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Newspaper
The Democratic Press
Location
Eaton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1862
Page
2
Eaton Ohio July 3 1862 readers are reminded of the right to freedom of speech and press as guaranteed by the U S Constitution and Ohio Article 1 Section 11. The editor disclaims liability for correspondents opinions.
The Democratic State Central Committee designates Friday July 4 1862 in Columbus to nominate candidates for Supreme Court Judge, Secretary of State, School Commissioner, and Board of Public Works. Delegates: one per county plus additional for every 500 votes for Hugh J. Jewett and fractions of 200 or more. Counties listed Miami Butler Montgomery Preble Warren with delegate totals. Also note subscription payment demand to readers and printers.
A harsh and satirical list items taxes on beer on Sundays and various social offenses. It names fines for barking dogs and Abolitionist members, plus penalties for improprieties in dress and appearance. The piece mocks prejudice and moral policing with exaggerated sums and targets multiple groups and behaviors.
Readers are told that battlefield accounts before Richmond Virginia are doubtful and conflicting. The piece notes heavy losses for both sides, uncertainty about any Richmond capture, and speaks on international reactions and domestic politics amid a costly war.
Memphis June 26 report details the first train on the Memphis and Charleston line toward Corinth attacked by rebel cavalry twelve miles from the city. Locomotive destroyed, cave burned, ten soldiers killed, several officers captured including Colonel Kinney Majors Prinde and Sharpe and Captain Meichanl. Grant restored editorial control of the Argus with warning of immediate suppression if offensive. Also notices for soldiers in Ohio about travel, desertion, and hospital arrangements at Camp Chase and Camp Wright.
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