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Newspaper

Monroe Sentinel

Location

Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America

Date

May 21, 1862

Page

2

Proclamation and War News Prompt Slavery Debate

The article discusses conservatives and rebel sympathizers opposing Congress measures to affect slavery, citing Gen Hunter's proclamation freeing slaves in certain states. It asserts Union sentiment is weak where slavery dominates, notes Civil War actions near Fredericksburg and New Orleans, and references McClellan, Halleck, and Sherman movements, with plans to pressure rebel archives and Arkansas.

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Fragmentary Civil War Dispatches and Prisoner Incident

Fragmented reports recount Confederate and Union troop movements after a battle, noting Halleck’s army losses, large casualty hospitalizations in the West and Potomac lines, and transfers to Pittsboro Landing. Brownlow defends Union, rejecting coercion and slavery expansion, while a rebel prisoner at Carp Radial was shot by a sentry last week.

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Rebel assault fends off near Hamburg in Civil War action

Report from the field describes a Union battery near Hamburg repelling a rebel offensive led by Pope. Mayhem, wounded and exhausted troops retreated behind strong positions, while ambushed bridges and hidden guns formed a poised, deadly defense as regiments held fast and urged a counterattack.

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Battle at West Port Sees Severe Fighting and Desertion Attempt

The report notes the Battle of West Port as more severe than first indicated, with two rebel regiments from Kentucky and Tennessee attempting to desert to the Union lines. Rebels were held, a mutiny followed, a strong Federal force moved to intervene, and sixty prisoners, mainly from the deserters, were taken. Border state troops reportedly wish to revert to former allegiance.

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Proclamation Declares Slavery Free in Three States

The document proclaims that Georgia, Florida, and South Carolina, part of the Confederacy, are under martial law and that slavery is declared forever ended in those states. Signed by Major General D. Hesven, commanding, dated April 23 in the rebel government text.

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From Teok's Army to Green County Citizens

A.G. Pures reports to Wisconsin readers from the 18th Wisconsin Infantry, praising Capt. Jackson and Lieut. Baynton, describing march toward Corinth May 6 7 and predicted battle as Beauregard’s forces brace for engagement, noting artillery strength and harsh forest conditions, with hope for forthcoming details of a glorious action.

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Conservative Congressmen Meet On Slavery Bill Fate

A Saturday gathering of Conservative Members of Congress discussed blocking further anti slavery action in the Capitol and expediting passage of Lovejoy's bill to prohibit slavery in all current and future U S territories. The text proposes that slavery or involuntary servitude in any form shall cease and be prohibited in all United States territories now existing or to be formed or acquired.

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Foreign News from Paris on Intervention and War End Plans

Paris reports claim ministers in Washington received identical instructions for a moral intervention to end the war, not a forceful one. Britain and France may press gradual emancipation of slaves in the South. Russell cites obstacles from Secretary Stanton as Gen. McClellan and staff express concern and support. The Times notes royal defences debate and Ireland hunger, while Mexico receives reinforcements. Stanley of California leaves for Washington to take a military governor post.

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Milling a Colorado Quartz Mill in the 19th Century

Nevana U1 describes early milling methods, detailing stamp batteries, ore feeding, sluicing, and amalgamation with quicksilver. He notes battery sizes from five to twenty stamps, water flow, and the shift from iron to wooden beds, plus economic woes from overextended mills and inexperienced operators in Bret district.

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Gold in pyrites changes fortunes at busy mills

Readers learn how iron pyrites once deemed worthless yielded gold as mills gradually shifted to processing tailings and crusts. The narrative details scarcity hardships in Denver area, price spikes for bread meat and flour, and a transported community facing hunger, weather delays, and emigration amid mining downturns.

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Remedies in Monroe Iron Country Advertised by Colonists

Fragmentary OCR describes a public notice endorsing a balsamic remedy with claims of vigor and healing power. Names like Tabor, Beauford, and Abbott appear among references to committees on constitution and by laws. The text warns readers of the remedy and urges consideration of related advertisements in autumn.

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