Robber Band Runals Rumor From Lebanon and Springfield
Reports say Texan Rangers from McCulloch’s camp visited Lebanon and returned to Springfield. Authorities allege a 42-man gang including Ripley of Hertville Breeden and B control from Lebanon carried out robberies. One man was shot by Breedlove on Monday. The proper legal action is demanded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lebanon
McCulloch
Springfield
Ripley
Hertville
Breeden
Breedlove
Anc Ly
McCurloch Advances with 3000 Men to Springfield
Report from Springfield states McCurloch arrived with 3000 troops on Monday the 18th and was joined by 100 more by Wednesday evening. He marched from Fayettville road six miles to encamp next day as Bridas company and other troops remained in town. Rumor cites Prive and Greenfield movements toward Jefferson City with possible northern thrusts similar to Lexington expedition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spr McLiald
Enzens
Springfeld
McCurloch
Fayettville Road
Bridas
Greenfield
Jufferron City
Lexington
Memphis
Blisant
Arkansas
Richmond
Bane ‘Lemiessee
Faron
Gillaian
Keameky
Fortress
Ifunroe
Thom
Haleck
Gagconade Gustardsy
Wright
Adatvats
Gus
Gamble
Judge Read
Slidod
Sigel
Justice claim tied to arrest and acquittals
An old report recalls arrests of Mullen, Krewson, Butler, Simpson, Sewell, Mirrell, Levinsy, Bowen, Spurrgee and Wight based on Daniel Gregory's testimony. Gregory, brother-in-law of C Wilsey, fled from Camp Mathews, Douglas Prairie, to St Louis to press charges and later claimed triumph as charges were found untrue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Capi
Me Mullen
Krewson
Butler
Simpson
Sewell
Mirrell
Levinsy
Bowen
Spurgee
Wight
Sen
Dsniel Gregory
C . Wilsey
Gregory
Camp Mathews
Douglas Prairie
Louis
Asure
German lieutenant challenged guards at parade ground
A German lieutenant charging into Town 4th lines during a battalion drill was halted by sentinels. He stood up, debated with Col. Galligan as he followed toward quarters, after defying the signal to halt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Col. Grensel
Col. Galligan
Rebels Advance Rumors Stir Local Suspicion
The city hears rumors of rebel forces marching toward the terminus of the Pacific Railroad and its southwest branch. Officials doubt McCulloch or Price will attack Hollaa or Lebanon, while idle men in red service are being discharged and accused of pilfering under military necessity.
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Tive
Seilatia
McCuiloch
Holla
Price
McAuloch
Lebanon
McCuloci
Diinn
Red
Movements of Confederate Forces Near Springfield
Scouts report Confederate forces underPrice and McCulloch moving toward Springfield from Sarcoxie and Pineville. Union commands under Lains and McCullough prepare to retake positions as Price’s raiders devastate terrain to block rear access. weather and cold hinder march in the extreme southwest.
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Sarcoxie
Catlouh
White River
McCulloch Poari
Springfield
Lains
S Reoxie
Jomuel McCollovd
Gen. Prigs
Pineville
Rebs
McCullier
Rates
Price
Retten
Theves
Rebels report raids near Lebanon and prisoner captures
A scouting party from Captain Rozar's unit left Monday morning and returned the same night. They spoke of Texan Rangers near Lebanon destroying property and robbing emigrants. Prisoners were taken from Colonel Boyd's 24th Missouri pickets. McCulloch's army was expected in Lebanon, with rebels boasting of a forthcoming battle. Another party moved from Camp Rambam toward Lebanon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rozar
Cen
Asboth
Lebanon
Boyd
Missouri
McCulloch
Camp
Rambam
Destruction Along Price March Through Missouri Prairie
Rebels set Wasvox Destruction and Ozark Prairie in Lawrence county on fire last Thursday burning barns grain stacks corn cribs and 100000 rails. Price's army marching toward Greenfield left a trail of desolation as Union forces were believed to have crossed the White River and pursued him.
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Wasvox
Ozark Prairie
Lawrence County
Price
Greenfield
White River
Happiness in Duty and Fame Across War Echoes
A fragmented column explores happiness as duty in life and art, citing Pope and Walter Savage Landor. It then notes arrivals and events: Capt. A Kags visiting the Shel by County Democrat, a cavalry squadron pursuing rebels on the Little Pi-Bey, and a 36th Winds Regiment band gifted with new drums and flutes to boost morale.
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Ivea
Behnler
Fifa
Johuson
Pope
Happien
Tha Linde
Relia
Walter Savaga Landor
Peroxa
A Kags
Shelby (Obie) County
Ohio
Bigel
Hlineis
Little Pi- Bey
36Th Winds Regiment
Lausio
Cond Nyigians
Teham
Persia
London
Ian Agwerivon Cheryist
J. C. Ayers
Lowel
Mans
Wis
Rene
Americsus
Doestor Ayor
Davy
Christogon
Brodie
New York Sunday Paper
Tybee Island and Savannah Area described with coastal forts and weather notes
Telegraph reports describe Tybee Island south of Savannah, with Forts Jackson and Pulaski defending the coast. Observers note dry roads and a light snow report in nearby Iowa. Skirmishes near Sullivan and Franklin on Monday left one rebel dismounted and Sergeant Pete wounded by buckshot.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fydea Esland
Insjires
Souhern
Tybee Island
Jackson
Pulaskiv
Savacua
Sullivan
Washburn
Franklin
Pete
Buck
Tattered War News and Raiders Near Lebanon
A messy Union report notes a party of 14 robbed near Lebanon with pockets rifled, plus gunboats arriving and Confederate leadership moving toward Boston. The piece covers river commerce disruption, prize capture, and military recons along Mississippi fronts with scattered humor and political commentary.
Emblem for Soldiers Promised in National Scroll
A government issued emblem for Union soldiers, regular and volunteer, is being prepared in Albany. The 20 by 30 inch hand lithograph features an eagle, Goddess of Liberty with flag, Goddess of Justice with sword and faggots, and a tomahawk, surrounded by state mottoes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Soliers
Seward
Albany
Legion of Honor
Washington
Goddess of Liberty
Justice
Goddess of Justice
Belaloni Battle Rebel Accounts Published In Memphis Appeal
The rebel accounts describe the Belmont battle with four regiments and cavalry, detailing losses and captured men. The report estimates Union forces at roughly 2,890 across multiple batteries and regiments, listing prisoners and casualties in a stern mid conflict tally.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Belaloni Bactle
Shea Memphis
Fuese
Belmont
Tollows
Exinp
API
Arilery
Eryely
Humorous and Curious Tales From Paris to Persia
A jumble of excerpts recounts Persian court praise for Dr. Ayers curing a Shah liver ailment and a Parisian feuilleton anecdote about Napoleon observing a one armed drummer soldier who wins a pension and a dramatic feat. The piece blends cross Atlantic marvels and antiquated heroism.
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Ve. Walker
Editer
Rolla
UDR
Fxexass
TWE
Meosauka
Towa
Ythus
Sremu BR Prs Ries
Hblagkets
Brindla McBrile
Arive Lome St. Loris Inerean
Roman Ft
Rassis
Ufatlerk
Wl Hy Gay
Oanble
Missomd
St. Louis
Jim Lane
Boston
Alass
Lemenshar
Sumpter
Texas
Tigate Niagara
Cal Butler
Sturges
Sprinatiell
St. Lois
Springtiela
Tom Beeman
Vinterin
Pexer County
Wood
Raneys Rangers
Union Rangers
Useran
Ilonday
Parson
Bonvoe
Jifxeon City
Lisollive
Ay Vonaty
Chica Creix
Willian Ray
Congress Neds Munday
Abel
Cain
Adam
Joan
Courier Des Etats Unis
Paris
Eimparor
Dramimer
Solfaring
Leson
Napoleon
Posenna
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