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Newspaper
Weekly Times
Location
Dubuque, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1861
Page
2
The notice concerns subscription payments for a Northern journal with higher circulation than other papers locally. It names W. Pal, Rp. Sp Sam, O. A. Gilmore and references offices at 1 Maia Brest Srond Fler, detailing payment requirements and delivery implications.
Governor Samuel J. Kirkwood proclaims an immediate mobilization of Iowa militia to form ten companies of at least 78 men each to answer a requisition from the President for a regiment to support federal forces. Must be ready by May 20. loyalty and prompt service urged to uphold the Constitution and Union. Town Over, April 17, 1861.
The President calls for men to defend the government against rebels. Able bodied men aged eighteen to forty five are urged to form volunteer companies of seventy eight, elect a Captain, and await orders. Two companies will be commissioned by the Governor, and all must notify and stay ready.
A Cincinnati report notes locals believed a steamer carried arms and ammunition to the South. Five cases of arms for Jonsson & Ras were seized along with thirty cases of guns from Mariette via Baltimore & Ohio. Chief of Police stored the confiscated cargo as crowds watched. Provisions bound for the South were halted and authorities vow to block war-facilitating shipments. The Upper Mississippi trade remains open but embargos may come if war expands. Construction train progress updates near Leonard's Station in Viola.
A historical Union gathering raised about $4000 to aid wives and mothers of men who would enlist, highlighting support drives for service members and their households.
Iowa promptly responds to the Presidents call for troops. A dispatch from Hoo William Vaupavan states that Dubuque will be called for two companies of seventy eight men each. The Governors Greys and the Washington Guards are nearly in condition to respond to marching orders and could recruit more if needed.
The text reports militia regiments moving to defend the National Capital in response to a presidential call. It notes an attack with several killed and urges full governmental force to enforce federal laws against rebels, signaling a resolve to wage war to the bitter end.
Rejoicing over Virginia's alleged refusal to secede proved premature as secret conventions overturned Unionist majorities. The Legislature required a public vote on secession, but the convention likely acted without popular consent. Disunionists gain momentum, risking conflict centered on Virginia, with Federal officials urged to uphold the Constitution and protect federal property nationwide.
The Herald denies rumors of a local conspiracy to violence against its Political Editor. It condemns no one yet warns the nation is at risk as citizens are urged to rally to the Union, with youth marching to the field and no middle ground between Union support or opposition to the Rebels.
Gov Kikewoon requisitions two or more companies to form part of the regiment and fit up to 76 men. The 1st Regiment companies the Governors Greys Washington Guards and Jackson Guards must meet at Davenport by May 20 with other state companies, ready for immediate call. Recruits welcomed. only able bodied men 18 to 46 accepted. Armories open daily for recruiting. drills nightly until further order. Officers to be elected at rendezvous. Bates signs.
The letter explains that names sufficient for two Companies have been submitted for the city. Men will be ready at the first tap of the drum.
Excerpted letter from April 17 1841 urges Extraprovincial Iowa officials to raise at least two companies of 78 volunteers each for defense of the government against rebels. Instructions cover recruitment, officer elections, muster date by May, funding, arms and equipment by US, and possible further state action if disunion threatens.
The North claims overwhelming advantages in government, navy, manpower, industry, finances, and international credit, while the South lacks a recognized government or navy, small population, scarce funds, and limited production. The Chicago Tribune and Massachusetts boast greater northern and state funding, with New York and other allies capable of massive loans abroad to keep the Union strong. The aim is to show the Union’s financial and material edge and keep the government vigorous.
An earnest Union meeting in Buffalo gathered men of varied political backgrounds. Ex-President Fitton spoke about duty and unity, urging readiness and common fate. Hon. G. W. Cameron followed with a brief, stirring address emphasizing republican ideals and shared responsibility.
A figure contemplates increasing civil service appointments yet devotes himself to strengthening national defense, merging administrative aims with military responsibilities.
A flurry of Civil War era items reports figures such as Wa. Towne presenting a flag to the Milwaukee Chamber of Commerce and 600 to 700 troops active in Benton County on early railroad routes. It covers resignations, recruitment, and proclamations, plus Chicago Republicans nominating city officers and a speech by Bax Sanum defending U S loyalty amid regional tensions.
A Missouri resident named Ross arrived in Potest with twenty enslaved people, having voluntarily freed them before leaving Missouri. He rejected a $16,000 sale, citing opposition to slavery in the South, and intends to settle as a landholder in the Northwest, becoming a free state resident.
An unreadable letter to the editor discusses loyalty to General Ger and mentions patriotic eastern sisters who have aided their cause. The text is fragmented and lacks clear specifics or full sentences.
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