Raiders near Potomac strike at dawn
Telegraph reports a dawn raid by three cavalry brigades aimed to cover a main rebel column. Cattle herd moved from Bath Gozzin’s Point, with 200 prisoners taken. Union forces suffered 250 casualties, losses include horses and supplies. Rebels pursued toward Harrison’s Landing. reports claim large cattle losses and captured tents.
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Sedgwick
Wasitnetos
Herald
Washington
England
Chase
H. J. Raymond
York
Harrison's Landing
Hawkinsville
Jerusalem Phank
Kenta
District of Columbia
Telegraph Construction Corps
The Great Hesitator in Civil War Politics
A long critical discussion of General McClellan as a presidential candidate, labeling him indecisive and ill-suited for war leadership. The piece contrasts his perceived hesitations with calls to support a stronger Union strategy, citing past military actions and public sentiment. It also notes local fair results and electoral notes from Hancock County, along with references to Lincoln and McClellan within a broader political debate.
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Aris
New York
Maine
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HesirHy
Kim
Washington
Pope
Hut Lee
Chickahominy
Grant
Richmond
Uothing
George B. McClellan
United States
Boston Post
Boston Courier
Sheridan's Great Victory Recap in Shenandoah Valley
A fragmentary Civil War report claims Sheridan routed Confederate forces in the Shenandoah with 5000 prisoners and 10000 rebel losses. It notes early optimistic Washington coverage and hints at Confederate rail access to Richmond via Lynchburg, while speculating on Grant's next operations.
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Atlantic
New Orleans
Havana
de Washington
Dixie
Sheridan
Rhindes
D. Tetany
Conn & Upton
Mclntosh
Chapman
Sheraan
Shenandoah Valley
Early S Tiles
Washington
Stes
Tee
Richmond
Lynchburg
Enon
Peace democracy, McClellan, and Pendleton debate in party rift
The piece discusses factions within the Democratic party around McClellan and Pendleton, noting limited signs of major disruption and urging unity. It cites the Chicago platform, predicts broad Democratic support if McClellan pledges peace negotiations, and references editorial stances in New York papers. It also promotes subscriptions to the American Agriculturist and includes military draft notes from the Provost Marshal, detailing quota handling and substitutes.
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McClellan
McCtian
New York News
Fry
Low
Cieneral Ndexvous
The Fair Show and Fair Progress Report
The fair reports favorable progress with entries noted as thin on opening day. Thursday features stock examinations and events at Tistale Hall with a 2 PM Friday grand horse trial offering a $100 purse. Farm produce and sample exhibits appear satisfactory though overall numbers remain modest.
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Meeon
McClelltar
F Clellan
Speech of Mr. Soran at Lincoln campaign gathering
The text records a political meeting on September 1 in Philadelphia where Mr. Soran speaks for the Union cause, praising Lincoln era policies and arguing for draft volunteers and firm action to save the Union. It references McClellan, Sherman, and Portagot, and notes editors discuss pension business and magazine terms.
Correspondence from Orland Maine on Lincoln and union defense
The writer recalls early secession views, declares loyalty to the Union, supports Lincoln, and asserts no armistice with treason. He notes ongoing Civil War service, opposition to compromise with rebellion, and cites liberty or death. The letter is followed by Orland ladies' aid to soldiers and a list of officers and new commissions.
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Abraham Lincoln
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