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Newspaper
Dubuque Democratic Herald
Location
Dubuque, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1864
Page
1
A weekly Herald column lauds McClellan and Pendleton while denouncing congressional Republicans. It laments Democratic divisions, urges union restoration, and criticizes party leaders and factions, urging steadfast support for the administration and Constitution.
A call to rapid organization across counties and towns urges citizens to decide soon on governance. It stresses patriotic unity, reclaiming the country, and rallying voters against corruption, urging speakers, documents, and civic efforts to move forward decisively.
A fragment from a political argument contrasts Democrats and Republicans, arguing the former seek restored purity and peace while the abolitionists push centralized power and suppression. It frames the dispute as a battle between supporters of human freedom and defenders of military despotism, urging unity around constitutional rights.
A Springfield Republican note describes Mr. Lincoln as careworn and sad while discussing the grim timing of a war proclamation. The piece mocks jokes during wartime and questions Lincoln's resolve as his war measures are read aloud.
A letter denounces slander by abolitionists about Hon. George So Efitlard a Democrat who voted against Lincoln in 1860 and now allegedly intends to vote for him in 1864. The writer rebuts the Philadelphia Press report, asserts lifelong Republican or non-Democrat status, and defends McClellan as a possible nominee.
Mr Jennings addresses Democracy of Pubugque County and nearby Democrats denying any candidacy for a lucrative county office. He cites respect for colleagues and unity ahead of the Presidential contest, noting his Senatorial term still has more than a year to run and promising to focus energy on the election.
The text portrays a divided group suffering internal ruin orchestrated by a force beyond politics. It warns that disorder is deliberate and destiny will enforce the decree, echoing the proverb about gods and madness.
In a sharp critique, Republicans are portrayed as rejecting Lincoln and denouncing Democrats as traitors. The piece notes lack of praise for Lincoln, cites alleged misconduct by Cameron, and mentions a call for a new 1864 convention in Cincinnati to nominate Wade and Davis to restore peace and Union integrity.
In New Hampshire the Governor and Legislature clash over a voting bill for soldiers. The Governor deemed the measure unconstitutional after consulting the Republican Supreme Court, and vetoed it. Lawmakers, angered by the veto and the ruling, adjourned amid disorder and protest.
Governor Wickliffe of Kentucky testified to a case of thirty five women dragged from their homes and imprisoned. He claimed newspapers were forbidden to publish the facts, and he published the details despite risk of arrest to denounce tyranny. He questioned support for an administration guilty of atrocious acts.
The Democracy pays tribute to the nation’s young men by nominating a President and Vice President from their ranks. It argues the country needs energy and capability in administration, qualities attributed to McClellan and Pendleton as representatives of gallant youths.
The Louisville Journal for the first time in its history endorses the Democratic ticket of Mc Clellan and Pendleton. It argues that bayonets alone will not save Lincoln in Kentucky.
The Washington Union notes a government printing controversy after a special congressional committee's report on the Treasury Note Printing Department and S. Clark. A counterfeit edition omits crucial evidence against Chick’s integrity, prompting calls for full explanation from the Public Printing superintendent.
The Newburyport Herald quotes Democratic papers claiming political shifts in their favor since Lincoln’s letter demanding abolition of slavery before peace. The piece notes the Republican sheet cites such statements as reflective of changing public sentiment.
A sharp quip from a newspaper column questions leadership and governance as the Times laments missing public figures and a degraded administration. The satire likens the government to fools feeding on nonsense and ties maritime prestige to neglect.
Eyewitness account from Chicago reports the Democratic Convention drawing up to a quarter of a million visitors, with overwhelming support for McClellan. The crowd chanted McClellan’s name, fireworks lit the night, and the city pulsed with unity and fervent patriotism, amid no riots or arrests.
A Civil War battle north of the James River near Deep Bottom involved misidentification of black troops by the Massachusetts Ninth New Hampshire and the ensuing friendly fire. The Seventh United States colored troops endured heavy pressure, charged, and suffered losses before the error was corrected, leaving many lives lost and a painful incident.
The passage critiques a Lincoln era song and discusses Democratic Party candidates. It notes the song’s association with the Democratic party and mentions figures related to Pendleton and Key. The tone hints at wartime patriotism debates and shifting power.
Compiled quotations from Gen McClellan and others urging preservation of the Union and restoration of federal authority. Includes dates and notices about conduct, rights of civilians, military discipline, and political unity. Notes guidance from Burnside Buell and Cameron, stressing loyalty to the nation over partisan aims.
An 19th century clipping combines a tale of so called walking leaves from Australia with a Maryland political letter. The insect leaflike walkers are described and a Democratic message from Maryland urges McClellan support and notes expected meetings on September 17.
The Richmond Whig assesses Ulysses Grant's seizure of the Weldon Railroad and fortifications as a major turn in the war. It foresees further flank moves toward the Danville road and Appomattox crossing, warns of high stakes by November, and argues Grant’s gains, though costly, bend the war toward a decisive outcome for the North.
A fragmentary historical list chronicles U S presidents and vice presidents from 1789 onward, noting winners, opponents, and occasional notes on election counts. The text includes candidates like Washington Adams Jefferson Madison Monroe Adams Jackson Van Buren Harrison Polk Taylor Pierce Buchanan Lincoln and others with scattered references to rivals and running mates.
A 1863 Washington dispatch notes President directed dismissals of officers for copperhead activity in New Hampshire units. It mentions Lincoln era letters and Republican concern over the draft and possible second term amid rising military tensions.
Reports from New Orleans papers describe widespread destruction of cotton below the city with gloomy prospects for many plantations. One Lafourche plantation of eight hundred acres is unlikely to yield fifty bales, while carbon-related deaths occur on several estates. Corn appears promising with large crops expected on some farms.
The rebel Congress reports on troops furnished by states since the start of the war. North Carolina South Carolina Virginia Kentucky Missouri are listed with a total around $98,000, a figure small beside Lincoln's call of two million.
A. Lincoln attorney at Springfield Indiana announces return by March 4 to resume legal work and other tasks on the original side. He notes advance fees and cites references including Stanton Raymond Butler and other contractors.
In Evansville Indiana a preacher notes many men who backed Lincoln in 1860 now refuse him in 1864. They await Chicago Convention nominees and discuss Fremont as an alternative. The piece says Lincoln is “dead cock in the pit” and will be worst beaten.
The Albany Statesman notes the Democratic nomination of Gen. McClellan as the strongest choice who could win a larger army vote. It argues Republican weakness could force Lincoln to withdraw or face a Democratic landslide, claiming Lincoln cannot unite the party and must be defeated.
NX correspondent from Franklin County Missouri recounts a young woman who, with only her hands, cleared half an acre of ground, did the cultivation work, and handled culling and hauling. She earned over $200 from the crop with likely around $40 from the remainder, probably surpassing $600 for the half acre.
A 19th century political note discusses Senator Pomery of Kansas Senator Sprague of Rhode Island and Representative Kasson of Town meeting to convene with the National Union Committee for the West to withdraw from the Presidential race Fremont pledged to back out and Chase or another candidate to be substituted Lincoln’s supporters promise a strong reaction among soldiers and voters toward the Democratic surge and the army’s sentiment toward Lincoln running again.
A 19th century political plea argues Lincoln's defeat will end war and conscription, while reelecting him would prolong conflict and raise taxes. The author urges all good men to vote against Lincoln to restore peace and avoid fields of carnage.
The Democratic State Convention met in the State House at Springfield. It elected temporary officers, formed committees on organization credentials and resolutions, approved the Chicago platform with McClellan Pendleton support, and on first ballot nominated J. C. Robinson for governor S. Corning Judd for lieutenant governor John Hise for auditor William A Turney for secretary of state John P. Brooks for superintendent of public instruction Alexander Starne for state treasurer James C. Allen for congressman at large. Incumbents Allen Brooks Starne were renominated by acclamation.
The Petersburg press praises Gen Whitfield and Gen Hill for seizing the Rebels breastworks at Reams, claiming over a thousand prisoners and nine artillery pieces captured. It argues Grant's Weldon Railroad advance worsens his position and prolongs the struggle, while attacking Northern press cheerleading and political distractions.
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