Washington Correspondence on Lincoln Fremont and War News
The writer discusses Lincoln and McClellan, Fremont's command, and concerns over generals, plus a severe recent storm in Alexandria and Washington. He weighs Port Royal as a likely Cotton Port objective for a fleet, and notes uncertainty about expedition destination while praising the Washington press for reliability.
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War rumors and political clashes amid Civil War tensions
The piece reviews conflicting reports on Lincoln's administration and war strategy, citing claims from the Times Herald and Tribune about removals and vigor in prosecution. It notes a conference among Senators, Bates and Chase's differing stances, a destructive fire, and wartime economic strain including high fuel prices and transportation bottlenecks.
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The Burning Well at Venango County
Rochester readers report a catastrophic oil well explosion in Venango County Pennsylvania. An oil gas jet fouled a boiler line igniting a massive fire as workers fled. Flames rose to 150 feet and four men were badly burned with one not expected to live. efforts to suppress the blaze continued.
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