Contraband of War and the Civil War’s Moral Battle
A Northern reader column argues the Civil War will abolish slavery or split the South. It defends Union policies toward contraband Africans, condemns Southern brutality, and urges free status for escaped slaves while urging decisive action against slavery. The piece cites Fort Sumter, Gen Butler, and the need to face the slave question.
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Congress
Butler
Union
Fort Sumter
South
Our Disaster at Bull's Run and Calls for Courage
The piece blames those in charge for a disastrous and disgraceful battle at Bull's Run. It cites hungry and thirsty soldiers unfit for a prolonged fight, notes some officers fled, and urges a cool, conquering response to avert eternal disgrace.
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Bull’s Run
Lucius ’Triger
Trempealeau County Agricultural Society Adjourns Meeting
Notice describes adjourned Trempealeau County Agricultural Society meeting due to harvest rush. Emphasis on fair arrangements, fair grounds at Trempealeau, fair committee distribution, and improving county harmony between Trempealeau and Galesville. Mentions speed trial course and purse for winners.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Trempealeau Co. Agricultural Society
Trempesleau
Galesville
Trempealeau County Agricultural Society Update
The note expresses hope that the Trempealeau County Agricultural Society will prove a success, signaling anticipation for a local rural event or venture. The fragment implies community support and potential organizational activity in a regional agricultural context.
Wisconsin Fairwell Dress Improves Harmer’s Appearance
The Wisconsin Harmer has received a new dress which greatly improves its appearance. It is ably edited, handsomely printed and promptly issued. Address J. W. Hoyt & Co. Madison Wis. Terms $1 per annum.
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Wisconsin Fairwell
Wisconsin Harmer
J. W. Hoyt & Co
Madison Wis
Shower refreshes air after warm spell
After several intensely warm days a Wednesday morning shower cooled the air and left it invigorating.
The Zouaves Their History and Characteristics
An overview of Zouaves origins in Algiers under Marshal Bugeau, their light, desert adapted dress and superior agility. They distinguished themselves in the Crimea and Russian campaigns, renowned for marksmanship, fearless endurance, and pivotal roles in sieges like the Malakoff.
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Marshal Bugeau
Algiers
Bugeau
Crimea
Citadel
Malakoff
Zouave Infantry Ideal and Americanization of War Tactics
The article lauds the Zouave light infantry as Napoleon’s refined concept, praising rapid bayonet actions and the Chicago Zouaves as a public exemplar. It notes Ellsworth’s death intensifying interest in the Americanized Zouave system, mentions Col. McQuade’s Zouave unit, and extols the new school of military science as shaping American defense, likening its chivalric figure to Bayard and praising its dedication.
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Napoleon
America
Europe
Iisworth
New York
Hardee
Scott
Ellsworth
Bayard
Byron
Noprunnei
Catat
Wasiyaton
Rebels Retire After Stand at Manassas Junction
Report describes Confederate retreat toward Manassas Junction as Union forces moved toward Centerville. Rebel wagon train led the withdrawal with infantry following, suggesting the Confederate victory was misread, and no sustained pursuit followed the withdrawal.
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Fresine
Manassas Junction
Centerville
Manassas
Slaves flee to Federal lines as advance nears Virginia border
As of John A. Washington, enslaved people have escaped to Union positions and remain under Federal protection. They claim most enslaved residents along the Virginia border will be moved south this week due to advancing Federal troops.
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John A. Washington
Virginia
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Dan Hale
Arat Yncortion
Trempealeauu Co. Agricultural Society
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