Confed forces capture steamer as Richmond peace hopes rise
The Neuse River steamer and two barges were seized by a Confederate band loaded with supplies for Sherman’s army. Richmond residents and Virginia citizens expect the Confederacy’s failure is near though generals debate peace and new elections. Grant’s victory is questioned as Lee and Johnston defenses shift along the North Carolina lines near Raleigh and Newport News.
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Sherman
Virginia
Richmond
Abolitionists in Anamosa Joke About Postmaster Choice
The Anamosa abolitionists face a local ruse over a suggested postmaster. A letter to Shaw sparked a mix up between Col. Shaw and B. E. Shaw, leading to B. E. Shaw being named postmaster for four years, with the joke now circulating in town.
Romance Like Robbery Turns Deadly in Macon County
A Macon County woman from HL traveled to Decatur to claim a $400 express package for her husband but failed proof of identity. She returned with her brother in law who validated her. Nighttime intruder demanded the money, the woman dropped the parcel and struck him with a poker when he bent to take it, fatally injuring him. Neighbors found the assailant was her brother in law.
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Macon County
Golher
Decatur
Express of Ice
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Grave of Cortes companion found in Mexican convent
The Paris Miniteur reports the discovery of the grave of Manoel Nuno, captain of the guards to the Marquis del Valle, in a convent between Yauhuithan and Ely in Cajapen. Nuno, brother of Nuno de Mursado, joined Cortes and died three years before him. Cortes claimed the title Marquis del Valle, later confirmed by Charles V.
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Mexico
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Aucenuty del Valle
Return to the Union Reported as News from Virginia
A Potomac Army correspondent notes limited fighting near Farmville as Lee retreats toward Lynchburg. Reports describe bridge destruction, a sharp cavalry clash, heavy losses including Smyth, 2d Corps. Prisoners tallied around 7,700 with 1,000 killed or wounded. Sheridan and Ord pursue, a truce appears, and Meade denies any armistice authority.
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Smyth
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Moe
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Lee
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Ile
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Meade
Broad Civil War Dispatches Stir Interest Across Cities
April reports from Wasamnetos to New York detail mixed reactions to a recent presidential speech with radicals expressing discontent. Telegraph items describe rebel mail seizures, Sherman's reequipped army ready for action, and Richmond’s fragile postwar scene including rationing, manhunts, and confiscations under Gen. Shepley while Grant and Lee prepare for possible movements and reinforcements.
Surrender of Joe's army and parole policy debated
The dispatches claim the rebellion is crushed and rebel pirates will be blocked from ports. The final arrangements for Lee's army surrender are described as liberal, with thousands of officers and men paroled. Reports note escapes, paroles denied by many, and questioned counts of surrender. Troop movements are ordered as corps depart toward Burkesville and Danville while property and effects are seized.
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Herald
Army Potomac
Joe
Lee
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Oulda
Thatch
Richmond
Danville
Burkesville
Sth
Virginia to participate in reunion talks urged by Richmond paper
The Richmond Whig notes an invitation to Virginians to join a conference pursuing reentry of the old Dominion into the Union. It suggests county or district leaders appoint intelligent citizens to represent them, with the legislature’s views to be determined promptly despite anticipated obstacles.
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Richmond Whig
Virginia
Lincoln
Old Dominion
Union
Gen Slo cum to lead new Georgia army trains ready
April 9 report notes Scuorizno's Army and Gorosnono reorganized into distinct corps. Gen Slo cum assumes command of the Georgia army with Gen Mower as commander of the 20th corps. Trains loaded, troops clothed, movement prepared, no opposition expected at Neuse crossing Smithfield. Sherman orders rapid marches and swift results. Johnston likely to defend Raleigh to hold it as long as possible.
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War Department plan curbs drafts and military spending
The War Department in Washington announces measures after consultation with the Lieutenant General. Drafting and recruiting in loyal states will stop, ammunition and supply purchases curtailed, military establishment expenses reduced, generals staff scaled to need, and military trade restrictions eased where public safety allows. Public orders will confirm details. Signed by Secretary of War Stryxon.
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Protection extended to churches in General Order No 29
General Order No 29 in Ricamoyyp Virginia extends protection to all churches and places of public worship allowing services to continue peacefully. It warns against perverting worship to treasonous sentiments and if found, protection will be withdrawn. Churches previously praying for the Confederacy are ordered to show similar respect to the President of the United States. Also reports no death of Gen. Wm. H. F. Lee. family says he is unhurt.
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