War News Reports Rebel Entrenchments Abandoned Near Washington
Washington updates Sept 20 and 29 describe Union detachments under Richardson Key Wadsworth Franklin Terry and Smith occupying Munson Falls Church Upton's Hill and Moonen Murray's Hills after Rebel evacuation. Casualties occur as confusion erupts from friendly fire near Chain Bridge. Rebels retreat toward Leesburg Pooleville and Acquia Creek as Union forces consolidate positions along the Washington line.
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Chain Bride
Col. Owen
Trish Philadelphia
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Hull Run
The Patterson Campaign Exposed as Costly War Policy
Washington correspondents report Gen Patterson's Virginia campaign cost the government about 10 million dollars with the result only the return of twenty fugitive slaves. The piece argues the expense shows fidelity to slavery, aiding rebels, and imposes war costs to preserve political consistency.
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Political Rumors and Expounder in Early War Debates
The Marshall Statesman critiques Expounder plans and cabinet deliberations as threats to the Union during the Civil War era. It cites dissatisfaction with Fremont and Mulligan, calls for removals, and mocks the President crew, warning of dissolution if action fails. The piece uses sharp, period-voice satire.
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Calhoun County County Fair Opens With Large Cattle Show
The Calhoun County Agricultural Society announces its fair to be held October 6 and 10 with a notably large display of cattle and horses. Fruits and fancy articles will also be shown. A new building for official business and a new Floral Hall wing enhance exhibitor facilities. Col Innes Regiment of Pusioers will camp, and on the final day Prof Sines of Albion will speak as a Regimental flag is presented, followed by a grand review by the Governor and staff.
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Public criticism of Secretary of War Cameron debated
A historical critique defends Simon Cameron against broad charges of corruption and incompetence. It argues his integrity is questioned by rumor rather than proof, notes the immense wartime duties he faced, and cites a committee finding no foundation for accusations while acknowledging some errors in office.
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Committee On Military Affairs
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Charity
War talk and Kentucky politics in Civil War era
A heated exchange on war logistics and national loyalty discusses Gen Butler and Dickinson defending the Republic against secession. It critiques Kentucky treason, praises strong Union stance, and contrasts Northern restraint with Southern provocation, noting mass support for a Fast Day and Western ignorance in Eastern papers.
City council minutes report fire and reservoir work
The City Council discussed repairs to the lower Kalatinsdo Fridge and a new reservoir project. Aldermen Spalding Baker Kingstbury Johnson and others debated contract terms, costs around 885, and whether a second reservoir could be built, with motions to authorize the contract and fund allocations.
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City Council Proceedings under Disorder and Deliberation
Fragmentary notes show Aldermen Bennedict Baker Johnson and others debating ordinances, contracts, and office creation. Key points include appointing city officers, contesting wills against the city, and authorizing the attorney to draft forms and vouchers for accounts.
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