Compromise and Conspiracy in 1861 Ohio Debate
A Jordanian-like critique storms the issue of compromise and a proposed constitutional convention. The piece argues that proslavery factions seek minority rule, paints England and Britain-backed treason as funding and support, and calls for unity ahead of the fall elections. It references Ohio Meigs County and Cincinnati papers, urging citizens to choose sides and resist disunion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohio
Meigs County
Douglas
Cain
Eratror
Circuit Court of the United States
Pomeroy
William
Lasher
Simon B. Chittemton
Walter
Hagel Et al
Fremonts Proclamation and the Union Cause Opinion
The piece lauds Fremont and allied leaders as they urge a Union war posture and refuse to pursue fugitive slaves. It argues for strengthened free states, rebuffs conservatism, and predicts revival of business with the war’s momentum, urging patience and economy. It also prints Judge McAboy on secession, declaring it a political heresy and inviting citizens to clear suspicions about reputations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cincinnati
Free States
Pen
McAboy
Resowe
Pomeroy
Beptory Te
Exlitor Telegraph
WM. McAboy
Expedition at Hatteras Inlet Captures 615 Prisoners
Washington reports a major success at Hatteras Inlet. Stringham says 615 prisoners surrendered after two days of bombardment by the fleet while Fort Hatteras fell. Officials note 2 forts captured, 25 cannon, 1,000 arms, and key officers among those taken.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hatteras Inlet
Washington
Secretary of the Navy
Wen
New York
Hampton
H. Stringham
Com. Stringham
Gen
Butler
Samuel Barron
U. 8S. N
Col. Martin
Major Andrews
Fort Hatteras
Barron
Martin
Andrews
U. S
Sam'l Barron
Sharp
Dr. Brown
U.S. N
Murdock
United States Navy
Proclamation of Martial Law in Missouri by General FreMont
A proclamation from the commanding general declares martial law across Missouri to suppress disorder and protect loyal citizens. The lines of occupation are set from Leavenworth to Cape Girardeau with executions by court martial for armed insurgents and confiscation of property of those aiding enemies. Slaves of rebels are declared free and railroad damage punished severely. The measure aims to unite military authority with civil law while preserving tribunals where possible. The general pledges vigilance for public welfare and seeks active citizen support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fremont
Missouri
Lows
Hesparvnrks
Westers Devawragsr
Loum
Faumay
Leavenworth
Jefferson City
Rolla
Trenton
Cape Girardeau
Mississippi River
United States
A Strong Appeal From Kentucky to Union Support
A Louisville appeal denounces secessionists in Kentucky urging loyal residents to resist invasion and uphold constitutional rights. The piece frames rebel plots, warns of martial consequences, and urges readiness against Confederate influence amid wartime unrest. Also notes War Department article condemning unauthorized military intelligence and changes to county fairs in Athens Ross and Washington Counties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louisville
Beery Ana of
Yute
Stete
Belcome
Kentucky
Holt Haa
Athens
Ross
Washington
Attachment notices against defendants in Meigs County
In Meigs County on August 251 1861 an attachment order for 100 dollars was issued by Justice PILCHER. Sutton August 28. Daniel Hefendant noted with a separate August 17 order for nineteen and eighteen cents. Abigail Gardner 1867 Hutland August.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
LM Gilmore
Meigs County
Meher
Watson
A.D
Actios
Pilcher
Ie Sutton
Sul
Daniel Hefendant
Abigail Gardner
Hutland
Kolas Stanbury
J.P
Bnti
Toy Ki
Sinpsan
Anguat
George Mei
Jacob Davis
Alvira Davis
Detober
Ohio
Ohio Company
Towit
Nori
Josiah Smith
Carr
Jacot’ Davis
Gorert. Stivers
J. P
Salisbury Township
H. Hl. Swallow
William Bowen
Swallow
Pomeroy
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Fdas
Epla
Folitiers
Union
Stomng
Trix
North
Day Bank
Journal of Commerce
News
West
Jeff. Davis
Jei
England
Pronide
Peach
Arnold
Benedict Arnold
Democratic Party
The
Cincinnati Enquirer
Cincinnati Lnquirer
Gazette
Commercial
Navy
Cameron
Wells
Chase
Commercial and Gazette
Lwe
Cameron and Wells
Gazettt
Enquirer
Luquirer
Jerusalem
Stark County
Democrat
Canton
BarThe
Union County
Jewett
South
Jeff
Davis
Lovejoy
Til
Congress
Banks
Dix
Held
Holt
Johnson
Dickinson
Treasury Department
Charles Hammond
John A. Wright
Secretary of
the Treasury
Treasury
Danville
United States Service
Camp Dick Robinson
Marc
Washington News
Washington, Ang
War Department
Ohio Commys Purchase
Abel Chase
Salt
Lyons
J. Lyons
Simegox & Lasney, Alty's
J. ¥. Smith
Henry
William Dileher
Henry Dileher
Henry Dilcier
Wotige
Nice
Mary E. Downing
Johan
Downing
Court of Common Pleas
Meigs
Daniel W. Jom Carty
John B. Downing
Mary &. Downing
Joan B. Downing
J. Canrwaiaur
State of
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Stysell
Jason Thomas
Wictian TH. Norton
Robert Wilson
JRE
Mt Pomeroy Rolling Mill
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Rae
Tracnens
Ench
Gieon Houw
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Suma
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Dre
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Lewill
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Mita
H. Fox
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Townsend
Mulls
Hurley
Guysolt
Rogulaely
John EF. Mavoy
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Rocney
Mier
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Clark
Clarke
Jamel di Ainc Ingenneca
Desideratin
Weldon
Hextow
Chester
Branch & Pavna
Rutland
Jobnanm
Tepper's Plains
J. Scuayeer
Stimersville
F. TE
RULES
Racine
N.C Walerr
Ilana
Te Reed
Pomotty
Weldon de Bestow
Chestert Abrasch & Paine
Jounson
Tuppee’s Plain
J. Schaffer
Boimoraville
St. ED
Bucke
Cheeseman
Sehleler
Cornelius L. Cheeseman
Chovaman
Pilla
Ohelosing
Hutchings
Prop
Cedar St
Mile
A. Serbaum
Middleport
Hbeg & Cob
Dees
Vail —Sy
W. N. Judson
Knight
Givson
Largo
Scott
Nesa Chester
M. Bosworth
Naylor's Run
Pomero
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