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Newspaper
Pomeroy Weekly Telegraph
Location
Pomeroy, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1862
Page
2
The Cincinnati crowd at a public lecture turned riotous as whisky fueled disorder near the Opera House. Authorities and the Mayor faced criticism for alleged sympathy with rebel elements, while citizens warned of threats to safety and property if lawlessness continues. A Boston reformer, Wendell Phillips, spoke to raise funds for Gen. McClellan’s cause amid the unrest.
Report on a secret Democratic caucus led by Vallandigham and Carlisle of Virginia held in Washington a few days ago. The gathering, kept from the public, exposed lack of unanimous support for leadership by some members. Further revelations promised as suspected members face potential exclusion once the party line is settled. The British Parliament telegraph summary notes only nineteen of five hundred embargo evasions are well founded amid secessionist opposition to Gregory's plans.
Ohio Senate denounces rebel officers in Columbus wearing uniforms and paroled to roam the city while rebel prisoners at Camp Chase employ former slaves as servants. The governor claims no authority, prompting a demand for Washington to modify policy and restore lawful order. The General Assembly adopts resolutions protesting the situation and forwarding them to national leaders.
A Civil War era column condemns John Bell for prophesying Union overthrow and aiding the Confederacy after Nashville’s fall. It notes his flight, alleged sedition, and intemperate conduct, then shifts to Gen. W. A. Richardson declining a brigadier post with honor, urging future honors for proven soldiers.
A March 30 1862 appeal urges Meigs County women to support the U. S. Sanitary Commission through the Cincinnati branch. The piece recalls hospitals in the south and hospitals at Point Pleasant Gallipolis and Guyandotte where soldiers need care. It calls for united female patriotism and self sacrifice to deliver aid to wounded soldiers and their families.
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