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bad, with a little ground corn.The capitulation was caused by destitution and by physical prostration, hastened, perhaps, by the expectation that our forces would storm the place to-day. It is admitted by all that the rebels have made gallant defense, and the terms are understood to be a concession of Gen. Grant to their bravery, as well as great public economy.Vicksburg is much damaged by shells— hardly a house escaping. The reception of our troops was not unfavorable. Our soldiers treated their late enemy with great friendliness, both sides feeling a great relief from the severe hardship and suffering of the siege.Fifty steamers are at the landing, and the fourth of July has never been celebrated so strongly or so earnestly.General Pemberton denies the authorship of the speech attributed to him about holding out till the last dog was eaten.Yesterday and to-day all passed off with remarkable quiet and good feeling. The weather is fearfully hot Nineteen
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Saint Paul Weekly Pioneer and Democrat
Saint Paul, Minnesota, US
Fri, Jul 17, 1863
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