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Newspaper
Weekly Confederate
Location
Raleigh, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1864
Page
3
A July June 1678564 dispatch attacks Cel McRae and allies, labeling supporters mercenary and denouncing rival figures, while defending patriots and accusing others of disloyal conduct amid Confederate era politics and press battles.
The State Journal reports confusion as factions speculate about a move labeled faithful and a withdrawal from a contest. Rumors swirl whether the chessheart seeks self nomination or is acting to dodge disgrace while Gov. s and allies face backlash. The piece suggests a strategic setup to provoke public reaction.
Readers lament not receiving the Augusta Constitutionalist or the Columbus edition, questioning distribution and asking who is responsible for the gaps. The note highlights access issues and concerns about which party should address irregular newspaper delivery.
In Gordonsboro North Carolina on December 12 1863 a correspondent writes of sending four dollars for the Weekly Standard to Needham Smith and complains of illness and unrest. He condemns the Davis administration and laments the loss of national flag respect while hoping for change and a future time of reckoning.
The fragment argues a private missive to Holden reveals treasonous sentiment against the Confederacy. It suggests Holden’s reply, or lack thereof, will prove his stance and tests public patience and government resolve against disloyal plots.
A North Carolina article defends Gen Braxton Bragg against repeated press attacks. It condemns hostile state and Virginia coverage, lauds Bragg as a disciplined, capable commander with Mexican War credentials, integrity, and public duty, and challenges critics to substantiate their charges with official reports.
The piece defends Gov. Vance against claims over reserve forces sent to meet a presumed Yankee raid from Newbern, noting the authorities sent them home after the danger passed and warning of the broader cost to Duplin farmers. It then recounts the Baldwin Florida engagement where Union forces were repulsed near Jacksonville after a night march.
The Wilmington Journal reports a physician recalling a wounded officer near Richmond who quipped about slaughtering the enemy, while a deserter from the Thirty second North Carolina faces Castle Thunder for desertion before the Wrymouth battle. Gen Kilpatrick states wounds will force him to relinquish command as he heads home. commanders Foote and Murchison noted.
The Richmond Examiner condemns Telegraph company charges as extortionate with the Mongory Mail exposing repeated rate hikes. From January to today, ten words to Atlanta rose from $1.20 to $4.80 as gold values fell, with no public explanation or wage adjustment for workers.
The Rich mond Sentinel explains that four percent bonds and certificates may be used without interest to pay 1864 taxes until December 31 1864 but not for year end salary or income taxes or first quarter sales. It urges Congress to permit 4 percent bonds for 1864 income and first quarter sales. The report also notes the Grand Royal Arch Chapter of North Carolina met in Wilmington electing officers and making appointments. Richmond army updates say conditions around the city remain, with uncertainty on Stranton and anticipated activity from Yankee raiders near Petersburg next week.
A sensational report claimed Governor Pickens daughter was killed by a shell at a wedding in Charston. The story proved false, traced to a New York paper and a sensational correspondent aboard a blockade fleet.
A long article in the Wadesboro Argus is misattributed to the Conservative of the city. The piece also appears in other papers credited to the Confederate. The writer asks to claim responsibility and rejects others shifting blame.
The Petersburg Express reports Brig. Gen. Matt Ransom has been promoted to Major General. The paper lauds him as a gallant officer and notes he has earned laurels for his service, including honors won at Plymouth.
The Chattanooga Hebe, driven from post to pillar by yankees, sets base at Griffin Georgia. Its first number issued Monday. Wilhineton Monly Market notes at 7.30 recur at 80 dollars. Specie declines. brokers buy gold at 16 per unit and silver at 15 per unit. Virginia and South Carolina bank notes fetch 2 for one. North Carolina notes 2.60 for 8. NC Treasury notes 1.25 for one.
Complete casualty roll for Cooke's brigade 15th North Carolina Troops led by Col. Wm. McRae in May and June 1864 engagements. Includes killed wounded and missing across Co A to Co K with names, units and injuries. recapitulation shows 0 officers killed, 10 privates killed, 5 officers wounded, 158 privates wounded, 0 officers missing, 8 privates missing.
List of casualties from Company F, 12th Regiment NCT Johnston's Brigade in battles May 6 9 10 12 1864 at Mine Run Wilderness Spotsylvania. Names include Kilfed Moeely Davis Dake Reavis killed. Turnbull Allen Bobbitt Cottrell Duke Montgomery Williams wounded. missing Allen Darnell Worttem. Also notes Taylorville departure May 4 and retreat after breaching breastworks.
A Canton dated letter describes a week of violence in Vicksburg where some negroes insulted women, citizens attempted punishment, and several were killed before Yankee troops from Banks' expedition intervened. The soldiers, near retirement, reportedly caused further turmoil as they left.
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