13 Feb 1862
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Newspaper
Oconto Pioneer
Location
Oconto, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1862
Page
1
An 1861 era narrative blends poetry and war reportage, recounting exile, liberty, and divine law as stars guide a warrior's path. It interlaces a patient hospital scene with moral exhortations, praising justice and piety amid Union and Confederate strains.
A lone sentry on a marsh line recalls night watch in a familiar glow. He hears a distant voice calling the countersign, arms at the ready, and wakes his mates as the patrol moves through silent chestnut trees seeking the mystic word for safe passage.
A collage of Civil War era notes and gossip including pro and anti slavery debate quotes, sensational phrasings, odd anecdotes, political maneuverings, and humorous asides. References to Gen Wool Mann, Kentucky Senator Davis, and editorials on recruitment, costumes, and morale appear alongside curious tales of séances and misquoted phrases.
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