End of War Hopes and Peace Motives Questioned
A speculative editorial criticizes the peace talks and White House policy as party manipulation. It argues Southern resolve remains unbroken despite military reverses and predicts recognition for the Confederacy if Lincoln’s term ends in 3 March and the South governs independently.
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Jao
Associated Press
Leotl
Richmond
Bragg
Wilmington
Shenandoah Valley
Kentucky
Lincoln
Adjutant Generals Meet at Columbus Ohio
A meeting of Adjutant Generals from loyal states is planned in Columbus Ohio on Tabata the 17th with N G Baker of lows leading the measure. The plan promises military benefits for the country and people, though critics warn gains may favor local merchants and Columbus interests if morale shifts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbus
Ohio
Tabata
N. G. Baker
Lows
Alarming Desertions and Tax Costs Cited by Stratford Press
The Stratford Press reports dire notes on Civil War desertions from the Federal Army describing rogues and substitutes flooding the front and undermining the guard and battle line. It also lists Massachusetts tax expenses for the war effort with detailed salary and printing costs and compares state expenditures.
Oregon Senda Fresh Backwood Anas to Congress
A fragmented text describes Oregon sending an unfamiliar backwoods figure to Congress, recounting his wary stance toward railroads and sharpers. An incident with a conductor over a torn car ticket is noted, with confusion and rough action followed by persuasion. The piece also contains garbled telegraphic phrases about comfort and health amid hardship.
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Oregon
Congress
Ami
The Conscript’s Wife Marian Elmer
Marian Elmer, wife of a mechanic and mother of Grace, lives in a modest home shaded by honeysuckle. After her husband John Elmer is drafted and later dies in service, Marian battles poverty and hardship, selling belongings, seeking work, and caring for Grace. She dies of a broken heart as the country endures war’s toll on families.
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Grace
Crace
Marian
Marian Elmer
John Elmer
Julia
Maxmon
Shelly
Walla
Marin
John
Lea
Hera
Maerian
Elmer
Benny
Sosa
Nick
Jobe Elmer
Hugh
Benart
Brearios
Efe
Ravens
John Scimer
Tie
Fle
Copperhead Elmer
Maran
Marvin
Mariaa
Kise
Marinan
Abe
Job
Baby
Megs
New York Dispatches Mixed On Peace Rumors
A New York dispatch of the twelfth reports editorials from major papers debating peace rumors. The World says Lincoln lacks authority for any abolition offer and Davis cannot accept. The Herald doubts success. the Post sees rebel commissioners as ineffective. The Mérald notes Missouri emancipation influence, while Missouri actions draw varied reactions nationwide.
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New York
Lincoln
Jeff. Davis
Herald
Post
Washington
United States
Brown
United
Mérald
Missouri
Arkansas
Kentucky
Tennessee
Delaware
the Tribune
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Ternett Pieters & Co
Alx Contatainp
Howard
Mill
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South Ninth Street
Philadelphia
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Freee
Speen ’S Ofices
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Harcis Street
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Stev
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Williamsburg
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Itumitton County
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India
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Cordlante St
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Returny Mall
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