09 Jan 1864
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Newspaper
Dubuque Democratic Herald
Location
Dubuque, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1864
Page
1
A Washington letter laments a social and political shift toward racial equality and amnesty for Confederates. It warns of dangers in Negro equality, calls for united Democratic action, and argues for a decisive end to the war through a general amnesty while urging civilian sanction of any lasting policy change.
Snow disruption continues to hamper rail traffic in St Louis as many lines remain blocked or delayed. Officials report slow clearance and limited service across major routes affecting commuters and freight movements.
Telegraphic dispatches detail Thackeray’s death and arrests of Federal volunteers at Queenstown. Reports note naval actions, Danish resignations, and Austro‑Hungarian tensions. Steamer news from Africa and Yazoo reach New York with secrecy about another expedition. Rain floods Port Angeles and nearby areas as guerrilla activity wanes on the Mississippi.
Reports from Jolan Barnone describe no enemy incursions near the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad in the past month. Passenger trains ran as normal with only brief snow and cold delays. Garlinville notes mills destroyed by fire with losses estimated 12000 to 15000 dollars and no insurance. River conditions show continued cold weather with six to eight inches of snow. Veterans recruits travel homeward for 30 days of service, while drugging robbers hinder recruitment and one recruit dies. News also covers military pay and bounty discussions, and the Oregon treasure voyage reaching Port Angles with large cargoes.
Numerous disasters reported from the region near the bay include a gorge breach causing nearly fatal damage, a large two story customs house destroyed, a deputy and an inspector drowned, Victor Smith’s dwelling ruined with his family escaping, and a $12,000 deficit in Comptroller Warren’s accounts. A Birmingham hosiery establishment burned with $50,000 loss, 300 workers affected, and a NY Providence insured ruin. Dispatches note rebel movement near Moorfield and Winterseter, with Early unable to move artillery due to snow and icy roads. Massachusetts Governor Andrew’s lengthy message urges military academy and volunteer recruitment, and a plan to supply sustenance to soldiers’ families within Army of the Potomac lines is authorized by treasury.
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