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Newspaper
Monroe Sentinel
Location
Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1861
Page
2
A mosaic of editorials and letters from The New Orleans Delta Lynchburg Virginian and others criticize Lincoln's administration and pledge loyalty to the Union. Reactions from London rattle monarchical fears as Confederate secessionists celebrate and Union treason is denounced amid reports of military mobilization and global commentary.
Dispatches describe a new Military Department of Virginia withFortress Monroe as HQ, forming 29 000 volunteers and 5 000 regulars for operations against Norfolk and Richmond. Heavy batteries reported along Creeks and Tow aisles, while plans for large steam transports in New York harbor aim to move forces to the Southern coast.
May reports from Washington and Baltimore detail rebel activity and diplomatic tremors. Confederate fears mount as gunpowder supplies and arms move through Baltimore. Union promotions and offers of service surface from Scotland. Tennessee Union visitors cite hopeful pro-Union sentiment despite dangers in Memphis and Paris.
In Baltimore in May 1864 Gen Butler asserts troops are to protect peace and laws not interfere. Sixth Massachusetts escorts Butler from Gillmore House to the Union headquarters at Federal Hill. Wagons carry seized arms. rumors of Virginia troops near Arlington. Crowd observations reflect mixed reactions and cautious calm amid ground movements.
The governor outlines the urgency of mobilizing troops and arming state forces to uphold the Union against rebellion. He notes voluntary enlistments, the need for organized regiments, and states that arms and uniforms must be provided, with the federal government funding field forces and the states assembling units ready for immediate service. He stresses preserving national unity, preventing secession, and the dangers of internal conflict across border states and western regions.
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