Washington's Birthday Observances and Draft Issues
Local notes recount Washingtons Birthday celebrations with salutes bells and illumination as part of a national nostalgia for the era of independence and the flag. Draft concerns in the Second Ward highlight apathy hindering quota fulfillment and calls for donations to raise funds. Reports cover husk paper experiments, rumors of generals captured at Cumberland, and draft status in Steubenville and Jefferson County.
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Wahington
George Wahington
Pennsvaoia
al Gil
Sunre
Philadelpha
Ataene
Depar
Wheeling
Ohio County
Steubenville
Jefferson County
Election for Post Master in Steubenville in March 1865
The Herald reports an election for Steubenville Post Master set for March 4 1865, open to city residents 21 and older who are US citizens and voted for Lincoln Johnson. Salaries cited include 2400, 1000 for work, 15000 for rent, with fuel. candidates urged to offer patriotic service. Also included is a verbose tale of deserters DeLaney and Cunningham who abducted a deputy marshal, displayed him publicly, and caused arrests and jail transfers in Wayne township and surrounding areas.
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Steubenville
Herald
United States
Lincoln
Johson
Gep
Oliver
Tuscarawas Advocate
DeLaney
Cunningham
Wayne Township
Alliance
Falls of
Sugar Creek
Canal Dover
Depusty
Charles F. Espick
Rogersville
Philadelphia
Black
Pittsburgh
Oil Fever Spreads Across Jefferson and Neighboring Counties
Report notes oil strikes between Hancock and Washington counties in Pennsylvania with large flow at 700 feet. Mentions finds on Fish Creek in Marshall County and new wells planned by J M Dillon and Co. Indicates oil fever in Brooks County and Jefferson County with companies forming to tap resources. Observes abundant surface oil near a southwest city spring used for greasing shoes and urges capitalists to develop the wealth beneath Jefferson.
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Hancock County
Washington County
Fish Creek
Marshall County
Messrs. J. M. Dillon & Co
Brooks County
Wheeling Intelligencer
Jefferson County
Railroad Accident Near New Comerstown Drops Engine
A serious P. C. and C. Railroad wreck occurred yesterday morning near New Comerstown when flood undermining caused the road to give way. The engine and tender plunged into the river. the engineer is missing, later reported as John Ball of Uhrichsville. The river is high with about fifteen feet of water in the channel and coal shipments await the freshet.
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New Comerstown
John Ball
Ubrichsville
Steubenville Draft Critique and Local Reproach
In a Salem Reptilican critique from last week, Steubenville faces its draft burden with sarcasm. The piece mocks the local quota of fifty two and condemns Provost Marshal J Blockhead Fry and Brigadier General Fey for mismanaging the process while noting residents raised troops to balance the accounts.
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Steubenville
J. Blockhead
Banguo
Oliver
Uss
United States
Heroce
Brigscir
Fey
Two Building Lots for Sale in Steubenville
Tuesday notices report for sale of two desirable building lots in Steubenville. Apply at the 28,3rd Heraup Office. Also includes a local report on returning veteran Matthew Roberts Delano and draft concerns prompting enlistment and bounties, plus a faithless wife case and civic gratitude note.
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Steubenvillee
Appy
Heraup
David McCarty Dies at 41 in Pittsburgh
Notice reports the death of David McCarty in Pittsburgh on the 26th of the current month at age 41. A Missouri Senate vote is cited as approving a bill repealing the slavery statute and purging Missouri laws of barbaric remnants by a nearly unanimous 23 to 3 tally.
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Io Pittaburgh
David McCarty
Missouri
Missouri Senate
Pro- Savery
London Post Underscores Blakely Gun Power and Navy Claims
An English Opinion argues Blakely guns prove U S naval strength and port defenses, noting ironclads Moasinock pattern can reach England and discuss Portsmouth and Plymouth vulnerability. The author asserts the testimony should please the Navy Department amid American press criticism.
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London Post
Det
Blakely
P.tor
Porter
Blake Yadda
England
Duke of Som
Portsmouth
Plymouth
Fort Fisher
Navy Department
Steubenville Wholesale Market Prices in February 1866
A compact price list from Steubenville wholesale exchanges dated February 27 1866 shows varied commodity quotes. Wool woolens molasses cheese lard oil candles and soap alongside staple grains oats corn wheat rye and cotton goods with bid ranges and unit prices across several categories for merchants and buyers.
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Steubenwil
North Carolina
Markets Report Shows Languid Albany Staples and Weak Demand
The Albany Journal notes a slow market week with sales concessions and reduced prices. It lists private terms on fleece shipments and varied rates for flour, wheat, corn, rye, barley, butter, lard, bacon, pork, cheese, potatoes, and flour in Cincinnati and wholesale markets, flagging subdued demand and large stockpiles.
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Albany
Albany Journal
Cincinnati
W. R
Bill to define marriage for slave owners sparks party clash
A 19th century bill in the National House of Representatives declares marriage for those who live together in certain status. Democrats vote against, arguing the law would interfere with slave breeding and control over a slave quadroon.
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National
House of Representatives
World War II era blockade shifts to Texas coast
Report notes the blockade at Wilmington approaches diverted to Galveston as Charleston falls under our forces. The capture relieves blockaders at Charleston and allows redeployment to the Texas coast where blockade rain is described as very lively.
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Wilmington
Gal
Veston
Charleston
Texas
Distances Table Tracing Routes After Colombo's Capture
A distances table shows routes from Branchville to Wilmington and Charlotte, Charleston to Florence, and Wilmington to Florence with exchanges noted. The list aims to help readers trace traversed paths with a map for reference.
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Shermin
Teken Columbis
Ae Columbis
Enennewasratene
Branchville
Wilmington
Charlotte
Charleston
Florence
Ces Munes
Wimington
Deserter Amnesty Ordered as Rebel Lines Tarnish
Gen. Palmer Lai issues order promising military protection to deserters who register renouncing connection with the Rebel Government. Threats levied on absentees for spies guerrillas or related acts, with penalties as cases demand. Generals Granger Hobson arrive. Pareeg ordered to report to Gen. Thomas for field service. About 600 mounted rebels reported near Mt Serling, Frankfort dispatch.
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Louisvi Lux
Palmer Lai
Lee
Release of Roger A Pryor Sparks Outrage in North
In New York and Washington papers on February 24 1865 reactions erupt over the release of Roger A Pryor. Reports cite military and political debate about the East Tennessee Railroad and Freedmen Bureau measures while noting Wilmington siege updates and Rebel movements near Richmond.
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East Tennessee Railroad
Grant
New York
the Times
Washington
Senate Military Committee
House
East Tennesssee
War Department
Colonel Singleton
Judge Hughes
Richmond
Herald
Army of the Potomac
City Point
The
Commercial
Wilmington
Shberman
John G. Beall
Lake Erie
Woisy
Governor’s Island
Rebels Listen for Major Push Around Richmond
Army of the Potomac reports unusual activity in rebel lines near Richmond and Petersburg as Lee's forces reportedly prepare to retreat or strike. Grant and Sherman advances prompt rumors of evacuation while deserters increase. Richmond papers express alarm over Sherman’s progress and Beauregard’s ability to counter.
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New York
the Herald
Army of the Potomac
Eay
Richmond
Lee
Sherman
Petersburg
Liechburg
A. P. Hill
Grant
Wassington
Washington
Potomac
James
James River
Herald
Petsreburg
Shermen
Charleston
Columbia
Beauregard
Gerald
New Orleans
U.S
Princess Royal
Bizaville
Gen. French
Galveston
Pet
Annie Sophia
Willy Wesp
Stecamer Wren
Capture of Wilmington and battle details spread
Washington reports after Fort Fisher the rebels evacuated Wilmington with 30 000 to 50 000 bales of cotton left. The World notes Wilmington fell with over 50 artillery pieces captured 700 prisoners and released 400 500 starving soldiers. Gen Cox crossed the river and cut off rebel rear while Gen Terry pressed inland and entered Wilmington amid Union demonstrations.
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Wilmington
Grant
Washington
Dix
Department
KE. M. Stanton
Ferraris Monro
City Point
Fort Anderson
Geo. Schofield
Cox
Terry
Hoke
Town Creek
Brunswick River
Rosio
Geo. Terry
J. B. Comsroux
Cal. Aoting
New York
the Tribune
Fort Fisher
War Department
Fort Strong
Paine
Abbott
Ames
Schofield
Beauregard
Casement
Col. Henderson
Eagle Island
Charlestop
Dagret
Outekirta
Union
Cape Fear River
The
Times
Hardee
Savannah
Charleston
Bragg
Hokes
Goldeboro
Weldon
Baker
Saulsbury
Dore
Sherman
Richmond
Richmond Whig
Columbia
Times Vicksburg
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Canby
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Eaf
Selma
Ery
Ala
Columbins
Hood
Kirby Smith
Rebels Expect Grant Johnston Attack
The Tribune quotes Richmond papers noting expectations of a Grant Johnston action against Beauregard. The Examiner reports some believe Grant is stirred to strike, with preparations said to be in place for a spy attempt. Heavy rain yesterday may have delayed developments in the campaign as Gen. Jon and Gen. Zee are referenced in scattered dispatches.
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Johnston
Beauregard
New York
the Tribune
Richmond
Examiner
Jon
Zee
Habc
Confederate hopes of halting Sherman rise at Edisto
The Sentinel reports rumors of Beauregard relief in ill health and Johnston with Beauregard delaying Union advances from Edisto. Dispatches reach Washington suggesting a strong Confederate check to Sherman. Wilmington reportedly hides at least 15,000 bales of cotton awaiting Terry, prompting calls to prevent Savannah’s fate repeating there.
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Sherman
Gners Beauregard
Johnston
Beauregard
Siocs
Edisto
Wer
Releigh
Wilmington
Terry
Savannah
Cairo and Below News Briefs from Feb 25
The Swan from New Orleans reached St. Louis after 18th. Louisiana ratified the slavery abolition amendment on the 17th. A memorial signed by about five thousand colored men urged suffrage. A 7-30 loan from First National Bank of Cairo totals one hundred eighty seven thousand dollars. The Alice Dean from Memphis to Cincinnati carried 360 bales of cotton.
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Swan
New Orleans
St. Louis
Louisians
Louisiana
Hill
First National Bank of
Alice Dean
Memphis
Cincinnati
The Arming of Slaves in the Civil War Debate
A Richmond letter from General Lee argues that arming the negroes is not only an expedient but necessary, claiming white populations cannot supply enough manpower for a prolonged war.
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New Yor
Richmond
Lee
One Hundred Day's Men from New York Offer Rejected
Albany dispatches report Governor Fenton offered ten regiments of the State National Guard for one hundred days service to garrison Wilmington and other posts after its capture. General Grant declined the offer and the Secretary of War concurred with his decision.
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Albany
Wilmington
Fenton
Secretary of War
State National Guard
Grant
Richmond Papers Demand Dictator to Arm Slaves
The Enquirer urges Jeff Davis to arm slaves and rule without law, claiming the States and cause need a dictator. It reports Sherman advancing through the Carolinas and possibly seizing large cotton supplies at Columbia. Grant tightens lines around Petersburg and Richmond amid looming breakthroughs.
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Richmond
New York
the Enquirer
Jeff. Davis
Sherman
Carolinas
Columbia
Grant
Petersburg
the Sentinel
Charleston News Sees Union Welcome Amid Seething Secession
Charleston residents celebrate the return of the Union as colored troops march through the city amid cheers for the Stars and Stripes and Lincoln. Looted cotton and tobacco are reported as rebel losses, while Union positions near Cape Fear and Wilmington face fresh military expectations and reinforcements.
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New York
the Herald
Charleston
Stars and Stripes
Lincoln
Terry
Wilmington
Recruits Sent to Front Amid War News
About 2000 recruits are sent daily to the front through New York. It is ascertained that the river boat George Sterns was left off Bridgeport on the 12th of the month and all her crew perished.
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Texas
South Gonda River
Austin Gazeters
Red River
Galveston
Matasmoras
New York
Sheridan
Crooke
Kelly
New Yor
George Sterns
Sadell
New York Gold Market Report Incomplete Fragment
Partial note on gold closing in February 2023 and a textile claim about milkweed fiber. The fragment mentions dye behavior and weaving but lacks full context or specifics on prices or dates.
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New
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