Battle account from Grant's army on Thursday
A Civil War field report describes skirmishing on the extreme left, heavy musketry and artillery fire hitting the left flank, an assault ordered on Darbytown Road, and Union brigades under Curtis Bell Ames and the 18th Corps maneuvering along Kingsland and Derbytown roads toward Charleston. Cavalry actions and reconnaissance followed as troops pressed toward the enemy lines.
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Darby Town
Curtis’ Gratbigade
Butt
Pennsylvania
Col
Fairchild
Beckman
Be Agi
Deshrea
Ieee
Belfast Riot Trials and Field Notes Across Conflicting Scenes
The report covers Belfast riot prosecutions with sixty three committed for trial including charges of murder against several, and details the battlefield observations of a veteran near a civil war site noting landmarks like the Beven Pipes and troop movements. It also mentions Gerard the lion hunter and an accident involving a traveler, plus mining reports from California and assorted local notices.
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Belfast
Ireland
Leland
Beifact
Bai
Daily Times Telegram Memoir of Forthcoming Panic
Fragmented telegraph copy reports fear of a broad market panic with mentions of funds, commodities, and shipping disruptions. References to orange shipments, soldiers, and Liverpool papers imply a newswire item on commercial failures and anticipated losses amid a looming crisis.
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Liverpool
Cen
Arrival at New York of Roanoke officers and crew
New York November 1 reports the arrival of Roanoke officers and crew. The vessel previously took coal from Bermuda but remained short of fuel, securing only 15 tons of coal. The cargo included 17,000 pecans and other goods, with money and gear burned amid the loss.
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New York
Roanoke
Youn
Hee
Bermuda
Bat
Waamer
Cartgo
Greanter
Heed's Movements And Rebel Rumors Near Florence
The report notes Heed has crossed his infantry at Bainbridge twelve miles above Florence and has not moved north. A rebel rumor says he plans to advance, but Federal forces in the area are strong and Hood’s movements fear this quarter. Sherman is urged to defend Atlanta while troops and transports are prepared to hold Johnsonville and repulse any Rebel force.
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Bainbridge
Florence
Dhee
Sherman
Atlanta
Rebel ram Alive ram blown up in Roanoke raid
The Navy Department reports the Rebel ram Alive was blown up on the morning of the 23rd by Picket Launch No. 1. The launch was sunk by enemy fire as Laanch and one man were involved. The ram had been a key threat in the Maine Sound region and in Roanoke River operations, preparing for a raid at the time of destruction.
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Charles Heyborne
Ireland
Idlewild
Louis
Jacob R. Upton
Newahentheee
Cardinal Lottes
Vitcolo
Italy
Belle Island
General Brown
Spangae 2
A. Chari Theseia
Mateism
New Bay
Chester County
Penn
Cade J Leonerd
W York
Brown
Morriss
St. Louis
Quincey
Mass
Frank Ae Tirrell
Providence
R. I
Eixteen
Siporutle
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Rome
Poweanick
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Missouri
Stone
The
Church of the V
Hower
Marston
Heck- Man
Williamstown
Reeron Ip
Jons
Marstoh
Hechman
Heckman
Wuicveck
Holmen
Colored’ Troope
Navy Department
Lisa
Cushing
Ding
Ademaine
Ibue
Roanoke River
Armistice Proposal and War News From Newbern Report
Newbern reports fever abating after a white frost aids medical care. The Charleston Mercury notes President Davis may grant a Northern armistice if solicited, easing blockade and enabling payment to deserters and veterans. Deserters would return to receive pay and favorable terms, while exchanges with external parties are discussed.
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New York
Jaund
Oll
Yau Pt
Celebration of the Act of the New Constitution in Batimans
Emancipation was celebrated with a grand salute of five hundred guns at daybreak and flags displayed as cichured banners waved. At noon the salute came from forts Feders Hill and Marstall and bells rang in the town.
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Grand
Early the Greatest of the War Described By Richmond Courier
Richmond bureau reports a day of glory and hardship with infantry and cavalry in one continuous action. The piece notes no single unit stands out while the overall battle aims to push Hunter’s army toward Maryland and the James River area.
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Early
New York
Richmond Aivr
Newmarket
Richmann
Hunter
Maryland
James
Olu
Ghameston Mercury
Election proceedings delayed amid committee review
A report from Wastrsetros notes Col. Gam and associates discuss votes and pending questions. The committee plans to reconvene tomorrow to consider actions by Gov. Seymour and others from the recent Lincoln election, with orders to proceed to execution.
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Wastrsetros
Zoe Miers Vomsanoran
SS Sire Oe
Wena
Col
Gamwhoa
Benes Vy
Seymour
Dubeohueente
Lincoln
Aa Seeiaml acne and seatog in historic record
Fragmentary OCR text mentions a seatog event and individuals tied to a historic setting. Names and places are unreadable, but the item appears to be a brief public record or notice phrased in period style. Further readable details are not present in the fragment.
Eres are new thousand of whom are going home to
A brief unreadable fragment notes a group referred to as Eres are new and mentions many of them returning home. Specific names, places, dates, or exact actions are not clear in the readable text. Further readable context is insufficient to determine a definite event or outcome.
Mysterious Boarding in Havana Harbor Reported
The article details an alleged boarding of the steamer in Havana Harbor by three men who demanded a ransom of $47,000 in gold. It notes a claimed plot to capture the vessel and counters that Drew had knowledge of the plan, calling the report unfounded.
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Haw
Oke
Havana Harbor
Roanoke
Drew
Fight Near Belem Virginia Alters Cavalry Roles
A clash near Belem Virginia between forces of Mete and elements of the 8th Cavalry led to a rout of the chief’s forces. Casualties were light for Union troops, with two to three killed and three to four wounded. Rebel losses were heavier. The report also notes personnel changes in the Treasury with E. 8 Kitishes becoming Sixth Auditor and John Wilson taking over as Third Auditor.
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Belem
Virginia
Mosby
Eeen Sterne Tertees
8Th Cavalry
Kitishes
John Wilson
Chicago
Treaswy
Prisoners Rebbed and MacDonoughe Committed to Capitol Prison
Rebbed and MacDonoughe were arrested and committed to the Capitol Prison. The filing notes their detention follows a local disturbance and warrants issued by city authorities.
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Gid Capitol
National Citizens Meet in New York a Cornerstone Session
A gathering in New York on November 1 established a temporary chairman as delegates from six states convened. The committee nominated several figures including Parsons, Morris, and Worrall, with Gen. Wa bridge delivering the opening address to the assembled attendees.
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New York
Ado
Alentine
N. Parsons Mass
Tiegiart
Wei Morris
Fos
Miss
Wihaceed
West
Sprite
Carey
Tay
Iowa
Wis
Worrall
Gen. Wabridge
Richmond Enquirer Reports Officers Taken Prisoner At Front
The Richmond Enquirer lists captive officers including Captains H Wentworth and J Teed Ettrabridge of the 10th Wisconsin and Lieut A Chadiey as reports from the front describe a quiet scene at Old Point. Dispatches mention naval actions, a ram blown up, and a sinking vessel with rewards offered for counterfeiting cases.
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Gideon
Viery
Newcomb
D. D. Poxten
R. A
Aneenes
Secretary of the Treasury
Meneares
Eoldlers
Washington
Albany
Lawiu
Prisoners Gent to Chicago
Fragmentary note reports prisoners being sent to Chicago from Carne with mentions of November 9 and related names. details are unclear and few readable facts remain.
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Chicago
Carne
San
Rebel Battery and Route Details From Island 37
Fragmented report notes Rebel Battery above Island 37 near New Alveny Inde ce. Mentions General Lyon, a recaptured factory valued at $18 000, and lines of railroad and telegraph from Bollombe to Athente with predator threats.
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Island
Alveny
Salha
Fuertego
Patt Alley
Lyon
Was
Ramor Hood
Tenner
Bollombe
Athente
Debatable Confederate Warnings Meet Southern Decay Claims
An old article fragment contrasts Confederate morale with Union command, noting alleged leaks of fluid from valley canteens and a ravaging campaign. It cites a New York Commercial critique of Richmond editors praising Southern virtue while admitting ruinous drinking and moral decline during the rebellion.
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Sheridan
The
Enquirer
Richmond
Strom
Ely
New York Commercial
Guerrillas Routed in West Virginia Skirmish Ends
Dispatch from Charleston reports Col. Witeber’s Rebel party attacked near Wyant, 425 men engaged, Therman captured and mortally wounded. One rebel killed, one missing. Union cavalry in pursuit. Attendant notes mention Chicago Tribune editorials and Lincoln ticket support.
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West
West Virginia
Shoce
Pharran
Witcher
Trial of a Saeed leader in a secret violent conspiracy
Witnesses proved the accused as a leader in an extensive secret violent group. He and associates were armed and some members are under arrest awaiting trial. The order is described as treasonable, with sympathizers active in the organization.
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Saeed
Gailt
Guerrilas-Lexington 87th Alt Band A Ande
Fragmented OCR notes describe a band named A Ande at an event in guerrilas Lexington on the 87th alt. line. No clear dates or locations emerge. details are incomplete and uncertain.
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Guerrilas
Lexington
Atalino
Aealt Mike Agreement Noted In Brief
A fragmented note records a mention of an individual named Mike reaching a grand agreement. The readable portion confirms recognition of an accord but lacks full details or parties involved.
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