How We Get On War Measures and Emancipation Debate
An editorial argues the war aims require defeating the rebellion and restoring the Union, with emancipation of slaves as a strategic weapon. It cites Fremont and Cochrane advocating emancipation and seizure of rebel property, while urging dismissal of pro slavery conservatives. It notes shifting public opinion and calls for cleaning corrupt Washington clerks.
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The
Union
Beaufort
Fremont
Free North
Gen. Butler
Jim Lane
Washington
Cameron
Sotprers
God Hus
Ol. Cochrane
South
Wetmore's invention trial ends with stormy voyage and secessionary antics
A Wednesday voyage on Wetmore's boat up the river saw a 3 PM departure from the wharf toward Point Breeze, with a crowd aboard including a flat boat delegation that attempted to secede. After repairs, the trip returned to shore as praise for Wetmore's towing potential grew, while Gough's Erie speech captivated a packed hall, praised for dramatic delivery and moral emphasis.
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Wetmore
Point Breeze
Masonic Burial and Local Enlistment Notice
Mr William Hackney of this place was buried with Masonic honors on Tuesday last. A fair representation of the order attended the solemn scene. The brethren’s loyalty through life and beautiful burial is praised amid a world of insincerity. Attention Battalion enlists under Col Wm Freshmuth in Philadelphia for Curtin Huzzars Cavalry. Maj Titus from here coordinates recruitment and formation of companies to be sent to Philadelphia.
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William Hackney
Wm. Freshmuth
Philadelphia
Curtin Huzzars
Titus
Letter from Fort McHenry reveals mounting firepower and fortifications
Corporal Gro. W. Clark writes from Fort McHenry on November 1, 1861 describing the fort’s expansion from no guns to over 70 pieces including ten inch mortars. He notes defenses at Federal Hill and Murray's Hill, strong city harbor coverage, and about 900 men stationed, with 1000 to 1500 in the surrounding area as drum signals fade.
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Fort McHenry
Clark
Patapsco
Federal Hill
Baltimore
Murray’s Hill
Jeff Devis
Potomac
Gro. W. Clark
Co. I
2Nd
U.S. Artillery
Old Rats Caught and Northern War News Reported
Dispatches recount the capture of Mason and Slidell and praise Captain Wilkes. It notes Confederate and Northern reactions, with mentions of Wisconsin governor race results and local tax payment reminders. Additional items cover church society meetings and Dupont powder mill explosions.
Parson Brownlow defiant on arrest and prison pledge
The Knoxville Whig editor, indicted on treason charges amid Civil War tensions, vows not to bow to Confederate oaths. He claims authorities seek to silence the last Union paper in the seceded states and says he would endure prison with pride as a defender of his principles.
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Parson Brownlow
Tennessee
Knoxville Whig
Union
East Tennessee
Knoxville
John Rogers
Dupont Reports Bay Point Hilton Head Victory and Fort Walker Beauregard Seizure
Rear Admiral DuPont reports a four hour engagement silencing batteries at Bay Point Hilton Head Forts Walker and Beauregard. His ships captured 43 cannon and two small brass field pieces. Marines and seamen held Hilton beach until General Sherman arrived and Dupont transferred command.
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Dupont
Fort Walker
Fort Beauregard
Hilton Beach
Sherman
South Carolina
J. Dupont
Debt rise and wartime spending contrast noted
A New York Times summary argues the public debt increase is far below one million dollars daily, averaging seven hundred thousand since September. It cites heavy September October navy outlays and purchases, plus August 19 negotiations, with naval ventures paid from the merchant marine.
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United States
N.Y. Times
Capture of Mason and Slidell off Bermuda
A Charleston Mercury letter notes iron sheeting for the Merrimac failed under Cloumbiads trial. A Fortress Monroe report says Slidell and Mason were taken from the English Mail Steamer on the 8th off Bermuda by Lieut. Fairfax and 85 armed men from the San Jacinto. They resisted feebly but were led away. Slidell’s wife and four children were allowed to proceed to Europe. Com. Wilkes told Gen. Wool he acted rightly and could be cashiered if wrong.
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Mason
Slidell
New Yor
Charleston Mercury
Monroe
Bermuda
Lieut
Fairfax
San Jacinto
United States
Eustis
Europe
Wilkes
General Wool
Slidell and Mason Captured From British Packet Trent
Capt. Taylor reports that the San Jacinto halted near the Babama channel and halted the British packet Trent, capturing Mason and Slidell. Lieut Fairfax led boarding, with Eustis and McFarlin brought aboard en route to New York. Other passengers and the ladies connected to the Slidell and Mason party continued to Havanna and St Thomas. Official dispatches detail the capture and the protest from Mason and Slidell.
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Washington
Taylor
San Jacinto
Cienfue
Slidell
Mason
Havanna
War Cruze
St. Thomas
Southampton
Babama Channel
Comemand
Lieut Fairfax
Eustis
McFarlin
Fortresses and Flags of Truce Report Civil War Tensions
Fortified at Fortress Mownox on Friday November 15, Union supporters including about twenty five women arrive after a flag of truce. Rebels suffer morale loss after Port Royal victory. The Merrimac remains docked, expected to sink. three layers of inch boiler iron encase her hull.
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Mownox
Union
Port Royal
Sitls
Baltimore
Accomac County
Virginia
Geo. Dix
National Intelligencer Justifies Mason Slidell Capture
Washington reports the National Intelligencer argues Captain Wilkes acted under international law to board the English steamer and seize Mason and Slidell for rebellion. Richmond prisoners relay letters amid alarm, while St Louis dispatches describe Price’s rebels advancing and refugees fleeing. General arrivals and troop movements on the Pacific Railroad are noted, with Accomac rebels dissolving. Toronto papers condemn the seizure and urge liberation without remonstrance.
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National Intelligencer
Mason and Slidell
Wilkes
State Department
Richmond
Ely
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Halleck
Hamilton
Sturgis
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Hunter
Pope
Pacific Railroad
Rolla
Sigel
Asboth
Col. Price
Toronto
Globe and Leader
The
Globe
Great Britain
Leader
War Office to Ask Governors to Withdraw Agents for Arms
The War Department will issue a circular to state governors urging withdrawal of local agents for buying arms both domestic and abroad. The move comes as the government expects sufficient army supply through its own agency. President appoints Capt. Foote flag officer in Western Military Department, ranking with Major-Generals to prevent land naval command conflict. Allen Francis of Springfield Illinois named Consul to Victoria Vancouver Island.
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Washington
War Department
Foote
Western Military Department
Allen Francis
Springfield
Victoria
Vancouver
Erie Regiments Wins Potomac Drill Prize
The prize for the best drilled regiment on the Potomac was won by the Erie Regiment, a compliment to the local volunteers and a source of pride for Erie citizens as reported by the Erie True American.
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Gar
Potomac
Erie
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