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Newspaper
Dubuque Democratic Herald
Location
Dubuque, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1863
Page
1
A corrupted political debate unfolds around Governor Cutting and the reelection bid in Pennsylvania. The piece rails at Copperhead sentiment, accuses opponents of deceiving voters, and laments the political climate, predicting mixed prospects for supporting and opposing factions.
A voyage scene on a river recounts encounters with a stranger, details of a Canada crossing, and a confederate era escape story. The passenger explains an escape route from Morgan in Ohio and ties to a New York house purchase and Ninears holiday as part of his tale.
Fragmentary report notes Morgan’s men exchanging uniforms for civilian clothes and a claim that his raiders were well supplied. An informant mentions three other Morgan units rejoicing in freedom on the Canada side of Niagara.
A 1964 Iowa Democratic statement defends the party convention’s nomination of Gen Tuttle over Mr Fisher for governor. It explains ballot irregularities and a subsequent unanimous nomination of Mr Ride for governor, arguing the process preserved party harmony and repelled claims of an unfair outcome.
The article argues the current draft costs the government enormous sums, with about 60 000 enrolling officers and boards and over 50 000 invalid soldiers aiding enforcement. It compares expenses to paying an army of 300 000 and questions the wisdom of drafting given these costs and the impact on existing troops.
The 1861 Tribune denounces Republican mobs while noting Democratic papers fueled rebellion. It cites the populace’s strong indignation at northern presses and complains doctors sometimes mete their own medicine, reflecting harsh sectional sentiment of the era.
Telegraphic report states Brig. Gen. Warren, chief of the Topographical Engineers, promoted to major general. A new Confederate camp was discovered today at Pony Mountain near Culpepper.
Evening notes recount a court martial at Coumth with Col Corwyn killed by Lieut Col Bowen after Bowen drew a pistol. Reports from New Years and Wistiscroy detail attempted arson at Croton Aqueduct and twelve wagon captures by Mosby’s men. Grant era official dispatches praise naval cooperation and army officers.
The 7th Massachusetts Regiment, 630 men with 60 sick, arrived from Port Tudaoa en route to Boston via Indianapolis Cleveland Battilo and Albany. 48 deaths are listed with names, some buried at White River and Nelena. arrivals and routes reflect Civil War era troop movements. Also reports rising secessionist unrest in August with clashes near Visalia and San Francisco fortification plans.
Des Moines dispatch notes the 8th Iowa Cavalry's first full company passing through Burlington on the way to Davenport, with recruitment prospering. It mentions the 7th Cavalry still at camp awaiting orders and Col. 8A, the 33d Iowa Infantry, acting as post commandant at Helena. The piece highlights Gen. Tuttle's popularity and a vigorous upcoming canvass.
The Democratic convention nominated state representatives Andrew J. Davis and Thomas Christy for Van Buren County. county officers including sheriff Samuel Smith and coroner Joseph Price. and Fredrick Paylor for superintendent among others. Lee County selections list John Leisy D C Raddieh J P Lomish for legislature. Rhos H Allyn for treasurer. N G Hedges for sheriff. D McCrary for county judge. N McCullough for surveyor. Z B Bowers for superintendent. Patrick Galligan for coroner.
The account recalls Coan Or vor Knut Trers-a tale of a broken bottle soaking sawdust and plum tree fruit saved from curculio infestation. Experiments show saturated sand dust from coal oil keeps odors and pests at bay, aiding fruit ripening. Martial law notes in Williamson County and mock military passes mark a chaotic era.
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