Contemplation of Liberty and Slavery in Civil War discourse
A reflective piece traces the clash between emancipation and union, citing Lincoln and Wade, noting garbled Springfield exchanges, and framing the struggle as an irrepressible force and opposing power driving toward abolition. It laments slaveholders' role, foresees emancipation as inevitable, and extols liberty as an inalienable right.
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Romios
Piplis
Suarvdy
United States of North America
Abraham Lincoln
Springfield
Sinton
Lincoln
Oliver Johnton
White House
John
Ani
Grant
Lipento
Saward
Sumter
Dibery
Olivar Johnson
Parant
Destoy
Nogie
Wirowa
Atera
Ua Free
Rce
Mercy or mercy for rebels amid siege mercy debate
The piece argues for lenient treatment of the rebel forces while condemning their brutal acts. It cites Confederate actions and Northern responses, condemns butler and the Mississippi commentary, and discusses the moral dilemma of protecting property versus crushing the rebellion. It includes references to Jackson Mississippi, Memphis Appeal, and battles near Mechanicsville with reports on civilian and soldier suffering.
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Bildren
Hitler
Crescent City
Thas
Thwillenel
Butler
Elven
Jiax
Confederacy
Tur
Philadelphia Inquirer
Richmond
Nechalievitl
River battles and rail raids amid Civil War era rumors
The report traces Confederate successes and Union setbacks as river operations near Vicksburg enable steel-clad communication, while a damaging railroad skirmish north of here yields captures and casualties. It notes Memphis and New Orleans trade revival and growing Union loyalty as oath registries extend.
Fremont Leads Escort Toward Martinsburg in 1862
Headquarters Middletown Va June 28 1862 Gen Fremont with his personal star and an escort of cavalry left camp at eight o clock this morning. After visiting Gen Banks and Sige he dismissed most of his staff and with the rest rode on to Martinsburg. No opportunity for demonstration but general regret and indignation throughout the camp.
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Erie
Wight
Biiday
Richmond
McCall
McClean
Mense
Virginia Central Railroad
Reneuf
Mechanicsvilla
Duryea
Ant
Rees
Mia
Thay
Prapeie Meagher
Saul
Hookar
Kearney
Sumner
Porter
Hooker
Ayrea
Szys Ten Guna
de Paria
Jackson
Shenandoah
Seven Pines
Oomberg
Smith
Wahington
Jung
Middletown
Fremont
Banks
Sige
Martinsburgh
Final Passage of the Pacific Railroad Bill Celebrated
The final passage of the Pacific Railroad bill is hailed as a monumental achievement with government stock support and a forty mile wide corridor. The piece predicts immense growth for the nation and compares the event to heaven, noting dramatic international astonishment at U S power and forecasting Detroit’s rise as a key trade hub once the line is complete.
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Pacific Railroad
Darrit
Indies
London
Olina
Datroit Tribune
Ivinois Constitution Defeated in 19,409 to 35,218 Vote
The Ivinois ratification vote on the new constitution shows a decisive defeat with 35,218 against and 19,409 for, based on returns from all but 17 counties. The Chicago Journal notes near certainty of defeat and cites broader regional opposition, with implications for postwar governance and Southern conditions.
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Ivinois
Ives
Chicago Journal of Saturday Evening
Egypt
Fragmented 1862 revenue bill and navalarto details
The passage outlines a 1862 revenue bill with duties on imports, commissions for internal revenue agents, and Treasury depository rules. It notes thresholds of 600, 1000, and 10000 dollars for duties, exemptions for court-ordered sales, and phased implementation beginning August 1862. The piece also covers Richmond siege coverage with reports of increased Confederate energy and intense artillery and infantry actions near Petersburg, noting reinforcements and heightened attacks.
Fremont Resigns as General in Chief of Army
Washington dispatches report Major-General Fremont resigns and retires from the army after President appoints General Pope to command all troops in the Shenandoah Valley. Fremont's division remains under his command while Pope leads the consolidated army to oppose Stonewall Jackson.
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Washington
Fremont
Pope
Shenanioah
Fraimont
Banks
McDowell
Stonewall Jackson
Gen. Pope
Rebel Cannon Unearthed In Mississippi Cemetery Find
A letter from a son of Sheriff Gray recounts a Union prison camp find near Boonville Mississippi. A raw cavalry recruit uncovered a sixty four pound cannon and a 33 pounder while digging for secesh graves along the Tuscumbia River. Six heavy guns knives and swords were later recovered buried with head boards listing regiments. News notes praise Congress for passing the Tax and Pacific Railroad bills and anticipate tariff action.
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Gray
Illinois
Boonville
Miss
Tuscumbin River
Emancipation Debates and Civil Unrest Across New York
An account of a Lincoln era deputation urging emancipation, with Lincoln's reply on practical steps, followed by reports of Morris faction unrest near Great Salt Lake City. Writs, habeas corpus, and a siege lead to several deaths, imprisonments, and executions. Updates include mail service arrangements and the death of General Scott’s wife in Rome.
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Tor Banschitr
Convndia
Thomas Garett
Oliver Jbhuadn
Vaan
Gthan
Jon
New Yorke
Oliver Fohnaon
Alavary
Flo
Moana
Tabellions
Ichihow
Barnard
Lincoln
Strugle
Kinney
Morit
Tine Haring
Fuller
Morrig
Posae
Morris
Teaters
Savers
Clibberg
Hye
Tomburg, Brean
Liverpool
Europe
General Scott
Rome
Sik
Juve
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