Peace and the War Over Slavery Ideology
A political letter argues the Civil War arises from Democratic shift on slavery and popular sovereignty. It asserts Congress must regulate territories to prohibit slavery, and warns that squatter sovereignty risks destruction of the Union. The author predicts unity only if parties adopt pro freedom Congress policy.
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Democratic Party
Republican Party
Congress
Parti
Dred Scott
Fathers of the Republic
Union
Powder Train Detention Near Marion Iowa in 1861
Local reports describe the capture of a powder train near Cedar Rapids on the Marengo road. Four wagon loads of blasting powder bound for the South were seized after citizens pursued and intercepted them, returning the cargo to Marion for safekeeping. The firm Laflin Smith Co was identified as the powder supplier, with Governor Samual Kingwood cited in a signed document requesting passage. Authorities in Iowa City and Washington, including Capt Gray and Adjutant Gen Bowen, were informed, and no licenses were granted for the transport.
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United States
Mississippi
Thie
Pike’s Pink
Smyth
Cal. I. M. Preston
Wisconsin
St. Louis
Solsewhere
Mhrstial Hoxie
Laftin, Smith, & Co
Lora
Cedar Rapida
Marengo Road
Marion
Shere
Vitus Turck
Salomon Turck
Laflin, Smith & Co
Samuel J. Kixwood
Iowa
Dr. Vaque
Des.’Moines
Council Blutts
Omaha
Nebraska
Gray
Marion Yards
Iowa City
Raine
Maib
L Bowen
Noither
Griy
War Department
Washington City
Bratiog
Balin
Jongery
Dubuque
Powder seizure and loyal citizens confront Missouri treason
Citizens claim possession of powder, sending it to Marshal Hoxie in Des Moines for authorities to decide. Laflin Smith & Co. allegedly sold powder to Rebels. officials seized powder in St. Louis. Editorials praise local action against treason and warn gunpowder dealers.
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Benn
United States
David Carskaddon
Hoxie
Des Moines
Missouri
Laflin, Smith & Co
Gov. Kirkwood
Gov. K
Fight in Western Virginia Report Details McClellan Troops
Cincinnati dispatches dated June 3 describe a sharp fight in Western Virginia. Two columns from Gen. McClellan’s command under Cal. Kelly and Co. Crittendan clash near Philippi and rout a 2,000-strong Rebel force, with fifteeн killed and supplies seized. Col. Kelly reportedly mortally wounded but may recover.
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Cincinnati
Virginia
Philippa
Kelly
Troops Concentrate Down River as Secessionists Weaken
Reports indicate movement down the river from Usiro with rapid troop concentrations. Memphis contains about 2,600 Secessionist soldiers while 1,000 Arkansas men are positioned on the opposite bank.
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Usiro
Memphis
Stephen A. Douglas Dies After Prolonged Illness
The death of Stephen A. Douglas ends a long career marked by a controversial but influential political life. Born April 28, 1818 in Brandon Vermont, he rose from a cabin maker’s apprentice to Attorney General of Illinois and a key national figure.
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Stephen A. Douglas
Nebraska
Chicago Tribune
Horn
Brandon
Rutland County
Vermont
Stevie A
Middlebury
Ife
Granger
Ontario Co
New York
Stephen
Canandaigua
Cleveland
Cincinnati
Louisville
St. Louis
Jacksonville
Iinois
Winchester
Scott County
Morgan County
Douglas
Robert
West Penn
War and Peace Reflections in Linn County Megister 1861
A critique of home statements in the Linn County Megister May 26 1861 argues war is a necessary evil amid civil strife but condemns false peace and unrighteous decrees. It cites slavery fugitive law and threatens divine judgment on a nation turning despot.
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Breall
C. Cy Gillispie
D.D
Slavery Debate and Moral Reflections by Alt. C
A critical letter denounces pro slavery writings as trash and mocks D D ministers while urging support for the Union. It cites biblical justice, condemns oppression, and calls Missouri’s conduct and national policy to align with God’s plan for liberty.
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Orleans
LinenIn
Carnee
D. V
Texas
Mexico
United States
Vandyke D. D
Brooklyn
Missouri
God
Thomas Jefferson
Free States
Naval duel at Acquia Creek and prison of war report
First Lieut. Cash reports the Freeborn and Pawnee batteried by Confederate guns at Acquia Creek on Saturday. The Freeborn took six shots with one wheel damaged and a beam cut as the enemy fired rifled cannon. The Pawnee endured five shots but caused good effect despite a misfire. Rebels set fire to the railroad depot and wharf as their lines faded.
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Wasutxeron
Homas M. Cash
Acquia Creek
Freeborn
Pawnee
Yankee
Annacosta
Reliance
Cash
Butler Breaks Court Protocol in Boston Habeas Corpus Hearing
Major-Gen. Benjamin Butler disrupts a Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court session by challenging Chief Justice Shaw over a habeas corpus issue. Butler demands immediate hearing for his client, defends personal liberty, and sways the crowded court with references to the Massachusetts Constitution.
Dragoons Rescued After Capture Near Fairfax Court House
Reports from near Fairfax Court House say two dragoons missing from Camp NY unit were captured by rebels and to be hanged. They were freed by a company riding to the scene at daylight and returned to camp. One prisoner, son of the late Major Washington, took oath. four others refused and were detained. Philadelphia has enlisted 16,300 men across twenty regiments, nearing New York.
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Batre Dam Court Mauve
Wasuixarox
Marfax Court-hlouse
28Th
New York Regiment
Campiny
Airfax Court House
Court House
Meany
Washington
Aring Ufo
United States
Philadelphia
New York
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