Exemption Rules in Draft Law During 1862 War
In Michigan and U S law as draft approaches, exemptions apply to clergy, judges, legislators, prison staff, state and county officers, and rescuers in public institutions. U S exemptions include Vice President, Congress members and officers, post and stage workers, ferry workers, shipyard and rail workers, and others per state laws. Adjutant General lists medical disabilities, and the War Secretary notes that those voting and physically competent may be liable. aliens with residence ties may gain or lose eligibility. Firemen are not exempt. Congress urged volunteers with exemptions tied to service and residence.
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Armistice cries and polemic on constitutionalism in Free Press
The text rails at a Free Press call for a thirty day armistice and a political trial of leaders while urging adherence to the U S Constitution. It quotes the Preamble and laments party interpretations, urging unity and support for the government without entering current debates.
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Beamang
Free Press
Democratic Party
Vallandigham
United States
United States of America
Canada
Avery
Cairo
Memphia
Suldivra
War fever grips Lansana as volunteers march to Jackson
Lansing correspondence notes Aug 23 reports high spirits and resolve to crush rebellion. Citizens fund bounty for troops while critics mocked. local officials and lawyers join the volunteer ranks. Public farewell at the State House accompanied by praise and jeers for draft evaders.
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Horoushly
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Green
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Canadi
Detroit
Brama
Sile Spykes LeiThit Draft Tale From Detrite War
A wartime diary style missive from Sile Spike details a brutal scene of meat and fear, cruelty and ritual, referencing a Detrite draft, Canadian actions, and public resistance. The piece frames moral outrage, appeals, and the looming draft amid a harsh wartime regime.
Women Scholarships for Bookkeeping Aid War Effort
Albion August 18 letters urge patriotic women to replace men in civilian roles as they go to war. The writer proposes scholarships at Albion Commercial College for women to learn bookkeeping and counting-room duties so men can serve, and notes muster rolls from Camp Jackson and local regimental information amid war coverage.
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Advertiser and Tribuny
Wousen Ag
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Caur Jackson
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Draft and census order for Michigan 1862 war effort
General orders from the Military Department of Michigan dated August 25, 1862 outline the draft implementation and census procedures. It specifies counting residents, compiling lists by township, and assigning quotas based on new Union calls. Instructions include timing for sending blank forms to county clerks, exemptions, and the need for rapid mobilization to support the Union effort.
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Military Department
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Vitor
United State
Anie
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Reginnia
Newspaper subscriptions and town notices text
A fragmented 19th century newspaper collage notes subscription rules for papers and notices about clerical changes. It mentions a pastor changing duties and a college term start, plus recruiting for a regiment, pay issues, and a local camp meeting in August. The text is noisy but preserves names like Col. Innes and Lieut. J. W. McCuariby and references Jackson and Marengo.
Calhoun County General Election and Amendments Notice
Public notice lists election details for Calhoun County including districts, townships, and appointed county officers. It calls for a general election and constitutional amendments, with dates, positions, and required actions to be taken by voters and officials. It also mentions a sheriff and official summons related to a 1862 court sale in Marshall Township.
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Cangery
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Proclamation for New Enrollment and Draft in Michigan
Gov Blair proclaims a new enrollment to draft militia members aged eighteen to forty five. Assessors in all townships are ordered to conduct census returns, with county clerks supplying forms and supervising to ensure complete returns. Commissioners to oversee drafting and exemptions are appointed. penalties apply for neglect.
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