29 Jan 1865
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Newspaper
Dubuque Democratic Herald
Location
Dubuque, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1865
Page
1
The text references aging limits and negotiations that culminate in a press statement about submission to a plan. Mentions Lee's army and Michigan soldiers moving toward a southern location, with scattered place names like Cerotina and Pallahas. The passage is garbled but suggests a wartime or political context with military notes.
Washington reports that peace talks with the Confederacy hinge on terms from Richmond. Lincoln advisers weigh restoring the Union with slavery abolition, Confederate aims for independence, and potential land confiscations as negotiations unfold in the capital.
The excerpt discusses guarantees and promises of peace amid Civil War context. It argues the South seeks independence not slavery, while the North questions Confederate willingness to peace. It notes Confederate leaders’ stance, military endurance, and plans to end slavery only as a means to statehood, with Congress investigating authorities and abuses.
Prisoners of war at Johneun's Island report severe food deprivation and unsanitary rations. Surgeons from the prison hospital allege inmates receive inadequate meals with spoiled meat, bones, and bread, risking disease and death. They urge Col Palmer to enforce humane meals and prevent further suffering.
A fragmented report discusses a young man of questionable manners appearing in town lists, claiming income and attempting to marry a wealthy daughter. It notes his lack of funds and an alleged watch theft to cover taxes, reflecting government strain and warnings about public lists.
The article reports General Dix aided by New York detectives identifying incendiaries in attempts to burn city hotels. It notes public welfare delays on fleet relations and questions Southern involvement, calling the revelation amusing and urging readers to draw conclusions about motives and preparations. It includes a separate item on romantic folly and a humorous bite about lovers.
The Emperor forbids wearing medals from internal civil strife but permits the cross awarded for resistance to General Scott and the American forces. He aims to keep alive enmity with the United States, fearing continued opposition in the capital.
The Michigan Supreme Court today ruled that the soldiers voting law in the state is unconstitutional reversing the prior framework for military voters. The decision affects how service members cast ballots and could influence election procedures statewide.
Long dispatch from New York and Washington reports political and military turmoil. Sherman moves on Augusta while Union troops advance toward Wilmington and a contested state law on soldier voting is ruled unconstitutional. Rebel and Union actions intertwine with naval reports, peace talks, and commodity market notes amidst winter conditions.
The Richmond Whig summarizes a Tuesday naval engagement with 5 killed and 14 wounded. It cites a Federal raiding party moving up the Chowan river under Weldon, plus rumors of Sherman moving on Augusta. It notes Lee as commander in chief and Johnston in Northern Virginia, with Tallahassee captured per unconfirmed telegram.
In Washington on January 28, 1839, Mr. Sprague introduced a bill to raise congressional pay from 3000 to 5000 dollars annually. Funk of Ohio opposed, Cole supported the amendment, Morris of New York also advocated it. The House adjourned at 3 o'clock.
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