19 Jan 1865
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Newspaper
Pomeroy Weekly Telegraph
Location
Pomeroy, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1865
Page
1
A chaotic compilation of archaic letters, oblique musings, and scattered anecdotes recounts war grimness, will disputes, and a Melbourne Times reflection on duty. It interleaves famine, imprisonment, and a tale of a will destroyed by a stove with broader grand claims about leaders, loyalties, and possible diplomatic alliances.
Washington reports detail Gen Hartridge operations in Confederate frontier actions with Gen Stoneman’s brigade. Units moved across Holston river, capturing wagons trains and prisoners, and engaging Vaughn near Zollicoffer. Gillem’s forces pursued and captured enemy artillery and a large wagon train. Kentucky’s Marie Harrison led mounted detachment to strike Virginia Railroad.
Reports from Savanoal describe a cautious stance by the Mergid ally as troops advance parts of the riverfront. Admiral Dahlgren moves to clear obstructions near Fort Jackson, aiming to open heavy-draft access. Merchants prepare Northward for old debts and markets while Charleston remains a focal point for future operations.
Fragmentary text lists Damascus and surrounding sites Tyre Sidon Palmyra Nineveh and Babylon as vanished or altered places. It recalls Damascus as a center of trade and sacred links from biblical times with references to Abraham, Mahomet, and ancient rivers. Mentions John Fitzpatrick and church figures in a speculative, antiquarian travel tone.
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