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Newspaper
Fremont Journal
Location
Fremont, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1862
Page
10
The article critiques the Cameron resignation and government corruption, linking it to wartime scandals, army contractors, and a push for a Cameron replacement. It argues the president remains loyal and suggests the same political forces that angered Fremont and others drive the current resignations.
Soldier letters describe a lively camp scene with parade, food, and pride in a “glorious day” at Camp Chase. The writer notes a grand display, officer conduct, and a wary crowd, while rain and damp conditions mar the night. References to other posts, military movements, and local gossip give a snapshot of Civil War camp life.
Reports from Somerset Kentucky describe a sharp clash where Union General Thomas defeated Zolli cof fer and his forces. The rebel army abandoned cannons tents stores, with heavy Confederate losses and over 100 wounded or killed. Federal gains included cannons mules and wagons, boats burned, and a successful pursuit toward the Cumberland River.
General Halle reports Maj. Hubbard's cavalry engaged a rebel force of about 800 at Silver Crook on the 10th and routed them. Rebel losses estimated at 40 killed and 60 wounded. Union casualties were 6 killed and 9 wounded. Captured: 1160 horses, 60 wagons, 106 tents, 80 kegs of powder, 200 guns, and 6 prisoners.
New York reports state Sumter sunk by a U S gunboat off Cadiz on Jan 18, the Mountain Eagle arrives with word of the British steamer Gladiator carrying Mason and Slidell to Bermuda then to St Thomas for passage to England. Rumors claim Roanoke Island fell to rebels and Union detachments were captured or killed. smallpox rises in Washington with many soldiers ill. a House committee to probe government clerks promises a fierce report targeting Interior officials and Vallandigham praised by a Journal of Commerce correspondent. Cairo dispatches say Bloomfield expedition captured forty rebels. An article notes a Kansas governor race dispute and brutal Jayhawker violence. Port Royal Ferry burial of rebels, and a new naval expedition by Captain Porter’s mortar boats is being prepared in New York.
Col Garfielas forces routed Mareball in a bold bold campaign described as a complete rout of horse foot and dragoons. The Prestonburg town celebrated with stars and stripes flying as Garfield earned praise for bravery amid heavy odds in the face of opposing regimens. In Arkansas the journal reports the murder of Edmundson who exposed an abolition jayhawker organization. six masked gunmen killed him at his Isard County home prompting calls for vengeance.
The Mail reports rebels kidnapping free Black people in Southern Kentucky, transporting many to Memphis and Mississippi for sale into slavery. It cites Forrest’s regiment and a broader contraband trade in Hopkins, Christian, and nearby counties, with families taken South. The piece also notes Union resistance, spy-banker Smithson’s ties to the Methodist South influence, and Missouri exodus of slaves amid the Civil War.
Reports describe Allied forces advancing toward Vera Cruz with Spanish sentinels shot and French and English troops arriving. The American steamer Star bolw ferried guns and rockets, while Camptions note discontent over flags and delays. The Conqueror submarine ship is reported a total loss with crew reaching Nassau.
From Fortress Monroe reports say Ex President Tyler died after a brief illness in Richmond on Friday night. Dispatches from Wilmington note 43 Federal vessels at Hatteras with seven large steamers outside, more expected in Pamlico Sound. The Tribune denounces war news bans and urges reform inside Congress while detailing vast 1861 spending on stationery newspapers lithographing and printing across Senate and House, totaling about $2,000,000.
An act grants banks temporary authority to suspend specie payments and issue demand notes, amid a financial crisis. The governor may oversee the banks and the act remains in force until altered, with penalties for banks failing to observe the suspension.
The document outlines banking rules during suspension, allowing banks to circulate notes, receive other banks notes, and exchange in coin. It details penalties, duties of banks and treasuries, and the legal framework for accepting United States notes and bank notes, with dates and officials referenced.
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