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Newspaper
Lancaster Gazette
Location
Lancaster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 13, 1865
Page
2
Descriptions from Paunawar about ongoing Civil War actions near Goldsboro Raleigh evacuation rumors, and conflicting reports of Union and Confederate movements. Also notes impromptu National Capital reactions, President Lincoln era speeches, and a heavy stream of political letters about court cases in Ohio and general postwar policy.
The article reports nationwide celebration over Lee’s surrender and Union victory, naming leaders and officials, noting heightened tensions and political figures reacting with mixed emotions, including warnings of Copperhead sentiment and calls for continued unity. It mentions Governor Barrow Crownlow, Tennessean legislature, and speculates on political repercussions.
The official correspondence from April reports the surrender of General Lee and the Army of Northern Virginia to General Grant. Letters from U.S. Grant and Confederate generals discuss terms of parole and exchange, with requests for interview locations and assurances on parole conditions. The documents, dated April 9, 1865, outline the process for the Army of Northern Virginia to lay down arms and return home.
Lieutenant O B Brandt describes eighteen months in Confederate prisons after capture at Chickamauga. He details removal to Richmond and Macon camps in harsh conditions, meager rations, vermin, exposure, and eventual transfer to Columbia and Wilmington areas, praising Union guards and criticizing rebel treatment. He recalls fear, deprivation, and reflections on war and peace.
A long-winded Civil War era letter details Union movements north of Petersburg and the surrender at Fort Fisher, including landings near Port Fisher, skirmishes with the Johnston forces, and prisoners of war. It mentions Major General Whiting and Colonel Tab, the Wilmington area, and the Weldon and Wilmington Railroad. Also included are brief notes on a 7 30 Loan subscription totals and an advertisement urging men to save money at Flying's Clothing Store.
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