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Dubuque Democratic Herald

Location

Dubuque, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 07, 1863

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Democratic State Convention Delegates Sought in Iowa

Dubuque Herald reports Sion Damocher of Iowa encourages county parties to select delegates for the Democratic State Convention to be hosted in Des Moines on May 26. The article outlines delegate quotas, representation by county, and dates for county meetings to elect delegates, including guidance from state and county party secretaries.

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Dubuque County Democratic Convention Textual Notice

A garbled notice notes a Dubuque County Democratic convention to be held at the Court House in Dobryte town on a Wednesday in May or November. It lists townships and wards as attendees and references attendance at a state convention, urging participation and asserting duties at the convention. The text includes names such as John Crhategt and mentions liberty theory and political action.

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United States War at Sea Provokes British Shipping Fear

The text describes strained British reactions to US enforcement of contraband rules, including seizures of ships bound for Mariners and a case involving a letter from Adams to Admiral Dashant. It notes heightened risk to English commerce and pressure on Britain's ministry for protection despite Adams's influence with the American squadron.

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Petticoated Reinforcement in Philadelphia Show

A Philadelphia performance features Miss Anna F Dickenson in a political act with the New York Loyal Leaguers. An outspoken speech extols opposing slave insurrection and links the South to hell in a fiery, controversial roast of current figures. The piece praises Miss Dickenson as a graceful, unmarried woman delivering sharp rhetoric.

New York Cratos John van Buren Brady Barnum Actees Anna EF. Dickenson Fredericksburgg Miss Dickenson South Barbaram Hell

Arrest of Vallandigham sparks Dayton unrest across Ohio

Special dispatches report General Burnside ordered Captain Morris to arrest Vallandigham in Dayton. Military force surrounded his residence after a jeering confrontation. Vallandigham refused civil process and was taken to Cincinnati. Riotous crowds attacked offices and buildings. troops restored order as fires and attacks spread. Vallandigham confined at Newport Barracks with efforts underway for habeas relief.

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Confederate Prisoners and Hill Killed in Civil War Updates

Dispatches detail 6900 Confederate prisoners, Union rifle pits near Richmond, and Gen Hill killed. Dayton riot suppressions, arrests of Vallandigham, and mob actions include telegraph wire cut and journal office fire feared. Reports claim Hooker’s forces shift, Averill cavalry moved south, and Lee’s forces pressured.

Creinsati Dayton Journal Phillips Thouse

Fredericksburg Battle Updates From Various Correspondents

Times and World dispatches report continued fighting near Fredericksburg with Sedgewick advancing toward Hooker while Gibbon guards the rear heights. Herald notes heavy morning fire at Chancellorville as reinforcements for the enemy arrive from Richmond. Confidences on Stoneman and general movements remain uncertain.

Slocker Times Sedgewick Fredericksburg Hooker Gibbon Chancellorville Richmond Readonts of Stoneman

Northern Virginia combat unfolds with reinforcements arriving

Desperate resistance by Longstreet corps attempts slow Hooker near Fredericksburg while reports claim extensive casualties on both sides. Tuesday's clash expected decisive. observers note reinforcements from Washington and possible pontoon use as rebels threaten river crossings. A separate report describes a prize fight in New York with Colburn defeating McCool after 15 rounds.

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Confederate Prison Buildup At Bragg Camp and Richmond Dispatch

Reports from Bragg indicate heavy casualties and a mortality claim later doubted. By May 3 nearly 3,000 Confederate prisoners were at Wasingetos with 740 more arriving. total prisoners could exceed 4,000 as captives move from the Rappahannock. New York sources say Longstreet’s forces are between Richmond and Suffolk, with Beauregard taking command around Richmond as Fredericksburg retake debates surface. A Times dispatch on Saturday and Sunday movements was censored by the military censor for not appearing in print.

Wasingetos Rappahannock Longstreet Lee Richmond Suffells Hooker Fredericksburg Bank's Beauregard Charleston the Times Associated Press

British ships seizure debate spurs calls for restraint in Parliament

Reports from New Year and San Francisco note intense debate over the seizure of British ships in neutral waters and Mexican traders protection. Ministers urge moderation while Russell prepares to present the matter to Washington. San Francisco cargo values rise as railroad bids seek a 30 mile segment from Nuburn Placer county.

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Riots and military actions across several riverfront towns

May 6 dispatches report quiet in Dayton after last night’s riot arrests and the Empire newspaper suppression with editor jailed. Union forces confiscated weapons, with gunboats Choctaw and Duke of Avevle engaging rebels while Musqueto shelling shores. Memphis preparations for July celebration follow Union success. Secessionists arrested in multiple cities, including prominent merchants and officials, with families displaced. Davenport brings 762 Sioux children and chieftains south to Decotah. North river expected with more.

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May 6 dispatches on Civil War movements and battles

Reports from Washington and New York detail Gen Blooker’s position with 90,000 reinforcements and Confederate maneuvers near Fredericksburg. Sedgwick and Longstreet clash across the Fredericksburg area, with Vermont brigades countering and heavy casualties reported. The Herald and Tribune relay movements from Murfreesboro to Vicksburg, noting disrupted rebel communications.

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