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Newspaper
Weekly Confederate
Location
Raleigh, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1864
Page
3
A Confederate officer fresh from the front describes soldiers as resilient and undaunted by labor or watch. He notes their belief in victory over Grant and shares poignant anecdotes of wounded comrades, including an amputee pleading for an ambulance and a blind survivor urging the fight to continue.
An official statement outlines Gov. Vance's blockade era operations detailing state purchases for soldiers, profits cited at millions, and extensive distribution of cards. It notes bacon, corn, and rice bought where abundant and sold where scarce, plus new blockade runners and imported materials used in state commerce.
The last Congress amended the renewal act to relieve the state of burdensome redemptions. Instead of paying cash, the Treasury will redeem at par in a new issue the amount of old bonds held by the state. Remaining bonds may be redeemed at 4 percent, 20 year terms, with the state holding about $1,400,000 of old bonds and $3,000,000 in new issues.
A Union troop movement near Kinston is described with details from reliable sources. The 15th Connecticut, NY Light Artillery, and two cavalry regiments totaling about 1200 men are named, with 700 infantry and three artillery pieces joining a 300 man advance toward a junction at Southek, aiming to neutralize outposts. Prisoners include 52 men, with several from the 6th North Carolina cavalry and Cogdell's company. The column was led by Capt West and allegedly aided by local guides.
The telegraph lines from Petersburg to Richmond connect with the Confederacy, strengthening fortifications as Lee’s forces skirmish with Grant’s, with Confederate casualties light but enemy losses heavy. Deserters and demoralization in Grant’s troops are noted, while Lee’s strategy and anticipated battles are discussed amid weather, raiders, and rumors of supply disruptions.
It is not often that so rare a sale of articles is offered at Auction as the lot advertised for next Saturday by Messrs Tucker Andrews and Co. They have for sale privately a choice and superior lot of cloths ladies dress goods etc. The well known reputation of this new firm will ensure a large business in the Auction and Commission trade.
A fragment praises a wife as essential to a man’s fortunes and resilience under hardship. It urges choosing a spouse who can adore poverty and remain truly a man’s help mate in all circumstances. The style mirrors old proverbs on marriage and loyalty.
In 1840, a glowing reminiscence portrays Mr Holdem as a rising figure in a log cabin scene. A coon and an opossum sit nearby while cider ages in a barrel, and a gourd goblet stands ready as he speaks. The piece recalls his shift from Democratic republican roots to the Standard and later labels such as Mexican Whigs and Know Nothings, with sharp caricature of his early ambitions and habits.
The Lynchburg Republican reports near Quemaker Church on the Salem Turnpike four miles from the city as Crook and Averill force clashes with Confederate cavalry led by Gen. Imbode. It notes casualties including Major Dives mortally wounded, captures and prisoners, and indicates a heavy artillery duel along the turnpike. The piece asserts Confederate defense remains strong and promises to name engaged troops once appropriate.
The Petersburg Register details a Friday morning artillery duel east of the city on the Appomattox with 27th Hagood’s Brigade losses and 29 prisoners, plus reports of Yankee raids toward Danville and Burkeville Junction. Mahone’s command captures 500 Yankees, 28 officers, and destroys sections of the Petersburg Weldon railroad while rebels prepare to restore track.
The Supreme Court delivered opinions in cases including Staté v Black from Ashe, Bowers Strudwick from Orange, and Waltrie Gotha on certiorari. Dismissals and directs to state an account proceed with errors noted. multiple judges including Pearson Batree Masry and Contam decline further errors.
A fragment notes North Carolina casualties listed in the Atlanta Confederacy concerning Gowiveston and their allies. The brief references names such as J A Sumsen J E Avzad Shultar and Yeargin among others, with unclear roles and units, reflecting a wartime casualty roster.
Telegrams from Petersburg and Lynchburg describe Union advances near Petersburg with Sherman holding Kenesaw Mountain while Johnston resists across the Chattooga. Reports note continuous rain hindering movements, Confederate retreat in demoralized formation, and estimates of Federal losses. cavalry actions include ten artillery pieces captured and numerous wagons, horses, and cattle destroyed.
A fragmentary legal notice proposes an investigation into officers and claimants of a deceased estate, detailing eligibility for widows children and guardians, with references to court certification and executor filings. It also includes a political appeal urging support for a House of Commons candidate, describing independence, patriotism, and public service.
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