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Newspaper
The Democratic Press
Location
Eaton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 06, 1862
Page
2
In Eaton Ohio on March 6 1862 the Dimarratic Press discusses constitutional rights and free speech and press under U S and Ohio law. The notice states the editor is not responsible for readers opinions and the writer alone bears responsibility.
The piece notes Congress will not abolish livery in rebellious states, leaving action to the President. Reports from Columbia and Nashville suggest Northern strongholds may form as Southern rail and ports face pressure. Governor Harris of Tennessee predicts army promotions and larger pensions as the war continues. Cotton and tobacco growers meet in Richmond to discuss destroying produce, with grave concern for Nashville. General Lander is dead. peace to his spirit.
A critique of arrogance in ignorance and the dangers of quackery in religion and medicine. The text argues education should elevate moral and physical growth, expand general literature, and avoid tainting capable teachers with conceit. It stresses broad knowledge over narrow book learning and cautions against judging by limited familiarity.
A 19th century voice argues for broader education and access to literature in Baton, urging libraries, lectures, and literary works to elevate public knowledge. The piece contrasts American and English reading culture, notes the scarcity of suitable novels, and proposes a village class of varied literary works to promote educated youth and citizens.
The Democratic Press outlines subscription terms for one year and a six month extension offer with no extra charge until after a set date. The article recounts barbaric execution methods in New York, detailing Captain Gordon, his delayed death, cigars provided by friends, and officials rescheduling the hour of execution to shorten his suffering.
Fragmentary Civil War era letter describes marching to Clarksville, evacuations, and a planned devastating strike. It recounts Union prisoners found dead or poisoned at Dover, river battles on the Cumberland, riverside skirmishes, and mentions Gen Grant arriving at Clarksville with Pr eble boys and Tehann body guard.
The New York World reprints a Republican critique of lettres de cachet, condemning secret arrests, lack of trials, and threat to constitutional protections. It cites Albany and Argus editorials noting arrests in Franklin County and demanding timely trials and full vindication for the accused.
The official report describes Union forces under General Sherman advancing after capturing Fort, with General Cullum noting the evacuation of fortifications and destruction of stores. A garrison of about 2,000 infantry and 400 cavalry remained, while the town was spared and the river defenses capitulated.
The Democratic Press will be printed and published from March 10, 1802, at the National Hotel on Main Street west of the Court House, opposite Mr. Crouse's Grocery Store. The notice announces the relocation and official start date for the revised publication.
A notice states the News Room will open from 10 am to 8 pm under published conditions. It announces a sale of choice first class items including pens, ink stands, ladies and commercial note paper and all kinds of stationery. Collections of books and law books are offered. best Benoo Booxs and related items advertised. Warne serexmnrie items prepared on short notice.
A March 4 notice lists the general order requiring all lawyers and attorneys to take the allegiance oath under the October 16, 1801 Ordinance. It notes state court judges will permit practice only after compliance, while reporting Col. John A. Logan’s friend’s support as he recovers from a badly wounded head wound at Bert Donelan.
Governor Isham G. Harris urges all able-bodied residents to enlist or support the Confederate war effort. He announces a Tennessee legislature gathering to secure state archives and organize defense, appeals for weapons, supplies, and civilian readiness, and promises Confederate backing to sustain liberty and honor.
The market reports demand and price levels across Butter Cheese Eggs Flour Fruit and Grain. Prices for butter range around 12 to 13 ½ cents, cheese and eggs show steady demand, flour prices near 4 dollars and 50 cents per sack, fruit including apples pears peaches and dried apples with varying bids, and grain notes for wheat corn rye and barley with mixed receipts and price shifts. Also notes Dr Brooking & Son selling Boroe Dood's Wine Bitters at one dollar per quart bottle as a local medicine advert.
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