Democratic Nomination and Civil War Skirmishes Reported
A Nashville telegram notes Bubugne Gerald Leo TR McClellan nominated by the Chicago Convention as Democratic presidential candidate. Ohio’s Pendleton named for vice president amid a spirited cavalry fight near Southfield on the 29th. Reports mention invasions of Pennsylvania and mobilization near Harrisburg, with Wheeler’s cavalry activity provoking great excitement in Nashville. Commentary criticizes administration and Seward’s foreign correspondence readings.
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Leo TR. McClellan
Deo. Hi. Pendleton
Ohio
View
Gene Souithfield
Nasvini Aggy
Wheeler
McMinnvillé
Murfreesboro
Lebanon
Sherman
I -Goy
Johnston
Leo K.N. Palion
Gallatin
Millygen
Dinethat
Swasy
Columbus
McClellan
McClellan and Pendleton Nominated for President and VP
The Champlain Convention completed its work with McClellan and Pendleton chosen as the Democratic candidates for President and Vice President. The piece argues McClellan lacks broad support and warns against Lincoln and Northern interference, praising Pendleton as a strong ally and a longtime Cincinnati congressman and peace advocate.
Uprising of Office Molders in South Carolina Scandal
A fragmented 1804-era missive targets D N Cooley of this city and others as extortionists linked to a Union Executive Congressional Committee. The letter begs recipients for payments from five to five hundred dollars to aid impartial campaigns supporting Lincoln, with calls for remittances to Hon James Haelan and the committee secretary. The document notes coercive pressure to fund campaigns and hints at further demands if payments are not forthcoming.
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D. N. Cooley
Irenaury
South Carolina
Washington
Union Executive Congressional Committee
Lincoln
Dean Sims
James Haelan
Coulter
Searuinry
Ramit
Cooley
Grant's Failed Richmond Reach From East End
Washington dispatches report Grant aimed to move war from the James to the Potomac with Hancock Birney and Warren corps, but Confederate defenses at Richmond repelled the assault. Losses neared 9 600 men, and Lee shifted large forces to the Shenandoah Valley while Petersburg and Richmond remained in Union hands for now.
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Oath to Lincoln in Militia Row Sparks Criticism
In Davenport and local papers criticism mounts over Gov. Stone’s militia oath requiring officers to support Lincoln before commissioning. The Davenport Gazettes condemn it as unnecessary and unwise amid political differences, while accusations fly over perceived disloyalty and journalistic restraint.
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Stone
Geo B McClellan as For Vice President
Geo B McClellan is named as a candidate for vice president in a party ticket discussion. Supporters push for his qualifications and public service record while opponents question alignment with current platform and regional interests.
McClellan Nominated for President at Democratic Convention
George H Pendleton of Ohio secures Vice Presidential nomination as McClellan wins the presidential post on the first ballot amid loud support. Delegates adjourn after pledging unity, with Seymour noting his earlier decision not to run. Reports also cover battlefield actions around Martinsburg and Reams Station, plus Confederate movements and Union responses.
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Bubugne Neral
Cineado
Ade bin
Géer
Bo McClellan
McClelan
Thomas H. Seymour
Wicklif
Northwest
Executive Committee
Democratic National Committee
Stephen A. Douglas
Connecticut
Otto
McClellan
Ace
Horatio Seymour
Vallandigham
McCleltlan
McKeon
New York
Rowell
Ils
McClellans
Louisville
The Belfast riots resume as Trish unrest widens
Amid confused dispatches from Ireland and Belfast a fresh wave of riots is reported. Reports from Nashville to Gallatin describe forces massing and attempts to advance, while Ghent and Ghent Ky are cited in disrupted lines. The era’s tension and scattered troop movements fill late reports.
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Nashville
Wheeler
Cumberland
Gallatin
Gal. 1
Mis Ani
Ghen
Ghent
London Times editorial on Grant's Petersburg assault
The London Times editorial credits both sides with valor and laments the sacrifice of three months of deadly combat. It expresses belief the American character will gain from the clash, hopes for reconciliation and peace, and predicts a possible peace candidate at Chicago. It also notes Cork Dunkithe and Newry disturbances and praises ongoing vigor of the great struggle.
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Grant
Petersburg
Wwe
New York
Democratic Party
Chicago
Cork
Dunkithe
Newry
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