Calhoun County Official Majorities Report
The Marshall Statesman reports official majorities for Associate Justice on the Supreme Court and Circuit Judge, with footings for Regent of the University not yet complete. It notes Republican gains in Calhoun and other counties, cites Mayor results in Lansing and Ypsilanti, and highlights Republican successes in Kansas, Missouri, Indiana, Ohio, Maine, Connecticut, Rhode Island, and a looming Republican House majority led by Speaker elect Schuyler Colfax.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Supreme Court
Regenta
University
Nile
Seattie
J. W. Campbell
Ben
F. Graves
Calhoun County
Michigan
Jef. Davis
Blair
Stout
Campbell
Lansing
Ypsilanti
Treavenworth City
Kansas
St.Louis
Jefferson City
St. Joseph
Missouri
Indiana
Ohio
Maine
Connecticut
Buckingham
Congress
Copperhead Seymour
Rhody
House of Representatives
Schuyler Colfax
Debate Over Conscription Acts and Constitutional Authority
The article discusses Civil War conscription debates, arguing the President can draft militia under constitutional authority and federal law. It contrasts 1795 and 1862 statutes, notes state machinery use, and criticizes Copperhead opposition to the draft as unpatriotic. The piece cites Supreme Court affirmation and historical wartime measures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fogret
Phaes
Congress
Aranr
Democratis Party
United States
Supreme Court of the
France
Copperheads
Supreme
Circuit
Special Election for Mayor Called by Common Council
The Common Council ends to allow citizens to elect a new mayor on the 27th of the month. Supporters urge a prudent, capable candidate who will collaborate with the City Marshal. A caucus should be called and active efforts made to secure nomination and election of a good man.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Friends of the Union
Fragmentary 19th Century Letter Excerpt Reveals Racial Rhetoric
The readable lines show hostile sentiments toward Southern brethren and enslaved people, with distorted phrases suggesting a defense of slavery and a national motto justification. The text is fragmented and lacks clear context or consistent attribution.
Resignation of Pastor Rev W A McConkx in Marshall Church
March 30, 1868 at First Presbyterian Marshall meeting declares Rev W A McConkx unable to continue ministry. Session approves suspension of labor, expresses sorrow, and resolves salary action. A three member committee to call Presbytery to act on resignation is appointed. secretary to inform pastor and city papers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mansitach
Gkiarch
Marshall
Pukaunt
Ina Nase
J. M. Pangona
Mesera
Lacey
H. Brown
Sraona
McConkx
Christ
Jesus Christ
Arelsure-Of
Wo. A. McCorkle
Martin D. Strong
Charles C. Peasy
Charles T. Gorham
Ira Nash
J. M. Pansoss
Resolutions Passed at the Republics Canvas Apr 3 1868
Resolutions condemn secession and support government overthrows. Citizens pledge loyalty to the United States, oppose rebellion, and vow to oppose traitors at the polls. Men urge unity, oppose division, and affirm duty to suppress the rebellion until the nation is free.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bunkwéren
Abraham Lincoln
United States
Loyalist resolve amid treason and local notices
Fragmented report condemns treason and praises soldiers while urging restraint and loyalty. Mentions a publication to the Marshall and actions of A Collins and D R Surrey. Nearby notices advertise Janes W. Fri and L L Sarin opening groceries, and warnings that Republicans failed to vote due to notes being set.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dresa
Gus Watsheare
Marshall “Statesman
A. Collins
D. R. Surrey
Sevy
Fort Sumter Holes and Atlanta River Actions Reported
Washington notes describe damage from 60 hits on fortifications and 18 casualties with two killed. Monitors sail for Port Royal as Union forces move up the St Johns River to Palatka and Jacksonville. Rebel actions at Palatka and Jacksonville provoke shelling, with Union troops capturing positions and towns before retreating.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Avermark
Allen
Fort Sumter
Port Royal
Washington
Richmond
Charleston
Incomplete Flight Stages Amid Obstruction Incident
Fragmentary text notes a rapid approach of a river barrier and an attempted bird related maneuver, with references to obstruction and a near completion of a craft or event. Details are garbled but imply a failed attempt and imminent culmination of a project or sequence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Camis
Pase E Obstri
Gen Foster at Little Washington Amid Rebel Pressures
From North Carolina and Boston reports dated April reveal Gen Foster's precarious position at Little Washington. Rebel forces concentrate as Union gunboats Hunchback and Southfield engage batteries, and reinforcements struggle to reach him. Transport attempts fail amid rebel batteries, with Foster possibly holding for days awaiting aid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Passenges
Jude
Hinelina
Newburn
Foster
Little Washington
Southfield
Gen. Foster
Landreinforcimente
Washington
Hin
Newbern
Fair River
Nense
Foater
Bombardment of Charleston Described in Rebel Fire
From Washington dispatches the April 12 report details a Union fleet assault on Charleston dated the 7th. The gunboat Keokuk sank after heavy cannonading, and several ships ferried back as fire raged along Sumter and adjacent batteries. The action paused after Keokuk's collapse, with ships withdrawing under heavy fire.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Flambeau
Dupont
Epi
Flambesn
Charleston
Wenrawkey
Rodgers Passato
Drayton
Monvacx
Worden
Pararsen
Animen
Txoxsimes
Corner
Admiral Dupont
Star
Carsritt
Geo
Rody Nacoatcex
Caprt
Fartax
Nanaxr
Downs
Keoxax
Rhind
Min
Fort Sumter
Moultrie
Keokuk
Stek
Sumter
Rosecans Army Dispatches From Campaigns and Train Attacks
Reported dispatches detail Rosecrans forces clashing with rebels near Murfreesboro and Franklin. A Union train was attacked, passengers harmed, and trains burned with rebel prisoners taken. Casualties on both sides are described, with statements of prisoners en route to Louisville and ongoing skirmishes along routes through Nashville, Murfreesboro, and Lebanon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Nashville
Antioch
Ursin
Murfreesboro
Wharton
Soapital
Valises
Smaila
Priza
Rosecrans
van Dorn
Granger
Franklin
Aleir
Arebal
Panosville
Louisville
New Yorke
Richmond
Potowoao Event Detected At Local Market
Fragmentary OCR notes mention a Potowoao locale event with April timing and a person named Beermond. Details are unclear but indicate a local gathering or sale occurring in April at an outdoor market setting.
Michigan Tax Notice for Third District Collections 1868
Tax collectors in the Third District of Michigan announce due payments for September to February in 1888 within Calhoun Eaton Jackson Washtenaw and surrounding counties. Offices in Albion Marshall Charlotte Lansing Mason Washtenaw and other towns will collect taxes duties and licenses from specified dates, with 10 percent late penalties for unpaid amounts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Michigan
NPS
Burrowers
Coronen
Nove
Dikdenben
United Staien
Aaid
Drcoms Durand Payanle
Cahall
Calhoun County
Nevenue
Albion
Sheddan
Claretins
Lee
Marengo
Eckzford
Clarendon
Mumer
Tith
Saxcee Winwis
Hanking
J. C. Krink & Co
Marshall
Frink & Co
Bittle Creek
Battle Creek
Emmett
Painfield
Bedford
LeRoy
Athens
Authoxy Sena Nr
Fogam County
Brs Devision
City of
Lansing
Meridian
Willian
Town
Locke
Wheatheld
Aluiedon
Dell
Treenort Foster
Mason
Aurelius
Veray
Ingham
White UK
Stocktwidge
Bunkerhill
Lealie
Onondaga
Front
Theo
oHesay L
Beoghlyn
Columbia
Leoni
Déhrtecth
Aldrich
Parma
Springport
Concord
Pulaski
Z. Patterson
Graas Lake
Grane Lake
Waterloo
Asth
Aywil
Anninn Hein
Bin
Of.w
Salem
Saber
David Bloekmer
Saline
York
Showemnan
Ypsilanti
Ypaihimei
Augusta
Superior
Pittfield
Vienne Missixaron
IRA MAYHEW 1864 Collector in Albion April 1
News from Memphia and Young's Point reports skirmishes around Richmond Louisiana. Confederate withdrawal enabled McClernand to move on Lagrange and recapture it. An expedition under General Steele advances via Black Bayou with minor engagement and bridge burning. Grant requests exchange of two captured clergy, both released with a long overland trip to Vicksburg. Desert conditions and Greenbacks amid famine influence desire for Federal rule.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Caire
Dinduin Wa
Memphia
Young's Point
Memphis Bulletin
Ik Bae
McClarnand
Lagrange
Con. Steele
Black Bayou
Steele
Yazoo City
Vicksburg
Grant
Brigg
C. D. Pillsbury
Wincoosia
J. Coggeshall
Michigan
Braga
Sian
Greenbacke
Battle on the Peninsula and Yorktown Campaign Report
Washington notes Rebel movements on Yorktown and Suffolk with clashes near Yorktown foiled by General Keyes retreating toward Williamsburg. Rumors of fighting at Suffolk. scarce detail on participants or casualties emerges amid vigorous resistance preparations. Special Election announced to fill York vacancy following Mayor Pratt’s death. ballots to be cast April 27 with ward polling places designated in Marshall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Price
Haig
Cratahouse
Mater Mediva
Boundless
Marshall
Herndon House
Durdick Iouge
Coldwater
Mich
Jonesville
Washington
Yorktown
Suffolk
Keyes
Williamsburg
Balng Wade
Abner. Pratt
Tob Utd
Horn
Galle
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Calholin County
Board of Supervisors
M. Knickerbocker
Jehial Wisner
Pattla Creek City
C. Buckley
A. Dean
Edward White
Tohn C. Wilde
Burlington
H. C
Ker
Veberad, Abritwestt
Grovur W.pece
Man of Destiny
Tinos Gravas
Grover Tids
Eny
Qur Thenks
Howard Fot
Bopparheada
A. Mecoreur
Gor Janes W. Fri
Stewart’s Block
L. L. Sarin
Beed
J. R. Ferguson
Puch
Hlovide
John's River
Montgomay
Coargolina
Meiga
Watkina
Oranga Grove
Palatka
Ter Troopa
Watkine
Latte
Lisat
Col
Liberty Billings
Hanns
Montgomery
Adams
Jackeouville
Eighth Match
Dal
Huet
Jacksonville
North Carolina
Chattenoogs
Woodbury
McMinnville
Wek
Clarksville
Tann
Col. Boone
Woodward
Bevere
Co. Huons
Mobile
Tenn
10Th Michigan
Lavergne
Beaj
Wallace
Freeman Young
Wm. Jones
Frank Lack
George Barnlett
Potowoao
Hempi
Bretak
Eaton County
Charlotte
Eure Mayowx
Ira Mayhew
Clarence Price
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