Turbulent wartime dispatches from March eleventh week
From Marshall Statesman letters and reports describe Civil War skirmishes near Winchester and Leesburg. Capt. Coles Maryland Cavalry engagement and losses near Ashiley’s site are noted. Telegraph lines to Fortress Monroe Cape Charles extend, with cable repairs and Monitor victory context.
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Cheelestown
Maroh
Coles
Co. Ff
Marryland
Banker Hill
Winchester
Ashiley
Cape Cola
Mathieu
Cape Oule
Ariwtaint Wilkin
Willinen
Jackson
Cole
Leesburg
Manassas
Cape Charles
8. C. Bishop
New York City
Cape Henry
Max, Bishop
Samlay P. ML
Monitor
Market and Exchange Day Opens for Calhoun County
The Calhoun County Agricultural Society plans a second annual Market and Exchange to unite farmers and mechanics. April 1st is set for stock and tool sales and trades at a central fair, with hopes it becomes a permanent, beneficial gathering for the county.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Calhoun County Agricultural Society
Thia Vair
Rebellion Dispatches from Washington March Six
A Washington dispatch reports a reconnaissance by the Pennsylvania 68th in front of Union pickets was met by about forty hidden rebels. Capt. Chapman and Lieut. Lyle were killed, two privates wounded, one mortally. Rebel strength around Centreville and along the Potomac is outlined, with notes on veteran furloughs and troops returning home, plus local naval actions near Acquia Creek and Breenton Point.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sen.Yong
Tritme
Washington
Pennsylvania 68d
Heintzelfan
Oreogium
Chapman
Lieut
Lyle
Siate
Centreville
Potomac
Gall
Leesburg
Briutaville
Manussua
Jackson
Banks
Winchester
South Carolina
Tennessee
Lewisiana
Sue Herail
Island Belle
Acquia Creek
Evansport
Budd's Ferry
Virginia
Breentone Point
Norrie
Rogers
Lading
Wleigh
War News from New York Area and Rebel Movements
Encamped near New York City are nearly 7,000 troops as reports circulate of Rebel forces advancing east of the Cumberland. Rumors claim Floyd killed in a clash, while General Lander and General Shiels successions are noted. Senate committee moves to extend mail rules. Indiana Governor Morton seeks to re equip Fort Denison prisoners. cotton distribution and Confederate reliance analyzed. Baltimore and Ohio Railroad progress and gaps near Harper’s Ferry noted.
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New York City
Konicky
Cimberland
Nantof
Bert Donelson
Heroaerw
Mund City
Paducah
Oairo
Cininnati
Floyd
Sone
bin Thle
Fort Denelada
Nashville
Miia
Orlawna
London Times
Lander
Shiels Sueededshy
Ged. Lander
PagePaw
Vaewioia
Senate Post Office Committee
House
Morton
Indiana
Fort Denilson
Indianapolis
Congress
Baltimore and 0) Railroad Company
Gee
Bapsork
Harper's Ferry
Victory at Southwest clashes reported by McClellan dispatch
An official dispatch to Major General McClellan from March 10 describes three days of heavy fighting with a Confederate force under Van Dorn McCulloch Price and McIntosh yielding a glorious Union victory. Union casualties are estimated around 1000 while enemy losses are larger with many prisoners. Union cavalry pursue the retreating Confederates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Loure
McClellan
Waehinaron
Army of the Southwest
Geneal Curtis
van Dorn
McCulloch
Price
J. W. Tannkex
Cen
Big Naval Fight Reports Merrimac and Union Vessels
The Merrimac engaged Cumberland and Congress near Sewell's Point, sank the Cumberland, and burned the Congress while battle raged with Monitor. Reports describe heavy exchange with Fort Morgan, Newport News batteries, and the simultaneous action of Minnesota, James Island, Jamestown, Yorktown, and other ships. The Monitor arrived at night to aid Minnesota, firing on the Merrimac as it fought until noon. Merrimac eventually retreated or sank, with further dispatches noting Minnesota’s escape and ongoing pursuit toward Norfolk.
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Cumberland
Congress
Monitor
Merrimac
Leesburgh
Cockpit Point
St. Lawrence
Roanoke
Iquitla
Tames River
Yorktown
Jaimesinwin
James River
Newport News
Cumburlaink
Gumberland
Jaamestown
Jamestown
Feg
Merrimad
Newport
Ducussity
Mosxon
Minnesota
Eijshe
Livut
Chietf
Steinere
Wasutxoron
McClean
Wool
Nleo
Norfolk
Lee Hox
Wortleg
Convictor
Brisk Union Cavalry Actions Mentioned at Norfolk
A Civil War summary notes Michigan Cavalry detachment performing well as rebels retreat from Manassas toward stronger positions. It mentions captives taken, bank and public buildings seized, and speculation on whether Lee will move toward Harper's Ferry or cross the Potomac. The piece stresses strategic points and potential Union advances or retreats.
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Manasana
Burnaide
Norfolk
Buell
Tennessee
Furmier
Nashville
Mithar
Matinsgas
Richwood
Jeff
Davin
Hardihead
Potomac
Harper's Ferry
Free States
Evacuation Report From Latrers Manassis Front
Telegraph news reports Latras Manassis evacuated by rebel forces and now occupied, with lines indicating Enion truvpin as the new control point. Conflicting spellings suggest garbled wartime dispatches.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mannanas
Enion Truvpin
Fire at the State Prison sparks extensive damage
A blaze at the State Prison in Jackson Michigan occurred at noon while convicts dined, destroying shops three and four and much equipment. Authorities suspect incendiary origin. Losses range from 30,000 to 250,000 with partial insurance, and several large engines and machinery were ruined. Nearby rail depot fire claimed Friday night. Detroit and Milwaukee line baggage loss noted. Public instruction institutes planned for March, offering five-day sessions with free tuition for teachers. A lantern lamp chimney prevention tip circulated. A Michigan coal mine near Lansing yielded seventy five tons weekly. Washington Territory sessional plants and Olympia vs Vancouver arrangements mentioned. Snow caused fatal and injurious crashes in Pittsfield, Berkshire County. Tax schedule for various goods outlined.
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Jackson, Mich
City Council Proceedings and Finances of the Era
The Connell council meets with roll call noting absentees and reports. The Recorder presents the cemetery report and a correction on lumber amounts for Madison Street. several bills are introduced and referred to committees. Resolutions include publishing the annual report and enforcing licenses for unlicensed houses and gaming venues.
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Connell
Tinta Bary
Kesey
Anes
Ali
Beriéilict
Fontenon
Spauilding
Alddolinson
Madison Street Bower
Benedict
Killean
John Sulver
John Carver
Kingabury
Common Council
John Carver Waring
W. Nolan
Moumphrey
Cyens A. Spencer
Shanling Geavel
Cmmneil
Ald Baker
Marehat
Couneil
Coynell
Ald
Johnson
D&u
Southern planters weigh ruin of cotton and tobacco crops
In Richmound a Southern group discussed destroying crops as Union efforts shift away from cotton and tobacco. A shipment heading to Chicago carried bed quilts pillows and medical supplies for soldiers. A box from Sperry's Society reached hospitals with bandages gowns and socks. Captain Dickey and Dendis Company named in relief efforts as a drama association plans a Wednesday event.
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Lise
Richmound
Ue Union
Ios Ara
Bumtary Conmutipice
Chicago
Dickey
Pra Mittens
Dendis
Probate Court Proceedings in Calhoun County Michigan
Fragmentary OCR shows Calhoun County Michigan probate matter before Judge Martin B D Strong. Proceedings held at the Probate Office in Marshall with a reference to a Monday March 10 date and a guardian or party named AL occasion onf the Pro- Date Court for the Culsity of Cutten.
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Mighigan
Calhoun
Cutten
Marghall
Martin BD
Strong
Probuya
Marshall Pride
Ainly
Wagtit
Frathy
Pritain
Heard B. Doty
Laibar
Mal Colines
Waly
Saloma
Wissow
Anid Denna
Tiiwt
Hsia
Nates
Uitutrauid
Tata
van Deuthan
Marshal Fiateaman
Cullen
Aera Wanky
Eaipy Todaay
BTS
Aw Lle Sedge
Probinta
Rodath Orber
Ayty
Guanty
Marshall
Sisty Tee
Martin D. Strong
Sidney Walker
Lateef Kekford
Eid Wointy
Daly Mene
Harries Walker
Widcy
Anit
Theranpan Jo
Ben O'elock
Muralindl
Mirela
State OF Michigan
Tadieial
Lee Chanerry
County of Math
Fy Chanepey
Marsiall
Dee
Phew
Ald
Ushiz
Dee Wee Powell
Ermsplalattt
Exon
Leitentent
Joseph Bo Beel
Josepl Mable
Martha Mabley
Synuel
Caterdanta Stanr
Emory J. Crickeyston
O. Crittenton
Shis
Nin Af TC
Fivngenaid
Atik Ordared Hatthe
Tony
Qwonty
Bavdiy
Warther
Gwesty
Alice
Marshall Siateunin
Oba
Culhouna
Ava Acaden
Crotal
Cranty
Cate
Fyroury
Hista
D. Stang
Meal
Eogaaty al Cale
Avian Vrewigus
Borsta Trapacor
Sel
TB Martin DR. Strong
Pratee Es
Relief Food Repairs Reported Across Townships and Districts
A fragmented OCR listing shows repair and supply personnel for the Family Volunteer Relief Fund across multiple townships including Marengo Rekfonl Marehutl Fredonia and Newwa. Names such as J.B. Snyder Guan Th per B2N0 Athens Jehind Wisner Wy and W.S. Southworth appear with scattered figures and dates.
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Vulgoleer
Vainor'k
Tikascake
Ory Marshall
Umawits
Fuad
Apt
Marcel
Clorenne
J.B
Athens
Jehind
Wisner
Hedlernd
UW. Harmon
Barcel Creek
Toy
Budingeos
Lend
Pennucht
Brown
Fru Geroy
P Ganth
Lee
de Tabor
Alarendan
Win Cole
Homer
Ti Fuerte Spakdings Ao
Tekonska
W.s.southworthd
A Meader
Joseph Berry
Allison
Stavidan
Wilde
Creek
Marstudt
Kingstury
Jntward
H. M. Dixon
Marengo
Rekfonl
Marehutl
Fredonia
Newwa
Dodae
Trausucur
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Marshall Statesman
Wedacaday
Mareh
Bras Spike
Detroit
Wategrat
Beauva Beauregard
Mitch
Federal
Bern
JS. Louis
Hardin
McNary
Tennesse
Gwine
Columbus
Col. Buford
Bna
Tourseille
Northern Porte
Nashvill
THE
Rebellion
Michigan Cavalry
New York
Detroit and Milwaukee Railroad
Gratul Rapila
Superintendent of Public Instructions
Hias
Witit Saraune
Pat Paw Paw
Cusaonotis
Ewull
Breagino
Lane Cumisnys
Manila
Lansing
Michigan
Enya
Washington Territory
Imbrueglio
Beret Islature
Olympia
Vancouver
Pittsfiall
Musas
Sydney Wright
Mise Polly Barnes
H.W
Inbbard
Wim. Olds
Ruth Taylor
Berkshire County Eagle
Associated Press
Apotheciies
Kentucky
Cincinnati
Ohio
Massachusetts Tod
Erivo
Meédhail Eporitana
de. White
Abdarvad
Bharshad Post
Wester St
Coldwater - Bellveac
Tosciax
Wedbesday
Turd
Lewes
Marshall Price
PS Hines
Timthy Lee
Denal
Eleacore
Dramato Association
Preomonia
Starydays Wines
Crap Granger
Cairo
Macy
Gorge R. Logina
Grand Rapids
Milton M
Shanger
Commerce
Walworth Co
Wisconsin
Rune Heneaferth
Nash
Phily H. Budlong
Clarissa Budlong
Marahall
Seylign
Michigant
Detud
Murdhall
Sidney ‘Thomas
Cheall Court
Alvin
Miner
Swill
Awoint
Eisay
Dr. V. Clarence Price
Prigotius
Hs DR
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