Northern Items Reflect Confederate Outlook in March 1865
The Confederate paper reviews Northern opinion on Gov. Vance and the 1865 proclamation, noting New York press praise amid Sherman’s advance toward Raleigh. It discusses European reactions, U.S. diplomacy, Maximilian’s empire, and warnings of foreign intervention as the South debates its path to continued independence and future Congress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gov. Vance
New York Mars
Sherman
Rale’gh
Iter
New York News
England
France
United States
Dayton
Washington
Piersen
Mavinulian
Lmnpire
Alxica
Mexico
Rio Grande
Maximilian
Sre
City Pont
Guad Cate
New York
Union
Raleigh Meeting Supports War Treasury Gift Drive
The Raleigh meeting of citizens responds to Gov Vanco s call for Treasury contributions with broad unity. The group presses the tire loan and notes clerks in a conscript office voluntarily surrender meat rations to soldiers, reflecting patriotic sacrifice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Raleigh
Vancouver
Henorth
Care for public supplies and carelessness at depot
The article urges strict oversight of government aid, condemning corrupt or negligent officials who waste food and materials. Fifteen thousand bushels of corn at the depot were exposed to rain and spoiled, with blame unclear but fault admitted to be careless handling. It notes wounded soldiers arriving, churches pressed as hospitals, and citizens urged to donate nourishment and clothing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Isbor
Mavassa
Kirston
Salisbury
Tax Bill Enacted by Both Houses of Congress
Congress passes the Tax Bill on the 7th inst establishing eight percent on untaxed property and twenty percent on currency, with five and ten percent rates on other assets and profits. Exemptions apply to hospitals, churches, schools, and charities. enemy-line property is exempt while within those lines. Tax due June 1, with half in treasury notes and half in certificates, plus a 1/8 additional levy in 1955 to fund soldiers’ pay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Treasury
Impressed Supplies and Public Sacrifice Under Threat
The piece argues impressment may force government to seize civilian supplies to counter enemy advances. It suggests the move would be seen as necessary for public good and would require government to return in kind the amount taken once the emergency ends, with public consent.
Visit to Warrenton Encourages War Support from Warren
The editor visited Warrenton on Friday and spoke to a large Warren County assembly on Saturday urging supplies for the army. Judge Biggs praised the cause and pledged support for a soldier, with Warrens ready to contribute and volunteers expected when needed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Warrenton
Warren
Edifor
Biggs
Confederate States District Court
Judge Biggs
Jolsien
Othr
Forces Hold Kinston. No Yankee North of Magnolia
A sender from Kinston reports Union troops remained in position near Kinston through Sunday evening and did not retreat due to reverses. The move of a Wilmington column on their flank proved unfounded, with reliable accounts showing no Yankee troops north of Magnolia along the Wilmington road. Citizens are urged to disregard exaggerated rumors.
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Kinston
Wilmington
Magnolia
Menace
N. Y
Monroe
Union County
Chester Ditrit
Charley Bremm
Marshall Jones
Charlott Democrat
Sherman
South Carolina
North
Graham
Fayetteville
Richmond
Robeson
Brushing With Cavalry Feels Squeezed In Fayetteville
The account recalls Gen Compton and Gen Hardee charging Kilpatrick’s cavalry in Fayetteville with only their guard, killing and capturing several, while Hampton personally killed two. Sherman and Schofield advance with risk and loss yet a hopeful resolve pervades. The piece urges steadfast support for the army and leaders amid ongoing trials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Compton
Fayetteville
Hardee
Kilpatrick
Hampton
Sherman
Schofield
The Provision Order Seizures Reported
Officers seize family supplies under a provision order, leaving at most ninety days for each family. Authorities justify taking rations to deny enemy access and preserve for future use, while urging restraint to avoid offense to the pope and unnecessary inconvenience.
Confederate Public Meeting in Wake County Raleigh
A Wake County public meeting, chaired by Ex-Gov Manly, discussed support for Gen Lee's army. Governor urged voluntary subsistence for the army, with extensive donor list of bacon flour corn and cash. A Raleigh subscription drive was formed, with districts to solicit further contributions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wake
Ra'eizh
Vare
Lee
Raleigh
Manly
Sr. G. Lewis
J. H. Bryan
Columbia
Carlina
Virginia
Petersburg
Richmond
Congress
Sheriman
Gen
Sherman
W R Richardson
Dr. Deems
Jones
W Mordecai
J W Cunninggim
Dr. Johnson
EB Illywood
Col Mailett
Dr Miller
R H Jones
W H Seeper
Wiley Palmer
N B Cobb
Mr Pritenard
J E Allen
L D Stephenson
Bo ¥Lan
Mayor Harrison
KR H Bartle
Gov. Manly
Capt J M Walker
J D Riyster
J H Bryan
J A More
Gen Homs
A_P Woodall
Thos
Campbell
AR Raven
Llased
R G Lewis
Lion EL KR Gars
Kemp P Battle
Messrs P F Pesced
Jas Litchford
J M Parris
Ralaigh
Chas. Manly
R. G. Lewis
The War and Faith in a Southern Christian Voice
A Civil War era writer argues that infidelity and idolatry undermine nations, drawing a parallel between ancient Israel and the Confederate South. He urges unwavering faith, denounces Northern enemies, and calls for unified piety to secure victory and future religious liberty.
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Advocate
Israel
House of Judah
Moses
Jeroboam
Hezekiah
Seracharib
God
Judah
Adair
Confederate States
South
British Isles
Johnson Speech Sparks Senate Scenes In Washington
The report describes Vice President elect Johnson giving an incoherent address in the Senate chamber before the oath. Senators react with mortified silence while diplomats and ministers exchange troubled glances. Johnson proceeds after the oath, prompting further interruptions until officials intervene to end the proceedings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Andy Johnson
Washington
Senate
Hamlin
Mr. Johnson
Hendricks
Foster
Lincoln
Andrew Johnson
Andrew Jhosan
Tennessee
Raypublican Party
Juliisor
Themelis
House of Representatives
Chare
Mr. Stanton
Secretary of the Navy
Lees
Mr. Welles
Lebbin
Globe
Johneon Coud
Itig
Lis Cn ‘Istiva
Rotshun Barbor County
Skntucky
Johnson
Himlia
Uwamlia
Amin
Ile
Supreme Court
Senate Chamber
Hainin
Johns
Ess
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