Not All Celebrate Fourth July in War News
The July 4 celebrations show mixed patriotism with some leaders like Gov. Seymour and Pendleton criticizing wartime policies. The piece argues war matters surpass constitutional debate and urges focus on the national crisis. It notes Concord New Hampshire also hosted a Democratic Mass Meeting with Ex President Pierce denouncing domestic dissension and calls for unity.
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Seymour
New York
Connecticut
Pendleton
Ohio
Academy of Music
N. Y. Herald
Vallandigham
Greece
Rome
France
England
Europe
United States
Concord
New Hampshire
Pierce
Edgerly
Clement L. Vallandigham
Oho
Free Territory of
Kansas
Frank Pierce
Results of Democratic Teachings and Rioting Critique
A hostile critique links New York riot to Democratic papers and leaders while praising pro government speeches. It cites Burr’s New York speech, calls for arrest of traitors, and condemns mob violence as a product of alleged antiwar agitation. The piece also notes Professor McCoy addresses crowds in the Southwest supporting the Union and highlights Gov. Aiken’s loyalty.
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New York
World, Express
Washington
Congress
Burr
New York City
Harrisburg Telegraph
Judge Woodward
Fernando Woodisk
Copperhead
Newgate
Tombs
Fernando Wood
McCoy
M’coy
Nashville
Tennessee
Chas. Carrol
Carrolton
Nashville Union
New York Riots Blast Copperhead Influence and Government
A reflective editorial condemns North wing rebellion aims behind New York riots tied to Copperhead politics and Gov. Seymour. It argues the draft and Lincoln election fueled unrest and warns mob power requires strong, lawful action to protect citizens and the nation.
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Lee
New York
Gettysburg
Seymour, Wood & Co
Lincoln
Copperhead
Gov. Seymour
Gov. Seymour & Co
Proclamation by the President Declares Thanksgiving Day
President Lincoln proclaims Thursday August 6 as a national day of thanksgiving praise and prayer inviting all Americans to worship in their churches and seek divine guidance amid the Civil War urging repentance for the rebellion and support for the Union. The proclamation notes victories and sacrifices and calls for national unity and spiritual solace.
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United States
Washington
United States of America
T. S.] Abraiam Lincoln
Sewant
Senate
House
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Geneva Assembly
Commonwealth
Joan Cessna
House of
Letter from Buck's-Pais to TLS Mother from 1863 camp
A Civil War letter describes 15 days of fighting near Gettysburg and South Mountain, with casualties and captures. It notes 327 men in the regiment losing 69, plus a later draft notice about commutation money and exemptions, issued by a Pennsylvania internal revenue official.
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Buck’pais
TLS
Penna. Rires
Dooxsnorovan
Mornir
Pairfax Station
Gettysburg
Robt
Tall
Collins
Kinzna
Runyan
Devins
Chase
South Mountain Battle Ground
Antietam
Army of the Potomac
Meade
Taylor
Niles
Internal Revenue Office
Lr Dist
Pexwa
Borror
Borough of
Waterford
Erie Co
City of
Erie
W. Douglass
Rockne
Penna
Memorable Fourth in American History Marked by Civil War Losses
An exhibit recounts July Fourth progress in the Civil War with Lee defeated at Gettysburg and 35,000 men lost, Pemberton defeated at Vicksburg with 33,000, Holmes at Helena with 2,700, Gardner at Port Hudson with 7,000, Bragg driven from Tulahoma and Chattanooga with 4,000 casualties.
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Lee
Gettysburg
Pemberton
Vicksburg
Holmes
Helena
Gardner
Port Hudson
Bragg
Tulahoma
Chattanooga
Strange Fire at New York Mobs Sparks Confederate Links
The York mob scene is linked to Jefferson Davis allies as attackers mobilize with unknown ringleaders. A Philadelphia bulletin notes the riot aims to aid the failing rebellion, with prominent figures distant from the surface and foreign-born influence suspected amid the Vicksburg era unrest.
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New York
Jefferson Davis
Fernando Wood
Brookeses
Lee
Richmond
Phila
Bulletin
Government Accepts Colored Soldiers in South West Regiments
The article notes growing support for enlisting Black soldiers after successes at Port Hudson and Milliken’s Bend. Gen. Thomas testifies the President sent him to organize Black regiments, praising their performance for picket and scouting duties. Public opinion shifts to strong approval and rising enlistment applications.
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Port Hudson
Millken’s Bend
Thomas
Ile
West Point
Philadelphia
Massachusetts
V. VY. Tribune
Army wagon train halts near town amid copperhead taunts
Army wagon train from Harrisburg to Martinsburg halted fourteen miles from here on Tuesday evening. Local host’s joke about secession drew smiles while Union troops, from Ohio, took provisions and waters, then ducked the host after admitting their Union stance. The incident reflects tensions with Copperhead sentiment in the region.
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Harrisburg
Martinsburg
Rheretots
Retreat and Raids Report From Civil War Front
Viexsnone Mississippi notes General Johnston evacuated Jackson on the 16th and is in full retreat east. Sherman warns his army faces heat and thirst, with many deserters. Yazoo City fortified, five guns captured, stores seized, about 300 prisoners. Gen. Ransom to Natchez, cattle crossings halted, 200 mounted troops pursue. Five thousand Texas cattle seized, two thousand sent to Banks. more prisoners and ammunition captured in Louisiana. Over two million rounds of ammunition.
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Miss
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Halleck
Joe Johnston
Jackson
Sherman
Yazoo Tity
Herron
Ransom
Natchez
Kirby Smith
Texas
Gen. Banks
Louisiana
de Kalb
U.S. Grant
War Department
Marsian
S Orrices
Wastheren
New England
Middle States
United States
Grant reports Jackson invested and Yazoo City targets seized
General Grant announces operations across Pearl River to Natchez, capturing prisoners, boats, and heavy artillery at Yazoo City. De Kalb destroyed. Confederate cattle movement disrupted. Circulars from Provost Marshals assure draft enforcement and penalties for noncompliance. Gilmore reports Morris Island assault near Fort Wagner with heavy losses and prize capture. Basil Duke and Morgan's forces captured. Brown brings 150 prisoners from Virginia reconnaissance. Philadelphia dated June 29.
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Wm. Whiting
War Department
James B. Fry
Dep'y
Sourth
Morris Island
South Carolina
Halleck
Fort Wagner
Cumming’s Point
Strong
Folly Island
Dahlgren
Q. A. Gilmore
Crycingari
Morgan
Basil Duke
Pomeroy
Gen. Brown
10Th Kentucky Cavalry
Abington
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