Reconstruction rhetoric and Southern resistance to terms
A Confederate era voice denounces reconstruction as unacceptable and blames Northern terms for driving Southerners away from reconciliation. It claims the Southern people will not accept humiliating terms, praising soldiers’ resolve for independence and warning against reuniting with the old government. The piece mentions North Carolina politics, deserters, and shortages, with notes on recruitment and Confederate sentiment.
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Confederate States of America
Listley
Virginia Declarations Support War Unity and Confederate Peace
The Virginia House of Delegates adopted resolutions insisting on prosecuting the war until independence and a trusted Confederate peace, asserting constitutional authority and rejecting any negotiations with the enemy. The piece notes North Carolina’s steadfastness, cites treason by early secessionists, and covers bounty proposals for soldiers and a Yankee oath tale.
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House of Delegates
Viginia
Confederacy
Aseeredly
Proclamation by Jefferson Davis appointing fast day
The Confederate president proclaims a day of public fasting humiliation and prayer with thanksgiving, urging soldiers and citizens to observe March tenth in reverent penance and prayer. He notes God’s mercy, seeks divine aid, and asks for peace and independence for the Confederacy. Additional items report rowdyism in Augusta and praise for President Davis from the Selma Despatch.
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Congress
Confederate States
Jefferson Davis
Confederate States of America
Richmond
Selraa
Davis
Confederate Captain Semmes Praises Alabama Veterans Abroad
Capt Semmes, returning to Mobile from a speech after a serenade, lauds Confederate sailors for creating and sustaining victories with no army or navy. He notes cruisers crippled enemy supply lines and spread respect for the Confederate flag while carrying the banner nearly globally. He expresses a wish to share in the nation’s imperishable glory and does not seek higher honors.
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Semmes
Alabama
Mobile
Ocean
Aly
Georgia’s steadfast Confederate spirit amid Sherman’s advance
In a periodized reflection the Confederate Union asserts Georgia remains loyal to wartime principles despite Sherman’s march. It notes a minority’s fear and cowardice, counters that the state stands firm, and references General D. H. Hill’s Augusta orders removing noncombatants including young men unwilling to trench life.
Charleston Rumors of Civil War Movements From The Courier
The Courier reports no major action since the last update as Yankee forces hover near Legare's and White Point while river sounds are being made at Dakoo. Enemies burn residences along routes, seize enslaved people, and push toward Augusta. scouts note infantry near Ennis and Cross Roads with trains. Sherman suspected to move toward Branchville.
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Catolina
Ce Press of
Nor Corilina
Augusta
Atate Cotive Chronicele & Soeel
Nor Carolina
Charleston
Little Britain Island
Legare’s
White Point
Dakoo River
Ennis
Cross Roada
Robertsville
D. C
Sherman
Branchville
The Exemption Bill Explained by the Richmond Sentinel
The Richmond Sentinel explains the exemption bill as passed by the House of Representatives, noting it repeals the fifteen year exemption and exemptions granted by the President or Secretary of War for under forty year olds, while preserving certain detailed exemptions and prohibitions for future grants. It argues the bill targets abuses, not lawful exemptions, and discusses bonds for exempted or detailed men. It also covers soldiers’ morale and calls for vigilance against convention schemes.
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The
Richmond Sentinel
House of Representatives
Secretary of War
Confederate Advertisements and Job Work Notice
The Confederate issues a general advertising rate offering insertions at ten lines per item and noting marriage notices and obituaries as separate advertisement charges. It also states job work of every description will be executed at the office with dispatch, aiming for Southern Confederacy standards.
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Confderacy
Battle against low mood urged across the nation
A 1866 Confederate period piece argues that the disease of low mood threatens the country and must be fought by all citizens. The writer urges perseverance, the full use of resources for the army, and unity among Thoughtful, speech, writing, and action to support soldiers and defend independence.
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Hood
Johnston
Gen. Johnston
Wil. Journal
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