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Newspaper
Weekly Confederate
Location
Raleigh, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1864
Page
1
Advertisement notes terms for a Confederate press publication, listing pricing and edition options. Mentions proprietors and refers to tri weekly and monthly editions with varying subscription durations and reception dates.
The article discusses Mr. Hale and Mr. Holden and their roles in Whig politics, comparing editorial stances and loyalties. It cites figures like Gov. Dadly, Gov. Owen, Judge Merles, and others in North Carolina public life. The piece critiques how party divisions and newspaper alignments influence public discourse and legacy.
A historical notice discusses Maliett receiving a colonel rank amid disputes by the War Secretary and Senate over higher rank eligibility. It notes possible amendment of law and requests a copy of an obituary notice for confirmation.
A satirical piece treats Col. McRae as a game cock, praising the game bird ideal while recounting Gov. Vance's political misfortunes. The author uses fowl imagery to critique North Carolina politics and dismisses the Governor’s influence after a feathered scandal.
Voters face a grave duty in choosing representatives for the North Carolina Legislature. They must select trusted, loyal men whose actions reflect the nation’s welfare and the war effort. Vote for candidates with proven character to avoid betraying the people and country.
A county resident in Petersburg recalls Yankee prisoners heard discussing military outcomes and Gov. Vance. The piece criticizes the Progress and Nelson papers, defends Gov. Vance, and notes reactions to Bragg and Johnson with satire on Confederate politics.
A first-person account from General Early’s army describes rapid marches from Martinsburg to Harper’s Ferry, captures of towns, and skirmishes near Washington. It notes prisoners, stores seized or burned, and a march toward Baltimore with optimism about future actions.
In Dosson North Carolina July 1864 the Enquirer asks Confederate Attorney Geo V Stona to define treason and explain how secret oathbound traitors like Holden can attempt to overthrow the Confederate Government without committing treason urging public officers to clarify the crime.
The London Star reports that the Ministry faces a speedy dissolution of Parliament. It asserts the impending vote of censure will proceed, and that once essential business is cleared, Parliament will be dissolved.
A North Carolina editorial argues Gov. Vance remains a true patriot while contrasting Holden’s party switchings from Whig to Democrat to Conservative. It critiques Holden’s attacks on Clay and Vance, notes secession stance shifts, and warns against anti peace positions impacting the war effort.
The passage discusses Confederate advertisements for job work and notices while arguing Reuben Holden challenges Governor Vance. It asserts the state’s intelligence favors Vance over Holden, names supporting figures, and condemns Holden’s leadership as insincere. It urges a brave, consistent leader to face peril and protect citizens and property.
The note pleads for generous salaries for university staff and rising wages for workers, citing banks as generous employers. It praises past gifts to buildings and libraries since 1437, totaling over 75 900, and highlights a 3000 annual income level while stressing Faculty deserve equal liberality. The piece urges trustees to maintain steady endowments and support for education.
A New York press summary laments rising military conscription in the Civil War. It cites figures from 1861 to 1865, noting calls for three year and nine month service, militia mobilizations, and ongoing draft numbers. It accuses abolitionists and political leaders of demanding more bloodshed to feed the war machine.
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