24 Apr 1862
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Newspaper
Linn County Register
Location
Marion, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1862
Page
1
The office declares all future copies must be paid in advance to cover paper ink and bond costs, warning many names may be dropped for nonpayment. A list from Co A details killed wounded and missing, with further losses for Iowa Twelfth and Linn County Company D, naming officers and numerous privates.
The Dubuque Herald April 16 editorial declares the North provoked the war a lie and accuses partisans of treason. critics urge accountability for editor and readers who support such views. It notes upcoming state elections in October including Secretary and Treasurer roles and six congressmen, judges, and district prosecutors.
The piece argues the coming general election will shape state offices and a new apportionment. It condemns peace terms that favor the South, insists on loyal Republican candidates, and opposes any proslavery or “shoddy” arrangements. It warns the South would dictate terms if Democrats controlled North governments.
The writer praises Senator Grimes as manly and rejects attacks on the delegation. They promise to publish Grimes’ speech next week and affirm support for the Republican stance.
Special dispatch reports Gov Tarver of Wisconsin drowned near Savannah while transferring between boats. Rescue efforts failed as the river current dragged him away. a physician in the party also narrowly escaped drowning during the attempt. Several searched the water for the body. Beaurgard’s dispatch intercepted by Gen. Mitchell includes a Confederate confession on the Rebel cause in the West and Confederate military prospects.
Citizens of Jefferson county and nearby districts urge Congress to repeal the Fugitive Slave Law of 1850 as part of the compromised measures. The petition notes constitutional concerns and calls for widespread circulation in townships and schools to gather support against the law and its treatment of colored people.
A pro slavery defense is challenged with Biblical arguments and calls for Christian consistency. The speaker denounces slaveholding as a moral outrage, questions the defender’s faith, and argues Jesus would condemn sale of humans and support for slaveholders. References include Timothy and Bishop Barns.
Report of a dramatic Civil War engagement led by General Grint near Ma vion and Ma vicinity with about 75 000 troops. Buell lands reinforcements, drives the enemy back after long fighting as gunboats shell the flanks. Prisoners and 20 000 recruits mentioned.
From Pittsburg Tennessee a fragmentary report describes Civil War fighting around Corinth and nearby areas. Generals Halleck Grant and Sherman are cited with troop movements, casualties, and captured arms as weary, shell-raked ground witness to days of April conflict.
Senator Grimes denounces Halleck Order No 3, urging Congress to countermand it. He cites incidents of enslaved people aiding rebel forces and argues for a consistent policy on escaped slaves amid the Civil War. He questions authorities and warns against exploiting or abusing enslaved individuals in war.
A battlefield account describes pursuit after retreating forces, heavy casualties on both sides, and retreating troops delaying due to poor roads. Buell reportedly commands about 50 000 troops and reporters note several officers killed or wounded while prisoners are taken. Anamosa men and other regiments endure heavy fighting as the 14th and others suffer captures.
News forms report a chaotic stance around Shiloh era names for Pittsburg Landing and Pen Ridge. Bushwhackers in Western Kingin i are blamed for raids, with Wheeling district judges removed from duty and Gov Pierpoint consulting Gen Fremont on harsh quieting policy amid war turmoil.
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