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Dubuque Democratic Herald

Location

Dubuque, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 18, 1864

Page

2

Democratic Call for June Convention in Dubuque

The Dubuque County Central Committee issues a call for a convention on June 4 to launch a pivotal 1860s era campaign. The editorial urges bold Democratic action to defend constitutional liberty, law, and a sound financial system, criticizing Republican leaders and stressing vigilance, organization, and unity to uphold States’ rights and civil power.

Dubuque County Lt iv Aifars Vollamor Vernont Senate United States Democrata Feou Himecdaly

Investigation of Treasury fraud allegations proceeds slowly

The piece defends Mr. Chase amid fraud accusations, stating no proof of fraud within the Treasury Department. It argues the administration trusted many in key posts and questions how Chase could be deceived by supposedly dishonest subordinates, urging fairness and faithfulness among employees.

Treasury Department Jean Department Mr. Chase Fewud Chape Wynkoop Iceland Hase Td. Pottey Dubuque B.D. Wynkoop Larnen & Co New York

Louisiana in the Union under Hahn’s rule criticized

Port Hudson correspondent decries Governor Hahn’s Louisiana as restricted to territory and mocks the claim of restored loyalty. The piece questions military resources and observers’ belief in a loyal, restored state, noting dangers from guerrilla threats and the fragile security beyond New Orleans.

Port Hudson the Tribune Hahn Louisiana Louistans Union New Orleans

Trust in Tar Administration and the Crumbling Cabinet

A partisan broadside laments distrust of Washington and exposes alleged corruption in customs houses and the Treasury. It argues the cabinet is divided and ineffective, with Seward and Chase cited, while key generals are dismissed. The piece calls for a genuine government reflecting the people in a time of crisis.

Albiny Grant Washington Chase Seward Erope Asd Agin Tf Enemnins Mosuuay Seward Senate Sewant Blair Aga Villian Woullus Stanton Mulluck Honao Keyes Fen Clin Lincoln Fribune

Washington corruption exposé from Springset correspondent

A Washington bureau report alleges government corruption involving treasury department seduction and prostitution, congressional mistreatment in clerkships, and officials sanctioned by officers. It claims a senator was assaulted by a woman and denounces prewar graft, liquor influence, and contract cheating as systemic.

Wepublicam Washington Treasury Veprement Congress Ihem Due

Fragmentary Mexican Crisis Sparks Press Debate

A garbled report discusses French control in parts of Mexico, a vote denial, and protests from the Louisville Democrat. It recalls governors in Louisiana and Arkansas and questions a doctrine that ten percent loyalty justifies action, attributing broad latitude of expression to various parties.

Horace Greelay New Massiad Banmnade Hoc Eadbewudl Atethy Temuajort Arkansas Tribune Maximiliat

Governor Goodwin Urges Action Over Arizona Territory Mines

Gov Goodwin writes to Gen Carluton warning Indian difficulties threaten the new mining region. He advocates vigorous measures and a post to protect miners, believing a year will bring population and secure deposits, otherwise mines may be deserted or fewer protections offered.

Gov. Goodwin Arizona Territory Carluton

Double marriage tale and war rumor from Wheeling Intelligencer

The Wheeling Intelligencer recounts a wartime double marriage tale. A young Steubenville man supposedly died, his wife remarried, and later a supposed body arrived. a prisoner’s message then claimed he lived and awaited exchange. A Paris rumor alleged a Maxilian Napoleon accord to seize Lower California ports, with French aims at Pacific footholds. A Muscatine note tells of a Day recruit who deceived the army by posing as a soldier.

Wheeling Intelligencer Steubenville Stanleyavitle A. Panitaxy Reson Paris Maximillian Napoleon Claude Sonuis California Acapulco London Pacific Seaboard Tahiti Panama Soners

Rail link to South through Danville strengthens Richmond

Correspondents misstate the sole rail connection for Richmond to the South. The Danville Virginia route is said to be completed to ensure continuity if Weldon or Petersburg is interrupted, linking Richmond with the Southwest even if Gordonsville is occupied, by alternative lines via Lynehilw and other points.

Pateraite Richroot Danville Virginia Weldon Petersburg Richmond Gordonsville Tla Lynehlw Dternburg

Wendell Phillips on the Administration and the War

Wendell Phillips argues against perpetual war and despotic powers in wartime America. He urges adherence to the Constitution, warns that executive overreach risks despotism, and calls for peace through statesmanship rather than battle. The piece contrasts American liberties with European rule and notes the wartime toll on labor and debt.

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CSE 10 40 Bonds Act of March 1864 issued bonds details

Bonds authorized by Act of March 1864 issued by United States treasury under law. Interest paid semiannually in coin. Redeemable in coin at government rates, terms vary by bond type. Registered bonds and coupon bonds offered in multiple denominations from 50 to 10000 dollars. Transferable on owner's order for registered bonds.

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