12 Aug 1863
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Newspaper
Dubuque Democratic Herald
Location
Dubuque, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1863
Page
1
A leading New York editor rebukes a correspondent who mocks dining with black waiters. The piece argues that black servants at the Trois Freres reflect social realities, not taste, and contends both Northern and Southern elites patronize the hotel despite racial prejudices.
Reports from North Alabama describe a citizen scout force about 70 strong formed in June to resist Confederate conscription. They claim growth and have driven off officers enforcing the draft. West Tennessee enforcement has collapsed under Gen. Burt's cavalry, with small bands hiding when approached. Adj. Gen. Phoras left for Vicksburg. A Paris letter notes Russia-France war rumors and coalitions shaping possible actions, with France seeking broader European support before any conflict.
Reports from Liverpool via the Cape show Chostenmer of China arrives in port. Marshal Storey to depart September 1, ceding command to Gen Brazine. Talks among three powers near a joint reply to Russia, with Traney hopeful of conciliation. Elsewhere sun stroke cases rise. draft revisions underway in western New York. President Davis ill at Richmond. Gen Lee warns against hanging federal officers. threat to resign if demanded.
Moynor August 11 The steamship Nellie Perry arrived this morning from Stone Inlet. Captain Phillips reports he left there last Friday when the siege was progressing favorably. Officers and men are in fine spirits.
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