by troops.
Extract from a letter to Charleston, D C, describing wartime prices and conditions. The writer notes price changes and economic strain affecting residents and travelers in the city during the ongoing conflict.
Fragmentary OCR mentions Sycamore and Sev Kerton Bannsets Abigal street east of Broad and a misread avenue. Also references a military prisone with likely misspelling. No coherent event or person detected.
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