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Newspaper
Fremont Journal
Location
Fremont, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 29, 1861
Page
10
The piece discusses Wisconsin's late election results confirming GOP majorities for state offices, calls out Democratic claims, and details broader war updates. It mentions Fremont and Slidell, troop movements, press freedoms, and political tensions in Ohio and elsewhere, with varied Civil War items and international notes.
A New York newspaper quotes a Civil War era source claiming enslaved individuals aided three Union soldiers near Romney Virginia. The account says Brigadier General Kelley later handed the men to their alleged owner, prompting doubts about Kelley’s conduct and the overall accuracy of the report.
An article from the Louisville Journal notes Jobo Milliken formerly Paducah postmaster and a staunch Confederate supporter fled to Mayfield after Union occupation threats. It alleges he persecuted loyalists and on a Tuesday last week entered a home of two Union men, insulting them with vile language before a musket shot ended the confrontation.
A fragmentary confession from the N O Crescent cited by the Memphis Appeal references underestimation of Hessian forces at Lincoln and a distant vessel entering a port. The text mentions a voyage toward Mobile and another destination, but details are incomplete and unclear.
A New York Tribune correspondent reports Gen. Fromont remains in St Louis as orders from Washington were never delivered. The October 7 date was altered to October 24. McClellan sent telegrams Nov 2 and a letter Nov 3, implying he was unaware of the removal eleven days after the order. Meet in Western Virginia for statehood. Virginia convention opened with 37 counties represented and John Wall presiding. Mexico- Britain-Juarez realignments noted. Spain’s plans discussed. Thirteen rifled cannon arrive for the government. Gen Cass’s views on Mason and Slidell arrest cited. British vessels with arms feared. a large steamer signaled by three white legs flag signal.
A Civil War battle account confirms the death of Col. Croghan, famed for Fort Stephenson defense, during Floyd and Benham forces. Capt. Gardoer of Company F and Pvt. Sieg are noted for fighting bravely as Croghan’s rear guard is routed near a Hill area at dawn.
Nov 1861 letters describe Ohio 4th Regiment drill progress, hospital counts, and disqualified men sent home. Camp life notes include picket duty near Nolin, fever in hospital, improvised meals, and humor about Uncle Sam biscuits. References to Buell review, Suttler reforms, and a Yankee private in Company F.
A Civil War era despatch notes rapid Confederate advances after General Fremont's removal for incompetency. Springfield evacuated, Southern Missouri overrun, families flee as Rebels move toward Warsaw and Sedalia. Yet strong pursuit of fugitive slaves and orders to eject them marked by Halleck.
Edwin Croswell, longtime Albany Argus editor and Democracy organ, writes a strong letter to Hon. John Cochrane endorsing his recent knew apprech with emphasis. In a postscript he adds support from Hon. D. Dickinson. The piece notes a rising reforming current in politics as influential figures lead public opinion. The Washington Tribune cites reports of black troops in rebel service at Manassas and slave impressment increasing in rebel ranks.
Fort Monroe reports Fort Pickens engaged on Saturday with mixed accounts of breaches and bombardment. Navy Yard fire, Warrington burning, and reports of Niagara and Colorado actions near Pensacola. Rebel losses cited, Union forces heavy losses per some dispatches. Further reports from Beaufort and Norfolk describe fortifications, engagements, and reinforcements with varied outcomes.
In Ohio on November 22 1801 Quarter Master General Wheat announces a funding and supplies arrangement with U S Army Captain Frederick Myers to receive State stores and settle outstanding clothing and contract liabilities. The move aims to relieve state property, ensure prompt payments, and maintain government duties while preserving ordnance interests and relations with the General Government.
A Lexington report from Jeryvenson Cire on November 18 urges the government to enforce the law there. Civil officers are said to be aligned with rebellion, law is suspended, houses burn, and thieves run free. Troops are demanded to restore order as the town sits on the main route to Prigo's army. Rebels reportedly control mills foundry and bank finances. Union supporters fear action if changes do not occur soon.
Camp Nov 23 gunboat Lexington to St Louis with two new gun boats ready for armament. Crews from 500 marines arriving, floating batteries expected. Camp Holt Bird's Point barracks built. Paducah quiet. Mayfield secessionist Judge Milliken killed in political quarrel. Key West letter says privateer Beauregard captured. Adalaide schooner bound to Savannah. Guerrilla warfare rising in Western Virginia. rebels organized bands causing plunder and horse losses. Wheeling Intelligencer notes guerrilla bands forming after western setbacks.
A catalog excerpt lists items such as AXI w ROSIN PUTTY RED LEAD CHROMES TAR OIL CLOTH WHIPS BRUSHES D CAGES PAINTS HUBS among other tools and materials, indicating a broader sale of equipment. The fragment suggests a general hardware and painting supply collection featured in a local notice.
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