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Newspaper
Marshall Statesman
Location
Marshall, Michigan, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1863
Page
2
A Civil War era call urges unity and action as the nation faces looming shocks. It declares that Republicans and patriots must rally, push with force, and trust divine aid. It notes government strength, growing resources, and widespread willingness to support the Union. The piece asserts the rebellion will be broken before autumn frost.
The copperheads claim slavery must be abolished and the South could withdraw from the government. They deem the Federal Government worthless unless it upholds unpaid labor and slavery. Daniel G. Dickinson, a lifelong Democrat, questions this heritage of human bondage and urges preservation of the Union. Governor Gamble and other officials are cited in a garbled political note.
From the 1st Reg Engineers and Mechanics near Mensavisaano Tennessee May 11. The letter lists multiple wounded and missing personnel by company with several killed and prisoners. Reinforcements expected. the writer describes river patrols, forested marching routes, and harsh destruction of timber and crops along Stone's River front to hinder enemy advances.
In a ragged wartime dispatch readers learn about graves near Frederickaburg possibly being plowed over, uncertain battle outcomes, and scarce provisions. The piece lists rations, prices for eggs, butter, apples, oranges, tea, and potatoes, plus sparse sick lists and brief casualty notes amid a broader military context.
A long dispatch details Union General Hooker’s cautious stance after being ordered to command the Army of the Potomac, Lincoln’s guidance to avoid rash moves, and a vivid incident illustrating prudence. Tangled telegrams report Confederate raids near Murfreesboro, Palmer’s force engagement, and ongoing campaigns around Tullahoma and Vicksburg with strategic implications for Charleston, East Tennessee, and Fortress Monroe.
From Vernon Kentucky May 15 Col Gilbert returns from a Cumberland River reconnaissance. Rebels avoid battle as forces march from London to Barboursville and up Poor Fork to Red River. Several rebels killed and about fifteen prisoners taken. civilians suffer theft and starvation. Morgan reportedly nearby with Wheeler and Forrest. Somerset and Monticello mentioned.
From Washington configuration Riggs and Co of New York told to quit premises they covet on property of Mr Corcoran a subscriber to the 290 as the government intends taking possession. The Marehal district seized real and personal property of several named individuals including a son in law of ex governor Wee Maj Wallach Ratcliff Hanna Coput Shields Clark and others. A few days ago a number of slaves escaped Botta attempted to defend the claim saying they were fired upon if they entered lines and could not be remanded to slavery.
Fragmentary OCR reads like a wartime bulletin listing General Grant's actions and tactical notes. The readable portions mention Washington May 18 and scattered military references. The text is garbled with many unreadable segments and mixed-in letters.
Tullahoma May 5 Gen Cooper and General Imperial General report on April 18 enemy forces from Corinth crossed Bear Creek with cavalry and two infantry brigades and ten artillery pieces. Col Roddy fought them, capturing over 100 men and one artillery piece, with losses and wounded. The enemy withdrew, regrouped, and engagements continued 19 20 21 22 and 93. On the night of the 19th, transports landed at Eastport and burned several plantations. Roddy engaged again on the 24th as the Union force held ground but fell back to tackle overwhelming numbers. The enemy advanced toward Decatur past Brown Creek on the 28th. Forrest identified a strong cavalry force under Col Straight heading toward Moulton and Blountsville. Furreats pursuit clashed at Driver's Gap and Sand Mountain, with heavy losses. Forrest Thompson is feared mortally wounded. On May 2 3 after five days of hard fighting, Forrest retook the field leaving 50 killed, 150 wounded. 50 wagons burned, 250 mules and 180 negroes freed. By May 2 4 near Gadeden to Tome, Streight and his entire command, about 1 600 strong with rifles and horses, were captured.
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