Campaign and war updates across nations and states
The dispatch covers Vermont election progress and Republican gains, a Lincoln Monument Association meeting in Springfield with uncertain final plans, Arkansas disturbances ending with Gov Claytons arrival, Unionists resisting rebels, and South American updates on Paraguay. It notes U.S. customs retrenchment under the Treasury, potential connections to Grant, France and Prussia tensions, Napoleon fears, and Spain’s Queen Isabella seeking Rome occupation if European war erupts. Reports on McClellan and Radical factions critique rebel voting accusations amid Civil War aftermath and local unrest in various communities.
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Macly
McCieling
Senu Cleene
Tyuiney Scrald
Mettellan
Seymour
Blair
Lincoln
Mec Cleliati
Herald
McClellan
Bis
Demgyardts
National Lincoln Monument Meeting and Cork Prisoner Relief
Report covers a meeting of the National Lincoln Monument Association and notes Cork city council passing a unanimous resolution regarding the release or relief of Fenian prisoners amid broader unrest. Includes references to naval appointments, construction contracts, and disturbances in Arkansas with Unionist actions.
War rumors and European tensions grip France and Prussia
Notices from August speak of possible conflict in Europe as Prussia appears ready for war yet favors peace, while Austria and Russia demand peace. Reports describe France’s mobilization, liberal unrest in Paris, and growing arms expenditures, with political maneuvering around Empress Eugenie and ministerial decisions.
Session-Reduction at Dilstona and Cadet Engineer Reforms
The report notes September session reductions in Dilstona and describes Navy Cadet Engineer petitions to the Secretary of the Navy. It mentions a possible trip by the President, and Congress ordered changes affecting the Academy. It also cites large customs-house expense cuts since July and issues with fraudulent salaries and favoritism in appointments.
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Tur
Secretary of the Treasury
New York Custom House
Johnson
Gen. Grant
Washington
Mnessee
Fires Ravage Northern Woods and Outlying Villages
Terrific fires sweep the woods near Bell Ewart and Sunnidale along the Northern railway. Sunnidale station and about 25 to 30 houses burn, the rail line partially destroyed but later repaired allowing trains to run. Other villages on the route face imminent danger as woods remain afire. Ottawa reports Lord Mioncke may stay as Governor General. a peer against Whelan is said to have disappeared after crossing the river at Cogdenburg.
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Toronto
Bell,Ewart
Sunnidale
Northern Railway
Ottawa
Lord Moncke
England
Whelan
Qogdenburg
Disturbances in Arkansas Restored by Unionists Victory
In Little Rock on August 31 Governor Clayton returned from Lewisburg to report quiet restored after insurrection threats. Rebels broke up court with armed force and attacked Union men, who formed a 100-strong force in a cotton field. Several Unionists were shot or reported missing as Sheriff and 300 officials dispersed the insurgents.
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Little Rock
Arkansas
Clayton
Lewisburg
Tebbels
Four Men Drugged and Robbed in Chicago Case
W J Davis of Cheyenne was drugged in a State street saloon and robbed of a valuable gold watch. Anna Watson, an unfortunate, attempted suicide by jumping into the river but was saved by a policeman. Jas B Phelps, linked to a Union Stock Yards distillery, faced Commissioner King on charges of defrauding the Government with bail set at 5000 dollars.
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Carcaco
W. J. Davis
Cheyenne
Anna Watson
Jas. B.phelps
Union Stock Yards
Commissioner King
Illinois Volunteer Regiments Reunions And Odd Fellows Hall Ceremony
The Eighth Illinois Cavalry hosts a reunion at Sycamore DeKalb on September 18. The 105th Volunteers hold their first reunion on Wednesday at Wheaton. The cornerstone of the new Odd Fellows Hall on Milwaukee Avenue was laid with ceremonies.
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Willnois
Odd Fellows
Chicago
Cuscado
Eighth
Ilinois Cavalry
Sycamore
DeKalb County
105Th
Wheaton
Milwaukee Avenue
Appointment of Trustees of State Benevolent Institutions
In Des Moines on September 1 Governor Merrick appointed William H. Lessen of Oskaloosa as Trustee of the State Insane Asylum to fill the vacancy caused by the death of Gov. Needham. John L. Davies of Davenport was named Trustee of the Soldiers' Orphan Home succeeding P. P. Ingalls.
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Des Mores
Gov
Merrilk
Wm. H
Government to Build Soldiers Barracks at Camp Butler
Gen L Piers inspected Camp Butler cemetery in Springfield and announced a contract for building soldiers barracks at Omaha for 117000 dollars. The September 1 report notes the Army project was awarded and approved by the government.
National Lincoln Monument Plan Meeting in Springfield
The National Lincoln Monument Association holds a Springfield meeting to select a monument plan. Many architects and artists are in the city for the gathering today September 1.
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Springfield
Gold Shipments Reported From Calais to Government
Scant readable text from the Omaha newswire notes gold shipments during the week ending early September. Mentions Indians, horses, and settling claims near nopees Creek with limited legible details about the head of government and western districts.
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Calsraile
Government
Omaha
Nopees Creek
West
Reception of Delegations Brightens Pittsburg Event
Delegations from Western New York and western Pennsylvania attended a reception in Pittsburg. Mayor Black delivered the address with Gov. Geary’s English remarks and Rev. Schilling’s German speech. A grand concert is planned for Turner's Hall, with a larger concert at the Rink the following night, closing the grand festival.
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Pittsburg
Ats
Epmeckert
New York
Ringini
West Paint
Alleghany
Mayor Blackmore
Gov. Geary
Rev. Schilling
Turner’s Hall
Paragua y War Reports and Indian Depredations
London reports recount Paraguayan claims of allied defeats on July 16 and 17, Humaita evacuated with fortifications completed, Lopez seeking a new defense line. Chill and Bolivia offer mediation. Separate dispatches describe Cheyenne and Sioux movements, woodcutters driven off on the Platte, and a Kiowa family murder near Jenning camp road. steamer Success arrives at Omaha with passengers, treasure, and ore. Market updates follow with livestock and grain prices across New York Cincinnati Toledo Albany and Chicago markets.
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South America
Lopez
Humaita
Bolivia
Chili
Waderec
Lopes Teuires
London
Rio Parana
Paraguay
Chill
Patrie
Paris
Rebievari
Fort Benton
St. Louis
Omaha
Neff
Kiowa
Jennings Camp Road
Success
Fire at the Exchange Hotel and nearby structures
Saratoga Springs reports a blaze at the Exchange Hotel in Denver, Col. destroying three barns, three dwellings and two doctors' offices with estimated loss around 40 dollars. Earlier fires in Denver on August 12 caused total losses near 171,471 dollars with insurance about 279,850 and potential insurer losses around 129,571 dollars.
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Saratoca--Fiires
Denver
Col. Saratoca
Oil houses suspended shake Philadelphia trade
The East city of Philadelphia reports excitement in the petroleum market as two oil houses are suspended, triggering concern over supplies and prices. Officials declined further comment while markets awaited clarity on the effect of the suspensions.
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Philadelphia
Market Notes and Stock Listings Fragment
A readable clipping shows scattered U S stock figures and bond references from the 1860s to 1870s. It cites U S bonds and various securities with prices and percent changes, including Pacific Mail and other firms trading around 101 to 125.74 in mixed textual fragments.
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