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Newspaper
Marshall Statesman
Location
Marshall, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1863
Page
2
A speaker extols educated labor, railways, canals, and industry as progress for American society. He denounces slaveholders, frames the Kansas struggle and national rebellion as a clash of free versus slave labor, and vows unity and justice for the republic.
From Fortress Monroe on October 6 a dispatch says Maj. Gen. Halleck reports the expedition led by George Wistar to disrupt guerilla bands and Confederate boat crews in Mathawa has largely achieved its aims. Four rebel naval officers thirty five enlisted men twenty five cattle and livestock moved to Confederate lines. Lee’s forces retreating toward Pichuend with a portion of troops sent toward Vembres Leaky before Chattanooga. Weather favorable and roads in good order.
As we go to press the Ohio and Pennsylvania results favor the Union with Gov. Curtin re‑elected and Union gains noted. Copperhead sentiment wanes as Dayton and surrounding counties tilt toward the war effort amid reports of large troop mobilization and proscription against Vallandigham.
A draft order looms in Calhoun County with a 302 man quota due by the 24th enforcing the law, while volunteers are urged to fill vacancies to avoid compulsory drafts. Michigan’s State Fair at Kalamazoo is praised, and Marshall’s agricultural prominence noted as county fairs rebound. curious fragments mention a political coalition and concerns over broader wartime implications.
General Sickles faces the Washington Department choice as to accept or lead Third Army Corps. Rosscarns claims ease in Ohio, while Sherman’s wound at Port Hudson sidelines him in Newport. The Raleigh Standard is revived after being burned for anti-Jett Davis views. Rumors swirl about Stephens heading to Paris for emancipation talks. California may secede to join Mexico. Maximilian to crown party, Britain to ignore Polish claims. Meade’s and Hooker’s reinforcements move toward Rosecrans near Chattanooga. long march follows within ninety miles.
A report details a premier exhibition featuring items from Greenoughs and others with praised displays of jewelry, watches, machinery, and photographic works. premium recommendations highlight Grover & Maker machines, Singer and Chamber items, and several domestic inventions, with awards pending for notable entries.
From New York the Mercury reports high tides clearing Charleston harbor obstructions while Gen Gillmore reinforces and nears possession of James Island. A Sumter night attack is implied and Charleston blockades with eight Union steamers continue. In Louisiana Lieut Earl of the 4th Wisconsin leads forty cavalry from Baton Rouge toward the Comite River, capturing fourteen, including Col Hunter and Capt Perry. Gen Logan is near the Mississippi, 2,500 men and artillery moving toward Liberty, Miss. Dartmouth President Dr Smith remains pro-slavery in stance, preaching support for emancipation.
A sensational ancient beauty article extols a mysterious lotion that promises sun lifting effects and flawless skin. It claims effects on texture and tone, praising a product claimed to be essential for every woman.
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