17 Mar 1863
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1863
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR notes show Goshen butter proposals and seed price references. Mentions include market terms like fr and fr plus incomplete item tags and quantities. No clear event date or full names available. reads as a brief market glimpse.
Army dispatches describe gunboats near the Yazoo River and the threat of attacks from above, with new batteries along the Black and Red rivers to guard transports. Deserters from Vicksburg and reports on Indianola losses, canal progress, and health issues in camp accompany notes on irregularities and troop movements.
A letter from a correspondent writes of abuse and deception in relation to Ireland and the Rebel organization. It argues against the unconditional no party Union movement and notes factions within the Irish community and implications for citizens staying with or opposing the union.
The Boston Journal prints an extract from a private letter toVers Céus received in Boston detailing heavy French casualties after their invasion. The missive notes a thousand men landed here and references the Saou expedition and related disasters.
Special correspondence describes confusion on Third Street with orders and moving officers. Federals reportedly hold positions near Franklin and Columbia while Rebels pull back and destroy bridges on the Duck River. Deserters say Confederate forces suffer demoralization and shortages, with scarcities of provisions and conscription discontent. Mountaineers in Georgia reportedly defy Confederate authority as Union forces gain strength in Alabama and Tennessee.
Special Correspondence from Lexington reports a scene of hospitality where guests were well treated and sent on their way with rejoicing. A colonel figure, tied to the Asian cause, is noted for discretion and courage, reflecting a playful song referenced as "Fee-niz." The piece conveys social courtesy and a hint of political nuance.
A first person account critiques Kentucky defenses under Union and Confederate actions, noting deserters, supply losses, and the panic after Lexington. The writer argues better leadership could have held river fords, cites abandoned stores, mule trains, and rail delays, and laments general ineffectiveness.
The Columbus session witnessed lively debate over several bills. Members discussed levying taxes to fund bounties and to pay state interest. Amendments allowed banks to furnish specie with limits. Other measures included weights and measures and county records transcription. President Stanton presented a governor’s note on Army of the Tennessee officers, and the Senate adjourned to Monday.
Reports say two or three Togeees leaders of the Democratic party including Vallandigham arrived in Albany to confer with Governor Seymour on party stance toward recent legislation. The dispatch notes patriots fear treason shaping state action in war times, but later suggests firm, peaceful agitation will prevail.
An 18th century Manchester report argues blockade running is becoming unprofitable. It cites costs of £100,000 for the squadron and shares totaling £21000 to £235,000, noting firms faced risks and poor outcomes as operations slowed.
In Weekmates a public meeting heard that the army chaplaincy has failed and that regiments have few chaplains left. Speakers urged aid for soldiers who have suffered and sought Christian support and patriotic work. The city of Boaton was said to provide further action.
Incomplete excerpt recalls a president reacting to Rebel actions with a remark about horses and brigades. The garbled text references General Stougiuon and airfax, yielding uncertain meaning but implying concern over military horseback units rather than troops.
The Library Society reflects on donations from James W. Ryland and others for growth and reorganization. Members discuss securing agricultural season materials, tree and fruit bud reporting, and completing library rearrangement with committees and Cory Cranch. The meeting notes include plans to obtain plant materials and a canal project discussion for regional benefit.
A fragmentary note describes a miniature model of the Great Eastern built by an early engineer. The text mentions an 8 inch caliber cartridge case and a hoard of ammunition as context for the discovery.
The fragment recalls a recipe titled wing soup attributed to a named figure, hinting at a wartime kitchen or camp meal context. The text centers on cooking guidance rather than a specific event or person.
The article recounts a naval chase involving a brig and a ship named Florida near the Yazoo River and Savannah with references to the Mobite base. It notes a pirate vessel run aground and a brig altered course. It also mentions many advertisements about enrolling conscripts.
A New York rumor mill reports on Secretary Chase’s presence at the French consulate and its ripple effects on politics. The missives mention Poland and Mexico, the possibility of a Gallardet loan, and a recall of the French army from Mexico amid election considerations and sectional tensions.
The fragment notes the War Committee closing testimony and an upcoming report. It mentions the Commissioner of Internal Revenue starting duties and an expedition to colonies. The text references currency issues and counterfeiting concerns amid wartime actions.
Confirms Generals Schurz and Stab. Morrell Mitchell of KitRatta not acted on. Lieutenant Smith of the 1st Ohio Volunteers confirmed as Brigadier General. Senate involvement noted. renewal expected by the President and the appropriate officers.
The fast schooner Chapman left yesterday when boarded by Government forces. Six Dahlgreen guns with carriages were found aboard. Prisoners discussed negotiating to purchase the Victoria for a privateer and are confined in Fort. More arrests are expected.
A reported secession scheme was thwarted as a crew from the steamer Grego was captured en route to Moeratisa. Prisoners confess to plans to seize treasure aboard the vessel and transfer crew, with the ship seized by officials yesterday.
Fragmentary text suggests a medical discussion about treatment duration and muscle or nerve therapy. The fragment mentions a period and a cane but lacks clear subjects, dates, or outcomes to identify a definite event or conclusion.
A fragmented note mentions a new mare in March and a decrease in estimates for Secale te danberta with a $2 cost. The legible items indicate financial notes but lack clear context or complete details.
Private letters from Port A intimate that the late bombardment of Fort ne con Se all the bo aers con foct that as the gett oe near the capture , the Beonville, has been attained in the destruc tion of that vessel. The bombardment was room after the staes Bd the Nash ville purely for experimental cuce by the iron-clede and mortar vessels, more par tenlary wee later, Hounter and A Dupont oo they plan to close that Revels a weal veins which point Savannah or that threat ret to receive the attention of the or, upon r evortity, watermas New York, ih é these ere Treaty, the ten end epee
An 8 year old youth named on Founter Thames Ball plans to dedicate time to completing a life-sized marble statue as a memorial project. The article notes the aim to honor a figure and to finish the work by a stated deadline.
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