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Newspaper
Fremont Journal
Location
Fremont, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1862
Page
10
The article recounts a civil war era journal's pledge to report wartime incidents across sections, praising Ohio's growth from 1800 to 1860, with railroads canals and agriculture expanding. It highlights tax proposals, bank status, and the governor's stance on war taxes, emancipation, and confiscation, while urging continued subscription support.
The Governor's Message is summarized as too long for this week's paper. The piece discusses The Surrender of Zinson and Slidell to the British Government, viewed by the press as just and prudent, while a few loyalist papers oppose it and stir sentiment toward war with England to aid Southern independence.
The expedition against Mexico sees the allied fleet anchor off Vera Cruz before dawn in December, with the Spanish squadron taking San Juan de Ulúa while Mexican troops evacuate Vera Cruz the next day. The action aims to force payment of claims by Britain France and Spain, while hinting at possible division or subjugation of Mexico. The United States vows resistance to foreign interference as Mexicans prepare to defend inland areas.
Fragmentary report discusses ways to improve government finances and unity in England, urging adherence to laws, discipline of rebels, pirates, and traitors, and alignment with military and colonial forces. It mentions religious guidance and potential reforms under leadership names, highlighting wartime measures and public resolve.
The 26th Ohio reported burning rebel depots at Huntersville after driving off a commingled force. They destroyed 350 barrels of flour, 200 barrels of beef, 3,000 pounds of salt, and other supplies valued at 25 000 to 50 000 dollars, plus seized carbines and pistols. Major Webster’s command returned after a 104 mile march in good spirit with the flag over the courthouse. Gen Milroy’s expedition into Tucker county dispersed rebels and captured stores, while a detachment led by Col Dunning routed 2 000 rebels at Blue s Gap with 15 killed and several prisoners, though our side suffered no loss. There are unconfirmed reports of rebels retreating from Hancock.
Maryland reports from Williamsport describe detachments of the 13th Massachusetts and 1st Maryland engaging rebel forces on Tuesday. Burial of 29 enemies noted, with six wounded on our side. Other messages from Hancock, Fort Freemont and surrounding towns describe shelling, railroad and telegraph line damage, and movements of Gen Lander and Gen Jackson. A Richmond paper excerpt warns of army demoralization and high substitute prices. A powder mill near New Orleans exploded per a dispatch.
From Fort Monroe Fort Moxnox Jan 3 The steamship Geo Washington left Old Point at 11 AM and climbed James River nine miles above Newport News where the rebel steamer Northhampton met Union prisoners from Richmond who boarded under the flag’s protection. Cheerful men, bands played Home Sweet Home as the scene unfolded. The encounter occurred near the Potomac and a portion of the party remained aboard for release. Jan 4 The 18th Regiment New York Volunteers pressed toward the steamer Lilian for Key West.
Reports detail a General PFre Friday motion of a thousand troops toward Bowling Green, cannon at Columbus, and a river blockade with a chain and barges. Torpedoes planned at intervals and gold and silver vanishing from circulation. Union gun boats Lexington and Mohawk engaged in reconnaissance two miles from Columbia. Dispatch from Cape Girardeau notes captured Williams of Jeff Thompson's band. Port Metropolis surveyor seized drugs and gold intended for rebels.
From Port Royal and New York dispatches the Herald notes a British steamer Fingal attempting to force a blockade at Savannah Sound but blocked and driven off. A Spanish schooner burned after being chased near Cumberland Island with cargo taken. Union gunboats attacked rebel positions near Charleston as Gen Stevens advanced. A flag of truce allowed burial of rebel dead. The Vanderbilt carried cotton and Union forces, with Stevens taking possession of nearby batteries and preparing for reinforcements.
A Fort Stockton letter reports night marches and 7000 fedoras landing at Guaymas with plans to invade Texas via Chihuahua while Confederate units push toward Fort Davis. Other dispatches describe skirmishes near Port Royal Ferry, attacks on Evansport, Fort Pickens cannonading, and reports of Indian uprisings in the Cherokee country amid Confederate leadership updates.
An account from Col Cooper's camp describes a hard fought engagement on the 6th at Bushy Creek near Verdigria diver about 180 miles away. Texan forces under Col Simms and Col Drew repelled Choctaws and Cherokees, with loss and desertions noted, including Eli Smith shot as a deserter. Reinforcements are moving. reports from Col Waite and Col McIntosh indicate several units ordered to Cooper's aid amid fear of casualties.
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