Spy Boy Rian in Jackson Porter Clash Described
A boy named Rian, claiming to be a Union scout, infiltrated Confederate lines near Richmond in June 1862. Porter and Pinkerton investigated his tale, found it weak, and confined him as a spy until Jackson's forces approached. He vanished after the army moved to James River, leaving little on record.
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Iowa
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Aid
Pat
Johnston
Les
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North
Kelly
Shenandoah Valley
Aian
St. Mary’ Parish
Ashland
Confederacy
James River
War ‘Department
Army
the James
Philosophy of New Year resolutions and customs in history
The article discusses New Year's origins across cultures, the superstition around Jan 1, and long-standing customs such as giving presents and visiting friends. It notes shifting practices in the United States, evolving social norms in New York, and the global spectacle of Chinese New Year festivities.
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United States
West
South
Isg
China
New York
Knickerbockers
Holland
Canal security push prompts congress for permanent Water Way
Delegates urge legislation to secure permanent canal construction to boost national commerce and navy value. A delegation visits Washington, another Nebraska chaired group plans Omaha meeting, with ex Governor Lish of Arkansas as executive chair. Delegates depart for Port Arthur aboard the Gulf railroad hosts.
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Congress
United States Navy
Washington
Inceme B.C. Cobb
Florida
Semitar
B.watson
Neobraska
M. H. Moore
Joeau
P. A. Buel
California
C. A. Paul
Nebraska
Omaha
Lishback
Arkansas
Port Arthur
Theansas City
Pittsburg
Gulf Railroad
Naval Squadron Sails South for Gulf Evolutions
The North Atlantic Squadron ships led by the New York Massachusetts Indiana and Iowa left Hampton Roads at dawn after coaling and provisioning for the winter cruise. They head for the Dry Tortugas to begin evolutions with the Texas joining later as torpedo boat Foote takes the inner route due to rough weather.
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Norfork
Gulf
North Atlantic
Hampton Roads
New York
Indiana
Massachusetts
Iowa
Old Point
Capes
Hatteras
Sicard
Tavaha
Texas
South Carolina
Foote
Ohio Fight Not Yet Ended in Senate Bribery Charges
Ohio scene as legislators depart for a pause, with Hanna foes planning further action next week. Subpoenas for Hanna and others issued to face the Senate committee. Libel suits filed against Republican papers over bribery charges including a $100,000 suit by T. C. Campbell against the Ohio State Journal.
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United States Senate
Columbus
Hanna
Henry B. Payne
Major Dick
W. D. Hollenbeck
H. H. Boyce
Senate
Republican
T. C. Campbell
Ohio State Journal
Merry and Smith on Trial in Onrcaco Court
The peddlers Merry and Smith stand trial for the murder of Merry's wife in Judge Horton’s court. The packed courtroom and large crowd reflect high public interest, with Marshal McNutt and Marshal Wilson among the first witnesses. In Papacan, Ky, James E Berry dubbed millionaire tramp dies after a fall. He owned property but left less than a million. five hundred dollars in cash found on him. A Havana report notes air quiet as the state department and Senor Drapay de Lowe provide updates.
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Onrcaco
Christopher Merry
James Smith
Merry
Papacan
James E. Berry
Millionaire Tramp
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