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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1864
Page
2
The text identifies Abraham Lincoln of Illinois as president and Andrew Johnson of Tennessee as vice president on the Union electoral ticket. The wording reflects a political slate associated with the Union cause.
Copperheads alarmed by October elections and Union restoration zeal force Pendleton to defend his old beliefs. In Congress he denounced coercion as unconstitutional and suggested allowing the seceding states to part in peace if reconciliation fails, revealing no new faith beyond his longtime views.
A Civil War era report recalls a Washington War Office scene where troopers presented captured flags to Gen Ramseur and officers. Youths Sweeney and Parks claim bold captures and misread generals, while Secretary Stanton praises bravery and promises medals. Dispatches warn of draft resistance in Clearfield and political tensions under Governor Bigler.
Wood declines a factional renomination and trumpets his antiwar record while backers still support McClellan. He assails McCall and questions McClellan’s company with General Lee. The excerpt shows factional tensions and political maneuvers amid war.
A historical critique recounts General McClellan's refusal to cross the Potomac after Halleck's orders on October 6 and President Lincoln's rebukes. He finally crossed on November 6, was relieved for disobedience, and did not return to active service.
The piece argues Vallandigham governs the Democratic Party in Chicago and would lead from behind a national throne if McClellan were president. It notes his role drafting the Chicago Platform and his clash with Cassiday and Tilden while detailing voting splits over committee chair and vice presidential candidacy.
The dialogue questions whether Walllandigham's Chicago platform mirrors Democratic principles claimed by Pendleton and amplified by Val at Dayton. The crowd sought renewed hope that government powers would revert to the Democratic party, tying it to Civil War era disunion and the act of removing slaveholding states from the Union.
Richmond papers publish the governors of Rebel States meeting on October 17. A resolution advocates appropriating escaped slaves to public service under regulations, arguing it mirrors Lincoln policy and challenges Vallandigham Democracy over enlisting black soldiers and using slave black men in the war effort.
The first page carries a ringing appeal from the Chairman of the Un, urging readers to support the cause and participate in upcoming actions. Details remain sparse in this excerpt.
The Mail reports on Gov. Seymour's agents attempting to secure McClellan and Seymour votes in New York. The piece denounces the scheme as political villainy, praises early detection, and accuses opponents of hypocritical Union fraud accusations and dry goods box voting plots.
The latest count shows Union Congressmen 197,392 and Democratic 197,001 with a Union majority of 391. Officials expect army returns to widen the margin and project a statewide victory by about 25,000 next Tuesday.
Baltimore dispatch dated Oct 29 reports Gov Bradford proclaiming Maryland’s new free state constitution adopted by 36 174 to 29 799 amid slavery’s defeat. Democratic papers warn of conscription under McClellan. war and drafts to persist until the North defeats treason and pursues liberty.
Cabinet member defends Lincoln aiding McClellan against Democratic claims of Washington hindrance. Secretary Chase notes he raised funds for military needs and asserts Lincoln tried to empower McClellan toward victory, arguing a conservative general hindered Rebel overthrow.
The report notes Scofield's plurality of 728 with the rest of the ticket slightly behind. It also states Nevada has formed a state government and constitution and has been admitted to the Union as the 36th state. A meeting of the Lady's Relief Society is set for Saturday at Mrs. Ludlow's to decide on proceeds from the fair.
Gen Logan denounces Illinois Democratic candidate Josh Allen in a Jonesboro speech, recalling Allen's alleged offer to stump Illinois for the Confederacy and urging secession as he promises loyalty to the Union.
Mrs Ludlow and volunteers organized a Ladies Fair at Johnson's Hall last Tuesday evening. The event, produced with much effort, raised 168 dollars and 12 cents in total receipts and netted 120 dollars and 95 cents for the benefit of the poor.
A Wilcox Hall audience heard Hon. G W Scofield congressman from the Erie Pa district urge voters to cast ballots for Lincoln Johnson Liberty and Law He praised the Union cause and noted his electoral victory by over eleven hundred in his district A drowning incident on Conewango Creek left a German man Beischande missing after night flood conditions A flood hit the River area earlier in the week with scarce clear days The Duplex Elliptic Steel Spring Skirts are advertised at Crandall s The Teachers Institute plans Columbus November 21 not the 2d
The Richmond Enquirer proposes a new electioneering tactic calling on the rebel secretary of war to issue bulletins of Federal disasters and Confederate successes to sway readers. In Springfield Illinois a wounded soldiers banner shows Lincoln prying a globe with a rail while Andy Johnson sits cross legged, sewing a rent.
Texas? No. New York November reports detail the trial of Donahue and others accused of forging votes in the soldiers ballot process. Witnesses describe filling blanks, substituting McClellan tickets, and a broad network led by Ferry and Col. North. Sentences for Ferry and Donahue are reported life in penitentiary. North’s fate pending.
Miss Anna E Dickinson writes to the New York Independent urging true-hearted government supporters and opponents to consider the nation’s needs. The letter emphasizes unity and reasonable criticism during a time of political strain.
Buffalo Express reports from Shenandoah actions that rebel forces cried Hurrah for McClellan, causing dismay among Union troops. Some previously pro McClellan soldiers shifted to Lincoln, according to officers like Captain Selkirk and other veterans returning from the Shenandoah campaign.
The Maryland Court of Appeals dismisses the application for injunction in the Miles agt Bradford case on appeal from the Baltimore Superior Court. Arguments on the Soldiers vote informality were heard by Governor Bradford, with a proclamation that the new Constitution’s adoption is expected tomorrow.
Gen. Gillem engaged Gen Vaughan’s command at Norristown and chased them from the field. The victory yielded 167 prisoners including a colonel and a major, six captains and eight lieutenants, five 12-pounder guns and one mountain howitzer. Prisoners and artillery arrived in Knoxville this morning.
In Jasper County on Friday cavalry reports heavy losses with 300 killed and 1 200 wounded after a late battle. Price commanded three divisions of nine brigades totaling 36 regiments averaging 400 men each plus irregular forces. He had two artillery pieces, one disabled, and his forces were pressed by Union troops amid numerous stragglers.
Baltimore observers note the new Free State Constitution takes effect tomorrow ending slavery in Maryland. The City Council approves celebration measures including a 500 gun salute at sunrise noon and sunset, city bells ringing, and flag displays urged by the mayoral proclamation.
New York reports the President denies Atlanta evacuation and Sherman would hold the city under any circumstances. Grant's movement aims to test rumors of Petersburg evacuation, viewed as reconnaissance with potential major future gains. Dix warns Canada rebels plan to vote and possibly target citizens, promising arrest of deserters and coordinators.
In Kiantone Mrs Polly Russel wife of Charles Russel Esq aged 76 died after an accidental fire in her residence. She appeared to have attempted to sweep by the fireplace and fell into flames, found about 2 PM nearly fully consumed. Also notes General Birney died in fever delirium with final words urging loyalty to the Union.
The Richmond Sentinel confirms a pact allowing the national government to send food to its soldiers held in rebel prisons and, in return, rebels will feed their prisoners under a parallel arrangement.
Thursday night passengers on the New York and Erie Railroad were attacked by a gang of ruffians from New York and Philadelphia while en route to witness a event.
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