Democratic convention names candidates in Cedar Rapids district
The Cedar Rapids district held a Democratic convention nominating T. J. Dudley for Judge and Edmonson for prosecuting attorney. The Muscatine Courier attacks a proposed extra session to allow soldier voting as political maneuver. The Canton City Register notes war mobilization and press suspensions amid Honolulu and volunteer draft chatter.
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T. J.dudley
Edmonson
Muscatine
W. E
Miller MN
Isbell
Conklin NH
Isbell Hinving
Republican Party
Twang J. Allen
J. S. Stasy
Reynolds
Town City
Board of Education
Arrest and treason talk sparks wartime editor crackdown
The Dubuque Herald editor TD Mahoney was arrested by order of the War Secretary and likely sent toward Fort Lafayette. The paper’s tone is condemned as treasonous for undermining enlistments and aiding the rebellion, with the piece asserting only government action can safeguard the Union and liberty.
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TD. A. Mahoney
Dubuque
Ferald
Constitution
Union
Mahoney
Vallandigham
G. W. Jones
Jef. Davis
Price Named Republican Candidate for Congress in District
The editorial endorses Hiram Price as the Republican candidate, noting he is the preferred second choice after Judge Smyth. It lauds Price as a strong speaker and firm in supporting the Union, opposing enemy plots, and argues for using colored troops if necessary. It hints voters will hear Price’s full views before the election.
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Price
Lina
Mr. Price
Daivenport Azeéle
Meana
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Mechi Nan movement ends with evacuation of Harrison's Landing
The account describes McClellan's orderly withdrawal from Harrison's Landing as Union forces sailed to Acquid Creek and Fort Monroe. Porter's corps led the overland march, tents struck, stores evacuated, contrabands moved by boat, and sick moved to steamers. The piece notes public shift toward emancipation as a national aim.
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N. Y. Tribune
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Army of the Potomac
Harrison's Landing
McCall
Acquin Creek
Fort Monroe
Porter
Morrison
Oftossil
Bargigo
Unitary Commission
Long Wharf
McClellan
New York
Presentation of a Stand of Colors to the Soldiers of the Union
Massachusetts women express gratitude and honor for the Towa Volunteers at Pea Ridge. The document, dated Boston July 10 1862, commends their camp Union service from September through March 1862 and praises their endurance and sacrifices for the Union.
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Union
Pea Ridge
Massachusetts
Camp Union
Boston
Stand of Colors Gift Reflections From Massachusetts Daughters
A ceremonial address details a Stand of Colors presented by Massachusetts women to Union troops, praising the regiment for valor at Elkhorn Tavern and the march to battle on March 7-8, 1862, honoring fallen soldiers and the unity of the Union. It notes gratitude from home and the resolve to uphold liberty for all oppressed peoples amid Civil War conflict.
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Handa
Cline
Helena
Ark
Price and Butler compete for Congress in Iowa convention
The Second Congressional District convention in De Witt Clinton County Aug 18 chose temporary officers and a credential committee. Price led informal ballots, Butler and Smyth trailed, then Price emerged as unanimous nominee after multiple ballots. The report also notes a Cedar County judicial convention and naval action details from New York Aug 18.
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Mr. Price
Jacob Butler
Wm. Smmyth
Ohio Democrat for Congress Arrested for Sedition Speech
The Ohio 12th District Democratic candidate faced treasonous remarks during a July speech in Fairfield County. He urged resistance to the President and hinted at blood at the ballot box, alleging abolitionists’ aims and warning of civil war. He was arrested after the pattern of inflammatory rhetoric and threats became evident.
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Ohio
Vallandigham
Aame
Secretary of War
Gore Wyckliffe
Mairfield
Fimes
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