Appeal to Guilford County for Confederate war support
Aparagraph urging Guilford, Greene, and surrounding counties to honor fallen soldiers and rally behind Mr Dick, Mr Postick, and Mr Riverett in the Confederate cause. The piece portrays the war as a test of national survival and appeals for votes as an act of national duty. It emphasizes steadfastness against a ruthless foe and loyalty to kin and friends serving.
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North Carolina
Keye
Guilford
Greene
Stun
Helden
Poomingo
Settle
Janes
Feet
Et Patrick
Major Win
Meriar
Peter
Ney
Postick
Riverett
Reserbof
Batitis
Fractured War Era Row Over Holden Controversy
The fragmentary 1860s tobacco era debate centers on Mr Holden and editor Mr. Hedden with Col. McRae and Gen. Longstreet figures named. The piece defends the Confederate press against personal attacks while noting exemptions and wartime loyalties. The letter-style argument disputes accusations of disrespect and calls for balanced, restrained commentary amid political faction tensions.
Election Returns Delayed by Progress Impeding Governor Vote News
The Progress reports scarce returns from the Governor election. Private dispatches claim Virginia and North Carolina results were delayed to prevent public awareness. Estimated totals around 5,700 are mentioned as the withheld figures.
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Privete
Virvirieus
Caces
Lina
Beujody
Holden’s Epithets and Shifting Allegations Highlight Political Feud
The text catalogs Holden’s repeated use of epithets against opponents, labeling figures such as Dapanagy McRye as monarchist, Henry Clay as gambler and murderer, Badger as oligarch and driveller, Graham as demagogue, and Gilmer as abolitionist. It notes later reversals and retractions, ending with a claim that Holden is a scholar but remains accused of bias and sensational language.
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Henry Clay
Yee
Mr. Badger
Ewis Cassardan
Wm. A. Graham
Jas. B. Shepard
Gov. Graham
John A Gilmer
G. Rowe
Charles Manly Wee
N P Boyden
de Fock
Gil Ashame
Doc Igecraug
Major Mallett Nomination Controversy in 1844 Senate
In 1844 the Senate did not confirm Major Mallett as colonel of conscription. Secretary of War Seddon explains the law limited ranks to Major for officers commanding, so Mallett’s promotion lacked authority. The case centers on the legality of appointing Mallett to higher rank and the department’s stance.
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Senate
Mallett
Congress
Matett
Richiond
Seddon
Meir Mallets
Crmuosp
G &Vp
A.c.s. A
Yeas
James A. Seddon
The Election Ideology and Voter Security Weighs In
The piece argues for voter security amid fears of deserters and Tory influence in several counties. It claims the Union seeks to intimidate the ballot, urges freedmen citizens to prepare at the polls, and calls on the government to ensure lawful, secure voting everywhere.
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Moore
Yarl
Raudekin
Forsyth
Petersburg
Podmond
Uclden
Margin Tickets and Mr Holden Scrutiny in War Ruse
District paper notes confusion over ticket margins and color codes used by Mr Holden for Margin Tickets. An apparent inquiry links a law officer to tickets found at Holden’s office amid talk of fictional or tainted print runs and possible political mischief involving Governor Vance and Mr Jolden.
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Cate
Ha'den
Gu Dale
Holden
Horien
Margia
Helder
Vance
Mr. Helden
Helden
Governor Vance Alleged Profane Language Reported
The Progress editor and a witness named Hauser claim Governor Vance used profane phrases, though Hauser has been out of the army since last October. The report hinges on secondhand testimony and contested presence at the event.
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Vance
The
Progress
Hauser
Vanec. S
Vote From Camps Shows Vance Leads Holden In North Carolina
Soldiers at Camp Holmes hospitals and the City Quartermaster’s Office report Governor votes with Ger Vance leading Holden by about ten to one. The tally suggests strong peace sentiment across the state. Legislative and routine local results list Wayne Ebsoran Wake County and several district races with Holden ticket candidates largely absent in the House votes.
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North Carolina
Wayme
Laws
Rietar
Shera
Ihish
S Ruse
Hav
iletmEs
Senate
Wes. Howe
House of Commons
Fowle
Ulley
Holden
House
Shengo
Aigh
Russ
Macon
Jones County
Central Railroad
Gordon's Dad
Walnut Creek Bridge
Clinton
Macon and Western
Freedom of election amid army voting dispute
The piece defends soldiers who voted, rebutting claims that the army vote was coerced or that officers bore authority over soldiers. It asserts soldiers are free, independent voters, and challenges Mr Pennington and Mr Holden, claiming army support will sway the result. It emphasizes the duty of officers and pleads for public verification of the army vote.
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Tabave
Pennington
Alon Peat
Wr. Pennington
Fayetteville Street
Mr. Helden
Maren
Mr. Holden
North Carolina
Peace Negotiation Discussion From Richmond Sentinel
The piece argues that Peace Commissioners were not appointed by the Confederate Government to treat with the United States. It defends intervention by respected leaders to seek peace and cites religious and moral authority, including a mention of the Kearsarge incident, from the Richmond Enquirer dated the 25th.
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Clay
Biscombe
Thompson
Confederacy
Duleisis
Puzilists
Chrstisus
Desperation and Disorder in Election Day Turmoil
A strained critique portrays Governor Holden as a victim of desperation masking madness amid election-day unrest. The writer accuses officers and soldiers of abuse while claiming nurses and local women provoked votes by distracting soldiers and tearing Holden tickets. The piece alleges Holden fled unsafe premises and accuses Holden ally Bauer of aligning against respectable females.
Soldiers Appeal to North Carolina Voters for Governor Choice
Soldiers declare the independence of the Confederacy and North Carolina's honor, loyalty, and fame at stake in the election. They urge citizens to vote with the troops, asking whether the people will ratify their decision and support Governor Vance as defender of vital interests. The message frames the vote as historic and urgent.
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Min
North
Carofica
Vance
Krotheig
Kinswen
Freeda
North Canton
Circular charges fraud and corrupt influence in Raleigh hospitals
A Confederate Extra reports Mr. Holden’s circulation accusing hospital surgeons and city officials of fraud and suppression of army vote news. It claims women of the Hospital Relief Association conspired to sway young ladies, while Governor Vance’s supporters tout official dispatches and a misrepresented death rumor. The document invites scrutiny by officers, soldiers, and citizens. Governor Vance is said to be touring Lumberton and Wilmington. Holden’s death is claimed.
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Holden
Lial
Sean Lele Sfanda
Ra‘eigh
Helden
Vesterd
Ehef
E. Burke Laywon
Hospital Relief Association
KataLes
Smeel
Sivdiden
Vance
Salistusy
Wilmington
Lumberton
North Carolina
Lousiana
James
Confederate News Flash on Deep Bottom and Macon Rail Actions
Richmond reports Yankee forces recrossed the James River front at Deep Bottom as Grant's army moved. At Macon and Griffin, Georgia, cavalry skirmishes disrupted rails, telegraph, and bridges with heavy losses on both sides and reports of captures and prisoner counts.
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Virginia
Richmond
Janes River
Grant
Civil War Dispatches Reflect Union and Confederate Struggles
The Baltimore press reports scarce accounts from the upper Potomac area and urges authorities to restrict reporting. Sherman tightens around Atlanta while Missouri's condition worsens amid retaliation fears and Kentucky enforces martial law. Augusta set for August 10 prayer gathering for victory and expulsion of foes from Georgia.
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Richmond
Baltimore
Potomac
Maryland
Georgia
Sherman
Atlanta
Grant
Missouri
Kentucky
Geary Augusta
Ancae
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