08 Oct 1864
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Newspaper
Dubuque Democratic Herald
Location
Dubuque, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1864
Page
1
The article outlines Democratic candidates and party committee plans for key primaries. It notes caucus meetings in various counties and dates, with several candidates listed and a call for fair, orderly proceedings.
The telegraphic column reports exchanges of prisoners and deserter influx toward Grant's crossing, with Confederate pressures near Missouri and Illinois. Major Malfort asks for exchanges. anti slavery sentiment grows, while crowds rally in Indiana and Illinois for abolitionist causes. A bank robbery in Monroe Wisconsin prompts a $5,000 reward.
A government table lists regiments that recently returned to the Northern states after service ended. It documents their units and the heavy losses endured during the war, presenting a stark count of casualties and the price paid by soldiers.
The Everts of St Louis speaks after years of discouragement as he celebrates a lottery win. He recalls buying tickets for twenty-five years and finally seeing the wheel turn, noting previous misfires and his persistent hope despite many false starts.
11s understood that orders will soon be issued under proper authority for taking the soldiers votes for President and Vice President in the armies. Dumile have not yet transpired, but it is believed that persons will be empowered to receive the votes of the various divisions, in the absence of speech making and other electioneering.
The Danville meeting of the Minor conference heard reports of dissatisfaction with recent fiscal actions at Springfield. Rev. M. Liner was elected amid opposition over a Thanksgiving sermon. A remonstrance against Rev. Hecoox faced abolitionist outreach, while bishops urged political restraint and preaching Christ. Chicago Times reports.
A London correspondent argues the Lincoln war harms U S industry while boosting England’s, noting profits of about £25 million annually from the war era trade. The piece claims Britain gains from American stock, carrying trades, and munitions supply while hoping for four more years of Lincoln administration.
A DPasitian Annone Gen Fremont letter withdraws noting political error and financial seizure by the administration. It argues continuation is a source of regret for the country.
A dense advertisement touts bounty warrants for county or volunteer service and promotes a new Peruvian Syrup as a cure for numerous ailments. It lists testimonials from New York citizens and praises the syrup as a versatile tonic addressing dyspnea nervous afflictions fevers and other constitutional issues. The blurb emphasizes restorative power and electrical effects, urging readers to try the remedy despite lack of clinical validation.
Telegraphic dispatches report a battle near Altoona Georgia with the enemy retreating toward Dallas. Sherman drives Forrest from lines while repairs and river crossings are completed. Reports detail heavy Rebel losses, Union gains at Big Shanty, and continued operations around Atlanta, Richmond, and Petersburg with major general officers active and prisoners exchanged.
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