Claim by D K McRae on libel concerning naval stores contract
The document defends D K McRae against a London produced libel titled Appendix to the Life and Times of Duncan K McRae. He asserts that Sanders forged a false narrative about a government contract on naval stores, recounts negotiating steps, payments, and his role in the State’s operations. He says he handled the scrip, paid cash via Major Weston, supplied clothing and arms, and earned only the Governor’s agreed compensation. He vows to pursue justice for himself and his accusers as to the libel’s publication.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J.T. Leach
Holden
Duncan K. McRae
London
George N.banders
Sanders
Mr. Sanders
Mason
Commodore Maury
de Leon
White
Th. Hughes
Messrs. Collie & Co
Messrs. Collie & Co., With Whom Mr. White
John A. Weston
Baltimore
Richmond
Morehead
Harding
Hughes
Messrs
Weston
Wiiwington
Confederacy
Nfon
D. K. McRae
Holden urged to pause and renounce candidacy
A editorial urges Mr. Holden to renounce his nomination and place, arguing he stands at a pivotal moment to choose self denial over factionalism. It states his peace movement aided the enemy, harmed national effort, and exposed him to distrust, urging him to withdraw and restore public trust.
Governor's Council Appoints Davidson to Fill Patton Vacant Seat
The Governor's Council met in this city by invitation of the Executive and appointed Hon. A. T. Davidson to fill the Buncombe death vacancy left by James S. Patton. The council declined an extra session due to insufficient financial urgency and no other business is reported.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. T. Davidson
James S. Patton
Buncombe
A Noble Solder A Glorious Death and Example
Leut. Pau B. Grier of Co. E Tith Regiment NC T died at Bristow Station Va on Oct 14 after writing to his mother that he could not seek furlough while the cause called him to defend his country. His last words express devotion and resolve before he fell seven days later as a martyr for the Union.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bristow Station
Leut
Pau B. Grier
Co. E. Tith
Bethel) Regiment
N.C. T
Margret Grier
Mecklenburg County
Be Sure It Is Right Before Interfering In Others Affairs
The Winston Sentinel cites Davy Crockett urging caution before meddling in others affairs. It defends Capt Barnetts course of advertising, notes government friendliness to Rixey ads, and warns the Confederate Government payment policy. It urges creditors to present claims by April 1 to avoid deductions in the current Treasury issue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Metsminger
Virginia High Court of Appeals upholds Conscription Act
The Virginia High Court of Appeals renders a unanimous decision in the Burroughs case, settling the constitutional questions on the Conscription Act. Chief Justice Pearson alone dissents, taunting the majority as a “BaL against the field,” with rumors he may resign in contempt for the age’s degeneracy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
High Court of Appeals
Virginia
Burroughs
Manly
Battle
Pearson
Suspended Editorial and Public Anxiety in August
The public is anxious to know what is suspended the Standard or its Editor. The Editor, now candidate, is more in suspense than the paper and will remain so until the first Thursday of August when he will be cut down. Gen Morgan and Lady with the General's Staff passed through the city yesterday toward Richmond. Four Yankee prisoners from Richmond escaped the cars Thursday night. Keep a strict watch for stragglers. Also from Charleston Courier the 8th: two swift steamers with valuable cargoes, mostly on Government account, arrived at a Confederate port in safety.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Holden
Holden
Davis
Giles Mebane
Alamance
Wlliam B. Wright
Payetteville
Gilmer
Gorell
Judge Gilliam
Col. Barnes
M. Q. Waddel
Barr
Hirself
Confederacy
Walden
Congress
Federal Congress
Standard
Richmond
Charleston
Butler
Lincely
Lincoln
Fremont
Pepe
Gulf
Abe
Sanitary Commission
Chicago
Wistar
Meade
Lee
Rappahannock
Williamsburg
Commissariat
Asa
Rigiimond
Dan Ville
North Carolina
Boyle
Williamburg
Ther Sentinel
Bottum’s Bridge
Chickahominy
Prise
Cgreneral Butler
White House
Washington
Gert
Assas
Betel
Intereis
Butler's Richmond raid plan exposed in speculated U S account
A late issue of Wilkes' Spirit of the Timer claims Lincoln sought to seize Richmond, free Federal prisoners, and destroy Confederate hubs, detailing supposed maneuvers from Williamsburg to Bottoms Bridge and a mutinous Williamsburg firing incident that altered the raid's course. The piece critiques Lincoln and Butler, blaming political aims for the failure and noting a reprieve for a mutineer changed the sequence.
The Civil War Political Strife and Butler’s Retreat
A fragmented report discusses military retreats and political intrigues surrounding Butler, Lee, and Lincoln. It laments perceived presidential influence, argues for a full investigation into the Boyle affair, and notes Confederate hopes and Union political anxieties amid prisoner exchanges and local sentiment. Captain B F P Little is commended for return from captivity and visits home.
Gov Brown's Georgia message and currency dispute
A fragment from a late 19th century paper reports rapid collapse of Mr Holden currency with brokers avoiding trades and attorneys’ fees paid in it. speculation ends as a judge deems the issue counterfeit. It also notes Gov Brown’s controversial Georgia message, behind-time telegraph delivery, and praise for his patriotism amid constitutional clashes. General E Kirby Smith named full General. warnings against sharpers and urging frugal purchases.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gov. Brown
Georgia
Legislature of
Wilmington Journal
Richmond
Col. Thrasher
Raleigh
Gov
Brown
Political Poking at the Surgeon General Office in North Carolina
A critical column questions the purpose of a separate hospital establishment and the Surgeon General’s Bureau, mocking its usefulness and suggesting political maneuvering around Postmaster General Warren. It speculates on appointments, calls for veteran doctors, and weighs Governor Vance, Holden, and Holden against the Surgeon General in a vivid, period voice.
The Four Per Cent Bonds Explained Plainly
A Richmond Enquirer summary clarifies the Four Per Cent bonds noting they were notated in 1864, are receivable at face value without interest for government dues in 1865, mature in twenty years with semiannual interest, are registered not coupon bonds, and transfer must occur on Treasury records with certificates issued before issuance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richmond Enquirer
Jhry
Treasury Department
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Rixey
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Beast
B. FP. Little
62D N
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Trace
Lysone
Cap Little
Gettysburg
Fort McHenry
South
Dixie
Tundine
J. P’s
E. Kirby Smith
Act of Congress
Bureau of Medicine
North Cy
Warren
Lintless
Smith
Gene
Boc
Eward Warren
Couauty
Walter Thompson
Woora
Indi
Johnson
Johns
Bureau
Vance
Jpen Mani
A. M. Scales
Ransom
Hoke
Clingman
Gordon
Cel. Garrett
Cols. Cox
Cor Grimes
Mebane
Wm. B. Wright
Ashe
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