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Newspaper
Monroe Sentinel
Location
Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1862
Page
2
The dispatch argues Union and Confederate roles, claiming Arkansas remains under federal authority while rebel forces sweep toward final resistance. It foresees a naval blockade, widespread destruction of property, and severe shortages if rebels persist.
Union forces under Gen Woel and Gen Chase advance with 6000 men, seize Portsmouth after rebels burn a bridge over Farmer's Creek and retreat. Merrimac blown to prevent capture. Norfolk and surrounding areas reach federal hands as telegraph confirms city possession and planned McClellan movement.
Reports describe Gen McClellan relieving Gen Hooker at Williamsburgh after heavy fighting. Union forces led by Hancock charged with bayonets, routing rebels within their works. Casualties cited include about 700 Confederate dead and 300 killed with 400 wounded for the Union. Mention of West Point retreat, gunboat losses on York River, and selective actions at Sewell’s Point and New Orleans with damage to cotton and property.
Dispatches report Union forces forcing a surrender after Confederate gunboats were captured or destroyed following a clash at Fort Pillow. Four ironclads and ram galleys attacked, two rebels’ boats blown up and one sunk, then retreat under port guns as Federal control of the Mississippi is proclaimed. Corinth is being reinforced as Tyemont moves large corps into Tennessee.
The article notes actions by the President and Secretary Stanton regarding the attack on Sewall's Point from a favorable position, Col. Jennison in Washington asserting proof of secession proclivities, and the surrendering Congress adjournment from Richmond amid fear of capture. It mentions Mrs. J H L Burch of Chicago obtaining a divorce by mutual consent and the War Secretary planning uniformed, armed units for captured southern posts with Zouave dress. A Senate bill supports education for blacks in the District of Columbia, and the rebel capital’s temporary move to Danville, North Carolina.
A Wisconsin period piece argues the Rock River Canal Company never dug a shovel but sought lands for indemnity. It traces legislative blocks, state land transfers, and U.S. recognition delaying payments, claiming future damages against the state once claims are adjusted.
A stubborn dispute over an extra legislative session and tax measures unfolds. West faces censure over votes while Republicans push for actions against profligacy. The piece critiques swamp land bills, school funding, and taxation tied to railroad and plank road firms, noting court rulings and financial stakes for counties and holders of land tax certificates.
A report details the struggle to tax 1860 and 1861 laws amid constitutional questions. Court decisions impact rail taxes and revenue, with adjournment to May and a recess planned to prepare necessary bills. Opposition worries about revenue gaps and future collections during a period of legal doubt.
President Davis issues a call for Friday prayers across Confederate counties to seek divine aid against Union forces. The proclamation frames the war as a defense of constitutional freedom, denounces the enemy, and urges citizens to seek God’s protection and peace as battles continue.
The act requires county judges court commissioners and justices of the peace to file annual docket statements detailing actions where the county is liable for costs. Statements must be forwarded to the county board clerk by the first Monday of November, with itemized costs and outcomes. Penalties include loss of compensation for failure to file. act effective upon passage and publication.
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