02 Sep 1864
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Newspaper
Dubuque Democratic Herald
Location
Dubuque, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1864
Page
1
A Civil War dispatch claims Hort Morgan capitulated with about 2000 prisoners and 60 gangs. Confederate forces retreat along the Shenandoah. Martinabury and Bun ker OGM are mentioned with gunboats blockading ports. Reports describe gunboat actions, the Tallahassee, Monticello, and a pursuit near the White River with guerilla activity noted on the river paths.
The Temes asks who will back McClellan for President and questions whether Gen McClellan has backing from Mahaney and others. The piece notes expected Republican alignment in the West Virginia area, questions Lincoln era recognition, and claims many local Democrats will oppose or support various factions with the Times poised to relay the answer.
The piece attacks McClellan’s opponents for likening him to Lincoln’s foes and cites Civil War wartime measures. Lincoln’s suspension of habeas corpus and broad conscription are noted, with critique of Copperhead and Peace Democrat tactics. Peter Moriarty of Jackson County is mentioned as moving to Chicago to back a McClellan aligned Democratic paper.
Don Matinile editor of the Medeapoli tan Record, accused by Washington forces of inciting hatred and violence at the draft in New York and of disloyalty, has been discharged as charges dismissed by commissioners.
A fragmented report from Col. One describes Sioux raiders firing on a Winnebago canoe on the Missouri near Doe Eat In. Two Winnebago men were killed, others wounded, and a search party pursued the Sioux to a nearby camp where fourteen women and children were found murdered or missing. Local alarm spread as Winnebago forces sought ammunition and aid from Omaha Agency and the town's commander.
A dated Port Union dispatch describes Gen Sully’s expeditions with 34 000 warriors near the Missouri frontier. Sioux and allied forces attacked Port Union, losing two killed. The steamer Oshind City was wrecked, boat and cargo lost. The report notes Indian aggression toward Upper Missouri and hints at further fighting.
Notice of sale on September 6 1899 at the front door of the Courthouse in Dubuque County Iowa to satisfy a mortgage and costs. The description covers lots and tracts in the College Addition and other parcels conveyed to Manual Lagann and Itelen Hewys, with fulfillment of legal requirements and adjournment details provided by Sheriff D A Mamony.
The report details naval actions near Wilmington and Mobile including a blockaderunner into Wilmington, Fort Morgan events, and surrender notes. It notes Juarez leaving Mexico, peace talks, and Union campaigns around New Orleans and Pensacola, with Mobile bombardment progress and Confederate activity along the Arkansas frontier.
The dispatch notes gold prices fluctuating 243 to 248 amid strong selling and contract cover, while a boiler explosion near Union Station kills four aboard a C and E T railroad engine and damages track. Military news from New Orleans relays surrender updates at Fort Morgan and a detailed bombardment of the fort with Farragut’s fleet supporting land forces.
The report blends naval actions from the Gulf and river theatre with Confederate and Union exchange, noting the capture of forts and ships, the destruction of rebel ram Nashville, and Sheridan’s Martinsburg advance. It also cites Juarez’s potential departure, Maximilian’s conciliatory policy, and Mexican appointments. Administrative notices warn for probate and administration on local estates with filings in Dubuque County Iowa.
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