The Civil War War Cry from Governor Tod
David Tod appeals to Ohio citizens in a July 15 address to sustain the Union, enforce Confederate suppression, and finance the war effort. He urges loyalty, constitutional support, and voluntary recruitment while praising Washington and exploring the right of government to compel defense if necessary.
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General Assembly
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David Tod
We Are Coming Father Abraham Three Hundred Thousand
A fragmented Civil War era account recalls a Detroit rally featuring General Cass, with distorted phrases echoing the Union cause. The text cites a rousing chant about summoning three hundred thousand troops, invoking Father Abraham and patriotic fervor to defend the government against secession.
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A Slaveholder's View of the War Reflects Slavery Line
A Cincinnati letter from July 15 1862 argues for arming slaves and moving them south to end the war, blaming Lincoln era policies and traitors, and urging a total war approach to preserve the Union. The writer claims slaveholders would fight for the cause and calls for massive mobilization of enslaved people as soldiers.
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War Remnants and Civil Rights in General Wallace Speech
Fragmented OCR recounts a speech by General Wallace and General Len Len discussing war conduct, emancipation, and enslaved people. It includes testimony about surrender, frontline casualties, and a Detroit-born applicant to the secretary, reflecting Civil War era tensions and issues of loyalty, property, and race.
Slave owner’s search on ship ends with refusal and escape
Governor Stanley’s permit allowed a master to search for his enslaved girl Henrietta aboard a vessel. Quartermaster Wim W Hutchings halted the search, declaring no authority to take her against her will as she wished to stay. The master fled, and Henrietta was saved from captivity amid bystander shouts. The item also notes French ironclad ships and political editorials from Nashville.
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