04 May 1864
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Newspaper
Weekly Confederate
Location
Raleigh, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1864
Page
1
Change described as necessary due to increased costs for articles and labor. The notice states an advance in prices will apply to carry on business under the Confederate terms, indicating a shift in pricing policy and obligations for customers and suppliers.
A fervent Civil War era editorial urges unity and resolve amid looming battles near Richmond. It praises General Grant and Lee, calls for conscription and withdrawal of state-rights sentiment, and urges citizens to prepare minds and hearts for the coming trials and duties.
The piece urges steadfast faith and prayer for the army amid looming battles, warning that victory would bring independence while defeat would test the nation’s souls. It contrasts editors Holden and their journal with alleged motives and independence, accusing Holden of political scheming and dual papers.
Raleigh dispatch surveys the political feud among Gov. Brown Mr. Holden and Mr. Stephens as they clash over Georgia and Confederate policy. Holden advocates separate negotiation for North Carolina while Brown and Stephens reject disunion. The piece notes Whitaker’s death and reports on Plymouth Hoke victory and Davis praise.
A fragment warns Hokien and others of unseen dangers and deception. It recalls Rahab and Jericho, urges caution against looming siege and dangerous acts, and calls for prudent steps toward escape before harm occurs.
In a table of receipts for the 3rd District, a collector and assessor argue there is ample food for 75,000 to 80,000 residents. They claim high prices stem from unpatriotic hoarding and government distrust, noting large March totals of bacon, pork, corn, and other staples and urging information from other districts.
Advertisement rates set at Nunes dollars per ten lines for each insertion. Marriage notices and obituaries priced as ads. Job work described as at office, deliverable promptly and can be done anywhere in the Southern Confederacy.
A letter reports Col James M Whitson killed at home in Currituck county when his house was surrounded by Buffaloes. He tried to flee and was shot by three balls on or about the 14th or 15th inst. The note adds broader Unionist threat rhetoric and war reports from Forrest’s command, including troop movements and a festival at Oxford for the 4th North Carolina Cavalry, with praise for Confederate patriotism and local support amid ongoing conflict.
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