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Newspaper
Marshall Statesman
Location
Marshall, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1863
Page
2
A speaker rebukes Storey and Vallandigham, praises Ulysses S. Grant and Northern troops, and declares abolitionist labels honorific for patriotism. He cites General Orrant’s victories and insists true love of country and flag justifies abolitionist praise, urging unity and endurance.
A fragmentary OCR style passage hints at a discussion of justice and power with disjointed phrases about risk, control, honor, and leadership. The text remains unreadable and does not present concrete facts, dates, or named entities.
A fragment from a 1863 column attacks copperheads and Democrats, praising emancipation and Union war aims while predicting slave liberation and federal service. It mocks Confederate rhetoric, denounces pacifist presses, and foresees political backlash if President Lincoln recants the emancipation policy. The piece mocks Southern “chivalry” and laments war-time divisions.
A fragmentary account describes the left wing of the rebel army allied with Gov. Seymour and the New York mob suffering a defeat. The text laments copperhead influence, calls for harsher action against alleged abolitionists, and warns of violent measures. It critiques federal enforcement and predicts grim reckoning for copperhead leaders.
Fragmentary historic remarks discuss Wilkinson and Burr era actions, questioning duty of officers to exceed law under extreme circumstances. The dialogue highlights tension between strict citizen obedience and necessary preservation of country, reflecting debates on lawful authority and civil liberty.
The article urges all physically able men to answer the government’s call and avoid exemptions. It appeals to wealthier men to go instead of paying to avoid service, stressing the moral weight and patriotic example of those who join. Clergymen and teachers are told to serve if able, framing the crisis as near its end and referencing Revolutionary-era sacrifices.
The Free Press quotes Guske Eaters urging Africans in Africa to worship green snakes and questions why enslaved people in the sunny South would be denied that worship. It mocks Peck as philanthropic yet unable to bear the idea of black worship of green snakes, railing at southern barbism and oversensitive nerves.
A Civil War correspondent from the Twenty-Fifth Regiment, 2d Division, 23d Army Corps reports orders to march west, expect the 23rd to rejoin from Louisville and the 20th Kentucky to relieve them. He notes officers facing transfers, limited baggage, and preparations for active campaign as Union troops move toward Tennessee. He praises brave comrades and hopes the campaign will be the last major fight, while expressing loyalty to Michigan soldiers and a wish to see Old Tennessee.
From Washington August 17 reports say Meade’s left flank maneuver by rebels proved an abortive cavalry raid on Dumfries. Meade remains ready for emergencies and Lea is not expected to launch a new offensive soon. Advices from Charleston through Friday note no general assault on Sumter and Wagner. Farragut’s batteries press Fort Sumter as Union forces aim to drive the rebels from Charleston harbor.
The Milroy Courts of Inquiry met today as General Ilroy was examined and presented a detailed statement of reasons for his retreat from Winchester. He offered his official report as evidence.
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