18 Jun 1861
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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1861
Page
1
Reported actions unfold along Leesburgh and Seneca with a Virginia captain and two men killed. Western Virginia mobilizes Federal troops near Philippa as Rebel forces threaten expected attacks. Wheeling Convention proceedings noted, fortress news from Fortress Monrobol, and a Newport News skirmish with another Rebel raid anticipated.
A Washington dispatch reports on loyalty oaths in the Treasury and other departments, noting prompt allegiance by cooployes, suspected secessionists’ dismissals, and delays in fair patronage. It covers Maryland and Virginia tensions, fortifications, and Union troop movements, including Col Stone and Newport News activity, with focus on loyalty and enforcement actions.
On June 17 Avexanpaia reported strong reason to expect an attack from Valrfor. Military authorities remained alert and prepared to repel, but the threat subsided without incident. Defense measures were kept in place as a precaution.
Captain Kilpatrick and Col Townston are cited in a contested battle report. Isaac Catlin of Company H Third Regiment N.Y.S. Army recounts allied movements at Fort Dig Dethel, noting Col Townston’s bravery and urging publication of the account for verification. The letter places actions near a fortified position with Col Duarte’s Regiment supporting.
In a June 17 session at Corvention Mr Prezrost of Marim County gave a stormy speech supporting the mater of Mrs Domger of Mopon galla. An ordinance to reorganize the Financial Bdrea was reported for passage with 20 ayes and 30 absent, while the declaration of Didepenijesre was marked by a 56,1.e2.re tally.
A damaged register-like report from Lovisving details maneuvers and clashes near a bar area with Confederate troops totalling about 150. The text mentions ships Altambra Vagal and others, plus action at Gre Bethel and Bethel, with casualties and a dispatch from Bi huoai to the Dedia saga.
Puivapezpur on Monday June 17 describes Col Einster regiment moving and a Coad bers Surga Coal, Satya regiment later in the afternoon. The Boston Relivent in Baltimore reports the Tasten Firat Regine arriving at 2 oclock with demonstrations of riqatsh'y.
A damaged Rockfast Maryland report notes the Weene Four Regiment under Col Beary with 1 160 personnel in the sea of war. It mentions an event at 1 A M and hints at plans to proceed, with uncertain details about Port and Webster.
Monday June 17 marks the sixth anniversary of the Battle of Bunker Hill with flag ceremonies, salutes, bells, and speeches by Gov Ampaan. Crain’s 1000-strong regiment and Major Cona’s Light Artillery march to the monument, then to North Cambridge barracks, signaling wartime strength. Conn’s Battery and Stevanson’s Battalion parade on Boston Common before a large crowd.
Misread fragments describe a scene with wagons and an ambulance as veterans praise rapid firing and express enthusiasm, though the text is garbled and hard to parse. The readable bits hint at a military or parade context with strong audience approval.
A report from St. Louis on Monday June 17 notes Brigadier General Brack’s forceful entry into state service at Chilicoitbe and his capture by Colonel Carta’s volunteers while en route to St Joseph. General Riaca is expected to be moved to Fort Leavenworth.
Confederate Brigadier General G T Beauregard issues a proclamation from Camp Pickens urging citizens of Louisiana Mississippi and Texas to rally to the Confederate cause. He condemns Union invaders and calls for vigilant support while promising protection and obedience to Confederate authorities. The language frames warfare as honorable and urges civilians to assist with information and loyalty.
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