03 Apr 1862
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Newspaper
Linn County Register
Location
Marion, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 1862
Page
1
In April 1862 a Confederate observer notes isolation from news and rumors of fights. Reports mention Chicago dates and a large battle expected in Tennessee with about 75,000 men on each side. The reference implies ongoing Civil War activity and distant fronts.
The O R M R Co and allies spread word of danger from a resumption act and lobby Des Moines to gain more time to meet contracts. Marion and Lyons supporters sign petitions hoping for an extended deadline. Agents claim Cedar Rapids to Marion could be built in 80 days if land grants held, yet critics call it bad policy and a public lobby for delays.
The Dubuque Herald denounces certain Democrats as Shoddy politicians for joining the Union movement last fall. It notes the paper has four agents at Marion, labeled Shoddy by its own standard, who supported Union last fall yet now back secessionist aid and circulation of the Herald.
The Daveque Herald argues for opening negotiations with seceded states citing Lincoln era aims. It seeks recognition of separate statehood and urges editors in Marion to approve or disapprove the treasonous doctrine publically.
The piece foresees a major clash at Corinth, Mississippi, near the Mobile and Ohio and Memphis and Charleston railroads, with Grant’s forces at Pittsburg Landing and Beauregard commanding 60 000 to 70 000 rebels. It lists key generals on both sides and argues a Union victory could yield Memphis and strategic river control.
A contemporaneous note discusses the Mississippi journey of Foote’s fleet and presents a distance table from St. Louis onward. It also recounts an eyewitness scene with Mrs. Polk and General Buell during Civil War era talks on southern independence and union loyalty amid Fairfax County reorganizing efforts.
The writer condemns pro slavery Democrats for enacting bans on anti slavery speech and disfranchising abolition supporters in Kentucky. He cites historical shifts, urges light over darkness, laments mob actions against anti slavery meetings, and warns of a revived pro slavery party entrenched in government.
The Davenport Gazette endorses General Sigel’s confirmation as Major General of volunteers. It lauds his battlefield conduct at Carthage Missouri and Pea Ridge Arkansas, noting his masterly retreat, minimal losses, and superior artillery leadership. It calls his merit deserving of a post matching his achievements and abilities.
An Elizabeth City report recalls Captain J C Chaplin and a quarter gunner who steadied a blaze in the gunboat Valley City during a duel with two Rebel boats. A shell breached a powder barrel in the magazine and sparks risked ignition. The gunner sat on the open barrel to shield the powder while Chaplin, entering the magazine, doused the fire with water and oversaw the defiant fight. Their courage stands as a bright war memory.
The speech argues slavery is a moral wrong and urges abolition in the District of Columbia. He defends Northern soldiers and warns against Southern intimidation while denouncing Border State politicians for opposing the measure. He recalls attacks on Union troops and calls for strong action to preserve the Union.
The passage records heated Senate discussion over abolitionist action and future Republican plans. It notes remarks about a slaveholding lady and references to amendments by Mr. Shuly bury and Mr. Pomeroy, including proposals for how to settle accounts between masters and slaves.
A Richmond correspondent vents public concern over Confederate morale amid high water and light gunboats. The piece recalls heroism at the Cumberland and Norfolk actions, notes men who perished embracing guns, and honors John Garrison on his 90th birthday with family at his table.
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