Address of Judge Fishback on American Union and Citizenship
The speech extols United States nationhood and perpetual Union, praising citizenship pride and self government. It argues North America should form one nation, avoiding partition, and lauds the Union's benevolent protecting government and the nation’s religious values. The passage emphasizes national esteem and global admiration for the American example.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Uni- States
North America
Enduring Union Rally amid Civil War Turmoil
The speech laments rebellion and praises the Union, urging loyal citizens to take up arms to defend liberty and the Constitution. It condemns Southern secession, warns of invasion, and calls for strong defense as crowds honor fallen volunteers with a funeral procession, speeches, and a public day of tribute.
Welcome to the Volunteers at Felicity
The Clermont Courier recalls a demonstration honoring Captain Olmstead's Felicity Guards volunteers on a Saturday. It celebrates the safe return of their sons from the field of battle, bringing joy to families while mourning the loss of Morehead's son and his family.
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Cybs
Crramont
Cis
Unite States
Clermont
Felicity
Captain Olmstead
Company I
Felicity Guards
Morehead
Excerpted Account of Barracoons and Slave Trade Scenes
The writer describes slave pens and auction blocks near a Washington depot, noting iron doors, pens 40 by 5 by 20 feet, and a court surrounded by stables. He recalls selling slaves to stock Northern supplies and recalls brutal scenes of parting slaves with varied reactions among captives.
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Africa
Washington
Congress
Alexandria
Makassas
Price, Barely & Co
Ohio
Carolina
FB. V
Burch
Low Countries
Confederate fears and a fire at Mrs Greenhow’s house
A Civil War letter reports Rebel cannon near Alexandria and a 3 AM fire set by insurgents at the house where spy Mrs Greenhow is held. Regular soldiers prevented escape and kept doors closed, preserving the home as flames burned.
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Alexandria
New York
Gotham
Anvalley
Viator
Camp Dennison Letter From Pratt's Zouaves
Camp Dennison Ohio September 6 1861 letter from Charley to Covater describes marching 800 plus men from Milford to Camp Dennison, reception by Harris Regiment, scarce water, camp setup, and strong impressions of Olive Branch girls amid the 1000 man regiment and new uniforms. Capt Clark arrives with orders to remain.
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Camp Dennison
Eps
Covater
Pratt
Olive Branch
Milford
Clark
Camp Lucas
Harris Regiment
Charley
Kentucky Opinion of the Enquirer in Louisville Democrat
The Louisville Democrat criticizes the Cincinnati Enquirer for fanning civil war in Kentucky, calling its stance bold in danger and asking how Clermont Sun would view such coverage. It notes the paper’s shift has grieved Union men across the state and includes voters of Clermont County.
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Kentucky
Enquirer
Louisvlle Democrat
Douglas
Cincinnati Enquirer
Neutrality Party
Clermont County
Clermont Sun
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Fitch & Brothers
T. D. Fitch
A. Fitch
T. Fitch
R. L. McKinlay
LAW and Notary Public
Ohi
A. T. Cowen
Pete
Adams
E, A, Parker
Adams & Parker
Hamilton Counties
Clermont Co
G. Marscall
D. W. C. Loudon
Marshall & Loudon
Georgetown
Brown County
Brown
T. D. Hartman
Cynthison
Marathon
Elston, Jr
Ofice
New Salisbury
Mulberry
William Howard
Dennison
Batavia
Geo. L. Swing
Baw
Ofce
Weaver
Batavia Hotel
WM. Arthur
LAW
Williamsville
O. W. McLefresh
Market Street
Ttorney
Woods
Missouri
Hina Insurance Company
Lewis
J.M. M'Grew
Lewis & McGrew
Sonnties
Denison
McGrew
nSdyl
J. Tritt
Sturges
Front
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Awill
Buaines
Amelia
Geo. W. Greg
Johnston. Johnston & Gregg
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T.Q. Ashburn
Penn & Asiburn
Court House
J. ¥. Hill
Otary Purllo
Amidavita
Cynthian
P.O. Marathon
T. J. Morris
Oneein Bethel
A. C. McChesney
Main Street
Came Street
Court-Louse
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M. D. Aving
Amelta
Wim
Nditt
S. B. Crew
Bia
Clermont Henge
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J. A. Weaver
R. Allen Mollyneaux
Gray's Building
Front Street
Onto
A, Squire
Cincinnati
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Weet Fourth Street
J.D. Hovey
Ve. G. W. Pelter
Charles Wulf & CO
Merchant Tailors
Washington St
Presbyterian Church
New Richmont
Ohto
W. E. Mears
J. J. Mears
W.E. Mears & Son, Nurserymen
Milford, Clermont CO
Jxo. F. Dain & Co
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J. Wourr
Cincinnaci
J.C. Davis
Jxo. Kuarer
Esq
Milford, C
Putuio B
AB. Watson, JR
John Morin
WM. Aearirt
Carpenters and Builders
New Richmond, O
Watson & CO
Mutual Insurance CO
E. BR. Shannon
Geo. McMurchy
Martin Ryan
Lewis Terwiliger
Goshen
Benj. Archer
Pierce Township
John Shaw
Obi Ree
ORIST
Sliker
Pearl Street
Broadway
Sycamore
Cincinnat
Goodale
W. H. Akin
High Street
State
Town
Columbus
Walker & Son
Williamsburg
Williameburg
East Pharl ST
A. P. Gatch
Clacionati
Jan
Clermant Courier
Angie M
BY Hannah W. Giddy
Angie
Angie Moore
Clermont Courier
Sons of Freedom
Heaven
Dexnisos
C. T. Fishback
Avonst
France
Christendom
America
Far South
Europe
Arnolds
Brotherhood of Nations
Jefferson Davis
Union
Ellsworth Grays
Mellenry
Bethel
Mt. Pleasant
Dr. Beadly
R. Li. McKinlay
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