10 Jan 1863
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Newspaper
Dubuque Democratic Herald
Location
Dubuque, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1863
Page
1
Correspondent argues New England control shapes federal policy and war aims. He critiques tariff favors and protective duties as benefitting northern manufacturers, warns they threaten the Union, and notes ongoing battles in Tennessee and Virginia politics.
The piece notes Governor Robinson’s legislative synopsis on the Emancipation Proclamation. It says the document concentrates the South into a burning mass of inexhaustible hate and will ruin hopes of restoring the Union. It also comments on President Lincoln’s tempered reception.
Gold was quoted at 1338 in New York on Friday, up 1 cent, reaching a wartime high. The Emancipation Proclamation boosted morale, while broader public sentiment rose as the Murlees celebrate a victory. Green backs remain valued at about 65 cents on the dollar.
Reports from Minnesota Kentucky and Kentucky Governor oppose Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation urging state's rights. Minnesota claims 300 men over quota and crushes Indian uprising. Kentucky legislature meets as Governor attacks Proclamation warning it destroys Union.
Telegraphic updates describe a Confederate raid near Springfield with 2000 Union troops, two cannons, 54 horses, and 30 telegraph corps members captured. Gen Brown reportedly wounded, likely needing amputation to save his life, while reports from St. Louis and Cincinnati note ongoing cavalry exploits by Gen Carter and Halleck’s acknowledgment.
A Civil War era statement affirms the federal government’s supremacy over rebel factions. The speaker denounces rebellion and slavery while vowing loyalty to the United States and its humane policy, rejecting Confederate attempts to impose treason and slave loyalties on citizens and families.
From Wasminetox dated June 9 the blockading fleet letters dated December 23 report many deserting to the United States from rebel forts near Mobile. General Hardship is said to command at Mobile. The Pirate Aveto remains in the harbor. No ships enter or leave since Captain Preble left, except a cotton laden sloop captured by cruisers and a cotton schooner that attempted to sail but wrecked near Fort Morgan, burning to destruction.
Mevrenuc Stamps reports that the Commissioner of Internal Revenue rules no revenue stamp except Proprietary may be used for its amount on any instrument, effectively reducing stamp variety. Secretary Chase to consult bankers on financial policy. The President nominates RB W Taylor of Ohio for 2nd Comptroller of the Treasury to replace the late Mlisha Whittlesy.
Ceven Delaware Jan 9 Bayard was re elected United States Senator from this State today sealing his renewed tenure after recent political action in Dover.
A Washington dispatch reports General William Rosecrans and the Army of the Cumberland receiving high praise for their Murfreesboro victory. Lincoln era officials applaud the field and honor fallen soldiers as the War Department notes promotions and retirements in the Navy and Post Office.
Africa voyage arrives via Queenstown. Federal defeat at Fredericksburg dominates chatter in Liverpool and London. The Times reporter lauds Rappahannock action as noble, calls Fredericksburg fiercest and calamitous for the Union. France notes Papal aid to distressed workers.
In the 2d session, Mr. Wilson bills a ship canal to connect the Mississippi to Lake Michigan and strengthen northern lake defences. Wiley seeks aid to abolish slavery in Western Virginia. Powell asks to address Gen. Grant's expulsion of Jews. Hale notes revocation, Powell pushes for a senate opinion. Congress votes to lay the resolution on the table, 30 to 8.
Collamer introduces civil case bill while arrests criticized. Senate debates a 20 000 volunteer defense for New York and a state troop cap. Executive session ends the day with adjournment. House passes executive, diplomatic, and consular appropriations amid amendments on mileage payments. Morton calls for disbanding armies and a national convention. Bingham denounces secessionists. House adjourns to Monday.
A 19th century notice outlines a mission to advocate and defend constitutional principles. It describes efforts to uncover and oppose usurpation and tyranny, urging readers to support lawful government and civic virtue.
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